Beverage machine

Abstract

The beverage machine comprises a machine box, a discharging base and a discharging device, the discharging device comprises a liquid discharging assembly, a sugar discharging assembly and a water spraying assembly, the liquid discharging assembly comprises a first connecting pipe and a raw material box located in a first containing area, and the raw material box is connected with a first discharging opening through the first connecting pipe; the sugar discharging assembly comprises a second connecting pipe and a syrup box located in the second placing area, and the syrup box is connected with the second discharging opening through the second connecting pipe; the water spraying assembly comprises a water tank, a third connecting pipe and a first three-way valve, the third connecting pipe is connected with the water tank, and the end, away from the water tank, of the third connecting pipe is connected with the second connecting pipe through the first three-way valve. According to the beverage machine, due to the arrangement of the water spraying assembly, after syrup is conveyed, the syrup in the second connecting pipe can be flushed by drinking water in the water tank through the third connecting pipe, and the situation that the syrup in the second connecting pipe is partially refrigerated in the discharging area and is crystallized and blocked is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of cold drink making equipment, and in particular to a beverage machine. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, new-style tea drinks, represented by fresh fruit tea and milk tea, have gained popularity among a large number of young consumers in the beverage industry. To facilitate the quick preparation of tea drinks, various ingredients are usually classified and packaged into corresponding ingredient boxes, and then blended using a tea drink machine to achieve the desired flavor.

[0003] In existing technology, tea beverage machines are equipped with a refrigeration chamber containing multiple ingredient boxes. The ingredients in these boxes are pumped through connecting pipes to the dispensing port of the tea beverage machine to refrigerate and preserve them, thus preventing any impact on the taste and safety of the tea beverage. However, since everyone has different preferences for the sweetness of their tea beverage, the tea beverage machine also has a storage chamber separated from the refrigeration chamber. This storage chamber contains a fructose container, and the syrup in the fructose container is transferred to the dispensing port through a dispensing pipe to meet diverse customer preferences. Furthermore, to ensure that the ingredients remain in a low-temperature refrigerated state before being dispensed from the dispensing port, preventing spoilage, the entire connecting pipe for conveying the ingredients and the dispensing port must be kept in a low-temperature environment. Therefore, the connecting pipe and the dispensing port need to be located within the refrigeration chamber. The existing technology has the following drawbacks: the outlet is located inside the refrigeration chamber, and the outlet pipe that outputs syrup inevitably needs to pass through the refrigeration chamber to connect with the outlet. The section of the outlet pipe located inside the refrigeration chamber is easily affected by refrigeration factors, which can cause the syrup to coagulate, resulting in syrup residue or blockage in the outlet pipe, affecting the normal use of the tea drink machine and the safety of tea drinks. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a beverage machine with a simple structure and easy operation. It can output syrups and raw materials with different temperature requirements from the same discharge base without deterioration, saving equipment space and ensuring that the second connecting pipe for conveying syrup does not become blocked.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A beverage machine is provided, comprising a chassis, a dispensing base, and a dispensing device. The chassis contains a first placement area, a second placement area, and a dispensing area spaced apart, the first placement area and the dispensing area being refrigeration zones. The dispensing base is disposed in the dispensing area, and has a first dispensing port and a second dispensing port extending through it. The dispensing device includes a liquid dispensing component, a sugar dispensing component, and a water spraying component. The liquid dispensing component includes a first connecting pipe and a raw material box located in the first placement area. The raw material box is connected to the first dispensing port via the first connecting pipe. The sugar dispensing component includes a second connecting pipe. The syrup box is located in the second placement area, and the syrup box is connected to the second discharge port through the second connecting pipe, with a portion of the second connecting pipe located in the discharge area; the water spray assembly includes a water tank, a third connecting pipe, a first three-way valve, and a first pump body, the third connecting pipe being connected to the water tank, and the end of the third connecting pipe away from the water tank being connected to the second connecting pipe through the first three-way valve, the first three-way valve being located in the second placement area and adjacent to the discharge area, and the first pump body being located on the third connecting pipe.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the beverage machine, the inner and / or outer walls of the dispensing area are provided with a first heat insulation layer.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the beverage machine, the second connecting pipe located in the dispensing area is wrapped with a second heat insulation layer.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the beverage machine, the second connecting pipe passes through the dispensing area and is located adjacent to the dispensing base.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the beverage machine, the dispensing area is provided with a first communication port through which the second connecting pipe passes, and the outer periphery of the first connecting pipe is provided with a sealing sleeve, the sealing sleeve abutting against the cavity wall of the first communication port.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the beverage machine, the water spraying assembly further includes a fourth connecting pipe, a second three-way valve, and a second pump body. The fourth connecting pipe is connected to the water tank, and the end of the fourth connecting pipe away from the water tank is connected to the first connecting pipe through the second three-way valve. The second pump body is disposed on the fourth connecting pipe.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the beverage machine, the second three-way valve is located within the dispensing area and is positioned adjacent to the dispensing base.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the beverage machine, the dispensing base is provided with a first connector protruding circumferentially along the outer edge of the first dispensing port on the side facing the dispensing area; and / or, the end of the first connecting pipe away from the raw material box is sleeved onto the first connector; and / or

