An openable cooling module with easy cleaning

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of open type convenient cleaning cooling module, and the upper end surface of middle cooler is hinged with the upper end surface of water tank by hinge;The side of connecting plate is integrally formed with lug plate, fixed assembly is installed on the both sides of water tank, hammer mother is arranged in the fixed assembly, and lug plate and fixed assembly are fixed by the lug screw through connecting plate and hammer mother connection;Connecting plate bottom is hinged with air support rod, water tank bottom is equipped with support plate, the output end of air support rod is downward and hinged with support plate.The cooling module is hinged with the upper end of water tank by middle cooler, unfasten lug screw can release fixation, air support rod provides stable support in opening process, so that middle cooler and oil cooler are turned around hinge as a whole, the operating space between water tank and cooler is greatly expanded, dust, straw chaff and other impurities accumulated in gap are completely exposed, without disassembling whole module, it can be easily cleaned.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of agricultural machinery cooling devices, specifically an openable cooling module that is easy to clean. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of agricultural machinery, the core of the tractor's heat dissipation system relies on the cooling module. In the existing technology, the cooling module usually adopts a structure that combines a water tank, an intercooler, and an oil cooler. The components are closely arranged to fit the limited installation space of the tractor. The whole is integrated through a fixed connection. The engine drives the fan to generate airflow, and the airflow passes through the gaps between the components to achieve heat exchange, thereby ensuring the normal operating temperature of the tractor engine and related systems.

[0003] However, tractors often operate in dirty environments such as fields and construction sites. Dust, straw debris, and other impurities can easily accumulate in the gaps between the water tank, intercooler, and oil cooler over long-term use, causing blockages. Due to the fixed connection design of existing cooling module components, the gaps between them are small and cannot be opened or widened, making it difficult to reach inside with hands or conventional cleaning tools to effectively remove the accumulated impurities. When the blockage worsens, it severely hinders airflow, directly causing a significant decrease in the cooling module's heat dissipation efficiency, and even leading to cooling module failure. This can result in high-temperature tractor engine failure, affecting normal tractor operation and causing significant user inconvenience and maintenance difficulties. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the technical problems existing in the background art, this utility model provides an openable cooling module that is easy to clean.

[0005] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows: An openable and easy-to-clean cooling module includes a water tank and an intercooler and an oil cooler installed on the outside of the water tank. The intercooler and the oil cooler are arranged vertically and vertically on the outside of the water tank and are fixed on both sides by connecting plates. The upper end face of the intercooler is hinged to the upper end face of the water tank by a hinge. The connecting plate has an integrally formed ear plate on its side, and the water tank has fixing components installed on both sides. The fixing components have hammer nuts inside, and the ear plate is fixed to the fixing components by connecting the connecting plate and the hammer nuts through eye bolts. A gas strut is hinged to the bottom of the connecting plate, and a support plate is installed at the bottom of the water tank. The output end of the gas strut faces downward and is hinged to the support plate.

[0006] The specific design of the fixing component is as follows: the fixing component includes a U-shaped plate fixed to the side of the water tank, and an L-shaped plate is installed on the outside of the U-shaped plate. The hammer nut is fixed between the L-shaped plate and the U-shaped plate, and the threaded holes of the L-shaped plate and the connecting plate corresponding to the hammer nut are all provided with through holes for the eye bolts to pass through.

[0007] To improve the fixing effect, the height of the connecting plate and fixing components is higher than that of the oil cooler.

[0008] The support plate is specifically designed as follows: the support plate is L-shaped, with one end fixed to the outer surface of the water tank, and the other end extending away from the water tank and hinged to the output end of the gas strut.

[0009] To facilitate the separation of the intercooler and oil cooler around the hinge point, hand levers are installed on both sides of the oil cooler by fasteners, and these levers are U-shaped with their openings facing the oil cooler.

[0010] To save effort in pulling the intercooler and oil cooler apart, the lever is positioned below the horizontal centerline of the intercooler.

[0011] To improve the dust and impurity prevention effect on the intercooler and oil cooler, dustproof mesh assemblies are installed on the outside of the intercooler and oil cooler.

[0012] The dustproof net assembly is specifically designed as follows: the dustproof net assembly includes a frame-shaped hanging bracket, with a dustproof net in the middle of the hanging bracket, a hanging ring at the upper end of the dustproof net, and a hanging nose at the upper end of the intercooler for hanging the hanging ring.

[0013] To improve the fixing effect of the dustproof net, hanging springs are provided at the lower ends of both sides of the bracket, and hooks for attaching the hanging springs are provided at the lower end of the oil cooler.

