Air conditioner

Abstract

This application provides an air conditioner, belonging to the field of household appliance technology. The air conditioner includes: a main unit, which includes a panel; the panel has an installation opening that communicates with the interior of the main unit; a wired control device, including a connected main body and a top cover; the main body is movably disposed at the installation opening; the top cover is located outside the installation opening and is detachably connected to the panel; a cover plate is detachably disposed on the panel, and the cover plate has a mating interface that is opposite to the top cover; the top cover is disposed within the mating interface and abuts against the inner wall of the mating interface. By designing the main body of the wired control device to be movably disposed at the installation opening, and the top cover being detachably connected to the panel, maintenance can be performed without disassembling the entire front panel or decorative cover, achieving quick disassembly and maintenance; the mating interface of the cover plate abuts against the top cover, maintaining the overall appearance of the embedded installation, while the detachable design avoids increasing packaging costs, achieving a balance between aesthetics and practicality.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of household appliance technology, and more particularly to an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Air conditioner wired controllers are important human-machine interface devices for air conditioners. They are used for remote control and setting of air conditioner operating parameters via wired connection. Acting as a bridge between the user and the air conditioning unit, they convert user commands into electrical signals and transmit them to the air conditioner's main controller.

[0003] However, existing air conditioner wired controllers are not easily detachable, making them inconvenient to disassemble and repair. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides an air conditioner that solves the technical problem of poor detachability of the air conditioner's wired controller, making it inconvenient to disassemble and repair.

[0005] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide an air conditioner, comprising:

[0006] A host computer, the host computer including a panel; the panel having a mounting port communicating with the interior of the main body;

[0007] A wired control device includes a main body and a top cover connected to each other; the main body is movably disposed in the mounting port; the top cover is located outside the mounting port, and the top cover is detachably connected to the panel;

[0008] A cover plate is detachably mounted on the panel. The cover plate has a mating interface, which is opposite to the upper cover. The upper cover is disposed inside the mating interface and abuts against the inner wall of the mating interface.

[0009] By designing the main body of the wired control device to be movable and mounted at the installation port, and with the top cover and panel detachably connected, maintenance can be performed without removing the entire front panel or decorative cover of the machine, simplifying operation, reducing workload, and enabling quick disassembly and maintenance. Because the main body is movable and the top cover is easy to remove, the safety hazards of pulling the wiring harness or touching live components are avoided. The mating interface of the cover plate abuts against the top cover, realizing secondary positioning and decorative transition, maintaining the overall appearance of the embedded installation. At the same time, the detachable design avoids the problem of increasing packaging costs, achieving a unity of aesthetics and practicality.

[0010] In some embodiments of this application, the cover plate is provided with a snap-fit ​​structure, the panel is provided with a snap-fit ​​interface, and the snap-fit ​​structure engages with the snap-fit ​​interface.

[0011] The snap-fit ​​structure includes a connecting part and a snap-fit ​​connector connected together. The snap-fit ​​connector is connected to the cover plate through the connecting part. The connecting part passes through the snap-fit ​​interface. The snap-fit ​​connector abuts against the surface of the panel away from the cover plate.

[0012] By using a snap-fit ​​structure and a snap-fit ​​interface, the cover can be installed and removed by hand without the need for screwdrivers or other tools, simplifying the operation process. Because the cover is easy to remove, maintenance personnel can quickly expose the upper cover of the wired control device underneath, avoiding the tedious operation of removing the cover and reducing the risk of accidentally touching internal components or wiring harnesses due to complex operation and confined space.

[0013] In some embodiments of this application, there are multiple snap-fit ​​structures, which are disposed on the edge of the cover plate, and the snap-fit ​​head extends toward the inner side of the cover plate.

[0014] By setting multiple snap-fit ​​structures distributed along the edge of the cover plate, fixing force can be provided simultaneously at multiple points on the cover plate, avoiding warping, shaking, or local stress concentration that may occur due to single-point fixing, resulting in a tighter and flatter fit between the cover plate and the panel. The design of the snap-fit ​​joints extending towards the inside of the cover plate allows the snap-fit ​​joints to deform and disengage when force is applied from the outer edge of the cover plate, simplifying the assembly and disassembly process. The centripetal locking force formed by multiple snap-fit ​​points helps resist accidental external impacts or vibrations, reducing the possibility of accidental loosening of the cover plate and improving the overall structural reliability.

[0015] In some embodiments of this application, the cover plate is provided with a positioning structure, the panel is provided with a positioning element, and the positioning structure is inserted into the positioning element;

[0016] The positioning structure includes a square frame and multiple support parts. The support parts are located on the outside of the square frame, and the surface of the support parts away from the square frame abuts against the inner wall of the positioning member.

