An air fryer with steam capacity visualization

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of air fryer with steam large capacity visualization, including fryer body, and the cooking cavity, fan assembly, first heating assembly in the fryer body, setting the tray for placing food material in cooking cavity, detachably connected with water tank on the fryer body, water tank is communicated with steam generator, fluid conduction between steam generator and water tank, steam generator and tray are equipped with gap, and form steam passage, steam generated by steam generator is transported to tray by steam passage.The utility model has the effect of introducing steam function conveniently, efficiently, significantly improves cooking effect and user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchen appliance technology, and in particular to a large-capacity air fryer with visible steam control. Background Technology

[0002] Air fryers have become a popular household kitchen appliance due to their ability to achieve a cooking effect similar to deep-frying by using high-speed circulating hot air, while also being less oil-intensive, easy to operate, and environmentally friendly. Traditional air fryers mainly rely on fan and heating elements to generate high-temperature hot air to heat and dehydrate food, achieving a crispy exterior and tender interior. However, continuous high-speed hot air circulation accelerates the loss of internal moisture from food, especially for lean meats like chicken breast, which are low in fat. This can result in a dry, tough texture after cooking, negatively impacting the eating experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a large-capacity, visually-enabled air fryer with steam functionality, which conveniently and efficiently introduces steam, thereby significantly improving cooking results and user experience.

[0004] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a large-capacity, visually-enabled air fryer with steam, comprising an air fryer body, a cooking cavity, a fan assembly, and a first heating assembly located within the air fryer body. The cooking cavity is provided with a tray for placing food. The air fryer body is characterized by having a water tank detachably connected to it, the water tank being connected to a steam generator, the steam generator and the water tank being fluidly connected, and a gap being provided between the steam generator and the tray to form a steam channel, wherein the steam generated by the steam generator is transported to the tray through the steam channel.

[0005] By adopting the above technical solution, the structure is simple and the steam diffusion efficiency is high.

[0006] A further feature of this invention is that the steam generator includes a water storage chamber and a second heating component located below the water storage chamber. The water storage chamber is sealed to the bottom wall of the cooking chamber. An inlet is provided on the water storage chamber to communicate with the water tank. A water pump is connected to the outlet of the water tank. The water pump pumps water from the water tank into the water storage chamber through the inlet. The second heating component is used to evaporate the water in the water storage chamber.

[0007] By adopting the above technical solution, the process of storing water in the water storage chamber and generating steam in the water storage chamber is realized. The structure is simple and easy to implement.

[0008] A further feature of this invention is that the water tank includes a base fixedly connected to the fryer body and a water tank box movably connected to the base. The base has an insertion groove for accommodating the water tank box. A guide rib is provided on the groove wall of the insertion groove. A protruding rib protrudes toward the guide rib on the water tank box. The water tank box is inserted into the base by sliding along the length of the guide rib through the protruding rib.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, the water tank box is supported, and the water tank is prevented from easily falling out after sliding into the insertion groove, thus avoiding misalignment with the water outlet of the base, making the docking more precise.

[0010] A further feature of this invention is that: an elastic protrusion is provided on the guide rib, and a recess corresponding to the elastic protrusion is provided on the protrusion rib, so that the water tank box is fixedly connected to the base by the elastic protrusion being inserted into the recess.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, the stability of the water tank box in the placement tank is improved.

[0012] A further feature of this invention is that the steam generated by the steam generator acts on the cooking chamber from bottom to top through the steam channel, and the hot air generated by the fan assembly and the first heating assembly acts on the cooking chamber from top to bottom.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, on the one hand, the layout is reasonable and facilitates individual inspection and maintenance; on the other hand, the hot air from top to bottom has a downward pressure effect on the steam, reducing steam leakage and improving the steaming effect on food.

[0014] A further feature of this invention is that a gap is provided between the periphery of the storage tray and the cavity wall of the cooking cavity, and the steam in the steam channel is transported to the storage tray through the gap.

[0015] A further feature of this invention is that the fryer body is hinged with a door corresponding to the position of the cooking cavity, and the door is provided with a light-transmitting part.

[0016] A further feature of this invention is that: an annular nozzle is provided around the circumference of the storage tray, the annular nozzle is connected to the steam channel, and an air outlet is provided on the annular nozzle facing the storage tray.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, the food on the tray is steamed from multiple angles, which improves the effect of steam action.

[0018] A further feature of this invention is that a sealing plate is provided between the tray and the steam generator, and a vent pipe is provided through the sealing plate to connect the annular nozzle and the steam channel, and the vent pipe guides the steam in the steam channel to the annular nozzle.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, steam leakage is avoided and the effect of steam is improved.