[0014] The discharge base is provided with a second connector protruding in a ring along the outer edge of the second discharge port on the side facing the discharge area. The end of the second connecting pipe away from the syrup box is sleeved on the second connector.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the beverage machine, the beverage machine further includes a refrigeration component for cooling the first placement area and the dispensing area. The refrigeration component includes a refrigerator and a cooling pipe. The refrigerator generates cold air. One end of the cooling pipe is connected to the cold air outlet of the refrigerator, and the end of the cooling pipe away from the refrigerator is connected to the dispensing base.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the beverage machine, the chassis includes a body and a cabinet mounted on the body. A groove is formed on one side of the cabinet along a first direction, adjacent to the body and penetrating the cabinet along a second direction. A dispensing base is disposed on the groove wall away from the body. A partition is provided inside the cabinet, comprising a partition plate and a housing. The partition plate, along the bottom of the groove, divides the cabinet along the first direction to form a first mounting cavity and a second mounting cavity. The housing is disposed within the second mounting cavity and is connected to both the partition plate and the cavity wall where the dispensing base is located, dividing the second mounting cavity into a second placement area and a dispensing area. The first and second dispensing ports communicate with the dispensing area and the groove, respectively. The machine body has a third mounting cavity, and the first and third mounting cavities communicate to form the first placement area. The first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By setting a second placement area and a refrigerated first placement area and a dispensing area at intervals inside the machine casing, and correspondingly placing the raw material boxes that need to be refrigerated in the first placement area and the syrup boxes that do not need to be refrigerated in the second placement area, it can ensure that the raw materials are kept fresh in a refrigerated state during the conveying process of the raw material boxes and the first connecting pipe, reducing the possibility of raw material spoilage and ensuring the taste and safety of the tea beverage. It can also ensure the fluidity of the syrup that does not need to be refrigerated in the syrup box and the second connecting pipe, thereby ensuring the smoothness of syrup conveying. Through the setting of the water spray component, the sugar dispensing component can be driven by the first pump body after the syrup is conveyed, and flush the syrup in the second connecting pipe located in the dispensing area with drinking water from the water tank through the third connecting pipe. This avoids the situation where the syrup in the second connecting pipe in the dispensing area is refrigerated and crystallizes and blocks the pipe, improving the smoothness of the second connecting pipe. It can also ensure the hygiene and safety of the second dispensing port and the end of the second connecting pipe adjacent to the second dispensing port, preventing the growth of bacteria due to syrup residue, ensuring the normal use of the beverage machine and the food safety of the tea beverage. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the beverage machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the beverage machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the beverage machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 ;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the beverage machine according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the fit between the discharge base and the pipe in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0024] In the picture:

