Food processor

Abstract

The application provides a food processor, which comprises a base, a stirring cup and a cover assembly. The base comprises a base plate and a supporting seat extending upward from the base plate. The stirring cup is placed on the base plate, and the cover assembly is rotatably or detachably connected with the supporting seat, so as to facilitate assembly of the stirring cup assembly. The cover assembly covers the stirring cup of the food processor assembled on the base plate. The supporting seat is located at the front side of the stirring cup. The cover assembly is provided with an exhaust passage. The exhaust passage is connected with the space in the stirring cup and the external space. The outlet of the exhaust passage is directed to the left side and / or the right side of the stirring cup. When an operator operates the food processor, the steam is discharged in a direction away from the operator compared with top exhaust, so that scalding caused by the steam can be avoided. Meanwhile, compared with top exhaust, the noise is diffused to the side when the steam is discharged to the side, so that the noise is lower. The gas in the stirring cup is directly discharged from the side of the cover assembly, so that a complex sealing structure is not needed, and the exhaust path is simple. The exhaust passage does not pass through the inside of the cover assembly, so that water can be prevented from entering the inside of the cover assembly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of food processing, and more particularly to a food processor. Background Technology

[0002] As people's living standards continue to improve, many different types of food processors have appeared on the market. The functions of food processors mainly include, but are not limited to, making soy milk, juicing, rice paste, mincing meat, shaved ice, making coffee, and / or preparing face masks. Food processors can include soy milk makers, blenders, or high-speed blenders—machines that pulverize and mix food. However, existing food processors have upward-facing exhaust vents, posing a risk of burns to the operator. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application provides a food processor that can prevent burns to the operator.

[0004] This application provides a food processor, including: a base, a blending cup, and a lid assembly. The base includes a base and a support extending upward from the base. The blending cup is placed on the base. The lid assembly is rotatably or detachably connected to the support assembly. The lid assembly covers the blending cup of the food processor assembled on the base. The support assembly is located on the front side of the blending cup. The lid assembly has a venting channel that connects the space inside the blending cup with the external space. The outlet of the venting channel faces the left and / or right side of the blending cup.

[0005] The lid assembly of the above-mentioned technical solution is rotatably or detachably connected to the support base, which facilitates the assembly of the mixing cup assembly. The exhaust channel of the above-mentioned technical solution faces the left and / or right side of the mixing cup. When the operator operates the food processor, the steam exhaust direction is away from the operator compared to top exhaust, which can avoid steam burns. At the same time, compared to top exhaust, the noise of side exhaust diffuses to the side, resulting in lower noise. Furthermore, the gas in the mixing cup is directly discharged from the side of the lid assembly, eliminating the need for a complex sealing structure and simplifying the exhaust path. Moreover, the exhaust channel does not pass through the inside of the lid assembly, preventing water from entering the interior of the lid assembly.

[0006] Furthermore, the exhaust channel is provided with at least one inlet, the inlet connecting the space inside the stirring cup with the exhaust channel.

[0007] Furthermore, the exhaust channel is provided with a pair of inlets and a pair of outlets, with the pair of inlets communicating with the pair of outlets respectively, one of the outlets facing the left side of the mixing cup and the other outlet facing the right side of the mixing cup.

[0008] The above-mentioned technical solution allows for a larger effective exhaust area in the food processor, and the noise during exhaust is diffused to both sides, resulting in lower noise levels. The exhaust channel path is also relatively simple, making it easy to process and shape.

[0009] Furthermore, the cover assembly includes an assembly part, at least a portion of which is assembled into the mixing cup and sealed to the inner wall of the mixing cup. The exhaust channel passes through the assembly part and its outlet is located outside the mixing cup. The interior of the mixing cup communicates with the outside through the exhaust channel.

[0010] The assembly section of the above-mentioned technical solution can appropriately increase the air pressure inside the mixing cup, thereby shortening the heating time of the ingredients; at the same time, by restricting the steam exhaust path, it can prevent water vapor from entering the food processor and thus avoid damaging the food processor.

[0011] Furthermore, the assembly part is provided with a sealing ring to fit and seal against the inner wall of the stirring cup.

[0012] The sealing ring in the above technical solution has a better sealing effect.