[0020] A further feature of this invention is that a reciprocating motor is installed inside the fryer body, a lifting plate is installed at one end of the vent pipe near the steam channel, and the output shaft of the reciprocating motor passes through the cavity wall of the cooking chamber and is fixedly connected to the lifting plate.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, steam continuously sprays the food on the tray from top to bottom, reducing dead spots in the steam rinsing and improving the effectiveness of the steam.

[0022] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects: 1. Steam generated by a steam generator diffuses from the bottom of the tray to the side of the tray, and then from the side of the tray to the front of the tray, thereby humidifying the food on the tray. The steam channel is formed by the positional relationship between the components, eliminating the need for an additional steam transmission device. The structure is simple and the steam diffusion efficiency is high.

[0023] 2. The fryer basket is hinged to the main body of the fryer and has a light-transmitting part. This avoids the disadvantage of traditional pull-out fryer baskets occupying a lot of space in the cooking cavity, thus increasing the capacity of the cooking cavity. The light-transmitting part is used to observe the food, thereby better controlling the use of steam. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of Embodiment 1 of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of Embodiment 1 of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the steam flow direction of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the water tank of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0030] Figure 7This is a schematic diagram of the annular nozzle in Embodiment 2 of this utility model. Figure 1 .

[0031] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the annular nozzle in Embodiment 2 of this utility model. Figure 2 .

[0032] In the diagram: 1. Fryer body; 12. Cooking chamber; 121. Storage tray; 13. Fan assembly; 14. First heating assembly; 15. Door; 151. Light-transmitting part; 2. Water tank; 20. Water pump; 21. Base; 211. Insertion groove; 212. Guide rib; 213. Elastic protrusion; 22. Water tank box; 221. Raised rib; 222. Recess; 3. Steam generator; 31. Water storage chamber; 311. Water inlet; 32. Second heating assembly; 4. Steam channel; 5. Annular nozzle; 51. Air outlet; 52. Support foot; 6. Sealing plate; 61. Vent pipe; 7. Reciprocating motor; 71. Motor screw; 8. Lifting plate. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0034] Example 1: A large-capacity, visually-enabled air fryer with steam control, such as... Figure 1-5 As shown, the fryer includes a fryer body 1, a cooking cavity 12, a fan assembly 13, and a first heating assembly 14 located within the fryer body 1. The cooking cavity 12 is provided with a food tray 121 for placing food. A water tank 2 is detachably connected to the fryer body 1. A steam generator 3 is provided on the upper part of the water tank 2. The steam generator 3 and the water tank 2 are in fluid communication. A gap is provided between the steam generator 3 and the food tray 121, forming a steam channel 4. The steam generated by the steam generator 3 is transported to the food tray 121 through the steam channel 4. The fan assembly 13 is located above the cooking cavity 12 and includes a fan head and a fan reciprocating motor 7 that drives the fan head to rotate. The first heating assembly 14 includes a heating tube disposed between the fan head and the cooking cavity 12. The heating tube causes the air blown out by the fan head to form hot air that enters the cooking cavity 12. The water tank 2 is located at the bottom of the fryer body 1. The steam generator 3 is fixed to the cavity wall of the cooking cavity 12. The top of the steam generator 3 is open and extends into the cooking cavity 12. A gap is provided between the top of the steam generator 3 and the tray 121. The steam flow direction is as follows: Figure 4 As shown by the arrow, the steam generated by the steam generator 3 diffuses from the bottom of the tray 121 to the side of the tray 121, and then diffuses from the side of the tray 121 to the front of the tray 121, thereby humidifying the food in the tray 121. The steam channel 4 is formed by utilizing the positional relationship between the components, without the need for additional steam transmission devices. The structure is simple and the steam diffusion efficiency is high.

[0035] Preferably, the steam generator 3 includes a water storage chamber 31 and a second heating component 32 located below the water storage chamber 31. The water storage chamber 31 has an inlet 311 communicating with the water tank 2. A water pump 20 is connected to the outlet of the water tank 2. The water pump 20 pumps water from the water tank 2 into the water storage chamber 31 through the inlet 311. The second heating component 32 is used to evaporate the water in the water storage chamber 31. The second heating component 32 includes an electric heating element, which is electrically connected to the controller inside the air fryer. The water storage chamber 31 is open and extends into the cooking chamber 12. A gap is provided between the water storage chamber 31 and the placing tray 121. This structure enables the storage of water in the water storage chamber 31 and the generation of steam within it. The structure is simple and easy to implement.

