Air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model provides air conditioner. The air conditioner of the utility model embodiment includes: the casing is internally configured with heat exchange circulation, including the base of forming the bottom surface, the compressor combination body including in the heat exchange circulation, the base is configured on, and the compressor cover, the compressor combination body is covered, the compressor cover includes: the cover main part, the side of compressor combination body is covered, and the cover lid, the top surface of compressor combination body is covered, and is arranged in the upper end of cover main part. According to the air conditioner of this embodiment, the compressor cover can be formed into the shape corresponding to the compressor and the liquid accumulator, and the contact between the compressor cover and the surrounding structure can be prevented, so that the noise can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to air conditioners. Background Technology

[0002] Typically, an air conditioner, as a device that cools, heats, or purifies indoor air before supplying it to the room, constitutes a series of cycles consisting of compression, condensation, expansion, and evaporation. On the other hand, an air conditioner includes an outdoor unit, primarily located outdoors and responsible for compression and condensation, and an indoor unit, primarily located indoors and responsible for expansion and evaporation.

[0003] On the other hand, air conditioners are classified into separate air conditioners with separate outdoor and indoor units, and integrated air conditioners with both outdoor and indoor units integrated together.

[0004] Integrated air conditioners integrate components such as the compressor, evaporator (usually the indoor heat exchanger), expansion valve, and condenser (usually the outdoor heat exchanger) into a single product. Compared to split-type air conditioners, integrated air conditioners are easier to set up, offering advantages such as user-configurable setup and ease of relocation.

[0005] On the other hand, air conditioners suffer from low ease of use due to noise caused by vibrations generated by the compressor. Therefore, existing air conditioners utilize a compressor cover that encompasses the entire area containing the compressor and the refrigerant piping extending from it to reduce noise caused by compressor vibrations. However, in this case, the compressor cover comes into contact with surrounding structures, and the area occupied by the compressor cover makes it difficult to ensure sufficient space around the compressor. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this utility model embodiment is to provide an air conditioner that can reduce noise by preventing contact between the compressor cover covering the compressor and the surrounding structure.

[0007] The purpose of this utility model embodiment is to provide an air conditioner that can ensure a wider internal space of the base through the compact compressor cover structure.

[0008] The purpose of this utility model embodiment is to provide an air conditioner that can stably fix the compressor cover to the base.

[0009] The purpose of this utility model embodiment is to provide an air conditioner that can reduce the noise generated in the compressor by forming the compressor cover into a structure corresponding to the shape of the compressor.

[0010] To address the aforementioned issues, an air conditioner according to one embodiment includes: a housing having a heat exchange cycle internally and a base forming a bottom surface; a compressor assembly included in the heat exchange cycle and disposed on the base; and a compressor cover covering the compressor assembly; the compressor cover includes: a cover body covering the side of the compressor assembly; and a cover disposed at the upper end of the cover body covering the top surface of the compressor assembly.

[0011] The cover body may include: a main body side portion disposed on the side of the compressor assembly; a main body top portion protruding upward from the upper end of the main body side portion; and a main body guide portion connected to the lower end of the main body side portion.

[0012] The compressor assembly may include: a compressor for compressing refrigerant; and a receiver, attached to the compressor, for pretreating the refrigerant flowing into the compressor; the main body side portion may include: a first main body side portion configured to surround the compressor; and a second main body side portion connected to the first main body side portion and configured to surround the receiver.

[0013] The cover may include: a cover base portion; and a cover guide portion, which protrudes downward from the edge of the cover base portion; when the cover is placed on the upper end of the cover body, the cover guide portion may match the top surface of the body.

[0014] The liquid receiver may include: a liquid receiver body; and a refrigerant inlet pipe extending upward from the top surface of the liquid receiver body to allow refrigerant to flow into the liquid receiver body; the cover base portion may include a first cover through hole through which the refrigerant inlet pipe passes.

[0015] The cover may include a first cover section formed to extend from the first cover through-hole to the edge of the cover base portion.

[0016] The liquid receiver may also include a refrigerant connection pipe connecting the liquid receiver body to the compressor.

[0017] The cover may further include: a top portion disposed at a position closer to the upper side than the base portion; a cover extension connecting the top portion and the base portion; and a recessed portion recessed further downward than the top portion.

[0018] The compressor may include: a compressor body; and a refrigerant discharge pipe extending upward from the top surface of the compressor body to discharge refrigerant from the compressor body; the cover recess may include a second cover through hole through which the refrigerant discharge pipe passes.

[0019] The cover may include a second cover section formed to extend from the second cover through-hole to the edge of the cover base portion.

[0020] The top surface of the cover may include a third cover through-hole configured separately from the second cover through-hole.

[0021] The top surface of the cover may include a second cut portion connecting the second cover through hole and the third cover through hole.

[0022] It may also include a shock absorber assembly for fixing the compressor assembly to the base. The shock absorber assembly may include a shock absorber plate, an upper shock absorber disposed on the upper part of the shock absorber plate and connected to the lower end of the compressor, and a lower shock absorber disposed on the lower part of the shock absorber plate and fixed to the base.

[0023] The damping plate may include: a plate portion; and a lower damper joint portion, which is formed to have a step on the upper side from the plate portion, and the lower damper is engaged with the lower damper joint portion; the main body guide portion may include a main body guide protrusion, which is formed at the lower end and supported by the lower damper joint portion.

[0024] The damping plate may include: a plate portion; and a side portion extending upward from the edge of the plate portion; the main body guide portion may include a main body guide protrusion formed at the lower end and supported by the side portion.

[0025] The cover body may further include: a body extension extending outward from the lower end of the side portion of the body, connecting the side portion of the body and the body guide portion; and a body support extending downward from the body extension, supported by the upper shock absorber.

[0026] The following effects can be expected in the air conditioner of the proposed embodiment.

[0027] According to one embodiment of the air conditioner, the compressor cover can be formed in a compact shape corresponding to the compressor and the liquid receiver to prevent contact with the surrounding structure, thereby reducing noise.

[0028] According to one embodiment, the air conditioner can utilize the compact compressor housing structure to ensure a wider internal space for the base.

[0029] According to one embodiment of the air conditioner, the compressor housing can be stably fixed by a compressor housing structure supported by a shock absorber assembly.

[0030] According to one embodiment of the air conditioner, noise generated in the compressor and the receiver can be reduced by using a structure in which the compressor cover is formed to correspond to the shape of the combination of the compressor and the receiver. Attached Figure Description

[0031] Figure 1 This is a perspective view showing an embodiment of an air conditioner installed in a window.

[0032] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of an air conditioner according to one embodiment.

[0033] Figure 3 This is an exploded perspective view of an air conditioner according to one embodiment.

[0034] Figure 4 This is an exploded perspective view of the compressor cover of one embodiment.

[0035] Figure 5 This is a lower perspective view of a side cover portion included in a compressor cover according to one embodiment.

[0036] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of a compressor assembly according to one embodiment.

[0037] Figure 7 This is a top view of a compressor assembly according to one embodiment.

