Tray assembly and dishwasher

Abstract

The utility model discloses a tray assembly and dish washer, tray assembly configuration is used for bearing utensil, and tray assembly is equipped with water inlet nozzle, spout and flow channel, and flow channel intercommunication water inlet nozzle and spout, and flow channel is used for guiding the fluid from the water inlet nozzle and is passed into flow channel and sprays from spout to clean utensil and is placed in tray assembly. According to the tray assembly of the utility model embodiment, the waterway is integrated in the tray assembly, can improve the cleaning effect to utensil, and improves space utilization.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of washing appliance technology, and in particular to a tray assembly and a dishwasher. Background Technology

[0002] The water system of a dishwasher is a crucial structural element affecting its cleaning performance; a proper water system design significantly impacts the dishwasher's cleaning effectiveness. Dishwashers typically use spray arms to wash the dishes loaded onto the dish rack. The spray arms and dish rack are usually designed separately and then assembled together. However, the spray arms often occupy considerable space. When space constraints exist due to factors such as load capacity and size, the integrated design of the water system and dish rack becomes particularly important. Utility Model Content

[0003] One objective of this invention is to provide a tray assembly and a dishwasher that integrates water channels into the tray assembly, thereby improving the cleaning effect on appliances and increasing space utilization.

[0004] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a tray assembly is used in a dishwasher. The tray assembly is configured to carry appliances. The tray assembly has a water inlet, a nozzle, and a flow channel. The flow channel connects the water inlet and the nozzle. The flow channel is used to guide fluid entering the flow channel from the water inlet and spraying it out from the nozzle to clean the appliances placed on the tray assembly.

[0005] According to the tray assembly of this utility model embodiment, integrating the water channel into the tray assembly can improve the cleaning effect on the utensils and increase space utilization.

[0006] In addition, the tray assembly according to the above embodiments of the present invention may also have the following additional technical features:

[0007] In some embodiments, the tray assembly includes a first chassis for carrying an appliance, the first chassis including a first water pipe, the nozzle being disposed on the first water pipe, and the flow channel being formed within the first water pipe.

[0008] In some embodiments, the first chassis further includes a connecting strip, the first water pipe and the connecting strip are connected to form an integral structure; and / or, the nozzle is arranged on the upper surface of the first water pipe.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first water pipe includes a main water pipe and a branch water pipe. The main water pipe is located at the rear end of the tray assembly and extends in the left-right direction. The branch water pipe extends in the front-back direction and is connected to the main water pipe at its rear end. The water inlet is located on the main water pipe, and the nozzle is located on the branch water pipe.

[0010] In some embodiments, the water pipe branch includes a plurality of branches distributed in a left-right direction, the front ends of the plurality of water pipe branches being connected to the main water pipe; or, the water pipe branch is provided with one nozzle or at least two nozzles distributed in a front-back direction.

[0011] In some embodiments, the tray assembly further includes a support rod that connects to the tray assembly and protrudes from the upper surface of the tray assembly to position the device.

[0012] In some embodiments, the pallet assembly includes a side panel and a second chassis for carrying equipment, the side panel being connected to and extending upward from the side edge of the second chassis, the side panel surrounding a carrying space above the second chassis.

[0013] The second chassis and / or the side enclosure includes a second water pipe, the nozzle is disposed on the second water pipe, and the flow channel is formed inside the second water pipe.

[0014] In some embodiments, the second water pipe is disposed on the side enclosure and extends in the front-rear direction, and the nozzle is disposed on the second water pipe and faces the carrying space of the tray assembly.

[0015] A dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a body having a washing chamber; a water distributor disposed in the body having a first outlet; and the aforementioned tray assembly, wherein the first outlet is connected to the water inlet, and the water distributor supplies water to the flow channel.

