Stacked mounting assembly for a laundry treatment apparatus and laundry treatment apparatus

Abstract

The application discloses a stacked mounting assembly for a clothes processing device, comprising a foot receiving structure adapted to be held on the top of the first clothes processing device, the foot receiving structure having a foot receiving space and a slot through the foot receiving space, the foot receiving structure being configured to allow the foot seat of the second clothes processing device to be connected with the corresponding foot to pass through the slot by sliding translation of the second clothes processing device to be stacked, so that the foot enters and is received in the corresponding foot receiving space. The application also discloses a clothes processing device comprising the stacked mounting assembly. According to certain exemplary embodiments of the application, the clothes processing device and the stacked mounting assembly thereof are simple in structure, convenient to operate, safe and reliable, and good in visual appearance.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] This application relates to the field of household appliances, and more specifically to a stacked mounting assembly for a garment processing device and a garment processing device having a stacked garment processing apparatus and the stacked mounting assembly. [Background Technology]

[0002] With the improvement of living standards, people's demand for dryers is increasing. However, placing a dryer next to a washing machine would take up limited living space. Therefore, to reduce floor space and make full use of space, a dryer-washer set, where the dryer is stacked on top of the washing machine, has become the best choice for users. Obviously, if the dryer is directly stacked on top of the washing machine, the two are prone to vibration and noise during operation, and relative displacement or even the dryer falling and being damaged is likely, resulting in poor stability. Some existing technologies use a connecting device to fix the dryer to the washing machine. However, these connecting devices are either complex in structure and inconvenient to install, not compact enough, not safe and reliable enough, or have large installation deviations, large stacking gaps, and affect the appearance. Therefore, providing a connection method that is simple in structure, convenient to operate, safe and reliable, and has a good visual appearance is the key technical point for dryer stacking on washing machines, and existing technologies still have significant room for improvement in this area. [Utility Model Content]

[0003] In order to overcome one of the above-mentioned disadvantages and / or other possible disadvantages in the prior art not mentioned herein, the purpose of this application is to provide an improved garment processing device and its stacking assembly.

[0004] According to a first aspect of this application, a stacking mounting assembly for a garment processing device is provided, the garment processing device including a first garment processing device and a second garment processing device stacked on top of the first garment processing device and having the same orientation as the first garment processing device, the stacking mounting assembly including a foot storage structure adapted to be held on top of the first garment processing device, the foot storage structure having a foot storage space and a slot communicating with the foot storage space, and configured to allow the foot of the second garment processing device connected to a corresponding foot to pass through the slot by sliding translation of the second garment processing device to be stacked, so that the foot enters and is stored in the corresponding foot storage space.

[0005] An alternative implementation includes configuring the feet to enter the foot storage space when fully retracted into the foot base.

[0006] An optional implementation further includes that the base is fixed on the second garment processing device, and the base and the slot cooperate to limit the second garment processing device in a lateral direction that is transverse to the direction of sliding translation.

[0007] An optional implementation further includes, in the state where the feet are stored in the corresponding feet storage space, the base of the second clothing handling device and the feet storage structure at least partially overlap in the stacking direction to form an overlapping area, and the overlapping area is offset in a plane perpendicular to the stacking direction during sliding translation.

[0008] An optional implementation further includes a base fixed to the base, wherein, in the stacking direction, the bottom surface of the base is higher than the lowest point of the base.

[0009] An optional implementation further includes that the forward direction of the sliding translation is from the first front shell of the first garment processing device, which has a first door, toward the rear shell opposite to the first front shell, and that a maintenance door is provided at the lower part of the second front shell of the second garment processing device, and that the maintenance door is connected to the maintenance door mounting part of the second garment processing device.

[0010] An optional implementation further includes a maintenance door forming a front shield adapted to cover at least a majority of the stacking gap between the first and second garment handling devices from the front.

[0011] An optional embodiment further includes a precision positioning structure in the forward direction of the sliding translation, the precision positioning structure at least in the forward direction of the sliding translation limiting the second garment handling device.

[0012] An optional implementation also includes a locking component, configured to lock the second garment processing device onto the first garment processing device after the corresponding foot of the second garment processing device is stored in the corresponding foot storage space.

[0013] An optional implementation also includes the precise positioning structure simultaneously constituting the locking component.

[0014] An optional implementation further includes a precision positioning structure comprising a first positioning member fixedly disposed on the second garment handling device and a second positioning member fixedly disposed on the foot storage structure, wherein the first positioning member and the second positioning member cooperate to define the position of the second garment handling device relative to the first garment handling device in the forward direction of the sliding translation.

