A steam cleaner

Abstract

The utility model relates to cleaning equipment technical field discloses a steam cleaning machine, including shell and water storage container, is set up in water inlet on water storage container, water storage container is detachably arranged on the shell, when using the steam cleaning machine, water storage container can be carried to the water source separately and be added with water, need not to take away whole cleaning machine or use another container to fill water and add water operation, through the water inlet fast injection or cleaning, has promoted maintenance convenience and use flexibility, has simplified the overall structure simultaneously.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cleaning equipment technology, and in particular to a steam cleaner. Background Technology

[0002] Chinese patent CN221515378U discloses a steam cleaner, including a shell with a water storage container fixedly installed at the bottom of the shell. A water inlet connected to the water storage container is opened on the outer wall of the shell. A water pump and a heating mechanism are built into the shell. The water storage container, water pump and heating mechanism are connected by a water pipe. The water pump can deliver water in the water storage container to the heating mechanism. The output end of the heating mechanism is connected to a spray gun for spraying high-temperature steam.

[0003] The aforementioned steam cleaner has a certain water storage capacity and does not require connection to a water source during use. The equipment can be moved to the location required by the user for operation, which is quite convenient. However, since the water inlet of the cleaner is located on the outer casing, the entire cleaner must be moved to the water source or a separate container must be used to carry the water to the cleaner before it can be refilled, which makes it inconvenient to use. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the drawback of existing steam cleaners being inconvenient to add water, the purpose of this invention is to provide a steam cleaner that is easy to add water to.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a solution through the following technical method: A steam cleaner includes a housing and a water storage container, the water storage container having a water inlet and being detachably mounted on the housing.

[0006] Compared with existing technologies, by adopting the above solution, users can remove the water storage container separately and carry it to the water source to add water when using the steam cleaner in this solution. There is no need to take the entire cleaner or use another container to fill the water. Water can be quickly added or cleaned through the water inlet, which improves the convenience of maintenance and the flexibility of use, while simplifying the overall structure.

[0007] Preferably, the outer casing has a mounting position for installing the water storage container and a positioning structure for calibrating the mounting position of the water storage container during installation.

[0008] Preferably, the positioning structure includes a positioning block protruding on the outer shell at the mounting position and a mating protrusion protruding on the water storage container and engaging with the positioning block for positioning.

[0009] Using the above solution, users can use the positioning block and the matching protrusion to connect the water storage container to the installation position in advance, which can enable faster and more accurate installation of the water storage container.

[0010] Preferably, the steam cleaner is provided with a handle, which includes recessed structures on the outer shell and the water container respectively, allowing a person to reach in and lift the water container separately or the steam cleaner as a whole.

[0011] Using the above solution, users can carry the entire steam cleaner using the recessed structure on the outer shell, or carry the water storage container separately using the recessed structure on the water storage container. When disassembling the water storage container, users can simply insert their fingers into the water storage container and lift it up, making the disassembly process more convenient.

[0012] Preferably, the recessed structure includes a groove formed on the top of the outer shell and the water storage container, and a cover plate fixedly connected to the outer shell or the water storage container and partially exposed in the groove.

[0013] Preferably, the recessed structures are respectively provided on the side where the outer shell and the water storage container contact each other and are aligned and assembled.

[0014] With the above solution, users can lift the water container or the entire steam cleaner from the same spot on the steam cleaner, and simply change the direction of their fingers to engage different recessed structures. The space formed by the two recessed structures is more spacious, and the fingers will not feel cramped when inserted. This design reduces the difficulty of operating the steam cleaner while improving the feel of operation. The structure is simple and effective.

[0015] Preferably, the housing has a built-in water pump and heating element, the water storage container has a water outlet, and the housing has an output port for connecting the spray gun. The water outlet, water pump, heating element and output port are connected in sequence through pipelines.

[0016] Preferably, a leak-proof mechanism is provided between the water storage container and the pipeline to prevent water from flowing out of the outlet when the water storage container is removed.

[0017] Preferably, the leak-proof mechanism includes a sealing member that is telescopically installed at the outlet and blocks the outlet when extended or opens the outlet when retracted; a supporting member that drives the sealing member to remain retracted when the water storage container is connected to the outer shell; and an elastic member that drives the sealing member to remain extended when the water storage container is detached from the outer shell. A connecting member for connecting to a water pipe is provided at the bottom of the outlet, and the outlet and the connecting member are sealed together.

