A water tank mounting structure for a refrigerator water dispenser

Abstract

This utility model relates to the technical field of water tank installation and fixing for refrigerator water dispensers. It proposes a water tank installation structure for a refrigerator water dispenser, including a fixing component for fixing the water tank and assembling it with the refrigerator's inner liner. The fixing component has a receiving cavity for accommodating the water tank. The water tank is positioned and installed in the receiving cavity of the fixing component. The fixing component and the water tank form a modular installation unit, which is fixedly connected to the inside of the refrigerator's inner liner to achieve the installation and fixing of the water tank on the refrigerator. By forming a modular installation unit fixed to the refrigerator's inner liner with the fixing component, the installation and fixing of the water tank on the refrigerator is achieved. The receiving cavity on the fixing component provides precise installation space for the water tank, eliminating the need for additional supports to fix the water tank during assembly, significantly simplifying the assembly process.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of water tank installation and fixing for refrigerator water dispensers, and specifically to a water tank installation structure for refrigerator water dispensers. Background Technology

[0002] With the improvement of living standards, refrigerators have become an indispensable household appliance in modern families. Their core function is to refrigerate and preserve food, extending its storage time. In recent years, consumers' functional demands for refrigerators have become increasingly diversified. In addition to basic refrigeration and preservation, they also hope to integrate more convenient functions, such as ice making and water dispensing. Therefore, many mid-to-high-end refrigerator products have begun to incorporate water dispenser modules, allowing users to directly obtain cold or warm water from the refrigerator, improving ease of use.

[0003] However, when installing a water dispenser tank in a frost-free refrigerator, the following problems are usually encountered:

[0004] Assembly difficulties: Due to the complex internal structure of air-cooled refrigerators, components such as evaporators and air ducts occupy a lot of space, limiting the installation location of the water tank. Traditional water tanks are usually installed independently, requiring additional fixing brackets or screw connections, making the assembly process cumbersome and affecting production efficiency.

[0005] Large space occupation: The water tank of a common refrigerator water dispenser is usually located in the middle of the refrigerator door, which increases the thickness of the door. Utility Model Content

[0006] This invention proposes a water tank installation structure for a refrigerator water dispenser. A modular installation unit, consisting of a fixing component and a water tank, is formed and fixed to the inner liner of the refrigerator, achieving the installation and fixation of the water tank on the refrigerator. The receiving cavity on the fixing component provides precise installation space for the water tank, eliminating the need for additional brackets to secure the water tank during assembly, significantly simplifying the assembly process. This design integrates the water tank and fixing component inside the inner liner of the refrigerator, avoiding the traditional method of fixing the water tank to the door. This simplifies the internal space of the refrigerator door, reduces the need for excessive door thickness, and maximizes the utilization of the refrigerator's internal volume. The modular installation unit structure allows for pre-assembly of the water tank and fixing component, improving assembly efficiency on the production line.

[0007] A water tank installation structure for a refrigerator water dispenser designed for this purpose includes a fixing component for fixing the water tank and assembling it with the refrigerator refrigeration liner.

[0008] The fixing component is provided with a receiving cavity for accommodating the installed water tank;

[0009] The water tank is positioned and installed on the receiving cavity of the fixing component. The fixing component and the water tank form a modular installation unit. The modular installation unit is fixedly connected to the inside of the refrigerator's inner liner to realize the installation and fixation of the water tank on the refrigerator.

[0010] The receiving cavity is located at the lower part of the fixing component. The inner side of the fixing component is provided with a refrigeration air duct for connecting to the refrigerator's inner liner. The air inlet of the refrigeration air duct is located above the receiving cavity, so that the water tank fixing structure and the refrigeration air duct structure are integrated and installed on the same modular installation unit.

[0011] The fixing component includes a water tank cover plate, and the receiving cavity includes a limiting groove cavity provided on the water tank cover plate. The water tank is installed and fixed on the limiting groove cavity of the water tank cover plate.

[0012] The limiting groove cavity is provided with a limiting block that acts on the outside of the water tank. The limiting block is provided with an open limiting groove that is adapted to the outer side of the water tank, and the open end of the open limiting groove faces the inside of the limiting groove cavity.

