Laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of clothes processing equipment, clothes processing equipment includes: first clothes processing device and second clothes processing device, first clothes processing device includes first casing and first clothes processing component, first casing defines the first accommodating cavity with top opening, first clothes processing component is located in first accommodating cavity, second clothes processing device is located above first casing, second clothes processing device covers top opening and with first casing forms the structural connection of top opening. According to the clothes processing equipment of the utility model embodiment, the structural connection of top opening is formed between second clothes processing device and first casing, stack support is saved, the whole machine height and cost are reduced, only need to form the structural connection of top opening between second clothes processing device and first casing when installing, installation step is simplified, and when disassembling, repairing is needed later, operation is more convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and in particular to clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, the combined garment processing device includes at least two garment processing modules. The two garment processing modules are connected together by stacking brackets. During installation, the stacking brackets need to be installed and fixed to one of the garment processing modules first, and then the other garment processing module is placed on the stacking brackets and fixed a second time. The assembly method is complicated and inconvenient, and it also leads to an increase in the height of the whole machine and an increase in cost. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, one objective of the present invention is to provide a garment processing device that is easier to assemble and disassemble, and has a lower cost.

[0004] A garment processing apparatus according to a first aspect of the present invention includes: a first garment processing device including a first housing and a first garment processing component, the first housing defining a first receiving cavity having a top opening, the first garment processing component being disposed in the first receiving cavity; and a second garment processing device disposed above the first housing, the second garment processing device covering the top opening and being structurally connected to the first housing to form the top opening.

[0005] According to the clothing processing equipment of this utility model embodiment, the second clothing processing device directly covers the top opening of the first housing, and the second clothing processing device is connected to the structure of the first housing forming the top opening. Compared with the related technology that uses a stacking bracket to connect the first clothing processing device and the second clothing processing device, the stacking bracket is eliminated. On the one hand, it can reduce the number of parts of the clothing processing equipment, reduce the overall height and cost. On the other hand, during installation, there is no need to install the stacking bracket separately to the first clothing processing device and the second clothing processing device. It is only necessary to connect the second clothing processing device to the structure of the first housing forming the top opening, which simplifies the installation steps. Moreover, it is more convenient to operate when disassembly and maintenance are required later.

[0006] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the second clothing processing device is a drying device, and includes a base and a second clothing processing component. The base has an air duct, and the second clothing processing component has a drying chamber, which is connected to the air duct. The base is located below the second clothing processing component, and the base covers the top opening and is structurally connected to the first housing to form the top opening.

[0007] In some embodiments, one of the top of the first housing and the bottom of the base has a connector, and the other has a connection hole, the connector being inserted into the connection hole.

[0008] In some specific embodiments, the top of the first housing has a mounting flange extending into the first housing, and the connector or the connecting hole is disposed on the mounting flange.

[0009] In some specific embodiments, the connector includes a connecting post and an anti-detachment part. The connecting post extends in a vertical direction, and one end of the anti-detachment part is connected to one end of the connecting post. The connecting hole includes a first hole and a second hole. The first hole and the second hole are arranged and communicate with each other in a first direction. In a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, the size of the first hole is larger than the size of the anti-detachment part, and the size of the second hole is smaller than the size of the anti-detachment part but larger than the size of the connecting post. When the connecting post is inserted into the connecting hole, the second garment handling device is adapted to be installed in a pre-installation position on the top of the first housing along the first direction, and when the second garment handling device is in the pre-installation position, the connecting post cooperates with the second hole.

[0010] In some examples, one of the first direction and the second direction is the front-back direction of the first housing, and the other is the left-right direction of the first housing.

[0011] In some examples, the connector includes a screw, one of which is threaded onto the top of the first housing and the bottom of the base.

[0012] In some embodiments, the first housing includes a first left side plate and a first right side plate disposed opposite to each other in the left-right direction, the upper end of the first left side plate and the upper end of the first right side plate each having a mounting plate, and the top opening being located between the two mounting plates; wherein each mounting plate is provided with at least one connector or a connecting hole.

[0013] In some specific embodiments, the first housing further includes a connecting plate extending in a left-right direction, with both ends of the connecting plate connected to the two mounting plates respectively, and at least one of the connecting members passing through the connecting plate and the mounting plate.

[0014] In some embodiments, at least one side wall of the base is provided with a groove near the bottom, and the connecting hole is provided through the groove in the vertical direction, abutting against the groove wall of the top of the first housing. The groove opening faces the outside of the second clothing processing device so that the connecting hole is exposed.

[0015] In some specific embodiments, the second garment handling device further includes a shielding member that detachably covers the opening of the groove.

[0016] In some specific embodiments, the second garment handling device further includes a second housing defining a second receiving cavity with a bottom opening, wherein the base and the second garment handling assembly are disposed in the second receiving cavity; wherein a portion of the base extends out of the second housing from the bottom opening, and the groove is located on the side wall of the base extending out of the second housing from the bottom opening to expose the connection hole.

[0017] In some examples, the second garment handling device further includes a shield that detachably covers the opening of the groove; wherein the shield is located vertically between the first housing and the second housing, and the side surface of the shield facing away from the groove is flush with the outer surfaces of the first housing and the second housing.

[0018] In some embodiments, the first housing and the base are further connected by a fastener, the extension direction of which is different from that of the connecting member.

[0019] In some embodiments, the second garment handling device further includes a second housing defining a second receiving cavity having a bottom opening, wherein the base and the second garment handling assembly are disposed in the second receiving cavity; each of the first housing and the second housing includes a front panel and a back panel disposed opposite each other in a front-rear direction, and a left side panel and a right side panel disposed opposite each other in a left-right direction, wherein the left side panel and the right side panel are both connected between the front panel and the back panel.

