Top-open type detergent box of full-automatic washing machine

By introducing a removal mechanism into the detergent dispenser of a top-loading fully automatic washing machine, the problem of users with long fingernails or thick fingers having difficulty removing the detergent dispenser has been solved, enabling convenient detergent dispenser operation and improving the user experience.

CN224133413UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17NANJING CHUANGYANG ELECTRONIC CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
NANJING CHUANGYANG ELECTRONIC CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-17
Publication Date
2026-04-17

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Technical Problem

The detergent dispenser in existing top-loading washing machines is difficult to remove and install easily, especially for users with long fingernails or thick fingers, making it inconvenient to operate.

Method used

A top-loading fully automatic washing machine detergent dispenser was designed, employing a removal mechanism including a base, connecting rod, rotating slot, and rotating rod. Through the cooperation of the rotating rod and the locking mechanism, the detergent dispenser can be easily removed and installed.

Benefits of technology

The detergent dispenser is easier to remove and install for users with longer fingernails or thicker fingers, improving ease of use and user experience.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a top-open type full-automatic washing machine detergent box, which is characterized in that a first accommodating cavity is arranged at the contact part of a feeding box and a detergent box main body, and a second accommodating cavity is arranged at the bottom of the detergent box main body and at the contact part of the feeding box and the detergent box main body; a third storage cavity is formed in the putting box and located on the side face of the detergent box body, and the putting box makes contact with the taking-out mechanism through the first storage cavity, the second storage cavity and the third storage cavity; the taking-out mechanism comprises a bottom support, two connecting rods, two first rotating grooves, two rotating blocks, two second rotating grooves and two rotating rods. A user is helped to take out the washing box main body from the putting box through the taking-out mechanism. A user pulls the taking-out mechanism to take out the detergent box body, and the taking-out process of the user with long fingernails or thick and strong fingers is more convenient.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of washing machine technology, specifically to a top-loading fully automatic washing machine detergent dispenser. Background Technology

[0002] Top-loading washing machines have the door at the top and typically use a top-loading washing machine, making them easy to operate without bending over. They are affordable, have a high washing efficiency, and low maintenance costs, but they cause more wear and tear on clothes, use more water, have slightly less even washing, and take up more space. They are suitable for large families who frequently wash heavy clothes, as well as renters or those living in small apartments. With the increasing intelligence and diversity of washing machine functions, there is a growing demand for ease of use when adding detergent.

[0003] Existing detergent dispensers, such as those in patent application CN202220512453.2 entitled "A Detergent Dispenser Assembly for a Washing Machine and a Washing Machine," disclose a detergent dispenser assembly for a washing machine, comprising: a detergent dispenser, which is an independently sealed cartridge-like structure for storing laundry detergent; the detergent dispenser includes a protruding outlet for connecting to the washing machine's pump; and a dispensing box with a cavity adapted to the detergent dispenser, the detergent dispenser being detachably installed within the cavity to allow for complete replacement of the washing machine's detergent dispenser. This utility model also relates to a washing machine incorporating this detergent dispenser assembly. The detergent inside the detergent dispenser of this utility model is less prone to deterioration and condensation during long-term storage, reduces the frequency of detergent addition, improves the convenience of detergent dispensing, keeps the dispensing box clean and tidy, simplifies manual operation, and enhances the user experience.

[0004] In the aforementioned utility model, the user holds the detergent box by inserting their fingers into the recessed part to remove it. However, for users with long fingernails or thick fingers, it is difficult to insert their fingers into the recessed part, making it inconvenient for these users to remove the detergent box.

[0005] Therefore, a top-loading detergent dispenser for fully automatic washing machines is proposed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a top-loading detergent dispenser for a fully automatic washing machine to solve the problems mentioned in the background section.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a top-opening fully automatic washing machine detergent dispenser, including a dispensing box, a handle on the dispensing box, a receiving cavity inside the dispensing box, a detergent dispenser body placed inside the receiving cavity, a first storage cavity at the contact point between the dispensing box and the detergent dispenser body, located at the bottom of the detergent dispenser body, a second storage cavity at the contact point between the dispensing box and the detergent dispenser body, located on the side of the detergent dispenser body, and a third storage cavity on the dispensing box, located on the side of the detergent dispenser body. The dispensing box contacts the dispensing mechanism through the first storage cavity, the second storage cavity, and the third storage cavity.

[0008] The extraction mechanism includes a base, two connecting rods, two first rotating slots, two rotating blocks, two second rotating slots, and two rotating rods;

[0009] The base is located inside the first storage cavity. The connecting rods are respectively installed at both ends of the base. The connecting rods are located inside the second storage cavity. The end of the connecting rod away from the base has a first rotating groove. The rotating block is rotatably installed inside the first rotating groove. The end of the rotating block away from the first rotating groove has a second rotating groove. The rotating rod is rotatably installed inside the second rotating groove. The rotating block and the rotating rod are both located inside the third storage cavity.