[0017] By having multiple support parts abutting against the inner wall of the positioning component at multiple points, additional lateral support can be provided in addition to the snap-fit ​​fixing, effectively suppressing the slight displacement or vibration that may occur during use of the cover plate, and ensuring its stable connection with the panel; precise positioning avoids the problem of uneven gaps or unevenness between the panel and the cover plate surface caused by cover plate installation deviation, ensuring the cleanliness and integrity of the air conditioner's appearance, which meets the aesthetic pursuit of embedded installation.

[0018] In some embodiments of this application, the panel is provided with a receiving groove having an opening facing the outside of the panel;

[0019] The cover plate closes the opening of the receiving groove; the cover plate is provided with an extension, the extension is located inside the receiving groove, and at least a portion of the extension abuts against the side wall of the receiving groove.

[0020] The slot opening of the receiving groove is sealed by a cover plate to ensure the overall appearance of the wired control device embedded in the rear panel.

[0021] In some embodiments of this application, the extension in the height direction of the panel has a pry notch.

[0022] By inserting a tool into the pry notch and applying leverage, the cover can be pried open from the panel safely and effortlessly, thereby exposing the wired control device underneath. By concentrating the force at the pry notch, the cover itself, the panel surface, or the surrounding snap-fit ​​structure can be effectively prevented from being scratched or broken during the removal of the cover.

[0023] In some embodiments of this application, a connector is provided inside the mounting port, and an mounting component is provided on the upper cover. The mounting component and the connector are detachably connected.

[0024] The connectors provide physical contours and support, ensuring the top cover is securely installed on the mounting opening.

[0025] In some embodiments of this application, the connector extends along the height direction of the housing, and there are multiple connectors, including a first connector and a second connector.

[0026] The panel is provided with a pry support member, which is located below the mounting port. The first connector, the second connector, and the pry support member are arranged sequentially along the height direction of the housing.

[0027] The pry support serves as a dedicated fulcrum for prying the wired control device from the panel, eliminating the need for brute force when disassembling the device and making the operation more effortless and controllable; it also prevents damage to the cover, connectors, or panel of the wired control device caused by uneven force or violent disassembly.

[0028] In some embodiments of this application, at least one locking seat is provided inside the mounting port;

[0029] The wired control device is equipped with a locking component. When the main body is located at the mounting port, the locking component is positioned opposite to the locking seat, and the locking component is threadedly connected to the locking seat.

[0030] The threaded connection provides locking force, which can effectively prevent the wired control device from loosening or shifting under operating vibration or accidental contact, ensuring the reliability of the connection; the solid fixation avoids poor contact or damage to the internal cable connectors due to the loosening of the wired control device, thus improving the safety factor of the equipment in long-term operation.

[0031] Secondly, embodiments of this application provide an air conditioner, comprising:

[0032] A host computer, the host computer including a panel; the panel having a mounting port communicating with the interior of the main body;

[0033] The wired control device includes the main body and the top cover connected together;

[0034] A cover plate, wherein the cover plate is provided with a mating interface;

[0035] The air conditioner is configured such that: the main body can be inserted into the mounting port, and the upper cover is located outside the mounting port; the cover plate can be connected to the panel, the interface of the cover plate is opposite to the upper cover, the inner wall of the interface is fitted to the upper cover, and the cover plate fixes the wired control device to the panel.

[0036] The air conditioner of this embodiment features a main body of the wired control device that is movably mounted at the installation port, with the top cover and panel detachably connected. This eliminates the need to disassemble the entire front panel or decorative cover during maintenance, simplifying operations, reducing workload, and enabling quick disassembly and maintenance. Because the main body is movable and the top cover is easily removable, safety hazards such as pulling on the wiring harness or touching live components are avoided. The interface of the cover plate abuts against the top cover, achieving secondary positioning and decorative transition, maintaining the overall appearance of the embedded installation. Furthermore, the detachable design avoids increasing packaging costs, achieving a balance between aesthetics and practicality. Attached Figure Description

[0037] To more clearly illustrate the implementation methods in the embodiments of this application or related technologies, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.