[0020] The upper end of the front panel of the first housing protrudes from the upper ends of the corresponding back panel, left side panel and right side panel, the base is supported on the upper ends of the left side panel and right side panel of the first housing, and the front panel of the first housing at least partially covers the front side of the base.

[0021] In some specific embodiments, the outer surface of the front panel of the first housing is flush with the outer surface of the front panel of the second housing, and the upper end of the front panel of the first housing and the lower end of the front panel of the second housing are close to each other.

[0022] In some specific embodiments, the garment processing device further includes: a partition plate disposed on top of the left side panel and the right side panel of the first housing, and lower than the front panel of the first housing, and the base is located above the partition plate.

[0023] A garment processing device according to a second aspect of the present invention includes: a first garment processing apparatus, comprising a first housing, a first top cover, and a first garment processing component, wherein the first housing defines a first receiving cavity having a top opening, and the first garment processing component is disposed in the first receiving cavity; a first top cover and a second garment processing device, wherein the first top cover and the second garment processing device and the first top cover are optionally disposed above the first housing, wherein when the second garment processing device is disposed above the first housing, the second garment processing device covers the top opening and is structurally connected to the first housing to form the top opening.

[0024] According to the clothing processing device of this utility model embodiment, users can flexibly choose the placement method of the first clothing processing device and the second clothing processing device according to the actual situation, which greatly improves the user experience. When the second clothing processing device is stacked on top of the first clothing processing device, the second clothing processing device and the first housing form a top opening structure connection. Compared with the technical solution of using a stacking bracket to connect the first clothing processing device and the second clothing processing device in related technologies, the stacking bracket is eliminated. On the one hand, it can reduce the number of parts of the clothing processing device and reduce the cost. On the other hand, during installation, there is no need for the stacking bracket to be installed separately with the first clothing processing device and the second clothing processing device. It is only necessary to connect the second clothing processing device to the first housing to form a top opening structure, which simplifies the installation steps. Moreover, it is more convenient to operate when disassembly and maintenance are required later.

[0025] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the second clothing processing device is a drying device, and includes a base and a second clothing processing component. The base has an air duct, and the second clothing processing component has a drying chamber, which is connected to the air duct. The base is located below the second clothing processing component. When the second clothing processing device is located above the first housing, the base covers the top opening and forms a structural connection with the first housing to the top opening.

[0026] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which: Figure 1 This is a front view of the clothing processing device according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the clothing processing device according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A partial enlarged view of the garment processing equipment shown; Figure 4 yes Figure 2 The first garment processing device shown in the figure has a connector on the top of the first housing; Figure 5 yes Figure 4 An enlarged view of part A shown in the image; Figure 6 yes Figure 2 An exploded view of the second garment processing device shown in the figure; Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A partial enlarged view of the base of the second garment handling device shown; Figure 8 yes Figure 7 An enlarged view of part B shown in the diagram; Figure 9 This is a side view of the clothing processing device according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 10 yes Figure 9 Enlarged view of section C shown; Figure 11 It is along Figure 10 Structural cross-sectional view of the DD line in the middle; Figure 12 yes Figure 11 The enlarged view of part E shown.

[0028] Figure label: Clothing processing equipment 100 First garment processing device 10, First housing 11, top opening 11a, first receiving cavity 11b, first left side plate 111, first right side plate 112, first front panel 113, first back plate 114, connecting plate 115, connector 116, first connector 11601, second connector 11602, connecting post 1161, anti-detachment part 1162, mounting plate 117, first plate portion 1171, second plate portion 1172, mounting flange 118. First garment processing component 13, Second clothing processing device 20, Second housing 21, bottom opening 21a, second receiving cavity 21b, second left side panel 211, second right side panel 212, second front panel 213, second back panel 214. Base 22, connecting hole 22a, first hole 22a1, second hole 22a2, air duct 22b, groove 221, slot 221a. Second garment processing component 23, drying chamber 24. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0030] The following is for reference. Figures 1 to 12 Description of a garment processing device 100 according to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0031] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 According to an embodiment of the present invention, the clothing processing device 100 includes a first clothing processing apparatus 10, the first clothing processing apparatus 10 includes a first housing 11 and a first clothing processing component 13, the first housing 11 defines a first receiving cavity 11b having a top opening 11a, and the first clothing processing component 13 is disposed in the first receiving cavity 11b.

[0032] The first garment handling device 10 here can be a washing machine, a drying machine, or a washer-dryer combo.

[0033] For example, if the first garment handling device 10 is a washing machine, then the first garment handling component 13 may include a structure such as a washing tub, the washing tub defining a washing chamber, and the washing chamber having a garment loading and unloading port. Before the washing machine starts operating, the user can put the garment into the washing chamber through the garment loading and unloading port, and after the washing machine finishes operating, the user can take the garment out through the garment loading and unloading port.

[0034] For example, if the first clothing handling device 10 is a drying device, then the first clothing handling component 13 may include a drying drum or similar structure. The drying drum defines a drying chamber, which has a clothing loading / unloading opening. Before the drying device operates, the user can place clothing into the drying chamber through the clothing loading / unloading opening. After the drying device finishes operating, the user can remove the clothing through the clothing loading / unloading opening.

[0035] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The garment processing device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention further includes a second garment processing device 20, which is disposed above the first housing 11. The second garment processing device 20 can be a washing machine, a drying machine, or a washer-dryer combo.

[0036] The second garment handling device 20 covers the top opening 11a, and the second garment handling device 20 is structurally connected to the first housing 11 to form the top opening 11a.

[0037] In other words, the top opening 11a of the first housing 11 does not need to be covered by a top cover. Instead, the top opening 11a is covered by the second clothing processing device 20. When the second clothing processing device 20 is connected to the first clothing processing device 10, there is no need to set up a separate stacking bracket or other structure. Instead, the second clothing processing device 20 is directly connected to the first housing 11 to form the structure of the top opening 11a.