[0025] 100. Container;

[0026] 1. Chassis; 11. First placement area; 12. Second placement area; 13. Discharge area; 14. Machine body; 141. Third mounting cavity; 15. Cabinet; 151. Groove; 152. First mounting cavity; 153. Second mounting cavity; 16. Divider; 161. Partition; 1611. Second connecting port; 162. Shell; 2. Discharge base; 21. First discharge port; 22. Second discharge port; 23. First connector; 24. Second connector; 3. Discharge device; 31. Liquid discharge assembly; 311. First connecting pipe; 312. Raw material box; 32. Sugar discharge assembly; 321. Second connecting pipe; 322. Syrup box; 323. Second pump body; 33. Water spray assembly; 331. Water tank; 332. Third connecting pipe; 333. First three-way valve; 334. Fourth connecting pipe; 335. Second three-way valve; 6. Refrigeration assembly; 61. Cooling pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0029] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0030] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0031] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the beverage machine of this utility model embodiment includes a casing 1, a dispensing base 2, and a dispensing device 3. The casing 1 is provided with a first placement area 11, a second placement area 12, and a dispensing area 13 spaced apart. The first placement area 11 and the dispensing area 13 are cooling zones. The dispensing base 2 is disposed in the dispensing area 13, and a first dispensing port 21 and a second dispensing port 22 are provided through the base 2. The dispensing device 3 includes a liquid dispensing component 31, a sugar dispensing component 32, and a water spraying component 33. The liquid dispensing component 31 includes a first connecting pipe 311 and a raw material box 312 located in the first placement area 11. The raw material box 312 is connected to the first dispensing port 21 through the first connecting pipe 311. The sugar dispensing component 32 includes a second... The syrup box 322 is located in the second placement area 12 and is connected to the second discharge port 22 through the second connecting pipe 321. Part of the second connecting pipe 321 is located in the discharge area 13. The water spraying assembly 33 includes a water tank 331, a third connecting pipe 332, a first three-way valve 333 and a first pump body. The third connecting pipe 332 is connected to the water tank 331. The end of the third connecting pipe 332 away from the water tank 331 is connected to the second connecting pipe 321 through the first three-way valve 333. The first three-way valve 333 is located in the second placement area 12 and is located adjacent to the discharge area 13. The first pump body is located on the third connecting pipe 332.

[0032] It is understandable that by setting a second placement area 12 and a refrigerated first placement area 11 and a discharge area 13 at intervals in the casing 1, and correspondingly placing the raw material box 312 that needs to be refrigerated in the first placement area 11 and the syrup box 322 that does not need to be refrigerated in the second placement area 12, it can ensure that the raw materials are kept fresh in a refrigerated state during the conveying process of the raw material box 312 and the first connecting pipe 311, reducing the possibility of raw material deterioration and ensuring the taste and safety of the tea beverage. It can also ensure the fluidity of the syrup that does not need to be refrigerated in the syrup box 322 and the second connecting pipe 321, thereby ensuring the smoothness of syrup conveying. By setting up the water spray component 33, the sugar dispensing component 32 can be driven by the first pump body after the syrup is delivered, and the drinking water in the water tank 331 can be flushed through the third connecting pipe 332 to flush the syrup in the second connecting pipe 321 located in the dispensing area 13. This prevents the part of the syrup in the second connecting pipe 321 from being refrigerated and crystallizing and blocking it, thus improving the unobstructed flow of the second connecting pipe 321. It also ensures the hygiene and safety of the second dispensing port 22 and the end of the second connecting pipe 321 adjacent to the second dispensing port 22, preventing the syrup residue from breeding bacteria, ensuring the normal use of the beverage machine and the food safety of the tea.

[0033] It should be noted that, in order to ensure the power for conveying raw materials and syrup, a third pump body is also installed on the first connecting pipe 311, and a fourth pump body is also installed on the second connecting pipe 321.