[0015] An optional implementation further includes a locking component comprising a locking member and a locking member connecting portion, the locking member connecting portion being disposed on the foot storage structure and located outside the foot storage space, the locking member being configured to be installed on the locking member connecting portion to provide a position locking effect on the foot.

[0016] An optional implementation further includes a first positioning member being a flange or bend provided on the maintenance door mounting portion, and a second positioning member being a stop surface provided on the locking member connecting portion. When the second garment handling device is pushed in along the forward direction of the sliding translation direction, the flange / bend and the stop surface constitute the precision positioning structure.

[0017] An optional implementation further includes a foot storage structure comprising two side walls and a top wall connected to the two side walls, the two side walls and the top wall defining the foot storage space and the track space for the sliding translation, the slot being formed on the top wall.

[0018] Where technical conditions permit, the above embodiments can be combined in various arbitrary ways.

[0019] According to a second aspect of this application, a garment processing apparatus is provided, comprising: a first garment processing device for performing a first processing on garments; a second garment processing device for performing a second processing on garments, the second garment processing device being stacked on top of the first garment processing device; and a stacking mounting assembly of any of the above embodiments.

[0020] According to certain exemplary embodiments of this application, the base storage structure and locking component have a simple and compact structure, making them easy for installers to carry and install; the cooperation between the base storage structure and the locking component is also simple, convenient, stable, and secure, making the stacking operation of the garment processing equipment simple, convenient, safe, and reliable; the second garment processing device and the first garment processing device are precisely positioned with less installation deviation; and the stacked first and second garment processing devices appear virtually seamless, resulting in a neat and consistent visual effect; gap concealment on the front surface is achieved without adding any individual parts, achieving a better visual effect with a simple structure; at the same time, the stacking gap between the second and first garment processing devices is small, allowing for compatibility with different combination installation methods and the sale of individual machines.

[0021] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, illustrates some specific embodiments of this application. [Attached Image Description]

[0022] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, illustrates some specific embodiments of this application to provide a better understanding of the principles, features, and advantages of this application. The drawings include:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a garment processing device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0024] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Partial diagram of the explosion;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connection portion between the first and second garment processing devices of the garment processing apparatus according to an embodiment of this application, wherein the front baffle 51 is removed;

[0026] Figure 4 for Figure 3 An enlarged schematic diagram of region A in the diagram;

[0027] Figure 5 for Figure 3 An enlarged schematic diagram of region B in the image;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a partially exploded view of the connection portion between the first and second garment processing devices in an embodiment of the garment processing apparatus of this application.

[0029] Figure 7 for Figure 6 An enlarged schematic diagram of region C in the diagram;

[0030] Figure 8 for Figure 6 An enlarged schematic diagram of region D in the diagram;

[0031] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the base storage structure and frame of the clothing processing device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0032] Figure 10 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the connection portion between the first and second garment processing devices in an embodiment of the garment processing apparatus of this application.

[0033] Figure 11 This is a partial cross-sectional view from another angle of the connection portion between the first and second garment processing devices of the garment processing apparatus according to an embodiment of this application.

[0034] Figure 12 This is a partially exploded view of the connection portion between the first and second garment processing devices of a garment processing apparatus according to another embodiment of this application.

[0035] Figure 13 This is a partial schematic diagram of the connection portion between the first and second garment processing devices of a garment processing apparatus according to another embodiment of this application.

[0036] Figure 14 for Figure 13 An enlarged sectional view of region E in the diagram;

[0037] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the locking component of a garment processing device according to another embodiment of this application. 【Detailed Implementation Methods】

[0038] To make the technical problems to be solved, the technical solutions, and the beneficial technical effects of this application clearer, the following will provide a more detailed description of this application in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and several exemplary embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only for explaining this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Various embodiments may share the same view or multiple views for description, but not all features appearing in the same view should be interpreted as features that an embodiment must possess. Instead, they can be combined in any suitable manner as long as they are not technically mutually exclusive. Moreover, for the sake of brevity, different embodiments of different aspects may be presented in the same specific design; however, such presentation does not mean that embodiments of these aspects should appear together. The disassembly and / or combination of all possible embodiments and / or technical features should also take into account the description in the specification and what a person skilled in the art can directly and unambiguously determine based on the description in the specification.

[0039] Before beginning the description, it should be noted that, for convenience, this document may use directional or orientational terms in relation to the conventional use of the drum washing machine. Those skilled in the art will understand this from the description and will not be confused. In this context, these directional and orientational terms should not be simply interpreted as orientation or direction in any given state.

