A water dispenser panel device and a water dispenser

Abstract

This utility model discloses a water dispenser panel device and a water dispenser. The panel device includes a housing, a water outlet, and a control panel. The water outlet penetrates the housing and is located on the outer surface of the housing. The control panel is located on the outer surface of the housing and includes a power button, a temperature selection button, and a water dispensing button. Micro-touch switches, corresponding to the power button, temperature selection button, and water dispensing button, are located on the inner surface of the housing. These micro-touch switches connect to the internal functional interfaces of the water dispenser. The power button controls the water dispenser to turn on or off, the temperature selection button selects the temperature of the water dispensed, and the water dispensing button controls whether water is dispensed or stopped. This utility model replaces the existing hot water, warm water, and cold water buttons on water dispenser panels with a single temperature selection button, solving the problem of cluttered panels caused by too many buttons.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to water dispensers, and more particularly to a water dispenser panel device and a water dispenser. Background Technology

[0002] Water dispensers, as essential appliances in modern living and office environments, primarily provide safe and convenient hot, warm, or cold water. The water dispenser panel, as the main interface for human-computer interaction, directly affects the user experience, safety, and functionality. Through long-term technological development and market application, existing water dispenser panels generally integrate various hardware components and control logic, forming a relatively mature technical solution.

[0003] However, in addition to the power button and the water dispensing button, existing water dispenser panels often have hot water, warm water, and cold water buttons to control the dispensing of hot, warm, or cold water. The large number of buttons makes the water dispenser panel cluttered and affects the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a water dispenser panel device and a water dispenser, which aims to solve the problem that the existing water dispenser panel has too many buttons, resulting in a cluttered water dispenser panel.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: A water dispenser panel device is provided, applied to a water dispenser, including: a housing, a water outlet, and a control panel. The water outlet penetrates the housing and is disposed on the outer side of the housing. The control panel is disposed on the outer side of the housing and is provided with a power switch, a temperature selection button, and a water dispensing button. The inner side of the housing is provided with micro-touch switches corresponding to the power switch, temperature selection button, and water dispensing button, respectively. The micro-touch switches are used to connect to the internal functional interface of the water dispenser. The power switch is used to control the water dispenser to turn on or off. The temperature selection button is used to select the temperature of the water dispenser. The water dispensing button is used to control the water dispenser to dispense water or stop dispensing water.

[0006] Furthermore, the control panel is equipped with a first indicator light and a second indicator light, both of which have a constant on state and a flashing state; when the first indicator light is in a constant on state, it indicates that the water dispenser has water, and when it is in a flashing state, it indicates that the water dispenser is short of water; when the second indicator light is in a constant on state, it indicates that the water dispenser is heating, and when it is in a flashing state, it indicates that the water dispenser is keeping warm.

[0007] Furthermore, the temperature selection button includes a first state, a second state, and a third state; when the temperature selection button is in the first state, the micro-touch switch corresponding to the temperature selection button controls the water outlet to dispense water at a first temperature; when the temperature selection button is in the second state, the micro-touch switch corresponding to the temperature selection button controls the water outlet to dispense water at a second temperature; when the temperature selection button is in the third state, the micro-touch switch corresponding to the temperature selection button controls the water outlet to dispense water at a third temperature.

[0008] Furthermore, the control panel is provided with a third indicator light corresponding to the temperature selection button. The third indicator light includes an off state, a constantly lit state, and a flashing state. When the third indicator light is off, it indicates that the water outlet is dispensing water at the first temperature. When it is constantly lit, it indicates that the water outlet is dispensing water at the second temperature. When it is flashing, it indicates that the water outlet is dispensing water at the third temperature.

[0009] Furthermore, the water dispenser panel device also includes a liquid level display structure, which is disposed on the housing and used to display the liquid level of the water dispenser.