[0038] Figure 8 This is an exploded perspective view of a compressor assembly according to one embodiment.

[0039] Figure 9 It is along Figure 7 9-9 is a sectional view cut open.

[0040] Figure 10 It is along Figure 7 A sectional view cut 10-10.

[0041] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of a compressor housing integrated with a shock absorber assembly according to an embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0042] The specific embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, this utility model is not limited to the embodiments illustrating the technical concept of this utility model. Other utility models or other embodiments included within the technical concept scope of this utility model can be easily proposed by adding, changing, or deleting other constituent elements.

[0043] Hereinafter, embodiments disclosed in this specification will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise specified in the drawing numbers, the same or similar constituent elements are given the same reference numerals, and repeated descriptions thereof are omitted.

[0044] The suffixes “module” and “section” used in the following description of the constituent elements are assigned or used interchangeably for the convenience of writing the instruction manual, and do not have any distinguishing meaning or function in themselves.

[0045] Furthermore, when describing the embodiments disclosed in this specification, detailed descriptions of relevant well-known technologies will be omitted if it is determined that such detailed descriptions may obscure the essence of the embodiments disclosed in this specification. Additionally, the accompanying drawings are provided only to facilitate understanding of the embodiments disclosed in this specification. The technical concepts disclosed in this specification are not limited to the drawings but should be understood to include all modifications, equivalents, and substitutions made within the scope of the present invention's ideas and techniques.

[0046] Terms such as "first," "second," etc., which include ordinal numbers, can be used to describe a variety of constituent elements; however, these constituent elements are not limited to these terms. The terms are used only to distinguish one constituent element from another.

[0047] When it is mentioned that a structural element is "connected" or "linked" to another structural element, it should be understood that the structural element can be directly connected or linked to the other structural element, but there may also be other structural elements between them. Conversely, when it is mentioned that a structural element is "directly connected" or "directly linked" to another structural element, it should be understood that there are no other structural elements between them.

[0048] Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, singular expressions include plural expressions.

[0049] Before proceeding with the explanation, the direction is defined. Embodiments of this utility model can... Figure 1 The direction facing the front of the front housing arranged towards the indoor side is defined as front, the direction towards the rear housing is defined as rear based on the front of the front housing, the direction towards the bottom of the air conditioner is defined as down, and the direction away from the bottom is defined as up.

[0050] Figure 1 This is a perspective view showing an embodiment of an air conditioner installed in a window.

[0051] Reference Figure 1 Air conditioner 1 can be configured on window assembly 9. As an example, air conditioner 1 can be detachably installed on window assembly 9.

[0052] Window assembly 9 may include a window frame 91 and a window 92. The window frame 91 may form the shape of window assembly 9. The window frame 91 may form a space on its inner side. The window 92 may move within the space inside the window frame 91. As an example, the window 92 may slide within the space inside the window frame 91. A glass pane may be fixed to the inner side of the window 92.

[0053] Air conditioner 1 can be installed between window frame 91 and window 92. A space 93 can be formed between window frame 91 and window 92. Air conditioner 1 can be installed in the space 93 between window frame 91 and window 92.

[0054] A mounting kit 1a can be configured between the air conditioner 1 and the window assembly 9. The mounting kit 1a can fix the air conditioner 1 to the window assembly 9. The mounting kit 1a can seal the gap between the air conditioner 1 and the window assembly 9.

[0055] The air conditioner 1 can be fixed to the window assembly 9. Based on the window assembly 9, the space can be divided into an indoor space located on one side and an outdoor space located on the other side. Alternatively, the indoor side facing the indoor space can be defined as the front, and the outdoor side facing the outdoor space can be defined as the rear.

[0056] Air conditioner 1 can draw in indoor air, perform heat exchange on the drawn-in indoor air, and then blow the air into the indoor space. Air conditioner 1 can also draw in outdoor air, perform heat exchange on the drawn-in outdoor air, and then blow the air into the outdoor space.

[0057] Air conditioner 1 may include an indoor intake 11 and an indoor exhaust 12. Air from the indoor space can flow into the air conditioner 1 through the indoor intake 11. Air flowing into the air conditioner 1 through the indoor intake 11 can be supplied to the indoor space through the indoor exhaust 12.

[0058] The indoor intake 11 can extend vertically. The indoor exhaust 12 can extend vertically. The indoor exhaust 12 can be separated from the indoor intake 11 in a direction intersecting the extension direction of the indoor intake 11. That is, the indoor intake 11 and the indoor exhaust 12 can be separated in a horizontal direction intersecting the vertical direction.

[0059] The indoor intake 11 and indoor exhaust 12 can open into the indoor space. As an example, the indoor intake 11 and indoor exhaust 12 can be located on the same plane. The air conditioner 1 can protrude into the indoor space from the window assembly 9.

[0060] The air in the indoor space can flow into the air conditioner 1 through the indoor intake 11 for heat exchange. The air that has undergone heat exchange inside the air conditioner 1 can be supplied to the indoor space through the indoor exhaust 12.

[0061] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of an air conditioner according to one embodiment.

[0062] Reference Figure 2The air conditioner 1 may include a housing 10. The housing 10 may form the shape of the air conditioner 1. The housing 10 may have internal spaces for various configurations for driving the air conditioner 1.

[0063] The housing 10 may include a front housing 13 forming the front side and a rear housing 14 forming the back side. The front housing 13 and the rear housing 14 may be joined together.

[0064] The front housing 13 may be a portion of the housing 10 configured to face the interior. A portion of the front housing 13 may protrude into the interior space from the window assembly 9. An interior intake 11 and an interior exhaust 12 may be formed on the front side of the front housing 13. The interior intake 11 and the interior exhaust 12 may be formed spaced apart from each other on the front side of the front housing 13.

[0065] The rear housing 14 may be a portion of the housing 10 configured to face the outside. A portion of the rear housing 14 may protrude from the window assembly 9 into the outdoor space.

[0066] The air conditioner 1 may also include a grille 15 detachably mounted on the front of the front housing 13. The grille 15 may be configured at the indoor intake 11. Air from the indoor space can flow into the air conditioner 1 through the grille 15 configured at the indoor intake 11. Air from the indoor space can flow into the housing 10 through the indoor intake 11. Air from the indoor space can flow into the housing 10 through the grille 15. The grille 15 may be separated from the indoor exhaust 12.

[0067] The air conditioner 1 may also include blades 16 disposed on the front of the front housing 13. The blades 16 may be disposed at the indoor outlet 12. The blades 16 can open and close the indoor outlet 12. The blades 16 may be rotatably disposed at the indoor outlet 12. As an example, the blades 16 may be rotatably coupled to the front housing 13. The blades 16 may be spaced apart from the grille 15. The blades 16 can be rotated to adjust the airflow direction of the air discharged through the indoor outlet 12.

[0068] On the other hand, an outdoor intake and an outdoor exhaust can be formed in the rear casing 14 of the air conditioner 1. Air from the outdoor space can flow into the casing 10 through the outdoor intake. In addition, air inside the casing 10 can be discharged to the outdoor space through the outdoor exhaust.

