A dispenser assembly, a refrigerator door, and a refrigerator

Abstract

The embodiment of the present application provides a dispenser assembly, a refrigerator door and a refrigerator, the dispenser assembly is matched with a feeding assembly, wherein the dispenser assembly comprises a main body, an operation knob and a detection assembly; the main body has a discharging channel; the operation knob has an avoiding opening, the operation knob can rotate relative to the main body, and the avoiding opening avoids the discharging channel; the detection assembly is used for generating detection signals corresponding to different set positions of the operation knob respectively when the operation knob rotates to the different set positions, and the detection signals are used for making the feeding assembly deliver corresponding materials to the discharging channel. The dispenser assembly of the embodiment of the present application can reduce cost and has a relatively beautiful appearance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a dispenser assembly, a refrigerator door, and a refrigerator. Background Technology

[0002] Some refrigerators have ice and water outlets on their doors, which dispense water and / or ice through a dispenser on the door. This allows users to remove the prepared ice or ice water directly from the outside of the door without opening the refrigerator door.

[0003] Refrigerators in related technologies typically have a touchscreen on the refrigerator door, allowing users to select water, ice, etc. via the touchscreen; however, touchscreens are relatively expensive. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, embodiments of this application aim to provide a dispenser assembly, refrigerator door, and refrigerator that can reduce costs and have a more aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, one embodiment of this application provides a dispenser assembly, characterized in that the dispenser assembly cooperates with a feeding assembly, and the dispenser assembly includes:

[0006] The main body has a discharge channel;

[0007] An operating knob with a clearance opening is rotatable relative to the main body, and the clearance opening avoids the discharge channel;

[0008] The detection component is used to generate a detection signal corresponding to each of the multiple set positions when the operation knob is rotated to multiple different set positions. The detection signal is used to cause the feeding component to convey the corresponding material to the discharge channel.

[0009] In some embodiments, the detection component includes a sensor and a rotating member. The sensor is fixed to the main body, and the rotating member is connected to the operating knob to rotate relative to the sensor under the action of the operating knob. When the operating knob is rotated to each of the set positions, the rotating member triggers the sensor to generate the detection signal.

[0010] In some embodiments, the sensor has an installation channel, the body includes a guide shell having the discharge channel, the rotating member is sleeved with the operating knob, and the clearance opening avoids the installation channel, with at least a portion of the structure of the guide shell extending into the installation channel.

[0011] In some embodiments, the sensor includes a sleeve having the mounting channel and a detection element disposed on the outer periphery of the sleeve for generating the detection signal, the rotating member being sleeved on the outer periphery of the sleeve.

[0012] In some embodiments, the operating knob includes a knob body and a first engaging portion. The knob body has a receiving groove and a clearance opening communicating with the receiving groove. The first engaging portion is disposed in the receiving groove. The outer peripheral side of the rotating member has a second engaging portion. At least one portion of the rotating member with the second engaging portion is located in the receiving groove, and the second engaging portion engages with the first engaging portion.

[0013] In some embodiments, the knob body includes a side wall and an end wall having the clearance opening, the side wall and the end wall forming the receiving groove, the first engaging portion being disposed on the end wall and located on the outer periphery of the clearance opening; and / or,

[0014] One of the first latching part and the second latching part is a latch, and the other is a latching groove.

[0015] In some embodiments, the main body further includes a mounting bracket with a clearance channel, the sensor is fixed to the mounting bracket, and the mounting channel communicates with the clearance channel, with the guide shell passing through the clearance channel.

[0016] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket includes a mounting portion and a bracket body having the clearance channel, the mounting portion protruding from the inner wall of the clearance channel, and the sensor being connected to the mounting portion.

[0017] In some embodiments, the number of mounting portions is multiple, and the multiple mounting portions are spaced apart along the periphery of the clearance channel; and / or,

[0018] The sensor is securely connected to the mounting part.

