A stove with a water-blocking structure

Abstract

This utility model discloses a stove with a water-blocking structure, including a stove panel with a burner and a control knob on it. The control knob is rotatably mounted on the stove panel. The key feature is that the stove panel has a cover with an opening on one side. The burner is located on the opposite side of the opening end of the cover, and the control knob is located inside the cover. By providing a cover to the stove panel and placing the control knob inside the cover, with the burner located on the opposite side of the opening end, splashed soup, oil, etc., are unlikely to enter the cover and contact the control knob, effectively preventing contamination of the control knob, preventing damage to its internal control circuit, improving the stove's waterproof performance, and extending its service life.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model specifically relates to a stove with a water-blocking structure. Background Technology

[0002] Cooking stoves are essential equipment in the kitchen. Currently, most cooktops on the market have control knobs directly exposed on the control panel. Controlling the burner's operation by rotating the knob is a well-established technology in this field. This typically involves a mechanical or electronic connection between the knob and the burner's control circuitry. When the user rotates the knob, a signal is transmitted to the burner's control circuitry, thus controlling the burner's operation, heat adjustment, and other functions. However, during use, the control knob is easily contaminated by spilled soup, oil, or other substances, leading to unresponsive operation or even damage to the internal control circuitry, affecting the normal use of the cooktop and shortening its lifespan. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the defects of the existing technology, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a stove with a water-blocking structure.

[0004] A stove with a water-blocking structure includes a stove panel, on which a burner and a control knob are respectively provided. The control knob is rotatably mounted on the stove panel. The stove panel is provided with a cover with an opening on one side. The burner is located on the opposite side of the opening end of the cover. The control knob is located in the inner cavity of the cover.

[0005] In one embodiment, the control knob is provided with a light assembly that illuminates when it is rotated.

[0006] In one embodiment, the lighting assembly includes an LED light panel, a connecting base, a spring, and a conductive post. The connecting base is coaxially positioned above the control knob. The LED light panel is mounted on the connecting base. A first groove is recessed along the circumference of the connecting base, with both ends of the first groove penetrating the connecting base. The connecting base is made of insulating material. A conductive sheet is provided on the bottom wall of the first groove. The LED light panel is electrically connected to the conductive sheet. A flange is provided on the inner side of the cover. A second groove is recessed on the side of the flange facing the control knob. The conductive post is movably inserted into the second groove. The spring is located in the second groove and abuts against one end of the conductive post. The spring causes the conductive post to remain elastically protruding outward from the first groove. The conductive post can move and abut against or disengage from the conductive sheet as the control knob rotates. The conductive post is electrically connected to an external power source via a wire.

[0007] In one embodiment, the first groove has guide slopes at both ends that can guide and abut against the ends of the conductive posts.

[0008] In one embodiment, the upper end of the connector has a recessed mounting groove, the LED light board is disposed in the mounting groove, and the opening end cover of the mounting groove is covered with a light-transmitting plate.

[0009] In one embodiment, a first through hole is provided in the mounting groove, and a countersunk hole is recessed at the upper end of the control knob corresponding to the first through hole. A second through hole is provided between the countersunk hole and the first groove. The LED light board and the conductive sheet are connected by wires in sequence through the first through hole, the countersunk hole and the second through hole.

[0010] In one embodiment, the cover is integrally formed on the cooktop panel, or the cover is welded to the cooktop panel in a sealed manner.

[0011] In summary, the advantages of this utility model over the prior art are:

[0012] This utility model provides a cover to the stove panel, with the control knob placed inside the cover and the burner head located on the opposite side of the cover opening. This makes it difficult for spilled soup, oil, etc., to enter the cover and contact the control knob, effectively preventing the control knob from being contaminated and its internal control circuit from being damaged. This also improves the stove's waterproof performance and extends its service life.

[0013] Furthermore, the light component installed on the control knob illuminates when the user rotates the control knob. This not only clearly displays the position of the control knob in low-light environments, making it easy for the user to quickly find and operate it, but also allows the user to confirm whether the control knob is in the on state after being turned to control the operation of the burner. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of a stove with a water-blocking structure in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0015] Figure 2 As one embodiment of this utility model Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of a stove with a water-blocking structure according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a partial schematic diagram of a stove with a water-blocking structure in one embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments:

[0019] like Figures 1 to 4The present invention preferably provides a stove with a water-blocking structure, including a stove panel 1, on which a burner 2 and a control knob 3 are respectively provided. The control knob 3 is rotatably mounted on the stove panel 1. The stove panel 1 is provided with a cover 4 having an opening on one side. The burner 2 is located on the opposite side of the opening end of the cover 4, and the control knob 3 is located inside the cover 4. Specifically, the opening end of the cover has space sufficient for a user's hand to reach in and turn the control knob. By providing a cover on the stove panel and placing the control knob inside the cover cavity, with the burner located on the opposite side of the opening end of the cover, it is difficult for splashed soup, oil stains, etc., to enter the cover and contact the control knob, effectively preventing the control knob from being contaminated, preventing damage to its internal control circuit, improving the waterproof performance of the stove, and extending the service life of the stove.

[0020] Furthermore, the control knob 3 is equipped with a light assembly 5 that illuminates when it is rotated. The light assembly on the control knob illuminates when the user rotates it, clearly displaying the knob's location in low-light conditions, making it easy for the user to quickly locate and operate. It also allows the user to confirm whether the control knob is in the "on" state (controlling the burner) by the light, thus enabling the user to visually identify the control knob's operating status even if the cover is opaque.