[0014] To further ensure the fixation effect of the dustproof net assembly, two sets of hanging rings and hanging springs are provided, and they are symmetrical with respect to the vertical center line of the hanging frame.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model is an openable cooling module that is easy to clean. Compared with the defects of traditional cooling modules, which have narrow gaps due to the tight fixing of components, making it impossible to reach in for cleaning by hand or tools, thus causing blockage and heat dissipation failure, this cooling module is hinged to the upper end of the water tank via the intercooler. The fixing can be released by loosening the lifting eye screw. The gas strut provides stable support during the opening process, allowing the intercooler and oil cooler to rotate around the hinge as a whole, greatly expanding the operating space between the water tank and the cooler. This allows the dust, straw fragments and other impurities accumulated in the gap to be fully exposed, and can be easily cleaned without disassembling the entire module. This completely solves the problem of difficult cleaning in traditional designs, avoids engine high temperature failure caused by blockage, and ensures continuous and stable operation of the tractor. The auxiliary support design of the gas strut not only saves effort, but also prevents the cooler components from suddenly falling back during the opening process, improving the safety of maintenance operations. In addition, the dustproof net assembly adapted to the outside of the cooling module can be quickly installed and removed through the hanging ring and hanging spring, which can block impurities from entering the gap from the source and reduce the frequency of cleaning. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The advantages and solutions of this application will become clear to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this invention.

[0017] In the attached diagram: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the cooling module; Figure 2 This is a magnified view of point A; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the fixed components (L-shaped plate and eye bolts not installed). Figure 4 Side view of the cooling module; Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view along direction A (the cross-sectional view is offset by a certain angle for ease of illustration). The components represented by the various reference numerals in the diagram are: 1. Water tank; 2. Intercooler; 3. Oil cooler; 4. Connecting plate; 5. Hinge; 6. Ear plate; 7. Fixing assembly; 71. Hammer nut; 72. Eye bolt; 73. U-shaped plate; 74. L-shaped plate; 75. Through hole; 8. Gas strut; 9. Support plate; 10. Hand lever; 11. Hanging bracket; 12. Dustproof net; 13. Hanging ring; 14. Hanging lug; 15. Hanging spring; 16. Hook and ring. Detailed Implementation

[0018] Exemplary embodiments of this disclosure will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0019] Example This embodiment provides an openable cooling module that is easy to clean. See [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 1 This design aims to solve the problem of difficult cleaning caused by the fixed connection and clogged gaps of traditional cooling modules. Through an integrated structure that can be flipped open, gas-supported auxiliary support, and a convenient dustproof net 12, it achieves full exposure and efficient cleaning of the gaps in the cooling module. It is suitable for the harsh operating environment of agricultural machinery such as tractors and ensures the long-term stable operation of the heat dissipation system. Specifically, the cooling module is based on the water tank 1 as the mounting carrier. The water tank 1 adopts the structure of a traditional agricultural machinery-specific heat dissipation water tank 1. Intercoolers 2 and oil coolers 3 are arranged at intervals on the outside. Both are standard specification components adapted to the tractor power system. The vertical arrangement makes full use of the installation space and leaves room for subsequent opening and cleaning. The intercooler 2 and the oil cooler 3 are fixed on both sides by rectangular connecting plates 4 to form an integrated cooling assembly, ensuring a stable connection between the two and preventing relative displacement due to vibration during operation. The upper end of the intercooler 2 is hinged to the upper end of the water tank 1 by a hinge 5, allowing the entire cooling assembly to be flipped upward around the hinge 5, thereby exposing the gap between the intercooler 2, the oil cooler 3 and the water tank 1, solving the problem of insufficient cleaning space in traditional fixed structures.

[0020] To ensure reliable fixing of the cooling components to water tank 1, combined with Figure 2 and Figure 3 The connecting plate 4 has an integrally formed ear plate 6 on its side. The ear plate 6 is a rectangular metal plate with through holes 75. Fixing components 7 are installed on corresponding positions on both sides of the water tank 1. The fixing components 7 include a U-shaped plate 73 fixed to the side of the water tank 1, and an L-shaped plate 74 is bolted to its outer side. A hammer nut 71, a cylindrical metal block with an internal threaded hole, is clamped and fixed between the L-shaped plate 74 and the U-shaped plate 73. Through holes 75 are provided on both the L-shaped plate 74 and the ear plate 6 corresponding to the threaded holes of the hammer nut 71. During assembly, eye bolts 72 are threaded through the through holes 75 of the ear plate 6 and the L-shaped plate 74, and then threaded onto the hammer nut 71, firmly locking the ear plate 6 to the fixing components 7, thus fixing the cooling components to the water tank 1. Unscrewing the eye bolts 72 releases the fixation, making the operation convenient. It is worth noting that the connecting plate 4 and the fixing components 7 are designed to be higher than the oil cooler 3 to avoid interference with the installation and heat dissipation of the oil cooler 3.

