Control panel assembly and dishwasher

Abstract

This utility model discloses a control panel assembly and a dishwasher. The control panel assembly is used to install on the top of the dishwasher door. The control panel assembly includes: a control panel body having a connected top mounting surface and a side mounting surface; the top mounting surface having a first mounting groove; and the side mounting surface having a second mounting groove; a display screen and a drive board; the display screen is installed in the first mounting groove, and the drive board is installed in the second mounting groove. This utility model's control panel assembly allows for the rational arrangement of a large-sized display screen and drive board within a limited space, improving the space utilization of the control panel body and enhancing its compatibility with display screens of different sizes. It also features a simple structure, convenient operation, and good performance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of control panel technology, and in particular to a control panel assembly and a dishwasher having the control panel assembly. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, control panels typically have a width margin of over 10mm compared to the accompanying display screen, providing ample space for designing and installing the display screen and driver board in such applications. However, for scenarios with narrower width margins between the control panel and display screen, the usable installation space decreases significantly after removing necessary protective structures, hindering the placement of the display screen and driver board. If a large-size touch display screen is considered, the size of the accompanying driver board will further increase, further limiting the usable installation space, indicating room for improvement. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this utility model proposes a control panel assembly that can achieve a reasonable arrangement of a large-sized display screen and driver board within a limited space, thereby improving the space utilization rate of the control panel body and enhancing the adaptability of the control panel body to display screens of different sizes. Moreover, it has a simple structure, is easy to operate, and has good performance.

[0004] According to an embodiment of the present utility model, the control panel assembly is used to be installed on the top of the door of a dishwasher. The control panel assembly includes: a control panel body having a connected top mounting surface and a side mounting surface, the top mounting surface having a first mounting groove and the side mounting surface having a second mounting groove; a display screen and a drive board, the display screen being installed in the first mounting groove and the drive board being installed in the second mounting groove.

[0005] According to the control panel assembly of this utility model embodiment, by setting the display screen to be installed in the first mounting groove at the top mounting surface and setting the driver board to be installed in the second mounting groove at the side mounting surface, the display screen and the driver board can be arranged separately on different mounting surfaces of the control panel body. In a limited space, a reasonable arrangement of a large-sized display screen and driver board can be achieved, which can improve the space utilization of the control panel body and improve the adaptability of the control panel body to display screens of different sizes. Moreover, the structure is simple, the operation is convenient, and the use effect is good.

[0006] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the control panel assembly, the display screen and the drive board are vertically distributed in space.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the control panel assembly, the width of the display screen is less than or equal to the width of the top mounting surface, the display screen is laid flat in the first mounting groove and distributed parallel to the top mounting surface, and the drive board is laid flat in the second mounting groove and distributed parallel to the side mounting surface.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the control panel assembly, the display screen and the drive board are distributed parallel to each other in space.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the control panel assembly, the width of the drive board is smaller than the width of the top mounting surface, the drive board is inserted into the second mounting slot, and both the display screen and the drive board are distributed parallel to the top mounting surface.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the control panel assembly further includes a top facing component, wherein the top surface of the display screen is flush with the top mounting surface, the top facing component is attached to the top mounting surface, and the top facing component is used to cover the display screen.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, in the control panel assembly, the top facing component is bonded and connected to the top mounting surface;

[0012] An adhesive line is formed between the top facing component and the top mounting surface, and at least a portion of the adhesive line is distributed around the display screen.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the control panel assembly further includes a cover plate, which is installed on the outside of the second mounting groove and is used to cover the second mounting groove.

[0014] The shielding cover is provided with an annular sealing part, and the control panel body is provided with a sealing and pressing part surrounding the second mounting groove. The annular sealing part is adapted to elastically press against the sealing and pressing part after the shielding cover is connected to the control panel body.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, the control panel assembly has at least one snap-fit ​​protrusion at the edge of the cover plate and at least one snap-fit ​​recess in the second mounting groove, and at least one snap-fit ​​protrusion is snapped into at least one snap-fit ​​recess in a corresponding manner.

[0016] And / or, the cover plate is detachably connected to the control panel body via at least one connector.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, the control panel assembly has a cable outlet communicating with the second mounting groove. A sealing element is installed at the cable outlet, and the sealing element has a wire hole. The wiring harness of the drive board is adapted to pass through the wire hole and to seal and press against the inner wall of the cable outlet.

[0018] This utility model also proposes a dishwasher.

[0019] The dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present invention includes the control panel assembly of any of the above embodiments.

[0020] The advantages of the aforementioned household appliances and control panel assemblies over the prior art are the same, and will not be repeated here.

