Burner and hob comprising same
By setting a recess on the base to accommodate the bracket and connecting it to the base, the problem of limited movement path of the temperature control probe is solved, realizing the flattened design of the burner and the anti-overflow effect, and expanding the application range of the temperature control probe assembly.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- NINGBO FOTILE KITCHEN WARE CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-29
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, the temperature control probe bracket is directly fixed to the upper surface of the base, which limits the length of the temperature control probe's movement path and cannot meet the flattening requirements of the burner.
A recess is provided on the base, the bracket is accommodated in the recess and connected to the base, the lower end of the support rod extends into the recess, and the upper end face of the bracket is relatively lowered to form a sealed structure to reduce the space occupied. The bracket and the base are fixed by threaded connection or through-hole fasteners.
Without shortening the height of the support rod, the space occupied by the temperature control probe assembly above the base is reduced, the applicability of the temperature control probe assembly is expanded, the flattening applicability of the burner is improved, and the effect of preventing overflow leakage is enhanced.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchen appliances, and in particular to a burner and a stove including the burner. Background Technology
[0002] In existing technologies, the temperature control probe of an upper-inlet burner is typically mounted on the upper surface of the base and secured with two screws. This mounting method results in a relatively high overall height for the temperature control probe. As users increasingly demand flatter burners, the overall height of the temperature control probe must be reduced accordingly. However, if the height of the movable part of the temperature control probe remains unchanged, reducing the overall height of the probe will shorten the stroke of the movable part, thus narrowing its applicable range. Utility Model Content
[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the defect that the temperature control probe bracket is directly fixed on the upper surface of the base in the prior art, which results in the limited length of the moving path of the temperature control probe, and to provide a burner and a stove including the burner.
[0004] The present invention solves the above-mentioned technical problems through the following technical solution:
[0005] A burner includes a base and a temperature control probe assembly. The temperature control probe assembly includes a probe body, a support rod, and a bracket. The probe body is movably connected to the upper end of the support rod and can move relative to the support rod along the extension direction of the support rod.
[0006] The base includes a base body and a recessed portion. The upper end of the base body is recessed downward to form the recessed portion. The upper end of the recessed portion is open. The bracket is at least partially accommodated in the recessed portion and connected to the base. The lower end of the support rod extends into the recessed portion and is connected to the bracket.
[0007] In this design, a recessed portion is provided in the base to create a space for placing the bracket. The bracket is placed within the recessed portion and connected to the base. The inner bottom surface of the recessed portion is lower than the upper surface of the base by a certain distance, with part of the bracket extending into the recessed portion. This lowers the upper surface of the bracket connected to the recessed portion compared to the upper surface directly connected to the base, reducing the space occupied by the bracket above the base. Thus, without shortening the height of the support rod, the overall space occupied by the temperature control probe assembly above the base is reduced, without shortening the travel distance of the probe body. This makes it more suitable for burners with flattening requirements, thus expanding the applicability of the temperature control probe assembly.
[0008] Preferably, the peripheral sidewall of the bracket fits against the inner wall of the recess, the upper end face of the bracket is flush with the upper end face of the base body, or the upper end face of the bracket is located above the upper end face of the base body.
[0009] In this design, the fit between the bracket and the recess forms a seal, preventing liquid from leaking from the seam to the bottom of the recess or base, thus facilitating cleaning. Simultaneously, this design prevents the formation of a trough structure above the bracket, avoiding liquid accumulation and facilitating overflow cleaning and drainage.
[0010] Preferably, the bracket includes a bracket body and an extension. The extension is connected to the top of the bracket body. The bracket body is located inside the recess. The extension is located above the base body and its lower end face abuts against the upper end face of the base body. The projection of the upper end slot of the recess toward the extension in the vertical direction coincides with the extension.
[0011] In this design, the extension can cover the gap between the bracket and the recess in the horizontal direction, thus better preventing spills and effectively preventing liquid from leaking to the bottom of the base through the gap between the bracket and the base during use, facilitating timely cleaning. At the same time, the extension can completely cover the groove of the recess, improving the overall spill prevention effect.