[0019] In some embodiments, the distributor assembly further includes a lamp panel disposed on the main body and lamp beads disposed on the lamp panel, and the detection component is signal connected to the lamp panel.

[0020] Another embodiment of this application provides a refrigerator door, including:

[0021] Door body;

[0022] The distributor assembly described above is disposed on the door body.

[0023] In another embodiment of this application, a refrigerator is provided, including a control component, a feeding component, and the refrigerator door described above. The control component is signal-connected to the feeding component and the detection component, respectively, so as to control the feeding component to deliver the corresponding material to the discharge channel according to the detection signal of the detection component.

[0024] In some embodiments, the multiple different set positions include a first position, a second position, and a third position; when the operating knob is turned to the first position, the material conveyed by the feeding assembly is water; when the operating knob is turned to the second position, the material conveyed by the feeding assembly is ice; and when the operating knob is turned to the third position, the material conveyed by the feeding assembly is crushed ice.

[0025] This application provides a dispenser assembly, a refrigerator door, and a refrigerator. The operating knob in this embodiment has a clearance opening to avoid the discharge channel. That is, the operating knob is located at the structure of the main body with the discharge channel and can rotate around the discharge channel. Compared to placing the operating knob on one side of the discharge channel, this arrangement makes the dispenser assembly more aesthetically pleasing. Furthermore, by rotating the operating knob, the user can rotate it to a set position corresponding to the desired material. The detection component can generate a detection signal corresponding to each set position. The detection signal can then cause the feeding component to deliver the corresponding material to the discharge channel of the main body. This operation is simple and cost-effective. Therefore, the dispenser assembly of this application embodiment can reduce costs and has a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a refrigerator door according to an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0028] Figure 3 for Figure 1 An exploded view of the dispenser assembly shown;

[0029] Figure 4 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the dispenser assembly.

[0030] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of the dispenser component shown;

[0031] Figure 6 for Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of the detection components and operating knob shown;

[0032] Figure 7 for Figure 4The diagram shows the structure of the detection component and the operating knob.

[0033] Figure 8 for Figure 4 The diagram shows the structure of the dispenser assembly, omitting the feed guide shell.

[0034] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0035] 10. Distributor assembly; 11. Main body; 11a. Discharge channel; 11a1. Ice discharge channel; 11a2. Water discharge channel; 111. Guide shell; 112. Mounting bracket; 112a. Clearance channel; 1121. Mounting part; 1122. Bracket body; 1123. Light-transmitting part; 12. Operating knob; 12a. Clearance opening; 121. Knob body; 121a. Receiving groove; 1211. Side wall; 1212. End wall; 122. First locking part; 123. Anti-rotation part; 13. Detection assembly; 131. Sensor; 131a. Mounting channel; 1311. Sleeve; 132. Rotating part; 132a. Anti-rotation groove; 1321. Second locking part; 14. Light panel; 15. Push plate; 16. Outer cover; 20. Door; 20a. Material handling space. Detailed Implementation

[0036] In the description of the embodiments in this application, it should be noted that the term "height direction" is based on the attached... Figure 1 The orientations or relationships shown are merely for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and for simplifying the description, and are not intended to 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 on the embodiments of this application.

[0037] This application provides a dispenser assembly 10, which cooperates with a feeding assembly.

[0038] In some embodiments of this application, the dispenser assembly 10 is used to dispense materials such as ice and / or water. In other embodiments, the dispenser assembly 10 can also be used to dispense hot water, coffee, beverages, or other fluids.

[0039] Please see Figures 1 to 8 The dispenser assembly 10 includes a main body 11, an operation knob 12, and a detection assembly 13.

[0040] The main body 11 has a discharge channel 11a. The operating knob 12 has a clearance opening 12a, which is rotatable relative to the main body 11 and avoids the discharge channel 11a. The detection component 13 is used to generate a detection signal corresponding to each setting position when the operating knob 12 is rotated to multiple different setting positions. The detection signal is used to cause the feeding component to convey the corresponding material to the discharge channel 11a.