[0021] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0023] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the control panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the control panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the control panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of the control panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a partial cross-section of the control panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a partial cross-section of the control panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a top view of the control panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 8This is a partial structural diagram of the control panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 3 ;

[0031] Figure 9 This is a partial structural diagram of the control panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 4 ;

[0032] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cover plate of the control panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0033] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the control panel assembly installed on the door of the dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] Figure label:

[0035] Control panel assembly 100

[0036] The control panel body 1 includes a top mounting surface 11, a first mounting groove 111, an adhesive line 112, a side mounting surface 12, a second mounting groove 121, a sealing pressing part 122, a snap-fit ​​recess 123, a mounting hole 124, a display screen 2, a drive board 3, a top facing part 4, a cover plate 5, an annular sealing part 51, a snap-fit ​​protrusion 52, a connecting hole 53, a cable outlet 6, a sealing element 61, a wire through hole 62, and a door body 200. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0039] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of 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.

[0040] The following is for reference. Figures 1-11 The control panel assembly 100 according to the present utility model embodiment allows the display screen 2 and the driver board 3 to be arranged separately on different mounting surfaces of the control panel body 1. In a limited space, a reasonable arrangement of a larger size display screen 2 and driver board 3 can be achieved, which can improve the space utilization of the control panel body 1 and improve the compatibility of the control panel body 1 with display screens 2 of different sizes.

[0041] like Figures 1-11 As shown, a control panel assembly 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a control panel body 1, a display screen 2, and a driver board 3.

[0042] It should be noted that the control panel assembly 100 enables user interaction and operation control. It can be installed in a prominent location on commonly used household appliances such as dishwashers and electric heaters, specifically on the top of the dishwasher door 200. This allows users to observe and identify the dishwasher's operating status, or to operate and control it. Positioning the control panel assembly 100 at the top of the door 200 brings it closer to the user, facilitating operation. Furthermore, the control panel assembly 100 integrates multiple functions, allowing users to switch between different functions to meet various needs, thus enhancing user convenience. The control panel assembly 100 can be connected to the dishwasher door 200 via bolts, snap-fit ​​connections, or plug-in connections.

[0043] The control panel body 1 has a connected top mounting surface 11 and a side mounting surface 12. The top mounting surface 11 has a first mounting groove 111, and the side mounting surface 12 has a second mounting groove 121. The display screen 2 is mounted in the first mounting groove 111, and the drive board 3 is mounted in the second mounting groove 121.

[0044] Specifically, the control panel assembly 100 can be installed in other conspicuous locations such as the door 200. The width of the control panel body 1 is the same as the width of the door 200, and it can be detachably connected to the door 200 and can be integrally formed with the door 200. The control panel body 1 is the main supporting structure of the control panel assembly 100, which can support and fix its internal structure to achieve the integrated installation of multiple structures. The control panel body 1 has a top mounting surface 11 and a side mounting surface 12. The top mounting surface 11 is located at the top of the control panel body 1 and is used for the installation of the top structure. The side mounting surface 12 is connected to the top mounting surface 11, that is, the side mounting surface 12 is located on the side of the control panel body 1. For example, the side mounting surface 12 can be located on the front side or the rear side of the control panel body 1.

[0045] Furthermore, the top mounting surface 11 has a first mounting groove 111, meaning the first mounting groove 111 can be located on the top of the control panel body 1, and has an open side on its upper side. The first mounting groove 111 is used to mount the display screen 2, allowing the display screen 2 to be installed from the open side into the first mounting groove 111. The display screen 2 can also be detachably mounted within the first mounting groove 111, enabling the connection and fixation of the display screen 2. The display screen 2 is detachable from the first mounting groove 111, facilitating maintenance and replacement.

[0046] Meanwhile, the side mounting surface 12 has a second mounting groove 121, which can be located on other sides of the control panel body 1 besides the top. The side mounting surface 12 has an open side, where the second mounting groove 121 is used to mount the drive plate 3. The drive plate 3 can be mounted from the open side of the side mounting surface 12 into the second mounting groove 121. Furthermore, the drive plate 3 can be detachably mounted in the second mounting groove 121, allowing for fixation of the drive plate 3. The drive plate 3 is also detachable from the second mounting groove 121, facilitating maintenance and replacement.

[0047] The display screen 2 provides direct interaction and touch control, while the driver board 3 handles information processing and power management. The display screen 2 and driver board 3 are electrically connected, enabling power supply and control of the display screen 2. In practical use, the user can input settings on the display screen 2. Through the collaborative work of the display screen 2 and driver board 3, the display screen 2 can function normally and achieve reliable display effects, thus facilitating information interaction with the user. The display screen 2 can be configured as a TFT touch display screen, etc.

