A clothes dryer capable of up and down exchange of a dryer panel
The dryer panel design, which allows for vertical and horizontal adjustments, solves the problem of fixed panel positions in existing dryers, enabling flexible installation and convenient maintenance, and improving user experience and production efficiency.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANGHAI COLORED ENVIRONMENTAL TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-22
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-29
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of dryer technology, specifically a dryer with an interchangeable dryer panel. Background Technology
[0002] In modern society, commercial self-service laundromats are gaining increasing acceptance, and dryers, as an important electrical component of these facilities, are being used more frequently. However, the high rental costs of commercial properties and the numerous inconveniences associated with the installation and use of existing dryers present challenges.
[0003] 1. Low utilization rate of idle space: When most dryers are stacked or installed in cabinets, the control panel in the traditional fixed position may be inconvenient for users to operate due to unreasonable height. For example, if the panel is too high, it will affect the user's ability to view information and operate the equipment.
[0004] 2. Lack of flexibility: Different users have different usage habits and operating preferences, and a fixed-position panel cannot meet diverse needs.
[0005] 3. Inconvenient maintenance: When the dryer panel malfunctions, the existing design often requires complete disassembly and repair, which increases the difficulty and cost of maintenance. Utility Model Content
[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a clothes dryer with an interchangeable dryer panel to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a clothes dryer with an interchangeable dryer panel, comprising a body, and further comprising:
[0008] The two mounting slots located at the top and bottom of the front of the machine body are respectively fitted with a control panel and a baffle by bolts. The size of the control panel and the baffle is adapted to the mounting slot.
[0009] An anti-misoperation plug-in is installed inside the mounting slot for connecting the control panel circuitry.
[0010] A snap-fit connector is provided between the mounting slot and the control panel and baffle for assembly.
[0011] Preferably, the anti-misoperation plug includes a wiring harness electrically connected inside the control panel, and the end of the wiring harness away from the control panel is electrically connected to a plug.
[0012] Preferably, the anti-misoperation plug-in further includes a socket formed on the inner wall of the mounting slot, the inner diameter of which is adapted to the size of the pin.
[0013] Preferably, the snap-fit component includes two symmetrical snap-fit holes formed in the inner wall of the mounting groove, and a plug is inserted into the inner wall of the snap-fit hole, the plug being fixed to one side of the control panel.
[0014] Preferably, the snap-fit component further includes two symmetrical springs fixed to the inner wall of the machine body. One end of each spring is fixed with a limit pin, and the inner wall of the insertion rod is provided with a limit hole that matches the limit pin. The limit pin is snapped into the inner wall of the limit hole.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0016] 1. Flexible Adaptability: With its adjustable panel design, the dryer can adapt to different installation environments and user habits. Whether the dryer is stacked, installed in a cabinet, or the user prefers a different operating height, the panel position can be adjusted to meet the needs, significantly improving the product's versatility.
[0017] 2. Optimize user experience: The adaptive circuit module automatically adjusts the display interface and operation logic to ensure that users can have a consistent and convenient operating experience regardless of the installation orientation of the control panel, reducing inconvenience caused by unreasonable panel position and improving user satisfaction.
[0018] 3. Easy to repair and maintain: The independent and detachable control panel design makes it easier and faster to repair when the panel fails. There is no need to disassemble the main body of the dryer, which reduces the difficulty and cost of repair and also helps to extend the overall service life of the dryer.
[0019] 4. Improved cost-effectiveness: A single panel can be used flexibly in both the upper and lower positions, reducing the cost of developing multiple panel structures for different installation needs, and improving production efficiency and product competitiveness. Attached Figure Description
[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the dryer with an interchangeable dryer panel provided by the present invention.
[0021] Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing the connection between the control panel and the baffle and the machine body provided by this utility model;
[0022] Figure 3 A schematic diagram illustrating the connection between the control panel and the main body provided by this utility model;
[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged structural diagram at point A;
[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the snap-fit component provided by this utility model.
[0025] In the diagram: 1. Body; 2. Mounting slot; 3. Bolt; 4. Control panel; 5. Baffle; 6. Anti-misoperation plug; 61. Wiring harness; 62. Pin; 63. Socket; 7. Snap-fit component; 71. Snap-fit hole; 72. Insert rod; 73. Spring; 74. Limit pin; 75. Limit hole. Detailed Implementation
[0026] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0027] Please see Figure 1-5 As shown, a clothes dryer with an interchangeable dryer panel includes a body 1 and mounting slots 2 at the top and bottom of the front of the body 1. A control panel 4 and a baffle 5 are respectively mounted inside the two mounting slots 2 via bolts 3. The size of the control panel 4 and the baffle 5 is adapted to the mounting slots 2. The dryer body 1 contains core functional components such as a drying chamber, a heating system, and a ventilation system. The size and shape of the mounting slots 2 match the control panel 4 and the baffle 5. The control panel 4 integrates operating elements such as a display screen, control buttons, and a WIFI module area. The control panel 4 also provides instructions on various precautions. The baffle 5 is used to replace the installation position of the control panel 4. When the control panel 4 is installed on top of the dryer body, the baffle 5 is installed at the bottom of the dryer; when the control panel 4 is installed at the bottom of the dryer, the baffle 5 is installed at the top of the dryer, ensuring the overall integrity and aesthetics of the dryer body.