[0012] Preferably, the peripheral side of the extension slopes outward from top to bottom toward the outside of the bracket.
[0013] In this design, when liquid flows into the upper surface of the extension, it can flow along the inclined portion of the extension to the upper surface of the base, making it less likely for liquid to accumulate on the upper end of the support or for liquid to leak from the gap between the support and the base.
[0014] Preferably, the recessed portion has a bottom wall at one end in the vertical direction away from the upper end face of the base body. The burner also includes a sealing element, which is disposed in the vertical direction between the bracket and the bottom wall. The upper end face of the sealing element abuts against the lower end face of the bracket, and the lower end face of the sealing element abuts against the upper end face of the bottom wall.
[0015] In this design, a seal is sandwiched between the bottom wall and the bracket, which improves the sealing between the bracket and the recess, preventing liquid from flowing through the gap to the bottom of the base and increasing the difficulty of cleaning.
[0016] Preferably, the bracket is divided into a detachably connected first bracket component and a second bracket component along its circumference. The first bracket component and the second bracket component are respectively provided with a first receiving groove and a second receiving groove on their opposite sides. The first receiving groove and the second receiving groove form a receiving space for accommodating the support rod. The support rod is respectively provided with a first connecting part and a second connecting part on the opposite sides of the first bracket component and the second bracket component. The first connecting part and the second connecting part are connected in cooperation.
[0017] In this design, the support structure consists of two components, facilitating the installation of the support and the support rod. Furthermore, by providing receiving grooves on the support components, the support rod is clamped between the first and second support components, enhancing the stability of the support structure. The inclusion of a first connecting part and a second connecting part allows for quick positioning and connection of the first and second support components.
[0018] Preferably, one of the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion includes a protrusion and the other includes a groove, the protrusion and the groove engaging;
[0019] And / or, the first connecting portion includes a first connecting hole, the second connecting portion includes a second connecting hole, the axes of the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole coincide, and a fastener passes through the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole.
[0020] In this design, protrusions and grooves are used as connecting parts to facilitate quick positioning and installation between the first and second support components, resulting in a simple structure. The first and second support components are connected by fasteners passing through two connecting holes, ensuring a stable connection structure that is not easily deformed during use and improving the reliability of the connection between the two support components.
[0021] Preferably, the outer peripheral surface of the bracket is provided with external threads, the inner wall surface of the recess is provided with internal threads, and the outer peripheral surface of the bracket is threadedly connected to the inner wall surface of the recess.
[0022] Alternatively, the bracket may have a first through hole and a second through hole, and the recess may have a third through hole. The first through hole and the second through hole are located on opposite sides of the bracket, and the axes of the first through hole, the second through hole and the third through hole coincide. Fasteners may be inserted through the first through hole, the third through hole and the second through hole.
[0023] In this design, external and internal threads are respectively provided on the wall surfaces where the bracket and the recessed part contact each other. The threaded connection makes the bracket installation structure on the base more stable, less likely to fall off during use, and the structure is simple. By providing through holes with coincident axes on the opposite sides of the bracket and the recessed part, and using fasteners to pass through the through holes, the bracket and the base are firmly connected.
[0024] Preferably, the lower end of the recess is open, and the lower end of the support rod extends through the recess to below the recess.
[0025] In this design, the lower end of the support rod passes directly through the recess, which avoids the need for an excessively high recess to accommodate the lower end of the support rod, prevents the recess from occupying a large volume of the base space, and avoids affecting the installation and use of other components.
[0026] A stove comprising a burner configured as described above.