[0013] Furthermore, the cover assembly includes a machine cover and a cup cover, the cup cover is disposed on the stirring cup, the machine cover is disposed on top of the cup cover, the machine cover is rotatably connected to or detachably connected to the support base, and the assembly part is disposed on the cup cover.

[0014] The separate design of the machine lid and cup lid in the above technical solution not only facilitates processing and molding but also makes cleaning easier.

[0015] Furthermore, the cup lid includes a top wall, the assembly portion extends downward from the top wall, the assembly portion includes opposing inner and outer sides, and the exhaust channel passes through the inner and outer sides.

[0016] Furthermore, the cup lid includes a protruding edge extending downward from the top wall, the protruding edge surrounding the periphery of the assembly portion, and the cup lid includes a connecting portion connecting the protruding edge and the assembly portion, the connecting portion forming the exhaust channel.

[0017] The protruding edge of the cup lid in the above technical solution ensures a smooth appearance of the mixing cup assembly when the lid is assembled to the mixing cup. It also prevents issues such as sealing ring failure due to incomplete assembly, or the inability of the exhaust channel to properly exhaust air due to overly deep assembly.

[0018] Furthermore, the top wall is the top of the connecting part, and the bottom of the connecting part is flush with the bottom of the protruding edge.

[0019] The connection part of the above technical solution can maximize the exhaust area of ​​the exhaust channel.

[0020] Furthermore, the sum of the cross-sectional areas of all the exhaust channels of the food processor is greater than or equal to 30 square millimeters.

[0021] The food processor using the above-mentioned technical solution can ensure sufficient exhaust volume, preventing excessive air pressure inside the mixing cup due to insufficient exhaust volume, which could pose a safety hazard.

[0022] Furthermore, the food processor also includes a blending cup assembly, which includes the blending cup and a heating plate and a blade assembly disposed at the bottom of the blending cup. The food processor also includes a motor disposed in the base or at the bottom of the blending cup, the motor including an output shaft, and the blade assembly disposed at the top of the output shaft; and / or, a power supply assembly is provided in the support base, and a control assembly electrically connected to the power supply assembly is provided in the cover assembly.

[0023] The blending cup assembly of the above-mentioned technical solution has higher heating efficiency and better heating effect; the food processor of the above-mentioned technical solution avoids stacking the power supply component, control component and motor together. By reasonably arranging the positions of the three components, the height of the food processor can be effectively reduced, making it more compact and exquisite. In this way, the vibration generated by the food processor during operation can be reduced, and it occupies less space. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the food processor of this application, wherein the mixing cup assembly is placed on the base and the lid is in the closed state;

[0025] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows a food processor with the blending cup assembly placed on the base and the lid open.

[0026] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows a food processor with the lid open and the blending cup assembly not placed on the base.

[0027] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Bottom view of the mixing cup assembly shown;

[0028] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 An exploded view of the mixing cup assembly shown;

[0029] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the food processor shown;

[0030] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A partially enlarged view of the cross-sectional schematic diagram shown;

[0031] Figure 8 yes Figure 4 Another exploded view of the mixing cup assembly shown;

[0032] Figure 9 yes Figure 3 An exploded view of the food processor lid shown;

[0033] Figure 10 yes Figure 1 The diagram shown is an exploded view of the food processor after the mixing cup assembly has been removed, showing only a portion of the lid.

[0034] Figure 11 yes Figure 1 A partially enlarged view of another cross-sectional schematic diagram of the food processor shown;

[0035] Figure 12 yes Figure 1 The diagram shown is a cross-sectional view of the food processor after the mixing bowl assembly and lid have been removed.

[0036] Figure 13 yes Figure 1 The diagram shown is an exploded view of the food processor after the mixing bowl assembly and lid have been removed.

[0037] Figure 14 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a second embodiment of the food processor of this application, wherein the mixing cup assembly is placed on the base and the lid is closed;

[0038] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the third embodiment of the food processor of this application, wherein the lid assembly is in the open state and the blending cup is placed on the base;

[0039] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the fourth embodiment of the food processor of this application, wherein the lid assembly is in a disassembled state and the blending cup is placed on the base;

[0040] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the fifth embodiment of the food processor of this application, wherein the mixing cup assembly is placed on the base and the lid is closed;

[0041] Figure 18 yes Figure 17 The diagram shows a food processor with the blending cup assembly placed on the base and the lid open.

