Salt tank assembly and water heater

Abstract

The utility model is suitable for water treatment equipment technical field discloses a kind of salt tank assembly and water heater.Wherein, salt tank assembly includes box body component and salt box, box body component includes box body and baffle, box body has salt box cavity and the entrance and exit being communicated with salt box cavity, salt box can be handled in salt box cavity by entrance and exit, baffle is rotatably or slidably connected in box body, for shielding or opening entrance and exit.The salt tank assembly of the utility model, by setting baffle rotatably or slidably connected in box body, when needing to add salt block, rotatable or sliding baffle can open entrance and exit, to take out salt box from salt box cavity, whole process does not need to disassemble baffle, also does not need to find position to place disassembled baffle, simple operation, user uses more conveniently, can provide better use experience for user.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water treatment equipment technology, and in particular to a salt tank assembly and a water heater. Background Technology

[0002] A water heater is a device that uses various physical principles to raise the temperature of cold water to produce hot water within a certain time. Based on different principles, they can be divided into electric water heaters, gas water heaters, solar water heaters, etc. Currently, with the improvement of people's living standards, people's requirements for daily water use are also increasing. Due to regional factors, water quality varies greatly across the country, and water resources differ significantly. In most areas, the water quality is hard. Prolonged use of hard water can cause dry, rough skin and accelerated aging. Therefore, the demand for soft water is constantly rising. Soft water contains little or no soluble calcium and magnesium compounds. Using soft water can effectively inhibit fungi, delay skin aging, and prevent scale buildup after heating, offering numerous benefits to daily life.

[0003] Based on this, water softening water heaters that integrate water softening components with water heater components have emerged on the market. These water softening components contain water softening resin, which effectively adsorbs calcium and magnesium ions in the water, significantly reducing water hardness. However, the adsorption capacity of water softening resin is limited. After continuous use, it reaches saturation due to adsorbing sufficient target ions, leading to a significant decrease or even failure of its ion exchange capacity, rendering it unable to continue providing effective softening. Therefore, a high-concentration sodium chloride solution (i.e., brine) needs to be supplied to the water softening resin. The sodium ions (Na+) in the brine exchange the calcium and magnesium ions adsorbed on the water softening resin through a displacement reaction, thus restoring the resin's adsorption capacity. Therefore, water softening water heaters need to be equipped with a salt tank to hold solid salt (i.e., salt blocks) or liquid salt (brine). In related technologies, adding salt blocks requires removing the salt tank lid, which is cumbersome and inconvenient for users. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a salt tank assembly and a water heater, aiming to solve the technical problem of cumbersome operation caused by the need to remove the cover when adding salt blocks.

[0005] According to a first aspect of this application, one embodiment provides a salt tank assembly, including a tank body and a salt container;

[0006] The box component includes a box body and a baffle plate. The box body has a salt box cavity and an inlet / outlet communicating with the salt box cavity. The salt box can be loaded and unloaded into the salt box cavity through the inlet / outlet. The baffle plate is rotatably or slidably connected to the box body and is used to block or open the inlet / outlet.

[0007] In one embodiment, the housing includes a first side surface, and the entrance / exit is located on the first side surface;

[0008] When the shield blocks the entrance / exit, the shield covers the first side.

[0009] In one embodiment, the housing further includes a second side and a third side disposed opposite to each other, wherein the first side is connected between the second side and the third side;

[0010] The shielding plate includes a plate body, a first extension and a second extension, the first extension and the second extension are respectively connected to the two ends of the plate body and are bent and extended; the plate body is used to cover the first side, the first extension is used to cover part of the second side, and the second extension is used to cover part of the third side.

[0011] In one embodiment, the box includes a box body and a reinforcing plate, the salt box cavity and the inlet / outlet are both opened in the box body, and the reinforcing plate is connected to the outer surface of the box body;

[0012] The shield is rotatably or slidably connected to the box body or the reinforcing plate.

[0013] In one embodiment, the shield is provided with;

[0014] Alternatively, two baffles may be provided;

[0015] Alternatively, the salt box cavity and the inlet / outlet are provided in at least two, and each corresponds to one of them; the baffle is provided in at least two, and each corresponds to one of the inlet / outlet.

