An air fryer

Abstract

This application discloses an air fryer, including a shell with a cooking cavity and an air fryer assembly that can be removed and placed from the cooking cavity. The air fryer assembly includes an air fryer, a pot body support connected to the air fryer, a panel disposed on the side of the pot body support away from the air fryer, and a handle disposed on the side of the panel away from the pot body support. The handle is integrally formed with the panel and has a first sleeve connected to the panel and a second sleeve connected to the first sleeve and suspended relative to the panel. The first sleeve has a first cavity extending laterally, and the second sleeve has a second cavity extending obliquely downward. The bottom of the second sleeve is provided with a handle cover that covers the second cavity. In this application, the handle cover is located at the bottom of the second sleeve. When the user holds the handle, they rarely hold the bottom of the second sleeve directly, thus reducing the impact of the step difference between the handle and the handle cover on the grip and improving the user's comfort and user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of household appliance technology, specifically relating to an air fryer. Background Technology

[0002] Existing drawer-type air fryers typically have a handle on the outside of the fryer assembly panel, allowing users to easily remove the fryer assembly from or push it into the unit. There are generally two ways the panel and handle are assembled in existing fryer assemblies:

[0003] One method involves setting a mounting port on the panel that matches the top of the handle. The top of the handle is inserted into the mounting port and connected to the pot support of the fryer assembly with screws. This connection method is not only complex, but also has a gap at the joint between the handle and the panel. This gap provides a path for external liquids, impurities, etc. to enter, resulting in serious dirt accumulation.

[0004] Another approach is to integrate the panel and handle into a single structure via injection molding. For example, Chinese patent document CN218246909U discloses a deep fryer assembly, which includes an inner pot, an inner pot holder mounted on the outer wall of the inner pot, an inner pot panel mounted on the side wall of the inner pot holder facing away from the inner pot, and a handle integrally formed with the inner pot panel on the outer wall of the inner pot panel. The first end of the handle is connected to the top of the inner pot panel, and the second end of the handle is suspended away from the inner pot panel. During injection molding, to facilitate demolding, a notch is left between the first and second ends of the handle on the side facing away from the inner pot panel. This notch needs to be covered by a handle cover. In this technical solution, the handle cover... The handle extends between the first and second ends, resulting in a long extension length. This leads to a large handle cover area and a large amount of injection molding material. Furthermore, the handle cover covers the entire area of ​​the handle facing away from the inner pot panel, which is precisely the area where the user will inevitably grip the handle. The difference in height between the handle cover and the handle can easily cause a scratchy feeling for the user, reducing the user experience. In addition, the long extension length of the handle and the large area of ​​the handle cover can affect the structural strength of the handle under frequent use and certain external forces. The connection between the handle and the handle cover will become a weak point in the structure, and cracks and loosening are likely to occur after long-term use, thus affecting the overall stability and reliability of the fryer assembly. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides an air fryer to solve the technical problem that in existing air fryers, when the inner pot panel and handle are made using one-piece molding technology, the handle cover is placed on the side of the handle facing away from the inner pot panel for easy demolding. This causes the user's grip to pass through the joint between the handle and the handle cover, the step difference between the handle and the handle cover affects the user's grip feel, and the large coverage area of ​​the handle cover reduces the overall structural strength of the handle.

[0006] The technical solution adopted in this application is as follows:

[0007] An air fryer includes a housing having a cooking cavity and an air fryer assembly that can be removed and placed from the cooking cavity. The air fryer assembly includes an air fryer, a pot support connected to the air fryer, a panel disposed on the side of the pot support opposite to the air fryer, and a handle disposed on the side of the panel opposite to the pot support. The handle is integrally formed with the panel. The handle has a first sleeve connected to the panel and a second sleeve connected to the first sleeve and suspended relative to the panel. The first sleeve has a first cavity extending laterally, and the second sleeve has a second cavity extending obliquely downward. The bottom of the second sleeve is provided with a handle cover that covers the second cavity.