[0042] Figure 19 yes Figure 18 A schematic diagram of the cup lid shown;

[0043] Figure 20yes Figure 19 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the cup lid. Detailed Implementation

[0044] The technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementations") of this application will be clearly and completely described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements.

[0045] If the embodiments of this application contain terms relating to directional indications or positional relationships (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inside, outside, top, bottom, center, vertical, horizontal, longitudinal, transverse, length, width, counterclockwise, clockwise, axial, radial, circumferential, etc.), such terms are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and movements between components in a specific posture (as shown in the attached figures); if the specific posture changes, the directional indications or positional relationships will also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" used in the embodiments of this application are only for descriptive convenience and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0046] Figures 1 to 13 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the first embodiment of the food processor of this application. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 1 to 3 The food processor 100 can be used to make soy milk, rice paste, juice, etc. The food processor 100 includes a base 10, a blending cup assembly 20, and a lid assembly 50. The base 10 includes a base 11 and a support base 12 extending upward from the base 11. The support base 12 and the base 11 can be integrally formed, or they can be formed separately and then assembled together.

[0047] Please see Figures 1 to 8 The mixing cup assembly 20 is assembled onto the base 11. The lid assembly 50 is rotatably or detachably connected to the support base 12, facilitating the assembly of the mixing cup assembly 20. The mixing cup assembly 20 includes a mixing cup 21, a heating plate 22 disposed at the bottom of the mixing cup 21, and a blade assembly 23. The support base 12 is located on the front side of the mixing cup 21. The heating plate 22, disposed at the bottom of the mixing cup 21, provides higher heating efficiency and better heating effect.

[0048] The mixing cup 21 is used to place food ingredients, the heating plate 22 is used to heat the food ingredients in the mixing cup 21, and the knife assembly 23 is used to beat and crush the food ingredients in the mixing cup 21. The mixing cup 21 includes a cup body 219 and a handle 218. The cup body 219 is provided with a cup spout 2191, and the position of the cup spout 2191 is set opposite to that of the handle 218. The cross-section of the cup body 219 can be set to be approximately square, so that the mixing cup 21 can be made shorter and can have the same volume. Turbulence ribs 214 are provided at the four corners of the mixing cup 21, or the turbulence ribs 214 can be not provided. In other embodiments, the cross-section of the cup body 219 can also be set to be circular or other shapes.

[0049] The lid assembly 50 is provided with an exhaust passage 501 to connect the space inside the mixing cup 21 with the external space. The exhaust passage 501 penetrates the lid assembly 50 in the vertical direction to connect the space inside the mixing cup 21 with the external space. The outlet of the exhaust passage 501 is arranged upward. The steam generated when the food ingredients in the mixing cup 21 are heated is discharged through the exhaust passage 501 to achieve the exhaust function.

[0050] The lid assembly 50 includes a machine lid 30 and a cup lid 25. The cup lid 25 is detachably covered on the mixing cup 21. The machine lid 30 is rotatably connected to the support base 12 and is covered above the cup lid 25. The exhaust passage 501 penetrates the machine lid 30 and the cup lid 25. In the first embodiment, the machine lid 30 is assembled to the support base 12 so as to be rotatable up and down. In another embodiment, the machine lid 30 is assembled to the support base 12 so as to be rotatable in the horizontal direction.

[0051] The machine lid 30 and the cup lid 25 are separately provided, which is convenient for processing and forming; the cup lid 25 can be removed and cleaned separately, which is not only convenient for cleaning but also can be cleaned more thoroughly; after the food ingredients are made, when the mixing cup 21 is removed from the base 11, there is still the cup lid 25 to block the food ingredients, which can prevent the food ingredients from spilling and can also prevent scalding caused by the hot air of the food ingredients; the cup lid 25 can also block dust, which is more user-friendly.

[0052] See Figure 6 , a power supply component 13 is provided in the support base 12, and a control component 31 electrically connected to the power supply component 13 is provided in the lid assembly 50. The cooking machine 100 includes a motor 40 to drive the knife assembly 23 to rotate to beat the food ingredients. The motor 40 is arranged in the base 11 or at the bottom of the mixing cup 21. The motor 40 includes an output shaft 41, and the knife assembly 23 is arranged at the top end of the output shaft 41.