[0016] In one embodiment, at least two salt box cavities and at each of the inlets and outlets are provided, and they correspond one-to-one. Each salt box cavity and each of the inlets and outlets are arranged along a first direction, and each of the inlets and outlets is located on the same side of the box body.

[0017] In one embodiment, a snap-fit ​​structure is provided between the shield and the housing, the snap-fit ​​structure being used to keep the shield in a state of covering the entrance / exit;

[0018] Alternatively, a magnetic attraction structure is provided between the shield and the box body, the magnetic attraction structure being used to keep the shield in a state of covering the entrance and exit;

[0019] Alternatively, an elastic element may be provided between the shield and the housing, the elastic element being used to keep the shield rotating in the direction of covering the entrance / exit.

[0020] In one embodiment, the shield has a first end and a second end disposed opposite to each other. The first end is rotatably connected to the housing. The second end or the area of ​​the housing corresponding to the second end is provided with a force-bearing part, which is used for a user to apply force to the shield.

[0021] In one embodiment, the entrance / exit is located on the side of the housing, and the shield is rotatably connected to either side of the entrance / exit.

[0022] According to a second aspect of this application, one embodiment provides a water heater, including: a water heater body and a salt tank assembly as described in the first aspect, wherein the water heater body includes a heating component for heating water and a softening component for softening water, and the softening component is in communication with the heating component and the salt tank assembly.

[0023] The salt tank assembly and water heater according to the above embodiments, by providing a salt box cavity, can accommodate a salt box. A baffle plate can be provided to seal the salt box cavity, protecting the salt box. The baffle plate is rotatably or slidably connected to the tank body; when salt blocks need to be added, rotating or sliding the baffle plate opens the inlet / outlet, allowing the salt box to be removed from the salt box cavity. The entire process does not require disassembling the baffle plate, nor does it require finding a place to place a disassembled baffle plate. Operation is simple, making it more convenient for users and providing a better user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water heater provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the water heater provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the salt tank assembly provided in this embodiment of the present invention when the baffle plate is in the closed state;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the salt tank assembly provided in this embodiment of the present invention when the baffle plate is in the open state;

[0029] Figure 5This is an exploded view of the box provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the salt tank assembly provided in this embodiment of the present invention when it has two baffles and both baffles are in the closed state;

[0031] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure provided in this embodiment of the present invention, showing a structure with two shielding plates and both shielding plates in the open state.

[0032] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0033] 100. Salt tank assembly; 10. Tank component; 11. Tank body; 111. Salt box cavity; 112. Inlet / outlet; 113. Tank body; 114. Reinforcing plate; 115. First side; 116. Second side; 117. Third side; 12. Baffle plate; 121. Plate body; 122. First extension; 123. Second extension; 124. First end; 125. Second end; 20. Salt box; 30. Snap-fit ​​structure; 31. Protrusion; 32. Slot; 40. Force-applying part; 41. Groove; 200. Water heater body; 201. Heating component; 202. Softening component; 203. Outer shell; 300. Salt block.

[0034] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0036] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0037] It should also be noted that when a component is described as "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on the other component or there may be an intervening component present. When a component is described as "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component present.

[0038] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" in this utility model is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only on the basis of being achievable by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, such a combination of technical solutions should be considered non-existent and not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0039] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the salt tank assembly 100 provided in this embodiment of the present invention includes a tank body 10 and a salt box 20. In specific applications, salt blocks 300 are placed inside the salt box 20, which is installed on the tank body 10 and connected to the water softening component 202 of the water heater. The saturated brine formed by the dissolution of the salt blocks 300 can be transported from the salt box 20 to the water softening component 202 to allow the water softening resin to regain its adsorption capacity.

[0040] Please see Figures 3 to 5 The box component 10 includes a box body 11 and a baffle plate 12. The box body 11 has a salt box cavity 111 and an inlet 112 communicating with the salt box cavity 111. The salt box 20 can be loaded and unloaded into the salt box cavity 111 through the inlet 112. The baffle plate 12 is rotatably or slidably connected to the box body 11 and is used to block or open the inlet 112.