[0027] The positive and progressive effects of this utility model are as follows: by setting a recess in the base, a space for placing the bracket is formed. The bracket is set in the recess and connected to the base. The inner bottom surface of the recess in the base is lower than the upper surface of the base by a certain distance. Part of the bracket extends into the recess, so that the upper surface of the bracket connected to the recess is relatively lower than the upper surface directly connected to the base. This reduces the space occupied by the bracket above the base. Thus, without shortening the height of the support rod, the overall space occupied by the temperature control probe assembly above the base can be reduced, and the movement stroke of the probe body is not shortened. Therefore, it is more suitable for burners with flattening requirements and improves the applicability of the temperature control probe assembly. Attached Figure Description
[0028] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of the burner in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first support component in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0030] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the second support component structure in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0031] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the burner in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;
[0032] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first support component in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;
[0033] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first support component in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;
[0034] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the burner in Embodiment 3 of this utility model;
[0035] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first support component in Embodiment 3 of this utility model;
[0036] Figure 9This is a schematic diagram of the second support component structure in Embodiment 3 of this utility model.
[0037] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0038] Temperature control probe assembly 1
[0039] Probe body 11
[0040] Support rod 12
[0041] Bracket 13
[0042] Support body 131
[0043] Extension 132
[0044] First support component 131
[0045] Second support component 1312
[0046] Groove 1313
[0047] 1314 protrusions
[0048] First through hole 1315
[0049] Second through hole 1316
[0050] Fastener 133
[0051] 134 Annular protrusion structure
[0052] Annular groove 135
[0053] First receiving tank 136
[0054] Second receiving tank 137
[0055] Base 2
[0056] Base body 21
[0057] Recess 22
[0058] Bottom wall 221
[0059] Third through hole 23
[0060] Seal 3 Detailed Implementation
[0061] The present invention will be described more clearly and completely below with reference to the accompanying drawings, using a preferred embodiment.
[0062] Example 1
[0063] This embodiment discloses a stove, including a burner, such as... Figures 1-3As shown, the burner includes a base 2 and a temperature control probe assembly 1. The temperature control probe assembly 1 includes a probe body 11, a support rod 12, and a bracket 13. The probe body 11 is movably connected to the upper end of the support rod 12 and can move relative to the support rod 12 along the extension direction of the support rod 12. The base 2 includes a base body 21 and a recess 22. The upper end of the base body 21 is recessed downward to form the recess 22. The upper end of the recess 22 is open. The bracket 13 is accommodated in the recess 22 and connected to the base 2. The lower end of the support rod 12 extends into the recess 22 and is connected to the bracket 13.
[0064] In this embodiment, a recess 22 is provided in the base 2 to form a space for placing the bracket 13. The bracket 13 is placed in the recess 22 and connected to the base 2. The inner bottom surface of the recess 22 is lower than the upper surface of the base 2 by a certain distance. Part of the bracket 13 extends into the recess 22, so that the upper surface of the bracket 13 connected to the recess 22 is relatively lower than that directly connected to the upper surface of the base 2. This reduces the space occupied by the bracket 13 above the base 2. Thus, without shortening the height of the support rod 12, the space occupied by the temperature control probe assembly 1 above the base 2 can be reduced, and the travel of the probe body 11 will not be shortened. This makes it more suitable for burners with flattening requirements and improves the applicability of the temperature control probe assembly 1.
[0065] In this embodiment, the peripheral sidewall of the bracket 13 is fitted against the inner wall of the recess 22 to form a seal with the bracket 13 base body 21. The upper end face of the bracket 13 is located above the upper end face of the base body 21. In this embodiment, the upper end face of the bracket 13 is slightly higher than the upper end face of the base 2, and the relative height between them is less than 1 mm. The fit between the bracket 13 and the recess 22 forms a seal, preventing liquid from leaking from the joint to the bottom of the recess 22 or the bottom of the base 2, facilitating cleaning. Simultaneously, this design prevents the formation of a trough structure above the bracket 13, avoiding overflow accumulation and facilitating overflow cleaning and drainage.
[0066] In other embodiments, the upper surface of the bracket 13 can be flush with the upper surface of the base body 21. The relative height between the bracket 13 and the base 2 is not specifically limited, as long as the upper surface of the bracket 13 is not lower than the lower surface of the base 2.