[0041] The discharge channel 11a is used to guide the material out of the container, that is, the material is discharged from the discharge channel 11a and enters the container such as a cup.

[0042] The operating knob 12 is a component that allows the user to select the desired material. The set position of the operating knob 12 corresponds one-to-one with the type of material. By rotating the operating knob 12, the user can rotate it to multiple different set positions to select the corresponding material type.

[0043] The avoidance opening 12a of the operating knob 12 avoids the discharge channel 11a, meaning that the operating knob 12 is roughly ring-shaped and roughly coaxial with the discharge channel 11a, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the avoidance opening 12a is not less than the cross-sectional area of ​​the discharge channel 11a, so that when the material falls into the container through the discharge channel 11a, the operating knob 12 avoids the movement path of the material. In other words, the operating knob 12 is ring-shaped on the structure of the main body 11 with the discharge channel 11a.

[0044] More preferably, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 , Figure 5 The operating knob 12 is located on the outer periphery of the structure of the main body 11 having the discharge channel 11a, and can rotate around the structure, thereby improving the overall integrity and aesthetics of the dispenser assembly 10.

[0045] The detection component 13 is used to detect the rotation angle of the operation knob 12, thereby generating a detection signal corresponding to the rotation angle. The operation knob 12 has multiple different setting positions, each of which corresponds to a material type. The user can rotate the operation knob 12 to a certain setting position, thereby causing the feeding component to convey the corresponding material to the discharge channel 11a.

[0046] The type of detection component 13 is not limited, including but not limited to encoders, potentiometers and other detection components capable of detecting rotation angle.

[0047] This application also provides a refrigerator door; please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 The refrigerator door includes a door body 20 and a dispenser assembly 10 provided in any embodiment of this application, that is, the dispenser assembly 10 is disposed on the door body 20 of the refrigerator door.

[0048] Figure 1 The distributor assembly 10 shown is located on the outside of the door body 20. In other embodiments, the distributor assembly 10 may also be located on the inside of the door body 20.

[0049] For example, please refer to Figure 1The door 20 has a recessed material retrieval space 20a. The main body 11 has at least a material discharge channel 11a located within the material retrieval space 20a. The outlet of the material discharge channel 11a faces the bottom side of the material retrieval space 20a along the height direction of the door 20. In other words, the user only needs to place the container below the material discharge channel 11a, and the material will fall into the container under the action of gravity, making material retrieval convenient and simple.

[0050] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 2 The dispenser assembly 10 also includes an outer cover 16 disposed on the main body 11. When the dispenser assembly 10 is installed on the door 20, the outer cover 16 covers part of the structure of the main body 11, improving the aesthetics of the refrigerator door.

[0051] This application also provides a refrigerator, including a control component, a feeding component, and a refrigerator door provided in any embodiment of this application. The control component is signal-connected to the feeding component and the detection component 13, respectively, so as to control the feeding component to deliver the corresponding material to the discharge channel 11a according to the detection signal of the detection component 13.

[0052] For example, multiple different set positions may include a first position, a second position, and a third position. When the operating knob 12 is turned to the first position, the material conveyed by the feeding assembly is water; when the operating knob 12 is turned to the second position, the material conveyed by the feeding assembly is ice; and when the operating knob 12 is turned to the third position, the material conveyed by the feeding assembly is crushed ice.

[0053] In other words, the first position, the second position, and the third position correspond to three different detection signals, and the three detection signals correspond to three material types: water, ice, and crushed ice, respectively.

[0054] Preferably, the first position, the second position, and the third position can be 60° apart. That is, the discharge type is adjusted once every 60° rotation of the operating knob 12. When the operating knob 12 is rotated from the first position to the third position, it can be rotated 60° to return to the first position. It can be seen that by making the first position, the second position, and the third position 60° apart, cyclic adjustment can be achieved, which can further facilitate the user's use.

