Dish washing and air blowing integrated machine

Abstract

The application relates to a dish-washing and air blower integrated machine. The dish-washing and air blower integrated machine comprises a dish-washing machine body, an air blower integrated module integrated in the dish-washing machine body and provided with an air duct, an air blower, a heating module and a cooling module; the air duct comprises a first air duct and a second air duct, the heating module is arranged in the first air duct, the cooling module is arranged in the second air duct, and the air blower is communicated with the first air duct and the second air duct; the dish-washing and air blower integrated machine has at least a hot air mode and a cold air mode; when the hot air mode is adopted, the first air duct is opened, the second air duct is closed, the heating module is started, and the air blower rotates to discharge hot air outward; when the cold air mode is adopted, the first air duct is closed, the second air duct is opened, the cooling module is started, and the air blower rotates to discharge cold air outward. In this way, the dish-washing and air blower integrated machine not only has the dish-washing function, but also integrates the air blower, combines the heating module and the cooling module arranged in the two air ducts, provides hot air and cold air to the external environment, and reduces the excessive occupation of the kitchen space.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a dishwasher fan combo machine. Background Technology

[0002] With technological advancements and improved living standards, dishwashers have become a part of people's daily lives. However, most under-sink dishwashers only offer washing and sanitizing functions. Since the ambient temperature in the kitchen is not adjustable, it can be very hot in summer and quite cold in winter. Current solutions involve installing additional fans or air conditioners, but these often take up excessive kitchen space. Utility Model Content

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to address the issue that installing additional fans or air conditioners would take up too much kitchen space, and to provide a dishwasher-fan combo unit.

[0004] This application provides a dishwasher and fan combo machine, comprising:

[0005] Dishwasher body;

[0006] The fan integration module is integrated into the main body of the dishwasher and has an air duct, a fan, a heating module and a cooling module; the air duct includes a first air duct and a second air duct, the heating module is installed in the first air duct and the cooling module is installed in the second air duct, and the fan is connected to both the first air duct and the second air duct;

[0007] The dishwasher fan combo has at least a hot air mode and a cold air mode. In hot air mode, the first air duct is open, the second air duct is closed, the heating module is activated, and the fan rotates to exhaust hot air. In cold air mode, the first air duct is closed, the second air duct is open, the cooling module is activated, and the fan rotates to exhaust cold air.

[0008] The aforementioned dishwasher-fan combo not only washes dishes but also integrates the fan into a single unit. Combined with heating and cooling modules housed in two separate air ducts, it provides both hot and cold air to the external environment. Furthermore, because the fan module is integrated into the main body of the dishwasher, it minimizes the space it occupies in the kitchen.

[0009] In one embodiment, the fan integration module further includes a first blocking mechanism, which is located at the end of the first air duct and the second air duct that connects to the fan. The first blocking mechanism is controlled to switch between a first position that blocks the connection between the first air duct and the fan, and a second position that blocks the connection between the second air duct and the fan.

[0010] The first blocking mechanism can change the connection between the fan and the first or second air duct by changing its own position. This not only simplifies the structure but also improves the reliability of the opening and closing states of the first and second air ducts in hot and cold air modes.

[0011] In one embodiment, the first blocking mechanism includes a first baffle, which is rotatably disposed at the end of the first air duct and the second air duct that communicates with the fan, so as to switch between a first position and a second position.

[0012] The first baffle has a simple structure and its position is switched by rotation, which simplifies the setting of the position switching device and improves the reliability of position switching.

[0013] In one embodiment, the dishwasher body has a washing chamber, and the end of the first air duct away from the fan is connected to the washing chamber; the dishwasher and fan combo also has a drying mode; when in drying mode, the first air duct is opened, the second air duct is closed, the heating module is activated, and the fan rotates to exhaust hot air into the washing chamber; wherein, the rotation direction of the fan in drying mode is opposite to the rotation direction of the fan in hot air mode.