[0010] Furthermore, the liquid level display structure includes: a liquid level connecting pipe, a liquid level surface patch, and a liquid level float. The liquid level connecting pipe is disposed on the housing and connects to the water in the water dispenser. The side of the liquid level connecting pipe near the outer side of the housing is transparent. The liquid level surface patch is transparent and is disposed on the side of the liquid level connecting pipe near the outer side of the housing, and a liquid level scale bar is provided on the liquid level surface patch. The liquid level float is disposed inside the liquid level connecting pipe.

[0011] Furthermore, the water dispenser panel device also includes a latch, which is disposed on the outer side of the housing and is used to fasten the door of the water dispenser.

[0012] Furthermore, the water dispenser panel device also includes a water tray, which is detachably disposed on the outer side of the housing and located below the water outlet.

[0013] Furthermore, the water dispenser panel device also includes an air intake grille, which extends through and is disposed on the outer side of the housing.

[0014] This utility model also provides a water dispenser, including a water dispenser body and a water dispenser panel device as described above, wherein the water dispenser panel device is disposed on the water dispenser body.

[0015] This utility model provides a water dispenser panel device and a water dispenser. The water dispenser panel device includes: a housing, a water outlet, and a control panel. The water outlet penetrates the housing and is located on the outer surface of the housing. The control panel is located on the outer surface of the housing and includes a power button, a temperature selection button, and a water dispensing button. Micro-touch switches are provided on the inner surface of the housing, corresponding to the power button, temperature selection button, and water dispensing button, respectively. The micro-touch switches are used to connect to the internal functional interface of the water dispenser. The power button controls the water dispenser to turn on or off, the temperature selection button selects the temperature of the water dispensed, and the water dispensing button controls whether the water dispenser dispenses or stops dispensing water. This utility model replaces the existing hot water button, warm water button, and cold water button on the water dispenser panel with a single temperature selection button to select the water temperature, thereby controlling the water dispenser to dispense hot, warm, or cold water. This solves the problem of the existing water dispenser panel being cluttered due to too many buttons, improving the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a water dispenser panel device provided in an embodiment of this utility model; Figure 2 Cross-sectional view AA provided for embodiments of this utility model; Figure 3 Cross-sectional view BB provided for an embodiment of this utility model; Figure 4 Cross-sectional view CC provided for an embodiment of this utility model.

[0018] Explanation of the markings in the image: 1. Shell; 11. Outer surface; 12. Inner surface; 2. Water outlet; 3. Control panel; 31. Switch button; 32. Temperature selection button; 33. Water dispensing button; 34. Micro-touch switch; 35. First indicator light; 36. Second indicator light; 37. Third indicator light; 4. Liquid level display structure; 41. Liquid level connecting pipe; 42. Liquid level surface patch; 43. Liquid level float; 5. Buckle; 6. Water drip tray; 7. Air intake grille. Detailed Implementation

[0019] 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, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0020] It should be understood that, when used in this specification and the appended claims, the terms "comprising" and "including" indicate the presence of the described features, integrals, steps, operations, elements and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, components and / or collections thereof.

[0021] It should also be understood that the terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. As used in this specification and the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0022] It should also be further understood that the term "and / or" as used in this specification and the appended claims refers to any combination of one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations, and includes such combinations.

[0023] Combination Figure 1-4 As shown, this utility model provides a water dispenser panel device, applied to a water dispenser, including: a housing 1, a water outlet 2, and a control panel 3. The water outlet 2 penetrates the housing 1 and is disposed on the outer side 11 of the housing 1. The control panel 3 is disposed on the outer side 11 of the housing 1, and the control panel 3 is provided with a switch button 31, a temperature selection button 32, and a water dispensing button 33. The inner side 12 of the housing 1 is provided with micro-touch switches 34 corresponding to the switch button 31, the temperature selection button 32, and the water dispensing button 33, respectively. The micro-touch switches 34 are used to connect to the internal functional interface (not shown) of the water dispenser. The switch button 31 is used to control the water dispenser to turn on or off, the temperature selection button 32 is used to select the temperature of the water dispensed from the water dispenser, and the water dispensing button 33 is used to control the water dispenser to dispense water or stop dispensing water.