[0040] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, a garment processing device 1000 according to one embodiment of this application includes a first garment processing device 900 for performing a first processing on garments and a second garment processing device 800 for performing a second processing on garments. Here, the first processing and the second processing can be the same or different processing, preferably different processing, such as washing and drying garments respectively. In one embodiment, the first garment processing device 900 is a washing machine or washer-dryer, and the second garment processing device 800 is a dryer. The first garment processing device 900 has a first door 910 for loading and unloading garments, and the first door 910 is disposed on the first front shell 902 of the first garment processing device 900 (facing the user when in use). The second garment processing device 800 is stacked on top of the first garment processing device 900 and has the same orientation as the first garment processing device 900, that is, the second front shell 802 of the second garment processing device 800 is consistent with the first front shell 902 of the first garment processing device 900 (both facing the user when in use), and the second front shell 802 of the second garment processing device 800 is also provided with a second door 810 for loading and unloading garments.

[0041] The garment processing device 1000 also includes a stacking mounting assembly 100 for securing the second garment processing device 800 to the top 901 of the first garment processing device 900. Figures 3 to 11 As shown, the stacked mounting assembly 100 includes a base storage structure 1 and a locking assembly 2.

[0042] The foot storage structure 1 is adapted to be held on the top 901 of the first garment handling device 900 and has a foot storage space. The foot storage structure 1 is configured to allow the corresponding foot 801 of the second garment handling device 800 to enter and be stored in the corresponding foot storage space by sliding and translating the second garment handling device 800 to be stacked. The foot 801 can be mounted on the foot base 8011 and can move within the foot base 8011 to adjust the height of the foot 801, such as by screwing it into the foot base 8011 via a threaded rod. The foot base 8011 can be fixedly disposed on the base 805 of the second garment handling device 800, such as being integrally formed on the base 805.

[0043] The foot storage structure 1 can have a fixing structure 11 between itself and the first garment handling device 900. For example, it can be held on the top 901 of the first garment handling device 900 by means of screws and / or snap-fits and / or welding and / or gluing and / or shape fitting. This allows the foot storage structure 1 to be arranged appropriately as needed, which is particularly advantageous for adapting to different models and specifications of garment handling devices 800 and 900. The foot storage structure 1 can also have a positioning structure 12 between itself and the first garment handling device 900, thereby ensuring the precise positioning of the foot storage structure 1 and the second garment handling device 800, resulting in smaller installation deviations, a more integrated appearance, and a more stable connection.

[0044] When the bottom storage structure 1 is held at the top 901 of the first clothing handling device 900, it limits the second clothing handling device 800 at least in the stacking direction of the first clothing handling device 900 and the second clothing handling device 800 (vertical direction in the figures and in actual use) and in the lateral direction (left-right direction in the figures and in actual use) that is transverse to the direction of sliding translation.

[0045] The locking component 2 is configured to lock the second garment handling device 800 onto the first garment handling device 900 after the corresponding foot 801 of the second garment handling device 800 is stored in the corresponding foot storage space. That is, it performs a position locking effect on the second garment handling device 800 at least in the sliding translation direction, thereby preventing the second garment handling device 800 from moving relative to the first garment handling device 900 to complete the stacking installation.

[0046] Furthermore, the locking component 2, by cooperating with the foot storage structure 1, provides a positional locking effect on the second garment handling device 800, thereby preventing the second garment handling device 800 from moving relative to the first garment handling device 900. The locking component 2 may include a locking member 21 and a locking member connecting portion 22. The locking member connecting portion 22 is fixedly disposed on the foot storage structure 1, and the locking member 21 is configured to be installed on the locking member connecting portion 22 to provide a positional locking effect on the second garment handling device 800. Figure 7 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment, the locking member connecting portion 22 is integral with the foot storage structure 1 and is located on the outside of the foot storage space. In other alternative embodiments, the locking member connecting portion 22 and the foot storage structure 1 may also be separate and fixedly connected together.

[0047] The stacked installation assembly 100 may also include a frame 3, and the base storage structure 1 may be integrally formed with the frame 3. The fixing structure 11 and / or positioning structure 12 between the base storage structure 1 and the first garment handling device 900 may also be provided on the frame 3. Integration through the frame reduces the number of parts and makes it easier for installers to carry and install.