[0008] The handle in this application includes a first sleeve and a second sleeve. A handle cover covers the bottom of the second sleeve to seal the second cavity. Compared to the design of existing air fryer handle covers, the area of ​​the handle cover in this application is significantly reduced, and the installation gap of the handle cover is minimized. This improves the structural strength of the handle and reduces the likelihood of the user gripping the installation gap, preventing scratches. Furthermore, since the handle cover is located at the bottom of the second sleeve, users rarely grip the bottom of the second sleeve directly when holding the handle; instead, they grip the second sleeve portion directly. Therefore, this application reduces the impact of the step difference between the handle and the handle cover on gripping comfort and improves user experience. Moreover, placing the handle cover at the bottom of the second sleeve significantly reduces the probability of external impurities entering the second cavity through the joint between the handle cover and the second sleeve. Furthermore, in this application, the handle is composed of a first sleeve and a second sleeve connected together and is integrally formed with the panel. This structure enhances the overall structural strength and stability of the handle, makes the connection between the first sleeve and the panel more secure, and the inclined design of the second sleeve allows the handle to better distribute and bear stress when subjected to external forces, reducing the possibility of the handle breaking or loosening during use and improving the overall stability and reliability of the fryer assembly.

[0009] The lower part of the second sleeve is provided with multiple slots along its circumference, and the handle cover is provided with multiple latches along its circumference. The handle cover is fixed to the bottom of the second sleeve by the latches and the slots.

[0010] In this technical solution, the handle cover and the second sleeve are assembled via slots and latches. The engagement structure of the slots and latches is simple; during installation, simply align the handle cover with the lower part of the second sleeve and press the latch against the slot. This simple and quick operation allows for rapid fixation of the handle cover without the need for complex tools or cumbersome processes, reducing production assembly difficulty and time costs. Furthermore, the engagement of multiple slots and latches provides even force distribution, ensuring a tight fit between the handle cover and the second sleeve, forming a stable connection. This prevents the handle cover from easily loosening or falling off during use. In addition, compared to exposed connection methods such as screws, the snap-fit ​​structure is hidden between the handle cover and the second sleeve, resulting in a cleaner, smoother, and more integrated look for the handle, ensuring a consistent appearance.

[0011] The second sleeve has a main body section and a positioning section located below the main body section with a smaller outer diameter than the main body section. The slot is provided on the outer periphery of the positioning section, and the latch protrudes inward along the handle cover. The outer side of the handle cover is flush with the outer side of the positioning section.

[0012] In this technical solution, the outer diameter of the positioning section is smaller than that of the main body section, providing a clear installation guide for the handle cover. During installation, the positioning section guides the handle cover to accurately align with the slot, reducing alignment difficulty and positional deviations, and improving installation efficiency and accuracy. Positioning the slot on the outer periphery of the positioning section and the latch on the inner side of the handle cover simplifies the mold design for forming the handle and panel, given that the first sleeve, second sleeve, and panel are integrally formed, thus helping to reduce manufacturing costs. Furthermore, the outer surface of the handle cover is flush with the outer surface of the positioning section, creating a relatively smooth and flat outer surface. This not only makes the overall appearance of the handle cleaner and more aesthetically pleasing but also eliminates the step difference between the handle cover and the second sleeve, ensuring that even when the user grips the connection point between the second sleeve and the handle cover, the grip comfort is not significantly affected.

[0013] The handle is provided with a partition that separates the first cavity and the second cavity.

[0014] When cleaning the fryer components, external water may enter the first cavity through the joint between the panel and the pot body support. If the first and second cavities are directly connected, water will flow from the first cavity into the second cavity. Due to the handle cover, the water cannot drain out of the second cavity, leading to bacterial growth and unpleasant odors over time. This technical solution addresses this by installing a partition inside the handle separating the first and second cavities. This prevents water from entering the second cavity through the joint between the panel and the pot body support, ensuring dryness within the second cavity and preventing bacterial growth and odors. Furthermore, the partition enhances the structural strength of the handle and increases its load-bearing capacity.

[0015] An inner corner and an outer corner are formed at the junction of the first sleeve and the second sleeve, and the partition plate connects the inner corner and the outer corner.

[0016] If the partition is set horizontally or vertically, the connection point between the partition and the first or second sleeve will appear on the top or side wall of the handle. After injection molding, this can easily lead to shrinkage on the top or side wall at the connection point, affecting the appearance quality of the handle. This technical solution places the partition at the junction of the first and second sleeves, connecting the inner and outer corners. This effectively places the shrinkage marks at the corners, preventing aesthetic defects. Furthermore, placing the partition at the inner and outer corners results in a relatively regular shape and position, which is beneficial for the design and manufacture of the injection mold and facilitates demolding after processing. In addition, the inner and outer corners are areas where stress is relatively concentrated when the handle is subjected to force. Connecting the partition at these locations significantly enhances the structural strength of the handle at the junction of the first and second sleeves, making the internal structure of the entire handle more stable. The partition acts like a robust frame inside the handle, enhancing its overall rigidity. When the user pulls the handle or when the handle is subjected to other external forces, the partition effectively disperses stress, preventing excessive stress concentration at the corners and thus avoiding damage to the handle. For example, when lifting a fryer assembly filled with food, the handle bears a large pulling force. The reinforcement effect of the partitions at the inner and outer corners can distribute the pulling force evenly to other parts of the handle, rather than concentrating it all at the corners. This increases the load-bearing capacity of the handle and reduces the risk of handle breakage.