[0034] Furthermore, the syrup in the syrup box 322 and the second connecting pipe 321 should be maintained at a temperature above 25°C, that is, at least at room temperature, to ensure the safety of syrup storage while maintaining its fluidity. Meanwhile, the raw materials such as fruit juice and milk should be maintained below 5°C in the raw material box 312 and the first connecting pipe 311 to ensure their safety during storage. Therefore, a first heat insulation layer is provided on the inner or outer wall of the discharge area 13. This first heat insulation layer effectively reduces the possibility of heat exchange between the discharge area 13 and the second placement area 12, reducing losses in the discharge area 13. Simultaneously, it ensures the placement temperature of the second placement area 12 for storing syrup, reducing the possibility of syrup coagulation and blockage due to low temperatures. Alternatively, a first heat insulation layer can be provided on both the inner and outer walls of the discharge area 13 to ensure sufficient heat insulation between the discharge area 13 and the second placement area 12.

[0035] Optionally, such as Figure 4As shown, the second connecting pipe 321 located in the discharge zone 13 is wrapped with a second heat insulation layer. By wrapping the portion of the second connecting pipe 321 in the discharge zone 13 with the second heat insulation layer, the low temperature in the discharge zone 13 is reduced from being transferred to the second connecting pipe 321, ensuring the conveying temperature of the second connecting pipe 321 and the syrup inside it, ensuring the smoothness of syrup conveying, and also reducing heat loss in the discharge zone 13, allowing the low temperature to be better retained and reducing energy consumption.

[0036] Preferably, the second connecting pipe 321 is positioned near the discharge base 2 within the discharge area 13. This reduces the length of the second connecting pipe 321 within the discharge area 13, thereby reducing the possibility of syrup coagulation within the second connecting pipe 321 within the discharge area 13. Furthermore, a shorter length of the second connecting pipe 321 within the discharge area 13 results in less residual syrup and requires less drinking water for rinsing, thus preventing the beverage from being diluted and ensuring its taste.

[0037] Furthermore, the discharge area 13 is provided with a first connecting port for the second connecting pipe 321 to pass through. A sealing sleeve is provided on the outer periphery of the first connecting pipe 321, and the sealing sleeve abuts against the cavity wall of the first connecting port. The first connecting port facilitates the insertion of the second connecting pipe 321, while the sealing sleeve enhances the seal between the second connecting pipe 321 and the first connecting port, reducing heat exchange between the discharge area 13 and the second placement area 12. Simultaneously, it further stabilizes the second connecting pipe 321, improving its installation stability. In this embodiment, the sealing sleeve and the second connecting port 1611 are connected by a snap-fit ​​mechanism for quick installation and easy disassembly.

[0038] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the water spray assembly 33 also includes a fourth connecting pipe 334, a second three-way valve 335, and a second pump body 323. The fourth connecting pipe 334 is connected to the water tank 331, and the end of the fourth connecting pipe 334 away from the water tank 331 is connected to the first connecting pipe 311 through the second three-way valve 335. The second pump body 323 is mounted on the fourth connecting pipe 334. After the third pump body drives the first connecting pipe 311 to deliver the raw materials, the valve connecting the third pump body and the second three-way valve 335 to the raw material box 312 is closed. The fourth pump body drives the fourth connecting pipe 334 to flush the portion of the first connecting pipe 311 located between the first outlet 21 and the second three-way valve 335 with purified water from the water tank 331. This reduces the amount of raw materials left at the first outlet 21 and the end of the first connecting pipe 311 near the outlet base 2, preventing bacterial growth and improving the safety of the beverage machine.

[0039] Optionally, the second three-way valve 335 is located in the discharge area 13 and adjacent to the discharge base 2. This reduces the distance between the second three-way valve 335 and the first discharge port 21, thereby reducing the possibility of raw material remaining in the first connecting pipe 311 between the second three-way valve 335 and the first discharge port 21. The shorter distance also means less drinking water is needed for rinsing, thus avoiding the possibility of diluting the beverage with drinking water and ensuring the taste of the beverage.

