A water intake device and an air conditioner

Abstract

This utility model discloses a water-drawing device and an air conditioner. The water-drawing device is installed inside the air conditioner, which also contains an air conditioner motor. The water-drawing device includes a guide rail, a drive motor, and a water-drawing lifting plate. The guide rail is located on the upper part of the air conditioner motor and is connected to the water-drawing lifting plate. The drive motor passes through the guide rail and is connected to the water-drawing lifting plate, driving the water-drawing lifting plate to unfold and roll up along the guide rail. This utility model can meet the installation and use requirements of air conditioning equipment in special scenarios. By controlling the unfolding and retraction of the water-drawing lifting plate through the drive motor, the water-drawing lifting plate is retracted when there is no rain, allowing airflow and ensuring the heat exchange and ventilation performance of the air conditioner during normal operation. When it rains, the water-drawing lifting plate unfolds to form a rainproof surface, preventing rainwater from entering the air conditioner and damaging the air conditioner motor and other electrical equipment, thus improving the reliability and safety of the air conditioner operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioning technology, specifically to a water intake device and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] In traditional air conditioning systems, the indoor unit is typically installed indoors, while the outdoor unit is placed outdoors to facilitate heat exchange. However, in certain special scenarios, such as open-air conference venues and presentations, or due to space constraints, it may be necessary to install the indoor unit outdoors. One of the biggest problems with the indoor unit being exposed to the outdoors is rainwater erosion. When it rains, rainwater easily enters the indoor unit, potentially causing short circuits in the circuit boards, damage to the air conditioning motor, and other malfunctions, severely impacting the normal operation of the air conditioner. Furthermore, rainwater cannot drain from the indoor unit, leading to prolonged exposure of the motor and other electrical equipment to rainwater corrosion, posing safety hazards and causing equipment damage.

[0003] Existing rain protection measures mostly involve installing a fixed rain cover on the outside of the air conditioner's indoor unit. This method is not only inconvenient to install and increases the space occupied by the air conditioner, but it also affects the air conditioner's heat dissipation and ventilation, reduces the air conditioner's energy efficiency, is inconvenient to use, and cannot drain water in a timely manner in accordance with the evaporator and weather conditions. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the problem of external rain protection for indoor air conditioning units in existing technologies, this utility model provides a water-drawing device and an air conditioner.

[0005] The present invention adopts the following technical solution.

[0006] The first aspect of this utility model discloses a water-drawing device, which is installed inside an air conditioner. The air conditioner also includes an air conditioner motor. The water-drawing device includes: a guide rail, a drive motor, and a water-drawing lifting plate.

[0007] The upper part of the air conditioner motor is connected to the guide rail, the guide rail is connected to the water-drawing lifting plate, the drive motor passes through the guide rail and is connected to the water-drawing lifting plate, and the drive motor drives the water-drawing lifting plate to unfold and roll up along the guide rail.

[0008] Preferably, the water-drawing lifting plate includes: a roll plate, a water-drawing component, and a water inlet, wherein the water-drawing component is connected to the roll plate, the roll plate is disposed on the guide rail, and the water-drawing component is provided with a water inlet.

[0009] Preferably, the water inlet is provided with a water inlet trough, and the water inlet and the water inlet trough are connected.

[0010] Preferably, the roll plate is connected to the drive motor, and the drive motor drives the roll plate to unfold and roll up along the guide rail.

[0011] Preferably, the water diversion device further includes: a controller and a rainwater detector disposed on the outer surface of the air conditioner, wherein the controller, the rainwater detector, and the air conditioner are connected.

[0012] The second aspect of this utility model discloses an air conditioner, including an air conditioner motor and the aforementioned water-drawing device, which is disposed on the upper part of the air conditioner motor.

[0013] Preferably, the air conditioner further includes an evaporator, the bottom of which is disposed within the water inlet lifting plate.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows.

[0015] This invention solves the rain protection problem for air conditioner indoor units placed externally, meeting the installation and usage needs of air conditioning equipment in special scenarios. By controlling the opening and closing of the water-drawing lifting plate with a drive motor, the water-drawing lifting plate is retracted when there is no rain, allowing airflow and ensuring the heat exchange and ventilation performance of the air conditioner during normal operation. When it rains, the water-drawing lifting plate opens to form a rain-proof surface, preventing rainwater from entering the air conditioner and damaging the air conditioner motor and other electrical equipment, thus improving the reliability and safety of air conditioner operation. Furthermore, the water-drawing device is located inside the air conditioner, eliminating the need for excessive and complex external rain protection devices. The structure is compact, easy to install and use, reducing production and maintenance costs.