[0018] Using the above solution, the leak-proof mechanism automatically seals the outlet with a plug during disassembly of the water storage container to prevent residual water leakage and maintain a dry and safe operating environment. The cooperation between the support and the elastic component ensures that the outlet is unobstructed during installation of the water storage container. During disassembly, the elastic component pushes the plug back to its original position and seals the outlet, requiring no manual intervention. A sealed connection is used between the outlet and the connecting component to prevent leakage at pipe connections and further ensure the system's airtightness.

[0019] This utility model has significant technical effects due to the adoption of the above technical solutions: Compared with the prior art, when using the steam cleaner in this solution, the user can remove the water storage container separately and carry it to the water source to add water, without having to take the entire cleaner or use another container to fill the water. Water can be quickly added or cleaned through the water inlet, which improves the convenience of maintenance and the flexibility of use, while simplifying the overall structure. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of a steam cleaner according to this embodiment; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled state of a steam cleaner according to this embodiment; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled state of a steam cleaner according to this embodiment; Figure 4 This is a top view of a steam cleaner according to this embodiment; Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A sectional view of AA in the middle; Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A magnified view of a portion of A1; Figure 7 yes Figure 4 A sectional view of BB in the middle; Figure 8 yes Figure 7 A magnified view of B1 in the image.

[0021] The parts referred to by the numbers in the above attached figures are as follows: 1. Outer shell; 2. Water storage container; 201. Inlet; 3. Mounting position; 4. Positioning block; 5. Mating protrusion; 6. Groove; 7. Cover plate; 8. Water pump; 9. Heating component; 10. Outlet; 11. Output port; 12. Sealing component; 13. Support component; 14. Elastic component; 15. Connecting component; 16. Steam hose; 17. Positioning post; 18. Positioning hole; 19. Slot; 20. Rib; 21. Retaining ring; 22. Sealing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0023] Example A steam cleaner, according to Figure 1 , 2As shown, the device includes a housing 1 and a water storage container 2. The housing 1 houses a water pump 8 and a heating element 9. The water storage container 2 has a water outlet 10, and the housing 1 has an output port 11 for connecting a spray gun. The water outlet 10, water pump 8, heating element 9, and output port 11 are connected sequentially by pipelines. In this embodiment, the water outlet 10, water pump 8, and heating element 9 are connected by water pipes (not shown in the attached drawings). The heating element 9 and the output port 11 are connected by a high-temperature and high-pressure resistant steam hose 16, and the steam hose 16 is partially exposed at the output port 11 for connecting the spray gun. The above is the prior art, and will not be described in detail in this embodiment.

[0024] The improvement in this embodiment is that, according to Figures 1-3 As shown, the water storage container 2 has a water inlet 201 and is detachably mounted on the outer shell 1. The outer shell 1 has an installation position 3 for mounting the water storage container 2. The installation position 3 has a protruding positioning block 4. In this embodiment, the positioning blocks 4 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the installation position 3. The water storage container 2 has a protruding mating protrusion 5 that can be engaged with the positioning blocks 4.

[0025] Steam cleaners also include a handle, according to Figures 1-3 As shown, the handle includes recessed structures on the outer shell 1 and the water storage container 2, respectively, for a person to reach in and lift the water storage container 2 separately or the steam cleaner as a whole. In this embodiment, the recessed structures are respectively provided on the side of the outer shell 1 and the water storage container 2 that are in contact with each other and are aligned and fitted together. The recessed structure includes a groove 6 formed on the top of the outer shell 1 and the water storage container 2. A cover plate 7 that partially exposes the groove 6 is fixedly connected to the outer shell 1 and the water storage container 2. According to Figure 3 , 6 As shown, in this embodiment, the cover plate 7 is provided with a positioning post 17, and the outer shell 1 and the water storage container 2 are provided with positioning holes 18 for the positioning post 17 to be inserted. After the positioning post 17 is inserted into the positioning hole 18, the outer shell 1 or the water storage container 2 is connected to the cover plate 7 by fasteners (not shown in the figure). The positioning post 17 is provided with holes for fastener connection.