[0017] The first sleeve is provided with a first positioning post that is connected to the partition and extends laterally to pass through the first cavity. The pot body support is provided with a first positioning hole that is opposite to the position of the first positioning post. The first sleeve is fixedly connected to the pot body support by fasteners that pass through the first positioning hole and the first positioning post.

[0018] The control panel has a thin-walled structure. If the first positioning post, which connects to the pot body support, is directly molded onto the control panel, two problems arise: firstly, shrinkage marks are easily formed on the surface of the control panel after injection molding, affecting its appearance quality; secondly, when the food inside the fryer assembly is too heavy, stress concentration can easily occur at the connection point between the control panel and the first positioning post, thus affecting the stability of the connection and the lifespan of the control panel. This technical solution, by molding the first positioning post within the first sleeve and connecting it to the partition, brings the connection point between the handle and the pot body support closer to the internal structure of the handle. This avoids shrinkage marks on the handle's surface during the molding of the first positioning post, ensuring the handle's appearance quality. Furthermore, it more rationally distributes the force on the handle during use, preventing excessive stress concentration at the connection point between the control panel and the handle, thereby reducing the risk of damage to the handle or control panel due to uneven stress distribution.

[0019] There are three first positioning posts, which are arranged in a triangle, and adjacent first positioning posts are connected by a reinforcing plate.

[0020] In this technical solution, the three first positioning posts are arranged in a triangle. This arrangement effectively distributes the force at the connection between the handle and the pot body support, preventing loosening or damage to the connection due to localized stress concentration. Furthermore, the stability of the triangle ensures that the handle maintains a firm connection with the pot body support even when subjected to forces from various directions. Adjacent first positioning posts are connected by reinforcing plates, further enhancing the overall structural strength of the handle. This allows the handle to effectively resist bending and shearing forces during use, preventing deformation due to external forces and extending its service life.

[0021] The inner wall of the second sleeve is provided with reinforcing ribs that extend downward at an angle.

[0022] In this technical solution, the downward-sloping design of the reinforcing ribs effectively improves the bending resistance of the second sleeve, preventing it from bending and deforming under stress, thereby enhancing the overall structural strength of the handle. Furthermore, during injection molding, the inclined design of the reinforcing ribs reduces the adhesion between the second sleeve and the mold, lowering the risk of deformation during demolding and ensuring the dimensional accuracy and appearance quality of the second sleeve.

[0023] Each corner of the inner sidewall of the panel is provided with a second positioning post extending toward the pot body support. The pot body support is provided with a second positioning hole opposite to the position of the second positioning post. The panel is fixedly connected to the pot body support by fasteners passing through the second positioning post and the second positioning hole.

[0024] This technical solution significantly enhances the connection strength between the panel and the pot body support by setting second positioning posts at each corner of the panel and engaging them with second positioning holes on the pot body support, then connecting them with fasteners. Furthermore, by distributing the connection points, the force on the panel is more evenly distributed, improving the overall structural stability, effectively preventing loosening or detachment at the connections, and extending the product's lifespan. In addition, setting second positioning posts at each corner of the panel evenly distributes the pressure on the panel to each connection point, avoiding localized deformation or damage caused by concentrated stress, improving the panel's load-bearing capacity and pressure resistance, and making the fryer assembly more stable and reliable during use.

[0025] The inner wall of the panel is also provided with several buckles extending toward the pot body support. The pot body support is provided with buckle positions that are adapted to the buckles. The panel is fixed to the pot body support by the buckles and the buckle positions.