[0010] Preferably, the first storage cavity is connected to the second storage cavity, and the second storage cavity is connected to the third storage cavity.

[0011] Preferably, the rotating rod has an inclined portion on its side, and the dispensing box has a recessed portion located on the side of the inclined portion.

[0012] Preferably, the extraction mechanism is connected to the locking mechanism via the rotating rod;

[0013] The locking mechanism includes a first connecting block, a second connecting block, a buttonhole, and a handle;

[0014] The first connecting block and the second connecting block are respectively installed on the two rotating rods. The first connecting block has a buttonhole, and the second connecting block has a handle installed on the side away from the delivery box.

[0015] Preferably, the first connecting block, the second connecting block, and the buckle are all made of rubber.

[0016] Preferably, the buckle handle passes through the buttonhole to complete the fastening.

[0017] Preferably, the buttonhole and the handle are of similar size.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: This utility model helps users remove the detergent box body from the dispensing box through the removal mechanism. The user rotates the rotating rod out of the third storage cavity, then passes the handle through the buckle hole to connect the two rotating rods. At this time, the user completes the removal of the detergent box body by pulling the removal mechanism. The removal process is more convenient for users with long fingernails or thick fingers. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the present invention in a fully automatic washing machine;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the main body of the present utility model containing a washing box;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the extraction mechanism of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 5 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a side view of the extraction mechanism of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 8 This utility model Figure 7 A magnified view of a portion of point B in the middle;

[0027] Figure 9 This is a front view of the extraction mechanism of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 10 This utility model Figure 9 Enlarged view of part C in the middle

[0029] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram showing the state of the rotating rod of this utility model being close to each other.

[0030] In the diagram: 11. Washing machine body; 12. Dispensing box; 13. Handle; 14. Receiving cavity; 15. Detergent dispenser body; 21. First storage cavity; 22. Second storage cavity; 23. Third storage cavity; 30. Removal mechanism; 31. Base; 32. Connecting rod; 33. First rotating groove; 34. Rotating block; 35. Second rotating groove; 36. Rotating rod; 41. Recessed part; 42. Inclined part; 50. Locking mechanism; 51. First connecting block; 52. Buttonhole; 53. Buckle handle; 54. Second connecting block. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0032] Please see Figures 1 to 10 One embodiment of this utility model is a top-opening fully automatic washing machine detergent dispenser, including a dispensing box 12, a handle 13 on the dispensing box 12, and a receiving cavity 14 inside the dispensing box 12, and a detergent dispenser body 15 placed inside the receiving cavity 14.

[0033] The dispensing box 12 is normally stored in the main body 11 of the washing machine, and can be pulled out from the main body 11 through the handle 13 when in use.

[0034] The dispensing box 12 has a receiving cavity 14 adapted to the detergent dispenser body 15. The detergent dispenser body 15 is detachably installed in the receiving cavity 14, so that the washing machine detergent dispenser body 15 can be replaced as a whole. The detergent dispenser body 15 is a hollow box structure used to store liquid, specifically laundry detergent, fabric softener, or other liquids. The receiving cavity 14 on the dispensing box 12 is a regular shell structure, and the detergent dispenser body 15 is snapped into the receiving cavity 14.

[0035] A first storage cavity 21 is provided at the contact point between the dispensing box 12 and the detergent box body 15, located at the bottom of the detergent box body 15. A second storage cavity 22 is provided at the contact point between the dispensing box 12 and the detergent box body 15, located on the side of the detergent box body 15. A third storage cavity 23 is provided on the dispensing box 12, located on the side of the detergent box body 15. The dispensing box 12 contacts the dispensing mechanism 30 through the first storage cavity 21, the second storage cavity 22 and the third storage cavity 23.

[0036] The removal mechanism 30 includes a base 31, two connecting rods 32, two first rotating grooves 33, two rotating blocks 34, two second rotating grooves 35, and two rotating rods 36;

[0037] The base 31 is located inside the first storage cavity 21. Connecting rods 32 are installed at both ends of the base 31, and the connecting rods 32 are located inside the second storage cavity 22. A first rotating groove 33 is provided at the end of the connecting rod 32 away from the base 31. A rotating block 34 is rotatably installed inside the first rotating groove 33. A second rotating groove 35 is provided at the end of the rotating block 34 away from the first rotating groove 33. A rotating rod 36 is rotatably installed inside the second rotating groove 35. Both the rotating block 34 and the rotating rod 36 are located inside the third storage cavity 23.