[0038] Specifically, during the assembly of the entire machine, the first garment processing device 10 can be placed flat on the ground first, followed by the second garment processing device 20 stacked on top of the first garment processing device 10. Finally, the second garment processing device 20 and the first garment processing device 10 are connected together to form a top opening 11a. When disassembly is required, simply disconnect the first garment processing device 10 from the second garment processing device 20.

[0039] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the clothing processing device 100 utilizes a second clothing processing device 20 to directly cover the top opening 11a of the first housing 11, and connects the second clothing processing device 20 to the first housing 11 to form a structure with the top opening 11a. Compared with the related technology that uses a stacking bracket to connect the first clothing processing device 10 and the second clothing processing device 20, the stacking bracket is eliminated. On the one hand, this reduces the number of parts in the clothing processing device 100, lowers the overall height and cost. On the other hand, during installation, there is no need for the stacking bracket to be installed separately with the first clothing processing device 10 and the second clothing processing device 20. It is only necessary to connect the second clothing processing device 20 to the first housing 11 to form a structure with the top opening 11a, which simplifies the installation steps. Furthermore, it is more convenient to operate when disassembly and maintenance are required later.

[0040] Furthermore, in this embodiment, since the stacking bracket in the related technology is omitted, the overall height of the clothing processing device 100 can be reduced while keeping the volume of the first clothing processing device 10 and the second clothing processing device 20 unchanged; and while keeping the overall height of the clothing processing device 100 unchanged, it is beneficial to increase the clothing processing capacity of the first clothing processing device 10 or the second clothing processing device 20.

[0041] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 According to some embodiments of this utility model, the second clothing processing device 20 is a drying device. The second clothing processing device 20 includes a base 22 and a second clothing processing component 23. The base 22 has an air duct 22b, and the second clothing processing component 23 has a drying chamber 24, which is connected to the air duct 22b. When the second clothing processing device 20 is working, the air in the air duct 22b and the air in the drying chamber 24 circulate, which can air-dry or tumble-dry the clothes in the drying chamber 24.

[0042] For example, a heating element, such as an electric heating element, or the evaporator and condenser of a heat pump system, can be installed inside the air duct 22b. In a configuration where the heating element includes the evaporator and condenser of the heat pump system, the compressor of the heat pump system can be mounted on the base 22, and the compressor is located outside the air duct 22b.

[0043] The base 22 is located below the second garment processing assembly 23. With the second garment processing device 20 located above the first housing 11, the base 22 covers the top opening 11a and forms a structural connection with the first housing 11 to form the top opening 11a.

[0044] When the second garment processing device 20 is stacked with the first garment processing device 10, the base 22 can cover the top opening 11a, acting as a top cover to prevent foreign objects from entering the first garment processing device 10 during operation. The base 22 can connect the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20, eliminating the need for additional connecting structures and effectively reducing production costs. When performing maintenance on the first garment processing device 10, the second garment processing device 20 can be disassembled to provide more operating space.

[0045] In other words, the base 22 here, apart from its original function as an integrated air duct 22b, can be regarded as both the top cover of the top opening 11a of the first housing 11 and the connection structure of the first clothing processing device 10 and the second clothing processing device 20. It serves multiple purposes and effectively reduces the production cost of the clothing processing equipment 100.

[0046] In some embodiments, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 and further refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 One of the top of the first housing 11 and the bottom of the base 22 has a connector 116, and the other has a connection hole 22a, the connector 116 being inserted into the connection hole 22a.

[0047] For example, a connector 116 can be provided on the top of the first housing 11, and a connection hole 22a can be provided on the bottom of the base 22. The connector 116 can extend in a vertical, horizontal, or front-back direction, depending on the specific design requirements.

[0048] In the example where the connector 116 is located on the top of the first housing 11 and the connection hole 22a is located on the bottom of the base 22, during the installation of the whole machine, the first clothing processing device 10 can be placed flat on the ground first, and then the second clothing processing device 20 can be lifted. The connection hole 22a on the base 22 can be aligned with the connector 116 on the top of the first housing 11, and then the second clothing processing device 20 can be stacked on the preset position of the first clothing processing device 10 from top to bottom, so that the connector 116 is inserted into the connection hole 22a.

[0049] In the example where the connector 116 is located at the bottom of the base 22 and the connection hole 22a is located at the top of the first housing 11, during the installation of the whole machine, the first clothing processing device 10 can be placed flat on the ground first, and then the second clothing processing device 20 can be lifted. The connector 116 on the base 22 can be aligned with the connection hole 22a at the top of the first housing 11, and then the second clothing processing device 20 can be stacked on the preset position of the first clothing processing device 10 from top to bottom, so that the connector 116 is inserted into the connection hole 22a.

[0050] The first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 are connected to the connecting hole 22a via the connector 116. The user only needs to insert the connector 116 into the connecting hole 22a to complete the positioning and installation. When disassembling, the user only needs to disconnect the connector 116 from the connecting hole 22a.

[0051] In related technologies with stacking brackets, the stacking brackets need to be connected to the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 respectively, which is a cumbersome installation process. Therefore, compared with related technologies, this application eliminates the stacking bracket and uses the connector 116 and the connection hole 22a for plug-in installation, which not only ensures the stability of the second garment processing device 20, but also simplifies the installation and facilitates disassembly and maintenance in the future.

[0052] Reference Figure 12 In some embodiments, the top of the first housing 11 has a mounting flange 118 extending into the first housing 11, and a connector 116 or a connecting hole 22a is provided on the mounting flange 118.