[0024] In this embodiment of the utility model, the water temperature of the water dispenser is selected by a single temperature selection button 32, replacing the hot water button, warm water button and cold water button on the existing water dispenser panel. This controls the water dispenser to dispense hot, warm or cold water, solving the problem of the existing water dispenser panel being too cluttered due to too many buttons, and improving the user experience.

[0025] It is understood that the housing 1 includes an outer side 11 and an opposite inner side 12. The user can directly touch the outer side 11, while the inner side 12 faces the water dispenser body. The micro-touch switch 34 is used to connect to the internal functional interface of the water dispenser. When the switch button 31, temperature selection button 32, and water dispensing button 33 are touched, the corresponding micro-touch switch 34 is activated, thereby controlling the water dispenser to achieve different functions. The water outlet 2 is used to dispense water. The water outlet 2 penetrates the housing 1 and is located on the outer side 11 of the housing 1, which helps the water inside the water dispenser to be dispensed from the water outlet 2. Among them, the switch button 31 is used to control the water dispenser to turn on or off, and the water dispensing button 33 is used to control the water dispenser to dispense water or stop dispensing water. These are commonly used function buttons for water dispensers, which are convenient and practical.

[0026] In some embodiments, the control panel 3 is provided with a first indicator light 35 and a second indicator light 36. Both the first indicator light 35 and the second indicator light 36 include a constant-on state and a flashing state. When the first indicator light 35 is in the constant-on state, it indicates that the water dispenser has water. When it is in the flashing state, it indicates that the water dispenser is short of water. When the second indicator light 36 is in the constant-on state, it indicates that the water dispenser is heating. When it is in the flashing state, it indicates that the water dispenser is keeping warm.

[0027] In this embodiment, after the water dispenser is turned on, the first indicator light 35 and the second indicator light 36 are powered on. Both the first indicator light 35 and the second indicator light 36 light up automatically without user operation. The two different states help the user to clearly understand the operating status of the water dispenser. When the first indicator light 35 is constantly lit, it means that the water dispenser has water, which is convenient for the user to use. When it is flashing, it means that the water dispenser is short of water. Flashing can remind the user to add water to the water dispenser in time. After the water dispenser is turned on, it automatically heats the water inside. Through the two states of the second indicator light 36, the user can intuitively observe whether there is hot or warm water inside the water dispenser, which is convenient for the user to use the temperature selection button 32 to control the water dispenser to dispense hot or warm water.

[0028] In another specific embodiment, the control panel 3 is provided with a first indicator light 35 and a second indicator light 36. Both the first indicator light 35 and the second indicator light 36 include a red light state and a green light state. When the first indicator light 35 is in the green light state, it indicates that the water dispenser has water, and when it is in the red light state, it indicates that the water dispenser is short of water. When the second indicator light 36 is in the red light state, it indicates that the water dispenser is heating, and when it is in the green light state, it indicates that the water dispenser is keeping warm. The effect achieved by the first indicator light 35 and the second indicator light 36 in this embodiment is the same as the effect achieved by the first indicator light 35 and the second indicator light 36 having both a constant light state and a flashing state. It can be understood that the red light state and the green light state do not mean that the colors of the first indicator light 35 and the second indicator light 36 are limited to red and green. The first indicator light 35 and the second indicator light 36 can be set to two other different colors to represent two different states.

[0029] In some embodiments, the temperature selection button 32 includes a first state, a second state, and a third state; when the temperature selection button 32 is in the first state, the micro-touch switch 34 corresponding to the temperature selection button 32 controls the water outlet 2 to output water at the first temperature; when the temperature selection button 32 is in the second state, the micro-touch switch 34 corresponding to the temperature selection button 32 controls the water outlet 2 to output water at the second temperature; when the temperature selection button 32 is in the third state, the micro-touch switch 34 corresponding to the temperature selection button 32 controls the water outlet 2 to output water at the third temperature.