[0067] In this embodiment, as Figure 1As shown, the recess 22 has a bottom wall 221 at one end in the vertical direction away from the upper end face of the base body 21. The burner also includes a seal 3, which is vertically disposed between the support 13 and the bottom wall 221. The upper end face of the seal 3 abuts against the lower end face of the support 13, and the lower end face of the seal 3 abuts against the upper end face of the bottom wall 221. The seal 3 sandwiched between the bottom wall 221 and the support 13 improves the sealing between the support 13 and the recess 22, preventing liquid from flowing to the bottom of the base 2 through the gap and increasing the difficulty of cleaning. In other embodiments, the recess 22 may not have a bottom wall 221, and the support 13 extends downward with an extension 132. At the same time, the sealing connection is achieved by the outer peripheral wall of the support 13 and the inner sidewall of the recess 22; the position of the seal 3 can also be adjusted in other ways.
[0068] Specifically, in this embodiment, the sealing element 3 is a rubber gasket, which is low in cost, has good sealing performance, and occupies a small volume within the recess 22. In other embodiments, the sealing element 3 can be made of suitable materials or have a suitable structure according to actual needs, as long as it does not affect the sealing performance between the bracket 13 and the bottom wall 221.
[0069] In this embodiment, as Figures 2-3 As shown, the bracket 13 is divided into a detachably connectable first bracket component 1311 and a second bracket component 1312 along its circumference. The first bracket component 1311 and the second bracket component 1312 have a first receiving groove 136 and a second receiving groove 137 on opposite sides, respectively, forming a receiving space for accommodating the support rod 12. The support rod 12 has a first connecting part and a second connecting part on opposite sides of the first bracket component 1311 and the second bracket component 1312, respectively, and the first connecting part and the second connecting part are connected. The bracket 13 is configured with two bracket components, and by providing receiving grooves on the bracket components to clamp the support rod 12 between the first bracket component 1311 and the second bracket component 1312, the support structure becomes more stable. In this embodiment, the first connecting part and the second connecting part allow the first bracket component 1311 and the second bracket component 1312 to be quickly positioned and connected. In other embodiments, the connection method between the bracket 13 and the support rod 12 is not specifically limited. Multiple bracket components can be set to form the bracket 13, as long as the connection between the bracket 13 and the support rod 12 is stable and does not affect the normal use of the temperature control probe assembly 1.
[0070] Furthermore, the first connecting portion is provided with a groove 1313, and the second connecting portion is provided with a protrusion 1314. The protrusion 1314 extends towards the first connecting portion, and the groove 1313 is recessed away from the second connecting portion. The protrusion 1314 and the groove 1313 are matched in size and their positions correspond to each other, facilitating the engagement of the protrusion 1314 and the groove 1313. Using the protrusion 1314 and the groove 1313 as connecting portions facilitates quick positioning and installation between the first support component 1311 and the second support component 1312, achieving connection without the need for other components, resulting in a simple structure.
[0071] In other embodiments, the protrusion 1314 may be provided on the first connecting portion, and the groove 1313 may be provided on the second connecting portion. Alternatively, other structures may be provided for connection, which only serve to position and connect the first support component 1311 and the second support component 1312. For example, corresponding through holes may be provided on the support 13 and the recess 22, and fasteners may be used to fix the two together through the through holes.
[0072] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the lower end of the support rod 12 is provided with an annular protrusion 134, and the inner wall of the receiving groove of the bracket 13 is provided with a corresponding annular groove 135. The annular protrusion 134 is disposed within the annular groove 135, making the connection between the bracket 13 and the support rod 12 more secure. In other embodiments, the support rod 12 and the bracket 13 can also be strengthened through other structures.
