Traditional Chinese medicine nursing fumigation barrel

By accelerating the steam flow and condensing it through the air guide plate and heat dissipation scale structure, the problems of high-temperature steam burns and low utilization rate are solved, achieving safe and efficient fumigation effect and convenient and clean storage.

CN224523588UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-21COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICE CENTER OF DANGWAN TOWN XIAOSHAN DISTRICT HANGZHOU CITY
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICE CENTER OF DANGWAN TOWN XIAOSHAN DISTRICT HANGZHOU CITY
Filing Date
2025-06-23
Publication Date
2026-07-21

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Technical Problem

Existing fumigation chambers do not cool down the high-temperature steam during the release of steam, which may burn users. They also have low steam utilization and are inconvenient to clean and store.

Method used

The design incorporates a guide vane and heat dissipation scale structure, which accelerates the steam flow rate through the air guide impeller and condenses it at the outlet. Combined with the detachable barrel structure, it facilitates cleaning and storage.

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces the risk of burns to users from high-temperature steam, improves steam utilization, and simplifies the cleaning and storage process.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to the technical field of fumigation barrels for traditional Chinese medicine nursing, and discloses a fumigation barrel for traditional Chinese medicine nursing, including a barrel bottom, a fumigation barrel wall on the upper surface of the barrel bottom, and a threaded connection between the barrel wall, a handle, a cover plate, and a leak-proof cover on one side of the fumigation barrel wall. This utility model has a reasonable structure. By pulling the handle, the fumigation barrel is moved. A steam generator delivers steam to the air supply pipe, which in turn delivers steam into the air guide plate. The air guide impeller rotates and sends the steam into the steam generator box. The air outlet delivers steam into the interior of the fumigation barrel. The legs are placed inside the fumigation barrel, and a foot massage stool is placed on the bottom of the barrel. The leak-proof cover and the cover plate are then placed on for fumigation. The sealing ring is adjusted to ensure comfort and airtightness. The cooling scale condenses the emitted steam. Rotating the cover plate opens the fumigation barrel, and the water guide groove allows the condensate retained on the cover plate to flow into the water guide hinge. The air guide plate is pulled out from the outside of the barrel, and the air diffuser plate is removed from the outside of the fumigation barrel.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of fumigation barrels for traditional Chinese medicine nursing, specifically a fumigation barrel for traditional Chinese medicine nursing. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional Chinese medicine fumigation is a traditional therapy that uses steam to deliver the active ingredients of Chinese herbs to specific parts of the body, achieving effects such as dispelling wind and dampness, promoting blood circulation, warming the meridians, and dispelling cold. Currently, there are many types of fumigation equipment on the market, including fumigation beds, fumigation chairs, fumigation chambers, and some simple fumigation barrels. However, fumigation barrels on the market are still relatively large and inconvenient to store, and it is difficult for personnel to clean the medicinal residue on the inner walls of the barrel after use. Furthermore, ordinary fumigation barrels cannot efficiently utilize the Chinese herbal liquid, and the steam cannot be fully utilized.

[0003] A fumigation barrel for traditional Chinese medicine nursing disclosed in Chinese Utility Model Patent Application Publication No. CN213822455U has a circular base at the bottom of the fumigation outer box, a heating battery plate at the top of the circular base, a battery replacement mechanism inside the heating battery plate, a limiting plate fixedly connected to the top of the heating battery plate, a fumigation outer cylinder inside the limiting plate, a fumigation collection plate inside the fumigation outer cylinder, and a brush-washing rubber surface on the fumigation collection plate. However, if the high-temperature steam is not cooled during the dissipation, it may scald the user. Furthermore, it cannot efficiently utilize the medicinal liquid of traditional Chinese medicine, and the steam cannot be fully utilized efficiently within the fumigation barrel. Therefore, we propose a novel device to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] (a) Technical problems to be solved To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a traditional Chinese medicine fumigation bucket, which solves the problems of potential burns to users if the high-temperature steam is not cooled during dissipation, inefficient utilization of Chinese medicine liquid, and inefficient full utilization of steam within the fumigation bucket.