[0038] Figure 1 A front view of an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0039] Figure 2 An exploded view of the air conditioner's wired control device and panel provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of section A;

[0041] Figure 4 A partial front view of the air conditioner's control panel provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0042] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of section B;

[0043] Figure 6 A partial schematic diagram of the back of the air conditioner's central panel provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0044] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of section C;

[0045] Figure 8 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of section D;

[0046] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cover plate in the air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0047] Figure 10 for Figure 9 An enlarged schematic diagram of section E in the middle;

[0048] Figure 11 for Figure 9 Enlarged schematic diagram of section F in the middle;

[0049] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the installation of the panel and cover plate in an air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application.

[0050] Figure 13 for Figure 12 Enlarged schematic diagram of section G in the middle;

[0051] Figure 14 for Figure 12 Enlarged schematic diagram of section H in the middle;

[0052] Figure 15 This is a structural schematic diagram of the locking component and locking seat in an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0053] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the back of the air conditioner's central panel provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0054] Figure 17 An exploded view of the air conditioner's middle panel and rear casing provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0055] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the use of the pry notch in an air conditioner, as provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0056] Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the use of the pry support in an air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application.

[0057] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0058] 01-Host;

[0059] 100 - Panel; 110 - Mounting port; 111 - Connector; 111a - First connector; 111b - Second connector; 112 - Locking seat; 120 - Snap-in interface; 130 - Positioning element; 140 - Receiving groove; 150 - Pull buckle; 160 - Pry support element;

[0060] 200 - Wired control device; 210 - Main body; 220 - Top cover; 221 - Mounting component; 230 - Locking component;

[0061] 300 - Cover plate; 310 - Interface; 320 - Snap-fit ​​structure; 321 - Connecting part; 322 - Snap-fit ​​connector; 330 - Positioning structure; 331 - Square frame; 332 - Support part; 340 - Extension part; 341 - Pry notch; 360 - Fastener;

[0062] 400 - Rear housing; 410 - Pull-out groove. Detailed Implementation

[0063] As described in the background art, there are generally two installation methods for wired control devices in related technologies: installation on the machine and external connection to the vicinity of the machine. The choice between these two methods can be made based on the actual installation scenario and user habits.

[0064] When the wired control device is installed on the machine, there are generally two installation methods. One is that the housing of the wired control device protrudes from the surface of the machine. The installation structure is simple and easy to maintain, but the appearance is not good, and the packaging cost will be increased because only the wired control device protrudes. The other is that the wired control device is embedded in the machine. The overall appearance is better, but the disassembly is poor and maintenance is difficult.

[0065] Removing the embedded wired control typically requires disassembling the entire front panel or decorative cover of the unit. This is a massive and complex task, potentially involving the removal of numerous screws and clips, and requiring careful handling of the various connecting wires. The connectors for the embedded wired control are located inside the air conditioner; even after detaching the control from the panel, technicians still need to reach into the confined space to locate and disconnect the connectors by feel. This is extremely inconvenient, and blind operation in such a confined space could lead to pulling or breaking other wires, posing a risk of contact with other live components. Due to these difficulties and space constraints, collateral damage is highly likely when removing the embedded wired control.

[0066] In view of this, the air conditioner of this application embodiment designs the main body of the wired control device to be movable and set in the installation port, and the top cover is detachably connected to the panel. During maintenance, it is not necessary to remove the entire front panel or decorative cover of the machine, which simplifies the operation, reduces the workload, and enables quick disassembly and maintenance. Since the main body is movable and the top cover is easy to remove, the safety hazards of pulling the wire harness or touching live components are avoided. The mating interface of the cover plate abuts against the top cover, realizing secondary positioning and decorative transition, maintaining the overall appearance of the embedded installation. At the same time, the detachable design avoids the problem of increasing packaging costs, achieving a unity of aesthetics and practicality.

[0067] It is especially suitable for air conditioners with wired control devices installed on the machine, and can be applied to the water modules of air conditioners with exposed wired control devices.

[0068] To make the objectives, implementation methods and advantages of this application clearer, the exemplary implementation methods of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the exemplary embodiments of this application. Obviously, the described exemplary embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments.

[0069] It should be noted that the brief descriptions of terms in this application are only for the convenience of understanding the embodiments described below, and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this application. Unless otherwise stated, these terms should be understood in their ordinary and common meaning.

[0070] Furthermore, the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, are intended to cover but not exclusively include, for example, a product or device that includes a series of components is not necessarily limited to those that are explicitly listed, but may include other components that are not explicitly listed or that are inherent to such product or device.

[0071] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0072] The terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0073] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0074] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0075] refer to Figures 1-11 This application provides an air conditioner, including:

[0076] The host 01 may include a panel 100; the panel 100 may have a mounting port 110, which may communicate with the interior of the main body 210.

[0077] The wired control device 200 includes a main body 210 and a top cover 220 connected to each other.