[0048] Furthermore, the display screen 2 is installed in the first mounting groove 111 of the top mounting surface 11, and the drive board 3 is installed in the second mounting groove 121 of the side mounting surface 12. That is, the drive board 3 and the display screen 2 are arranged in different positions of the control panel body 1. Relative to the door 200, the installation space of the top mounting surface 11 is smaller, and the installation space of the side mounting surface 12 is larger. The installation space of the side mounting surface 12 is larger than the installation space of the top mounting surface 11. By arranging the drive board 3 in the larger space of the control panel body 1, the space occupied by the drive board 3 on the top of the control panel body 1 can be reduced, and the display screen 2 and the drive board 3 can be reasonably arranged in space.

[0049] In related technologies, the width of the outer door assembly in the commonly used range is between 30mm and 50mm, which can meet the needs of a conventionally sized display screen 2 and driver board 3. When a larger size display screen 2 and a larger size driver board 3 are used, the installation space for the display screen 2 and driver board 3 is reduced, making it difficult to arrange the display screen 2 and driver board 3. In this embodiment, the driver board 3 is arranged separately from the display screen 2, and the driver board 3 is arranged in the second mounting slot 121 to achieve a reasonable arrangement of the display screen 2 and driver board 3 respectively. In this way, a display screen 2 with a width of more than 25mm can be used in an outer door assembly with a width of about 30mm, and a display screen 2 with a width of more than 45mm can be used in an outer door assembly with a width of about 50mm.

[0050] It should be noted that, in this embodiment, the second mounting slot 121 can be located on the front side of the control panel body 1. The following description takes the installation of the drive board 3 on the front side of the control panel body 1 as an example.

[0051] According to the embodiment of the present utility model, the control panel assembly 100 is configured such that the display screen 2 is installed in the first mounting groove 111 at the top mounting surface 11, and the drive board 3 is installed in the second mounting groove 121 at the side mounting surface 12. This allows the display screen 2 and the drive board 3 to be arranged separately on different mounting surfaces of the control panel body 1. Within a limited space, a reasonable arrangement of a larger size display screen 2 and drive board 3 can be achieved, which can improve the space utilization of the control panel body 1 and improve the adaptability of the control panel body 1 to display screens 2 of different sizes. This enhances the structural diversity of the control panel assembly 100, and the structure is simple, easy to operate, and has a good effect.

[0052] In some embodiments, the display screen 2 and the driving board 3 are vertically distributed in space. The verticality is nearly vertical, or it can be not completely vertical, that is, forming a very small angle. In other words, the display screen 2 and the driving board 3 can be distributed in mutually perpendicular directions, or the display screen 2 and the driving board 3 can be distributed in nearly perpendicular directions. The specific distribution direction can be selected according to the actual space.

[0053] Specifically, the top mounting surface 11 is provided with a first mounting groove 111, and the side mounting surface 12 is provided with a second mounting groove 121. The side mounting surface 12 can be the front or rear side of the control panel body 1, that is, the top mounting surface 11 and the side mounting surface 12 are perpendicular to each other. The display screen 2 is installed in the first mounting groove 111, and the driver board 3 is installed in the second mounting groove 121. This allows the display screen 2 and the driver board 3 to be distributed in different installation spaces along mutually perpendicular directions. The display screen 2 occupies the top space of the control panel body 1, and the driver board 3 occupies the side space of the control panel body 1. This can accommodate the installation requirements of a larger size driver board 3 and realize the reasonable arrangement of the display screen 2 and the driver board 3 in the space, so as to improve the space utilization of the control panel body 1.

[0054] In some embodiments, the width of the display screen 2 is less than or equal to the width of the top mounting surface 11, the display screen 2 is laid flat in the first mounting groove 111 and is distributed parallel to the top mounting surface 11, and the drive board 3 is laid flat in the second mounting groove 121 and is distributed parallel to the side mounting surface 12.

[0055] Specifically, the width of the display screen 2 is set to be smaller than the width of the top mounting surface 11, which makes it easier to install the smaller display screen 2 on the top mounting surface 11. This allows control of the display screen 2 to be achieved using at least a portion of the top mounting surface 11. Conversely, the width of the display screen 2 is set to be equal to the width of the top mounting surface 11, which makes it easier to install the larger display screen 2 on the top mounting surface 11. This allows control of the display screen 2 to be achieved using the entire top mounting surface 11. In this way, the top space of the control panel body 1 can be used reasonably, and its setting method is not limited. It can be flexibly selected according to the actual usage needs of the display screen 2.

[0056] By laying the display screen 2 flat within the first mounting slot 111, the display screen 2 occupies less space in the first mounting slot 111, and the depth of the first mounting slot 111 can be reduced. This allows for installation of the display screen 2 using less space on the top of the control panel body 1, saving space. Furthermore, the display screen 2's parallel distribution with the top mounting surface 11 ensures that the screen of the display screen 2 is parallel to the top mounting surface 11, maximizing the display area and improving the utilization rate of the display screen 2. It also facilitates user observation and operation of the display screen 2 from the top of the control panel body 1.