[0026] The snap-fit ​​and latching design in this technical solution simplifies and speeds up the connection between the panel and the pot body support. During installation, simply align the panel with the pot body support, apply appropriate pressure to align the snap-fit ​​and latching position, and tighten to complete the installation, significantly improving assembly efficiency. Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​and latching position create multiple connection points between the panel and the pot body support, evenly distributing the stress on the panel to each connection point, preventing localized deformation or damage caused by stress concentration, and improving the product's load-bearing capacity and compressive strength. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of this application and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments and are used to explain this application, but do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0028] Figure 1 This is an assembly diagram of the fryer assembly according to one embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 2 Explosion of fryer assembly according to one embodiment of this application Figure 1 ;

[0030] Figure 3 Explosion of fryer assembly according to one embodiment of this application Figure 2 ;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the handle and cover plate according to one embodiment of this application. Figure 1 ;

[0032] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the handle and cover plate according to one embodiment of this application. Figure 2 ;

[0033] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of part A;

[0034] Figure 7 This is a front view of the handle and cover plate according to one embodiment of this application.

[0035] in,

[0036] 1. Handle; 11. First sleeve; 111. First cavity; 12. Second sleeve; 121. Main body section; 122. Positioning section; 123. Reinforcing rib; 124. Slot; 125. Second cavity; 13. Partition plate; 14. First positioning post; 15. Reinforcing plate; 16. Inner corner; 17. Outer corner;

[0037] 2. Handle cover; 21. Locking tongue;

[0038] 3. Panel; 31. Second positioning post; 32. Buckle;

[0039] 4. Pot body support; 41. First positioning hole; 42. Second positioning hole; 43. Third positioning post;

[0040] 5. Deep fryer; 51. Third positioning hole; 52. Recessed platform. Detailed Implementation

[0041] To more clearly illustrate the overall concept of this application, a detailed explanation is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0042] Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments of this application and the features thereof can be combined with each other.

[0043] Furthermore, it should be understood in the description of this application that the terms "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0044] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0045] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the "above" or "below" of the second feature can mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or that the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0046] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, an air fryer includes a shell with a cooking cavity and an air fryer assembly that can be taken out and put into the cooking cavity. The air fryer assembly includes an air fryer 5, a pot body support 4 connected to the air fryer 5, a panel 3 disposed on the side of the pot body support 4 away from the air fryer 5, and a handle 1 disposed on the side of the panel 3 away from the pot body support 4. The handle 1 is integrally formed with the panel 3. The handle 1 has a first sleeve 11 connected to the panel 3 and a second sleeve 12 connected to the first sleeve 11 and suspended relative to the panel 3. The first sleeve 11 has a first cavity 111 extending laterally, and the second sleeve 12 has a second cavity 125 extending obliquely downward. The bottom of the second sleeve 12 is provided with a handle cover 2 that covers the second cavity 125.

[0047] The second sleeve 12 is suspended relative to the panel 3, meaning there is a certain spatial gap between the second sleeve 12 and the panel 3, without a direct physical connection. During the air fryer cooking process, the panel 3 is close to the cooking chamber and has a relatively high temperature. The suspended arrangement of the second sleeve 12 can reduce the direct transfer of heat from the panel 3 to the second sleeve 12, thereby lowering the temperature of the second sleeve 12 and improving the user's comfort when holding the second sleeve 12.

[0048] The handle 1 in this application includes a first sleeve 11 and a second sleeve 12. A handle cover 2 covers the bottom of the second sleeve 12 to seal the second cavity 125. Compared with the design of existing air fryer handle covers, the area of ​​the handle cover 2 in this application is greatly reduced, and the installation gap of the handle cover 2 is reduced. This improves the structural strength of the handle 1 and reduces the possibility of the user gripping the installation gap, thus avoiding scratches. Moreover, the handle cover 2 is located at the bottom of the second sleeve 12. When holding the handle 1, the user rarely grips the bottom of the second sleeve 12 directly, but rather the second sleeve 12 portion. Therefore, this application reduces the impact of the step difference between the handle 1 and the handle cover 2 on the grip, improving the user's comfort and experience. Furthermore, placing the handle cover 2 at the bottom of the second sleeve 12 can significantly reduce the probability of external impurities entering the second cavity 125 through the joint between the handle cover 2 and the second sleeve 12. Furthermore, in this application, the handle 1 is formed by connecting the first sleeve 11 and the second sleeve 12, and is integrally formed with the panel 3. This structure enhances the overall structural strength and stability of the handle 1. The connection between the first sleeve 11 and the panel 3 is more secure. The inclined design of the second sleeve 12 enables the handle 1 to better distribute and bear stress when subjected to external force, reducing the possibility of the handle 1 breaking or loosening during use, and improving the overall stability and reliability of the fryer assembly.

