Air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device
By designing an air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device, which combines an electric push rod and a rotating nozzle with a temperature detection probe, automated cleaning is achieved, solving the problem of contaminant accumulation on the heat dissipation fins of the air conditioner outdoor unit and improving cleaning efficiency and safety.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANDONG TAISHAN STEEL GROUP
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-05
AI Technical Summary
Dust, catkins, oil, and other pollutants accumulate on the heat dissipation fins of air conditioner outdoor units, leading to a decrease in heat dissipation efficiency. Manual cleaning poses safety hazards and is inefficient.
Design an air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device that uses an electric push rod and a rotating nozzle, combined with a temperature detection probe, to achieve automated cleaning, avoid manual climbing, and enhance cleaning effect and safety.
It achieves automated, safe, and efficient cleaning of air conditioner outdoor units, avoiding the safety hazards of manual cleaning and improving cleaning efficiency and effectiveness.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioning equipment maintenance technology, specifically to an air conditioning outdoor unit cleaning device. Background Technology
[0002] The outdoor unit of an air conditioner is one of the core components of an air conditioning system, mainly used for heat dissipation and refrigerant circulation. Its heat dissipation fins are exposed to the outdoors for a long time, which easily accumulates pollutants such as dust, catkins, and oil stains, leading to reduced heat dissipation efficiency, increased energy consumption, and even affecting the lifespan of the compressor.
[0003] Currently, cleaning air conditioner outdoor units mainly relies on manual methods. Since these units are typically installed on high-rise exterior walls or in confined spaces, manual cleaning requires climbing or using ladders, which poses a significant risk of falls and electric shock. Furthermore, manual cleaning often relies on tools like spray bottles and brushes, resulting in incomplete cleaning and time-consuming processes, especially when cleaning multiple units simultaneously. Therefore, there is an urgent need for an automated, safe, and efficient air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device to address these issues. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic cleaning device for air conditioner outdoor units, which achieves automated cleaning through temperature detection or manual control, thereby improving safety and efficiency.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a cleaning device for an air conditioner outdoor unit, comprising a mounting plate, a sliding guide rail, a sliding plate, multiple nozzles, and a controller; the sliding guide rail is fixed on the mounting plate, and the sliding plate is slidably connected to the sliding guide rail; a dust cover is provided at one end of the mounting plate on the sliding guide rail, and the dust cover wraps around the outside of the sliding plate, and the controller is located on the side of the dust cover away from the sliding guide rail; the multiple nozzles are fixed by a rotating shaft, and one end of the rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the sliding plate, and the other end is connected to a gear box; the controller is electrically connected to a temperature detection probe at the air conditioner outdoor unit.
[0006] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the length of the sliding guide rail is greater than or equal to the combined width of the two outdoor air conditioning units.
[0007] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, an electric push rod is provided parallel to the top of the sliding guide rail. The extended end of the electric push rod is fixedly connected to the upper part of the sliding plate, and the extension length of the electric push rod is equal to 1 / 2 the length of the sliding guide rail. The electric push rod is electrically connected to the controller.
[0008] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the dust cover is provided with a dust curtain on one side of the sliding guide rail, and the bottom of the dust cover is provided with multiple drainage holes.
[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the nozzles are equidistantly arranged on the rotating shaft, and the nozzles on two adjacent rotating shafts are staggered.
[0010] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the gear box is provided with a gear set that makes multiple rotating shafts rotate in the same direction. The rotating shafts and gear sets are connected and fixed on one side of the gear box through a connecting hole. A drive motor is provided on the top side of the gear box, and the drive motor is electrically connected to the controller.
[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the controller includes an MCU controller, a temperature detection module, a communication module, a power supply module, and a status feedback module.
[0012] The advantages of this utility model compared with the prior art are as follows:
[0013] 1. This air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device can automatically perform high-pressure rinsing on the surface of the air conditioner outdoor unit fins through electric push rods and rotating nozzles. The staggered nozzle design enhances the cleaning effect, provides a wider cleaning coverage, eliminates the need for manual climbing, avoids safety hazards, and improves cleaning efficiency.
[0014] 2. This air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device can automatically start when the temperature is high to assist in cooling, and can also be manually controlled to adapt to different usage scenarios;
[0015] 3. This air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device has a dust cover, which allows the sliding plate and nozzle to be stored when not in use, thereby extending their service life. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 The present invention relates to the structure of an air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device. Figure 1 .
[0017] Figure 2 The present invention relates to the structure of an air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device. Figure 2 .
[0018] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the sliding plate of an air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device according to the present invention.
[0019] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the gearbox structure of an air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device according to this utility model.
[0020] As shown in the figure:
[0021] 1. Mounting plate; 2. Sliding guide rail; 3. Sliding plate; 4. Nozzle; 5. Controller; 6. Dust cover; 7. Rotating shaft; 8. Gear box; 9. Temperature detection probe; 10. Electric push rod; 11. Dust curtain; 12. Drain hole; 13. Gear set; 14. Connection socket; 15. Drive motor. Detailed Implementation
[0022] 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.
[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," and "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within 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.
[0024] Example 1:
[0025] As per the instruction manual Figure 1-2 As shown, an air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device includes a mounting plate 1, a sliding guide rail 2, a sliding plate 3, multiple nozzles 4, and a controller 5.