[0055] For example, the feeding assembly includes an ice-making component and a water supply component. The ice-making component is used to deliver ice or crushed ice to the discharge channel 11a. The water supply component includes a water valve and a water tank connected to the discharge channel 11a. The water valve is used to control the flow of water.

[0056] For example, please refer to Figure 2The discharge channel 11a includes an ice discharge channel 11a1 and a water discharge channel 11a2, which are separated from each other. The ice discharge channel 11a1 is connected to the ice-making component, and the water discharge channel 11a2 is connected to the water tank via a water pipe. Ice and water have different physical properties. Ice blocks and crushed ice require a larger channel space and a specific conveying structure (such as an auger), while water can be transported through pipes. Separately setting up the ice discharge channel 11a1 and the water discharge channel 11a2 can improve the distribution efficiency and avoid the problems of limited distribution speed or blockage caused by sharing a channel.

[0057] For example, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 The dispenser assembly 10 also includes a pressure plate movably disposed on the main body 11 and a sensing element connected to the control assembly. The sensing element is used to sense the activity state of the pressure plate. When the pressure plate moves relative to the main body 11 under the action of an external force, the sensing element generates a sensing signal.

[0058] Please see Figure 1 When the user places the container into the material handling space 20a of the door 20, the container exerts a force on the pressure plate, causing the pressure plate to rotate. This triggers the sensing element to generate a sensing signal. The control component outputs the corresponding material based on the sensing signal and the detection signal. When the container is moved out of the material handling space 20a, the pressure plate returns to its initial state, the sensing signal disappears, and the control component controls the feeding component to stop feeding, preventing the material from continuing to be discharged without a container.

[0059] In this embodiment, the operating knob 12 has a clearance opening 12a to avoid the discharge channel 11a. That is, the operating knob 12 is located on the structure of the main body 11 with the discharge channel 11a and can rotate around the discharge channel 11a. Compared to placing the operating knob 12 on one side of the discharge channel 11a, this arrangement makes the dispenser assembly 10 more aesthetically pleasing. Simultaneously, by rotating the operating knob 12, the user can rotate it to a set position corresponding to the desired material. The detection assembly 13 can generate detection signals corresponding to each set position. These detection signals can cause the feeding assembly to deliver the corresponding material to the discharge channel 11a of the main body 11. The operation is simple and the cost is low. Therefore, the dispenser assembly 10 of this embodiment can reduce costs and provide a better user experience.

[0060] It should be noted that the dispenser assembly 10 in this application embodiment is not limited to use in refrigerator doors. The dispenser assembly 10 can also be used in water dispensers and any other electrical appliances that require the use of a dispenser assembly.

[0061] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1 to 7The detection component 13 may include a sensor 131 and a rotating member 132. The sensor 131 is fixed to the main body 11, and the rotating member 132 is connected to the operation knob 12 so as to rotate relative to the sensor 131 under the drive of the operation knob 12. When the operation knob 12 is rotated to each set position, the rotating member 132 triggers the sensor 131 to generate a detection signal.

[0062] The sensor 131 is used to detect the rotation position of the rotating member 132. That is, when the operating knob 12 is rotated to one of the set positions, the rotating member 132 rotates to the set position with the operating knob 12, and triggers the sensor 131 to generate a corresponding detection signal at the set position.

[0063] For example, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 The sensor 131 may have an installation channel 131a. The main body 11 includes a guide shell 111 with a discharge channel 11a. The rotating part 132 is sleeved with the operating knob 12, and the clearance opening 12a avoids the installation channel 131a. At least a part of the structure of the guide shell 111 extends into the installation channel 131a.

[0064] In other words, the sensor 131 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the guide shell 111, and the clearance 12a of the operating knob 12 not only avoids the discharge channel 11a of the guide shell 111, but also avoids the installation channel 131a of the sensor 131, so that the structure of the sensor 131, the rotating part 132 and the main body 11 after assembly is more compact.

[0065] Please continue reading. Figure 6 The sensor 131 may include a sleeve 1311 having a mounting channel 131a and a detection element disposed on the outer periphery of the sleeve 1311 for generating a detection signal, and a rotating member 132 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the sleeve 1311.