[0040] Furthermore, such as Figure 5 As shown, a first connector 23 is annularly protruding from the outer edge of the first discharge port 21 on the side of the discharge base 2 facing the discharge area 13. The end of the first connecting pipe 311 away from the raw material box 312 is sleeved onto the first connector 23. The first connector 23 facilitates the disassembly and assembly of the end of the first connecting pipe 311 away from the raw material box 312, and also improves the convenience of maintenance and cleaning. Of course, the annular protrusion structure ensures a tight connection between the first connector 23 and the first connecting pipe 311, effectively preventing leakage at the connection point and improving the overall sealing and service life of the pipeline system.

[0041] Furthermore, a second connector 24 is annularly protruding from the discharge base 2 towards the discharge area 13 and along the outer edge of the second discharge port 22. The end of the second connecting pipe 321 furthest from the syrup box 322 is fitted onto the second connector 24. The second connector 24 facilitates easier assembly and disassembly of the end of the second connecting pipe 321 furthest from the syrup box 322, and also improves the convenience of maintenance and cleaning. Of course, the annular protrusion ensures a tight connection between the second connector 24 and the second connecting pipe 321, effectively preventing leakage at the connection point and improving the overall sealing and service life of the piping system.

[0042] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, the beverage machine also includes a refrigeration component 6 for cooling the first placement area 11 and the dispensing area 13. The refrigeration component 6 includes a refrigerator and a cooling pipe 61. The refrigerator generates cold air, and one end of the cooling pipe 61 is connected to the cold air outlet of the refrigerator. The end of the cooling pipe 61 away from the refrigerator is connected to the dispensing base 2. The cold air generated by the refrigerator is delivered to the dispensing base 2 through the cooling pipe 61, which first cools the dispensing base 2 to ensure that the temperature of the dispensing base 2 can be uniformly maintained at a low temperature. This reduces the possibility of uneven heating and easy deterioration of raw materials or syrup in the connecting pipe and dispensing port adjacent to the dispensing base 2. After the cold air uniformly cools the dispensing base 2, it then cools the dispensing area 13 to ensure a low-temperature environment in the dispensing area 13.

[0043] In this embodiment, the chassis 1 includes a body 14 and a cabinet 15 disposed on the body 14. A groove 151 is formed on one side of the cabinet 15 along a first direction (the first direction is the X direction shown in the figure). The groove 151 is adjacent to the body 14 and extends through one side of the cabinet 15 along a second direction (the second direction is the Y direction shown in the figure). A discharge base 2 is disposed on the groove wall of the groove 151 away from the body 14. A partition 16 is disposed inside the cabinet 15. The partition 16 includes a partition plate 161 and a housing 162. The partition plate 161 extends along the bottom of the groove 151, separating the cabinet 15 along the first direction. A first mounting cavity 152 and a second mounting cavity 153 are formed at directional intervals. A housing 162 is disposed in the second mounting cavity 153, and the housing 162 is connected to the partition 161 and the cavity wall provided with the discharge base 2 to divide the second mounting cavity 153 into a second placement area 12 and a discharge area 13. A first discharge port 21 and a second discharge port 22 are respectively connected to the discharge area 13 and the groove 151. The machine body 14 has a third mounting cavity 141. The first mounting cavity 152 and the third mounting cavity 141 are connected to form a first placement area 11, wherein the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.