[0053] In the above technical solution, by setting an installation flange 118 on the top of the first housing 11, the structural strength of the first housing 11 can be improved, making the connection between the first clothing processing device 10 and the second clothing processing device 20 more stable. On the other hand, the contact surface between the first housing 11 and the base 22 can be increased, reducing the pressure on the first housing 11.

[0054] In some embodiments, such as Figures 3-5As shown, the connector 116 includes a connecting post 1161 and an anti-detachment part 1162. The connecting post 1161 extends in the vertical direction, and the anti-detachment part 1162 is connected to one end of the connecting post 1161.

[0055] Reference Figure 3 and further refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 The connecting hole 22a includes a first hole portion 22a1 and a second hole portion 22a2. The first hole portion 22a1 and the second hole portion 22a2 are arranged and connected in a first direction. In a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, the size of the first hole portion 22a1 is larger than the size of the anti-detachment portion 1162, and the size of the second hole portion 22a2 is smaller than the size of the anti-detachment portion 1162 and larger than the size of the connecting post 1161.

[0056] With the connecting post 1161 inserted into the connecting hole 22a, the second garment handling device 20 is adapted to be installed in the pre-installation position on the top of the first housing 11 along the first direction, and with the second garment handling device 20 in the pre-installation position, the connecting post 1161 engages with the second hole 22a2.

[0057] During assembly, the installer first determines the position of the connector 116 and the connecting hole 22a, and then places the second garment handling device 20 on the first garment handling device 10. Since the size of the first hole 22a1 is larger than the size of the anti-detachment part 1162 of the connector 116, the connector 116 can be vertically inserted into the first hole 22a1 of the connecting hole 22a during this process. Then, the second garment handling device 20 is moved along the first direction (from back to front) so that the second hole 22a2 engages with the connector 116. Since the size of the second hole 22a2 in the second direction is smaller than the size of the anti-detachment part 1162 of the connector 116 in the second direction, the degree of freedom of the second garment handling device 20 in the vertical direction can be restricted, thereby realizing the stacked connection of the first garment handling device 10 and the second garment handling device 20.

[0058] During disassembly, the disassembly personnel only need to move along the first direction (from front to back) to move the connector 116 from the position of the second hole 22a2 to the position of the first hole 22a1. Since the size of the anti-detachment part 1162 of the connector 116 is smaller than the size of the first hole 22a1, the connector 116 can be disengaged from the connecting hole 22a by lifting the second clothing treatment device 20, thereby detaching the connection between the first clothing treatment device 10 and the second clothing treatment device 20. At this time, the disassembly can be completed by simply removing the second clothing treatment device 20 from the first clothing treatment device 10.

[0059] In related technologies with stacked brackets, the connection and disassembly of the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 require professional personnel to operate, which not only increases the number of parts and raises production costs, but also makes the installation and disassembly process more cumbersome and inconvenient.

[0060] Compared with related technologies, this application eliminates the need for stacking brackets and uses the aforementioned connector 116 and connection hole 22a to connect the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20. This not only reduces the number of parts and lowers production costs, but also simplifies the installation and disassembly process by eliminating the need to remove the connector 116.

[0061] In some embodiments, one of the first direction and the second direction is the front-rear direction of the first housing 11, and the other is the left-right direction of the first housing 11.

[0062] If the first direction is the front-back direction of the first housing 11, then the second direction is the left-right direction of the first housing 11. During installation, first insert the connector 116 into the first hole 22a1, and then push the second clothing handling device 20 along the front-back direction until the connector 116 engages with the second hole 22a2, so that it is installed in the pre-installation position.

[0063] If the first direction is the left-right direction of the first housing 11 and the second direction is the front-back direction of the first housing 11, during installation, first insert the connector 116 into the first hole 22a1, and then push the second clothing handling device 20 in the left-right direction until the connector 116 engages with the second hole 22a2, so that it is installed in the pre-installation position.

[0064] Since the first hole 22a1 and the second hole 22a2 are arranged and connected in the first direction, the size of the anti-detachment part 1162 is smaller than the size of the first hole 22a1 but larger than the size of the second hole 22a2 in the second direction perpendicular to the first direction. By cooperating with the first hole 22a1 and the second hole 22a2 respectively, the connection and separation of the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 can be realized, which greatly simplifies the installation and disassembly process.

[0065] In some embodiments, the connector 116 includes a screw, one of which is threadedly connected to the top of the first housing 11 and the bottom of the base 22.

[0066] The following example uses a screw located on the first housing 11 and threaded to the top of the first housing 11, with a connecting hole 22a located on the bottom of the base 22. (Refer to...) Figure 2 and Figure 3 The present invention is described in some specific embodiments.

[0067] If the installation method of stacking the second garment processing device 20 on top of the first garment processing device 10 is chosen, during installation, simply place the second garment processing device 20 on the first garment processing device 10, align the screw with the first hole 22a1 of the connecting hole 22a, and then push the second garment processing device 20 in the first direction (from back to front) to engage the screw with the second hole 22a2 of the connecting hole 22a. During disassembly, simply move the second garment processing device 20 in the first direction (from front to back), move the screw from the position of the second hole 22a2 to the position of the first hole 22a1, and then lift the second garment processing device 20 to disengage the connector 116 from the connecting hole 22a, thereby releasing the connection between the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20. The entire process does not require installing or removing the screws on the top of the first housing 11, greatly simplifying the installation and disassembly steps and improving the user experience.

[0068] If the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 are placed separately, only the first top cover of the first garment processing device 10 needs to be installed above the screw. Whether installing or removing the garment processing device 100, the user does not need to perform any additional operations on the screw, greatly simplifying the installation process and improving the convenience of installation and removal.

[0069] Of course, the connector 116 can also be other structures with connecting functions that can be plugged into the connecting hole 22a, such as a rivet.