[0048] The stacked assembly 100 may further include a precision positioning structure 4 in the sliding translational forward direction, ensuring that the front surfaces of the first garment handling device 900 and the second garment handling device 800 are aligned, particularly the adjacent areas of the front surfaces of the first garment handling device 900 and the second garment handling device 800, resulting in a better overall appearance and integrity of the garment handling equipment 1000. The precision positioning structure 4 provides a limiting effect on the second garment handling device 800 at least in the sliding translational forward direction.

[0049] A precision positioning structure 4 is disposed between the first garment handling device 900 and the second garment handling device 800; particularly between the foot storage structure 1 and the second garment handling device 800, to integrate the positioning structure of the first garment handling device 900 onto the foot storage structure 1, avoiding adjustments to the remaining structure of the first garment handling device 900 and ensuring compatibility with different installation methods. The precision positioning structure 4 may include a first positioning member 41 fixedly mounted on the second garment handling device 800 and a second positioning member 42 fixedly mounted on the foot storage structure 1. Since the foot storage structure 1 is fixedly mounted on the first garment handling device 900, that is, the second positioning member 42 is fixedly mounted on the first garment handling device 900, the first positioning member 41 and the second positioning member 42 cooperate to define the position of the second garment handling device 800 relative to the first garment handling device 900 in the sliding translation direction. Compared to the existing positioning method using a foot 801 threadedly connected to the second garment handling device 800, the first positioning member 41 fixedly mounted on the second garment handling device 800 achieves more precise positioning.

[0050] like Figures 3-6 As shown, in a preferred exemplary embodiment, the stacking mounting assembly 100 includes four foot storage structures 1a, 1b, 1c, and 1d that correspond one-to-one with the four feet of the second garment handling device 800. Specifically, the four foot storage structures 1a, 1b, 1c, and 1d are respectively located at the four corners of the top 901 of the first garment handling device 900. The stacking mounting assembly 100 also includes two locking components 2a and 2b. The two locking components 2a and 2b are installed in two of the foot storage structures 1a and 1b. The other two foot storage structures 1c and 1d are not suitable for installing the locking components 2, but are only used to assist in limiting the second garment handling device 800 in translational and rotational directions other than the backward sliding direction. This ensures the safe and reliable fixed installation of the garment handling device 1000 while also saving on the number of components.

[0051] In a preferred exemplary embodiment, the frame 3 includes a first frame 31 and a second frame 32, wherein two foot storage structures 1a and 1c on one side (left side) laterally to the direction of sliding translation are integrally formed with the first frame 31, and two foot storage structures 1b and 1d on the other side (right side) are integrally formed with the second frame 32. The first frame 31 and the second frame 32 are respectively positioned with the top 901 of the first garment handling device 900 by the positioning structure 12, and then fixed to the top 901 of the first garment handling device 900 by the fixing structure 11; as shown Figure 6 and Figure 9 As shown, the bottom of both the first frame 31 and the second frame 32 is provided with a front positioning rib 3a and a side positioning rib 3b, which respectively contact the front positioning surface 900a and the side positioning surface 900b of the top 901 of the first garment processing device 900 for positioning. Then, the first frame 31 and the second frame 32 are fixed by screws 3c. Constructing the frame 3 into the first frame 31 and the second frame 32, and positioning and installing them into the first garment processing device 900, can reduce the size of the parts, making them easier for installers to carry. At the same time, it reduces the interference between the overall frame and the bottom of the second garment processing device 800, which is beneficial for forming a smaller stacking gap when the first garment processing device 900 and the second garment processing device 800 are stacked.

[0052] In a preferred exemplary embodiment, the two foot storage structures 1a and 1b, on which locking components 2a and 2b are installed, are located at the front of the top 901 of the first garment handling device 900, i.e., close to the first front shell 902 of the first garment handling device 900. Simultaneously, the locking member connecting portions 22a and 22b of the locking components 2a and 2b are located on the front side of the foot storage structures 1a and 1b, allowing the locking members 21a and 21b to connect from the front, making installation more convenient and reducing space requirements. Correspondingly, the two foot storage structures 1c and 1d, on which the locking components 2 are not installed, are located at the rear of the top 901 of the first garment handling device 900, i.e., close to the rear shell (not shown in the figure) of the first garment handling device 900 opposite to the first front shell 902.