[0049] The connection between the second sleeve and the handle cover in this application can be any of the following embodiments:

[0050] Implementation Method 1: This implementation method is not illustrated. In this implementation method, the second sleeve is provided with a screw post extending downward at an angle, and the handle cover is provided with a through hole. The second sleeve and the handle cover are fixed together by screws passing through the through hole and the screw post.

[0051] Implementation Method 2: This implementation method is not illustrated. In this implementation method, the second sleeve is glued to the handle cover.

[0052] Implementation Method 3: For example Figure 2 , Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, the lower part of the second sleeve 12 is provided with multiple slots 124 along its circumference, and the handle cover 2 is provided with multiple latches 21 along its circumference. The handle cover 2 is fixed to the bottom of the second sleeve 12 by the latches 21 and the slots 124. In this third embodiment, the handle cover 2 and the second sleeve 12 are assembled by the slots 124 and the latches 21. The mating structure of the slots 124 and the latches 21 is simple. During installation, simply align the handle cover 2 with the lower part of the second sleeve 12 and press the latches 21 against the slots 124. The operation is simple and quick, and the handle cover 2 can be fixed quickly without complicated tools and cumbersome processes, reducing the difficulty of production assembly and time costs. Moreover, the cooperation of multiple slots 124 and latches 21 can provide a uniform force distribution, so that the handle cover 2 and the second sleeve 12 fit tightly together to form a stable connection, ensuring that the handle cover 2 will not easily loosen or fall off during use. In addition, compared with the use of exposed connection methods such as screws, the snap-fit ​​structure is hidden between the handle cover 2 and the second sleeve 12, making the appearance of the handle 1 simpler, smoother, and more integrated, ensuring the consistency of the appearance of the handle 1.

[0053] As a preferred embodiment of this third implementation method, such as Figures 4 to 6 As shown, the second sleeve 12 has a main body section 121 and a positioning section 122 located below the main body section 121 with a smaller outer diameter than the main body section 121. A slot 124 is provided on the outer periphery of the positioning section 122, and a latch 21 protrudes inward along the handle cover 2. The outer side of the handle cover 2 is flush with the outer side of the positioning section 122. In this embodiment, the outer diameter of the positioning section 122 is smaller than that of the main body section 121, which provides a clear installation guide for the handle cover 2. That is, when installing the handle cover 2, the positioning section 122 can guide the handle cover 2 to accurately align with the slot 124, reducing the alignment difficulty and positional deviation during the installation process, and improving the installation efficiency and accuracy. By placing the slot 124 on the outer periphery of the positioning section 122 and the latch 21 on the inner side of the handle cover 2, the mold design for forming the handle 1 and the panel 3 is simplified, provided that the first sleeve 11, the second sleeve 12, and the panel 3 are integrally formed, thereby helping to reduce production and manufacturing costs. In addition, in this embodiment, the outer side of the handle cover 2 is flush with the outer side of the positioning section 122, which can form a relatively smooth and flat outer surface. This not only makes the appearance of the entire handle 1 neater and more beautiful, but also eliminates the step difference between the handle cover 2 and the second sleeve 12. This ensures that even if the user holds the handle at the connection point between the second sleeve 12 and the handle cover 2, the comfort of holding it will not be greatly affected.

[0054] When the user cleans the fryer components, external water may enter the first cavity 111 through the joint between the panel 3 and the pot body support 4. If the first cavity 111 and the second cavity 125 are directly connected, water will flow from the first cavity 111 into the second cavity 125. Due to the presence of the handle cover 2, the water cannot drain out of the second cavity 125, which will cause bacterial growth and odor inside the handle 1 over time. Therefore, as a preferred embodiment of this application, such as Figure 4 As shown, the handle 1 has a partition 13 separating the first cavity 111 and the second cavity 125. In this embodiment, by providing the partition 13 within the handle 1 to separate the first cavity 111 and the second cavity 125, even if external water enters the first cavity 111 through the joint between the panel 3 and the pot support 4, it will not enter the second cavity 125 through the first cavity 111, ensuring the dryness of the second cavity 125 and preventing bacterial growth and odor generation within it. Furthermore, the partition 13 also enhances the structural strength of the handle 1 and improves its load-bearing capacity.