[0078] The main body 210 is movably disposed in the mounting port 110, and the upper cover 220 can be located outside the mounting port 110. The upper cover 220 can be detachably connected to the panel 100.

[0079] The cover plate 300 is detachably mounted on the panel 100. The cover plate 300 may be provided with a mating interface 310, which may be positioned opposite to the upper cover 220. The upper cover 220 may be located inside the mating interface 310 and may abut against the inner wall of the mating interface 310.

[0080] It is known that the main unit 01, as the core carrier of the air conditioning system, has a panel 100 that is not only an appearance component but also plays a role in functional integration.

[0081] The characteristic of the mounting port 110 being connected to the interior of the main body 210 enables the connection between the internal and external spaces, providing a physical channel for the transmission of wires and other devices for wired control signals.

[0082] The wired control device 200 adopts a separate structure of main body 210 and top cover 220, reflecting the modular design concept. The main body 210, as the core component of the wired control device 200, is movably mounted in the mounting port 110, ensuring installation stability while allowing for displacement during maintenance. The top cover 220 is located outside the mounting port 110, serving both as a decorative interface and a fixing structure. The fit between the main body 210 and the mounting port 110 ensures the precise positioning of the wired control device 200 on the main unit 01.

[0083] The cover plate 300 is detachably mounted on the panel 100, indicating that the cover plate 300 is an additional component independent of the panel 100. Its detachable nature means that the cover plate 300 constitutes the first detachable interface for maintenance operations. The mating interface 310 of the cover plate 300 is a reserved opening on the cover plate 300 whose size matches that of the upper cover 220, providing a receiving space and positioning reference for the upper cover 220. The upper cover 220 can abut against the inner wall of the mating interface 310, indicating that there is a tight fit or a slight gap between the outer contour of the upper cover 220 and the inner wall of the mating interface 310, allowing the cover plate 300 to provide circumferential constraints and limits to the upper cover 220 from the outside, together forming a complete and flat outer surface.

[0084] By designing the main body 210 of the wired control device 200 to be movably mounted in the mounting port 110, and the upper cover 220 to be detachably connected to the panel 100, maintenance does not require disassembling the entire front panel or decorative cover of the machine, simplifying operation, reducing workload, and enabling quick disassembly and maintenance. Since the main body 210 is movable and the upper cover 220 is easy to disassemble, the safety hazards of pulling the wire harness or touching live components are avoided. The mating interface 310 of the cover plate 300 abuts against the upper cover 220, realizing secondary positioning and decorative transition, maintaining the overall appearance of the embedded installation. At the same time, the detachable design avoids the problem of increasing packaging costs, achieving a unity of aesthetics and practicality.

[0085] refer to Figure 11 In some possible implementations, the cover plate 300 may be provided with a snap-fit ​​structure 320, and the panel 100 may be provided with a snap-fit ​​interface 120, wherein the snap-fit ​​structure 320 may engage with the snap-fit ​​interface 120.

[0086] The snap-fit ​​structure 320 may include a connecting part 321 and a snap-fit ​​connector 322 connected to each other. The snap-fit ​​connector 322 can be connected to the cover plate 300 through the connecting part 321. The connecting part 321 can be inserted into the snap-fit ​​interface 120. The snap-fit ​​connector 322 can abut against the surface of the panel 100 away from the cover plate 300.

[0087] It is known that the connecting part 321 serves as a support and connecting member, with one end connected to the cover plate 300 body and the other end used to pass through the card interface 120 on the panel 100.

[0088] The card connector 312 is located at the end of the connecting part 321. Its function is to form an abutment with the surface of the panel 100 away from the cover plate 300 after the connecting part 321 passes through the card interface 120.

[0089] The card interface 120 provided on the panel 100 is a channel for accommodating and cooperating with the connecting part 321 of the snap-fit ​​structure 320 of the cover plate 300. The size and position of the card interface 120 correspond to the snap-fit ​​structure 320 to ensure that the connecting part 321 can be accurately inserted therein.

[0090] The connecting part 321 passes through the card interface 120 and serves as a positioning and guiding function, while the card connector 312 abuts against the back of the panel to achieve quick fixation and locking of the cover plate 300.

[0091] By engaging and disengaging the snap-fit ​​structure 320 with the snap-fit ​​interface 120, the cover plate 300 can be installed and disassembled by hand without the need for tools such as screwdrivers, simplifying the operation process. Since the cover plate 300 is easy to disassemble, maintenance personnel can quickly expose the upper cover 220 of the wired control device underneath, avoiding the tedious operation of disassembling the cover plate 300 and reducing the risk of accidentally touching internal components or wiring harnesses due to complex operation and confined space.