[0053] The preferred forward direction of the aforementioned sliding translation is from the first front shell 902 toward the rear shell opposite to the first front shell 902, and the reverse direction of the sliding translation is the opposite of the forward direction. Of course, the direction of the sliding translation is not limited to this; depending on the actual installation position and application requirements, the forward and reverse directions of the sliding translation can be opposite to the aforementioned directions, or they can be laterally aligned with the aforementioned directions. For example, the second garment handling device 800 can slide into position from the left or right side of the first door 910 of the first garment handling device 900, that is, its corresponding foot 801 can be stored in the foot storage space of the corresponding foot storage structure 1. Furthermore, the arrangement position of the two foot storage structures 1a and 1b equipped with locking components 2a and 2b is not limited to being close to the first front shell 902 of the first garment handling device 900; they can correspond to any two feet 801 of the second garment handling device 800.

[0054] The stacking assembly 100 may also include a shielding structure 5 configured to cover the stacking gap between the first garment handling device 900 and the second garment handling device 800, so as to give it a neat and consistent visual effect.

[0055] The shielding structure 5 may include a front shielding plate 51. The second garment handling device 800 includes a panel 820 forming at least the lower side of its front surface. The front shielding plate 51 can be formed from the panel 820, avoiding the need for additional parts and achieving a better visual effect with a simple structure; it does not affect the structure of the first garment handling device 900 and the second garment handling device 800 themselves. When stacking is not required, interference between the panel 820 and the ground can still be avoided by adjusting the height of the base 801, thereby allowing the second garment handling device 800 to be placed on the ground. Figure 10 As shown, panel 820 is mounted to panel mounting portion 821. Panel 820 has an extension portion 820a that extends beyond panel mounting portion 821 in the stacking direction. Extension portion 820a can cover the stacking gap between first garment handling device 900 and second garment handling device 800 and at least most of the stacking mounting assembly 100, such as foot 801, foot storage structure 1, locking assembly 2, frame 3, and precision positioning structure 4 from the front side.

[0056] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, in a preferred exemplary embodiment, a maintenance door 803 is provided at the lower part of the second front housing 802 of the second garment handling device 800. The maintenance door 803 is formed, for example, for cleaning or maintaining lint, heat exchangers, etc., of the dryer that serves as the second garment handling device 800. A panel 820 is formed from the maintenance door 803, and may be a separate decorative layer on the maintenance door 803 or the maintenance door 803 itself. The maintenance door 803 is connected to the maintenance door mounting portion 8031 ​​of the second garment handling device 800, such as a pivot connection, i.e., the panel mounting portion 821 is formed from the maintenance door mounting portion 8031.

[0057] In an alternative embodiment, panel 820 may also be formed from second front housing 802, which may be a separate decorative layer on second front housing 802 or second front housing 802 itself.

[0058] The lower edge of panel 820 forms the lower edge of the front surface of the second garment handling device 900. Preferably, the maximum distance H1 between the lower edge of panel 820 and the upper edge of the front surface of the first garment handling device 900 is no greater than 10 mm, for example, about 5 mm. In an optional embodiment, the first garment handling device 900 further includes a first control housing 903 disposed on the upper part of the first front shell 902, the upper edge of the first control housing 903 forming the upper edge of the front surface of the first garment handling device 900. In other embodiments, the upper edge of the first front shell 902 may also form the upper edge of the front surface of the first garment handling device 900.

[0059] As an optional embodiment, panel 820 includes a first panel and a second panel that can be selectively installed, wherein the dimension of the first panel in the height direction is larger than that of the second panel in the height direction. For example, the lower edge of the first panel after installation extends downward beyond the lower edge of the panel mounting portion 821, and the lower edge of the second panel after installation is flush with or close to the lower edge of the panel mounting portion 821. When stacking is not required, the second panel can also be selected to be installed on the panel mounting portion 821, further avoiding interference between panel 820 and the ground.

[0060] Preferably, the front surface of panel 820 has similar and / or the same and / or consistent characteristics (or composition) with the front surface of its adjacent portion, including but not limited to color composition, material composition, etc.; the front surface of panel 820 is flush with the front surface of its adjacent portion, such as the front surface of panel 820 and the front surface of its adjacent portion being on the same plane. For example, the adjacent portion may include a first control box 903 or a first front shell 902; when panel 820 is formed by maintenance door 803, the adjacent portion may also include a second front shell 802.

[0061] More preferably, the entire front surface of the first garment handling device 900 (excluding the first door 910) and the entire front surface of the second garment handling device 800 (excluding the second door 810) are on the same plane and have similar and / or the same and / or consistent characteristics (or composition) to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing and consistent visual effect.