[0041] By adopting the above technical solution, a salt box cavity 111 is provided to accommodate the salt box 20. A baffle 12 is provided to seal the salt box cavity 111, protecting the salt box 20. The baffle 12 is rotatably or slidably connected to the housing 11. When salt blocks 300 need to be added, rotating or sliding the baffle 12 opens the inlet 112, allowing the salt box 20 to be removed from the salt box cavity 111. The entire process does not require disassembling the baffle 12, nor does it require finding a place to place a disassembled baffle 12. The operation is simple, making it more convenient for users and providing a better user experience.

[0042] In one embodiment, a rotatable connection structure is provided between the shield 12 and the housing 11 to achieve a rotatable connection between the shield 12 and the housing 11. The rotatable connection structure may include a rotating shaft and a mounting base with mounting holes. One of the shield 12 and the housing 11 is provided with a rotating shaft, and the other is provided with a mounting base. The shield 12 is rotatably mounted in the mounting hole of the mounting base via the rotating shaft, thereby achieving a rotatable connection between the shield 12 and the housing 11.

[0043] In another embodiment, a sliding connection structure is provided between the shield 12 and the housing 11 to achieve a sliding connection between the shield 12 and the housing 11. The sliding connection structure may include a slider and a slide rail. One of the shield 12 and the housing 11 is provided with a slider, and the other is provided with a slide rail. The sliding connection of the shield 12 is achieved through the cooperation of the slider and the slide rail.

[0044] Please see Figure 4 The enclosure 11 includes a first side 115, and an entrance 112 is opened on the first side 115. When the cover plate 12 covers the entrance 112, the cover plate 12 covers the first side 115. Setting the cover plate 12 to cover the first side 115, after the cover plate 12 completely covers the entrance 112, makes the surface of the enclosure 11 smoother and more complete, avoids the damage to the overall appearance caused by the irregular shape of the entrance 112 when not in use, and makes the enclosure 11 look more exquisite and beautiful with smoother lines.

[0045] Please see Figure 4 The enclosure 11 also includes a second side 116 and a third side 117 disposed opposite to each other, with a first side 115 connected between the second side 116 and the third side 117. A single baffle 12 is provided, comprising a main body 121, a first extension 122, and a second extension 123. The first extension 122 and the second extension 123 are respectively connected to both ends of the main body 121 and are bent and extended. The main body 121 covers the first side 115, the first extension 122 covers part of the second side 116, and the second extension 123 covers part of the third side 117. Side joints are often relatively weak points in the enclosure structure and are easily damaged by external impacts or pressure. The first extension 122 and the second extension 123 cover these areas, reinforcing and protecting them, making the overall structure of the enclosure 11 more robust, and improving the reliability and stability of the enclosure 11 in various operating environments. Furthermore, the cover plate 12 covers multiple sides of the box 11, making the appearance of the box component 10 more complete and uniform.

[0046] In one embodiment, the inlet / outlet 112 is located on the side of the housing 11, and the baffle 12 is rotatably connected to either side of the inlet / outlet 112. In practical applications, the inlet / outlet 112 is located on the side of the housing 11, and after the water heater is installed, the inlet / outlet 112 is usually located directly in front of the water heater, thus facilitating user removal of the salt box 20. The baffle 12 can be rotatably connected to either side of the inlet / outlet 112, such as the left, right, top, or bottom side. Preferably, the baffle 12 is rotatably connected to the left or right side of the inlet / outlet 112 to suit user habits. In this embodiment, as... Figure 4 As shown, the shield 12 is rotatably connected to the right side of the entrance 112.

[0047] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 The container 11 includes a container body 113 and a reinforcing plate 114. The salt box cavity 111 and the inlet / outlet 112 are both located on the container body 113, and the reinforcing plate 114 is connected to the outer surface of the container body 113. Multiple reinforcing ribs are crisscrossed on the side of the reinforcing plate 114 facing the container body 113. By providing the reinforcing plate 114, the structural strength of the container body 113 can be improved, thus protecting the container body 113. In specific applications, the reinforcing plate 114 is positioned away from the inlet / outlet 112 and can be detachably connected to the container body 113 via locking components and / or snap-fit ​​structures.

