Device for continuously feeding material into material trough of snowflake machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to a device for continuously feeding a material trough of a snowflake machine. The device comprises a rack, a material box and a material disc, a sealing cover is arranged at the top of the material box, a discharging device is arranged at the bottom of the material box, the material disc is arranged below the discharging device, and the discharging device is provided with a first outlet, a second outlet, a first plug for sealing the first outlet and a second plug for sealing the second outlet. A trigger rod is arranged in the material box body and located above the first plug, and the first plug can be pressed by driving the trigger rod so that the first outlet can be opened. And an ejection block used for ejecting the second plug is arranged on the portion, corresponding to the second outlet, of the material disc, when the material box is installed on the rack, the ejection block ejects the second plug so that the second outlet can be opened, and the second outlet conveys liquid into the cavity of the material disc till liquid sealing is achieved. After the technical scheme is adopted, the two plugs are arranged, so that a user can conveniently and quickly feed the material box under the two conditions that the material box is taken down or not taken down, continuous and automatic feeding can be realized, and the material box combination is convenient to clean.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliances, specifically to a device for continuously feeding the material trough of a snowflake machine. Background Technology

[0002] Currently available patents for continuous feeding devices for snowflake machine feed troughs all have significant shortcomings. For example, the patent disclosed in Chinese patent CN 222528026 U cannot place the feed trough on the main unit support for feeding. Users need to remove the feed trough from the main unit to add food, and then place it back on the main unit for use. Otherwise, the feed trough cannot perform its functions of liquid storage and continuous feeding. Another example is the patent disclosed in Chinese patent CN 220182761 U, where the feed cylinder and feed trough are connected by threads. During feeding, users need to repeatedly remove the feed cylinder assembly from the main unit. During removal, users also need to rotate the feed trough off the feed cylinder, add liquid food, tighten the feed trough, and then put the feed cylinder assembly back on the main unit support for use. This is very inconvenient for users, and the large bottom and small outlet of the feed trough make subsequent cleaning difficult. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a device for continuously feeding the material trough of a snowflake machine, which is easy to disassemble and can continuously feed materials.

[0004] The above objectives are achieved in this way.

[0005] A device for continuously feeding a snowflake machine trough includes a frame, a hopper, and a tray. The top of the hopper is equipped with a sealing cover that seals with the hopper when closed. The bottom of the hopper is equipped with a discharge device, and the tray is located below the discharge device. The discharge device has a first outlet and a second outlet along its height, with the first outlet being higher than the second outlet. The discharge device contains a first plug that seals the first outlet and a second plug that seals the second outlet. The first plug is normally closed and seals the first outlet under the action of elastic force, and the second outlet is normally closed and seals the second outlet under the action of gravity. A trigger rod is located inside the hopper and above the first plug. Driving the trigger rod can press the first plug to open the first outlet.

[0006] The material tray is provided with a top block at the second outlet to lift the second plug. When the material box is installed on the frame, the top block lifts the second plug to open the second outlet. The second outlet delivers liquid into the material tray cavity. As the liquid level rises, the liquid level will soak over the end of the second outlet to seal the liquid in the second outlet.

[0007] The objective of this utility model can also be optimized by the following technical measures.

[0008] Preferably, the trigger rod and the sealing cover are an integral structure.

[0009] Preferably, the sealing cover is provided with a trigger top block at the position corresponding to the trigger rod. When the sealing cover is closed with the material box, the trigger top block abuts against the trigger rod, pressing the trigger rod to move downward and lift the first plug to open the first outlet.

[0010] The trigger rod abuts against the first plug. When the cover is not closed, the top of the trigger rod is flush with or higher than the top surface of the material box. After the cover is closed, the trigger top block presses the trigger rod down, causing the first outlet to open.

[0011] Preferably, the sealing cover is provided with a feed inlet, and a feed cover is provided at the feed inlet to seal the feed inlet. A trigger button is provided on the sealing cover at the position corresponding to the trigger rod. The trigger button abuts against the trigger rod. Pressing the trigger button causes the trigger rod to move downward, lifting the first plug and opening the first outlet.

[0012] The trigger rod abuts against the first plug. When the trigger button is not pressed, the first plug seals the first outlet under the action of elasticity and lifts the trigger rod. After the trigger button is pressed, the button forces the trigger rod to move downward and open the first plug, opening the second outlet. The trigger button has a first state and a second state. The first state is that the trigger button is not abutting against the trigger rod, and the second state is that the trigger button abuts against the trigger rod. The trigger button switches back and forth between the first state and the second state by pressing. When no pressing operation is performed, there is no switching between the first state and the second state.