[0005] (II) Technical Solution To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: It includes a barrel bottom, the upper surface of which is provided with a fumigation barrel wall. A connecting barrel wall is threaded through one side of the fumigation barrel wall. A handle is rotatably connected to one side of the fumigation barrel wall. A cover plate is rotatably connected to the upper surface of the fumigation barrel wall. A leak-proof cover is fitted onto the upper surface of the connecting barrel wall. A sealing ring is provided on one side of the leak-proof cover. A steam generator box is provided on one side of the barrel bottom. An air outlet is slidably connected to the upper surface of the steam generator box. An air inlet plate is inserted into one side of the steam generator box. An impeller frame is slidably connected to one side of the air inlet plate. An impeller is rotatably connected to one side of the impeller frame. An air guide plate is inserted into one side of the bottom of the box. An air guide impeller is rotatably connected to one side of the air guide plate. An air inlet plate is inserted into one side of the air inlet plate. An air supply pipe is inserted into one side of the air supply pipe. A steam generator is inserted into one side of the air supply pipe. A generator cover plate is provided on the upper surface of the steam generator. A generator handle is rotatably connected to one side of the steam generator.

[0006] Optionally, a support rod is fitted onto one side of the wall of the fumigation barrel, a seat is inserted into the upper surface of the support rod, a foot massage stool is fitted onto one side of the support rod, a massage rod is rotatably connected to one side of the foot massage stool, and a massage wheel is provided on one side of the massage rod.

[0007] Optionally, a heat-conducting fin ring is inserted into one side of the fumigation barrel wall, and the number of heat-conducting fin rings is three. A diffuser plate is inserted into one side of the connecting barrel wall, and a heat dissipation scale is inserted into one side of the diffuser plate.

[0008] Optionally, a movable plate is inserted into one side of the bottom of the bucket, and one side of the movable plate is provided with two movable wheels.

[0009] Optionally, the cover plate has a water guide groove inside, the inner side of the cover plate is semi-circular, a water guide hinge is provided on one side of the cover plate, and a water guide block is inserted into one side of the water guide hinge.

[0010] Optionally, an air guide channel is provided inside the wall of the fumigation barrel, a connecting seat is provided on one side of the wall of the fumigation barrel, and a hinge shaft seat is provided on one side of the wall of the fumigation barrel.

[0011] Optionally, an air outlet is provided on one side of the connecting barrel wall, a drain hole is provided on one side of the connecting barrel wall, and a sealing ring is provided on one side of the air inlet plate.

[0012] Optionally, the air diffuser plate has an air diffuser hole on one side and a drain groove on one side.

[0013] In summary, the technical effects and advantages of this utility model are as follows: 1. This utility model has a reasonable structure. Pulling the handle moves the fumigation barrel. A steam generator delivers steam to the air supply pipe, which then guides the steam into the air guide plate. The rotating air guide impeller increases the steam flow rate, sending the steam into the steam generator box. The steam is then delivered into the fumigation barrel through the outlet. Users place their legs inside the barrel, with a foot massage stool at the bottom. A leak-proof cover and lid are used for fumigation. Adjusting the sealing ring ensures comfort and a tight seal. Cooling scales condense the steam before it dissipates. This design addresses the issue of conventional fumigation barrels lacking steam flow promotion devices, resulting in inefficient steam circulation and preventing most of the steam from entering the barrel. Rapid upward flow reduces the fumigation effect and the utilization rate of the herbal medicine solution. High-temperature steam escaping from the barrel without cooling could scald users and increase the probability of accidents. This equipment cools and condenses the steam before it escapes, turning it into condensate that flows back into the barrel. Even partially condensed steam is effectively cooled and will not cause burns when discharged. The air guide impeller inside the air guide plate accelerates the flow rate of the incoming steam. The steam generator's outlet is aligned with the air guide duct, which efficiently transports the steam upwards, ensuring high steam utilization and increasing the utilization rate of the herbal medicine solution. The handle also facilitates moving the fumigation barrel.