[0013] The limiting blocks are provided in a plurality of manner, and the plurality of limiting blocks are arranged at intervals along the length of the water tank on the limiting groove cavity of the water tank cover. The upper end and / or lower end of the limiting block extends laterally from the inner sidewall of the limiting groove cavity toward the inner side of the limiting groove cavity, and the water tank is limited between the upper end of the limiting block and the bottom wall of the limiting groove cavity; or, the water tank is limited between the upper end and the lower end of the limiting block.

[0014] The limiting groove is provided with a connector that is fixedly connected to the water tank. The water tank is connected to the connector to achieve a fixed connection between the water tank cover and the water tank.

[0015] The water tank is provided with a connecting block that detachably connects with the connecting parts, so that the water tank can be detachably installed on the limiting groove of the water tank cover plate.

[0016] The water tank cover is equipped with a fixing block that is fixed to the inside of the refrigerator's refrigeration liner.

[0017] The fixing component includes a refrigerated air duct cover plate for forming a refrigerated air duct, a water tank cover plate is installed at the lower position of the refrigerated air duct cover plate, and a positioning connection part and / or a snap-fit ​​connection part are provided between the refrigerated air duct cover plate and the water tank cover plate. The water tank cover plate is positioned and assembled with the refrigerated air duct cover plate through the positioning connection part.

[0018] The water tank cover is fastened to the refrigeration air duct cover via a snap-fit ​​connection.

[0019] The positioning connection part includes a positioning groove provided on the refrigerated air duct cover plate and a positioning frame edge provided on the water tank cover plate;

[0020] The snap-fit ​​connection includes a first snap-fit ​​provided on the refrigerated air duct cover plate and a snap-fit ​​hole provided on the water tank cover plate;

[0021] The refrigerated air duct cover is assembled with the water tank cover, the edges of the positioning frame are inserted into the positioning groove, and the first buckle is fastened to the buckle hole.

[0022] The refrigeration air duct cover is provided with a second buckle that is fastened to the inner liner of the refrigerator.

[0023] The beneficial technical effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0024] By using a modular installation unit consisting of a fixing component and a water tank, the water tank can be installed and secured to the refrigerator's inner liner, achieving efficient installation and fixation. The receiving cavity on the fixing component provides precise installation space for the water tank, eliminating the need for additional brackets during assembly and significantly simplifying the assembly process. This design integrates the water tank and fixing component inside the refrigerator's inner liner, avoiding the traditional method of fixing the water tank to the door. This simplifies the internal space of the refrigerator door, reducing the need for excessive door thickness and maximizing the utilization of the refrigerator's internal volume. The modular installation unit structure allows for pre-assembly of the water tank and fixing component, improving assembly efficiency on the production line. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the refrigerator liner according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the assembly of the fixing component and the water tank according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional cross-sectional assembly structure between the fixing component, the water tank, and the refrigerator liner of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of section B in the middle.

[0030] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the assembly between the water tank and the water tank cover plate according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram showing the assembly and disassembly of the fixing components, water tank, and refrigerator liner of one embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 8 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of point C in the middle. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present application more apparent and understandable, many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar improvements without departing from the spirit of the present application. Therefore, the present application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0034] See Figures 1-8 A water tank installation structure for a refrigerator water dispenser includes a fixing component 1 for fixing the water tank 2 and assembling it with the refrigerator refrigeration liner 3;

[0035] The fixing component 1 is provided with a receiving cavity 4 for accommodating the water tank 2;

[0036] The water tank 2 is positioned and installed on the receiving cavity 4 of the fixing component 1. The fixing component 1 and the water tank 2 form a modular installation unit. The modular installation unit is fixedly connected to the inside of the refrigerator refrigeration liner 3 to realize the installation and fixation of the water tank 2 on the refrigerator.