[0062] In a preferred exemplary embodiment, panel 820 is detachably connected to the second garment handling device 800. During stacking, panel 820 can be removed first, and after locking member 21 is installed and locked to the base 801 of the second garment handling device 800, panel 820 can be installed back onto the second garment handling device 800. This is particularly advantageous when locking member 21 needs to be installed from the front. For example, panel 820 is formed by a maintenance door 803 detachably connected to maintenance door mounting portion 8031; or, the decorative layer of the second front shell 802 is detachably connected to its body portion, panel 820 is formed by the decorative layer, and panel mounting portion 821 is formed by the body portion.

[0063] The shielding structure 5 may also include a side shield 52, which may be integrally formed with the frame 3, or may be fixedly installed to the frame 3 by welding and / or gluing and / or form fitting. Alternatively, the side shield 52 may also be fixedly installed to the first garment handling device 900 and / or the second garment handling device 800 by welding and / or gluing and / or form fitting. Figure 6 and Figure 9 As shown, in a preferred exemplary embodiment, there are two side shields 52, which are respectively formed on the outer side of the first frame 31 and the second frame 32 in the direction of the sliding translation.

[0064] The following describes in detail the construction of the base storage structure 1 and the locking component 2, as well as their installation and mating methods.

[0065] like Figure 7 and Figure 11 As shown, the foot storage structure 1 includes a slot 10 that communicates with the foot storage space. The slot 10 is configured to allow the foot seat 8011 of the second clothing handling device 800, which is connected to the corresponding foot 801, to pass through, so that the foot 801 enters and is stored in the corresponding foot storage space.

[0066] Specifically, the foot storage structure 1 includes two side walls 13 and a top wall 14 connected to the two side walls 13. A slot 10 is formed on the top wall 14. When the foot seat 8011 allows the foot 801 to enter the foot storage space through the slot 10, a portion of the foot 801 is stored below the top wall 14. Thus, the two side walls 13 and the top wall 14 together define the foot storage space for the foot 801 and the track space for the sliding translation of the foot 801 and the foot seat 8011, thereby defining the sliding translation position of the second garment handling device 800.

[0067] Preferably, the foot 801 enters the foot storage space when it is fully retracted into the foot base 8011. At this time, the foot base 8011 is engaged with the slot 10 of the foot storage structure 1 to achieve positioning. During installation, there is no need to raise the foot 801, making installation convenient and the connection more stable. It can also reduce the stacking gap between the first clothing processing device 900 and the second clothing processing device 800 and the overall height after stacking.

[0068] Preferably, the base 805 of the second garment handling device 800 and the foot storage structure 1 at least partially overlap in the stacking direction to form an overlapping area S, and during sliding translation, the overlapping area E is offset in a plane perpendicular to the stacking direction, further reducing the stacking gap between the first garment handling device 900 and the second garment handling device 800 and the overall height after stacking. At this time, in the stacking direction, the bottom surface 8011a of the foot base 8011 is higher than the lowest point of the base 805.

[0069] Preferably, the distance H2 between the lower edge of the panel mounting portion 821 and the upper edge of the front surface of the first garment handling device 900 is no greater than 25 mm, for example, about 18 mm. In this case, when the panel 820 serves as the front baffle 51, the size of the extension portion 820a of the panel 820 in the stacking direction of the first garment handling device 900 and the second garment handling device 800 can be reduced. This is also extremely advantageous for compatibility with stacked installation and other installation methods. When other installation methods are adopted, it is more advantageous to ensure that interference between the extension portion 820a of the panel 820 and the ground can be avoided by adjusting the height of the foot 801.

[0070] Furthermore, the locking member connecting part 22 is provided at the end of at least one of the two side walls 13 in the backward direction of sliding translation, thereby the locking member 21 is installed on the foot storage structure 1 at the side wall 13 of the foot storage structure 1.