[0014] 2. In this utility model, the fumigation barrel is opened by rotating the cover plate. The condensate retained on the cover plate flows into the water guide hinge through the water guide channel, and then into the water guide block through the water guide channel on the water guide hinge. This addresses the issue that during fumigation, steam condenses into condensate, which, if not effectively treated, can spill onto the user's legs, causing discomfort. The cover plate of this device directs the condensate to one side of the barrel wall, preventing it from spilling onto the user's legs and improving the user experience during fumigation. After use, the air guide plate is pulled out from the outside of the barrel, and the diffuser plate is removed from the fumigation chamber. The external parts of the fumigation barrel can be removed by disassembling the barrel walls from the connecting barrel walls. After use, because some Chinese herbal medicine liquid may remain inside the barrel, bacteria can easily grow if it is not disinfected and cleaned. Some equipment may not be convenient to disassemble and clean quickly, greatly increasing the difficulty of daily cleaning. Ordinary fumigation barrels are large and inconvenient to store. The air guide plate and diffuser plate of this equipment can be directly removed for disinfection and cleaning after use. The fumigation barrel can be directly disassembled, and the disassembled barrel walls are convenient for disinfection and cleaning. It also reduces the footprint of the fumigation barrel and reduces the difficulty of daily cleaning. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model; Figure 2This is an exploded schematic diagram of the fumigation barrel wall structure of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the explosion of the steam generator box structure of this utility model; Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the air guide plate structure of this utility model; Figure 5 This is an exploded schematic diagram of the steam generator structure of this utility model; Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the seat structure of this utility model; Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the connecting barrel wall structure of this utility model; Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the cover plate structure of this utility model.

[0016] In the diagram: 1. Bottom of the tank; 2. Fumigation tank wall; 3. Connecting tank wall; 4. Handle; 5. Cover plate; 6. Leak-proof cover; 7. Sealing ring; 8. Steam generator box; 9. Air outlet; 10. Air inlet plate; 11. Impeller frame; 12. Impeller; 13. Air guide plate; 14. Air guide impeller; 15. Air inlet plate; 16. Air supply pipe; 17. Steam generator; 18. Generator cover plate; 19. Generator handle; 20. Support rod; 21. Seat plate; 22. Foot massage stool; 23. Massage rod; 24. Massage wheel; 25. Heat-conducting fin ring; 26. Air diffuser plate; 27. Heat dissipation scale; 28. Moving plate; 29. ​​Moving wheel; 30. Water guide hinge; 31. Water guide block. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0018] Example: Reference Figures 1-8The illustrated traditional Chinese medicine fumigation bucket includes a bucket bottom 1, a fumigation bucket wall 2 on the upper surface of the bucket bottom 1, a connecting bucket wall 3 threaded through one side of the fumigation bucket wall 2, a handle 4 rotatably connected to one side of the fumigation bucket wall 2, a cover plate 5 rotatably connected to the upper surface of the fumigation bucket wall 2, a leak-proof cover 6 fitted onto the upper surface of the connecting bucket wall 3, a sealing ring 7 on one side of the leak-proof cover 6, a steam generating box 8 on one side of the bucket bottom 1, an air outlet 9 slidably connected to the upper surface of the steam generating box 8, and an air inlet plate 1 inserted into one side of the steam generating box 8. 0. An impeller frame 11 is slidably connected to one side of the air inlet plate 10. An impeller 12 is rotatably connected to one side of the impeller frame 11. An air guide plate 13 is inserted into one side of the bottom of the barrel 1. An air guide impeller 14 is rotatably connected to one side of the air guide plate 13. An air inlet plate 15 is inserted into one side of the air inlet plate 15. An air supply pipe 16 is inserted into one side of the air supply pipe 16. A steam generator 17 is inserted into one side of the air supply pipe 16. A generator cover plate 18 is provided on the upper surface of the steam generator 17. A generator handle 19 is rotatably connected to one side of the steam generator 17.