[0057] The shape and depth of the first mounting groove 111 can be matched with the display screen 2, so that the display screen 2 can be reliably installed in the first mounting groove 111, and the installation space at the top of the control panel body 1 can be saved.

[0058] Furthermore, by laying the drive board 3 flat within the second mounting slot 121, the space occupied by the drive board 3 in the depth direction of the second mounting slot 121 is reduced, and the depth of the second mounting slot 121 can be decreased. This allows for the installation of the drive board 3 within less space of the control panel body 1, saving space. The drive board 3 is also parallel to the side mounting surface 12, which is connected to the top mounting surface 11. The top mounting surface 11 is located at the top of the control panel body 1, and the side mounting surface 12 is located at the front side of the control panel body 1. This means the side mounting surface 12 can be perpendicular to the top mounting surface 11, and the drive board 3 and the display screen 2 are distributed in mutually perpendicular directions. The drive board 3 can occupy space in the front side of the control panel body 1, allowing for various arrangement possibilities, especially for large-sized drive boards 3.

[0059] Therefore, through the above settings, the display screen 2 and the driver board 3 can be arranged in different directions, which can accommodate the arrangement of driver boards 3 of different sizes, thereby improving the installation compatibility of display screen 2 and driver board 3 of different sizes on the control panel body 1.

[0060] It should be noted that the shape of the second mounting groove 121 may be the same as or different from the shape of the first mounting groove 111. The shape of the second mounting groove 121 and the shape of the first mounting groove 111 may be a regular square groove or other irregular grooves. The specific design can be determined according to the actual space and the components to be installed.

[0061] In some embodiments, the display screen 2 and the driver board 3 are distributed in parallel in space, that is, the display screen 2 and the driver board 3 are distributed in mutually parallel directions. The display screen 2 occupies a small space in the control panel body 1, and the driver board 3 occupies a small space in the control panel body 1 in the direction parallel to the display screen 2. This can make the installation space occupied by the display screen 2 and the driver board 3 smaller, which is beneficial to the arrangement of other structures in the control panel body 1, thereby improving the space utilization of the control panel body 1.

[0062] It should be noted that the width of the display screen 2 can be less than or equal to the width of the top mounting surface 11, that is, the display screen 2 can be installed in the first mounting groove 111 within the top mounting surface 11, and the display screen 2 can be laid flat on the top mounting surface 11. The driver board 3 is distributed parallel to the display screen 2. According to the setting requirements, the driver board 3 needs to be set inside the control panel body 1, that is, the width of the driver board 3 needs to be less than the width of the control panel body 1, so that the driver board 3 can be distributed in the second mounting groove 121 in a direction parallel to the display screen 2.

[0063] In some embodiments, the width of the drive board 3 is smaller than the width of the top mounting surface 11, the drive board 3 is inserted into the second mounting slot 121, and both the display screen 2 and the drive board 3 are distributed parallel to the top mounting surface 11.

[0064] Specifically, by setting the width of the drive board 3 to be smaller than the width of the top mounting surface 11, the drive board 3 with a smaller width can be installed in a direction parallel to the top mounting surface 11. The drive board 3 is set to be inserted into the second mounting slot 121, that is, the drive board 3 can be connected to the control panel body 1 by insertion. The drive board 3 is distributed parallel to the top mounting surface 11, so that the entire drive board 3 is located in the second mounting slot 121, and the structure of the drive board 3 will not exceed the control panel body 1. This allows the drive board 3 to be arranged using the width space of the control panel body 1. In this way, the drive board 3 can be installed using less space in the control panel body 1, saving space in the control panel body 1.

[0065] In this configuration, the display screen 2 is arranged parallel to the top mounting surface 11, and the drive board 3 is also arranged parallel to the top mounting surface 11. This arrangement allows for a smaller footprint for the display screen 2 and drive board 3, facilitating the arrangement of other structures within the control panel body 1. Furthermore, while the display screen 2 and drive board 3 are parallel, the display screen 2 is installed in the first mounting slot 111, and the drive board 3 is installed in the second mounting slot 121. This separates the drive board 3 from the display screen 2, reducing the depth of the first mounting slot 111 required when both the display screen 2 and drive board 3 are simultaneously installed. This prevents excessive depth in the first mounting slot 111 from interfering with other structures and affecting their installation.

[0066] In some embodiments, the control panel assembly 100 further includes a top mounting element 4, the top surface of the display screen 2 being flush with the top mounting surface 11, the top mounting element 4 being attached to the top mounting surface 11, and the top mounting element 4 being used to cover the display screen 2.