[0071] As an optional embodiment, the locking member 21 is part of or fixedly connected to the second garment handling device 800, thereby providing a position locking effect on the second garment handling device 800. Figures 7-10As shown, in one embodiment, the locking member 21 is a bent portion extending downward from the second front shell 802 of the second garment handling device 800. A stop surface is provided on the locking member connecting portion 22. When the bottom foot 801 of the second garment handling device 800 is pushed into the bottom foot storage space of the bottom foot storage structure 1 along the sliding and translating forward direction, the bent portion contacts the stop surface to stop. The bent portion and the stop surface simultaneously constitute the precision positioning structure 4, that is, the locking member 21 simultaneously serves as the first positioning member 41, and the locking member connecting portion 22 simultaneously serves as the second positioning member 42. Then, the locking member 21 and the locking member connecting portion 22 are fixedly connected by screws or other connecting members, for example, fixedly connected from the front side, and the second garment handling device 800 is locked onto the first garment handling device 900. The locking member 21 is formed as part of the second garment handling device 800, avoiding the need for a separate locking member. The structure and installation are simple, the connection is stable, the dimensional error in the sliding and translating direction is small, the front surface has a smoother appearance, and the overall integrity is good. In this embodiment, the second front shell 802 of the second garment processing device 800 is constructed as a single metal piece. The maintenance door 803 (panel 820) is installed in the area below the door of the second front shell 802, that is, the maintenance door mounting part 8031 ​​(panel mounting part 821) is integral with the second front shell 802. The first positioning member 41 is fixedly mounted on the maintenance door mounting part 8031 ​​(panel mounting part 821). The dimensional chain is relatively short, and the step difference between the front surface of the maintenance door and the front surface of the first garment processing device is small. This is extremely advantageous for obtaining a more integrated and consistent appearance of the front surface of the garment processing device. In this embodiment, since the second front shell 802 directly locks the foot storage structure 1, only one foot storage structure 1 and one locking component 2 need to be provided.

[0072] As another optional embodiment, the locking member 21' has a contact surface that can contact the foot 801 to lock the foot 801 in position. Figures 12-15As shown, in one embodiment, the first positioning member 41' is a flange provided on the maintenance door mounting portion 8031' (panel mounting portion 821) of the second garment handling device 800, and the second positioning member 42' is a first stop surface provided on the locking member connecting portion 22'. When the second garment handling device 800 is pushed in along the forward direction of the sliding translation direction, the flange and the first stop surface constitute the precision positioning structure 4. The locking member 21' is a stop block, which is inserted from the outside in a lateral direction transverse to the sliding translation direction. The locking member connecting portion 22' is provided with a second stop surface 221'. When the stop block is inserted, it contacts the second stop surface 221' for positioning. Then, the stop block is fixedly connected to the locking member connecting portion 22' by screws or other connecting members, for example, fixedly connected from the front. The second garment handling device 800 is then locked onto the first garment handling device 900. In this embodiment, the locking component 2 and the precision positioning structure 4 are independently provided. In this embodiment, a second front shell 802' made of metal is provided only in the door area of ​​the second garment handling device 800. A separate maintenance door mounting portion 8031' (panel mounting portion 821) is provided, for example, as a plastic part fixedly connected to the base 805 or integrally molded. The maintenance door 803' is mounted on the maintenance door mounting portion 8031'. Similarly, the first positioning member 41' is fixedly mounted on the maintenance door mounting portion 8031' (panel mounting portion 821). The dimensional chain is short, and the step difference between the front surface of the maintenance door and the front surface of the first garment handling device is small. This is extremely advantageous for obtaining a more integrated and consistent front surface appearance of the garment handling device. In this embodiment, at least two foot storage structures 1 and one locking component 2 need to be provided; alternatively, one locking component 2 can be provided for each of the two foot storage structures. In this embodiment, a pull-out box 904' of the first garment handling device 900 is also shown, such as a detergent dispenser. The pull-out box 904' is slidably disposed within the base of the control box 903', and the upper edge of the handle panel 9041' of the pull-out box 904' coincides with the upper edge of the control box 903'. In other embodiments, the handle panel 9041' of the pull-out box 904' may also be surrounded by the control box 903'.

[0073] The base storage structure 1 and locking component 2 in this embodiment are simple and compact, making them easy for installers to carry and install. The cooperation between the base storage structure 1 and the locking component 2 is also simple, convenient, stable, and secure, making the stacking operation of the garment processing equipment 1000 simple, convenient, safe, and reliable. The second garment processing device 800 and the first garment processing device 900 are precisely positioned, resulting in smaller installation deviations. Moreover, the stacked first garment processing device 900 and the second garment processing device 800 appear virtually seamless, giving them a neat and consistent visual effect. The gaps on the front surface are concealed without adding any individual parts, achieving a better visual effect with a simple structure. At the same time, the stacking gap between the second garment processing device 800 and the first garment processing device 900 is small, allowing for compatibility with different combination installation methods and the sale of individual machines.