[0013] Preferably, a baffle for placing the first plug is provided below the first plug, and the baffle has a leakage hole for the liquid to flow to the second outlet.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model allows users to conveniently and quickly add materials to the material box in two ways: with or without removing the material box. It also enables continuous automatic feeding and facilitates easy cleaning of the combined material box. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0016] Figure 2 This is another schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 3 This is a top view of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 4 for Figure 3 AA sectional view.

[0019] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of part C.

[0020] Figure 6for Figure 3 BB cross-sectional view.

[0021] Figure 7 This is a top view of Example 2.

[0022] Figure 8 for Figure 7 CC section view.

[0023] Figure 9 for Figure 8 DD sectional view. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0025] Example 1, combined with Figures 1 to 5 A device for continuously feeding material into the trough of a snowflake machine includes a frame 2, a material box 1, and a material tray 3. The top of the material box 1 is provided with a sealing cover 11. Figure 5 After the sealing cover 11 is closed with the material box 1, the sealing cover 11 and the trigger rod 13 are integrated. When the sealing cover 11 is closed with the material box 1, the trigger rod 13 moves downward to lift the first plug 63 and open the first outlet 61.

[0026] Combination Figure 4 and Figure 6 The bottom of the material bin 1 is equipped with a discharge device 6, and the material tray 3 is located below the discharge device 6. The discharge device 6 has a first outlet 61 and a second outlet 62 along its height direction, with the first outlet 61 being higher than the second outlet 62. The discharge device 6 is equipped with a first plug 63 that seals the first outlet 61 and a second plug 64 that seals the second outlet 62. Below the first plug 63 is a baffle 65 for placing the first plug 63, and the baffle 65 has a leakage hole for liquid to flow to the second outlet 62. The first plug 63 is normally closed and seals the first outlet 61 under the action of elastic force, and the second outlet 62 is normally closed and seals the second outlet 62 under the action of gravity. A trigger rod 13 is provided inside the material bin 1 and above the first plug 63. Driving the trigger rod 13 can press the first plug 63 to open the first outlet 61.

[0027] The material tray 3 is provided with a top block 31 at the second outlet 62 to lift the second plug 64. When the material box 1 is installed on the frame 2, the top block 31 lifts the second plug 64 to open the second outlet 62. The second outlet 62 delivers liquid into the cavity of the material tray 3. As the liquid level rises, the liquid level will soak through the end 621 of the second outlet to seal the second outlet 62.

[0028] The specific implementation process is as follows:

[0029] Scenario 1, Material bin 1 installed on frame 2 for material feeding: The user installs material bin 1 on frame 2. At this time, the second plug 64 is lifted by the top block 31 on the material tray 3, and the second outlet 62 opens. The sealing cover 11 is opened to add material to bin 1. During feeding, the first plug 63 is sealed by the spring force, preventing liquid from automatically flowing out of bin 1. After the sealing cover 11 and bin 1 are closed, the trigger rod 13 pushes the first plug 63 downwards, and the sealing ring 2 of bin 1 seals bin 1 and bin 1 cover.

[0030] The evaporator drum 4 rotates and carries away the liquid in the feed pan 3. When the liquid level is lower than the end of the second outlet 621, air enters the feed box 1 through the gap between the second plug 64 and the first plug 63. The liquid flows into the feed pan 3 through the same gap. When the liquid level rises to be level with the end of the second outlet 621, the feed box 1 is relatively sealed, the internal and external pressures are balanced, and the liquid no longer flows in.

[0031] The scraper 5 removes the ice layer from the surface of the evaporator drum 4, creating snowflake-like soft ice or thin ice. During continuous operation, the evaporator drum 4 rotates, carrying away more liquid until the liquid level drops below the second outlet end 621. Air then re-enters, and the liquid flows back into the feed tray 3. This cycle repeats, achieving automatic liquid replenishment. (The combination of the evaporator drum 4 and the scraper 5 is a common setup in this field and will not be described in detail.)

[0032] Scenario 2, adding material first and then installing hopper 1 onto frame 2: When the user adds material to hopper 1, before hopper 1 is installed onto frame 2, both the first plug 63 and the second plug 64 are sealed. After the user adds material, the user closes the sealing cover 11 onto hopper 1. At this time, the first plug 63 is opened and the first outlet 61 is opened, but the second plug 64 is not opened and the second outlet 62 is not opened, so the liquid cannot flow out. When hopper 1 is installed onto frame 2, the second plug 64 is opened and the second outlet 62 is opened. At this time, both the first outlet 61 and the second outlet 62 are opened, and the liquid flows out. The subsequent process is the same as in Scenario 1.