[0067] Specifically, the top surface of the display screen 2 is flush with the top mounting surface 11. That is, after the display screen 2 is installed in the first mounting slot 111, the top surface of the display screen 2 and the top mounting surface 11 can be combined into a large flat surface, making the top structure of the control panel body 1 flatter, and as... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the top facing component 4 is attached to the top mounting surface 11, that is, the top facing component 4 is attached to and connected to the top mounting surface 11, which can improve the flatness and reliability of the connection between the top facing component 4 and the top mounting surface 11. Moreover, the top surface of the display screen 2 is flush with the top mounting surface 11, which allows the top facing component 4 to be attached to the top surface of the display screen 2, so that the top facing component 4 can be covered outside the top surface of the display screen 2.

[0068] Therefore, by attaching the top mounting surface 4 to the top mounting surface 11, the display screen 2 can be shielded and protected, reducing damage such as scratches on the top surface of the display screen 2, and also providing dustproof and waterproof protection for the display screen 2, thereby extending the service life of the display screen 2.

[0069] Specifically, the top surface of the display screen 2 is set to be flush with the top mounting surface 11, which means that the depth of the first mounting groove 111 is the same as the thickness of the display screen 2, thereby improving the flatness of the display screen 2 and the top mounting surface 11.

[0070] In addition, the top panel 4 can be made of transparent materials such as glass or plastic, which makes it easy for users to observe the screen of the display screen 2 from the top panel 4 and to operate the display screen 4.

[0071] In some embodiments, the top facing member 4 is bonded to the top mounting surface 11, wherein an adhesive line 112 is formed between the top facing member 4 and the top mounting surface 11, and at least a portion of the adhesive line 112 is distributed around the display screen 2.

[0072] Specifically, by bonding the top facing component 4 to the top mounting surface 11, the top facing component 4 can be connected to the top mounting surface 11 via adhesive bonding, which improves the reliability and flatness of the connection between the top facing component 4 and the top mounting surface 11. Furthermore, as... Figure 7 As shown, by providing adhesive lines 112 between the top facing component 4 and the top mounting surface 11, the top facing component 4 and the top mounting surface 11 can be bonded together by adhesive at the adhesive lines 112. At least a portion of the adhesive lines 112 are distributed around the display screen 2, allowing the top mounting surface 11 to connect with the top facing component 4 in the area around the outer periphery of the display screen 2. This improves the reliability of the connection between the outer periphery of the display screen 2 and the top facing component 4, achieving a sealed fit between the top facing component 4 and the top mounting surface 11. This effectively protects the display screen 2 from steam, dust, and water. Furthermore, the top facing component 4 can cover the top surface of the display screen 2, and since there is no adhesive connecting the top surface of the display screen 2 to the top facing component 4, the top surface of the display screen 2 remains flat and clear, improving the display clarity and reducing adhesive contamination of the top screen of the display screen 2. The absence of adhesive on the top surface of the display screen 2 also makes disassembly simple and convenient, without damaging the display screen 2.

[0073] Among them, such as Figure 7As shown, the adhesive lines 112 are distributed around the display screen 2, and the area of ​​the top mounting surface 11 outside the display screen 2 can be connected to the top surface piece 4 through the adhesive at another part of the adhesive lines 112. This allows the top surface piece 4 and the top mounting surface 11 to be connected through the adhesive at multiple adhesive lines 112, thereby improving the installation reliability of the top surface piece 4 and the top mounting surface 11, and further improving the installation reliability of the top surface piece 4 and the control panel body 1.

[0074] It should also be noted that for a standard width display screen 2, the width allowance when assembling the control panel body 1 and the top facing component 4 is more than 10mm. The two can be connected by adhesives, such as 3M adhesive or hot melt adhesive, offering multiple connection methods. However, for narrow door frame wide display applications, only about 3mm of assembly width is allowed on one side. In this case, using 3M adhesive may not guarantee a good assembly condition and seal. In this situation, the control panel body 1 and the top facing component 4 can be connected using hot melt adhesive. In actual use, a millimeter-level adhesive applicator can be used to apply 1-2mm wide hot melt adhesive along the trajectory of the adhesive line 112 to ensure a good seal.

[0075] In some embodiments, the control panel assembly 100 further includes a cover plate 5, which is mounted on the outside of the second mounting slot 121 and is used to cover the second mounting slot 121.

[0076] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the shielding cover 5 is set on the outside of the second mounting groove 121, which can shield and close the second mounting groove 121, thereby shielding and protecting electrical components such as the drive board 3 inside the second mounting groove 121. The second mounting groove 121 is located on the side mounting surface 12, which is connected to the outside of the second mounting groove 121 through the shielding cover 5. The surface of the side mounting surface 12 can be set to be flush with the surface of the shielding cover 5, so that the two can be joined smoothly.