[0066] The rotating component 132 may be equipped with a trigger module that can trigger the detection element to output a detection signal. When the rotating component 132 rotates around the sleeve 1311, it can trigger different detection signals.

[0067] Taking the detection component 13 as a mechanical encoder as an example, the trigger module can be a conductive sheet, and there can be multiple conductive sheets. These conductive sheets are distributed at preset angle positions to form a specific conductive trajectory. For example, if the operating knob 12 has three discharge types, the rotating component 132 has three independent conductive areas, each corresponding to a set position. When the rotating component 132 rotates, the detection element contacts different conductive sheets, making the circuit conductive and thus outputting the corresponding detection signal.

[0068] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7The operating knob 12 may include a knob body 121 and a first engaging portion 122. The knob body 121 has a receiving groove 121a and a clearance opening 12a communicating with the receiving groove 121a. The first engaging portion 122 is disposed in the receiving groove 121a. The outer peripheral side of the rotating member 132 has a second engaging portion 1321. At least one part of the rotating member 132 provided with the second engaging portion 1321 is located in the receiving groove 121a, and the second engaging portion 1321 engages with the first engaging portion 122.

[0069] By engaging the second latching part 1321 with the first latching part 122, the rotating part 132 and the knob body 121 are connected, thereby improving the assembly efficiency of the operating knob 12 and the rotating part 132. At the same time, the first latching part 122 is disposed in the receiving groove 121a, and the knob body 121 can cover the first latching part 122, making the appearance of the dispenser assembly 10 more concise and beautiful.

[0070] The structure of the first latching portion 122 and the second latching portion 1321 is not limited. Exemplarily, one of the first latching portion 122 and the second latching portion 1321 is a latch, and the other is a slot. Please refer to... Figure 6 and Figure 7 The first snap-fit ​​part 122 is a snap fastener, and the second snap-fit ​​part 1321 is a slot.

[0071] In other embodiments, the first latching portion 122 may also be a slot, and the second latching portion 1321 may be a buckle.

[0072] The structure of the knob body 121 is not limited; for example, please refer to [reference needed]. Figure 6 and Figure 7 The knob body 121 may include a side wall 1211 and an end wall 1212 with a clearance opening 12a. The side wall 1211 and the end wall 1212 form a receiving groove 121a. The first snap-fit ​​part 122 is disposed on the end wall 1212 and is located on the outer periphery of the clearance opening 12a.

[0073] In other words, when the part of the rotating member 132 with at least the second snap-fit ​​portion 1321 is located in the receiving groove 121a, the side wall 1211 of the knob body 121 is surrounded on the outer periphery of the rotating member 132, and the user can rotate the side wall 1211 to drive the rotating member 132 to rotate.

[0074] More preferably, please refer to Figure 5When the dispenser assembly 10 is installed on the door 20, the side walls 1211 of the guide shell 111, sensor 131 and knob body 121 are sequentially fitted from the inside to the outside. The end wall 1212 of the knob body 121 is located on the bottom side of the sensor 131 and the rotating part 132 along the height direction. That is to say, the end wall 1212 can shield the sensor 131 and the rotating part 132 to protect the detection assembly 13 and prevent external dust, foreign objects or liquids from affecting the operation of the detection assembly 13.

[0075] For example, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 The operating knob 12 also includes an anti-rotation part 123 disposed in the receiving groove 121a. The outer peripheral side of the rotating member 132 has a recessed anti-rotation groove 132a. Part of the structure of the anti-rotation part 123 is inserted into the anti-rotation groove 132a to achieve rotational cooperation with the rotating member 132. Thus, it can prevent relative rotation between the operating knob 12 and the rotating member 132 when the knob is rotated, which would affect the user experience.

[0076] Please continue reading. Figure 6 and Figure 7 In the embodiment where the knob body 121 includes a side wall 1211 and an end wall 1212, the anti-rotation part 123 is provided on the end wall 1212 and located on the outer periphery of the clearance opening 12a, so that the appearance of the operating knob 12 is more concise and beautiful.