[0019] As a preferred embodiment of this example, Figures 2 to 7As shown, the upper surface of the bottom 1 of the fumigation barrel is provided with a fumigation barrel wall 2. An air guide channel is opened inside the fumigation barrel wall 2. A connecting seat is provided on one side of the fumigation barrel wall 2. A hinge shaft seat is provided on one side of the fumigation barrel wall 2. A support rod 20 is sleeved on one side of the fumigation barrel wall 2. A seat plate 21 is inserted into the upper surface of the support rod 20. A foot massage stool 22 is sleeved on one side of the support rod 20. A massage rod 23 is rotatably connected to one side of the foot massage stool 22. A massage wheel 24 is provided on one side of the massage rod 23. Three heat-conducting fins 25 are inserted into one side of the fumigation barrel wall 2. A diffuser plate 26 is inserted into one side of the connecting barrel wall 3. A diffuser hole is opened on one side of the diffuser plate 26. A drain groove is opened on one side of the diffuser plate 26. A heat dissipation scale 27 is inserted into one side of the diffuser plate 26. A threaded connection to the connecting barrel wall 3 runs through one side of wall 2. An air outlet and a drain hole are located on one side of connecting barrel wall 3. A sealing ring is located on one side of the air inlet plate 15. A handle 4 is rotatably connected to one side of fumigation barrel wall 2. A cover plate 5 is rotatably connected to the upper surface of fumigation barrel wall 2. A leak-proof cover 6 is fitted onto the upper surface of connecting barrel wall 3. A sealing ring 7 is located on one side of the leak-proof cover 6. A steam generating box 8 is located on one side of the barrel bottom 1. An air outlet 9 is slidably connected to the upper surface of the steam generating box 8. An air inlet plate 10 is inserted into one side of the steam generating box 8. An impeller frame 11 is slidably connected to one side of the air inlet plate 10. An impeller 12 is rotatably connected to one side of the impeller frame 11. An air guide plate 13 is inserted into one side of the barrel bottom 1. An air guide impeller is rotatably connected to one side of the air guide plate 13. 14. An air inlet plate 15 is inserted into one side of the air guide plate 13, and an air supply pipe 16 is inserted into one side of the air inlet plate 15. A steam generator 17 is inserted into one side of the air supply pipe 16. A generator cover plate 18 is provided on the upper surface of the steam generator 17. A generator handle 19 is rotatably connected to one side of the steam generator 17. During use, pulling the handle 4 moves the fumigation barrel, and the steam generator 17 delivers steam to the air supply pipe 16. The steam enters the air guide plate 13 through the air supply pipe 16. The steam is sent into the steam generator box 8 by rotating the air guide impeller 14. The steam is delivered into the fumigation barrel through the air outlet 9. The legs are placed in the fumigation barrel, and the foot massage stool 22 is placed on the bottom 1 of the barrel. The anti-leakage cover is then placed on top. 6. The cover plate 5 is used for fumigation. The sealing ring 7 is adjusted to ensure comfort and airtightness. The heat dissipation scale 27 condenses the steam about to dissipate. During fumigation, ordinary fumigation barrels lack equipment to promote steam flow, resulting in inefficient steam circulation and reduced fumigation effect. This also reduces the utilization rate of the Chinese herbal medicine solution. Furthermore, if the high-temperature steam released from the barrel is not cooled, it could burn the user, increasing the probability of accidents. This device cools and condenses the steam about to dissipate, turning the high-temperature steam into condensate that flows into the barrel. Even the partially condensed steam is effectively cooled and will not cause burns when discharged from the barrel.The air guide impeller 14 inside the air guide plate 13 can accelerate the flow rate of the incoming steam. The air outlet 9 of the steam generator box 8 is aligned with the air guide duct, which can efficiently transport the steam from the duct to the top, ensuring the utilization rate of the steam and increasing the utilization rate of the traditional Chinese medicine liquid. The handle 4 also facilitates the movement of the fumigation barrel.