[0077] The shielding cover 5 is matched with the second mounting groove 121. The second mounting groove 121 can be constructed as a square groove, and the shielding cover 5 can also be constructed as a square plate. The shielding cover 5 can be detachably connected to the side mounting surface 12 of the control panel body 1 by fasteners such as bolts. The shielding cover 5 can also be connected to the side mounting surface 12 of the control panel body 1 by snap-fit, plug-in or other means.

[0078] Therefore, by providing a cover plate 5 outside the second mounting slot 121, the second mounting slot 121 can be covered and sealed. The surface of the cover plate 5 is flush with the surface of the side mounting surface 12, allowing the cover plate 5 and the side mounting surface 12 to form a large flat surface, thereby improving the flatness of the side mounting surface 12. Furthermore, the cover plate 5 can block external dust, steam, and water, improving the reliability of the control panel assembly 100.

[0079] In some embodiments, the cover plate 5 is provided with an annular sealing portion 51, and the control panel body 1 is provided with a sealing and pressing portion 122 surrounding the second mounting groove 121. The annular sealing portion 51 is adapted to elastically press against the sealing and pressing portion 122 after the cover plate 5 is connected to the control panel body 1.

[0080] Specifically, such as Figure 5 and Figure 10 As shown, the cover plate 5 has an annular sealing part 51 on the side near the second mounting groove 121. The annular sealing part 51 is distributed around the cover plate 5, and the control panel body 1 has a sealing pressing part 122. The sealing pressing part 122 is distributed around the second mounting groove 121. The annular sealing part 51 and the sealing pressing part 122 are correspondingly arranged to facilitate the sealing pressing cooperation between the annular sealing part 51 and the sealing pressing part 122.

[0081] Thus, after the cover plate 5 is connected to the control panel body 1, the sealing and pressing cooperation of the annular sealing part 51 and the sealing pressing part 122 allows the cover plate 5 to cover the second mounting groove 121. Furthermore, since both the annular sealing part 51 and the sealing pressing part 122 are annular, the cover plate 5 and the inner circumferential wall of the second mounting groove 121 are sealed and pressed together, improving the reliability of the cover plate 5 in blocking and sealing the second mounting groove 121. Figure 11 As shown, the control panel assembly 100 can be connected to the top of the outer door of the dishwasher. The control panel body 1 is detachably connected to the top of the outer door, and the outer door is connected to the inner door, so that the control panel assembly 100 can be integrated into the door 200. In actual use, by setting the sealing and pressing cooperation of the annular sealing part 51 and the sealing pressing part 122, the steam at the door 200 can be reduced from entering the second mounting groove 121, so as to achieve the functions of steam prevention and waterproofing, and improve the working reliability of the drive board 3.

[0082] The sealing and pressing part 122 can be disposed on the inner bottom wall of the second mounting groove 121 and on the inner peripheral wall of the second mounting groove 121. The annular sealing part 51 can be constructed as a pressing protrusion and the sealing and pressing part 122 can be constructed as a pressing groove, so as to facilitate the sealing connection between the annular sealing part 51 and the sealing and pressing part 122.

[0083] Furthermore, the annular sealing part 51 can be made of 4mm EPDM rubber material to give it certain compression characteristics and improve sealing reliability. Also, the seal between the cover plate 5 and the second mounting groove 121 can be achieved by potting adhesive, i.e., by potting adhesive between the inner wall of the second mounting groove 121 and the cover plate 5, and after the adhesive solidifies, the seal between the cover plate 5 and the second mounting groove 121 can be achieved. This potting method is simple and has a wide range of applications.

[0084] In some embodiments, at least one snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 is provided at the edge of the cover plate 5, and at least one snap-fit ​​recess 123 is provided in the second mounting groove 121, and at least one snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 is snapped into at least one snap-fit ​​recess 123 in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0085] Specifically, at least one snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 is provided at the edge of the cover plate 5, that is, the snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 can be one, two, three, etc., and at least one snap-fit ​​recess 123 is provided in the second mounting groove 121, that is, the snap-fit ​​recess 123 can be one, two, three, etc., the number of snap-fit ​​protrusions 52 and the number of snap-fit ​​recesses 123 are the same, and each snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 is distributed in a one-to-one correspondence with each snap-fit ​​recess 123, so that each snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 can be snap-fitted with the corresponding snap-fit ​​recess 123.

[0086] Therefore, by providing at least one snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 at the edge of the cover plate 5, and by providing at least one snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 and at least one snap-fit ​​recess 123, the cover plate 5 can be easily snapped into place at the edge by the snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 and the snap-fit ​​recess 123.