[0053] In one embodiment, the control component 31 is arranged in the machine lid 30.

[0054] In one embodiment, the power supply component 13 includes a power supply board, a storage battery, etc.

[0055] Since the power supply component 13 is located inside the support base 12 and the control component 31 is located inside the cover component 50, the power supply component 13, the control component 31 and the motor 40 are not stacked together. By reasonably arranging the positions of the three components, the height of the food processor 100 can be effectively reduced, so that the overall height of the food processor 100 is no more than 280 mm, making it more compact and exquisite. In this way, the vibration generated by the food processor 100 during operation can be reduced, and it occupies less space.

[0056] In another embodiment, both the power supply component 13 and the control component 31 are disposed within the cover component 50, and the motor 40 is disposed within the base 11 or at the bottom of the blending cup 21, which also reduces the height of the blender 100. In yet another embodiment, both the power supply component 13 and the control component 31 are disposed within the cover 30, and the motor 40 is disposed within the cup lid 25. In yet another embodiment, the power supply component 13 is disposed within the support base 12, the control component 31 is disposed within the cover 30, and the motor 40 is disposed within the cup lid 25.

[0057] In one embodiment, motor 40 is a brushless motor without a rear end cover, which results in a lower height for motor 40, thus reducing the overall height of the food processor 100. In other embodiments, motor 40 may also be a conventional brushed motor or a brushless motor.

[0058] Please see Figure 6 The cup lid 25 is equipped with a magnet 259, and the machine cover 30 is equipped with a reed switch 39 corresponding to the magnet 259. When the machine cover 30 is placed on the mixing cup 21, the reed switch 39 closes under the magnetic force of the magnet 259, allowing the control component 31 to open. When the machine cover 30 is opened, the reed switch 39 disengages because it is away from the magnet 259, preventing the control component 31 from opening. This prevents the control component 31 from opening when the machine cover 30 is not properly closed, making it safer to use. The cup lid 25, positioned below the machine cover 30, provides heat insulation, preventing the machine cover 30 from overheating and thus protecting the control component 31. In the illustrated embodiment, the cup lid 25 has a recess 255 for easy gripping by the user.

[0059] In one embodiment, the blade assembly 23 is detachably disposed at the bottom of the mixing cup 21. See also... Figures 5 to 8 The motor 40 is located at the bottom of the mixing cup 21. The output shaft 41 of the motor 40 passes through the heating plate 22. The top of the output shaft 41 is provided with a shaft part 48. The blade assembly 23 is detachably assembled to the shaft part 48.

[0060] Specifically, the shaft portion 48 is provided with a plurality of longitudinally extending ribs 480, which deflect circumferentially along the shaft portion 48. The blade assembly 23 includes a blade holder 231 sleeved on the shaft portion 48 and blades 232 fixed to the blade holder 231. The blade holder 231 is provided with protruding angles (not shown) that match the ribs 480. After use of the food processor 100, the blade assembly 23 can be disassembled for cleaning. In another embodiment, the blade assembly 23 can be fixedly mounted on the bottom of the mixing cup 21.

[0061] Please see Figures 9 to 11 The cover 30 includes a cover housing 37, a panel 36, and a control panel box 35. The control component 31 is disposed inside the cover housing 37, the control panel box 35 covers the control component 31, and the panel 36 is fixed on the control panel box 35. The top of the cover housing 37 is provided with a limiting rib 375 surrounding the panel 36, which limits the position of the panel 36.

[0062] The material of panel 36 can be glass, PC, IMD or PVC, etc., and is not limited to these.

[0063] The cover 30 is rotatably assembled to the top of the support base 12 via a pivot 341. Thus, the cover 30 can rotate relative to the support base 12 by providing the pivot 341. In one embodiment, the pivot 341 is disposed on the cover 30, and the support base 12 has a corresponding shaft hole that mates with the pivot 341. In another embodiment, the pivot 341 is disposed on the support base 12, and the cover 30 has a corresponding shaft hole that mates with the pivot 341.

[0064] The rotating shaft 341 is fixed to the cover housing 37, and the support base 12 is provided with a corresponding sliding sleeve 342. The sliding sleeve 342 is provided with a shaft hole 343 that mates with the rotating shaft 341. In this way, the rotation of the rotating shaft 341 is prevented from causing wear to the support base 12, and the rotation is smoother.