[0016] The connection between the roll plate and the water guide in this utility model allows rainwater to flow into the water guide when the roll plate unfolds along the guide rail, thus preventing rainwater from flowing into the air conditioner and damaging the air conditioner motor and other electrical equipment.

[0017] This utility model, through the combination of water inlet and water outlet, enables rainwater to be discharged in a timely manner, improves rain protection and drainage efficiency, and avoids damage to the equipment caused by long-term accumulation of rainwater.

[0018] The drive motor of this invention provides power for the unfolding and rolling of the roll, improving the degree of automation and feedback efficiency. When it rains, the efficiency of controlling the unfolding of the roll by the drive motor is higher, the response is more timely, and manpower is saved.

[0019] This invention detects rainfall using a rain detector, and then automatically controls the unfolding and rolling of the roll-up plate as well as the start and stop of the air conditioner. It achieves automated rain protection and drainage according to weather conditions without manual intervention, greatly improving the adaptability, reliability and safety of the air conditioner in outdoor environments.

[0020] The bottom of the evaporator of this invention is set inside the water inlet lifting plate, so that the condensate generated during the operation of the evaporator can flow into the water inlet tank and be discharged through the water inlet, thereby improving the reliability and safety of the air conditioner operation. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a top view of the air conditioner of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a front sectional view of the air conditioner of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the air conditioner of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a diagram of the rolling structure of the water-drawing lifting plate of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is an unfolded structural diagram of the water-diverting lifting plate of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a bottom view of the water-lifting plate of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a structural diagram of the controller of this utility model;

[0028] In the diagram: 1. Rain detector; 2. Guide rail; 3. Drive motor; 4. Controller; 5. Water inlet lifting plate; 6. Air conditioning motor; 7. Electrical box; 8. Roll plate; 9. Water inlet component; 10. Water inlet; 11. Water inlet trough; 12. Evaporator. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. The embodiments described in this application are merely some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the spirit of this utility model, other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are all within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0030] like Figures 1-7 As shown, Embodiment 1 of this utility model discloses a water-drawing device, which is applied to an air conditioner. The air conditioner is equipped with an air conditioner motor 6. The water-drawing device includes: an inclined guide rail 2, a drive motor 3, and a water-drawing lifting plate 5.

[0031] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the air conditioner motor 6 is provided with a guide rail 2 on the upper part. The guide rail 2 and the water lifting plate 5 are slidably connected. The drive motor 3 passes through the guide rail 2 and is connected to the water lifting plate 5. The drive motor 3 drives the water lifting plate 5 to unfold and roll up along the guide rail 2.

[0032] This invention controls the opening and closing of the water-drawing lifting plate by a drive motor. When there is no rain, the water-drawing lifting plate closes to allow airflow and ensure the heat exchange and ventilation performance of the air conditioner. When it rains, the water-drawing lifting plate opens to form a rain shield, preventing rainwater from entering the air conditioner and damaging the air conditioner motor and other electrical equipment, thus improving the reliability and safety of the air conditioner. At the same time, the water-drawing device is installed inside the air conditioner, eliminating the need for excessive and complex external rainproof devices. The structure is compact, easy to install and use, and reduces production and maintenance costs.

[0033] An electrical box 7 is provided on one side of the air conditioner motor 6, and the electrical box 7 can be connected to other electrical equipment.

[0034] like Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the water-drawing lifting plate 5 includes: a roll plate 8, a water-drawing component 9, and a water inlet 10. One side of the water-drawing component 9 is connected to the roll plate 8. The roll plate 8 is set in the guide rail 2 and can slide along the guide rail 2. The water-drawing component 9 is provided with a water-drawing trough 11. A water inlet 10 is provided on one side of the water-drawing trough 11. The water inlet 10 and the water-drawing trough 11 are connected.