[0070] In some specific embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the first housing 11 includes a first left side plate 111 and a first right side plate 112 arranged opposite to each other in the left-right direction. The upper end of the first left side plate 111 and the upper end of the first right side plate 112 both have mounting plates 117, and the top opening 11a is located between the two mounting plates 117.

[0071] Each mounting plate 117 is provided with at least one connector 116 or a connection hole 22a.

[0072] In the above technical solution, by providing mounting plates 117 at the upper ends of the first left side plate 111 and the first right side plate 112, on the one hand, the relatively sharp edges of the upper ends of the left side plate 111 and the right side plate 112 can be covered, eliminating potential safety hazards during installation. On the other hand, the contact surface between the first housing 11 and the base 22 can be increased, reducing the pressure on the first housing 11. On the other hand, the structural strength of the first housing 11 can be improved, making the connection between the first clothing processing device 10 and the second clothing processing device 20 more stable.

[0073] In addition, the thickness of the left side plate 111 and the right side plate 112 of the first housing 11 is insufficient to meet the requirements for opening the connection hole 22a or setting the connector 116, while the mounting plate 117 has a certain width and thickness, which is conducive to setting the connection hole 22a or the connector 116.

[0074] For example, the mounting plate 117 may be a mounting flange 118 formed on the upper end of the left side plate 111 and the right side plate 112. Figures 9-12 As shown, the mounting plate 117 can also be a separately molded plate.

[0075] Please refer to this again. Figure 11 and Figure 12 The upper ends of the left side plate 111 and the right side plate 112 respectively have mounting flanges 118 extending into the first housing 11. The mounting plate 117 is a separately formed plate and can be fixed to the mounting flanges 118 by the connector 116.

[0076] For example, the mounting flange 118 is provided with a threaded hole, the mounting plate 117 is provided with a threaded hole or a through hole with a smooth wall, and the connector 116 includes a screw that passes through the mounting plate 117 and is threadedly connected to the threaded hole on the mounting flange 118, thereby fixing the mounting plate 117 to the mounting flange 118.

[0077] For example, the mounting plate 117 includes a first plate portion 1171 and a second plate portion 1172. The first plate portion 1171 extends horizontally in the left-right direction, and the second plate portion 1172 extends vertically in the up-down direction. The first plate portion 1171 is located above the mounting flange 118 and is connected to the mounting flange 118.

[0078] In some specific embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 12 As shown, the first housing 11 also includes a connecting plate 115 extending in the left-right direction. The two ends of the connecting plate 115 are respectively connected to two mounting plates 117, and at least one connector 116 passes through the connecting plate 115 and the mounting plate 117. The connector 116 can connect the connecting plate 115 and the mounting plate 117, and can also connect the subsequent second garment processing device 20 to the first garment processing device 10.

[0079] Specifically, the connecting plate 115 is provided with an opening, the mounting plates 117 on the left side plate 111 and the right side plate 112 are provided with threaded holes, the connector 116 includes a screw, the connector 116 passes through the opening on the connecting plate 115 and is threadedly connected to the threaded hole on the mounting plate 117.

[0080] In the above technical solution, by setting the connecting plate 115, on the one hand, the left side plate 111 and the right side plate 112 can be connected, making the first housing 11 more integral and improving the stability of the first clothing processing device 10. On the other hand, since the connecting plate 115 has a certain width, it is convenient to install the control panel and other structures of the first clothing processing device 10, making the functions of the first clothing processing device 10 more complete.

[0081] In some specific embodiments, such as Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, at least one side wall of the base 22 of the second garment processing device 20 is provided with a groove 221 near the bottom. A connecting hole 22a is provided through the groove 221 in the vertical direction and abuts against the groove wall of the top 11a of the first housing. The groove opening 221a of the groove 221 faces the outside of the second garment processing device 20 so that the connecting hole 22a is exposed.

[0082] During installation, the installer inserts the connector 116 into the connecting hole 22a. At this time, the position of the connector 116 can be observed through the slot 221a so that the position of the connector 116 can be moved from the first hole 22a1 to the second hole 22a2.

[0083] In the above technical solution, by setting a groove 221 on the side wall of the base 22 near the bottom, it is convenient to open the connecting hole 22a that runs through the top and bottom during production. On the other hand, since the groove 221a of the groove 221 faces outward, the fitting status of the first hole 22a1 or the second hole 22a2 with the connector 116 can be clearly observed during the insertion and engagement of the connector 116 with the connecting hole 22a, making the installation and disassembly work more convenient.

[0084] In some specific embodiments, the second garment handling device 20 further includes a shield (not shown) that detachably covers the groove opening 221a of the recess.

[0085] Because the base 22 of the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 are connected, and because the base has an outward-facing groove 221, the structure of the garment processing device 100 is fragmented, affecting its appearance. In this embodiment, a shielding member can be used to cover the groove 221, which can improve the overall integrity of the garment processing device 100, making it more aesthetically pleasing and integrated.

[0086] For example, the groove 221 may be provided only at the location of the connection hole 22a, while the location where the connection hole 22a is not provided will not have the groove 221. For example, a plurality of grooves 221 are provided on one side wall of the base 22 near the bottom, each groove 221 abutting against the groove wall of the top opening 11a of the first housing 11 and having a connection hole 22a, and a blocking member is provided at the groove opening 221a of each groove 221.

[0087] For example, the groove 221 is located on one side wall of the base 22 near the bottom, and the two ends of the groove 221 extend to the front and rear sides of the base 22 respectively. The groove 221 abuts against the groove wall of the top opening 11a of the first housing 11 and is provided with a plurality of spaced connecting holes 22a. The shielding member extends in the front-back direction to cover the groove opening 221a of the groove 221, so as to shield the entire groove 221.