[0092] In some possible implementations, there may be multiple snap-fit ​​structures 320, which are disposed on the edge of the cover plate 300, and the snap-fit ​​connectors 322 may extend toward the inside of the cover plate 300.

[0093] It can be understood that multiple snap-fit ​​structures 320 are set in the edge area of ​​the cover plate 300, and the fixing function is distributed to the periphery of the cover plate 300. The snap-fit ​​force of the snap-fit ​​joint 322 is directed towards the center of the area covered by the cover plate 300, so that the snap-fit ​​structure 320 forms a uniform and centripetal constraint force in the circumferential direction of the cover plate 300, ensuring that the cover plate 300 is stably attached to the panel 100.

[0094] By setting multiple snap-fit ​​structures 320 and distributing them along the edge of the cover plate 300, fixing force can be provided simultaneously at multiple points on the cover plate 300, avoiding warping, shaking, or local stress concentration that may occur due to single-point fixing, making the fit between the cover plate 300 and the panel 100 tighter and flatter. The design of the snap-fit ​​connector 322 extending towards the inside of the cover plate 300 allows the snap-fit ​​connector 322 to deform and disengage when force is applied from the outer edge of the cover plate 300, simplifying the disassembly and assembly process. The centripetal locking force formed by multiple snap-fit ​​points helps resist accidental external impacts or vibrations, reducing the possibility of the cover plate 300 accidentally loosening and improving the overall structural reliability.

[0095] refer to Figures 12-14 During use, align the cover plate 300 with the corresponding position on the panel 100, so that the connecting parts 321 of each snap-fit ​​structure 320 on the cover plate 300 are aligned with the corresponding snap-fit ​​interface 120 on the panel 100. Apply pressure to push the cover plate 300 toward the panel 100, so that the connecting parts 321 pass smoothly through the snap-fit ​​interface 120 until the snap-fit ​​joint 312 of the snap-fit ​​structure 320 exceeds the wall thickness of the panel 100 and forms abutment with the surface of the panel 100 away from the cover plate 300 (i.e., the back of the panel 100), thereby firmly snapping the cover plate 300 onto the panel 100.

[0096] When the wired control device 200 needs maintenance, apply external force (usually by hand or with a plastic pry bar) from the edge of the cover plate 300 to cause the snap-fit ​​connector 312 of the snap-fit ​​structure 320 to elastically deform and disengage from the back of the panel 100. Then remove the cover plate 300 from the panel 100, allowing the connecting part 321 of the snap-fit ​​structure 320 to exit from the snap-fit ​​interface 120, thus completing the disassembly and exposing the upper cover 220 of the wired control device 200 below.

[0097] It should be noted that, in Figure 12 In the diagram, panel 100 shows the surface away from cover 300 (i.e., the back of panel 100), and only a portion of panel 100 is shown. Cover 300 shows the surface facing the interior of host 01 (i.e., the back of cover 300).

[0098] refer to Figure 10 In some possible implementations, the cover plate 300 may be provided with a positioning structure 330, the panel 100 may be provided with a positioning member 130, and the positioning structure 330 may be inserted into the positioning member 130.

[0099] The positioning structure 330 may include a square frame 331 and a plurality of support portions 332. The support portions 332 may be disposed on the outside of the square frame 331, and the surface of the support portion 332 away from the square frame 331 may abut against the inner wall of the positioning member 130.

[0100] Specifically, the positioning element 130 is prominently positioned.

[0101] The square frame 331 serves as the foundation of the positioning structure 330, providing the main structural form. Multiple support parts 332 located on its outer side act as actual contact points, their outer surfaces abutting against the inner wall of the positioning member 130 at multiple points, collectively restricting the movement of the cover plate 300 relative to the panel 100 in the plane, achieving precise positioning of the cover plate 300 and preventing wobbling. Before the snap-fit ​​structure 320 is finally fixed, the positioning structure 330 is inserted into the positioning member 130 to pre-correct the relative position of the cover plate 300 and the panel 100, preventing misalignment or tilting during installation and improving installation efficiency.

[0102] By having multiple support parts 332 abutting against the inner wall of the positioning part 130 at multiple points, additional lateral support can be provided in addition to the snap-fit ​​fixing, effectively suppressing the slight displacement or vibration that the cover plate 300 may produce during use, and ensuring its stable connection with the panel 100; the precise positioning avoids the problem of uneven gaps or uneven surfaces between the panel 100 and the cover plate 300 caused by the installation deviation of the cover plate 300, ensuring the cleanliness and integrity of the air conditioner's appearance, which meets the aesthetic pursuit of embedded installation.