[0069] Figure 3 This is an exploded perspective view of an air conditioner according to one embodiment.

[0070] Reference Figure 3 The front housing 13 may include a front panel 131. The front panel 131 may form the front side of the front housing 13. An indoor intake 11 and an indoor exhaust 12 may be formed on the front panel 131.

[0071] The grille 15 can be detachably attached to the front panel 131. As an example, the grille 15 can be located at the interior air intake 11. The grille 15 can be attached to the first panel 131.

[0072] An indoor filter 151 may be installed inside the indoor air intake 11. The indoor filter 151 may be positioned behind the grille 15. The indoor filter 151 may filter the indoor air flowing in through the indoor air intake 11.

[0073] The front housing 13 may include a top plate 132 forming a top surface. The top plate 132 may extend rearward from the upper end of the front plate 131. The top plate 132 may be coupled to the rear housing 14.

[0074] The front housing 13 may include a pair of side plates 133 forming two sides of the front housing 13. The pair of side plates 133 are configured to face each other and can form the sides of the front housing 13. The side plates 133 can extend rearward from both sides of the front plate 131. In addition, side plates 135 can extend downward from both sides of the top plate 132. The side plates 133 can extend in a vertical direction. The side plates 133 can be coupled to the rear housing 14.

[0075] The air conditioner 1 may include a plurality of units 30, 40, and 50 disposed inside the housing 10. The plurality of units 30, 40, and 50 may include a first unit 30 for allowing air to flow in and out of the air conditioner 1, a second unit 40 for forming a heat exchange cycle, and a third unit 50 for controlling the operation of the air conditioner 1.

[0076] The first unit 30 may include an indoor fan 34 and an outdoor fan 35, and may be configured to allow air to flow in and out of the air conditioner 1. The second unit 40 includes a compressor 41, an outdoor heat exchanger 42, an expansion device 43, and an indoor heat exchanger 44, and may be configured to form a heat exchange cycle. The third unit 50 may include a control box 51 equipped with a controller (not shown), and may be configured to control the operation of the air conditioner 1.

[0077] The first unit 30 and the second unit 40 can be joined together vertically. At this time, a portion of the components of the second unit 40 can be introduced into the interior of the first unit 30.

[0078] The second unit 40 and the third unit 50 can be joined together in the front-to-back direction. At this time, a portion of the third unit 50 can be joined with the first unit 30 in the front-to-back direction.

[0079] However, the descriptions of the first to third units 30, 40, and 50 above are used to describe the overall assembly structure of the air conditioner 1, and do not strictly define the distinction between the first to third units 30, 40, and 50.

[0080] The first to third units 30, 40, and 50 described above can each represent a portion of the components disposed within the housing 10. Each of the first to third units 30, 40, and 50 can be composed of a plurality of components, and the plurality of components constituting each unit 30, 40, and 50 can be separated from each unit 30, 40, and 50. The plurality of components constituting each unit 30, 40, and 50 can also be separated and constitute additional independent units.

[0081] The first unit 30 may include a first body 31 and a second body 32 disposed below the first body 31. The first body 31 and the second body 32 may be disposed inside the housing 10. The first body 31 and the second body 32 may be a support structure incorporating other components of the first unit 30.

[0082] The first unit 30 may also include a cover 33. The cover 33 may be disposed inside the housing 10. The cover 33 may be configured to surround part of the first body 31.

[0083] The first unit 30 may include an indoor fan 34. The indoor fan 34 may be disposed inside the first body 31. The indoor fan 34 may be configured to expel air into the indoor space or draw air into the indoor space by rotating.

[0084] The first unit 30 may include an outdoor fan 35. The outdoor fan 35 may be disposed inside the first body 31. The outdoor fan 35 may be configured to expel air into the outdoor space or draw air into the outdoor space by rotating.

[0085] Indoor fan 34 and outdoor fan 35 can be collectively referred to as "fans".

[0086] The first unit 30 may include a partition wall 36. The partition wall 36 may be disposed inside the housing 10. The partition wall 36 may extend in a horizontally curved manner. The partition wall 36 may be integrated with the side walls of the housing 10. The partition wall 36 may separate the first space 101 and the second space 102.

[0087] The air conditioner 1 may include a first space 101. The first space 101 may be formed inside the housing 10. Air from the indoor space may flow into the first space 101 through the indoor intake 11. The air flowing into the first space 101 may be blown out of the indoor space by the indoor fan 34 and discharged into the indoor space through the indoor exhaust 12. The indoor fan 34 may be disposed inside the first space 101.

[0088] The air conditioner 1 may include a second space 102. The second space 102 may be formed inside the housing 10. Air from the outdoor space can flow into the second space 102 through the outdoor intake. The air flowing into the second space 102 can be blown out by an outdoor fan 35 and discharged into the outdoor space through the outdoor exhaust outlet. The outdoor fan 35 may be disposed inside the second space 102.

[0089] The first space 101 and the second space 102 can be formed in the first body 31. The first space 101 and the second space 102 can be separated by a partition wall 36. The partition wall 36 can be disposed between the first space 101 and the second space 102. The partition wall 36 can separate the first space 101 and the second space 102. When dividing the internal space of the shell 10, the first space 101 can be defined as the "indoor side" and the second space 102 can be defined as the "outdoor side".

[0090] The air conditioner 1 may also include a third space 103. The third space 103 may be formed inside the housing 10. The third space 103 may be formed in the second body 32. A third unit 50, described later, may be disposed in the third space 103. The third space 103 may be separated from the first space 101 and the second space 102 by another partition wall (not shown).

[0091] The second unit 40 may include a compressor 41. The compressor 41 may be disposed inside the housing 10. The compressor 41 can compress refrigerant. The compressor 41 may be disposed in the inner space of the second body 32.

[0092] The second unit 40 may include an outdoor heat exchanger 42. The outdoor heat exchanger 42 may be disposed inside the housing 10. The outdoor heat exchanger 42 may be disposed inside the second space 102. The outdoor heat exchanger 42 allows outdoor air to exchange heat with the refrigerant. The outdoor heat exchanger 42 may be disposed in the inner space of the first main body 31. Outdoor air blown by the outdoor fan 35 can pass through the outdoor heat exchanger 42. The refrigerant discharged from the compressor 41 can exchange heat with the air flowing in from the outdoor space after entering the outdoor heat exchanger 42. The outdoor heat exchanger 42 may be referred to as a "condenser".

[0093] The outdoor heat exchanger 42 can be configured to face the outdoor intake. Air flowing in through the outdoor intake can exchange heat with the refrigerant flowing in the outdoor heat exchanger 42.

[0094] An outdoor fan 35 can be configured on one side of the outdoor heat exchanger 42. The outdoor fan 35 can draw in air from outside the housing 10 through the outdoor intake. The outdoor fan 35 can be a crossflow fan.