[0088] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the second garment handling device 20 also includes a second housing 21, which defines a second receiving cavity 21b having a bottom opening, and a base 22 and a second garment handling assembly 23 are disposed in the second receiving cavity 21b.

[0089] For example, if the second clothing handling device 20 is a drying device, then the second clothing handling component 23 may include a drying drum or similar structure. The drying drum defines a drying chamber, which has a clothing loading / unloading opening. Before the drying device operates, the user can place clothing into the drying chamber through the clothing loading / unloading opening. After the drying device finishes operating, the user can remove the clothing through the clothing loading / unloading opening.

[0090] A portion of the base 22 extends out of the second housing 21 from the bottom opening, and a groove 221 is located on the side wall of the base 22 extending out of the second housing 21 from the bottom opening, so as to expose the connection hole 22a.

[0091] In the above technical solution, by extending a portion of the base 22 outside the second housing 21, the groove 221 is exposed outside the second housing 21. Therefore, when viewed from the side, the observation will not be affected by the obstruction of the second housing 21, allowing the installer to more clearly observe the mating state of the connection hole 22a and the connector 116, thus facilitating installation.

[0092] In some specific embodiments, the second garment handling device 20 further includes a shield (not shown) that detachably covers the opening 221a of the groove 221.

[0093] The shielding member is located vertically between the first housing 11 and the second housing 21, and the side of the shielding member facing away from the groove 221 is flush with the outer surfaces of the first housing 11 and the second housing 21. Because the shielding member covers the groove 221, the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 appear more like a single unit when viewed from the side. This improves the overall appearance of the first housing 11 and the second housing 21, making the entire garment processing device 100 more aesthetically pleasing.

[0094] In some specific embodiments, the first housing 11 and the base 22 of the garment processing device 100 are also connected by a fastener (not shown in the figure), the extension direction of which is different from that of the connecting member.

[0095] Since the connector 116 and the connecting hole 22a only achieve fixation in a limited direction, the garment processing device 100 may generate strong vibrations during operation. Therefore, relying solely on the fixation of the connector 116 and the connecting hole 22a may cause the second garment processing device 20 to shift relative to the first garment processing device 10. Therefore, by using a fixing member with a different extension direction from the connector 116 to fix in other directions, the connection reliability of the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 is increased, making the garment processing device 100 safer.

[0096] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the second garment handling device 20 also includes a second housing 21, which defines a second receiving cavity 21a with a bottom opening, and a base 22 and a second garment handling assembly 23 are disposed in the second receiving cavity 21a.

[0097] Each of the first housing 11 and the second housing 21 includes a front panel and a back panel disposed opposite each other in the front-rear direction, and a left panel and a right panel disposed opposite each other in the left-right direction, wherein the left panel and the right panel are connected between the front panel and the back panel.

[0098] The upper end of the front panel of the first housing 11 protrudes from the upper ends of the corresponding back panel, left side panel and right side panel, and the base 22 is supported on the upper ends of the back panel, left side panel and right side panel of the first housing 11. The front panel of the first housing 11 at least partially covers the front side of the base 22.

[0099] For example, the first housing 11 includes four plates: a first left side plate 111 and a first right side plate 112 arranged opposite each other in the left-right direction, and a first front panel 113 and a first back panel 114 arranged opposite each other in the front-back direction. The first left side plate 111 and the first right side plate 112 are both connected between the first front panel 113 and the first back panel 114.

[0100] For example, the second housing 21 includes four plates: a second left side plate 211 and a second right side plate 212 arranged opposite each other in the left-right direction, and a second front panel 213 and a second back panel 214 arranged opposite each other in the front-back direction. The second left side plate 211 and the second right side plate 212 are both connected between the second front panel 213 and the second back panel 214.

[0101] The upper end of the first front panel 113 protrudes from the upper ends of the first back panel 114, the first left side panel 111, and the first right side panel 112. The base 22 is supported on the upper ends of the first back panel 114, the first left side panel 111, and the first right side panel 112. The first front panel 113 at least partially covers the front side of the base 22.

[0102] In the above technical solution, by setting the upper end of the first front panel 113 of the first housing 11 to protrude from the upper ends of the corresponding first back panel 114, first left side panel 111 and first right side panel 112, the first front panel 113 of the first housing 11 covers the base 22 of the second clothing processing device 20, making the first clothing processing device 10 and the second clothing processing device 20 look more like a whole and more aesthetically pleasing; on the other hand, the protruding first front panel 113 of the first housing 11 facilitates the cooperation with the second housing 21, improving the overall appearance of the clothing processing device 100.

[0103] In some specific embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, the outer surface of the front panel of the first housing 11 and the outer surface of the front panel of the second housing 21 of the garment processing equipment 100 are flush, and the upper end of the front panel of the first housing 11 and the lower end of the front panel of the second housing are close to each other.

[0104] That is, the outer surface of the first front panel 113 is flush with the outer surface of the second front panel 213, and the upper end of the first front panel 113 and the lower end of the second front panel 213 are close to each other.

[0105] When viewed from the front of the garment processing device 100, the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 appear to be a single unit, greatly enhancing the aesthetics and overall appearance.

[0106] In some specific embodiments, the garment processing device 100 further includes: a partition plate (not shown in the figure), which is disposed on the top of the left side plate and the right side plate of the first housing 11 and is lower than the front panel of the first housing 11, and the base 22 is located above the partition plate.

[0107] The partition plate can be made of a thin metal plate. By setting the partition plate, the base 22 and the first garment processing component 13 can be separated, reducing the mutual influence between the two. Since the partition plate is thin, it will not increase the overall height of the garment processing equipment 100.

[0108] Alternatively, the partition plate can avoid the connector 116 or the connection hole 22a on the first housing 11, without affecting the connection between the top of the first housing 11 and the base 22.