[0020] like Figure 2 and Figures 4 to 8 As shown, in this embodiment, the upper surface of the barrel bottom 1 is provided with a fumigation barrel wall 2. A connecting seat is provided on one side of the fumigation barrel wall 2, and a hinge shaft seat is provided on one side of the fumigation barrel wall 2. A movable plate 28 is inserted into one side of the barrel bottom 1, and a movable wheel 29 is provided on one side of the movable plate 28. There are two movable wheels 29. A connecting barrel wall 3 is threaded through one side of the fumigation barrel wall 2. An air outlet is opened on one side of the connecting barrel wall 3, and a drain hole is opened on one side of the connecting barrel wall 3. A sealing ring is provided on one side of the air inlet plate 15. A diffuser plate 26 is inserted into one side of the connecting barrel wall 3. A diffuser hole is opened on one side of the diffuser plate 26, and a drain groove is opened on one side of the diffuser plate 26. A heat dissipation scale 27 is inserted into one side of the air diffuser 26. A handle 4 is rotatably connected to one side of the fumigation barrel wall 2. A cover plate 5 is rotatably connected to the upper surface of the fumigation barrel wall 2. A water guide groove is opened inside the cover plate 5. The inner side of the cover plate 5 is semi-circular. A water guide hinge 30 is provided on one side of the cover plate 5. A water guide block 31 is inserted into one side of the water guide hinge 30. An air guide plate 13 is inserted into one side of the barrel bottom 1. An air guide impeller 14 is rotatably connected to one side of the air guide plate 13. An air inlet plate 15 is inserted into one side of the air guide plate 13. An air supply pipe 16 is inserted into one side of the air inlet plate 15. During use, the fumigation barrel is opened by rotating the cover plate 5, and water is introduced through the air guide plate 16. The condensate retained on the cover plate 5 flows into the water guide hinge 30, and then through the water guide groove on the water guide hinge 30, the condensate flows into the water guide block 31. Normally, during fumigation, steam condenses into condensate, which, if not effectively treated, will spill onto the user's legs, causing discomfort. The cover plate 5 of this device directs the condensate to one side of the barrel wall, preventing it from spilling onto the user's legs and improving the user experience during fumigation. After use, the air guide plate 13 is pulled out from the outside of the barrel, the diffuser plate 26 is removed from the outside of the fumigation barrel, and the fumigation barrel wall 2 is reconnected to the connecting barrel wall 3. The equipment can be disassembled to address the issue of residual Chinese herbal medicine liquid inside the fumigation barrel after use. Without disinfection and cleaning, bacteria can easily grow. Some equipment may be difficult to disassemble and clean quickly, significantly increasing the difficulty of daily cleaning. Typical fumigation barrels are bulky and inconvenient to store. However, the air guide plate 13 and diffuser plate 26 of this equipment can be directly removed for disinfection and cleaning after use. The fumigation barrel can be disassembled directly, making disinfection and cleaning of the disassembled barrel walls easier. This also reduces the footprint of the fumigation barrel and the difficulty of daily cleaning. The casters 31 also allow the fumigation barrel to be moved after use.

[0021] The working principle of this practical application is as follows: During use, pulling the handle 4 moves the fumigation barrel, and the steam generator 17 delivers steam to the air supply pipe 16. The steam then enters the air guide plate 13 through the air supply pipe 16. The air guide impeller 14 rotates to increase the steam flow rate and deliver the steam into the steam generator box 8. The steam is then delivered into the fumigation barrel through the air outlet 9. The user places their legs inside the fumigation barrel, places the foot massage stool 22 on the bottom 1 of the barrel, and closes the leak-proof cover 6 and the cover plate 5 to perform the fumigation treatment. Steaming is performed by adjusting the sealing ring 7 to ensure comfort and sealing. The steam about to be released is condensed by the cooling scale 27. The fumigation barrel is opened by rotating the cover plate 5. The condensate remaining on the cover plate 5 flows into the water guide hinge 30 through the water guide channel. The condensate flows into the water guide block 31 through the water guide channel on the water guide hinge 30. The air guide plate 13 is pulled out from the outside of the barrel. The air diffuser plate 26 is removed from the outside of the fumigation barrel. The fumigation barrel wall 2 is disassembled from the connecting barrel wall 3.