[0074] Although specific embodiments have been described above, these embodiments are not intended to limit the scope of this application, even when only a single embodiment is described with respect to a particular feature. The feature examples provided in this application are intended for illustrative purposes and not for limitation, unless explicitly stated otherwise. In specific implementations, multiple features may be combined with each other where technically feasible and according to actual needs. Any modifications made to this application by those skilled in the art within the scope of its basic technical concept are within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A stacking assembly for a garment processing device (1000), the garment processing device (1000) comprising a first garment processing unit (900) and a second garment processing unit (800) stacked on top of the first garment processing unit (900) and having the same orientation as the first garment processing unit (900), characterized in that, The stacking assembly (100) includes a foot storage structure (1) adapted to be held on top (901) of the first garment handling device (900). The foot storage structure (1) has a foot storage space and a slot (10) communicating with the foot storage space, and is configured to allow the foot base (8011) of the second garment handling device (800) connected to the corresponding foot (801) to pass through the slot (10) by sliding translation of the second garment handling device (800) to be stacked, so that the foot (801) enters and is stored in the corresponding foot storage space.

2. The stacking assembly for garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The foot (801) is configured to enter the foot storage space when fully retracted into the foot base (8011).

3. The stacking assembly for garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base (8011) is fixed on the second garment processing device (800). The base (8011) and the slot (10) cooperate to limit the second garment processing device (800) in the lateral direction that is transverse to the direction of sliding translation.

4. The stacking assembly for garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the foot (801) is stored in the corresponding foot storage space, the base (805) of the second clothing handling device (800) and the foot storage structure (1) overlap at least partially in the stacking direction to form an overlapping area (S), and the overlapping area (S) is offset in a plane perpendicular to the stacking direction during sliding translation.

5. The stacking assembly for garment processing equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The base (8011) is fixed on the base (805), and in the stacking direction, the bottom surface (8011a) of the base (8011) is higher than the lowest point of the base (805).

6. The stacking assembly for a garment processing device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The forward direction of the sliding translation is from the first front shell (902) of the first garment processing device (900) which is provided with the first door (910) toward the rear shell opposite to the first front shell (902). The second front shell (802) of the second garment processing device (800) is provided with a maintenance door (803) at the lower part, and the maintenance door (803) is connected to the maintenance door mounting part (8031, 8031') of the second garment processing device (800).

7. The stacking assembly for garment processing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, The maintenance door (803) forms at least a portion of a front cover (51) suitable for blocking the stacking gap between the first garment handling device (900) and the second garment handling device (800) from the front.

8. The stacking assembly for garment processing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, It also includes a precision positioning structure (4) in the forward direction of the sliding translation, the precision positioning structure (4) limiting the second garment handling device (800) at least in the forward direction of the sliding translation; and / or a locking component (2) configured to lock the second garment handling device (800) onto the first garment handling device (900) after the corresponding foot (801) of the second garment handling device (800) is housed in the corresponding foot storage space.

9. The stacking assembly for a garment processing device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The precision positioning structure (4) also constitutes the locking component (2).

10. The stacking assembly for a garment processing device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The precision positioning structure (4) includes a first positioning member (41, 41') fixedly mounted on the second garment handling device (800) and a second positioning member (42, 42') fixedly mounted on the foot storage structure (1). The first positioning member (41, 41') and the second positioning member (42, 42') cooperate to define the position of the second garment handling device (800) relative to the first garment handling device (900) in the forward direction of the sliding translation; and / or The locking component (2) includes a locking member (21, 21') and a locking member connecting part (22, 22'). The locking member connecting part (22, 22') is disposed on the foot storage structure (1) and located outside the foot storage space. The locking member (21, 21') is configured to be installed on the locking member connecting part (22, 22') to lock the foot (801) in position.

11. The stacking assembly for a garment processing device according to claim 10, characterized in that, The first positioning member (41, 41') is a flange or bend provided on the maintenance door mounting part (8031'), and the second positioning member (42, 42') is a stop surface provided on the locking member connecting part (22'). When the second clothing handling device (800) is pushed in along the forward direction of the sliding translation direction, the flange / bend and the stop surface constitute the precision positioning structure (4).

12. The stacking assembly for a garment processing device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The foot storage structure (1) includes two side walls (13) and a top wall (14) connected to the two side walls (13). The two side walls (13) and the top wall (14) define the foot storage space and the track space for the sliding translation. The slot (10) is formed on the top wall (14).

13. A garment processing device, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment (1000) includes: A first garment processing apparatus (900) for performing a first treatment on garments; A second garment processing device (800) for performing a second treatment on garments, the second garment processing device (800) being stacked on top of the first garment processing device (900); and The stacking mounting assembly (100) for a garment processing device according to any one of claims 1 to 12.

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