[0014] In both drying and hot air modes, the heating module in the second air duct is used. In order to deliver the airflow required for drying and the airflow required for hot air to different locations, the rotation direction of the fan in drying mode is opposite to that in hot air mode. Therefore, the drying system in the main body of the dishwasher can be eliminated, simplifying the overall structure of the dishwasher fan combo.

[0015] In one embodiment, the fan integration module further includes a second blocking mechanism, which is disposed in the first air duct and located at the end where the heating module communicates with the first air duct and the dishwashing cavity; the second blocking mechanism is controlled to switch between a third position that blocks the communication between the first air duct and the dishwashing cavity, and a fourth position that allows the communication between the first air duct and the dishwashing cavity.

[0016] By setting a second blocking mechanism, when the second blocking mechanism is in the third position, it can block the heat generated by the heating module or the influence of the fan on the airflow inside the dishwasher, thus avoiding affecting the washing function.

[0017] In one embodiment, the second blocking mechanism includes a second baffle rotatably disposed in the first air duct to switch between a third position and a fourth position.

[0018] The second baffle has a simple structure and its position is switched by rotation, which simplifies the setting of the position switching device and improves the reliability of position switching.

[0019] In one embodiment, the cooling module includes a water curtain and a water supply component, wherein the water curtain is located in the second air duct and the water supply component is used to supply water to the water curtain.

[0020] When in cold air mode, the water supply component in the cooling module supplies water to the water curtain. After the water curtain humidifies, the airflow generated by the fan passes through the water curtain, which can cool the air and thus form cold air.

[0021] In one embodiment, the dishwasher body includes a water tank that is connected to the washing chamber of the dishwasher body, and a water supply component is connected to the water tank.

[0022] By utilizing the dishwasher's own water tank to supply water to the water curtain, the setup for connecting the water supply component to an external water source is simplified, as is the water supply path of the water supply component.

[0023] In one embodiment, the water tank is provided with a drain outlet, and a drain valve is provided at the drain outlet, which is opened or closed by the drain valve.

[0024] When not in cooling mode, the drain valve opens the drain outlet to drain the water in the tank.

[0025] When the cooling mode is not used for a long time, the drain valve can be opened to drain water from the tank to prevent bacteria from growing in the tank.

[0026] In one embodiment, the second air duct is also provided with a return port, which is connected to the water tank.

[0027] In this way, after passing through the water curtain, the water can fall into the second air duct and then flow back into the water tank from the return port for recycling or discharge.

[0028] In one embodiment, the fan integration module is located vertically at the top of the dishwasher body.

[0029] By vertically positioning the fan integration module at the top of the dishwasher body, it avoids water inlets and outlets or areas prone to leaks, improving the reliability and lifespan of the fan integration module. Furthermore, it allows the fan integration module's air outlet to be positioned further away from the ground and closer to the user's operating position in the kitchen, enhancing the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a dishwasher fan integrated machine in one or more embodiments of this application.

[0031] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the integrated fan module in the dishwasher fan unit.

[0032] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the integrated fan module of the dishwasher fan unit in hot air mode.

[0033] Figure 4 for Figure 2 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the integrated fan module of the dishwasher fan unit in cold air mode.

[0034] Figure 5 for Figure 2 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the integrated fan module of the dishwasher / fan unit in drying mode.

[0035] Figure 6 for Figure 1 The diagram shows a structural schematic of the dishwasher fan combo unit from another perspective.

[0036] Figure 7 for Figure 1 The diagram shows a structural schematic of the dishwasher fan combo unit from another perspective.