[0095] The air blown by the outdoor fan 35 can flow towards the outdoor exhaust port. The air blown by the outdoor fan 35 can be discharged into the outdoor space through the outdoor exhaust port.

[0096] The second unit 40 may include an expansion device 43. The expansion device 43 may be disposed inside the housing 10. The expansion device 43 can expand the refrigerant. The expansion device 43 may be disposed in the inner space of the second main body 32. Refrigerant passing through the outdoor heat exchanger 42 can flow into the expansion device 43 and be expanded. As an example, the expansion device 43 may be composed of an electronic expansion valve (EEV).

[0097] The second unit 40 may include an indoor heat exchanger 44. The indoor heat exchanger 44 may be disposed inside the housing 10. The indoor heat exchanger 44 may be disposed inside the first space 101. The indoor heat exchanger 44 may be disposed in the inner space of the first main body 31. Refrigerant via the expansion device 43 can flow into the indoor heat exchanger 44 to exchange heat with air flowing in from the indoor space. The indoor heat exchanger 44 may be referred to as an "evaporator".

[0098] The indoor heat exchanger 44 can be configured to face the indoor intake 11. Air flowing in through the indoor intake 11 can exchange heat with the refrigerant flowing in the indoor heat exchanger 44.

[0099] An indoor fan 34 can be configured on one side of the indoor heat exchanger 44. The indoor fan 34 can draw in air from outside the housing 10 through the indoor intake 11. The indoor fan 34 can be a crossflow fan.

[0100] The air blown by the indoor fan 34 can flow into the indoor exhaust outlet 12. The air blown by the indoor fan 34 can be discharged into the indoor space through the indoor exhaust outlet 12.

[0101] The compressor 41, outdoor heat exchanger 42, expansion device 43 and indoor heat exchanger 44 can form a heat exchange cycle and can be connected to each other by refrigerant piping (not shown).

[0102] The second unit 40 may include a base 45 forming the bottom surface of the housing 10. The base 45 may be disposed below the first body 31 and the second body 32. The compressor 41, the outdoor heat exchanger 42, the expansion device 43, and the indoor heat exchanger 44 may be disposed above the base 45. As an example, the base 45 may include a base space 45a for accommodating the compressor 41. Condensate supplied from the outdoor heat exchanger 42 may be stored in the base space 45a.

[0103] The second unit 40 may include a pump 46 for pumping condensate stored in the base space 45a upwards. The pump 46 may be mounted on the base 45. The pump 46 may be configured within the base space 45a.

[0104] The second unit 40 may further include a receiver 47 disposed adjacent to the compressor 41. The receiver 47 may be attached to the side of the compressor 41. That is, the receiver 47 may be attached to the side of the compressor 41 to form a combined unit. The inlet pipe of the receiver 47 may be connected to the outlet pipe of the indoor heat exchanger 44, and the outlet pipe of the receiver 47 may be connected to the inlet pipe of the compressor 41. That is, the refrigerant discharged from the indoor heat exchanger 44 and flowing into the compressor 41 can be pretreated through the receiver 47. As an example, the receiver 47 can vaporize the liquid refrigerant before it flows into the compressor 41.

[0105] In one embodiment of the air conditioner 1, the compressor 41, the base 45, and the receiver 47 may constitute a compressor assembly 2. Although described later, the compressor assembly 2 may also include a shock absorber assembly 60 that engages the compressor 41 and the receiver 47 with the base 45. Later, refer to... Figures 6 to 8 Detailed description of compressor component 2.

[0106] The third unit 50 may include a control box 51. The control box 51 may be disposed inside the housing 10. A controller (not shown) may be disposed inside the control box 51. The controller may be electrically connected to the indoor fan 34, the outdoor fan 35, the compressor 41, and the expansion device 43. The controller may be mounted on a PCB board. The controller may control the drive of the indoor fan 34, the outdoor fan 35, the compressor 41, and the expansion device 43.

[0107] The third unit 50 may include a third body 52. ​​The third body 52 may be disposed inside the housing 10. The third body 52 may extend upward from the control box 51. Water piping or refrigerant piping may be disposed inside the third body 52. ​​The third body 52 may cover the water piping or the refrigerant piping.

[0108] In one embodiment, the air conditioner 1 may further include a compressor cover 70 that covers the compressor 41 and the receiver 47. The compressor cover 70 covers the compressor 41 and the receiver 47 from above, thereby reducing the noise generated in the compressor 41 and the receiver 47. As an example, the compressor cover 70 may be made of polystyrene foam material.

[0109] The following is for reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 The detailed structure of the compressor cover 70 of one embodiment will be described.

[0110] Figure 4This is an exploded perspective view of the compressor cover of one embodiment. Figure 5 This is a lower perspective view of a side cover portion included in a compressor cover according to one embodiment.

[0111] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 One embodiment of the compressor cover 70 may include a cover body 71 and a cover 72 attached to the upper end of the cover body 71.

[0112] The cover body 71 can cover the sides of the compressor 41 and the liquid receiver 47. That is, the cover body 71 can cover the sides of the assembly of the compressor 41 and the liquid receiver 47. On the other hand, the cover body 71 may include a body opening 714a formed at the upper end.

[0113] The cover 72 can be detachably attached to the upper end of the cover body 71. As an example, the cover 72 can be placed on the upper end of the cover body 71. The cover 72 can cover the body opening 714a when it is placed on the upper end of the cover body 71.

[0114] That is, the compressor cover 70 in one embodiment may include a cover body 71 and a cover 72, thus forming a two-piece structure.

[0115] The structure of the cover body 71 and the cover 72 will be described below.

[0116] One embodiment of the cover body 71 may include a main body side portion 711 forming a side surface, a main body extension portion 712 extending outward in a horizontal direction from the lower end of the main body side portion 711, a main body guide portion 713 forming the lower end of the cover body 71, and a main body top portion 714 protruding upward from the upper end of the main body side portion 711.

[0117] The main body side portion 711 can be configured to surround the combination of the compressor 41 and the liquid receiver 47. As an example, the main body side portion 711 can be configured to surround the side of the compressor 41 and the side of the liquid receiver 47.

[0118] The main body side portion 711 may include a first main body side portion 7111 configured to surround the side of the compressor 41 and a second main body side portion 7112 configured to surround the side of the liquid reservoir 47. As an example, the first main body side portion 7111 may be formed in a shape corresponding to the side shape of the compressor 41, and the second main body side portion 7112 may be formed in a shape corresponding to the side shape of the liquid reservoir 47.

[0119] The first main body side portion 7111 and the second main body side portion 7112 can be connected to each other and integrally formed. As an example, one side of the first main body side portion 7111 can be connected to one side of the second main body side portion 7112, and the other side of the first main body side portion 7111 can be connected to the other side of the second main body side portion 7112.

[0120] The main body extension 712 can be formed by extending outward from a portion of the lower end of the main body side portion 711. As an example, the main body extension 712 may have a shape that extends outward from the lower end of the first main body side portion 7111.