[0103] During use, when installing the cover plate 300 onto the panel 100, the positioning structure 330 on the cover plate 300 must first be aligned with the positioning member 130 on the panel 100. Then, the positioning structure 330 is inserted into the positioning member 130. During this process, the surfaces of the multiple support parts 332 away from the square frame 331 will contact the inner wall of the positioning member 130 and eventually form an abutment, completing the initial alignment and fixation of the cover plate 300 on the panel 100. This provides the correct positional reference for the subsequent snap-fit ​​engagement of the snap-fit ​​structure 320, ensuring that the cover plate 300 can accurately and flatly cover the predetermined area.

[0104] In some possible implementations, panel 100 may be provided with a receiving groove 140 having an opening toward the outside of panel 100.

[0105] The cover plate 300 can close the opening of the receiving groove 140; the cover plate 300 can be provided with an extension 340, the extension 340 is located inside the receiving groove 140, and at least a portion of the extension 340 abuts against the side wall of the receiving groove 140.

[0106] The cover plate 300 is used to close the opening of the receiving groove 140 to ensure the overall appearance of the wired control device 200 embedded in the rear panel 100.

[0107] The extension 340 of the cover plate 300 is located inside the receiving groove 140, and at least a portion of the extension 340 abuts against the side wall of the receiving groove 140, thereby positioning the cover plate 300 within the receiving groove 140.

[0108] In some possible implementations, the extension 340 of the cover plate 300 in the height direction has a pry notch 341.

[0109] It is understood that the pry notch 341 is a notch or gap of a specific shape formed on the extension 340, which provides a point of leverage for tools (such as screwdrivers) or fingers. Providing the pry notch 341 on the extension 340 provides maintenance personnel with a clear and dedicated operating point.

[0110] By inserting a tool into the pry notch 341 and applying leverage, the cover plate 300 can be safely and effortlessly pried open from the panel 100, thereby exposing the wired control device 200 underneath. By concentrating the force at the pry notch 341, scratches or breaks can be effectively avoided on the cover plate 300 itself, its surface, or the surrounding snap-fit ​​structure during the removal of the cover plate 300.

[0111] refer to Figure 18 During use, when maintenance or inspection of the wired control device 200 is required, insert the tip of a suitable tool (such as a flathead screwdriver) into the pry notch 341 on the extension 340 of the cover plate 300, and use the edge of the pry notch 341 as a fulcrum to pry the tool, thereby loosening the clips or mating structure of the cover plate 300. Remove the cover plate 300 from the slot of the receiving groove 140 of the cover plate 300 to expose the wired control device 200 installed in the receiving groove 140 for subsequent maintenance operations.

[0112] refer to Figure 16 and Figure 17 In some possible embodiments, panel 100 is provided with a pull tab 150, which is disposed on the surface of panel 100 opposite to positioning member 130.

[0113] The main unit also includes a rear housing 400, which has a latch groove 410, and a latch 150 is inserted into the latch groove 410.

[0114] It is understood that the latch 150 is a protrusion or hook-shaped structure provided on the panel 100, located on the surface of the panel 100 facing away from the positioning member 130, that is, the side of the panel 100 facing away from the outside of the air conditioner or the user after installation. The latch groove 410 provided in the rear housing 400 is a recess or socket that matches the shape of the latch 150. The latch 150 is inserted into the latch groove 410, forming the main connection method between the panel 100 and the rear housing 400. This connection method allows the panel 100 to be fixed to the rear housing 400 through the cooperation of the latch 150 and the latch groove 410.

[0115] In some embodiments, multiple pull tabs 150 are provided along the height direction of the panel 100, and multiple pull tab grooves 410 are provided along the height direction of the rear housing 400.

[0116] When the embedded wired control device 200 needs to be repaired, first locate the pull tab 150 on the outer surface of the panel 100, apply a specific force to the pull tab 150 to make it disengage from the pull tab groove 410 of the rear housing 400, and after disconnecting the pull tab 150 from the pull tab groove 410, the panel 100 can be removed.

[0117] In some possible implementations, a connector 111 may be provided in the mounting port 110, and a mounting member 221 may be provided in the top cover 220. The mounting member 221 may be detachably connected to the connector 111.