[0030] In this embodiment, the temperature selection button 32 includes a first state, a second state, and a third state. The temperature of the water dispensed by the water dispenser can be selected through the three different states of the temperature selection button 32, which replaces the cold water button, hot water button, and warm water button on the existing water dispenser panel. This controls the water dispenser to dispense water at the first, second, and third temperatures. The first, second, and third temperatures can be adjusted to cold water, warm water, and hot water respectively, which solves the problem of the existing water dispenser panel being too cluttered due to too many buttons.

[0031] It is understood that the water dispenser includes a water tank (not shown) and a heating tank (not shown), as well as a mixing valve (not shown) located between the water tank and the heating tank. Both the water tank and the heating tank are connected to the water outlet 2. When the temperature selection button 32 is in different states, the mixing valve is in different open and closed states. For example, when the water dispenser dispenses cold water, the mixing valve is closed, and water from the water tank flows to the water outlet 2. When the water dispenser dispenses hot water, the mixing valve is closed, and water from the heating tank flows to the water outlet 2. When the water dispenser dispenses warm water, the mixing valve is open, and water from both the water tank and the heating tank flows to the water outlet 2 through the mixing valve. After the cold water and hot water are mixed, warm water flows out of the water outlet 2.

[0032] The three states of the temperature selection button 32 can be changed in the following ways: In one specific embodiment, the temperature selection button 32 is a push-button type. The first state is when the temperature selection button 32 is not pressed; the second state is when the temperature selection button 32 is pressed once; and the third state is when the temperature selection button 32 is pressed twice. The micro-touch switch 34 corresponding to the temperature selection button 32 corresponds to the function interface for the first temperature when the temperature selection button 32 is not pressed, the function interface for the second temperature when the temperature selection button 32 is pressed once, and the function interface for the third temperature when the temperature selection button 32 is pressed twice. In a more specific embodiment, the second temperature is higher than the first temperature, and the third temperature is higher than the second temperature. As the temperature selection button 32 is pressed deeper, the temperature of the water coming out of the outlet 2 gradually increases, helping to prevent accidental scalding from directly dispensing hot water. The push-button type reduces the occurrence of accidental or multiple presses, making it safer and more reliable.

[0033] In another specific embodiment, the temperature selection button 32 is a touch-sensitive button. The first state is when the temperature selection button 32 is not touched; the second state is when the temperature selection button 32 is touched once; and the third state is when the temperature selection button 32 is touched twice. The micro-switch 34 corresponding to the temperature selection button 32 corresponds to the function interface for the first temperature when the temperature selection button 32 is not touched, the function interface for the second temperature when the temperature selection button 32 is touched once, and the function interface for the third temperature when the temperature selection button 32 is touched twice. In a more specific embodiment, the control panel 3 is a touch screen, and the switch button 31, the temperature selection button 32, and the water dispensing button 33 are disposed on the control panel 3. Touch-sensitive buttons are quick and convenient to operate, and can rapidly change the three states of the temperature selection button 32.

[0034] In some embodiments, the control panel 3 is provided with a third indicator light 37 corresponding to the temperature selection button 32. The third indicator light 37 includes an off state, a constantly lit state, and a flashing state. When the third indicator light 37 is off, it indicates that the water outlet 2 is dispensing water at the first temperature. When it is constantly lit, it indicates that the water outlet 2 is dispensing water at the second temperature. When it is flashing, it indicates that the water outlet 2 is dispensing water at the third temperature.

[0035] In this embodiment, the third indicator light 37 includes an off state, a constantly lit state, and a flashing state. These three different states correspond to three different water temperatures from the water outlet 2, which in turn correspond to three different states of the temperature selection button 32. This helps the user intuitively understand the temperature currently selected by the temperature selection button 32. Specifically, the off state, constantly lit state, and flashing state of the third indicator light 37 correspond to the first, second, and third states of the temperature selection button 32, respectively, thereby displaying the first, second, and third temperatures of the water dispenser, which is helpful for the user and improves the user experience.