[0028] The mounting slot 2 is equipped with an anti-misoperation plug 6 for connecting the circuit of the control panel 4. The anti-misoperation plug 6 includes a wire harness 61 electrically connected to the inside of the control panel 4, and a plug 62 electrically connected to the end of the wire harness 61 away from the control panel 4. The anti-misoperation plug 6 also includes a socket 63 opened in the inner wall of the mounting slot 2, and the inner diameter of the socket 63 is adapted to the size of the plug 62. The anti-misoperation plug 6 can ensure that the control panel 4 can achieve a stable electrical connection regardless of whether it is installed vertically or vertically, and will not have interface connection errors during the process of reversing vertically or vertically.
[0029] In use, the control panel 4 is connected to the socket 63 in the mounting slot 2 via the pin 62 on the wire harness 61 to power on the control panel 4. The wire harness 61 is made of highly flexible ribbon cable with sufficient length to ensure that the control panel 4 will not be damaged by pulling during installation, and has good anti-interference performance to ensure stable signal transmission.
[0030] A snap-fit component 7 is provided between the mounting slot 2 and the control panel 4 and the baffle 5 for assembly. The snap-fit component 7 includes two symmetrical snap holes 71 opened in the inner wall of the mounting slot 2. A plug rod 72 is inserted into the inner wall of the snap hole 71 and fixed to one side of the control panel 4. The snap-fit component 7 also includes two symmetrical springs 73 fixed to the inner wall of the body 1. A limit pin 74 is fixed to one end of the spring 73. A limit hole 75 matching the limit pin 74 is opened in the inner wall of the plug rod 72 and the limit pin 74 is snapped into the inner wall of the limit hole 75.
[0031] In use, the control panel 4 or the baffle 5 is installed in the mounting slot 2. The control panel 4 or the baffle 5 is inserted into the locking hole 71 in the mounting slot 2 via the insert rod 72. When inserted, the insert rod 72 pushes the limiting pin 74 upward, causing the spring 73 to extend and retract. When the insert rod 72 moves to the point where the limiting pin 74 is aligned with the limiting hole 75, the limiting pin 74 is reset by the elastic force of the spring 73 and locked into the limiting hole 75, thus fixing the control panel 4 or the baffle 5 to the mounting slot 2. When disassembling, the control panel 4 or the baffle 5 can be pulled out of the mounting slot 2 with a little force. Since the limiting pin 74 is spherical, it will move out of the limiting hole 75 under the action of force. The locking piece 7 securely installs the control panel 4 and the baffle 5 in the mounting slot 2.
[0032] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.
[0033] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art 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 appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A clothes dryer with an interchangeable dryer panel, comprising a body (1), characterized in that, Also includes: Mounting slots (2) are provided at the top and bottom ends of the front of the body (1). A control panel (4) and a baffle (5) are respectively installed in the two mounting slots (2) by bolts (3). The size of the control panel (4) and the baffle (5) is adapted to the mounting slots (2). Anti-misoperation plug (6) is installed inside the mounting slot (2) for connecting the circuit of the control panel (4); A snap-fit connector (7) is provided between the mounting slot (2) and the control panel (4) and the baffle (5) for assembly.
2. A clothes dryer with an interchangeable dryer panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The anti-misoperation plug (6) includes a wiring harness (61) electrically connected inside the control panel (4), and a plug (62) is electrically connected to one end of the wiring harness (61) away from the control panel (4).
3. A clothes dryer with an interchangeable dryer panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The anti-misoperation plug (6) also includes a socket (63) opened on the inner wall of the mounting slot (2), the inner diameter of which is adapted to the size of the pin (62).
4. A clothes dryer with an interchangeable dryer panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The snap-fit component (7) includes two symmetrical snap holes (71) formed on the inner wall of the mounting groove (2). A plug rod (72) is inserted into the inner wall of the snap hole (71), and the plug rod (72) is fixed to one side of the control panel (4).
5. A clothes dryer with an interchangeable dryer panel according to claim 4, characterized in that: The snap-fit component (7) also includes two symmetrical springs (73) fixed to the inner wall of the body (1). One end of the spring (73) is fixed with a limit pin (74). The inner wall of the insert rod (72) is provided with a limit hole (75) that matches the limit pin (74). The limit pin (74) is snapped into the inner wall of the limit hole (75).