[0109] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figures 1 to 12 Description of a garment processing apparatus 100 according to other embodiments of the present invention.

[0110] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The clothing processing device 100 according to an embodiment of the present utility model includes: a first clothing processing device 10 and a second clothing processing device 20.

[0111] The first garment processing device 10 includes a first housing 11, a first top cover (not shown) and a first garment processing assembly 13. The first housing 11 defines a first receiving cavity 11b having a top opening 11a, and the first garment processing assembly 13 is disposed in the first receiving cavity 11b.

[0112] The second garment processing device 20 and the first top cover are optionally disposed above the first housing 11. When the second garment processing device 20 is disposed above the first housing 11, the second garment processing device 20 covers the top opening 11a and forms a structural connection with the first housing 11 to form the top opening 11a.

[0113] Specifically, if space is ample, users can choose to place the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 together horizontally, or place them in different spaces. In this case, simply place the first top cover on top of the first housing 11 to seal the top of the first housing 11. If indoor space is limited, users can choose to stack the second garment processing device 20 on top of the first garment processing device 10. Users can flexibly choose the placement method of the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20 according to the actual situation, greatly improving the user experience.

[0114] When the second garment processing device 20 is placed on top of the first garment processing device 10, during installation, the first garment processing device 10 can be placed flat on the ground first, then the second garment processing device 20 can be placed on top of the first garment processing device 10, and finally the second garment processing device 20 and the first garment processing device 10 can be connected together to form a top opening 11a. When disassembly is required, simply disconnect the first garment processing device 10 from the second garment processing device 20. This greatly simplifies the installation and disassembly steps, allowing users to perform the installation and disassembly operations and improving the user experience.

[0115] According to the clothing processing device of this utility model embodiment, the user can flexibly choose the placement method of the first clothing processing device 10 and the second clothing processing device 20 according to the actual situation, which greatly improves the user experience. When the second clothing processing device 20 is stacked on top of the first clothing processing device 10, the second clothing processing device 20 and the first housing 11 form a top opening 11a structure connection. Compared with the technical solution of using a stacking bracket to connect the first clothing processing device and the second clothing processing device in the related technology, the stacking bracket is eliminated. On the one hand, it can reduce the number of parts of the clothing processing device 100 and reduce the cost. On the other hand, during installation, there is no need for the stacking bracket to be installed separately with the first clothing processing device and the second clothing processing device. It is only necessary to connect the second clothing processing device 20 and the first housing 11 to form a top opening 11a structure connection, which simplifies the installation steps. Moreover, it is more convenient to operate when disassembly and maintenance are required later.

[0116] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the second garment processing device 20 is a drying device, and includes a base 22 and a second garment processing component 23. The base 22 has an air duct 22b, and the second garment processing component has a drying chamber 24, which is connected to the air duct 22b. When the second garment processing device 20 is working, the air in the air duct 22b and the air in the drying chamber 24 circulate, which can air-dry or tumble-dry the clothes in the drying chamber 24.

[0117] For example, a heating element, such as an electric heating element, or the evaporator and condenser of a heat pump system, can be installed inside the air duct 22b. In a configuration where the heating element includes the evaporator and condenser of the heat pump system, the compressor of the heat pump system can be mounted on the base, and the compressor is located outside the air duct 22b.

[0118] The base 22 is located below the second garment processing assembly 23. With the second garment processing device 20 located above the first housing 11, the base 22 covers the top opening 11a and forms a top opening structure with the first housing 21.

[0119] When the second garment processing device 20 is stacked with the first garment processing device 10, the base 22 can cover the top opening 11a, acting as a top cover to prevent foreign objects from entering the first garment processing device 10 during operation. The base 22 can connect the first garment processing device 10 and the second garment processing device 20, eliminating the need for additional connecting structures and effectively reducing production costs. When performing maintenance on the first garment processing device 10, the second garment processing device 20 can be disassembled to provide more operating space.

[0120] In other words, the base 22 here, apart from its original function as an integrated air duct 22b, can be regarded as both the top cover of the top opening 11a of the first housing 11 and the connection structure of the first clothing processing device 10 and the second clothing processing device 20. It serves multiple purposes and effectively reduces the production cost of the clothing processing equipment 100.

[0121] In this embodiment, the specific structure and assembly / disassembly method of the second clothing processing device 20 and the first clothing processing device 10 are the same as those in the above embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0122] Other configurations and operations of the garment processing device 100 according to embodiments of the present invention are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0123] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0124] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A garment processing device (100), characterized in that, include: The first garment processing device (10) includes a first housing (11) and a first garment processing assembly (13), the first housing (11) defining a first receiving cavity (11b) having a top opening (11a), and the first garment processing assembly (13) being disposed in the first receiving cavity (11b). The second garment processing device (20) is disposed above the first housing (11). The second garment processing device (20) covers the top opening (11a) and is structurally connected to the first housing (11) to form the top opening (11a).

2. The garment processing equipment (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second garment processing device (20) is a drying device and includes a base (22) and a second garment processing component (23). The base (22) has an air duct (22b), and the second garment processing component (23) has a drying chamber (24) which is connected to the air duct (22b). The base (22) is located below the second garment processing component (23), and the base (22) covers the top opening (11a) and is structurally connected to the first housing (11) to form the top opening (11a).

3. The garment processing equipment (100) according to claim 2, characterized in that, One of the top of the first housing (11) and the bottom of the base (22) has a connector (116), and the other has a connection hole (22a), the connector (116) being inserted into the connection hole (22a).

4. The garment processing equipment (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The top of the first housing (11) has a mounting flange (118) extending into the first housing (11), and the connector (116) or the connecting hole (22a) is provided on the mounting flange (118).