[0037] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0038] 100. Dishwasher with integrated fan; 10. Dishwasher body; 11. Washing chamber; 12. Outer shell; 13. Water tank; 131. Water inlet; 132. Water inlet valve; 133. Drain outlet; 134. Drain valve; 20. Fan integrated module; 21. Air duct; 211. First air duct; 2111. First connecting port; 2112. Second connecting port; 212. Second air duct; 2121. Third connecting port; 2122. Fourth connecting port; 2123. Return port; 213. Air outlet; 22. Fan; 23. Heating module; 24. Cooling module; 25. First blocking mechanism; 251. First baffle; 26. Second blocking mechanism; 261. Second baffle; 27. Water inlet pipe; 28. Water return pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0039] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0040] In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" appear, these terms indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0041] Furthermore, where the terms "first" and "second" appear, these terms are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, where the term "multiple" appears, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0042] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0043] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the use of descriptions such as "above" or "below" the second feature indicates that the first and second features are in direct contact or indirect contact via an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. Similarly, "below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0044] It should be noted that if an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. If an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. If so, the terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this application are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0045] See Figures 1-5 An embodiment of this application provides a dishwasher with a fan 22 integrated machine, including a dishwasher body 10 and a fan integrated module 20.

[0046] The dishwasher body 10 refers to the main module capable of performing the dishwashing function. Specifically, the dishwasher body 10 has a washing cavity 11, which can accommodate dishes. The dishwasher body 10 may also include a housing 12, a spray system, a drying system, etc. The housing 12 has the washing cavity 11. The spray system is used to spray and clean the dishes to be cleaned in the washing cavity 11. The drying system is used to dry the dishes after cleaning.

[0047] The fan integration module 20 is integrated into the dishwasher body 10 and includes an air duct 21, a fan 22, a heating module 23, and a cooling module 24. The air duct 21 refers to the channel for gas flow, specifically including a first air duct 211 and a second air duct 212. The heating module 23 is installed in the first air duct 211, and the cooling module 24 is installed in the second air duct 212. The fan 22 is connected to both the first air duct 211 and the second air duct 212.

[0048] The integration of the fan module 20 into the dishwasher body 10 refers to the fact that the fan module 20 is located on the dishwasher body 10 and can form a whole with the dishwasher body 10.

[0049] One end of the first air duct 211 has a first connecting port 2111, which is connected to the fan 22. The first air duct 211 also has a second connecting port 2112, which is connected to the outside. One end of the second air duct 212 has a third connecting port 2121, which is connected to the fan 22. The second air duct 212 also has a fourth connecting port 2122, which is connected to the outside.

[0050] The fan 22 can be a wind turbine or other mechanism that can generate airflow.

[0051] The dishwasher fan 22 integrated machine has at least a hot air mode and a cold air mode. When in hot air mode, the first air duct 211 is open, the second air duct 212 is closed, the heating module 23 is activated, and the fan 22 rotates to exhaust hot air. When in cold air mode, the first air duct 211 is closed, the second air duct 212 is open, the cooling module 24 is activated, and the fan 22 rotates to exhaust cold air.

[0052] When the first air duct 211 is open, it means that airflow can flow within the first air duct 211. Therefore, both the first connecting port 2111 and the second connecting port 2112 are open. When the first air duct 211 is closed, it means that airflow cannot flow within the first air duct 211. At this time, either the first connecting port 2111 or the second connecting port 2112 can be closed, or both can be closed.

[0053] When the second air duct 212 is open, it means that airflow can flow within the second air duct 212. Therefore, both the third connecting port 2121 and the fourth connecting port 2122 are open. When the second air duct 212 is closed, it means that airflow cannot flow within the second air duct 212. At this time, either the third connecting port 2121 or the fourth connecting port 2122 can be closed, or both can be closed.

[0054] In practical applications, when the user activates the hot air mode, the first air duct 211 opens and the second air duct 212 closes. At this time, the heating module 23 in the first air duct 211 is activated, heating the surrounding air. The fan 22 rotates to provide outward airflow into the first air duct 211. The heated air is then discharged outward with the airflow, forming hot air and thus providing hot air to the external environment. Conversely, when the user activates the cold air mode, the first air duct 211 opens and the second air duct 212 closes. At this time, the cooling module 24 in the second air duct 212 is activated, cooling the surrounding air. The fan 22 rotates to provide outward airflow into the second air duct 212. The cooled air is then discharged outward with the airflow, forming cold air and thus providing cold air to the external environment.