[0065] The cover 30 includes a pivot pin 344 and an elastic element 345 disposed on the cover housing 37. The support base 12 is correspondingly provided with a slide rail 120. The elastic element 345 applies an elastic force to the pivot pin 344 in the direction of the slide rail 120, causing the pivot pin 344 to press against the slide rail 120. The elastic force applied to the pivot pin 344 by the elastic element 345 causes the pivot pin 344 to press against the slide rail 120. The force of the pivot pin 344 on the slide rail 120 can make the cover 30 stay at a certain angle after it is opened.

[0066] In one embodiment, the slide rail 120 has an arc surface, and the pivot pin 344 slides back and forth along the arc surface of the slide rail 120 during the opening or closing of the cover 30.

[0067] In one embodiment, the rotating shaft 341 is fixed to the cover housing 37 by a pressure plate 348. Specifically, a fastener (not shown) passes through the pressure plate 348 and the rotating shaft 341 and locks with the cover housing 37. The elastic member 345 and the shaft pin 344 are located between the pressure plate 348 and the slide rail 120. One end of the elastic member 345 presses against the pressure plate 348, and the other end presses against the shaft pin 344. The shaft pin 344 is made of wear-resistant material, such as metal, etc. The elastic member 345 is a spring, an elastic rubber ring, a metal shrapnel, etc.

[0068] In one embodiment, the slide rail 120 is provided with at least one limiting groove 1201 that cooperates with the shaft pin 344. By the cooperation of the shaft pin 344 and the limiting groove 1201, the machine cover 30 can be more reliably held at a certain angle. The limiting groove 1201 can be provided with 1, 2 or more. For example, if it is necessary to open the machine cover 30 at an angle of 60 degrees or 90 degrees, the limiting groove 1201 is provided at the corresponding position of the slide rail 120. Of course, the above are just some examples and are not limited to the above examples.

[0069] Refer to Figures 12 to 13 , a power supply board box 121 is provided in the support base 12, the power supply component 13 is arranged in the power supply board box 121, the support base 12 is provided with a wire hole 122 for the lead wire to pass through and a partition rib 123 located on one side of the wire hole 122. The partition rib 123 extends to the upper end of the power supply board box 121, and the power supply board box 121 is provided with a guiding surface 1211 that docks with the partition rib 123. When water enters the support base 12 from the wire hole 122, it sequentially passes through the partition rib 123 and the guiding surface 1211 and then falls, avoiding contact between the water and the power supply component 13.

[0070] The middle position of the guiding surface 1211 is high and the two sides are low, so that the water entering the support base 12 flows to both sides after falling on the guiding surface 1211 and falls from both sides. The machine base 10 includes a bottom cover 19 provided at the bottom, and the bottom cover 19 is provided with a drain hole 191. The water falling from the guiding surface 1211 finally drains out from the drain hole 191. The power supply board box 121 includes a retaining rib 1214 that presses downward against the bottom cover 19, and a wire clamping groove 1215 is formed between the two retaining ribs 1214.

[0071] Refer to <​​​​The motor 40 is fixed to the motor frame 49. The bottom end of the stirring cup 21 has a flange 211 extending radially inward. The heating plate 22 presses down against the flange 211, and the motor frame 49 presses up against the flange 211. The motor frame 49 is locked to the heating plate 22, and a seal is formed between the heating plate 22 and the flange 211 by a disc sealing ring 221. During assembly, the disc sealing ring 221 is first fitted onto the edge of the heating plate 22. Then, the heating plate 22 is inserted into the mouth of the stirring cup 21 and pressed onto the flange 211 by the disc sealing ring 221. Then, the motor frame 49, which is equipped with a cup sealing ring 490, is fastened to the bottom end of the stirring cup 21 from bottom to top, and the motor frame 49 is locked to the heating plate 22 by fasteners. This fixes the heating plate 22, the stirring cup 21, and the motor frame 49 together, making assembly convenient and reliable. In addition, the motor frame 49 has two through slots 499, and the fuse 498 and the thermostat 497 are placed in the two through slots 499 respectively. The fuse 498 and the thermostat 497 are pressed against the heating plate 22 by the pressure plate 496. The pressure plate 496 is fixed to the motor frame 49 by fasteners, and then the motor 40 is fixed to the motor frame 49.