[0035] The connection between the roll plate and the water inlet of this utility model allows rainwater to flow into the water inlet as the roll plate unfolds along the guide rail, preventing rainwater from flowing into the air conditioner and damaging the air conditioner motor and other electrical equipment. Furthermore, the cooperation between the water inlet and the water outlet allows rainwater to be discharged in a timely manner, improving rain protection and drainage efficiency and preventing long-term accumulation of rainwater from damaging the equipment.

[0036] The roll plate 8 is connected to the drive motor 3. The forward and reverse rotation of the drive motor 3 drives the roll plate 8 to unfold and roll up along the guide rail 2.

[0037] The drive motor of this invention provides power for the unfolding and rolling of the roll, improving the degree of automation and feedback efficiency. When it rains, the efficiency of controlling the unfolding of the roll by the drive motor is higher, the response is more timely, and manpower is saved.

[0038] The output end of the drive motor 3 is connected to the roll plate 8 through a bearing. When the drive motor 3 rotates forward, it drives the roll plate 8 to rotate forward through the bearing, causing the roll plate 8 to roll up. When the drive motor 3 rotates in reverse, it drives the roll plate 8 to rotate in the opposite direction through the bearing, causing the roll plate 8 to unfold. When rainwater falls into the unfolded roll plate 8, it will slide down the roll plate 8 into the water inlet 11 and then be discharged from the water outlet 10, so that the rainwater can be discharged in time and avoid the accumulation of rainwater in the air conditioner, which may cause damage to the equipment.

[0039] The water intake device also includes: a controller and a rainwater detector 1 installed on the outer surface of the air conditioner. The rainwater detector 1 is used to detect rainfall. The controller, the rainwater detector 1, and the air conditioner are connected in communication.

[0040] This invention detects rainfall using a rain detector, and then automatically controls the unfolding and rolling of the roll-up plate as well as the start and stop of the air conditioner. It achieves automated rain protection and drainage according to weather conditions without manual intervention, greatly improving the adaptability, reliability and safety of the air conditioner in outdoor environments.

[0041] Preferably, but not limitingly, the rainwater detector 1 can be installed on the top of the air conditioner and employ a high-precision piezoelectric sensor, and the controller can be installed on the water-drawing lifting plate 5.

[0042] Preferably, but not limitingly, the water-drawing lifting plate 5 can be made of multiple sections of flexible metal plates hinged together, with a hydrophobic coating on the surface, making it easier to introduce rainwater into the water-drawing trough 11.

[0043] Preferably, but not limitingly, the controller can be connected to the drive motor 3 via a relay circuit. The drive motor 3 has a built-in limit switch. The controller controls the forward and reverse rotation of the drive motor 3, so that the roll plate 8 unfolds and rolls up along the guide rail 2.

[0044] like Figures 1-3 As shown in Embodiment 2 of this utility model, an air conditioner is disclosed, including an air conditioner motor 6 and a water-drawing device. The water-drawing device is installed on the upper part of the air conditioner motor 6. When it rains, the water-drawing lifting plate 5 in the water-drawing device is unfolded to prevent water from entering the air conditioner motor 6, electrical box 7 and other electrical equipment. When it is not raining, the water-drawing lifting plate 5 in the water-drawing device is rolled up to prevent the air inside the air conditioner from not circulating and affecting the heat dissipation and ventilation effect of the air conditioner.

[0045] The air conditioner also includes an evaporator 12, the bottom of which is located in the water inlet trough 11 of the water inlet lifting plate 5, so that the condensate generated by the operation of the evaporator 12 can flow into the water inlet trough 11 and be discharged through the water inlet 10, thereby improving the reliability of the air conditioner operation.

[0046] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: When the rainwater detector 1 does not detect rainfall, the roll plate 8 in the water-drawing lifting plate 5 is in a rolled-up state, the air conditioner maintains its original operation, the airflow is unobstructed, and the heat dissipation and ventilation effect of the air conditioner is not affected. The condensate produced by the evaporator 12 will flow into the water-drawing trough 11 and be discharged from the water inlet 10. When the rainwater detector 1 detects rainfall, it will start the drive motor 3 through the controller to drive the bearing to rotate, so that the roll plate 8 rotates and unfolds until it forms an inclined rain-blocking surface. Rainwater will flow into the water-drawing trough 11 along the unfolded roll plate 8 and be discharged from the water inlet 10, preventing water from entering and damaging the air conditioner motor 6. At the same time, it controls the air conditioner to stop to avoid potential safety hazards. When the rainwater detector 1 detects that the rainfall has stopped, it will control the drive motor 3 through the controller to drive the bearing to rotate in the opposite direction, so that the roll plate 8 rotates and retracts until it is in a rolled-up state, ensuring the normal operation of the heat exchange and ventilation functions of the air conditioner.