[0016] In some embodiments, the dishwasher further includes a dish rack, the tray assembly being supported on the dish rack and movable back and forth with the dish rack to connect and disconnect the tray assembly from the water dispenser, wherein when the tray assembly is connected to the water dispenser, the first outlet is in communication with the water inlet, and when the tray assembly is disconnected from the water dispenser, the first outlet is disconnected from the water inlet. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a tray assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a tray assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 3 This is another cross-sectional view of a tray assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 5This is a schematic diagram of a water distributor according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Reference numerals: water distributor 10, water supply element 11, first outlet 1103, dishwasher 100, tray assembly 20, water inlet 2101, nozzle 2102, flow channel 2103, first water pipe 211, main water pipe 2111, branch water pipe 2112, connecting strip 212, support rod 213, dish rack 30. Detailed Implementation

[0023] In related technologies, the dish rack and spray arm are designed separately and then assembled together. The spray arm occupies a lot of space, which is not conducive to the assembly of tableware. In addition, related technologies also include the design of the spray arm belt, which uses a design with direct openings on the internal water pipe. This design has a relatively limited water spray space and cannot effectively spray the surface of the tableware, especially when the tableware obstructs the spray holes, resulting in a less than ideal washing effect.

[0024] The existing solutions have some drawbacks. The spray arm structure occupies a large space, which is not conducive to space utilization. The water jet range of the spray arm structure is limited, which cannot effectively clean tableware. Therefore, this utility model provides a tray assembly and a dishwasher.

[0025] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0026] like Figures 1 to 3 This utility model provides a tray assembly 20 for a dishwasher. The tray assembly 20 is configured to carry utensils, which can be utensils to be cleaned, such as plates, bowls, pots, cups, or baby bottles. The tray assembly 20 is provided with a water inlet 2101, a nozzle 2102, and a flow channel 2103. The flow channel 2103 is connected to the water inlet 2101, and the nozzle 2102 is connected to the flow channel 2103. Water or a detergent-containing solution for cleaning the utensils can be introduced into the flow channel 2103 through the water inlet 2101 and then flow along the flow channel 2103 to the nozzle 2102. The nozzle 2102 is used to spray water or a detergent-containing solution to clean the utensils carried by the tray assembly 20. In other words, the flow channel 2103 is used to guide the fluid introduced into the flow channel 2103 from the water inlet 2101 to be sprayed out from the nozzle 2102 to clean the utensils placed on the tray assembly 20. The tray assembly 20 of this invention can be configured for use in a dishwasher 100.

[0027] According to the tray assembly 20 of this utility model embodiment, a water inlet 2101, a spray nozzle 2102, and a flow channel 2103 are provided in the tray assembly 20. The flow channel 2103 is integrated with the tray assembly 20, which can reduce the space occupied by the tray assembly 20. Moreover, the use of the spray nozzle 2102, which is set to carry the utensils, to rinse the utensils placed on the tray assembly 20 can improve the cleaning efficiency and effect. In addition, it can also better spray water onto the tableware.

[0028] like Figures 1 to 3 In some embodiments, the tray assembly 20 includes a first chassis for supporting the appliance. The first chassis includes a first water pipe 211, and a nozzle 2102 is disposed on the first water pipe 211. The flow channel 2103 is formed inside the first water pipe. The flow channel 2103 inside the first water pipe 211 facilitates fluid flow and facilitates the forming of the tray assembly 20.

[0029] The first chassis also includes a connecting strip 212, and the first water pipe 211 and the connecting strip 212 are connected to form an integral structure. Furthermore, connecting the connecting strip 212 to the first water pipe 211 can improve the structural strength and stability of the tray assembly 20, thereby increasing its load-bearing capacity. Additionally, the tray assembly 20 can be configured in a mesh shape, facilitating the flow of fluid through the tray assembly 20 during the washing process and also facilitating the collection of food residue during dishwashing, thus improving the efficiency and effectiveness of dishwashing.

[0030] Of course, the tray assembly 20 in this utility model can also be configured as a plate structure, which can be configured with a hollow structure and flow channel 2103, etc. The above description is only some embodiments of this utility model and is not a limitation on the protection scope of this utility model.