[0036] In some embodiments, the control panel 3 is provided with a third indicator light 37 corresponding to the temperature selection button 32. The third indicator light 37 includes a green light state, a yellow light state, and a red light state. When the third indicator light 37 is in the green light state, it indicates that the water outlet 2 is dispensing water at the first temperature; when it is in the yellow light state, it indicates that the water outlet 2 is dispensing water at the second temperature; and when it is in the red light state, it indicates that the water outlet 2 is dispensing water at the third temperature. The three different color states correspond to the three different water temperatures of the water outlet 2, which helps the user to intuitively know the temperature currently selected by the temperature selection button 32. It is understood that the green light state, yellow light state, and red light state do not mean that the color of the third indicator light 37 is limited to green, yellow, and red; the third indicator light 37 can be set to three other different colors to represent the three different states.

[0037] In some embodiments, the water dispenser panel device further includes a liquid level display structure 4, which is disposed on the housing 1 and is used to display the liquid level of the water dispenser.

[0038] In this embodiment, the liquid level display structure 4 is used to display the liquid level of the water dispenser, which helps users to intuitively and clearly know the remaining amount of water in the water dispenser, and facilitates timely replenishment of water in the water dispenser.

[0039] In some embodiments, the liquid level display structure 4 includes: a liquid level connecting pipe 41, a liquid level surface patch 42, and a liquid level float 43. The liquid level connecting pipe 41 is disposed on the housing 1 and is connected to the water in the water dispenser. The side of the liquid level connecting pipe 41 near the outer side 11 of the housing 1 is transparent. The liquid level surface patch 42 is transparent and is disposed on the side of the liquid level connecting pipe 41 near the outer side 11 of the housing 1. A liquid level scale bar is provided on the liquid level surface patch. The liquid level float 43 is disposed inside the liquid level connecting pipe 41.

[0040] In this embodiment, the side of the liquid level connecting pipe 41 near the outer surface 11 of the housing 1 is transparent, which helps the user to intuitively and clearly know the remaining amount of water in the water dispenser. The liquid level surface patch 42 is provided with a liquid level scale bar, which helps the user to clearly read the remaining amount of water in the water dispenser. The liquid level float 43 is set in the liquid level connecting pipe 41. When water enters the liquid level connecting pipe 41, the liquid level float 43 floats on the top of the water, making the liquid level surface clearer and easier to read.

[0041] In some embodiments, the water dispenser panel device further includes a latch 5, which is disposed on the outer side 11 of the housing 1 for fastening the door of the water dispenser.

[0042] In this embodiment, the buckle 5 is connected to the door of the water dispenser. The buckle 5 connection is simple and practical, which helps the user to close the door of the water dispenser when not filling it with water, thereby preventing the water outlet 2 of the water dispenser from being contaminated by dust.

[0043] In some embodiments, the water dispenser panel device further includes a water tray 6, which is detachably disposed on the outer side 11 of the housing 1 and located below the water outlet 2.

[0044] In this embodiment, the water tray 6 is used to catch dripping water from the water outlet 2 or water that accidentally leaks during user use, which can prevent uncaught water from leaking onto the ground, thereby improving the user experience.

[0045] In some embodiments, the water dispenser panel device further includes an air intake grille 7, which extends through and is disposed on the outer side 11 of the housing 1.