[0055] In this embodiment, the partition can be positioned in any of the following embodiments:

[0056] Example 1: This example 1 is not illustrated. In this example 1, an inner corner and an outer corner are formed at the junction of the first sleeve and the second sleeve. One end of the partition is connected to the inner corner, and the other end extends vertically to connect with the top wall of the first sleeve.

[0057] Example 2: This example 2 is not illustrated. In this example 2, an inner corner and an outer corner are formed at the junction of the first sleeve and the second sleeve. One end of the partition is connected to the inner corner, and the other end extends laterally to connect with the side wall of the second sleeve.

[0058] Example 3: As Figure 4As shown, an inner corner 16 and an outer corner 17 are formed at the junction of the first sleeve 11 and the second sleeve 12, and a partition 13 connects the inner corner 16 and the outer corner 17. In this embodiment 3, the partition 13 is placed at the junction of the first sleeve 11 and the second sleeve 12 and connects the inner corner 16 and the outer corner 17, which can place the shrinkage mark at the corner position and avoid poor appearance. Moreover, the partition 13 is placed at the inner corner 16 and the outer corner 17, and its shape and position are relatively regular, which is beneficial to the design and manufacturing of injection molds and also facilitates demolding after processing and manufacturing. In addition, the inner corner 16 and the outer corner 17 are areas where stress is relatively concentrated when the handle 1 is subjected to force. Connecting the partition 13 at this position can significantly enhance the structural strength of the handle 1 at the junction of the first sleeve 11 and the second sleeve 12, making the internal structure of the entire handle 1 more stable. The setting of the partition 13 is like building a solid frame inside the handle 1, which enhances the overall rigidity of the handle 1. When the user pulls the handle 1 or the handle 1 is subjected to other external forces, the partition 13 can effectively disperse the stress, preventing excessive stress concentration at the corners and thus avoiding damage to the handle 1. For example, when lifting a deep fryer assembly filled with food, the handle 1 bears a large pulling force. The reinforcing effect of the partition 13 at the inner corner 16 and outer corner 17 can evenly distribute the pulling force to other parts of the handle 1, rather than concentrating it all at the corner, thereby improving the load-bearing capacity of the handle 1 and reducing the risk of the handle 1 breaking.

[0059] In the above embodiments 1, 2 and 3, the inner corner and the outer corner are formed by connecting the inner wall of the first cavity 111 and the inner wall of the second cavity 125, that is, the inner corner and the outer corner are both located inside the handle 1.

[0060] In this application, the handle and panel, after being integrally formed, are considered as a single component, and the connection between the two and the pot body support can be achieved using any of the following embodiments:

[0061] Implementation Method 4: This implementation method 4 is not illustrated. In this implementation method 4, the panel is provided with a first positioning post integrally formed with it and extending laterally, and the pot body support is provided with a first positioning hole opposite to the position of the first positioning post. The panel is fixedly connected to the pot body support by fasteners passing through the first positioning hole and the first positioning post.

[0062] Implementation Method 5: (e.g.) Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the handle 1 has a partition 13 separating the first cavity 111 and the second cavity 125. The first sleeve 11 has a first positioning post 14 connected to the partition 13 and extending laterally to pass through the first cavity 111. The pot body support 4 has a first positioning hole 41 opposite to the position of the first positioning post 14. The first sleeve 11 is fixedly connected to the pot body support 4 by fasteners passing through the first positioning hole 41 and the first positioning post 14. The panel 3 has a thin-walled structure. If the first positioning post 14 connected to the pot body support 4 is directly molded onto the panel 3, on the one hand, shrinkage watermarks are easily formed on the surface of the panel 3 after injection molding, affecting the appearance quality of the panel 3. On the other hand, when the food in the fryer assembly is too heavy, stress concentration is easily caused at the connection position between the panel 3 and the first positioning post 14, thereby affecting the stability of the connection and the service life of the panel 3. In this fifth embodiment, by forming a first positioning post 14 inside the first sleeve 11 and connecting the first positioning post 14 to the partition plate 13, the connection point between the handle 1 and the pot body support 4 is closer to the internal structure of the handle 1. On the one hand, when forming the first positioning post 14, shrinkage watermarks can be avoided on the outer surface of the handle 1, ensuring the appearance quality of the handle 1. On the other hand, the force on the handle 1 during use can be distributed more reasonably, avoiding excessive stress concentration at the connection between the panel 3 and the handle 1, thereby reducing the risk of damage to the handle 1 or the panel 3 due to uneven force.