[0087] The snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 can be configured to protrude from the surface of the cover plate 5, the snap-fit ​​recess 123 can be configured as a snap-fit ​​groove, and the cover plate 5 can be disposed on the top, bottom, or side of the cover plate 5. In this embodiment, for example... Figure 6 and Figure 10 As shown, both the snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 and the snap-fit ​​recess 123 are provided as one, and the snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 is provided on the top of the cover plate 5. In this way, when the cover plate 5 is connected to the second mounting groove 121, the snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 snaps into the snap-fit ​​recess 123, which can snap the cover plate 5 to the control panel body 1. Furthermore, through the snap-fit ​​engagement of the snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 and the snap-fit ​​recess 123, the cover plate 5 can be vertically limited relative to the first mounting groove 111, thereby improving the installation reliability of the cover plate 5 and the control panel body 1.

[0088] Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 can be integrally formed with the cover plate 5, and the snap-fit ​​protrusion 52 functions similarly to a structural nail.

[0089] In other embodiments, the cover plate 5 is detachably connected to the control panel body 1 by at least one connector, wherein the connector may be configured as a connecting bolt. The cover plate 5 is connected to the control panel body 1 by at least one connecting bolt, which enables a detachable connection between the two. The connecting bolt can improve the connection strength and reliability between the cover plate 5 and the control panel body 1.

[0090] The connector can be one or more; in this embodiment, there are six connectors, such as... Figure 10 As shown, six connection holes 53 can be provided in the cover plate 5, such as... Figure 4 As shown, the control panel body 1 has six mounting holes 124 on the outer periphery of the second mounting groove 121. These six mounting holes 124 correspond one-to-one with six connecting holes 53. Thus, when the cover plate 5 is attached to the outside of the second mounting groove 121, the six connectors are sequentially passed through the connecting holes 53 and the mounting holes 124, respectively, to detachably connect the cover plate 5 to the control panel body 1. By using multiple connectors, multiple positions of the cover plate 5 can be connected to the control panel body 1, improving the reliability of both.

[0091] Therefore, when the cover plate 5 is connected to the control panel body 1, the cover plate 5 can be vertically limited by the snap-fit ​​protrusion 52, which can reduce manual alignment and improve installation convenience. Furthermore, the cover plate 5 is connected to the control panel body 1 by multiple connectors, which can improve the connection reliability between the cover plate 5 and the control panel body 1. Moreover, the clamping force of the multiple connectors can make the cover plate 5 seal against the sealing pressure part 122 through the annular sealing part 51, which can improve the sealing performance of the cover plate 5 against the second mounting groove 121, thereby improving the working stability and reliability of the control panel assembly 100.

[0092] In some embodiments, the control panel body 1 is provided with a cable outlet 6 communicating with the second mounting groove 121. A sealing member 61 is installed at the cable outlet 6. The sealing member 61 is provided with a wire hole 62. The wire harness of the drive board 3 is adapted to pass through the wire hole 62 and to seal and press against the inner wall of the cable outlet 6.

[0093] Specifically, such as Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the control panel body 1 is provided with a cable outlet 6 for cable exit from the internal structure of the control panel body 1. The cable outlet 6 is connected to the second mounting slot 121 and passes through the second mounting slot 121. In this way, the wiring harnesses of the drive board 3 and other electronic components installed in the second mounting slot 121 can pass through. Furthermore, by setting the cable outlet 6, the electronic components in the second mounting slot 121 can exit from a set position, making the wiring harness arrangement simpler and clearer, and making subsequent maintenance more convenient.

[0094] Furthermore, a sealing element 61 is installed at the outlet 6 to seal the outlet 6. The sealing element 61 is provided with a wire hole 62. The wire harness of the drive board 3 is passed through the wire hole 62, so that the wire harness can be connected to the control structure outside the control panel body 1, so as to realize the normal operation of the drive board 3 and the display screen 2.

[0095] The sealing element 61 can be made of materials such as rubber, allowing it to deform under pressure in the outlet 6, such as compression and expansion. In actual design, the wire hole 62 can be set in the middle of the sealing element 61, and the diameter of the wire harness of the drive plate 3 is larger than the inner diameter of the wire hole 62. In this way, by passing the wire harness of the drive plate 3 through the wire hole 62, the sealing element 61 can expand outward more evenly and elastically press against the inner peripheral wall of the outlet 6, thereby achieving the sealing of the inner peripheral wall of the outlet 6 by the sealing element 61. Furthermore, by expanding outward, the sealing element 61 can fill the outlet 6, improving the sealing effect of the sealing element 61 on the outlet 6, and thus improving the function of the sealing element 61 in preventing steam, water, and dust from the outlet 6.

[0096] Furthermore, the outlet 6 can also be sealed by applying glue. After the glue has solidified, the outlet 6 can be sealed.

[0097] In addition, an expansion groove communicating with the wire hole 62 can be provided in the seal 61, so that the seal 61 can expand outward through the expansion groove and improve the deformation capacity of the seal 61.