[0072] The motor frame 49 is equipped with a high-voltage upper coupler 481 and a low-voltage upper coupler 482. The motor 40 includes a motor body 44 and multiple mounting feet 45 disposed on the outside of the motor body 44. The motor 40 is mounted to the motor frame 49 via the mounting feet 45. The high-voltage upper coupler 481 is located between two adjacent mounting feet 45, and the low-voltage upper coupler 482 is located between another two adjacent mounting feet 45. That is, the coupler is split into independent high-voltage upper couplers 481 and low-voltage upper couplers 482, so that the high-voltage upper coupler 481 and low-voltage upper coupler 482 are small enough to be accommodated between two adjacent mounting feet 45, thereby further reducing the height of the food processor 100. Preferably, the height difference between the bottom end of the motor 40 and the bottom end of the high-voltage upper coupler 481 or the bottom end of the low-voltage upper coupler 482 does not exceed 10 mm. After fixing the motor 40, the high-voltage upper coupler 481 and the low-voltage upper coupler 482 to the motor frame 49, the cup bottom cover 488 is finally installed, with the high-voltage upper coupler 481 and the low-voltage upper coupler 482 passing through the holes provided in the cup bottom cover 488.

[0073] The base 11 has a downwardly recessed groove 111. A high-voltage lower coupler 112 and a low-voltage lower coupler 113 are disposed within the groove 111. The high-voltage lower coupler 112 is connected to the high-voltage upper coupler 481, and the low-voltage lower coupler 113 is connected to the low-voltage upper coupler 482. By placing the high-voltage lower coupler 112 and the low-voltage lower coupler 113 within the groove 111, the height of the base 11 can be reduced, thereby reducing the height of the food processor 100. In one embodiment, two protrusions 118 are provided within the groove 111, and the high-voltage lower coupler 112 and the low-voltage lower coupler 113 are respectively disposed on the two protrusions 118, thereby achieving waterproofing.

[0074] Figure 14 The diagram shown is a schematic diagram of a second embodiment of the food processor of this application. The difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment is that the motor 40 is disposed inside the base 11. Other features are the same as those in the first embodiment and will not be described again here.

[0075] Figure 15 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of a third embodiment of the food processor of this application. In this embodiment, the lid 30 is rotatably mounted on the support base 12, and the cup lid 25 is integrally formed with the lid 30. Thus, the structure of the blending cup assembly 20 is simpler.

[0076] Figure 16 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the fourth embodiment of the food processor of this application. In this embodiment, the cup lid 25 and the machine lid 30 are integrally formed, and the machine lid 30 is detachably assembled to the support base 12. The machine lid 30 is provided with a first coupler electrically connected to the control component 31, and the support base 12 is provided with a second coupler 124 electrically connected to the power supply component 13. When the machine lid 30 is assembled to the support base 12, the first coupler and the second coupler 124 are mated, thereby realizing the electrical connection between the control component 31 and the power supply component 13.

[0077] Figures 17 to 20 The diagram shown is a fifth embodiment of the food processor of this application. The difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment is that the exhaust channel 501 faces the left or right side of the mixing cup 21. Other features are the same as those in the first embodiment and will not be described again here.

[0078] Figure 17 The direction of the middle arrow X1 is the front side of the mixing cup 21, and the support base 12 is located on the front side of the mixing cup 21. Figure 17 The direction of the middle arrow X2 is the right side of the mixing cup 21, and the opposite direction of arrow X2 is the left side of the mixing cup 21.

[0079] The vent 501 faces the left and / or right side of the blending cup 21. When the operator operates the food processor 100, the steam is discharged away from the operator compared to top venting, which can avoid scalding from the steam. At the same time, compared to top venting, the noise of side venting is diffused to the side, resulting in lower noise. The gas in the blending cup 21 is discharged directly from the side of the lid assembly 50, which eliminates the need for a complex sealing structure and simplifies the venting path. Furthermore, the vent 501 does not pass through the inside of the lid assembly 50, which can prevent water from entering the inside of the lid assembly 50.