[0048] In this embodiment, multiple reinforcing plates 114 are provided, with reinforcing plates 114 provided on the sides and bottom of the box body 113. Specifically, the second side 116, the third side 117, and the bottom of the box body 11 all have reinforcing plates 114. This greatly improves the structural strength of the box body 113. It can be understood that in other embodiments, reinforcing plates 114 can be provided on one side or bottom of the box body 113.

[0049] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 3 to 5 When the baffle 12 covers the entrance / exit 112, the first extension 122 and the second extension 123 of the baffle 12 extend to the second side 116 and the third side 117 of the housing 11, respectively, to the corresponding reinforcing plate 114, and are flush with the corresponding reinforcing plate 114. That is, the first extension 122 extends to the reinforcing plate 114 located on the second side 116 and is flush with the reinforcing plate 114, and the second extension 123 extends to the reinforcing plate 114 located on the third side 117 and is flush with the reinforcing plate 114. This makes the housing component 10 look more refined and beautiful, with smoother lines.

[0050] In one embodiment, the shield 12 is provided with multiple reinforcing ribs on the side facing the box body 113. When the shield 12 blocks the entrance 112, it can strengthen the structural strength of the box body 113.

[0051] In one embodiment, the baffle 12 is rotatably or slidably connected to the box body 113 or the reinforcing plate 114. This allows the baffle 12 to be rotatably or slidably connected to the box body 11. In this embodiment, the baffle 12 is rotatably connected to the box body 113. In specific applications, a rotatable connection structure (not shown) is provided between the baffle 12 and the box body 113 to achieve a rotatable connection between the baffle 12 and the box body 113. It is understood that in other embodiments, the baffle 12 may also be rotatably connected to the reinforcing plate 114, or the baffle 12 may also be slidably connected to the box body 113 or the reinforcing plate 114.

[0052] In one embodiment, the rotating connection structure includes a rotating shaft and a mounting base with mounting holes. One of the baffle plate 12 and the box body 113 is provided with a rotating shaft, and the other is provided with a mounting base. The baffle plate 12 is rotatably mounted in the mounting hole of the mounting base through the rotating shaft, thereby realizing the rotating connection between the baffle plate 12 and the box body 113. The structure is simple and easy to process.

[0053] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 A shield 12 is provided. In specific applications, at least one entrance / exit 112 is provided, and all entrances / exits 112 are located on the same side of the housing 11. One shield 12 can block all entrances / exits 112. By rotating the shield 12, all entrances / exits 112 can be opened or closed simultaneously.

[0054] In another embodiment, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 There are two shielding plates 12. In specific applications, there is at least one entrance / exit 112, and all entrances / exits 112 are located on the same side of the housing 11. The two shielding plates 12 can block all entrances / exits 112. The two shielding plates 12 can be rotatably connected to opposite sides of the housing 11. For example, one shielding plate 12 can be rotatably connected to the left side of the housing 11, and the other shielding plate 12 can be rotatably connected to the right side of the housing 11. When both shielding plates 12 are rotated outward (i.e., away from the entrance / exit 112), all entrances / exits 112 can be opened. When both shielding plates 12 are rotated inward (i.e., towards the entrance / exit 112), all entrances / exits 112 can be covered.

[0055] In another embodiment, at least two salt box cavities 111 and atlets / outlets 112 are provided, and they correspond one-to-one. At least two baffle plates 12 are also provided, each corresponding to an atlet / outlet 112. With this configuration, when a salt block 300 in a salt box 20 needs to be replaced or added, only the corresponding baffle plate 12 needs to be rotated to open the atlet / outlet 112 corresponding to that salt box cavity 111; other atlets / outlets 112 do not need to be opened. Using this technical solution, the opening direction of the atlets / outlets 112 can be flexibly set, eliminating the need for all atlets / outlets 112 to be located on the same side of the housing 11.