[0063] As a preferred embodiment of this fifth implementation method, such as Figure 3 As shown, there are three first positioning posts 14 arranged in a triangular pattern, with adjacent posts 14 connected by a reinforcing plate 15. In this embodiment, the triangular arrangement of the three first positioning posts 14 effectively distributes the force at the connection between the handle 1 and the pot support 4, preventing loosening or damage to the connection due to localized stress concentration. Furthermore, the stability of the triangle ensures that the handle 1 maintains a firm connection with the pot support 4 even when subjected to forces from various directions. The reinforcing plate 15 further enhances the overall structural strength of the handle 1, enabling it to effectively resist bending and shearing forces during use, preventing deformation due to external forces, and extending the service life of the handle 1.

[0064] Furthermore, one end of the reinforcing plate 15 is connected to the partition plate 13, and the reinforcing plate 15 extends laterally to pass through the first cavity 111. This arrangement can further enhance the structural strength of the first sleeve 11.

[0065] As a preferred embodiment of this application, such as Figure 4As shown, the inner wall of the second sleeve 12 is provided with a downwardly extending reinforcing rib 123. The downwardly extending design of the reinforcing rib 123 can effectively improve the bending resistance of the second sleeve 12, prevent it from bending and deforming under stress, and thus enhance the overall structural strength of the handle 1. Moreover, during the injection molding process, the inclined design of the reinforcing rib 123 can reduce the adhesion force between the second sleeve 12 and the mold, reduce the risk of deformation during demolding, and ensure the dimensional accuracy and appearance quality of the second sleeve 12.

[0066] In this application, the connection between the panel and the pot body support can be achieved using any of the following embodiments:

[0067] Implementation method six: such as Figure 3 and Figure 7 As shown, each corner of the inner sidewall of panel 3 is provided with a second positioning post 31 extending toward the pot support 4. The pot support 4 is provided with a second positioning hole 42 opposite to the position of the second positioning post 31. Panel 3 is fixedly connected to pot support 4 by fasteners passing through the second positioning post 31 and the second positioning hole 42. In this embodiment, by setting second positioning posts 31 at each corner of panel 3 and cooperating with the second positioning holes 42 on pot support 4, and then connecting them with fasteners, this multi-point connection method significantly enhances the connection strength between panel 3 and pot support 4. Moreover, by dispersing the connection points, the force on panel 3 can be distributed more evenly, improving the stability of the overall structure, effectively preventing loosening or detachment of the connection, and extending the service life of the product. In addition, setting second positioning posts 31 at each corner of panel 3 can evenly distribute the pressure on panel 3 to each connection point, avoiding local deformation or damage caused by concentrated force, improving the load-bearing capacity and pressure resistance of panel 3, and making the fryer assembly more stable and reliable during use.

[0068] Implementation method seven: such as Figure 3 and Figure 7 As shown, the inner wall of panel 3 is also provided with several buckles 32 extending toward the pot body support 4. The pot body support 4 is provided with fastening positions that are adapted to the buckles 32. Panel 3 is fixed to the pot body support 4 by the buckles 32 and the fastening positions. In this embodiment, the design of the buckles 32 and the fastening positions makes the connection between panel 3 and pot body support 4 simple and quick. During installation, simply align panel 3 with pot body support 4, apply appropriate pressure to align the buckles 32 with the fastening positions and tighten them to complete the installation, greatly improving assembly efficiency. Moreover, the buckles 32 and the fastening positions form multiple connection points between panel 3 and pot body support 4, which can evenly distribute the stress on panel 3 to each connection point, avoiding local deformation or damage caused by stress concentration, and improving the load-bearing capacity and compressive strength of the product.

[0069] Implementation method eight: such as Figure 3 and Figure 7 As shown, each corner of the inner wall of panel 3 is provided with a second positioning post 31 extending toward the pot body support 4. The pot body support 4 is provided with a second positioning hole 42 opposite to the position of the second positioning post 31. Panel 3 is fixedly connected to pot body support 4 by fasteners passing through the second positioning post 31 and the second positioning hole 42. In addition, the inner wall of panel 3 is also provided with several buckles 32 extending toward pot body support 4. Pot body support 4 is provided with fastening positions that are adapted to the buckles 32. Panel 3 is fixedly engaged with pot body support 4 by the buckles 32 and the fastening positions. More specifically, as shown... Figure 7 As shown, two second positioning posts 31 are respectively provided at the two upper corners of the inner wall of the panel 3, and two buckles 32 are provided between the two second positioning posts 31. The two buckles 32 are located on both sides of the connection position between the first sleeve 11 and the panel 3. Preferably, the distance between the buckle 32 and the connection position between the first sleeve 11 and the panel 3 is greater than the distance between the buckle 32 and the nearest second positioning post 31, so as to reduce the probability that the panel 3 will separate from the pot support 4 in the middle due to heat during cooking. Two second positioning posts 31 are respectively provided at the two lower corners of the inner wall of the panel 3, and two buckles 32 are provided between the two second positioning posts 31.