[0118] The connector 111 can be a protrusion structure, and the mounting part can be a slot that mates with the connector 111. The connector 111 provides physical contour and support, while the protrusion structure can serve as a fixed fulcrum or engagement point. The mounting part 221 is disposed on the upper cover 220 of the wired control device 200 and can be detachably connected to the protrusion structure through shape interlocking. This mating method utilizes the elastic deformation of the material to achieve engagement and disengagement.

[0119] In some possible implementations, the connector 111 may extend along the height direction of the host 01, and there may be multiple connectors 111, which may include a first connector 111a and a second connector 111b.

[0120] The panel 100 may be provided with a pry support 160, which is located below the mounting port 110. The first connector 111a, the second connector 111b and the pry support 160 may be arranged sequentially along the height direction of the host.

[0121] It is known that the multiple connectors 111 include the first connector 111a and the second connector 111b, indicating that the wire control device 200 has multiple fixing points in the height direction, providing stable multi-point fixing.

[0122] A pry support 160 is specially provided on the panel 100, which is located below the mounting port 110. When disassembling the wire control device 200, it is necessary to overcome the fixing force of multiple connectors 111. At this time, the support 160 can be pried as a fulcrum to apply upward force, thereby separating the mounting parts of the upper cover 220 of the wire control device from the first connector 111a and the second connector 111b above, so that the upper cover 220 is separated from the main body 210.

[0123] The pry support 160 serves as a dedicated fulcrum for prying the wired control device 200 from the panel 100. Combined with the lever principle, it avoids the use of brute force when disassembling the wired control device 200, making the operation more effortless and controllable. It also avoids damage to the wired control device cover 220, connector 111, or panel 100 due to uneven force or violent disassembly.

[0124] refer to Figure 19When it is necessary to disassemble the air conditioning wire control device 200, after opening the cover plate 300, place one end of a pry bar or other tool against the pry support 160 on the panel 100, insert the other end of the pry bar into the gap between the upper cover 220 of the air conditioning wire control device and the mounting port 110, and pry upwards using the pry support 160 as the fulcrum. The leverage force will first loosen the fixing point at the bottom of the air conditioning wire control device (such as the connection with the second connector 111b). Continuing to apply force will separate it from the first connector 111a above, thereby removing the wire control device 200 from the mounting port 110.

[0125] refer to Figure 15 In some possible implementations, at least one locking seat 112 may be provided in the mounting port 110.

[0126] The wired control device 200 may be equipped with a locking element 230. When the main body 210 is located at the mounting port 110, the locking element 230 may be arranged opposite to the locking seat 112, and the locking element 230 may be threadedly connected to the locking seat 112.

[0127] It is understood that the locking seat 112 is a base structure with internal threads or available for threaded connection. When the main body 210 of the wire control device 200 is placed in the mounting port 110 and is in the correct installation position, the locking member 230 and the locking seat 112 in the mounting port 110 are spatially opposite to each other.

[0128] The locking element 230 can be a screw, while the locking seat 112 has a matching threaded hole.

[0129] While quick-connection methods such as snap-fit ​​are convenient for disassembly and assembly, their stability against vibration and pull-out may be insufficient. After the wired control device 200 is initially fixed to the mounting port 110 by the cooperation of the mounting part 221 and the connecting part 111, the locking part 230 and the locking seat 112 are connected by a thread, providing an additional locking point with higher mechanical strength. This ensures the stability of the wired control device 200 during long-term use and prevents it from loosening due to external force or vibration.

[0130] The threaded connection provides locking force, which can effectively prevent the wired control device 200 from loosening or shifting under operating vibration or accidental contact, ensuring the reliability of the connection; the solid fixation avoids the possibility of poor contact or damage to the internal cable connector due to the loosening of the wired control device 200, thus improving the safety factor of the equipment in long-term operation.

[0131] Installation process: First, connect the mounting part 221 of the main body 210 of the wired control device 200 to the connector 111 of the mounting port 110 and initially fix it into the mounting port 110 of the panel 100, so that the locking part 230 is aligned with the locking seat 112. Then, use a screwdriver or other tools to tighten the locking part 230 (such as a screw) so that it is screwed into the locking seat 112 until the required tightness is achieved.

[0132] Disassembly process: During maintenance, first use a tool to loosen and remove the locking part 230 to disconnect the threaded connection. Then, using the prying support 160 as a fulcrum, pry upwards to separate the mounting part 221 of the main body 210 from the connecting part 111 of the mounting port 110, so that the wired control device 200 can be removed from the mounting port 110.

[0133] This application provides an air conditioner, including:

[0134] The host 01 includes a panel 100; the panel 100 has a mounting port 110, which is connected to the interior of the main body 210.