[0055] It should be noted that, in order to better achieve the effects of hot and cold air, the cooling module 24 is turned off in hot air mode, and the hot air module is turned off in cold air mode. In addition, the air duct 21 has an air outlet 213, which is used to exhaust hot or cold air.

[0056] Therefore, the dishwasher with integrated fan 22 in this embodiment not only has a dishwasher function, but also integrates the fan 22 into one unit. Combined with the heating module 23 and cooling module 24 respectively installed in the two air ducts 21, it can provide hot and cold air to the external environment. In addition, since the fan 22 integrated module is integrated into the dishwasher body 10, it reduces the excessive occupation of kitchen space.

[0057] In the specific implementation of this application, the fan integration module 20 is disposed vertically on the top of the dishwasher body 10.

[0058] By vertically positioning the fan integration module 20 at the top of the dishwasher body 10, the fan integration module 20 can avoid water inlets and outlets or areas prone to leakage in the dishwasher body 10, thus improving the reliability and lifespan of the fan integration module 20. On the other hand, the air outlet of the fan integration module 20 can be positioned further away from the ground and closer to the user's operating position in the kitchen, thereby improving the user experience.

[0059] In some embodiments, the fan integration module 20 further includes a first blocking mechanism 25, which is disposed at one end of the first air duct 211 and the second air duct 212 that communicates with the fan 22. The first blocking mechanism 25 is controlled to switch between a first position that blocks the communication between the first air duct 211 and the fan 22, and a second position that blocks the communication between the second air duct 212 and the fan 22.

[0060] It can be understood that in hot air mode, the first blocking mechanism 25 is controlled to switch to a second position, blocking the connection between the second air duct 212 and the fan 22, allowing the fan 22 to connect to the heating module 23 in the first air duct 211 and exhaust hot air. In cold air mode, the first blocking mechanism 25 is controlled to switch to a first position, blocking the connection between the first air duct 211 and the fan 22, allowing the fan 22 to connect to the cooling module 24 in the second air duct 212 and exhaust cold air. In other words, when the first blocking mechanism 25 is in the first position, it not only blocks the connection between the first air duct 211 and the fan 22 but also allows the second air duct 212 to connect to the fan 22; when the first blocking mechanism 25 is in the second position, it not only blocks the connection between the second air duct 212 and the fan 22 but also allows the first air duct 211 to connect to the fan 22. Therefore, due to the setting of the first blocking mechanism 25, the opening and closing states of the first air duct 211 and the second air duct 212 are correlated.

[0061] Therefore, by setting the first blocking mechanism 25, the connection state between the fan 22 and the first air duct 211 or the second air duct 212 can be changed by changing its own position. This not only simplifies the structure, but also improves the reliability of the opening and closing states of the first air duct 211 and the second air duct 212 in hot air mode and cold air mode.

[0062] Specifically, the first blocking mechanism 25 includes a first baffle 251, which is rotatably disposed at the end of the first air duct 211 and the second air duct 212 that communicates with the fan 22, so as to switch between a first position and a second position.

[0063] The first baffle 251 has a simple structure and its position is switched by rotation, which simplifies the setting of the position switching device and improves the reliability of position switching.

[0064] More specifically, the first blocking mechanism 25 also includes a first driving mechanism, which is connected to the first baffle 251 and is used to drive the first baffle 251 to rotate. The first driving mechanism may be a motor.

[0065] In the embodiments of this application, the end of the first air duct 211 away from the fan 22 is connected to the washing chamber 11. The integrated washing fan 22 also has a drying mode. When in the drying mode, the first air duct 211 is opened, the second air duct 212 is closed, the heating module 23 is started, and the fan 22 rotates to exhaust hot air into the dishwasher. The rotation direction of the fan 22 in the drying mode is opposite to the rotation direction of the fan 22 in the hot air mode.