[0038] The removal mechanism 30 removes the detergent dispenser body 15 from the receiving cavity 14 by lifting the base 31 from the first receiving cavity 21.

[0039] When the detergent dispenser body 15 is not removed from the receiving cavity 14, the base 31 is pressed against the bottom by the detergent dispenser body 15 and is located in the first receiving cavity 21. Therefore, when the base 31 detaches from the first receiving cavity 21, it will cause the detergent dispenser body 15 to move. The rotating block 34 can rotate in the first rotating groove 33. When the rotating block 34 rotates in the first rotating groove 33, it can detach from the third receiving cavity 23. When the rotating block 34 detaches from the third receiving cavity 23, it will cause the connected rotating rod 36 to rotate together, causing the rotating rod 36 to detach from the third receiving cavity 23. After the rotating rod 36 detaches from the third receiving cavity 23, because the rotating rod 36 is rotatably installed inside the second rotating groove 35, the rotating rod 36 can rotate in the second rotating groove 35. When the two rotating rods 36 rotate in the second rotating groove 35, the ends of the two rotating rods 36 away from the rotating block 34 will approach each other until they contact. At this point, the user grasps the rotating rod 36 and pulls it up, causing the base 31 to leave the first storage cavity 21. As the base 31 leaves the first storage cavity 21, the connecting rod 32, which connects the base 31 and the rotating block 34, also slides in the second storage cavity 22 until it follows the base 31 and detaches from the second storage cavity 22. At this time, the detergent dispenser body 15 also detaches from the receiving cavity 14 under the influence of the base 31.

[0040] The first storage cavity 21 is used to store the base tray 31 to prevent the base tray 31 from obstructing the placement of the detergent dispenser body 15 into the receiving cavity 14; the second storage cavity 22 is used to store the connecting rod 32 to prevent the connecting rod 32 from obstructing the placement of the detergent dispenser body 15 into the receiving cavity 14; the third storage cavity 23 is used to store the rotating block 34 and the rotating rod 36 to prevent obstruction of the user's process of pushing the dispensing box 12 into the washing machine body 11.

[0041] Specifically, the first storage cavity 21 is connected to the second storage cavity 22, and the second storage cavity 22 is connected to the third storage cavity 23. The purpose of connecting the first storage cavity 21 and the second storage cavity 22 is to store the connected base 31 and connecting rod 32, and the purpose of connecting the second storage cavity 22 and the third storage cavity 23 is to store the connected connecting rod 32, rotating block 34 and rotating rod 36.

[0042] Specifically, the rotating rod 36 has an inclined portion 42 on its side, and the dispensing box 12 has a recessed portion 41 located on the side of the inclined portion 42. The inclined portion 42 on the side of the rotating rod 36 helps the user to remove the rotating rod 36 from the third storage cavity 23, while the recessed portion 41 further expands the operating space for the user's fingers, helping the user to remove the rotating rod 36 from the third storage cavity 23 more effectively.

[0043] Specifically, the extraction mechanism 30 is connected to the locking mechanism 50 via the rotating rod 36;

[0044] The locking mechanism 50 includes a first connecting block 51, a second connecting block 54, a buttonhole 52, and a handle 53;

[0045] A first connecting block 51 and a second connecting block 54 are respectively installed on the two rotating rods 36. The first connecting block 51 has a buttonhole 52, and the second connecting block 54 has a handle 53 installed on the side away from the delivery box 12.

[0046] After the user rotates the two rotating rods 36 and the two rotating rods 36 come into contact, the locking mechanism 50 can lock the two rotating rods 36 together, making it easier for the user to pull the removal mechanism 30.

[0047] Specifically, the first connecting block 51, the second connecting block 54, and the buckle 53 are all made of rubber.

[0048] Specifically, the handle 53 passes through the buttonhole 52 to complete the fastening.

[0049] Specifically, the buttonhole 52 and the handle 53 are matched in size.

[0050] Once the two rotating rods 36 come into contact, the user passes the handle 53 through the buttonhole 52 to fasten it. At this point, the first connecting block 51 and the second connecting block 54 are connected together, thus connecting the two rotating rods 36. Furthermore, the first connecting block 51, the second connecting block 54, and the handle 53 are all made of rubber. Rubber has a certain degree of deformability, which helps the user to pass the handle 53 through the buttonhole 52 more quickly. The size of the buttonhole 52 and the handle 53 are matched to ensure that the handle 53 will not detach from the buttonhole 52 after it has passed through it.

[0051] Working principle:

[0052] When a user needs to remove the detergent dispenser body 15 to add detergent, first locate the inclined part 42 on the side of the rotating rod 36 and the corresponding recess 41 on the dispensing box 12. Hold the inclined part 42 with your finger and use the operating space provided by the recess 41 to remove the rotating rod 36 from the third storage cavity 23.