[0044] Understandably, by creating a groove 151 along the first direction in the cabinet 15, it is convenient to provide a placement area for the container 100 for loading materials. The structure is compact, reducing the protrusion of the discharge structure from the chassis 1. Furthermore, the partition 161 divides the cabinet 15 into multiple chambers, effectively improving space utilization. The separation of different chambers allows each component to be arranged in an orderly manner within a limited space, avoiding space waste and component misalignment, and facilitating orderly installation and maintenance of each component. The housing 162 is connected to the partition 161 and the cavity wall where the discharge base 2 is located, dividing the second mounting cavity 153 into a discharge area 13 and a second placement area 12. This makes the isolation between the discharge area 13 and the first placement area 11 and the second placement area 12 more rigorous, enhancing the sealing and stability of the equipment and preventing unnecessary temperature mixing between different chambers.

[0045] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the discharge area 13 is connected to the first placement area 11. That is, the partition 161 is provided with multiple second connecting ports 1611, which connect the first discharge area 13 and the placement area. Cold air can cool the discharge base 2 and the discharge area 13, then pass through the second connecting ports 1611 to cool the first receiving cavity, and subsequently flow to the third receiving cavity, thus ensuring a low-temperature refrigeration environment for the entire first placement cavity. It should be noted that the refrigeration unit typically employs a compressor, condenser, evaporator, and fan in combination, which is an existing molding equipment and will not be described in detail here.

[0046] Preferably, since everyone may have different taste preferences, the dispensing device 3 is equipped with multiple sets of dispensing components 31. Multiple first dispensing ports 21 are spaced apart on the dispensing base 2. Each dispensing component 31 has a first connecting pipe 311 connected to a corresponding first dispensing port 21, and each first connecting pipe 311 is connected to a fourth connecting pipe 334. The multiple sets of dispensing components 31 allow for the storage of different types of raw materials in multiple ingredient boxes 312 to meet diverse tea-drinking needs. By installing a second three-way valve 335 on each first connecting pipe 311, and connecting each second three-way valve 335 to a water tank 331 via a fourth connecting pipe 334, each type of raw material can be rinsed and cleaned with drinking water after dispensing, ensuring the hygiene and safety of each dispensing port and connecting pipe.

[0047] Furthermore, the water tank 331 is located within the discharge area 13. On one hand, after the syrup is discharged through the second connecting pipe 321 and the raw materials are discharged through the first connecting pipe 311, drinking water is introduced for rinsing. The portion rinsed out by the drinking water is also stored in the container 100. Therefore, the refrigerated drinking water helps maintain the taste of the tea. Moreover, the temperature of the rinsing water is consistent with the temperature of the first connecting pipe 311 and the second connecting pipe 321 located in the discharge area 13, reducing the possibility of the connecting pipes breaking due to repeated stress changes caused by thermal expansion and contraction.

[0048] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the operating method of the beverage machine according to this embodiment of the present invention specifically includes the following steps:

[0049] S10, the beverage machine is running, so that the first placement area 11 and the dispensing area 13 of the beverage machine casing 1 are always in a cooling state;

[0050] S20. Place the beverage container 100 under the dispensing base 2 of the machine chassis 1, start the liquid dispensing component 31 and sugar dispensing component 32 of the beverage machine dispensing device 3, and make the raw material in the raw material box 312 of the liquid dispensing component 31 flow from the first dispensing port 21 of the dispensing base 2 through the first connecting pipe 311 to the container 100 according to the set amount. The syrup in the syrup box 322 of the sugar dispensing component 32 flows from the second dispensing port 22 of the dispensing base 2 through the second connecting pipe 321 to the container 100. That is, the controller controls the third pump to drive the first connecting pipe 311 to drive the raw material in the raw material box 312 to be output from the first dispensing port 21 according to the set amount of raw material output. The controller controls the fourth pump to drive the second connecting pipe 321 to drive the syrup in the syrup box 322 to be output from the second dispensing port 22 according to the set amount of syrup output.