[0066] In practical applications, when the user starts the drying mode, the first air duct 211 opens and the second air duct 212 closes. At this time, the heating module 23 in the first air duct 211 is activated, which heats the surrounding air. The fan 22 rotates to provide airflow into the washing chamber 11. The heated air is discharged into the washing chamber 11 along with the airflow to form hot air, thereby providing hot air into the washing chamber 11.

[0067] Therefore, the heating module 23 in the second air duct 212 is used in both the drying mode and the hot air mode. In order to deliver the airflow required for drying and the airflow required for hot air to different locations, the rotation direction of the fan 22 in the drying mode is opposite to that in the hot air mode. Therefore, the drying system in the dishwasher body 10 can be eliminated, simplifying the overall structure of the dishwasher fan 22 integrated machine.

[0068] Specifically, in drying mode, the fan 22 rotates in reverse, while in hot air mode, it rotates forward. Additionally, in cold air mode, the fan 22 also rotates forward, ensuring that the hot and cold air are discharged in the same direction, both expelling hot or cold air to the external environment. Of course, in some other embodiments, the fan 22 may rotate in the opposite direction to the fan 22 in hot air mode.

[0069] In some embodiments, the fan integration module 20 further includes a second blocking mechanism 26, which is disposed in the first air duct 211 and located at the end of the dishwasher where the heating module 23 communicates with the first air duct 211. The second blocking mechanism 26 is controlled to switch between a third position that blocks the communication between the first air duct 211 and the washing chamber 11, and a fourth position that allows the communication between the first air duct 211 and the washing chamber 11.

[0070] It is understandable that in hot air mode, the second blocking mechanism 26 is controlled to switch to the third position that blocks the connection between the first air duct 211 and the washing chamber 11, so that the heating module 23 cannot connect to the washing chamber 11, while the fan 22 connects to the heating module 23 in the first air duct 211 and exhausts hot air outward; in drying mode, the second blocking mechanism 26 is controlled to switch to the fourth position that connects the first air duct 211 and the washing chamber 11, so that the fan 22 can connect to the heating module 23 in the first air duct 211 and exhaust hot air into the washing chamber 11.

[0071] Therefore, by setting the second blocking mechanism 26, when the second blocking mechanism 26 is in the third position, it can block the heat generated by the heating module 23 or the influence of the fan 22 on the air flow inside the dishwasher, so as to avoid affecting the washing function.

[0072] Specifically, when the second blocking mechanism 26 is in the fourth position, the second blocking mechanism 26 can close the second communication port 2112 so that the hot air flow does not go outward, but is concentrated and discharged into the dishwashing cavity 11.

[0073] In some embodiments, the second blocking mechanism 26 includes a second baffle 261, which is rotatably disposed on the first air duct 211 to switch between a third position and a fourth position.

[0074] The second baffle 261 has a simple structure and its position is switched by rotation, which simplifies the setting of the position switching device and improves the reliability of position switching.

[0075] More specifically, the second blocking mechanism 26 also includes a second driving mechanism, which is connected to the second baffle 261 and is used to drive the second baffle 261 to rotate. The second driving mechanism may be a motor.

[0076] In the embodiments of this application, the heating module 23 includes a heating element, which may be a resistance wire, an electric heating tube, a ceramic heater, etc. Specifically, the heating module 23 is a PTC heating element.

[0077] The cooling module 24 includes a water curtain and a water supply assembly. The water curtain is located in the second air duct 212, and the water supply assembly is used to supply water to the water curtain. Specifically, the water supply assembly may include a water pump.

[0078] Thus, when in cold air mode, the water supply component in the cooling module 24 supplies water to the water curtain. After the water curtain is humidified, the airflow generated by the fan 22 passes through the water curtain, which can cool the air and thus form cold air.