[0037] The water tank 2, along with the fixing component 1, forms a modular installation unit that is fixed to the refrigerator's inner liner 3, thus achieving the installation and fixation of the water tank 2 on the refrigerator. The receiving cavity 4 on the fixing component 1 provides precise installation space for the water tank 2, eliminating the need for additional brackets to secure the water tank 2 during assembly, significantly simplifying the assembly process. This design integrates the water tank 2 and the fixing component 1, installing them inside the refrigerator's inner liner, avoiding the traditional method of fixing the water tank to the door. This simplifies the internal space of the refrigerator door, reduces the need for excessive door thickness, and maximizes the utilization of the refrigerator's internal volume. The modular installation unit structure allows for pre-assembly of the water tank 2 and the fixing component 1, improving assembly efficiency on the production line.

[0038] The receiving cavity 4 is located at the lower part of the fixing component 1. The inner side of the fixing component 1 is provided with a refrigeration air duct 16 for connecting to the refrigerator's inner liner 3. The air inlet of the refrigeration air duct 16 is located above the receiving cavity 4, so that the water tank fixing structure and the refrigeration air duct structure are integrated and installed on the same modular installation unit. The integrated design of the refrigeration air duct 16 and the water tank fixing structure further optimizes the space utilization.

[0039] By placing the receiving cavity 4 below the fixing assembly 1 and positioning the air inlet of the refrigeration air duct 16 above the receiving cavity 4, this structure achieves functional integration of the water tank fixing and the refrigeration air duct 16. The layout of the refrigeration air duct 16 avoids the installation area of ​​the water tank 2, ensuring unobstructed cold air circulation while maintaining temperature uniformity in the refrigerator compartment. The modular design allows the air duct and water tank 2 to share the same mounting unit, reducing the number of parts and lowering assembly complexity. This structure avoids the space occupation of traditional independent air ducts, making the internal layout of the refrigerator more compact, especially suitable for space-constrained frost-free refrigerators. The integrated design also reduces the risk of assembly errors and improves product reliability.

[0040] The fixing component 1 includes a water tank cover plate 5, and the receiving cavity 4 includes a limiting groove cavity 6 provided on the water tank cover plate 5. The water tank 2 is installed and fixed on the limiting groove cavity 6 of the water tank cover plate 5.

[0041] The limiting groove 6 on the water tank cover 5 provides a stable mounting base for the water tank 2. Precise positioning is achieved by matching the contour of the limiting groove 6 with the shape of the water tank 2. The integrated design of the limiting groove 6 simplifies the assembly process. During installation, the water tank 2 only needs to be pushed in along the groove to complete the initial fixation. After installation, the water tank 2 is also prevented from moving around in the fixing component 1.

[0042] The limiting groove 6 is provided with a limiting block 7 that acts on the outside of the water tank 2. The limiting block 7 is provided with an open limiting groove that is adapted to the outer side of the water tank 2, and the opening end of the open limiting groove faces the inside of the limiting groove 6.

[0043] The open limiting groove on the limiting block 7 provides multi-directional constraint by partially enclosing the outside of the water tank 2, preventing the water tank 2 from shaking or shifting after installation. The orientation design of the open limiting groove facilitates the sliding of the water tank 2 into the limiting groove cavity 6, making the operation intuitive. The fitting shape of the limiting block 7 with the side of the water tank 2 increases the contact area and disperses vibration stress.

[0044] The limiting blocks 7 are provided in a plurality of manner, and the plurality of limiting blocks 7 are arranged at intervals along the length of the water tank 2 on the limiting groove 6 of the water tank cover plate 5. The upper end and / or lower end of the limiting block 7 extends laterally from the inner sidewall of the limiting groove 6 toward the inner side of the limiting groove 6, and the water tank 2 is limited between the upper end of the limiting block 7 and the inner bottom wall of the limiting groove 6; or, the water tank 2 is limited between the upper end and the lower end of the limiting block 7.

[0045] Multiple spaced limiting blocks 7 form a distributed support structure, evenly distributing the load along the length of the water tank 2, preventing deformation in the middle of the long water tank 2. At the same time, the spaced limiting blocks 7 increase the deformation resistance of the water tank cover 5. The lateral extension design of the limiting blocks 7 clamps the water tank 2 at its upper and lower end faces, achieving vertical limiting and preventing the water tank 2 from falling out.