[0022] All electrical components mentioned in this article are connected to an external main controller and 220V AC mains power, and the main controller can be a conventional known device such as a computer that can control it.

[0023] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A traditional Chinese medicine fumigation bucket, comprising a bucket bottom (1), characterized in that: The upper surface of the bottom (1) of the barrel is provided with a fumigation barrel wall (2). A connecting barrel wall (3) is threaded through one side of the fumigation barrel wall (2). A handle (4) is rotatably connected to one side of the fumigation barrel wall (2). A cover plate (5) is rotatably connected to the upper surface of the fumigation barrel wall (2). A leak-proof cover (6) is fitted onto the upper surface of the connecting barrel wall (3). A sealing ring (7) is provided on one side of the leak-proof cover (6). A steam generating box (8) is provided on one side of the bottom (1). An air outlet (9) is slidably connected to the upper surface of the steam generating box (8). An air inlet plate (10) is inserted into one side of the steam generating box (8). One side of the barrel bottom (1) is slidably connected to an impeller frame (11), and one side of the impeller frame (11) is rotatably connected to an impeller (12). One side of the barrel bottom (1) is inserted with a guide plate (13), one side of the guide plate (13) is rotatably connected to a guide impeller (14), one side of the guide plate (13) is inserted with an air inlet plate (15), one side of the air inlet plate (15) is inserted with a gas delivery pipe (16), one side of the gas delivery pipe (16) is inserted with a steam generator (17), the upper surface of the steam generator (17) is provided with a generator cover plate (18), and one side of the steam generator (17) is rotatably connected with a generator handle (19).

2. The traditional Chinese medicine nursing fumigation bucket according to claim 1, characterized in that: A support rod (20) is sleeved on one side of the wall (2) of the fumigation barrel. A seat board (21) is inserted into the upper surface of the support rod (20). A foot massage stool (22) is sleeved on one side of the support rod (20). A massage rod (23) is rotatably connected to one side of the foot massage stool (22). A massage wheel (24) is provided on one side of the massage rod (23).

3. The traditional Chinese medicine nursing fumigation bucket according to claim 1, characterized in that: A heat-conducting fin ring (25) is inserted into one side of the fumigation barrel wall (2), and the number of the heat-conducting fin ring (25) is three. A diffuser plate (26) is inserted into one side of the connecting barrel wall (3), and a heat dissipation scale (27) is inserted into one side of the diffuser plate (26).

4. The traditional Chinese medicine nursing fumigation bucket according to claim 1, characterized in that: A movable plate (28) is inserted into one side of the bottom (1) of the bucket, and a movable wheel (29) is provided on one side of the movable plate (28), and the number of the movable wheel (29) is two.

5. A traditional Chinese medicine nursing fumigation bucket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cover plate (5) has a water guide groove inside, the inner side of the cover plate (5) is semi-circular, a water guide hinge (30) is provided on one side of the cover plate (5), and a water guide block (31) is inserted into one side of the water guide hinge (30).

6. The traditional Chinese medicine nursing fumigation bucket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The interior of the fumigation barrel wall (2) is provided with an air guide channel, and a connecting seat is provided on one side of the fumigation barrel wall (2). A hinge shaft seat is provided on one side of the fumigation barrel wall (2).

7. The traditional Chinese medicine nursing fumigation bucket according to claim 1, characterized in that: An air outlet is provided on one side of the connecting barrel wall (3), a drain hole is provided on one side of the connecting barrel wall (3), and a sealing ring is provided on one side of the air inlet plate (15).

8. A traditional Chinese medicine nursing fumigation bucket according to claim 3, characterized in that: The air diffuser plate (26) has an air diffuser hole on one side and a drain groove on one side.