5. The garment processing equipment (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connector (116) includes a connecting post (1161) and an anti-detachment part (1162). The connecting post (1161) extends in the vertical direction, and the anti-detachment part (1162) is connected to one end of the connecting post (1161). The connecting hole (22a) includes a first hole (22a1) and a second hole (22a2). The first hole (22a1) and the second hole (22a2) are arranged and connected in a first direction. In a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, the size of the first hole (22a1) is larger than the size of the anti-detachment part (1162), and the size of the second hole (22a2) is smaller than the size of the anti-detachment part (1162) but larger than the size of the connecting post (1161). With the connecting post (1161) inserted into the connecting hole (22a), the second garment processing device (20) is adapted to be installed in the first direction to the pre-installation position on the top of the first housing (11), and with the second garment processing device (20) in the pre-installation position, the connecting post (1161) engages with the second hole (22a2).

6. The garment processing device (100) according to claim 5, characterized in that, One of the first direction and the second direction is the front-back direction of the first housing (11), and the other is the left-right direction of the first housing (11).

7. The garment processing device (100) according to claim 5, characterized in that, The connector (116) includes a screw, one of which is threaded to the top of the first housing (11) and the bottom of the base (22).

8. The garment processing equipment (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first housing (11) includes a first left side plate (111) and a first right side plate (112) arranged opposite to each other in the left-right direction. The upper end of the first left side plate (111) and the upper end of the first right side plate (112) are both provided with mounting plates (117). The top opening (11a) is located between the two mounting plates (117). Each of the mounting plates (117) is provided with at least one of the connectors (116) or the connection hole (22a).

9. The garment processing apparatus (100) according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first housing (11) also includes a connecting plate (115) extending in the left-right direction. The two ends of the connecting plate (115) are respectively connected to the two mounting plates (117), and at least one of the connecting members (116) passes through the connecting plate (115) and the mounting plate (117).

10. The garment processing apparatus (100) according to any one of claims 3-9, characterized in that, At least one side wall of the base (22) is provided with a groove (221) near the bottom. The connecting hole (22a) is provided through the groove (221) in the vertical direction and abuts against the groove wall at the top of the first housing (11). The groove opening (221a) of the groove (221) faces the outside of the second clothing processing device (20) so that the connecting hole (22a) is exposed.

11. The garment processing apparatus (100) according to claim 10, characterized in that, The second garment handling device (20) also includes a shield that detachably covers the opening (221a) of the groove (221).

12. The garment processing apparatus (100) according to claim 10, characterized in that, The second garment handling device (20) further includes a second housing (21) that defines a second receiving cavity (21b) having a bottom opening (21a), wherein the base (22) and the second garment handling assembly (23) are disposed in the second receiving cavity (21b). A portion of the base (22) extends out of the second housing (21) from the bottom opening (21a), and the groove (221) is located on the side wall of the base (22) extending out of the second housing (21) from the bottom opening (21a) to expose the connection hole (22a).

13. The garment processing apparatus (100) according to claim 12, characterized in that, The second garment handling device (20) also includes a shielding member that detachably covers the opening (221a) of the groove (221). The shielding member is located between the first housing (11) and the second housing (21) in the vertical direction, and the side surface of the shielding member away from the groove (221) is flush with the outer surface of the first housing (11) and the outer surface of the second housing (21).

14. The garment processing apparatus (100) according to any one of claims 3-9, characterized in that, The first housing (11) and the base (22) are also connected by a fastener, the extension direction of which is different from that of the connector (116).

15. The garment processing apparatus (100) according to any one of claims 2-9, characterized in that, The second garment handling device (20) further includes a second housing (21) that defines a second receiving cavity (21b) having a bottom opening (21a), wherein the base (22) and the second garment handling assembly (23) are disposed in the second receiving cavity (21b). Each of the first housing (11) and the second housing (21) includes a front panel and a back panel arranged opposite each other in the front-rear direction, and a left panel and a right panel arranged opposite each other in the left-right direction, wherein the left panel and the right panel are connected between the front panel and the back panel; The upper end of the front panel of the first housing (11) protrudes from the upper ends of the corresponding back panel, left side panel and right side panel, and the base (22) is supported on the upper ends of the left side panel and right side panel of the first housing (11). The front panel of the first housing (11) at least partially covers the front side of the base (22).

16. The garment processing apparatus (100) according to claim 15, characterized in that, The outer surface of the front panel of the first housing (11) is flush with the outer surface of the front panel of the second housing (21), and the upper end of the front panel of the first housing (11) and the lower end of the front panel of the second housing (21) are close to each other.

17. The garment processing apparatus (100) according to claim 15, characterized in that, Also includes: A partition plate is disposed on the top of the left side plate and the right side plate of the first housing (11) and is lower than the front panel of the first housing (11), and the base (22) is located above the partition plate.

18. A garment processing device (100), characterized in that, include: The first garment processing device (10) includes a first housing (11), a first top cover and a first garment processing assembly (13), the first housing (11) defining a first receiving cavity (11b) having a top opening (11a) and the first garment processing assembly (13) disposed in the first receiving cavity (11b). The second garment processing device (20) and the first top cover are optionally disposed above the first housing (11). When the second garment processing device (20) is disposed above the first housing (11), the second garment processing device (20) covers the top opening (11a) and is structurally connected to the first housing (11) to form the top opening (11a).

19. The garment processing apparatus (100) according to claim 18, characterized in that, The second garment processing device (20) is a drying device and includes a base (22) and a second garment processing component (23). The base (22) has an air duct (22b), and the second garment processing component (23) has a drying chamber (24) which is connected to the air duct (22b). The base (22) is located below the second garment processing assembly (23). When the second garment processing device (20) is located above the first housing (11), the base (22) covers the top opening (11a) and forms a structural connection with the first housing (11) to form the top opening (11a).

Images