[0033] Example 2, in conjunction with the figure Figures 7 to 9 A device for continuously feeding a snowflake machine trough includes a frame 2, a hopper 1, and a tray 3. The top of the hopper 1 is provided with a sealing cover 11, which is sealed to the hopper 1 when closed. A trigger top block 12 is provided on the sealing cover 11 at the position corresponding to the trigger rod 13. When the sealing cover 11 is closed to the hopper 1, the trigger top block 12 abuts against the trigger rod 13, pressing the trigger rod 13 downward to push up the first plug 63 and open the first outlet 61.

[0034] A discharge device 6 is provided at the bottom of the material bin 1, and a material tray 3 is located below the discharge device 6. The discharge device 6 has a first outlet 61 and a second outlet 62 along its height direction, with the first outlet 61 being higher than the second outlet 62. The discharge device 6 has a first plug 63 sealing the first outlet 61 and a second plug 64 sealing the second outlet 62. Below the first plug 63 is a baffle 65 for placing the first plug 63, and the baffle 65 has a leakage hole for liquid to flow to the second outlet 62. The first plug 63 is normally closed and seals the first outlet 61 under the action of elastic force, and the second outlet 62 is normally closed and seals the second outlet 62 under the action of gravity. A trigger rod 13 is provided inside the material bin 1 and above the first plug 63. Driving the trigger rod 13 can press the first plug 63 to open the first outlet 61.

[0035] The material tray 3 is provided with a top block 31 at the second outlet 62 to lift the second plug 64. When the material box 1 is installed on the frame 2, the top block 31 lifts the second plug 64 to open the second outlet 62. The second outlet 62 delivers liquid into the cavity of the material tray 3. As the liquid level rises, the liquid level will soak through the end 621 of the second outlet to seal the second outlet 62.

[0036] Example 3 (no figure): The sealing cover 11 is provided with a feed inlet, and a feed cover is provided at the feed inlet to seal the feed inlet. A trigger button is provided on the sealing cover 11 at the position corresponding to the trigger rod 13. The trigger button abuts against the trigger rod 13. Pressing the trigger button causes the trigger rod 13 to move downward, which lifts the first plug 63 and opens the first outlet 61.

[0037] The trigger rod 13 abuts against the first plug 63. When the trigger button is not pressed, the first plug 63 seals the first outlet 61 under the action of elasticity and pushes the trigger rod 13 up. After the trigger button is pressed, the button presses the trigger rod 13 to move downward and pushes the first plug 63 open, opening the second outlet 62. The trigger button has a first state and a second state. The first state is that the trigger button is not abutting against the trigger rod 13, and the second state is that the trigger button abuts against the trigger rod 13. The trigger button is switched back and forth between the first state and the second state by pressing. When no pressing operation is performed, the first state and the second state are not switched.

Claims

1. A device for continuously feeding material into the trough of a snowflake machine, comprising a frame, a material box, and a material tray, wherein the top of the material box is provided with a sealing cover, which seals with the material box when closed, and the bottom of the material box is provided with a discharge device, and the material tray is positioned below the discharge device, characterized in that: The discharge device is provided with a first outlet and a second outlet along the height direction. The first outlet is higher than the second outlet. The discharge device is provided with a first plug that seals the first outlet and a second plug that seals the second outlet. The first plug is in a normally closed state that seals the first outlet under the action of elastic force, and the second outlet is in a normally closed state that seals the second outlet under the action of gravity. A trigger rod is provided in the material box and above the first plug. Driving the trigger rod can press the first plug to open the first outlet. The material tray is provided with a top block at the second outlet to lift the second plug. When the material box is installed on the frame, the top block lifts the second plug to open the second outlet. The second outlet delivers liquid into the material tray cavity. As the liquid level rises, the liquid level will soak over the end of the second outlet to seal the liquid in the second outlet.

2. The device for continuously feeding the material trough of a snowflake machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The trigger rod and the sealing cover are an integral structure.

3. The device for continuously feeding the material trough of a snowflake machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sealing cover is provided with a trigger top block at the position corresponding to the trigger rod. When the sealing cover is closed with the material box, the trigger top block abuts against the trigger rod, pressing the trigger rod to move downward and lift the first plug to open the first outlet.

4. The device for continuously feeding the material trough of a snowflake machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sealing cover is provided with a feed inlet, and a feed cover is provided at the feed inlet to seal the feed inlet. A trigger button is provided on the sealing cover at the position corresponding to the trigger rod. The trigger button abuts against the trigger rod. Pressing the trigger button causes the trigger rod to move downward, lifting the first plug and opening the first outlet.

5. The apparatus for continuously feeding a snowmaker bin of claim 1, wherein: Below the first plug is a baffle for placing the first plug, and the baffle has a leakage hole for the liquid to flow to the second outlet.

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