[0070] As a preferred embodiment of this application, such as Figure 3 As shown, the pot support 4 is provided with multiple third positioning posts 43, and the fryer 5 is provided with third positioning holes 51 opposite to the positions of the third positioning posts 43. The pot support 4 is fixedly connected to the fryer 5 by fasteners passing through the third positioning posts 43 and the third positioning holes 51. Preferably, there are three third positioning posts 43, and the three third positioning posts 43 are arranged in a triangle to improve the stability after the pot support 4 and the fryer 5 are connected. Correspondingly, there are three third positioning holes 51. Furthermore, the fryer 5 is provided with a recessed platform 52, and the third positioning holes 51 are located at the recessed platform 52. The recessed platform 52 is recessed in the direction away from the cooking cavity. After the fasteners are installed, the ends of the fasteners are located inside the recessed platform 52 to reduce the mutual interference between the food and the fasteners.

[0071] For any parts not mentioned in this application, existing technologies may be used or referenced.

[0072] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other. Each embodiment focuses on describing the differences from other embodiments.

[0073] The above descriptions are merely embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. The technical features or structures in the foregoing different embodiments can be arbitrarily combined to form other specific technical solutions as needed. For those skilled in the art, this application can have various modifications and variations. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principle of this application should be included within the scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. An air fryer, comprising a shell having a cooking cavity and an air fryer assembly for loading and unloading from the cooking cavity, the air fryer assembly comprising an air fryer, a pot support connected to the air fryer, a panel disposed on the side of the pot support opposite to the air fryer, and a handle disposed on the side of the panel opposite to the pot support, characterized in that, The handle is integrally formed with the panel. The handle has a first sleeve connected to the panel and a second sleeve connected to the first sleeve and suspended relative to the panel. The first sleeve has a first cavity extending laterally, and the second sleeve has a second cavity extending downward at an angle. The bottom of the second sleeve is provided with a handle cover that covers the second cavity.

2. An air fryer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower part of the second sleeve is provided with multiple slots along its circumference, and the handle cover is provided with multiple latches along its circumference. The handle cover is fixed to the bottom of the second sleeve by the latches and the slots.

3. An air fryer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second sleeve has a main body section and a positioning section located below the main body section with a smaller outer diameter than the main body section. The slot is provided on the outer periphery of the positioning section, and the latch protrudes inward along the handle cover. The outer side of the handle cover is flush with the outer side of the positioning section.

4. An air fryer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The handle is provided with a partition that separates the first cavity and the second cavity.

5. An air fryer according to claim 4, characterized in that, An inner corner and an outer corner are formed at the junction of the first sleeve and the second sleeve, and the partition plate connects the inner corner and the outer corner.

6. An air fryer according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first sleeve is provided with a first positioning post that is connected to the partition and extends laterally to pass through the first cavity. The pot body support is provided with a first positioning hole that is opposite to the position of the first positioning post. The first sleeve is fixedly connected to the pot body support by fasteners that pass through the first positioning hole and the first positioning post.

7. An air fryer according to claim 6, characterized in that, There are three first positioning posts, which are arranged in a triangle, and adjacent first positioning posts are connected by a reinforcing plate.

8. An air fryer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the second sleeve is provided with reinforcing ribs that extend downward at an angle.

9. An air fryer according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each corner of the inner sidewall of the panel is provided with a second positioning post extending toward the pot body support. The pot body support is provided with a second positioning hole opposite to the position of the second positioning post. The panel is fixedly connected to the pot body support by fasteners passing through the second positioning post and the second positioning hole.

10. An air fryer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the panel is also provided with several buckles extending toward the pot body support. The pot body support is provided with buckle positions that are adapted to the buckles. The panel is fixed to the pot body support by the buckles and the buckle positions.

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