[0021] Furthermore, the lighting assembly 5 includes an LED light panel 51, a connecting seat 52, a spring 53, and a conductive post 54. The connecting seat 52 is coaxially positioned on the upper end of the control knob 3. The LED light panel 51 is mounted on the connecting seat 52. A first groove 55 is recessed along the circumference of the connecting seat 52, and both ends of the first groove 55 penetrate the connecting seat 52. The connecting seat 52 is made of insulating material, and a conductive sheet 56 is provided on the bottom wall of the first groove 55. The LED light panel 51 and the conductive sheet 54... 6. Electrical connection: The inner side of the cover 4 is provided with a flange 57. The flange 57 is recessed in the second groove 58 on the side facing the control knob 3. The conductive post 54 is movably inserted into the second groove 58. The spring 53 is disposed in the second groove 58 and abuts against one end of the conductive post 54. The spring 53 causes the conductive post 54 to remain elastically protruding outward in the first groove 55. The conductive post 54 can move and abut against or disengage from the conductive sheet 56 as the control knob 3 rotates. The conductive post 54 is electrically connected to an external power source through a wire.

[0022] Specifically, the opening width of the first groove is less than 2mm, preferably 1.5mm, meaning that the user's fingers (and fingertips) cannot be inserted into the first groove through the opening. When the user needs to use the stove, they rotate the control knob. During the rotation, the conductive post, under the action of the spring, abuts against the conductive plate, making the conductive post and conductive plate conductive, causing the LED light panel to be powered on and illuminate, providing light illumination for the user to operate the control knob. When it is necessary to turn off the stove burner, rotating the off control knob disengages the conductive post from the conductive plate, and the LED light panel is de-energized and turns off. Throughout the entire use process, because the control knob is protected by the cover, it can effectively prevent contamination from soup, oil stains, etc., ensuring the normal use and lifespan of the stove.

[0023] Furthermore, the first groove 55 has guide slopes at both ends that can guide and abut against the ends of the conductive post 54.

[0024] Furthermore, the upper end of the connecting seat 52 has a recessed mounting groove 59, the LED light board 51 is disposed in the mounting groove 59, and a light-transmitting plate 60 is placed on the opening end of the mounting groove 59. The light-transmitting plate on the opening end of the mounting groove protects the LED light board while allowing the light to pass through evenly.

[0025] Furthermore, a first through hole 61 is provided in the mounting groove 59, and a countersunk hole 62 is recessed in the upper end of the control knob 3 corresponding to the first through hole 61. A second through hole 63 is provided between the countersunk hole 62 and the first groove 55. The LED light board 51 and the conductive sheet 56 are connected by wires in sequence through the first through hole 61, the countersunk hole 62 and the second through hole 63.

[0026] Furthermore, the cover 4 is integrally formed on the cooktop panel 1, or the cover 4 is welded to the cooktop panel 1 in a sealed connection. The cover can be integrally formed on the cooktop panel, or it can be welded to the cooktop panel in a sealed connection, providing multiple options for the manufacture and production of the cooktop. This also avoids the problem of liquid leakage to the control knob caused by installation gaps due to processing errors when the cover and cooktop panel are detachably connected.

[0027] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles and main features of this utility model, as well as its advantages. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A stove with a water blocking structure, comprising a stove panel (1), a burner (2) and a control knob (3) are respectively arranged on the stove panel (1), and the control knob (3) is rotationally arranged on the stove panel (1), characterized in that: The stove panel (1) is provided with a cover (4) with an opening on one side. The burner (2) is located on the opposite side of the opening end of the cover (4). The control knob (3) is located in the inner cavity of the cover (4).

2. A stove with a water-blocking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control knob (3) is provided with a light assembly (5) that illuminates when it is rotated.

3. A stove with a water-blocking structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The lighting assembly (5) includes an LED light panel (51), a connecting seat (52), a spring (53), and a conductive post (54). The connecting seat (52) is coaxially positioned on the upper end of the control knob (3). The LED light panel (51) is mounted on the connecting seat (52). A first groove (55) is recessed along the circumference of the connecting seat (52), and both ends of the first groove (55) penetrate the connecting seat (52). The connecting seat (52) is made of insulating material. A conductive sheet (56) is provided on the bottom wall of the first groove (55). The LED light panel (51) and the conductive sheet (56) are electrically connected. The cover (4) has a flange (57) on its inner side. The flange (57) has a second groove (58) recessed on the side facing the control knob (3). The conductive post (54) is movably inserted into the second groove (58). The spring (53) is set in the second groove (58) and abuts against one end of the conductive post (54). The spring (53) causes the conductive post (54) to remain elastically protruding outward in the first groove (55). The conductive post (54) can move and abut against or disengage from the conductive sheet (56) as the control knob (3) rotates. The conductive post (54) is electrically connected to an external power source through a wire.

4. A stove with a water-blocking structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first groove (55) has guide slopes at both ends that can guide and abut against the end of the conductive post (54).

5. A stove with a water-blocking structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The upper end of the connector (52) has a recessed mounting groove (59), the LED light board (51) is set in the mounting groove (59), and the opening end of the mounting groove (59) is covered with a light-transmitting plate (60).

6. A stove with a water-blocking structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The mounting groove (59) has a first through hole (61) running through it. The upper end of the control knob (3) has a recessed countersunk hole (62) corresponding to the first through hole (61). The countersunk hole (62) and the first groove (55) are connected by a second through hole (63). The LED light board (51) and the conductive sheet (56) are connected by wires through the first through hole (61), the countersunk hole (62) and the second through hole (63) in sequence.

7. A stove with a water-blocking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cover (4) is integrally formed on the stove panel (1), or the cover (4) is welded to the stove panel (1) in a sealed manner.

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