[0046] In this embodiment, the air intake grille 7 is used to maintain the air pressure balance inside the water dispenser, ensuring smooth water flow. When the water outlet 2 of the water dispenser is opened, water flows out under gravity. If the inside of the water dispenser is sealed, a negative pressure will form in the space above the water dispenser as the water flows out. This negative pressure will prevent the water from continuing to flow out smoothly, and may even stop water flow completely. The function of the air intake grille 7 is to allow outside air to enter the water dispenser, fill the space left after the water flows out, balance the air pressure inside and outside the water dispenser, and thus allow the water dispenser to dispense water smoothly. At the same time, the air intake grille 7 can filter the air and prevent dust from contaminating the water inside the water dispenser.

[0047] This utility model also provides a water dispenser, including a water dispenser body (not shown) and the water dispenser panel device as described above, the water dispenser panel device being disposed on the water dispenser body.

[0048] In this embodiment of the utility model, the water dispenser panel device described above is used, and the temperature of the water dispensed by the water dispenser is selected by a single temperature selection button 32, replacing the hot water button, warm water button and cold water button on the existing water dispenser panel. This controls the water dispenser to dispense hot water, warm water or cold water, solving the problem of the existing water dispenser panel being too cluttered due to too many buttons, and improving the user experience.

[0049] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can easily conceive of various equivalent modifications or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model, and these modifications or substitutions should all be covered within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A water dispenser panel device, applied to a water dispenser, characterized in that, include: case; The water outlet penetrates the housing and is disposed on the outer side of the housing; The control panel is located on the outer surface of the housing and includes a power switch, a temperature selection button, and a water dispensing button. Micro-touch switches, corresponding to the power switch, temperature selection button, and water dispensing button, are located on the inner surface of the housing. These micro-touch switches connect to the internal functional interfaces of the water dispenser. The power switch controls the water dispenser to turn on or off, the temperature selection button selects the water temperature, and the water dispensing button controls whether water is dispensed or stopped.

2. The water dispenser panel device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control panel is equipped with a first indicator light and a second indicator light, both of which include a constant on state and a flashing state. The first indicator light is constantly on when the water dispenser has water, and flashing when the water dispenser is low on water. The second indicator light is constantly on when the water dispenser is heating, and flashing when the water dispenser is keeping the water warm.

3. The water dispenser panel device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The temperature selection button includes a first state, a second state, and a third state; When the temperature selection button is in the first state, the micro-touch switch corresponding to the temperature selection button controls the water outlet to output water at the first temperature. When the temperature selection button is in the second state, the micro-touch switch corresponding to the temperature selection button controls the water outlet to output water at the second temperature. When the temperature selection button is in the third state, the micro-touch switch corresponding to the temperature selection button controls the water outlet to dispense water at the third temperature.

4. The water dispenser panel device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The control panel is provided with a third indicator light corresponding to the temperature selection button. The third indicator light includes an off state, a constantly lit state, and a flashing state. The third indicator light being off indicates that the water outlet is dispensing water at the first temperature, being constantly lit indicates that the water outlet is dispensing water at the second temperature, and being flashing indicates that the water outlet is dispensing water at the third temperature.

5. The water dispenser panel device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A liquid level display structure is disposed on the housing and is used to display the liquid level of the water dispenser.

6. The water dispenser panel device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The liquid level display structure includes: A liquid level connecting pipe is installed on the housing and connects to the water in the water dispenser. The side of the liquid level connecting pipe closest to the outer side of the housing is transparent. A liquid level surface patch, the liquid level surface patch being transparent and disposed on the side of the liquid level connecting pipe near the outer side of the housing, and a liquid level scale bar being disposed on the liquid level surface patch; A liquid level float is installed inside the liquid level connecting pipe.

7. The water dispenser panel device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: The buckle is located on the outer side of the housing and is used to fasten the door of the water dispenser.

8. The water dispenser panel device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A water receiving tray is detachably disposed on the outer side of the housing and located below the water outlet.

9. The water dispenser panel device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: An air intake grille extends through and is disposed on the outer side of the housing.

10. A water dispenser, characterized in that, It includes a water dispenser body and a water dispenser panel device as described in any one of claims 1-9, wherein the water dispenser panel device is disposed on the water dispenser body.

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