[0079] In other embodiments, the cooling module 24 can also be a liquid-cooled structure, such as a liquid-cooled plate. By introducing liquid cooling water into the liquid-cooled plate, the air generated by the fan 22 can be cooled when it passes through the liquid-cooled plate, thereby forming cold air. In other embodiments, it can also be a finned heat exchanger, etc., and there are no specific limitations.

[0080] Combination Figure 6 and Figure 7 Furthermore, the dishwasher body 10 includes a water tank 13, which is connected to the washing chamber 11, and the water supply component is connected to the water tank 13.

[0081] By utilizing the water tank 13 of the dishwasher body 10 itself to supply water to the water curtain, the setup for connecting the water supply component to an external water source is simplified, and the water supply path of the water supply component is also simplified.

[0082] Specifically, the water tank 13 is located vertically at the bottom of the dishwasher body, and the water supply assembly is connected from the top of the dishwasher body to the water tank 13 at the bottom through the water inlet pipe 27.

[0083] In addition, the water tank 13 also has a water inlet 131, and a water inlet valve 132 is provided at the water inlet 131. The water inlet 131 is controlled to open or close by the water inlet valve 132.

[0084] For example, when in cold air mode, the water inlet valve 132 is controlled to open the water inlet 131 to introduce water into the water tank 13, which is then used by the water supply components.

[0085] The water tank 13 also has a drain outlet 133, and a drain valve 134 is provided at the drain outlet 133. The drain outlet 133 is opened or closed by the drain valve 134.

[0086] When not in cold air mode, drain valve 134 is controlled to open drain outlet 133 to drain water from the water tank 13.

[0087] In other words, when the cold air mode is not used for a long time, the drain valve 134 can be opened to drain water from the water tank 13 to prevent bacteria from growing in the water tank 13.

[0088] In the embodiments of this application, the second air duct 212 is further provided with a return port 2123, which is connected to the water tank 13.

[0089] In this way, after passing through the water curtain, the water can fall into the second air duct 212, and then flow back to the water tank 13 from the return port 2123 for recycling or discharge.

[0090] Specifically, the return port 2123 is connected to the water tank 13 through the return water pipe 28.

[0091] To provide a more complete understanding of this application, specific embodiments are provided below for illustration:

[0092] 1) When the dishwasher fan unit 100 is in cold air mode, start the water inlet valve 132 to open the water inlet 131 of the water tank 13, control the water tank to enter the water, and start the water pump of the water supply component to pump the water in the water tank 13 to the water curtain of the second air duct 212. After the water flows through the water curtain, it flows back to the water tank 13 from the return port 2123 of the second air duct 212. The first baffle 251 is in the first position, the second air duct 212 is opened, the fan wheel starts to rotate forward and blow air. The airflow blows out cold air after passing through the humidified water curtain.

[0093] 2) When the dishwasher fan 100 is in hot air mode, the heating module 23 is activated, the first baffle 251 switches to the second position, the second baffle 261 switches to the third position, the second air duct 211 opens, the fan wheel starts to rotate forward and blow air, and the airflow passes through the heating module 23 and blows hot air outward.

[0094] 3) When the dishwasher and blower combo 100 is in drying mode, the heating module 23 is activated, the first baffle 251 is switched to the second position, the second baffle 261 is switched to the fourth position, the second air duct 211 is opened, the impeller starts to reverse and blow air, and the airflow passes through the heating module 23 to blow hot air into the dishwasher cavity 11.

[0095] Based on the same inventive concept, this application also provides a control method for an integrated dishwasher with a fan, applicable to the integrated dishwasher in any of the above embodiments. The control method for the integrated dishwasher with a fan includes:

[0096] S100: In response to the start command of the hot air mode of the dishwasher fan combo machine, it controls the opening of the first air duct, the closing of the second air duct, the start of the heating module, and the rotation of the fan to exhaust hot air outward.