[0026] In this utility model, the sliding guide rail 2 is fixed on the mounting plate 1, and the sliding plate 3 is slidably connected to the sliding guide rail 2. The length of the sliding guide rail 2 is greater than or equal to the combined width of two air conditioner outdoor units. An electric push rod 10 is provided parallel to the top of the sliding guide rail 2. The extended end of the electric push rod 10 is fixedly connected to the top of the sliding plate 3, and the extension length of the electric push rod 10 is equal to 1 / 2 the length of the sliding guide rail 2. The electric push rod 10 is electrically connected to the controller 5, and the controller 5 controls the electric push rod 10.
[0027] In this utility model, the mounting plate 1 is provided with a dust cover 6 at one end of the sliding guide rail 2, and the dust cover 6 is wrapped around the outside of the sliding plate 3. The dust cover 6 is provided with a dust curtain 11 on one side of the sliding guide rail 2, and the bottom of the dust cover 6 is provided with multiple drainage holes 12. The water dripping from the nozzle 4 after use can be discharged from the multiple drainage holes 12.
[0028] In this utility model, the controller 5 is located on the side of the dust cover 6 away from the sliding guide rail 2. The controller 5 is electrically connected to the temperature detection probe 9 at the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. The controller 5 includes an MCU controller 5, a temperature detection module, a communication module, a power supply module, and a status feedback module, which are used to achieve the purposes of temperature detection, automatic control, wireless control, wired control, power supply, and status feedback. The communication module includes both wired and wireless communication. The power supply module is connected to the mains power. The status feedback module consists of multiple status indicator lights.
[0029] As per the instruction manual Figure 3-4 As shown, multiple nozzles 4 are fixed by a rotating shaft 7, and one end of the rotating shaft 7 is rotatably connected to a sliding plate 3. The nozzles 4 are equidistantly arranged on the rotating shaft 7, and the nozzles 4 on adjacent rotating shafts 7 are staggered. The other end is connected to a gear box 8. The gear box 8 is equipped with a gear set 13 that makes the multiple rotating shafts 7 rotate in the same direction. The rotating shaft 7 and the gear set 13 are connected and fixed on one side of the gear box 8 through a connecting hole 14. A drive motor 15 is provided on the top side of the gear box 8. The drive motor 15 is electrically connected to the controller 5. The operation of the drive motor 15 is controlled by the control box, thereby adjusting the rotation of the multiple nozzles 4. At the same time, the control box is connected to an external device that supplies water to the nozzles 4, so as to facilitate the adjustment of water pressure and water volume.
[0030] In the specific implementation of this utility model, the mounting plate 1 is fixed on one side of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner, ensuring that the sliding guide rail 2 is parallel to the heat dissipation surface of the outdoor unit, and that the nozzle 4 faces the fins of the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. The temperature detection probe 9 is installed on the heat dissipation fins of the outdoor unit to monitor the temperature in real time and transmit it to the controller 5.
[0031] Automatic cleaning: When the temperature is ≥65℃, the controller 5 starts the electric push rod 10 to push the sliding plate 3 to move. At the same time, the drive motor 15 drives the gear box 8 to rotate the nozzle 4 to spray water to clean the gaps of the fins. After cleaning, the sliding plate 3 retracts into the dust cover 6 to avoid long-term exposure and damage.
[0032] Manual control: The user sends commands via an indoor panel or wireless signal, and the controller 5 executes the same cleaning process.
[0033] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above. This description is not restrictive, and the specific embodiments shown are only one of the embodiments of the present invention. The actual structure is not limited to this. In short, if a person skilled in the art is inspired by this description and designs a similar structure and embodiment without departing from the inventive spirit of the present invention, such design should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. An air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device, characterized in that: It includes a mounting plate (1), a sliding guide rail (2), a sliding plate (3), multiple nozzles (4), and a controller (5); The sliding guide rail (2) is fixed on the mounting plate (1), and the sliding plate (3) is slidably connected to the sliding guide rail (2); The mounting plate (1) is provided with a dust cover (6) at one end of the sliding guide rail (2), and the dust cover (6) is wrapped around the outside of the sliding plate (3). The controller (5) is located on the side of the dust cover (6) away from the sliding guide rail (2). Multiple nozzles (4) are fixed by a rotating shaft (7), and one end of the rotating shaft (7) is rotatably connected to the sliding plate (3), and the other end is connected to a gear box (8); The controller (5) is located at the outdoor unit of the air conditioner and is electrically connected to a temperature detection probe (9).
2. The air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The length of the sliding guide rail (2) is greater than or equal to the combined width of the two outdoor air conditioning units.
3. The air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: An electric push rod (10) is provided parallel to the top of the sliding guide rail (2). The upper part of the extended end of the electric push rod (10) is fixedly connected to the sliding plate (3), and the extension length of the electric push rod (10) is equal to 1 / 2 the length of the sliding guide rail (2). The electric push rod (10) is electrically connected to the controller (5).
4. The air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The dust cover (6) is provided with a dust curtain (11) on one side of the sliding guide rail (2), and the bottom of the dust cover (6) is provided with multiple drainage holes (12).
5. The air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The nozzles (4) are equidistantly arranged on the rotating shaft (7), and the nozzles (4) on two adjacent rotating shafts (7) are staggered.
6. The air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gearbox (8) is equipped with gear sets (13) that make multiple rotating shafts (7) rotate in the same direction. The rotating shafts (7) and gear sets (13) are connected and fixed on one side of the gearbox (8) through connecting holes (14). A drive motor (15) is provided on the top side of the gearbox (8), and the drive motor (15) is electrically connected to the controller (5).
7. The air conditioner outdoor unit cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The controller (5) includes an MCU controller (5), a temperature detection module, a communication module, a power supply module, and a status feedback module.