[0056] In one embodiment, at least two salt box cavities 111 and atlets / outlets 112 are provided, and they correspond one-to-one. Each salt box cavity 111 and each atlet / outlet 112 is arranged along the first direction XX, and each atlet / outlet 112 is located on the same side of the housing 11. This arrangement makes the salt box cavities 111 neatly arranged, which is beneficial for the design of the water circuit board connecting the salt box cavities 111. Furthermore, arranging each atlet / outlet 112 along the first direction XX and located on the same side of the housing 11 facilitates the installation of a baffle 12, so as to open all atlets / outlets 112 at once, which is convenient for adding salt to all salt blocks 300 in all salt boxes 20 at the same time, thereby improving operational efficiency.

[0057] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 4 A snap-fit ​​structure 30 is provided between the shield 12 and the housing 11, which keeps the shield 12 in a state of covering the entrance 112. This prevents the shield 12 from automatically opening the entrance 112 without human intervention. The snap-fit ​​structure 30 can be configured as a protrusion 31 and a slot 32, or as a protrusion 31 and another protrusion 31. Of course, in other embodiments, the snap-fit ​​structure 30 may not be provided between the shield 12 and the housing 11.

[0058] In another embodiment, a magnetic attraction structure is provided between the shield 12 and the housing 11 to keep the shield 12 in a state of covering the entrance 112. This prevents the shield 12 from automatically opening the entrance 112 without human intervention. The magnetic attraction structure can be a magnet with opposite magnetic properties, or a combination of a magnet and an iron block. Of course, in other embodiments, a magnetic attraction structure may not be provided between the shield 12 and the housing 11.

[0059] It should be noted that the baffle 12 can be rotatably connected to the box 11, or the baffle 12 can be slidably connected to the box 11, and both snap-fit ​​structure 30 and magnetic attraction structure can be provided.

[0060] In another embodiment, an elastic element (not shown) is provided between the shield 12 and the housing 11. The elastic element is used to maintain the shield 12 in a tendency to rotate in the direction of covering the entrance 112. This prevents the shield 12 from automatically opening the entrance 112 without human intervention. In specific applications, a rotating shaft and a mounting base are provided between the shield 12 and the housing 11. The mounting base has a mounting hole, and the rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the mounting hole to realize the rotatable connection of the shield 12 to the housing 11. The elastic element can be provided between the rotating shaft and the wall of the connecting hole. The elastic element can be a torsion spring. Of course, in other embodiments, the elastic element may not be provided between the shield 12 and the housing 11.

[0061] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 4The shield 12 has a first end 124 and a second end 125 disposed opposite to each other. The first end 124 is rotatably connected to the housing 11. The second end 125 or the area of ​​the housing 11 corresponding to the second end 125 is provided with a force-bearing part 40, which is used for the user to apply force to the shield 12. By providing the force-bearing part 40, the user can apply force to the shield 12, making it easier for the user to apply force and thus conveniently rotate the shield 12 to open the entrance 112. It should be noted that the area of ​​the housing 11 corresponding to the second end 125 refers to the area of ​​the housing 11 corresponding to the second end 125 when the shield 12 blocks the entrance 112, that is, when the entrance 112 is completely blocked by the shield 12.

[0062] In one embodiment, the force-applying part 40 is a groove 41 or a handle. Specifically, when the force-applying part 40 is a groove 41, it can be located at the second end 125 of the baffle plate 12, or in the area of ​​the housing 11 corresponding to the second end 125. When the force-applying part 40 is a handle, it is located at the second end 125 of the baffle plate 12. In this embodiment, the force-applying part 40 is a groove 41. This design facilitates the user's application of force to the baffle plate 12 and avoids protruding parts on the outer surface of the housing component 10, thus improving the aesthetics of the housing component 10.

[0063] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 This utility model embodiment also provides a water heater, including a water heater body 200 and the aforementioned salt tank assembly 100. The water heater body 200 includes a heating component 201 for heating water and a softening component 202 for softening water. The softening component 202 is connected to the heating component 201 and the salt tank assembly 100. By using the aforementioned salt tank assembly 100, when it is necessary to remove the salt box 20 to add salt blocks 300, the inlet / outlet 112 can be opened by rotating or sliding the baffle 12, without having to disassemble the baffle 12 and find a place to put it, thus improving the convenience of operation.