[0073] Example 2
[0074] The burner in this embodiment is basically the same as that in Embodiment 1, except that:
[0075] In this embodiment, as Figures 4-6 As shown, the bracket 13 includes a bracket body 131 and an extension 132. The extension 132 is connected to the top of the bracket body 131. The bracket body 131 is located inside the recess 22. The extension 132 is located above the base body 21, and the lower end face of the extension 132 abuts against the upper end face of the base body 21. The projection of the upper end slot of the recess 22 along the vertical direction toward the extension 132 coincides with the extension 132. The extension 132 provides a better spill prevention effect, effectively preventing liquid from leaking through the gap between the bracket 13 and the base 2 to the bottom of the base 2 during use, thus avoiding the inability to clean in time. At the same time, the extension 132 can completely cover the slot of the recess 22, improving the overall spill prevention effect.
[0076] In this embodiment, the outer peripheral surface of the bracket 13 is provided with external threads, and the inner wall surface of the recess 22 is provided with internal threads. The outer peripheral surface of the bracket 13 and the inner wall surface of the recess 22 are threadedly connected. External threads and internal threads are respectively provided on the wall surfaces where the bracket 13 and the recess 22 contact. The threaded connection makes the mounting structure of the bracket 13 on the base 2 more stable, less likely to fall off during use, and the structure is simple. In other embodiments, the bracket 13 and the base 2 can also be connected in other ways, as long as the temperature control probe assembly 1 does not detach from the base 2 during use.
[0077] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, the lower end of the recess 22 is open, and the lower end of the support rod 12 extends through the recess 22 to below it. The lower end of the support rod 12 directly passes through the recess 22, which avoids creating an excessively high recess 22 to accommodate the lower end of the support rod 12, thus preventing the recess 22 from occupying a large volume in the base 2 and affecting the installation and use of other components. In other embodiments, the lower end of the support rod 12 can also directly abut against the bottom surface of the recess 22 to fix the support rod 12, as long as it does not affect its use.
[0078] Example 3
[0079] The burner in this embodiment is basically the same as that in Embodiment 1, except that:
[0080] In this embodiment, as Figures 7-8 As shown, the bracket 13 includes a bracket body 131 and an extension 132. The extension 132 is connected to the top of the bracket body 131. The bracket body 131 is located inside the recess 22. The extension 132 is located above the base body 21, and the lower end face of the extension 132 abuts against the upper end face of the base body 21. The projection of the upper end slot of the recess 22 along the vertical direction toward the extension 132 coincides with the extension 132. The extension 132 provides a better spill prevention effect, effectively preventing liquid from leaking through the gap between the bracket 13 and the base 2 to the bottom of the base 2 during use, thus avoiding the inability to clean in time. At the same time, the extension 132 can completely cover the slot of the recess 22, improving the overall spill prevention effect.
[0081] Furthermore, the peripheral side of the extension 132 slopes outward from top to bottom toward the support 13. When liquid flows into the upper surface of the extension 132, it can flow along the slope of the extension 132 to the upper surface of the base 2, making it less likely for liquid to accumulate on the upper end of the support 13 or for liquid to leak from the gap between the support 13 and the base 2. In other embodiments, the upper end face of the extension 132 can also be entirely arc-shaped or the extension 132 can be designed without slope, as long as the extension 132 is mounted on the surface of the base body 21.
[0082] In this embodiment, as Figures 8-9 As shown, the first connecting part includes a first connecting hole, and the second connecting part includes a second connecting hole. The axes of the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole coincide, and the fastener 133 passes through the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole. The first support component 1311 and the second support component 1312 are connected by the fastener 133 passing through the two connecting holes. The connection structure is stable and not easily deformed during use, improving the reliability of the connection between the two support components. In other embodiments, the first support component 1311 and the second support component 1312 can also be positioned and connected in other ways, as long as misalignment does not occur during the connection process, or the connection between the support 13 and the base 2 or the support rod 12 is not affected.