[0077] In other embodiments, the operating knob 12 may not have an anti-rotation part 123, and the anti-rotation engagement can be achieved simply by the cooperation of the first locking part 122 and the second locking part 1321.

[0078] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 6 , Figure 8 The main body 11 may also include a mounting bracket 112 with a clearance channel 112a, the sensor 131 is fixed to the mounting bracket 112, and the mounting channel 131a is connected to the clearance channel 112a, and the guide shell 111 passes through the clearance channel 112a.

[0079] In other words, along the extension direction of the discharge channel 11a, the guide shell 111 is sequentially installed in the clearance channel 112a of the mounting bracket 112 and the mounting channel 131a of the sensor 131. That is, the sensor 131 and the mounting bracket 112 are both located on the outer periphery of the guide shell 111. When there is material passing through the discharge channel 11a, it can prevent the material from contaminating the sensor 131 and the mounting bracket 112.

[0080] For example, please refer to Figure 5In this embodiment, a portion of the detection component 13 extends into the clearance channel 112a, reducing the overall volume of the mounting bracket 112 and the sensor 131 after assembly. In the embodiment where the knob body 121 includes a side wall 1211 and an end wall 1212, a portion of the detection component 13 extends axially into the clearance channel 112a, while the other portion is located within the receiving groove 121a of the knob body 121. Thus, the mounting bracket 112 and the knob body 121 jointly shield and protect the detection component 13.

[0081] In other embodiments, the detection component 13 may also be located on the outside of the avoidance channel 112a.

[0082] For example, please refer to Figure 6 The mounting bracket 112 includes a mounting portion 1121 and a bracket body 1122 having a clearance channel 112a. The mounting portion 1121 can protrude from the inner wall of the clearance channel 112a, and the sensor 131 is connected to the mounting portion 1121. That is, the mounting portion 1121 is located inside the clearance channel 112a, which allows for a more compact overall layout and reduces the overall volume of the bracket body 1122 and the sensor 131 after assembly. In other embodiments, the mounting portion 1121 can also be located on the outer periphery of the clearance channel 112a, that is, the mounting portion 1121 protrudes from the outer side of the bracket body 1122.

[0083] The number of mounting sections 1121 is unlimited; for example, please refer to [reference needed]. Figure 8 There are multiple mounting parts 1121, which are spaced apart along the periphery of the avoidance channel 112a. In other words, multiple mounting parts 1121 are connected to the sensor 131 along the outer periphery of the mounting channel 131a, avoiding deformation or loosening caused by single-point force, thereby improving the installation stability of the sensor 131.

[0084] The connection method between sensor 131 and mounting part 1121 is not limited. For example, sensor 131 and mounting part 1121 can be detachably connected. For instance, sensor 131 and mounting part 1121 can be fastened together by screws, bolts, or other fasteners, or they can be snapped together, thereby facilitating the inspection and replacement of sensor 131. In other embodiments, sensor 131 and mounting part 1121 can also be non-detachably connected. For instance, sensor 131 and mounting part 1121 can be welded or glued together.

[0085] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8 The distributor assembly 10 may also include a lamp board 14 disposed on the main body 11 and lamp beads (not shown) disposed on the lamp board 14, and the detection assembly 13 is signal connected to the lamp board 14.

[0086] The light panel 14 and the LEDs are used to indicate the type of material and can also be used to decorate the dispenser assembly 10. For example, the LEDs can correspond one-to-one with the detection signals of the detection component 13. Taking multiple different set positions, including a first position, a second position, and a third position, as an example, the number of LEDs can be three, corresponding to the three set positions. For instance, when the operating knob 12 is turned to the first position, one of the three LEDs lights up, while the other two turn off, to indicate to the user that the dispenser assembly 10 is currently dispensing water.