[0121] The main body guide portion 713 can extend downward from the outer end of the main body extension portion 712 and the second main body side portion 7112. The main body guide portion 713 can be disposed within the base space 45a of the base 45. As an example, the main body guide portion 713 may include a first main body guide portion 7131 extending downward from the outer end of the main body extension portion 712 and a second main body guide portion 7132 extending downward from the lower end of the second main body side portion 7112.

[0122] The first main body guide portion 7131 may be disposed along the lower end of the first main body side portion 7111. Alternatively, the first main body guide portion 7131 may be disposed along the outer end of the main body extension portion 712. The first main body guide portion 7131 may include a first main body guide protrusion 7131a, which forms a lower end and protrudes downward.

[0123] The second main body guide portion 7132 may be disposed along the lower end of the side portion 7112 of the second main body. The second main body guide portion 7132 may include a second main body guide protrusion 7132a, which forms a lower end and protrudes downward.

[0124] A guide cutout 716 may be formed between the first main body guide portion 7131 and the second main body guide portion 7132. The guide cutout 716 may have a shape that is recessed and cut upwards from the main body guide portion 713. An upper shock absorber 64, which will be described later, may be disposed in the guide cutout 716. That is, the guide cutout 716 may be a avoidance structure in the cover body 71 for avoiding interference with the structure of the lower shock absorber assembly 60. As an example, the guide cutout 716 may be disposed between one side of the first main body guide portion 7131 and one side of the second main body guide portion 7132. However, the guide cutout 716 is not limited to this and may also be formed in other parts to avoid interference with the structure of the lower shock absorber assembly 60.

[0125] The top surface portion 714 of the main body can form the upper end of the cover body 71. The top surface portion 714 of the main body can be formed by protruding upward from the upper end of the side surface portion 711 of the main body. The top surface portion 714 of the main body can define the main body opening 714a of the opening.

[0126] An upper end cut portion 715 with a downward recessed cut can be formed at the upper end of the cover body 71. The upper end cut portion 715 can pass through the top part 714 of the body and the first side part 7111 of the body. The upper end cut portion 715 can be a part through which wires connected to the wiring terminals 413 of the compressor 41 described later pass.

[0127] The cover body 71 may also include a first main body support portion 717 and a second main body support portion 718 extending downward from the main body extension portion 712. The first main body support portion 717 and the second main body support portion 718 may be respectively disposed on one side and the other side of the first main body guide portion 7131.

[0128] As an example, the first main support portion 717 may have a shape that is recessed inward toward the cover body 71. The first main support portion 717 may include a first main body recess 717a that is recessed inward toward the cover body 71. Although described later, the upper end of the upper shock absorber 64 may be accommodated in the first main body recess 717a.

[0129] Additionally, the second main support portion 718 may have a shape that is recessed towards the outside of the cover body 71. The second main support portion 718 may include a second main body recess 718a that is recessed towards the outside of the cover body 71. Although described later, the upper end of the upper shock absorber 64 may be accommodated in the second main body recess 718a.

[0130] The cover 72 may include a cover base portion 721, a cover guide portion 722 protruding downward from the edge of the cover base portion 721, a cover extension portion 723 extending upward from the cover base portion 721, and a cover top portion 724 formed at the upper end of the cover extension portion 723.

[0131] The base portion 721 can occupy most of the area of ​​the cover 72. The base portion 721 can cover the main opening 714a of the cover body 71.

[0132] The cover guide portion 722 can be formed by protruding downward from the edge of the cover base portion 721. The cover guide portion 722 can be placed on the top surface portion 714 of the main body. The cover guide portion 722 can have a shape corresponding to the top surface portion 714 of the main body. When the cover 72 is placed on the upper end of the cover body 71, the cover guide portion 722 can match the top surface portion 714 of the main body.

[0133] The cover extension 723 may have a shape that extends upward from the cover base portion 721. Alternatively, the cover extension 723 may have a shape that extends downward from the edge of the cover top portion 724. The cover extension 723 may connect the cover base portion 721 and the cover top portion 724. The cover extension 723 may have a shape that extends in the vertical direction.

[0134] The top surface portion 724 can be connected to the upper end of the cover extension 723. The top surface portion 724 can be closer to the upper side than the cover base portion 721. The top surface portion 724 can have a shape corresponding to the upper end of the cover extension 723. A cover recess 725 that is recessed downward can be formed on the top surface portion 724.

[0135] The cover 72 may include a first cover through-hole 72a formed in the opening of the cover base portion 721. Although described later, the first cover through-hole 72a may pass through a refrigerant inlet portion through which refrigerant for flowing into the liquid reservoir 47 passes (see reference). Figure 6 (of “472”).

[0136] The cover 72 may include a first cover cut-out portion 72b formed extending from the first cover through-hole 72a to the edge of the cover base portion 721. The first cover cut-out portion 72b may be formed passing through the cover base portion 721 and the cover guide portion 722. The first cover cut-out portion 72b may be provided to allow the cover 72 to be installed without interference from the refrigerant inlet pipe 472. As an example, when the cover 72 is installed, the refrigerant inlet pipe 472 can be inserted into the first cover through-hole 72a through the first cover cut-out portion 72b.

[0137] The cover 72 may include a second cover through-hole 72c formed by an opening in the top portion 724 of the cover. Although described later, the second cover through-hole 72c allows for the temporary insertion of a refrigerant discharge pipe (see reference) when the cover 72 is installed. Figure 8 It is set to “412”.

[0138] The cover 72 may include a second cover cut-out portion 72d extending from the second cover through-hole 72c toward the cover recess 725. The second cover cut-out portion 72d may be formed to pass through the cover top portion 724 and the cover recess 725. The second cover cut-out portion 72d may be provided to allow the cover 72 to be installed without interference from the refrigerant discharge pipe 412. As an example, when the cover 72 is installed, the refrigerant discharge pipe 412 can be inserted into the second cover through-hole 72c through the second cover cut-out portion 72d. On the other hand, the second cover cut-out portion 72d may connect the second cover through-hole 72c and the third cover through-hole 72e.

[0139] Although explained later, please refer to Figure 7The cover 72 may include a third cover through-hole 72e formed by opening the cover recess 725. Although described later, the third cover through-hole 72e may extend through a refrigerant discharge pipe 412.

[0140] The cover 72 may include a third cover cutout 72f formed extending from the third cover through-hole 72e to an edge. The third cover cutout 72f may be formed passing through the cover recess 725 and the cover guide 722. The third cover cutout 72f may be provided to allow the cover 72 to be installed without interference from the refrigerant discharge pipe 412. As an example, when the cover 72 is installed, the refrigerant discharge pipe 412 can be inserted into the third cover through-hole 72e through the third cover cutout 72f.

[0141] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of a compressor assembly according to one embodiment. Figure 7 This is a top view of a compressor assembly according to one embodiment. Figure 8 This is an exploded perspective view of a compressor assembly according to one embodiment.

[0142] Reference Figures 6 to 8 In one embodiment, the compressor assembly 2 may include a compressor 41, a liquid receiver 47, a base 45, and a shock absorber assembly 60.