[0031] Optionally, the first water pipe 211 and the connecting strip 212 are connected as a single unit. For example, the first water pipe 211 and the connecting strip 212 are integrally formed. This integral structure can improve the structural strength of the tray assembly 20, thereby increasing its load-bearing capacity and improving the cleaning efficiency and effectiveness of the appliance. Alternatively, the first water pipe 211 and the connecting strip 212 can be welded together. This facilitates the separate forming of the first water pipe 211 and the connecting strip 212, followed by welding them together after forming. This improves the forming efficiency of the tray assembly 20 and reduces its cost.

[0032] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 3Nozzle 2102 is arranged on the upper surface of the first water pipe 211. Appliances can be placed above the first chassis, and nozzle 2102 can be configured to spray water upwards to clean appliances placed on the planar mesh tray assembly 20, thereby achieving both support and cleaning of the appliances, improving the load-bearing capacity and cleaning efficiency of the tray assembly 20. Furthermore, it simplifies the structure of the tray assembly 20, reducing its production cost and improving its usage efficiency.

[0033] The first water pipe 211 may include a main water pipe 2111 and branch water pipes 2112. The main water pipe 2111 is located at the rear end of the tray assembly 20 and extends in the left-right direction. The branch water pipes 2112 extend in the front-back direction and are connected to the main water pipe 2111 at their rear ends. A water inlet 2101 is located on the main water pipe 2111, and a nozzle 2102 is located on the branch water pipe 2112. The main water pipe 2111 can be connected to the water inlet 2101 to allow fluid to enter the first water pipe 211 and then be distributed along the main water pipe 2111 to the branch water pipes 2112. Multiple branch water pipes 2112 can be provided, which simplifies the structure of the first water pipe 211 and enables water delivery over a wide area, effectively improving the ability and efficiency of the tray assembly 20 to clean tableware.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 3 The water pipe branch lines 2112 may include multiple ones distributed in the left-right direction. The front ends of the multiple water pipe branch lines 2112 are connected to the main water pipe line 2111, which can increase the cleaning range of the tray assembly 20 and improve cleaning efficiency and effectiveness. In addition, the water pipe branch line 2112 is provided with a nozzle 2102 or at least two nozzles 2102 distributed in the front-back direction, which can further improve cleaning efficiency and cleaning range.

[0035] like Figures 1 to 3 The tray assembly 20 may further include a support rod 213, which connects to the tray assembly 20 and protrudes from the upper surface of the tray assembly 20 to position the appliance. The support rod 213 can be used to position the appliance, allowing for convenient cleaning using the fluid sprayed from the nozzle 2102 after the appliance is positioned in a preset position, effectively improving cleaning efficiency and effectiveness. Optionally, the support rod 213 can be configured to be inclined or vertical, allowing the appliance to be placed at an angle on the tray assembly 20. This ensures effective rinsing of the appliance while also facilitating downward flow of fluid on the appliance for drainage.

[0036] In other embodiments, the tray assembly 20 includes a second base and a side panel. The second base is used to support the appliance, and the side panel is connected to the side edge of the second base and extends upward, forming a support space above the second base. The second base and / or the side panel includes a second water pipe, with a nozzle 2102 disposed on the second water pipe, and a flow channel 2103 formed inside the second water pipe. This allows for more stable placement of the appliance on the tray assembly 20, improving the stability of the appliance placement during the cleaning process. It also allows for an appropriate increase in the water pressure sprayed from the nozzle 2102, thereby improving the cleaning efficiency and effectiveness.

[0037] The second water pipe can be located on the side and extend in the front-to-back direction. The nozzle 2102 is located on the second water pipe and faces the carrying space of the tray assembly 20. This facilitates the cleaning of utensils placed on the tray assembly 20 and also allows for easy connection of the second water pipe to a water inlet device.

[0038] In some embodiments, the water inlet 2101 is located at the rear end of the tray assembly 20. In this way, the water inlet 2101 can be connected to the water distributor 10 from front to back, so that the water distributor 10 can supply water to the water inlet 2101, thereby improving the connection efficiency between the tray assembly 20 and the water distributor 10.