[0051] S30. Start the water spray assembly 33 of the discharge device 3, so that the first pump of the water spray assembly 33 drives the drinking water in the water tank 331 of the water spray assembly 33 to flush the syrup in the discharge area 13 of the second connecting pipe 321 to the container 100 through the third connecting pipe 332. That is, the controller controls the first pump to drive the third connecting pipe 332 to drive the drinking water in the water tank 331 to the first three-way valve 333. It should be noted that at this time, the valve of the first three-way valve 333 and the valve of the second connecting pipe 321 near the syrup box 322 should be closed to prevent the drinking water from flowing from the second connecting pipe 321 to the syrup box 322. Of course, a one-way valve can also be set at the position of the second connecting pipe 321 between the first three-way valve 333 and the syrup box 322 to further prevent the backflow of syrup in the second connecting pipe 321.

[0052] This method is simple to operate. It involves setting up a second placement area 12, a refrigerated first placement area 11, and a discharge area 13 within the casing 1. The raw material box 312 requiring refrigeration is placed in the first placement area 11, while the syrup box 322 not requiring refrigeration is placed in the second placement area 12. This ensures that the raw materials remain fresh under refrigeration throughout the transport process via the raw material box 312 and the first connecting pipe 311, reducing the possibility of spoilage and guaranteeing the taste and safety of the tea. It also ensures the flowability of the syrup, which does not require refrigeration, within the syrup box 322 and the second connecting pipe 321, thus guaranteeing smooth syrup delivery. The water spray assembly 33 allows the sugar dispensing assembly 32, driven by the first pump, to flush the syrup in the second connecting pipe 321 (located in the dispensing zone 13) with drinking water from the water tank 331 via the third connecting pipe 332 after the syrup is delivered. This prevents the syrup in the second connecting pipe 321 from crystallizing and clogging due to refrigeration, improving the unobstructed flow of the second connecting pipe 321. It also ensures the hygiene and safety of the second dispensing port 22 and the end of the second connecting pipe 321 adjacent to the second dispensing port 22, preventing bacterial growth from residual syrup and ensuring the normal operation of the beverage machine and the food safety of the tea. Furthermore, the water spray assembly 33 effectively rinses and blends the syrup during the preparation process, ensuring a uniform mixture of syrup and tea, resulting in a smoother and more consistent taste, and preventing syrup sedimentation or separation.

[0053] Furthermore, the water spray assembly 33 also provides a fourth connecting pipe 334, a second three-way valve 335, and a second pump body 323. The fourth connecting pipe 334 is connected to the first connecting pipe 311 through the second three-way valve 335. The second three-way valve 335 is located in the discharge area 13. The fourth connecting pipe 334 is connected to the water tank 331, and the second pump body 323 is provided on the fourth connecting pipe 334. In step S30, the second pump body 323 on the fourth connecting pipe 334 is started, and the drinking water in the water tank 331 is driven to flush the raw material between the first discharge port 21 and the second three-way valve 335 of the first connecting pipe 311 to the container 100 through the fourth connecting pipe 334. After the third pump body drives the first connecting pipe 311 to deliver the raw materials, the valve connecting the third pump body and the second three-way valve 335 to the raw material box 312 is closed. The second pump body 323 drives the fourth connecting pipe 334 to flush the portion of the first connecting pipe 311 located between the first outlet 21 and the second three-way valve 335 with drinking water from the water tank 331. This reduces the amount of raw materials remaining at the first outlet 21 and the end of the first connecting pipe 311 near the outlet base 2, preventing bacterial growth and improving the safety of the beverage machine. Alternatively, a one-way valve can be installed on the first connecting pipe 311 located between the second three-way valve 335 and the raw material box 312 to further prevent backflow of raw materials in the first connecting pipe 311 and improve the safety of raw material delivery through the first connecting pipe 311.

[0054] It is worth noting that the amount of water used for rinsing either the syrup or the ingredient box 312 should be controlled between 4ml and 5ml. For example, the amount of drinking water rinsed through the third connecting pipe 332 between the first three-way valve 333 and the first outlet 21, or through the fourth connecting pipe 334 between the second three-way valve 335 and the second outlet 22, is 4ml, 4.2ml, 4.4ml, 4.6ml, 4.8ml, 5ml, etc. This rinsing amount is reasonable, ensuring that the beverage outlet remains clean and avoiding the beverage taste being affected by excessive rinsing. It ensures a balance between rinsing and the taste of the beverage, and avoids situations where the water tastes too strong or the connecting pipe near the outlet is not thoroughly rinsed during user experience.