[0087] For example, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 4 The lamp board 14 and the lamp beads can be set in the clearance channel 112a of the mounting bracket 112. The mounting bracket 112 has a light-transmitting part 1123, and the lamp beads face the light-transmitting part 1123 so that the user can easily observe the lighting and turning off of the lamp beads.

[0088] In the description of this application, the references to terms such as "in one embodiment," "in some embodiments," "in other embodiments," "in yet another embodiment," or "exemplary," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this application, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. Furthermore, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine the different embodiments or examples described in this application, as well as the features of the different embodiments or examples.

[0089] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application are included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A dispenser assembly, characterized in that, The dispenser assembly cooperates with the feeding assembly, and the dispenser assembly includes: The main body has a discharge channel; An operating knob with a clearance opening is rotatable relative to the main body, and the clearance opening avoids the discharge channel; The detection component is used to generate a detection signal corresponding to each of the multiple set positions when the operation knob is rotated to multiple different set positions. The detection signal is used to cause the feeding component to convey the corresponding material to the discharge channel.

2. The dispenser assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detection component includes a sensor and a rotating component. The sensor is fixed to the main body, and the rotating component is connected to the operating knob to rotate relative to the sensor under the drive of the operating knob. When the operating knob is rotated to each of the set positions, the rotating component triggers the sensor to generate the detection signal.

3. The dispenser assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sensor has an installation channel, the main body includes a guide shell with the discharge channel, the rotating member is sleeved with the operating knob, and the clearance opening avoids the installation channel, and at least a portion of the structure of the guide shell extends into the installation channel.

4. The dispenser assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, The sensor includes a sleeve having the mounting channel and a detection element disposed on the outer periphery of the sleeve for generating the detection signal, and the rotating member is sleeved on the outer periphery of the sleeve.

5. The dispenser assembly according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that, The operating knob includes a knob body and a first locking part. The knob body has a receiving groove and a clearance opening communicating with the receiving groove. The first locking part is disposed in the receiving groove. The outer peripheral side of the rotating member has a second locking part. The portion of the rotating member at least provided with the second locking part is located in the receiving groove, and the second locking part engages with the first locking part.

6. The dispenser assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The knob body includes a side wall and an end wall having the clearance opening. The side wall and the end wall enclose the receiving groove. The first snap-fit ​​portion is disposed on the end wall and located on the outer periphery of the clearance opening; and / or, One of the first latching part and the second latching part is a latch, and the other is a latching groove.

7. The dispenser assembly according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that, The main body also includes a mounting bracket with a clearance channel, the sensor is fixed to the mounting bracket, and the mounting channel is connected to the clearance channel, with the material guide shell passing through the clearance channel.

8. The dispenser assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, The mounting bracket includes a mounting part and a bracket body having the clearance channel. The mounting part protrudes from the inner wall of the clearance channel, and the sensor is connected to the mounting part.

9. The dispenser assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, The number of mounting parts is multiple, and the multiple mounting parts are arranged at intervals along the periphery of the clearance channel; and / or, The sensor is securely connected to the mounting part.

10. The dispenser assembly according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The distributor assembly also includes a lamp board disposed on the main body and lamp beads disposed on the lamp board, and the detection component is signal connected to the lamp board.

11. A refrigerator door, characterized in that, include: Door body; The distributor assembly according to any one of claims 1-10, wherein the distributor assembly is disposed on the door body.

12. A refrigerator, characterized in that, The device includes a control component, a feeding component, and the refrigerator door as described in claim 11. The control component is signal-connected to the feeding component and the detection component, respectively, to control the feeding component to deliver the corresponding material to the discharge channel according to the detection signal of the detection component.

13. The refrigerator according to claim 12, characterized in that, The multiple different set positions include a first position, a second position, and a third position; when the operating knob is turned to the first position, the material conveyed by the feeding component is water; when the operating knob is turned to the second position, the material conveyed by the feeding component is ice; and when the operating knob is turned to the third position, the material conveyed by the feeding component is crushed ice.

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