[0064] In practical applications, the water softening resin in the softening component 202 softens the raw water and supplies the resulting softened water to the heating component 201 for heating, thus outputting softened hot water. The softening component 202 contains water softening resin to achieve water softening; however, the adsorption capacity of the water softening resin decreases after prolonged use, resulting in a decline in softening effect. Saturated brine in the salt box 20 can be transported to the softening component 202 through a water supply pipeline to allow the water softening resin to regain its adsorption capacity, thereby restoring its softening performance.

[0065] In one embodiment, the salt tank assembly 100 is connected to the bottom of the water heater body 200. This arrangement prevents the salt tank assembly 100 from occupying space within the water heater body 200. The salt tank assembly 100 can be installed on the bottom of the water heater body 200 using screws or the like. Alternatively, the top of the salt tank assembly 100 may have a hook, and the bottom of the water heater body 200 may have a corresponding engaging groove, allowing the salt tank assembly 100 to be mounted on the bottom of the water heater body 200 by engaging the hook within the engaging groove.

[0066] In one embodiment, the water heater body 200 further includes a housing 203, in which the heating component 201 and the softening component 202 are both installed. The housing 203 can be used to protect the heating component 201 and the softening component 202.

[0067] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. All equivalent structural transformations made under the inventive concept of the present utility model using the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A salt tank assembly, characterized in that, Includes the box components and salt container; The box component includes a box body and a baffle plate. The box body has a salt box cavity and an inlet / outlet communicating with the salt box cavity. The salt box can be loaded and unloaded into the salt box cavity through the inlet / outlet. The baffle plate is rotatably or slidably connected to the box body and is used to block or open the inlet / outlet.

2. The salt tank assembly as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The enclosure includes a first side, and the entrance / exit is located on the first side. When the shield blocks the entrance / exit, the shield covers the first side.

3. The salt tank assembly as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The housing also includes a second side and a third side disposed opposite to each other, with the first side connected between the second side and the third side; The shielding plate includes a plate body, a first extension and a second extension, the first extension and the second extension are respectively connected to the two ends of the plate body and are bent and extended; the plate body is used to cover the first side, the first extension is used to cover part of the second side, and the second extension is used to cover part of the third side.

4. The salt tank assembly as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The box body includes a box body and a reinforcing plate. The salt box cavity and the inlet / outlet are both opened in the box body, and the reinforcing plate is connected to the outer surface of the box body. The shield is rotatably or slidably connected to the box body or the reinforcing plate.

5. The salt tank assembly as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The shield has one; Alternatively, two baffles may be provided; Alternatively, the salt box cavity and the inlet / outlet are provided in at least two, and each corresponds to one of them; the baffle is provided in at least two, and each corresponds to one of the inlet / outlet.

6. The salt tank assembly as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The salt box cavity and the inlet / outlet are provided in at least two, and are one-to-one corresponding. Each salt box cavity and each inlet / outlet are arranged along the first direction, and each inlet / outlet is located on the same side of the box body.

7. The salt tank assembly as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, A snap-fit ​​structure is provided between the shield and the box body, and the snap-fit ​​structure is used to keep the shield in the state of covering the entrance and exit. Alternatively, a magnetic attraction structure is provided between the shield and the box body, the magnetic attraction structure being used to keep the shield in a state of covering the entrance and exit; Alternatively, an elastic element may be provided between the shield and the housing, the elastic element being used to keep the shield rotating in the direction of covering the entrance / exit.

8. The salt tank assembly as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The shield has a first end and a second end that are arranged opposite to each other. The first end is rotatably connected to the housing. The second end or the area of ​​the housing corresponding to the second end has a force-bearing part, which is used for the user to apply force to the shield.

9. The salt tank assembly as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The entrance / exit is located on the side of the enclosure, and the shield is rotatably connected to either side of the entrance / exit.

10. A water heater, characterized in that, include: The water heater body and the salt tank assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the water heater body includes a heating component for heating water and a softening component for softening water, the softening component being in communication with the heating component and the salt tank assembly.

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