[0039] like Figures 1 to 4 The dishwasher 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a body, a water distributor 10, and the aforementioned tray assembly 20. The body has a washing chamber; the water distributor 10 is disposed in the body and has a first outlet 1103. The first outlet 1103 is used to connect to the tray assembly 20. The first outlet 1103 communicates with a water inlet 2101, and the water distributor 10 supplies water to the flow channel 2103. Water can be supplied to the tray assembly 20 by the water distributor 10, so that the tray assembly 20 can be used to clean tableware.

[0040] like Figures 1 to 4 In some embodiments, the tray assembly 20 is movable to connect and disconnect from the water distributor 10. When the tray assembly 20 is connected to the water distributor 10, the first outlet 1103 is connected to the water inlet 2101; when the tray assembly 20 is disconnected from the water distributor 10, the first outlet 1103 is disconnected from the water inlet 2101. This facilitates the connection of the tray assembly 20 to the water distributor 10, and allows for the placement and removal of utensils that have been cleaned or are yet to be cleaned.

[0041] like Figures 1 to 4 In some embodiments, the dishwasher 100 also includes a dish rack 30, on which a tray assembly 20 is supported. The support of the dish rack 30 can improve the stability of the tray assembly 20. In addition, the tray assembly 20 can expand the function of the dish rack 30, making it easier to store and wash utensils.

[0042] The tray assembly 20 can move back and forth with the bowl basket 30 to connect and disconnect the tray assembly 20 from the water dispenser 10. When the tray assembly 20 is connected to the water dispenser 10, the first outlet 1103 is connected to the water inlet 2101. When the tray assembly 20 is disconnected from the water dispenser 10, the first outlet 1103 is disconnected from the water inlet 2101.

[0043] The dish rack 30 has a first placement position and a second placement position for supporting the tray assembly 20. When the tray assembly 20 is placed in the first placement position, the water inlet 2101 is connected to the first outlet 1103. When the tray assembly 20 is placed in the second placement position, the water inlet 2101 is separated from the first outlet 1103. This allows for convenient provision of different cleaning methods for the appliances on the tray assembly 20, improving cleaning efficiency and effectiveness, and increasing the applicability of the dishwasher 100.

[0044] Optionally, the tray assembly 20 has a first position and a second position. The tray assembly 20 includes a water inlet 2101, a nozzle 2102, and a flow channel 2103. The flow channel 2103 is connected to the water inlet 2101, and the nozzle 2102 is connected to the flow channel 2103. In the first position, the water inlet 2101 is inserted into the first outlet 1103, and in the second position, the tray assembly 20 is separated from the first outlet 1103. In addition, in the first position, the water inlet 2101 is connected to the water distributor 10 to supply water to the tray assembly 20 using the water supply element 11 for washing tableware using the tray assembly 20.

[0045] like Figures 1 to 4 In some embodiments, the tray assembly 20 is used to carry appliances. A water inlet 2101, a nozzle 2102, and a flow channel 2103 are disposed on the tray assembly 20. The flow channel 2103 guides fluid entering from the water inlet 2101 into the flow channel 2103, which is then ejected from the nozzle 2102 to clean the appliances placed on the tray assembly 20. Integrating the flow channel 2103 into the tray assembly 20 simplifies the flow path structure and enables rapid and effective cleaning of the appliances carried on the tray assembly 20.