[0036] Preferably, the water tank 2 includes a base 21 fixedly connected to the fryer body 1, and a water tank box 22 movably connected to the base 21. The base 21 has an insertion groove 211 for accommodating the water tank box 22. The groove wall of the insertion groove 211 is provided with guide ribs 212. The water tank box 22 has protruding ribs 221 protruding towards the guide ribs 212. The water tank box 22 slides into the base 21 by means of the protruding ribs 221 along the length of the guide ribs 212. The maximum diameter of the water tank box 22 is smaller than the inner diameter of the insertion groove 211. The water tank box 22 slides into the insertion groove 211 by means of the protruding ribs 221 resting on the guide ribs 212. By setting the guide ribs 212, the water tank box 22 is supported and prevented from easily dislodging after sliding into the insertion groove 211, thus avoiding misalignment with the water outlet end of the base 21, making the connection more precise.

[0037] Preferably, the guide rib 212 is provided with an elastic protrusion 213, and the protruding rib 221 has a recess 222 corresponding to the elastic protrusion 213. The elastic protrusion 213 is engaged with the recess 222, thereby fixing the water tank box 22 to the base 21. The elastic protrusion 213 protrudes above the guide rib 212, and the recess 222 fits the contour of the elastic protrusion 213 to form an engagement. When the water tank box 22 is fully inserted into the insertion groove 211, the elastic protrusion 213 engages with the recess 222. At this time, the water outlet end of the water tank box 22 is aligned with the water outlet end of the base 21. By setting the elastic protrusion 213 and the recess 222, the stability of the water tank box 22 in the insertion groove 211 is improved.

[0038] Preferably, the steam generated by the steam generator 3 acts on the cooking chamber 12 from bottom to top through the steam channel 4, while the hot air generated by the fan assembly 13 and the first heating assembly 14 acts on the cooking chamber 12 from top to bottom. The hot air outlet is located above the cooking chamber 12, and the steam outlet is located below the cooking chamber 12. They are spatially independent, rationally arranged, and easy to inspect and maintain individually. On the other hand, the hot air from top to bottom has a downward pressure effect on the steam, reducing steam leakage and improving the steaming effect on the food.

[0039] Preferably, a gap is provided between the periphery of the tray 121 and the cavity wall of the cooking cavity 12, and the steam in the steam channel 4 is transported to the tray 121 through the gap.

[0040] Preferably, the fryer body 1 is hinged with a door 15 corresponding to the position of the cooking cavity 12. The door 15 is provided with a light-transmitting part 151, which is used to transmit light from inside the cooking cavity 12. This avoids the disadvantage of traditional pull-out fryer baskets occupying a large amount of space inside the cooking cavity 12, thereby increasing the capacity of the cooking cavity 12. The light-transmitting part 151 is made of heat-resistant glass or high-temperature resistant glass, which is used to observe the food and thus better control the use of steam.

[0041] Example 2: A large-capacity, visually-enabled air fryer with steam control, such as... Figure 6-8 As shown, the difference between this embodiment and specific embodiment one is that: the placing tray 121 is circumferentially provided with an annular nozzle 5, the annular nozzle 5 is connected to the steam channel 4, and the annular nozzle 5 is provided with an air outlet 51 facing the placing tray 121. Several air outlets 51 are provided and are spaced apart on the inner wall of the annular nozzle 5. Steam in the steam channel 4 enters the annular nozzle 5 and is discharged to various directions of the placing tray 121 through the air outlets 51, thereby providing multi-angle steam flushing of the food on the placing tray 121 and improving the steam effect.

[0042] Preferably, a sealing plate 6 is provided between the storage tray 121 and the steam generator 3. A vent pipe 61 is provided through the sealing plate 6, connecting the annular nozzle 5 and the steam channel 4. The vent pipe 61 guides the steam in the steam channel 4 to the annular nozzle 5. The sealing plate 6 is formed on the cavity wall of the cooking cavity 12. The sealing plate 6 seals the space between the steam channel 4 and the storage tray 121, and only allows the steam in the steam channel 4 to enter the annular nozzle 5 through the vent pipe 61 on the sealing plate 6, preventing steam leakage and improving the steam's effectiveness. A support foot 52 is formed on the annular nozzle 5, which abuts against the sealing plate 6. The support foot 52 provides support for the annular nozzle 5.