[0080] One exhaust channel 501 may be provided, which may face the left side or the right side of the mixing cup 21. Multiple exhaust channels 501 may also be provided. In one embodiment, the exhaust channel 501 has at least one inlet 5011, which connects the space inside the mixing cup 21 with the exhaust channel 501.

[0081] In one embodiment, the exhaust channel 501 has a pair of inlets 5011 and a pair of outlets 5012, with the inlets 5011 communicating with the outlets 5012 respectively. The inlets 5011 communicate with the space inside the mixing cup 21, and the outlets 5012 communicate with the external space. One outlet 5012 faces the left side of the mixing cup 21, and the other outlet 5012 faces the right side of the mixing cup 21, allowing for a larger effective exhaust area and dispersing exhaust noise to both sides, resulting in lower noise levels.

[0082] When the exhaust channel 501 has one inlet 5011, a channel can be provided in the cover assembly 50 to connect the inlet 5011 and two outlets 5012. When the exhaust channel 501 has multiple inlets 5011, the multiple inlets 5011 can be connected to the multiple outlets 5012 one by one.

[0083] The total cross-sectional area of ​​all the exhaust channels 501 of the food processor 100 is greater than or equal to 30 square millimeters to ensure exhaust volume and prevent excessive air pressure in the mixing cup 21 due to insufficient exhaust volume, which could cause safety hazards.

[0084] In one embodiment, the lid assembly 50 is rotatably or detachably connected to the support base 12. The lid assembly 50 includes an assembly portion 252. At least a portion of the assembly portion 252 is assembled into the mixing cup 21 and is fitted and sealed against the inner wall of the mixing cup 21. An exhaust channel 501 passes through the assembly portion 252 and its outlet 5012 is located outside the mixing cup 21. The interior of the mixing cup 21 communicates with the outside through the exhaust channel 501, which can appropriately increase the air pressure inside the mixing cup 21 and shorten the heating time of the food. At the same time, by restricting the steam exhaust path, water vapor can be prevented from entering the food processor 100 to avoid damage to the food processor 100. The exhaust channel 501 has a simple structure and is easy to process and shape.

[0085] In one embodiment, the assembly part 252 is provided with a sealing ring 26 to fit and seal against the inner wall of the mixing cup 21, resulting in a better sealing effect.

[0086] In one embodiment, the sealing ring 26 is detachably connected to the assembly part 252 to facilitate replacement of the sealing ring 26. In another embodiment, the sealing ring 26 may also be integrally formed with the assembly part 252.

[0087] The lid assembly 50 includes a machine lid 30 and a cup lid 25. The cup lid 25 covers the mixing cup 21, and the machine lid 30 covers the cup lid 25. The machine lid 30 is rotatably or detachably connected to the support base 12, and the assembly part 252 is disposed on the cup lid 25. The machine lid 30 and the cup lid 25 are separately configured, which not only facilitates processing and molding but also facilitates cleaning. The machine lid 30 can also be integrally configured with the cup lid 25.

[0088] In one embodiment, the cup lid 25 includes a top wall 251, and an assembly portion 252 extends downward from the top wall 251. The assembly portion 252 includes opposing inner side surfaces 2523 and outer side surfaces, and an exhaust channel 501 passes through the inner side surface 2523 and the outer side surface.

[0089] In one embodiment, the lid 25 includes a raised edge 253 extending downward from the top wall 251. The raised edge 253 surrounds the periphery of the assembly portion 252. The lid 25 includes a connecting portion 254 connecting the raised edge 253 and the assembly portion 252. The connecting portion 254 forms an exhaust channel 501. The connecting portion 254 is located above the mixing cup 21. The raised edge 253 ensures that the mixing cup assembly 20 has a flat appearance when the lid 25 is assembled to the mixing cup 21; it also avoids the problem of the sealing ring 26 failing to seal due to improper assembly of the assembly portion 252, or the exhaust channel 501 failing to exhaust properly due to excessive assembly of the assembly portion 252; furthermore, compared to a solution where there is no gap between the raised edge 253 and the assembly portion 252, the lid 25 is lighter.

[0090] In one embodiment, there may be no gap between the protruding edge 253 and the assembly part 252, and the outer side of the protruding edge 253 may be the outer side of the assembly part 252.

[0091] In one embodiment, the protruding edge 253 is pressed against the wall of the mixing cup 21.