[0053] After the user removes the rotating rod 36 from the third storage cavity 23, the user rotates the rotating block 34. The rotating block 34 rotates in the first rotating groove 33 and disengages from the third storage cavity 23, simultaneously causing the rotating rod 36 to disengage from the third storage cavity 23. At this time, since the rotating rod 36 is rotatably installed in the second rotating groove 35, the rotating rod 36 can rotate in the second rotating groove 35, and the ends of the two rotating rods 36 that are away from the rotating block 34 will approach each other until they make contact.

[0054] When the two rotating rods 36 come into contact, the user will see the first connecting block 51 and the second connecting block 54 installed on the rotating rods 36 respectively. The user can fasten the handle 53 on the second connecting block 54 by passing it through the buckle hole 52 on the first connecting block 51. In this way, the two rotating rods 36 are locked together, which makes it convenient for the user to lift them up later.

[0055] The user grasps the locked rotating rod 36 and pulls it up, causing the base 31 to leave the first storage cavity 21. During the process of the base 31 leaving, the connecting rod 32 connecting the base 31 and the rotating block 34 slides in the second storage cavity 22 and eventually follows the base 31 out of the second storage cavity 22. At the same time, the detergent box body 15 will be driven out of the receiving cavity 14 by the base 31.

[0056] After adding detergent, the user aligns the detergent dispenser body 15 with the receiving cavity 14 of the dispensing box 12 and gently places it in. At this time, the base 31 will be pressed into the first storage cavity 21 by the detergent dispenser body 15, the connecting rod 32 will be stored in the second storage cavity 22, and the rotating block 34 and the rotating rod 36 will be stored in the third storage cavity 23, completing the installation.

[0057] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A top-loading fully automatic washing machine detergent dispenser, comprising a dispensing box (12), wherein the dispensing box (12) has a handle (13), and the dispensing box (12) has a receiving cavity (14) inside, wherein a detergent dispenser body (15) is placed inside the receiving cavity (14), characterized in that: The dispensing box (12) has a first storage cavity (21) at the contact point with the detergent box body (15), located at the bottom of the detergent box body (15). The dispensing box (12) has a second storage cavity (22) at the contact point with the detergent box body (15), located on the side of the detergent box body (15). The dispensing box (12) has a third storage cavity (23) at the contact point with the detergent box body (15). The dispensing box (12) contacts the taking-out mechanism (30) through the first storage cavity (21), the second storage cavity (22) and the third storage cavity (23). The extraction mechanism (30) includes a base (31), two connecting rods (32), two first rotating grooves (33), two rotating blocks (34), two second rotating grooves (35), and two rotating rods (36). The base (31) is located inside the first storage cavity (21). The connecting rods (32) are respectively installed at both ends of the base (31), and the connecting rods (32) are located inside the second storage cavity (22). The first rotating groove (33) is opened at the end of the connecting rod (32) away from the base (31). The rotating blocks (34) are rotatably installed inside the first rotating groove (33). The second rotating groove (35) is opened at the end of the rotating block (34) away from the first rotating groove (33). The rotating rods (36) are rotatably installed inside the second rotating groove (35). The rotating blocks (34) and the rotating rods (36) are both located inside the third storage cavity (23).

2. A top opening type fully automatic washing machine detergent box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first storage cavity (21) is connected to the second storage cavity (22), and the second storage cavity (22) is connected to the third storage cavity (23).

3. A top opening type fully automatic washing machine detergent box according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rotating rod (36) has an inclined portion (42) on its side, and the delivery box (12) has a recessed portion (41) on its side. The recessed portion (41) is located on the side of the inclined portion (42).

4. A top-loading fully-automatic washing machine detergent box according to claim 3, characterized in that: The extraction mechanism (30) is connected to the locking mechanism (50) via the rotating rod (36); The locking mechanism (50) includes a first connecting block (51), a second connecting block (54), a buttonhole (52), and a handle (53); The first connecting block (51) and the second connecting block (54) are respectively installed on the two rotating rods (36). The first connecting block (51) has a buttonhole (52), and the second connecting block (54) has a handle (53) installed on the side away from the delivery box (12).

5. A top-loading fully-automatic washing machine detergent box according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first connecting block (51), the second connecting block (54) and the buckle (53) are all made of rubber.

6. A top-loading fully-automatic washing machine detergent box according to claim 5, characterized in that: The buckle handle (53) passes through the buttonhole (52) to complete the fastening.

7. A top-loading fully-automatic washing machine detergent box according to claim 6, characterized in that: The buttonhole (52) and the handle (53) are matched in size.

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