[0046] The limiting groove 6 is provided with a connector 8 that is fixedly connected to the water tank 2. The water tank 2 is connected to the connector 8 to achieve a fixed connection between the water tank cover 5 and the water tank 2.

[0047] The direct fixing of connector 8 to water tank 2 achieves a rigid connection between water tank cover 5 and water tank 2, eliminating the risk of relative displacement between them. This design is suitable for the installation of large-capacity water tanks 2, and enhances the overall structural strength through mechanical connection.

[0048] The water tank 2 is provided with a connecting block 9 that is detachably connected to the connecting piece 8, so that the water tank 2 can be detachably installed on the limiting groove 6 of the water tank cover plate 5.

[0049] In this embodiment, both the connecting block 9 and the connector 8 are provided with screw holes for inserting screws. The detachable connection between the connecting block 9 and the connector 8 allows the water tank 2 to be maintained independently of the fixed component 1 without disassembling the entire modular unit. The quick-release design is particularly suitable for the water tank 2, which requires regular cleaning, allowing users to easily remove the water tank 2 to clean scale.

[0050] The water tank cover 5 is provided with a fixing block 12 that is fixed to the inside of the refrigerator liner 3.

[0051] In this embodiment, the fixing block 12 is provided with screw holes for inserting screws, and the bottom of the water tank cover 5 is fixed to the inner side of the refrigerator liner 3 by screws.

[0052] The fixing component 1 includes a refrigerated air duct cover plate 10 for forming a refrigerated air duct, and a water tank cover plate 5 is installed at the lower position of the refrigerated air duct cover plate 10. A positioning connection part 13 and / or a snap-fit ​​connection part 14 are provided between the refrigerated air duct cover plate 10 and the water tank cover plate 5. The water tank cover plate 5 is positioned and assembled with the refrigerated air duct cover plate 10 through the positioning connection part 13.

[0053] The water tank cover 5 is fastened to the refrigerated air duct cover 10 via a snap-fit ​​connection part 14.

[0054] The refrigerated air duct cover 10 and the water tank cover 5 are precisely aligned and secured to each other via the cooperation of the positioning connection part 13 and the snap-fit ​​connection part 14. The insertion of the positioning groove 11 into the edge 15 of the positioning frame ensures the relative positional accuracy of the two covers, avoiding deviations caused by manual assembly. The engagement of the first snap-fit ​​17 with the snap-fit ​​hole 18 provides a reliable mechanical connection, allowing assembly to be completed without tools.

[0055] The positioning connection part 13 includes a positioning groove 11 provided on the refrigerated air duct cover plate 10, and a positioning frame edge 15 provided on the water tank cover plate 5;

[0056] The buckle connection part 14 includes a first buckle 17 provided on the refrigerated air duct cover plate 10, and a buckle hole 18 provided on the water tank cover plate 5.

[0057] The refrigerated air duct cover 10 is assembled with the water tank cover 5, the edge 15 of the positioning frame is inserted into the positioning groove 11, and the first buckle 17 is fastened to the buckle hole 18.

[0058] The refrigeration duct cover 10 is provided with a second buckle 19 that is fastened to the refrigerator refrigeration liner 3.

[0059] The refrigerated air duct cover 10 and the water tank cover 5 are precisely aligned and secured to each other via the cooperation of the positioning connection part 13 and the snap-fit ​​connection part 14. The insertion of the positioning groove 11 into the edge 15 of the positioning frame ensures the relative positional accuracy of the two covers, avoiding deviations caused by manual assembly. The engagement of the first snap-fit ​​17 with the snap-fit ​​hole 18 provides a reliable mechanical connection, allowing assembly to be completed without tools.