[0083] Furthermore, the bracket 13 is provided with a first through hole 1315 and a second through hole 1316, and the recess 22 is provided with a third through hole 23. The first through hole 1315 and the second through hole 1316 are located on opposite sides of the bracket 13, and the axes of the first through hole 1315, the second through hole 1316, and the third through hole 23 coincide. The fastener 133 passes through the first through hole 1315, the third through hole 23, and the second through hole 1316. By providing through holes with coincident axes on opposite sides of the bracket 13 and in the recess 22 respectively, and by using the fastener 133 to pass through the through holes, the bracket 13 and the base 2 are securely connected. In other embodiments, the base 2 and the bracket 13 can adopt other connection methods, as long as they do not affect their use.
[0084] In other alternative embodiments, when the bracket 13 is a single unit, the holes on the bracket 13 may not be through holes, but may be configured as groove structures extending into the interior of the bracket 13, and fasteners 133 may be inserted into the groove structure for fixation.
[0085] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown by the device or component during normal use. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Although specific embodiments of this utility model have been described above, those skilled in the art should understand that these are merely illustrative examples, and the scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims. Those skilled in the art can make various changes or modifications to these embodiments without departing from the principles and essence of this utility model, but all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection of this utility model.
Claims
1. A burner, characterized in that, It includes a base and a temperature control probe assembly. The temperature control probe assembly includes a probe body, a support rod, and a bracket. The probe body is movably connected to the upper end of the support rod and can move relative to the support rod along the extension direction of the support rod. The base includes a base body and a recessed portion. The upper end of the base body is recessed downward to form the recessed portion. The upper end of the recessed portion is open. The bracket is at least partially accommodated in the recessed portion and connected to the base. The lower end of the support rod extends into the recessed portion and is connected to the bracket.
2. The burner as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The peripheral sidewall of the bracket fits against the inner wall of the recess, and the upper end face of the bracket is flush with the upper end face of the base body, or the upper end face of the bracket is located above the upper end face of the base body.
3. The burner as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The bracket includes a bracket body and an extension. The extension is connected to the top of the bracket body. The bracket body is located inside the recess. The extension is located above the base body and its lower end face abuts against the upper end face of the base body. The projection of the upper end slot of the recess toward the extension in the vertical direction coincides with the extension.
4. The burner as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The peripheral side of the extension slopes outward from top to bottom toward the outside of the bracket.
5. The burner as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The recessed portion has a bottom wall at one end in the vertical direction away from the upper end face of the base body. The burner also includes a sealing element, which is disposed in the vertical direction between the bracket and the bottom wall. The upper end face of the sealing element abuts against the lower end face of the bracket, and the lower end face of the sealing element abuts against the upper end face of the bottom wall.
6. The burner as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The bracket is divided into a detachable first bracket component and a second bracket component along its circumference. The first bracket component and the second bracket component are respectively provided with a first receiving groove and a second receiving groove on the opposite side. The first receiving groove and the second receiving groove form a receiving space for accommodating the support rod. The first bracket component and the second bracket component of the support rod are respectively provided with a first connecting part and a second connecting part on opposite sides, and the first connecting part and the second connecting part are connected together.
7. The burner as claimed in claim 6, characterized in that, One of the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion includes a protrusion, and the other includes a groove, wherein the protrusion and the groove engage. And / or, the first connecting portion includes a first connecting hole, the second connecting portion includes a second connecting hole, the axes of the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole coincide, and a fastener passes through the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole.
8. The burner as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer peripheral surface of the bracket is provided with external threads, and the inner wall surface of the recess is provided with internal threads. The outer peripheral surface of the bracket is threadedly connected to the inner wall surface of the recess. Alternatively, the bracket may have a first through hole and a second through hole, and the recess may have a third through hole. The first through hole and the second through hole are located on opposite sides of the bracket, and the axes of the first through hole, the second through hole and the third through hole coincide. Fasteners may be inserted through the first through hole, the third through hole and the second through hole.
9. The burner as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end of the recess is open, and the lower end of the support rod extends through the recess to below the recess.
10. A stove, characterized in that, It includes the burner as described in any one of claims 1-9.