[0143] First, the detailed structure of the compressor 41 and the liquid receiver 47 will be described.

[0144] In one embodiment, the compressor 41 of the air conditioner 1 may include a compressor body 411, a refrigerant discharge pipe 412 that discharges refrigerant from the compressor body 411, and a terminal block 413 that transmits external power to the compressor body 411.

[0145] The compressor body 411 may be composed of a refrigerant compressor. The lower end of the compressor body 411 may be mounted on the compressor mounting base 61. A liquid receiver 47 may be attached to the side of the compressor body 411.

[0146] The refrigerant discharge pipe 412 may be configured to discharge refrigerant from the compressor body 411. The refrigerant discharged through the refrigerant discharge pipe 412 can move towards the outdoor heat exchanger 42. As an example, the refrigerant discharge pipe 412 may be formed by extending upward from the top surface of the compressor body 411.

[0147] With the cover 72 installed on the cover body 71, the refrigerant discharge pipe 412 can be configured to penetrate the third cover through hole 72e.

[0148] Terminal 413 can be understood as a configuration for transmitting external power to a motor (not shown) disposed inside the compressor body 411. As an example, a wire for transmitting the external power can be connected to terminal 413.

[0149] In one embodiment, the receiver 47 of the air conditioner 1 may include a receiver body 471, a refrigerant inlet pipe 472 into which refrigerant flows into the receiver body 471, and a refrigerant connecting pipe 473 connecting the receiver body 471 and the compressor body 411. This specification describes the refrigerant connecting pipe 473 as being included in the receiver 47, but is not limited thereto; the refrigerant connecting pipe 473 can be understood as being included in the compressor 41.

[0150] The receiver body 471 can pre-treat the refrigerant flowing into the compressor 41 after being discharged from the indoor heat exchanger 44. As an example, the receiver body 471 can vaporize the liquid refrigerant before it flows into the compressor 41.

[0151] The refrigerant inlet pipe 472 can be configured to allow refrigerant to flow into the receiver body 471. The refrigerant inlet pipe 472 directs the refrigerant flowing from the indoor heat exchanger 44 to the receiver body 471. The refrigerant flowing through the refrigerant inlet pipe 472 can move towards the receiver body 471. As an example, the refrigerant inlet pipe 472 can extend upwards from the top surface of the receiver body 471.

[0152] With the cover 72 installed on the cover body 71, the refrigerant inflow pipe 472 can be configured to penetrate the first cover through hole 72a.

[0153] As described above, the refrigerant connection pipe 473 can connect the receiver body 471 and the compressor body 411. The refrigerant connection pipe 473 can direct the refrigerant processed in the receiver body 471 to the compressor body 411. As an example, the refrigerant connection pipe 473 can extend downward from the lower part of the receiver body 471 and connect to the side of the compressor body 411.

[0154] One embodiment of the compressor cover 70 may include a structure that is not interfered with by the refrigerant inlet pipe 472 and the refrigerant outlet pipe 412. As an example, the cover 72 can be installed and removed without interference by the structure of the refrigerant inlet pipe 472 and the refrigerant outlet pipe 412.

[0155] The base 45 may include a base bottom portion 451 disposed on the lower side of the outdoor heat exchanger 42 and a base side wall portion 452 formed to surround the base bottom portion 451.

[0156] The base bottom surface 451 can form the bottom surface of the air conditioner 1. The base side wall portion 452 can extend upward along the edge of the base bottom surface 451. The base side wall portion 452 can form the outer side wall of the base 45. The base bottom surface 451 and the base side wall portion 452 can define the base space 45a.

[0157] The shock absorber assembly 60 can secure the compressor 41 to the base 45. As an example, the shock absorber assembly 60 can secure the compressor 41, which is coupled to the liquid receiver 47, to the base 45. The shock absorber assembly 60 includes a plurality of shock absorbers 62, 64 to reduce the vibration of the compressor 41.

[0158] The shock absorber assembly 60 may include a compressor mounting base 61 mounted on the compressor 41, an upper shock absorber 62 coupled to the compressor mounting base 61, a shock absorber plate 63 on which the upper shock absorber 62 is mounted, and a lower shock absorber 64 disposed at the lower part of the shock absorber plate 63.

[0159] The compressor mounting base 61 can be installed at the lower end of the compressor 41. The compressor mounting base 61 can be a mounting frame for mounting the compressor 41. As an example, the compressor mounting base 61 can be formed as a triangular frame having a triangular shape in a top view.

[0160] The compressor mounting base 61 may include a plurality of upper shock absorber engagement holes 61a for engaging the upper end of the upper shock absorber 62. As an example, the lower end of the compressor 41 is mounted at the center of the compressor mounting base 61, and the plurality of upper shock absorber engagement holes 61a may be arranged to surround the compressor 41. That is, the upper shock absorber 62 engaged with the compressor mounting base 61 may be disposed around the periphery of the compressor 41.

[0161] The upper shock absorber 62 can be mounted on the damping plate 63. The upper end of the upper shock absorber 62 can be engaged with the upper shock absorber engagement hole 61a of the compressor mounting base 61. The upper shock absorber 62 can reduce the vibration transmitted from the compressor mounting base 61.

[0162] A plurality of upper shock absorbers 62 may be provided. The plurality of upper shock absorbers 62 may be arranged around the compressor 41. As an example, the plurality of upper shock absorbers 62 may be arranged to surround the compressor 41.

[0163] The damping plate 63 can be disposed at the lower part of the compressor mounting base 61. As described above, an upper damper 62 can be mounted on the damping plate 63. In addition, the upper end of a lower damper 64 can be combined with the damping plate 63. The damping plate 63 can transmit vibrations transmitted from the upper damper 62 to the lower damper 64.

[0164] That is, the damping plate 63 can disperse the damping force applied to the upper damper 62 and the lower damper 64 arranged in the vertical direction. In this way, the individual dampers 62 and 64 can be stably fixed to the base 45.

[0165] The damping plate 63 may include a plate portion 631 forming a main surface, a side portion 632 extending upward from the edge of the plate portion 631, an upper damper mounting portion 633 formed on the plate portion 631, and a lower damper mounting portion 634 for engaging with a lower damper 64. The lower damper mounting portion 634 may include an open lower damper mounting hole 634a.

[0166] The lower shock absorber 64 can be mounted on the base 45. As an example, the lower shock absorber 64 can be mounted on the bottom surface 451 of the base. The bottom surface 451 of the base may include a lower shock absorber mounting portion 4511 for mounting the lower shock absorber 64. As an example, the lower shock absorber 64 can be inserted into the lower shock absorber mounting portion 4511. The lower shock absorber mounting portion 4511 may have a shape that protrudes upward from the bottom surface 451 of the base. The lower shock absorber mounting portion 4511 can be securely fastened with a fastening member 64a while inserted into the lower shock absorber 64, thereby fixing the lower shock absorber 64.