[0060] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model shall be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A water tank installation structure for a refrigerator water dispenser, characterized in that: Includes a fixing component (1) for fixing the water tank (2) and assembling it with the refrigerator liner (3); The fixing component (1) is provided with a receiving cavity (4) for accommodating the water tank (2) to be installed. The water tank (2) is positioned and installed on the receiving cavity (4) of the fixing component (1). The fixing component (1) and the water tank (2) form a modular installation unit. The modular installation unit is fixedly connected to the inner side of the refrigerator refrigeration liner (3) to realize the installation and fixation of the water tank (2) on the refrigerator.

2. The water tank installation structure of the water dispenser according to claim 1, characterized in that: The receiving cavity (4) is located at the lower part of the fixing component (1). The inner side of the fixing component (1) is provided with a refrigeration air duct (16) for connecting the refrigerator refrigeration liner (3). The air inlet end of the refrigeration air duct (16) is located above the receiving cavity (4) so ​​that the water tank fixing structure and the refrigeration air duct structure are integrated on the same modular installation unit.

3. The water tank installation structure of the water dispenser according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing component (1) includes a water tank cover plate (5), and the receiving cavity (4) includes a limiting groove cavity (6) provided on the water tank cover plate (5). The water tank (2) is installed and fixed on the limiting groove cavity (6) of the water tank cover plate (5).

4. The water tank installation structure of the water dispenser according to claim 3, characterized in that: The limiting groove cavity (6) is provided with a limiting block (7) acting on the outside of the water tank (2). The limiting block (7) is provided with an open limiting groove that is adapted to the outer side of the water tank (2). The opening end of the open limiting groove faces the inside of the limiting groove cavity (6).

5. The water tank installation structure of the water dispenser according to claim 4, characterized in that: The limiting block (7) is provided in several parts. The limiting blocks (7) are arranged at intervals along the length of the water tank (2) on the limiting groove (6) of the water tank cover plate (5). The upper end and / or lower end of the limiting block (7) extends laterally from the inner wall of the limiting groove (6) toward the inner side of the limiting groove (6). The water tank (2) is limited between the upper end of the limiting block (7) and the inner bottom wall of the limiting groove (6); or, the water tank (2) is limited between the upper end and the lower end of the limiting block (7).

6. The water tank installation structure of the water dispenser according to claim 3, characterized in that: The limiting groove (6) is provided with a connector (8) that is fixedly connected to the water tank (2). The water tank (2) is connected to the connector (8) to achieve a fixed connection between the water tank cover (5) and the water tank (2).

7. The water tank installation structure of the water dispenser according to claim 6, characterized in that: The water tank (2) is provided with a connecting block (9) that is detachably connected to the connecting piece (8) so that the water tank (2) can be detachably installed on the limiting groove (6) of the water tank cover plate (5).

8. The water tank installation structure of the water dispenser according to claim 3, characterized in that: The water tank cover (5) is provided with a fixing block (12) fixed on the inside of the refrigerator refrigeration liner (3).

9. The water tank installation structure of the water dispenser according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fixing component (1) includes a refrigerated air duct cover plate (10) for forming a refrigerated air duct, and a water tank cover plate (5) is installed at the lower part of the refrigerated air duct cover plate (10). A positioning connection part (13) and / or a snap-fit ​​connection part (14) are provided between the refrigerated air duct cover plate (10) and the water tank cover plate (5). The water tank cover plate (5) is positioned and assembled with the refrigerated air duct cover plate (10) through the positioning connection part (13). The water tank cover (5) is fastened to the refrigerated air duct cover (10) by a snap-fit ​​connection (14).

10. The water tank installation structure of the water dispenser according to claim 8, characterized in that: The positioning connection part (13) includes a positioning groove (11) provided on the cold air duct cover plate (10) and a positioning frame edge (15) provided on the water tank cover plate (5). The buckle connection part (14) includes a first buckle (17) provided on the refrigerated air duct cover plate (10) and a buckle hole (18) provided on the water tank cover plate (5). The refrigerated air duct cover (10) is assembled with the water tank cover (5), the edge (15) of the positioning frame is inserted into the positioning groove (11), and the first buckle (17) is fastened to the buckle hole (18). The refrigeration duct cover (10) is provided with a second buckle (19) that is fastened to the refrigerator refrigeration liner (3).

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