[0135] The wired control device 200 includes a main body 210 and a top cover 220 connected to each other.

[0136] Cover plate 300, cover plate 300 is provided with interface 310.

[0137] The air conditioner is configured such that the main body 210 can be inserted into the mounting port 110, and the upper cover 220 is located outside the mounting port 110; the cover plate 300 can be connected to the panel 100, the mating interface 310 of the cover plate 300 is opposite to the upper cover 220, the inner wall of the mating interface 310 is fitted with the upper cover 220, and the cover plate 300 fixes the wired control device 200 to the panel 100.

[0138] Specifically, when it is necessary to remove the wired controller from the air conditioner:

[0139] First, insert the tool tip into the pry notch 341 on the extension 340 of the cover plate 300. Using the pry support 160 as a fulcrum, pry the cover plate 300 to disengage the snap connector 322 of the snap-fit ​​structure 320 from the snap interface 120, thus removing the cover plate 300 and exposing the wired control device 200. Next, using the pry support 160 on the panel 100 as a fulcrum, pry upwards the upper cover 220 of the wired control device 200 to separate the upper cover 220 from the main body 210. Finally, loosen and remove the locking member 230 to disengage the threaded connection, and remove the main body 210 from the mounting port 110 for repair or replacement.

[0140] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

[0141] For ease of explanation, the above description has been provided in conjunction with specific embodiments. However, the above exemplary discussion is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the embodiments to the specific forms disclosed above. Various modifications and variations can be obtained based on the above teachings. The selection and description of the above embodiments are for the purpose of better explaining the principles and practical applications, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better utilize the described embodiments and various different variations of embodiments suitable for specific use considerations.

Claims

1. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: include: A host computer, the host computer including a panel; the panel having a mounting port communicating with the interior of the main body; A wired control device includes a main body and a top cover connected to each other; the main body is movably disposed in the mounting port; the top cover is located outside the mounting port, and the top cover is detachably connected to the panel; A cover plate is detachably mounted on the panel. The cover plate has a mating interface, which is opposite to the upper cover. The upper cover is disposed inside the mating interface and abuts against the inner wall of the mating interface.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein The cover plate is provided with a snap-fit ​​structure, and the panel is provided with a snap-fit ​​interface. The snap-fit ​​structure and the snap-fit ​​interface are snap-fitted together. The snap-fit ​​structure includes a connecting part and a snap-fit ​​connector connected together. The snap-fit ​​connector is connected to the cover plate through the connecting part. The connecting part passes through the snap-fit ​​interface. The snap-fit ​​connector abuts against the surface of the panel away from the cover plate.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 2, wherein The number of the snap-fit ​​structures is multiple, and the multiple snap-fit ​​structures are disposed on the edge of the cover plate, with the snap-fit ​​head extending toward the inner side of the cover plate.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein The cover plate is provided with a positioning structure, the panel is provided with a positioning element, and the positioning structure is inserted into the positioning element; The positioning structure includes a square frame and multiple support parts. The support parts are located on the outside of the square frame, and the surface of the support parts away from the square frame abuts against the inner wall of the positioning member.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein The panel is provided with a receiving groove, the receiving groove having an opening facing the outside of the panel; The cover plate closes the opening of the receiving groove; the cover plate is provided with an extension, the extension is located inside the receiving groove, and at least a portion of the extension abuts against the side wall of the receiving groove.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 5, wherein The extension in the height direction of the panel has a pry notch.

7. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized by A connector is provided inside the mounting port, and an installation component is provided on the top cover. The installation component and the connector are detachably connected.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 7, characterized in that, The connector extends along the height direction of the host, and there are multiple connectors, including a first connector and a second connector. The panel is provided with a pry support, which is located below the mounting port. The first connector, the second connector, and the pry support are arranged sequentially along the height direction of the host.

9. The air conditioner according to claim 7, wherein At least one locking seat is provided inside the mounting port; The wired control device is equipped with a locking component. When the main body is located at the mounting port, the locking component is positioned opposite to the locking seat, and the locking component is threadedly connected to the locking seat.

10. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: include: A host computer, the host computer including a panel; the panel having a mounting port communicating with the interior of the main body; The wired control device includes the main body and the top cover connected together; A cover plate, wherein the cover plate is provided with a mating interface; The air conditioner is configured such that: the main body can be inserted into the mounting port, and the upper cover is located outside the mounting port; the cover plate can be connected to the panel, the interface of the cover plate is opposite to the upper cover, the inner wall of the interface is fitted to the upper cover, and the cover plate fixes the wired control device to the panel.

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