[0167] A plurality of lower shock absorbers 64 may be provided. The plurality of lower shock absorbers 64 may be arranged around the compressor 41. For example, the plurality of lower shock absorbers 64 may be arranged to surround the compressor 41. On the other hand, the lower shock absorbers 64 may be configured not to overlap with the upper shock absorbers 62. That is, the plurality of lower shock absorbers 64 may be staggered from the plurality of upper shock absorbers 62.

[0168] That is, the shock absorber assembly 60 in one embodiment includes an upper shock absorber 62, a lower shock absorber 64, and a damping plate 63 connecting the upper shock absorber 62 and the lower shock absorber 64, thereby effectively reducing the vibration transmitted from the compressor 41.

[0169] The following describes the process of installing the compressor cover 70 with the refrigerant inlet pipe 472 connected to the receiver body 471 and the refrigerant outlet pipe 412 connected to the compressor body 411.

[0170] First, a shock absorber assembly 60 can be installed on the bottom surface 451 of the base. A combination of a compressor 41 and a liquid receiver 47 can be installed on the shock absorber assembly 60. The liquid receiver 47 is attached to the side of the compressor 41.

[0171] A cover body 71 can be inserted into the assembly of the compressor 41 and the liquid receiver 47. The cover body 71 can be inserted from above and downwards into the compressor 41 and the liquid receiver 47.

[0172] A cover 72 may be installed on the upper part of the cover body 71. The cover 72 can cover the main opening 714a of the cover body 71.

[0173] First, a refrigerant discharge pipe 412 can be inserted into the second cover through-hole 72c of the cover 72. The refrigerant discharge pipe 412 can be inserted into the second cover through-hole 72c after passing through the third cover cut-out portion 72f, the third cover through-hole 72e, and the second cover cut-out portion 72d. However, it is not limited to this; the refrigerant discharge pipe 412 can be directly inserted into the second cover through-hole 72c.

[0174] On the other hand, with the refrigerant discharge pipe 412 inserted into the second cover through-hole 72c, the refrigerant inlet pipe 472 can be disposed at the outer end of the first cover cut-out portion 72b. When the refrigerant discharge pipe 412 moves from the second cover through-hole 72c to the third cover through-hole 72e through the second cover cut-out portion 72d, the refrigerant inlet pipe 472 can also move through the first cover cut-out portion 72b to the first cover through-hole 72a. That is, the movement of the refrigerant inlet pipe 472 through the first cover cut-out portion 72b and the movement of the refrigerant discharge pipe 412 through the second cover cut-out portion 72d can be performed simultaneously. Therefore, the refrigerant inlet pipe 472 can be disposed through the first cover through-hole 72a, and the refrigerant discharge pipe 412 can be disposed through the third cover through-hole 72e.

[0175] The following is for reference Figures 9 to 11 Detailed structural description of the shock absorber assembly 60 at the lower end of the fixed cover body 71.

[0176] Figure 9 It is along Figure 7 9-9 is a sectional view cut open. Figure 10 It is along Figure 7 A sectional view cut 10-10. Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of a compressor housing integrated with a shock absorber assembly according to an embodiment.

[0177] Reference Figures 9 to 11 The shock absorber assembly 60 may include a compressor mounting base 61, an upper shock absorber 62, a shock-absorbing plate 63, and a lower shock absorber 64. The shock absorber assembly 60 can secure the compressor 41 to the base 45.

[0178] In one embodiment, the air conditioner 1 can effectively reduce the vibration transmitted from the compressor 41 by means of a dual structure of shock absorbers, including an upper shock absorber 62 and a lower shock absorber 64 respectively disposed on the upper and lower parts based on the shock absorber plate 63.

[0179] On the other hand, as mentioned above, since the vertical length of the internal space of the housing 10 is limited, a compact structure of the shock absorber assembly 60 may become important. The detailed structure of the damping plate 63 used to form the compact structure of the shock absorber assembly 60 will be described below.

[0180] The damping plate 63 may include a plate portion 631 in the shape of a flat plate, a side portion 632 extending upward from the edge of the plate portion 631, an upper damper mounting portion 633 protruding upward from the plate portion 631, and a lower damper mounting portion 634 including a lower damper mounting hole 634a for mounting the lower damper 64.

[0181] The plate portion 631 can form the main surface of the damping plate 63. The plate portion 631 can be a portion mounted on the bottom surface 451 of the base. A compressor mounting base 61 can be mounted on the plate portion 631.

[0182] The side portion 632 can form the sidewall of the damping plate 63. The side portion 632 can be formed by extending upward from the edge of the plate portion 631.

[0183] The upper shock absorber mounting portion 633 protrudes upward from the plate portion 631. The upper shock absorber 62 can be inserted into the upper shock absorber mounting portion 633. The upper shock absorber mounting portion 633 can be inserted into the upper shock absorber mating hole 61a of the compressor mounting base 61. That is, the upper shock absorber mounting portion 633 can be inserted into the upper shock absorber 62, and the upper shock absorber 62 can be mated to the upper shock absorber mating hole 61a of the compressor mounting base 61.

[0184] The lower damper coupling portion 634 can be disposed inside the plate portion 631. The lower damper coupling portion 634 can be formed with a step based on the plate portion 631. That is, the lower damper coupling portion 634 can be formed by protruding upward from one side of the plate portion 631. The lower damper coupling portion 634 may include an open lower damper coupling hole 634a. The lower damper coupling portion 634 can cover the upper end of the lower damper 64. A fastening member 64a, which is inserted into the upper end of the lower damper 64, can be disposed through the lower damper coupling hole 634a.

[0185] The following is a detailed description of the installation structure of the upper shock absorber 62 and the lower shock absorber 64.

[0186] A lower shock absorber mounting portion 4511 formed on the bottom surface 451 of the base is inserted into the lower shock absorber 64. With the lower shock absorber mounting portion 4511 inserted into the lower shock absorber 64, a fastening member 64a is fastened to the upper end of the lower shock absorber mounting portion 4511, thereby fixing the lower shock absorber 64.

[0187] The lower shock absorber mating portion 634 can be configured to cover the upper end of the lower shock absorber 64. The upper end of the lower shock absorber 64 can be inserted into and engaged with the lower shock absorber mating hole 634a.

[0188] The upper shock absorber 62 can be inserted into the upper shock absorber mounting portion 633 formed on the plate portion 631. With the upper shock absorber mounting portion 633 inserted into the upper shock absorber 62, the threaded fastener formed on the upper end of the upper shock absorber mounting portion 633 has a fastening member to fix the upper shock absorber 62.

[0189] The upper end of the upper shock absorber 62 can be coupled to the compressor mounting base 61. As an example, the upper end of the upper shock absorber 62 can be inserted into and coupled to the upper shock absorber coupling hole 61a of the compressor mounting base 61.

[0190] On the other hand, the lower end of the upper shock absorber 62 can be horizontally overlapped with the upper end of the lower shock absorber 64. As an example, the lower end of the upper shock absorber 62 can be located closer to the lower side than the upper end of the lower shock absorber 64. In addition, the lower end of the upper shock absorber 62 can be closer to the lower side than the upper end of the lower shock absorber joint 634.