[0043] Preferably, a reciprocating motor 7 is provided inside the fryer body 1, and a lifting plate 8 is provided at one end of the vent pipe 61 near the steam channel 4. The output shaft of the reciprocating motor 7 passes through the cavity wall of the cooking cavity 12 and is fixedly connected to the lifting plate 8. The lifting plate 8 and the ventilation pipe 61 are integrally formed. The reciprocating motor 7 is fixedly mounted on the base 21 and electrically connected to the controller inside the air fryer. The reciprocating motor 7 has a motor screw 71 formed on it. The lifting plate 8 has a threaded hole that matches the motor screw 71. When the reciprocating motor 7 rotates, it drives the lifting plate 8 to rise. The lifting plate 8 drives the ventilation pipe 61 to rise. The annular nozzle 5 rises under the drive of the ventilation pipe 61. When the reciprocating motor 7 reverses, it drives the lifting plate 8 to fall. The lifting plate 8 drives the ventilation pipe 61 to fall. The annular nozzle 5 falls under the drive of the ventilation pipe 61 until the support foot 52 abuts against the sealing plate 6. This cycle repeats. The steam continuously sprays the food on the tray 121 from top to bottom, reducing the dead corners of steam rinsing and improving the effect of the steam.

[0044] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. Therefore, all equivalent changes or modifications made to the structure, features and principles described in the claims of the present utility model patent application are included in the scope of the present utility model patent application.

Claims

1. A large-capacity, visually-enabled air fryer with steam control, comprising an air fryer body (1), a cooking cavity (12), a fan assembly (13), and a first heating assembly (14) located within the air fryer body (1), wherein the cooking cavity (12) is provided with a tray (121) for placing food, characterized in that: A water tank (2) is detachably connected to the fryer body (1). The water tank (2) is connected to a steam generator (3). The steam generator (3) and the water tank (2) are fluidly connected. There is a gap between the steam generator (3) and the tray (121) to form a steam channel (4). The steam generated by the steam generator (3) is transported to the tray (121) through the steam channel (4).

2. The air fryer with large capacity and visible steam control according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steam generator (3) includes a water storage chamber (31) and a second heating component (32) located below the water storage chamber (31). The water storage chamber (31) is sealed to the bottom wall of the cooking chamber (12). The water storage chamber (31) has an inlet (311) that connects to the water tank (2). The outlet of the water tank (2) is connected to a water pump (20). The water pump (20) pumps the water in the water tank (2) into the water storage chamber (31) through the inlet (311). The second heating component (32) is used to evaporate the water in the water storage chamber (31).

3. The air fryer with large capacity and visible steam control according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water tank (2) includes a base (21) fixedly connected to the fryer body (1) and a water tank box (22) movably connected to the base (21). The base (21) has an insertion groove (211) for accommodating the water tank box (22). The groove wall of the insertion groove (211) is provided with a guide rib (212). The water tank box (22) has a protruding rib (221) protruding towards the guide rib (212). The water tank box (22) slides in along the length direction of the guide rib (212) through the protruding rib (221) so that the water tank box (22) is placed in the base (21).

4. The air fryer with large capacity and visible steam control according to claim 3, characterized in that: The guide rib (212) is provided with an elastic protrusion (213), and the protrusion rib (221) is provided with a recess (222) corresponding to the elastic protrusion (213). The elastic protrusion (213) is inserted into the recess (222) to fix the water tank box (22) to the base (21).

5. The air fryer with large capacity and visible steam control according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steam generated by the steam generator (3) acts on the cooking cavity (12) from bottom to top through the steam channel (4), and the hot air generated by the fan assembly (13) and the first heating assembly (14) acts on the cooking cavity (12) from top to bottom.

6. The air fryer with large capacity and visible steam control according to claim 1, characterized in that: A gap is provided between the periphery of the tray (121) and the cavity wall of the cooking cavity (12), and the steam in the steam channel (4) is transported to the tray (121) through the gap.

7. The air fryer with large capacity and visible steam control according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fryer body (1) is hinged with a door (15) corresponding to the position of the cooking cavity (12), and the door (15) is provided with a light-transmitting part (151).

8. The air fryer with large capacity and visible steam control according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage tray (121) is provided with an annular nozzle (5) around its circumference. The annular nozzle (5) is connected to the steam channel (4). The annular nozzle (5) is provided with an air outlet (51) facing the storage tray (121).

9. An air fryer with large capacity and visible steam control according to claim 8, characterized in that: A sealing plate (6) is provided between the storage tray (121) and the steam generator (3). A vent pipe (61) is provided through the sealing plate (6) to connect the annular nozzle (5) and the steam channel (4). The vent pipe (61) guides the steam in the steam channel (4) to the annular nozzle (5).

10. An air fryer with large capacity and visible steam control according to claim 9, characterized in that: The fryer body (1) is equipped with a reciprocating motor (7), and a lifting plate (8) is provided at one end of the vent pipe (61) near the steam channel (4). The output shaft of the reciprocating motor (7) passes through the cavity wall of the cooking cavity (12) and is fixedly connected to the lifting plate (8).

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