[0047] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows.

[0048] This invention solves the rain protection problem for air conditioner indoor units placed externally, meeting the installation and usage requirements of air conditioning equipment in special scenarios. By controlling the opening and closing of the water-drawing lifting plate with a drive motor, the water-drawing lifting plate is retracted when there is no rain, allowing airflow and ensuring the heat exchange and ventilation performance of the air conditioner during normal operation. When it rains, the water-drawing lifting plate opens to form a rain-proof surface, preventing rainwater from entering the air conditioner and damaging the air conditioner motor and other electrical equipment, thus improving the reliability and safety of air conditioner operation. Furthermore, the water-drawing device is located inside the air conditioner, eliminating the need for excessive and complex external rain protection devices. The structure is compact, easy to install, and reduces production and maintenance costs.

[0049] The connection between the roll plate and the water guide in this utility model allows rainwater to flow into the water guide when the roll plate unfolds along the guide rail, thus preventing rainwater from flowing into the air conditioner and damaging the air conditioner motor and other electrical equipment.

[0050] This utility model, through the combination of water inlet and water outlet, enables rainwater to be discharged in a timely manner, improves rain protection and drainage efficiency, and avoids damage to the equipment caused by long-term accumulation of rainwater.

[0051] The drive motor of this invention provides power for the unfolding and rolling of the roll, improving the degree of automation and feedback efficiency. When it rains, the efficiency of controlling the unfolding of the roll by the drive motor is higher, the response is more timely, and manpower is saved.

[0052] This invention detects rainfall using a rain detector, and then automatically controls the unfolding and rolling of the roll-up plate as well as the start and stop of the air conditioner. It achieves automated rain protection and drainage according to weather conditions without manual intervention, greatly improving the adaptability, reliability and safety of the air conditioner in outdoor environments.

[0053] The bottom of the evaporator of this invention is set inside the water inlet lifting plate, so that the condensate generated during the operation of the evaporator can flow into the water inlet tank and be discharged through the water inlet, thereby improving the reliability and safety of the air conditioner operation.

[0054] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and not to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can still be made to the specific implementation of this utility model. Any modifications or equivalent substitutions that do not depart from the spirit and scope of this utility model should be covered within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A water guide device, which is provided in an air conditioner, and the air conditioner is further provided with an air conditioner motor (6), and the water guide device comprises: The guide rail (2), drive motor (3), and water-lifting plate (5) are characterized in that: The air conditioning motor (6) is provided with the guide rail (2) on the upper part. The guide rail (2) is connected to the water-drawing lifting plate (5). The drive motor (3) passes through the guide rail (2) and is connected to the water-drawing lifting plate (5). The drive motor (3) drives the water-drawing lifting plate (5) to unfold and roll up along the guide rail (2).

2. The water intake device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water-drawing lifting plate (5) includes: a roll plate (8), a water-drawing component (9) and a water inlet (10). The water-drawing component (9) is connected to the roll plate (8). The roll plate (8) is mounted on the guide rail (2). The water-drawing component (9) is provided with a water inlet (10).

3. A water intake device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The water inlet (9) is provided with a water inlet trough (11), and the water inlet (10) and the water inlet trough (11) are connected.

4. A water intake device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The roll plate (8) is connected to the drive motor (3), and the drive motor (3) drives the roll plate (8) to unfold and roll up along the guide rail (2).

5. A water intake device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water intake device further includes: a controller and a rainwater detector (1) disposed on the outer surface of the air conditioner, wherein the controller and the rainwater detector (1) are connected to the air conditioner.

6. An air conditioner comprising an air conditioner motor (6), characterized by: It also includes the water-drawing device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the water-drawing device is disposed on the upper part of the air conditioning motor (6).

7. An air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that: The air conditioner also includes an evaporator (12), the bottom of which is disposed inside the water inlet lifting plate (5).

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