[0191] The following describes the structure that uses the shock absorber assembly 60 to fix the position of the cover body 71.

[0192] The first main body guide portion 7131 of the cover body 71 can be constrained by the lower shock absorber joint portion 634. As an example, the first main body guide portion 7131 can be configured to surround the lower shock absorber joint portion 634 from the outside. The first main body guide protrusion 7131a of the first main body guide portion 7131 can be supported by the lower shock absorber joint portion 634. That is, in one embodiment, the air conditioner 1 can use the structure in which the first main body guide portion 7131 is supported by the lower shock absorber joint portion 634 to restrict and fix the horizontal movement of the cover body 71.

[0193] The first main support portion 717 of the cover body 71 can be restricted by the upper shock absorber 62. The first main support portion 717 can be configured to surround the upper shock absorber 62. The upper shock absorber 62 can be disposed on the first main body recess 717a included in the first main body support portion 717. The upper shock absorber 62 disposed on the first main body recess 717a can be disposed on the outside of the first main body support portion 717. The first main support portion 717 can be supported by the upper end of the upper shock absorber 62. That is, in one embodiment, the air conditioner 1 can use the structure in which the first main support portion 717 is supported by the upper shock absorber 62 to restrict the horizontal movement of the cover body 71 and fix its position.

[0194] The second main support portion 718 of the cover body 71 can be restricted by the upper shock absorber 62. The second main support portion 718 can be configured to surround the upper shock absorber 62. The upper shock absorber 62 can be disposed on the second main body recess 718a included in the second main body support portion 718. The upper shock absorber 62 disposed on the second main body recess 718a can be disposed on the outside of the second main body support portion 718. The second main support portion 718 can be supported by the upper end of the upper shock absorber 62. That is, in one embodiment, the air conditioner 1 can use the structure in which the second main support portion 718 is supported by the upper shock absorber 62 to restrict the horizontal movement of the cover body 71 and fix its position.

[0195] The second main body guide portion 7132 of the cover body 71 can be limited by the side portion 632 of the shock-absorbing plate 63. As an example, the second main body guide portion 7132 can be configured to be surrounded by the side portion 632 of the shock-absorbing plate 63. The second main body guide protrusion 7132a of the second main body guide portion 7132 can be supported by the side portion 632 of the shock-absorbing plate 63. That is, in one embodiment, the air conditioner 1 can use the structure in which the second main body guide portion 7132 is supported by the side portion 632 of the shock-absorbing plate 63 to restrict the horizontal movement of the cover body 71 and fix its position.

[0196] According to one embodiment of the air conditioner 1, the compressor cover 70 is formed in a compact shape corresponding to the combination of the compressor 41 and the liquid receiver 47 to prevent contact with the surrounding structure, thereby reducing noise.

[0197] According to one embodiment of the air conditioner 1, the compact compressor cover 70 structure ensures a wider base space 45a inside the base 45.

[0198] According to one embodiment of the air conditioner 1, the compressor cover 70 can be stably fixed by utilizing a compressor cover 70 structure including a cover body 71 supported by a shock absorber assembly 60.

[0199] According to one embodiment of the air conditioner 1, by forming the compressor cover 70 in a shape corresponding to the shape of the assembly of the compressor 41 and the liquid receiver 47, the noise generated in the compressor 41 and the liquid receiver 47 can be reduced.

Claims

1. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The housing has an internal heat exchange circulation system, including a base forming the bottom surface; A compressor assembly, included in the heat exchange cycle, is disposed on the base; as well as A compressor cover that covers the compressor assembly; The compressor housing includes The main body of the cover covers the sides of the compressor assembly; as well as A cover is placed at the upper end of the cover body, covering the top surface of the compressor assembly.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body of the cover includes: The main body side portion is disposed on the side of the compressor assembly. The top part of the main body protrudes upward from the upper end of the side part of the main body; and The main body guide is connected to the lower end of the side portion of the main body.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The compressor assembly includes: Compressor, compressing refrigerant; and A receiver, integrated with the compressor, pre-treats the refrigerant flowing into the compressor. The main body side surface includes: The first main body side portion is configured to surround the side of the compressor; and The second main body side portion is connected to the first main body side portion and is configured to surround the side portion of the liquid reservoir.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cover includes: The base of the cover; and A cover guide portion is formed by protruding downward from the edge of the cover base portion; With the cover positioned at the upper end of the cover body, the cover guide portion mates with the top surface of the body.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 4, characterized in that, The liquid reservoir includes: The main body of the liquid reservoir; and A refrigerant inlet pipe extends upward from the top surface of the liquid receiver body, allowing refrigerant to flow into the liquid receiver body; The cover base portion includes a first cover through hole through which the refrigerant inflow pipe passes.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cover includes a first cover section formed to extend from the first cover through-hole to the edge of the cover base portion.

7. The air conditioner according to claim 5, characterized in that, The liquid receiver also includes a refrigerant connection pipe, which connects the liquid receiver body to the compressor.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cover also includes: The top part of the cover is positioned closer to the upper side than the base part of the cover. The cover extension connects the top portion of the cover to the base portion of the cover; and The recessed portion of the cover is recessed further downward than the top surface of the cover.

9. The air conditioner according to claim 8, characterized in that, The compressor includes: Compressor body; and A refrigerant discharge pipe extends upward from the top surface of the compressor body and discharges refrigerant from the compressor body; The recessed portion of the cover includes a second cover through-hole through which the refrigerant discharge pipe passes.

10. The air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that, The cover includes a second cover section formed to extend from the second cover through-hole to the edge of the cover base portion.

11. The air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that, The top surface of the cover includes a third cover through-hole that is spaced apart from the second cover through-hole.

12. The air conditioner according to claim 11, characterized in that, The top part of the cover includes a second cut portion connecting the second cover through hole and the third cover through hole.

13. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a shock absorber assembly for securing the compressor assembly to the base. The shock absorber assembly includes: Shock-absorbing plate; An upper shock absorber, disposed on the upper part of the shock-absorbing plate, is connected to the lower end of the compressor; and The lower shock absorber is disposed at the lower part of the shock-absorbing plate and fixed to the base.

14. The air conditioner according to claim 13, characterized in that, The damping plate includes: Plate section; and The lower shock absorber joint is formed with a step extending upward from the plate portion, and the lower shock absorber is engaged with the lower shock absorber joint. The main guide portion includes a main guide protrusion, which is formed at the lower end and supported by the lower shock absorber joint portion.

15. The air conditioner according to claim 13, characterized in that, The damping plate includes: Plate section; and The side portion extends upward from the edge of the plate portion; The main body guide portion includes a main body guide protrusion, which is formed at the lower end and supported by the side portion.

16. The air conditioner according to claim 13, characterized in that, The main body of the cover also includes: A main body extension extends outward from the lower end of the side portion of the main body, connecting the side portion of the main body and the main body guide portion; and The main support extends downward from the main body extension and is supported by the upper shock absorber.

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