[0097] S200: In response to the start command of the dishwasher fan-cooled mode, it controls the first air duct to close, the second air duct to open, the cooling module to start, and the fan to rotate to exhaust cold air.

[0098] The integrated dishwasher and fan control method of this application embodiment can realize the discharge of hot or cold air, thereby raising or lowering the temperature of the kitchen environment and improving the user experience.

[0099] The control method for the integrated dishwasher fan in this application embodiment also includes:

[0100] S300: In response to the start command of the dishwasher-fan combo's drying mode, it controls the opening of the first air duct, the closing of the second air duct, the start of the heating module, and the rotation of the fan to exhaust hot air into the washing chamber. The rotation direction of the fan in the drying mode is opposite to that in the hot air mode.

[0101] In this way, hot air can be discharged into the washing chamber to dry the dishes inside.

[0102] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0103] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A dishwasher and fan combo machine, characterized in that, include: Dishwasher body; The fan integration module is integrated into the main body of the dishwasher and has an air duct, a fan, a heating module and a cooling module; the air duct includes a first air duct and a second air duct, the first air duct is provided with a heating module and the second air duct is provided with a cooling module, and the fan is connected to both the first air duct and the second air duct; The dishwasher fan unit has at least a hot air mode and a cold air mode; when in the hot air mode, the first air duct is opened, the second air duct is closed, the heating module is activated, and the fan rotates to exhaust hot air outward. When in the cold air mode, the first air duct is closed, the second air duct is opened, the cooling module is activated, and the fan rotates to exhaust cold air outward.

2. The dishwasher and fan integrated machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fan integration module also includes a first blocking mechanism, which is located at the end of the first air duct and the second air duct that connects to the fan. The first blocking mechanism is controlled to switch between a first position that blocks the connection between the first air duct and the fan, and a second position that blocks the connection between the second air duct and the fan.

3. The dishwasher and fan integrated machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first blocking mechanism includes a first baffle, which is rotatably disposed at the end of the first air duct and the second air duct that communicates with the fan, so as to switch between the first position and the second position.

4. The dishwasher and fan integrated machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The dishwasher body has a washing chamber, and the end of the first air duct away from the fan is connected to the washing chamber; the dishwasher and fan combo also has a drying mode; when in the drying mode, the first air duct is opened, the second air duct is closed, the heating module is activated, and the fan rotates to exhaust hot air into the washing chamber; wherein, the rotation direction of the fan in the drying mode is opposite to the rotation direction of the fan in the hot air mode.

5. The dishwasher and fan integrated machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, The fan integration module further includes a second blocking mechanism, which is disposed in the first air duct and located at the end where the heating module communicates with the first air duct and the dishwashing cavity; the second blocking mechanism is controlled to switch between a third position that blocks the communication between the first air duct and the dishwashing cavity, and a fourth position that allows the communication between the first air duct and the dishwashing cavity.

6. The dishwasher and fan integrated machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second blocking mechanism includes a second baffle that is rotatably disposed in the first air duct to switch between the third position and the fourth position.

7. The dishwasher and fan combo machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The cooling module includes a water curtain and a water supply component. The water curtain is located in the second air duct, and the water supply component is used to supply water to the water curtain.

8. The dishwasher and fan integrated machine according to claim 7, characterized in that, The dishwasher body includes a water tank, which is connected to the washing chamber of the dishwasher body, and the water supply component is connected to the water tank.

9. The dishwasher and fan integrated machine according to claim 8, characterized in that, The water tank is provided with a drain outlet, and a drain valve is provided at the drain outlet. The drain outlet is opened or closed by the drain valve. When not in the cooling mode, the drain valve is controlled to open the drain outlet to drain the water in the water tank.

10. The dishwasher and fan integrated machine according to claim 8, characterized in that, The second air duct is also provided with a return port, which is connected to the water tank.

11. The dishwasher and fan integrated machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The fan integration module is located vertically at the top of the dishwasher body.

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