[0092] In one embodiment, the top wall 251 is the top of the connecting portion 254, and the bottom of the connecting portion 254 is flush with the bottom of the protruding edge 253. The connection portion 254 is provided to maximize the exhaust area of ​​the exhaust passage 501.

[0093] In one embodiment, the lid 25 includes a lid handle 256 extending from the top wall 251 for easy removal of the lid 25. In another embodiment, the cover 30 is provided with a receiving groove 301, and when the lid 25 is placed on the cover 30, the lid handle 256 is received in the receiving groove 301 to reduce the height of the food processor 100.

[0094] In one embodiment, the top wall 251 is provided with a recessed groove 2511, and at least part of the cup lid handle 256 is located in the recessed groove 2511 to reduce the height of the food processor 100.

[0095] It should be noted that the technical solutions or features described in the above embodiments can be combined or complemented by each other without conflict. The scope of protection of this application is not limited to the precise structures described in the above embodiments and shown in the accompanying drawings; all modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A food processor, characterized in that, include: The base (10) includes a base (11) and a support (12) extending upward from the base (11); a stirring cup (21) is placed on the base (11); A cover assembly (50) is rotatably or detachably connected to the support base (12). The cover assembly (50) covers the stirring cup (21). The support base (12) is located on the front side of the stirring cup (21). The cover assembly (50) is provided with an exhaust channel (501). The exhaust channel (501) connects the space inside the stirring cup (21) with the external space. The outlet of the exhaust channel (501) faces the left and / or right side of the stirring cup (21).

2. The food processor as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The exhaust channel (501) is provided with at least one inlet (5011), and the inlet (5011) connects the space inside the stirring cup (21) with the exhaust channel (501).

3. The food processor as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The exhaust channel (501) is provided with a pair of inlets (5011) and a pair of outlets (5012). The pair of inlets (5011) are respectively connected to the pair of outlets (5012). One of the outlets (5012) faces the left side of the mixing cup (21), and the other outlet (5012) faces the right side of the mixing cup (21).

4. The food processor as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cover assembly (50) includes an assembly part (252), at least a portion of which is assembled into the stirring cup (21) and is fitted and sealed to the inner wall of the stirring cup (21). The exhaust channel (501) passes through the assembly part (252) and its outlet is located outside the stirring cup (21). The interior of the stirring cup (21) is connected to the outside through the exhaust channel (501).

5. The food processor as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The assembly part (252) is provided with a sealing ring (26) to fit and seal against the inner wall of the stirring cup (21).

6. The food processor as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The cover assembly (50) includes a machine cover (30) and a cup cover (25). The cup cover (25) covers the stirring cup (21), and the machine cover (30) covers the cup cover (25). The machine cover (30) is rotatably connected to the support base (12) or detachably connected to it. The assembly part (252) is disposed on the cup cover (25).

7. The food processor as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The cup lid (25) includes a top wall (251), and the assembly part (252) extends downward from the top wall (251). The assembly part (252) includes opposing inner side (2523) and outer side, and the exhaust channel (501) passes through the inner side (2523) and the outer side.

8. The food processor as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The cup lid (25) includes a protruding edge (253) extending downward from the top wall (251), the protruding edge (253) surrounding the periphery of the assembly part (252), and the cup lid (25) includes a connecting part (254) connecting the protruding edge (253) and the assembly part (252), the connecting part (254) forming the exhaust channel (501).

9. The food processor as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The top wall (251) is the top of the connecting part (254), and the bottom of the connecting part (254) is flush with the bottom of the protruding edge (253).

10. The food processor as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The sum of the cross-sectional areas of all the exhaust channels (501) of the food processor is greater than or equal to 30 square millimeters.

11. The food processor as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The food processor also includes a blending cup assembly (20), which includes the blending cup (21), a heating plate (22) disposed at the bottom of the blending cup (21), and a blade assembly (23). The food processor also includes a motor (40) disposed within the base (11) or at the bottom of the blending cup (21), the motor (40) including an output shaft (41), and the blade assembly (23) disposed at the top of the output shaft (41); and / or, The support base (12) is provided with a power supply assembly (13), and the cover assembly (50) is provided with a control assembly (31) that is electrically connected to the power supply assembly (13).

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