[0055] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A beverage machine, characterized in that, include: The chassis has a first placement area, a second placement area and a discharge area arranged at intervals inside the chassis, wherein the first placement area and the discharge area are cooling areas; A discharge base is disposed in the discharge area, and the discharge base is provided with a first discharge port and a second discharge port through it; The discharge device includes a liquid discharge component, a sugar discharge component, and a water spraying component. The liquid discharge component includes a first connecting pipe and a raw material box located in a first placement area. The raw material box is connected to the first discharge port through the first connecting pipe. The sugar discharge component includes a second connecting pipe and a syrup box located in a second placement area. The syrup box is connected to the second discharge port through the second connecting pipe, and a portion of the second connecting pipe is located within the discharge area. The water spraying component includes a water tank, a third connecting pipe, a first three-way valve, and a first pump body. The third connecting pipe is connected to the water tank. The end of the third connecting pipe away from the water tank is connected to the second connecting pipe through the first three-way valve. The first three-way valve is located within the second placement area and is adjacent to the discharge area. The first pump body is mounted on the third connecting pipe.

2. The beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner and / or outer walls of the discharge zone are provided with a first heat insulation layer.

3. The beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second connecting pipe located in the discharge area is wrapped with a second heat insulation layer.

4. The beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second connecting pipe passes through the discharge area and is located adjacent to the discharge base.

5. The beverage machine according to claim 1, wherein the dispensing area is provided with a first communication port through which the second connecting pipe passes, and a sealing sleeve is provided on the outer periphery of the first connecting pipe, the sealing sleeve abutting against the cavity wall of the first communication port.

6. The beverage machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The water spray assembly also includes a fourth connecting pipe, a second three-way valve, and a second pump body. The fourth connecting pipe is connected to the water tank, and the end of the fourth connecting pipe away from the water tank is connected to the first connecting pipe through the second three-way valve. The second pump body is disposed on the fourth connecting pipe.

7. The beverage machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second three-way valve is located in the discharge area and is adjacent to the discharge base.

8. The beverage machine according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The discharge base is provided with a first connector protruding circumferentially along the outer edge of the first discharge port on the side facing the discharge area; the end of the first connecting pipe away from the raw material box is sleeved on the first connector; and / or The discharge base is provided with a second connector protruding in a ring along the outer edge of the second discharge port on the side facing the discharge area. The end of the second connecting pipe away from the syrup box is sleeved on the second connector.

9. The beverage machine according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The beverage machine also includes a refrigeration component for cooling the first placement area and the dispensing area. The refrigeration component includes a refrigerator and a cooling pipe. The refrigerator generates cold air. One end of the cooling pipe is connected to the cold air outlet of the refrigerator, and the end of the cooling pipe away from the refrigerator is connected to the dispensing base.

10. The beverage machine according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The chassis includes a body and a cabinet mounted on the body. A groove is formed on one side of the cabinet along a first direction, adjacent to the body and extending through one side of the cabinet along a second direction. A discharge base is disposed on the groove wall away from the body. A partition is provided inside the cabinet, comprising a partition plate and a housing. The partition plate, along the bottom of the groove, divides the cabinet along the first direction to form a first mounting cavity and a second mounting cavity. The housing is disposed within the second mounting cavity and is connected to both the partition plate and the cavity wall where the discharge base is located, dividing the second mounting cavity into a second placement area and a discharge area. The first discharge port and the second discharge port communicate with the discharge area and the groove, respectively. The chassis has a third mounting cavity, and the first mounting cavity and the third mounting cavity communicate to form the first placement area. The first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.

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