[0026] The outer shell 1 and the water storage container 2 have slots 19 along the edge of the groove 6, and the edge of the cover plate 7 has protruding ribs 20 that can be tightly inserted into the slots 19.

[0027] A leak-proof mechanism is installed between the water storage container 2 and the pipeline to prevent water from flowing out of the outlet 10 when the water storage container 2 is removed. Figure 7 , 8As shown, the leak-proof mechanism includes a sealing member 12 that is telescopically installed at the water outlet 10 and blocks the water outlet 10 when extended or opens the water outlet 10 when retracted. When the water storage container 2 is connected to the outer shell 1, the sealing member 12 is driven by a supporting member 13 to remain in a retracted state. When the water storage container 2 is detached from the outer shell 1, the sealing member 12 is driven by an elastic member 14 to remain in an extended state. A connecting member 15 for connecting to a water pipe is provided at the bottom of the water outlet 10. The water outlet 10 and the connecting member 15 are sealed together. In this embodiment, a retaining ring 21 is formed at the water outlet 10. The elastic member 14 is a spring provided between the retaining ring 21 and the sealing member 12. The connecting member 15 and the supporting member 13 are integrally provided and fixedly embedded in the outer shell 1. A sealing ring 22 is provided between the connecting member 15 and the water outlet 10.

[0028] Based on the above structure, refer to Figures 1-8 It can be seen that when using the steam cleaner in this solution, the user can remove the water storage container 2 separately and carry it to the water source to add water. There is no need to take the entire cleaner or use another container to fill the water. Water can be quickly added or cleaned through the water inlet 201, which improves the convenience of maintenance and the flexibility of use, while simplifying the overall structure. Users can carry the entire steam cleaner using the recessed structure on the outer shell 1, or carry the water storage container 2 separately using the recessed structure on the water storage container 2. When disassembling the water storage container 2, users can put their fingers into the water storage container 2 and lift it up directly, making the process of disassembling the water storage container 2 more convenient.

[0029] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A steam cleaner, comprising a housing (1) and a water storage container (2), characterized in that: The water storage container (2) is provided with an inlet (201). The water storage container (2) is detachably mounted on the outer shell (1). The outer shell (1) has an installation position (3) for installing the water storage container (2) and a positioning structure for calibrating the installation position (3) of the water storage container (2) during installation. The positioning structure includes a positioning block (4) protruding from the outer shell (1) at the installation position (3) and a mating protrusion (5) protruding from the water storage container (2) and engaging with the positioning block (4) for positioning.

2. The steam cleaner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steam cleaner is provided with a handle, which includes recessed structures on the outer shell (1) and the water storage container (2) respectively, allowing a person to reach in and lift the water storage container (2) separately or lift the steam cleaner as a whole.

3. A steam cleaner according to claim 2, characterized in that: The recessed structure includes a groove (6) formed on the top of the outer shell (1) and the water storage container (2) and a cover plate (7) fixedly connected to the outer shell (1) or the water storage container (2) and partially exposed in the groove (6).

4. A steam cleaner according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The recessed structures are respectively set on the side of the outer shell (1) and the water storage container (2) that are in contact and are aligned and spliced ​​together.

5. A steam cleaner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer casing (1) contains a water pump (8) and a heating element (9). The water storage container (2) is provided with a water outlet (10). The outer casing (1) is provided with an output port (11) for connecting the spray gun. The water outlet (10), water pump (8), heating element (9) and output port (11) are connected in sequence through pipelines.

6. A steam cleaner according to claim 5, characterized in that: A leak-proof mechanism is provided between the water storage container (2) and the pipeline to prevent water in the water storage container (2) from flowing out of the outlet (10) when the water storage container (2) is removed.

7. A steam cleaner according to claim 6, characterized in that: The leak-proof mechanism includes a sealing member (12) that is telescopically installed at the outlet (10) and blocks the outlet (10) when extended or opens the outlet (10) when retracted; a top holding member (13) that drives the sealing member (12) to remain retracted when the water storage container (2) is connected to the outer shell (1); and an elastic member (14) that drives the sealing member (12) to remain extended when the water storage container (2) is detached from the outer shell (1). A connecting member (15) for connecting to a water pipe is provided at the bottom of the outlet (10), and the outlet (10) and the connecting member (15) are sealed together.

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