[0046] The tray assembly 20 of this invention integrates the flow channel 2103 and the tray assembly 20 for placing cups and other tableware into one unit. The flow channel 2103 is located inside the tray assembly 20, and nozzles 2102 are provided. The tray assembly 20 is connected to the water distributor 10 via a water inlet 2101 at the bottom and is fixed within the dishwasher 100 cavity by the support structure of the dish rack 30. Typically, at least one nozzle 2102 corresponds to one glass or other tableware. The nozzle 2102 can be a flat nozzle 2102, a protruding nozzle 2102, or a nozzle 2102 extending into the inside of the glass. This structure effectively covers the inner surface of the glass, cleaning it thoroughly. The tray assembly 20 combines the tray assembly 20 and the flow channel 2103 into one unit. Nozzles 2102 are provided on the tray assembly 20, aligned with the tableware, maximizing coverage of the tableware's interior for effective cleaning. This solves the problem of limited internal space in existing small models, which prevents the design of spray arms.

[0047] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0048] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0049] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly 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 explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0050] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through 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. "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.

[0051] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0052] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A tray assembly (20) for a dishwasher (100), characterized in that, The tray assembly (20) is configured to carry appliances. The tray assembly (20) has a water inlet (2101), a nozzle (2102) and a flow channel (2103). The flow channel (2103) connects the water inlet (2101) and the nozzle (2102). The flow channel (2103) is used to guide fluid entering the flow channel (2103) from the water inlet (2101) and spraying it out from the nozzle (2102) to clean the appliances placed on the tray assembly (20).

2. The tray assembly (20) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tray assembly (20) includes a first chassis for carrying the appliance, the first chassis including a first water pipe (211), the nozzle (2102) being disposed on the first water pipe (211), and the flow channel (2103) being formed inside the first water pipe.

3. The tray assembly (20) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first chassis also includes a connecting strip (212), the first water pipe (211) and the connecting strip (212) are connected to form an integral structure; and / or, the nozzle (2102) is arranged on the upper surface of the first water pipe (211).

4. The tray assembly (20) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first water pipe (211) includes a main water pipe (2111) and a branch water pipe (2112). The main water pipe (2111) is located at the rear end of the tray assembly (20) and extends in the left-right direction. The branch water pipe (2112) extends in the front-back direction and is connected to the main water pipe (2111) at its rear end. The inlet (2101) is located on the main water pipe (2111), and the nozzle (2102) is located on the branch water pipe (2112).

5. The tray assembly (20) according to claim 4, characterized in that, The water pipe branch (2112) includes a plurality of branches distributed in the left-right direction, the front ends of the plurality of water pipe branches (2112) being connected to the main water pipe (2111); or, the water pipe branch (2112) is provided with one of the nozzles (2102) or at least two nozzles (2102) distributed in the front-back direction.

6. The tray assembly (20) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The tray assembly (20) further includes a support rod (213) that connects to the tray assembly (20) and protrudes from the upper surface of the tray assembly (20) to position the device.

7. The tray assembly (20) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pallet assembly (20) includes a side panel and a second chassis for carrying equipment. The side panel is connected to the side edge of the second chassis and extends upward, and the side panel surrounds a carrying space above the second chassis. The second chassis and / or the side enclosure includes a second water pipe, the nozzle (2102) is disposed on the second water pipe, and the flow channel (2103) is formed inside the second water pipe.

8. The tray assembly (20) according to claim 7, characterized in that, The second water pipe is located on the side wall and extends in the front-to-back direction, and the nozzle (2102) is located on the second water pipe and faces the carrying space of the tray assembly (20).

9. A dishwasher (100), characterized in that, include: The machine body is provided with a washing chamber; A water distributor (10) is provided on the machine body, and the water distributor (10) is provided with a first outlet (1103); The tray assembly (20) according to any one of claims 1-8, wherein the first outlet (1103) is connected to the water inlet (2101), and the water distributor (10) supplies water to the flow channel (2103).

10. The dishwasher (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The dishwasher (100) also includes a dish rack (30), and the tray assembly (20) is supported on the dish rack (30) and can move back and forth with the dish rack (30) to connect and disconnect the tray assembly (20) from the water dispenser (10). When the tray assembly (20) is connected to the water dispenser (10), the first outlet (1103) is connected to the water inlet (2101). When the tray assembly (20) is disconnected from the water dispenser (10), the first outlet (1103) is disconnected from the water inlet (2101).

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