[0098] Among them, such as Figure 9 As shown, the seal 61 can be installed in the outlet 6 by means of plugging or other methods. For example, it can be plugged into the outlet 6 from the rear of the control panel body 1. At the same time, the shape of the seal 61 is matched with the shape of the outlet 6. For example, the outlet 6 is constructed as a square hole, and the seal 61 is constructed as a block. In this way, the shapes of the seal 61 and the outlet 6 are more matched, which can make the gap between the two smaller after the seal 61 is installed in the outlet 6, and facilitate the sealing fit between the seal 61 and the inner peripheral wall of the outlet 6.

[0099] Furthermore, it should be noted that the display screen 2 can also be located outside the top of the control panel body 1. For example, the display screen 2 can be located at the front of the control panel body 1. In this way, the driver board 3 and the display screen 2 can be arranged simultaneously on the front side of the control panel body 1, and the arrangement space is not limited, realizing a 100-degree front control mode for the control panel assembly. However, compared to arranging the display screen 2 at the top of the control panel body 1, it occupies more space, which is beneficial for arranging a larger size display screen 2.

[0100] This utility model also proposes a dishwasher.

[0101] The dishwasher according to the present invention includes a control panel assembly 100 of any of the above embodiments. Connecting the control panel assembly 100 to the outside of the dishwasher allows for its integration into the dishwasher. The control panel assembly 100 includes a display screen 2, which reduces the space occupied by the display screen 2 within the dishwasher, thus improving the integration between the control panel assembly 100 and the dishwasher. The control panel assembly 100 also includes a control panel body 1 and a drive board 3. By separately arranging the display screen 2 and the drive board 3 on different mounting surfaces of the control panel body 1, a reasonable arrangement of a larger size display screen 2 and drive board 3 can be achieved within a limited space. This improves the space utilization of the control panel body 1 and enhances its compatibility with display screens 2 of different sizes, thereby increasing the structural diversity of the control panel assembly 100 and consequently the structural diversity of the dishwasher. Furthermore, the design is simple, easy to operate, and provides good performance.

[0102] Furthermore, the top surface of the display screen 2 is sealed and protected by the top facing part 4. At the same time, the drive board 3 installed in the second mounting groove 121 is sealed and protected by the shielding cover 5. In addition, the wiring harness of the drive board 3 causes the sealing part 61 to deform and seal the outlet 6. This can effectively improve the sealing performance of the control panel assembly 100, thereby improving the dishwasher's waterproof and steam-proof functions, thus enhancing the dishwasher's usage scenarios and reliability.

[0103] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0104] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A control panel assembly, characterized in that, The control panel assembly is used for installation on the top of the dishwasher door, and the control panel assembly includes: The control panel body has a connected top mounting surface and a side mounting surface, the top mounting surface has a first mounting groove, and the side mounting surface has a second mounting groove; The display screen is installed in the first mounting slot, and the driver board is installed in the second mounting slot.

2. The control panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display screen and the driver board are vertically distributed in space.

3. The control panel assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The width of the display screen is less than or equal to the width of the top mounting surface. The display screen is laid flat in the first mounting groove and is distributed parallel to the top mounting surface. The drive board is laid flat in the second mounting groove and is distributed parallel to the side mounting surface.

4. The control panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display screen and the driver board are distributed parallel to each other in space.

5. The control panel assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The width of the drive board is smaller than the width of the top mounting surface. The drive board is inserted into the second mounting slot. Both the display screen and the drive board are distributed parallel to the top mounting surface.

6. The control panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a top facing component, the top surface of the display screen is flush with the top mounting surface, the top facing component is attached to the top mounting surface, and the top facing component is used to cover the display screen.

7. The control panel assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The top facing component is bonded and connected to the top mounting surface; An adhesive line is formed between the top facing component and the top mounting surface, and at least a portion of the adhesive line is distributed around the display screen.

8. The control panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a shielding cover plate, which is installed on the outside of the second mounting groove and is used to shield the second mounting groove; The shielding cover is provided with an annular sealing part, and the control panel body is provided with a sealing and pressing part surrounding the second mounting groove. The annular sealing part is adapted to elastically press against the sealing and pressing part after the shielding cover is connected to the control panel body.

9. The control panel assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, The edge of the shielding cover is provided with at least one snap-fit ​​protrusion, and the second mounting groove is provided with at least one snap-fit ​​recess. At least one of the snap-fit ​​protrusions is snapped into at least one of the snap-fit ​​recesses in a one-to-one correspondence. And / or, the cover plate is detachably connected to the control panel body via at least one connector.

10. The control panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control panel body is provided with a cable outlet communicating with the second mounting slot. A sealing element is installed at the cable outlet, and the sealing element is provided with a wire hole. The wiring harness of the drive board is adapted to pass through the wire hole and to seal and press against the inner wall of the cable outlet.

11. A dishwasher, characterized in that, The control panel assembly includes any one of claims 1-10.

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