[0021] To reduce the operational effort required when flipping the cooling component, a gas strut 8 is hinged to the bottom of the connecting plate 4. The gas strut 8 is a hydraulic gas strut, providing support and cushioning. An L-shaped support plate 9 is welded to the corresponding position at the bottom of the water tank 1. One end of the support plate 9 is fixed to the outside of the water tank 1, and the other end extends horizontally away from the water tank 1. The output end of the gas strut 8 is hinged downwards to the extended end of the support plate 9. When the cooling component is released from its fixed position, the gas strut 8 provides upward support during the flipping process, allowing the operator to easily flip the cooling component to the appropriate angle without strenuous lifting. After flipping, the gas strut 8 can maintain its current state without the need for additional support components, freeing the operator's hands for cleaning operations.

[0022] To further enhance ease of operation, U-shaped hand levers 10 are installed on both sides of the oil cooler 3 using fasteners. The fasteners can be bolts and nuts. The hand levers 10 are made of round steel bent with an anti-slip surface. Their openings face the oil cooler 3 and are installed below the horizontal centerline of the intercooler 2. This does not affect the overall structure of the cooling components and allows operators to easily grip and apply force, providing a reliable point of force when flipping or resetting the cooling components.

[0023] To reduce the entry of impurities into the gaps, combined with Figure 4 and Figure 5 Dustproof net assemblies are installed on the outer sides of the intercooler 2 and oil cooler 3. These assemblies are supported by a frame-shaped hanger 11, with a high-density dustproof net 12 fixedly installed in the center. The dustproof net 12 is made of nylon woven mesh with a mesh size of 0.8mm, effectively blocking dust, straw fragments, and other impurities without affecting airflow. Two sets of hanging rings 13 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the upper end of the dustproof net 12. The hanging rings 13 are closed metal rings. Two sets of upward-opening hanging noses 14 are welded to the corresponding positions on the upper end of the intercooler 2. The hanging rings 13 can be directly attached to the hanging noses 14, achieving upper positioning of the dustproof net assembly. Two sets of hanging springs 15 are symmetrically arranged at the lower ends of both sides of the hanging bracket 11. The hanging springs 15 are elastic metal hooks. Two sets of hook rings 16 are arranged at the corresponding positions at the lower end of the oil cooler 3. The hanging springs 15 can be hooked on the hook rings 16 to complete the lower end fixation of the dustproof net assembly. The entire dustproof net assembly can be quickly disassembled and assembled through the cooperation of the hanging rings 13 and the hanging springs 15, which is convenient for individual cleaning or replacement.

[0024] When cleaning is required, first remove the dust filter assembly. Pinch the hanging spring 15 and release it from the hook 16. Then lift the hanging bracket 11 upwards to release the hanging ring 13 from the hanging nose 14. The dust filter assembly can then be removed for separate cleaning. Next, unscrew the eye bolts 72 on both sides to release the cooling assembly. Hold the pull rods 10 on both sides of the oil cooler 3 and flip the cooling assembly upwards. The gas strut 8 will extend simultaneously and provide support. When the cooling assembly is flipped to an angle of 60-90° with the water tank 1, the gas strut 8 will be locked. At this time, the gaps between the intercooler 2 and the water tank 1, and between the oil cooler 3 and the intercooler 2, will be fully exposed. Operators can use tools such as brushes and high-pressure air guns to penetrate into the gaps and thoroughly clean the accumulated impurities. After cleaning, hold the pull rods 10 and slowly flip the cooling assembly downwards. The gas strut 8 will retract and buffer until the cooling assembly is reset. Then, fix the ear plate 6 to the fixing assembly 7 with the eye bolts 72. Finally, reattach the cleaned dust filter assembly to complete the entire cleaning process.

Claims

1. An openable and easy-to-clean cooling module, comprising a water tank (1) and an intercooler (2) and an oil cooler (3) installed outside the water tank (1), characterized in that, The intercooler (2) and the oil cooler (3) are arranged vertically and horizontally on the outside of the water tank (1), and are fixed on both sides by connecting plates (4). The upper end face of the intercooler (2) is hinged to the upper end face of the water tank (1) by hinges (5). The connecting plate (4) has an ear plate (6) integrally formed on the side. The water tank (1) has fixing components (7) installed on both sides. The fixing components (7) have a hammer nut (71) inside. The ear plate (6) is fixed to the fixing components (7) by connecting the connecting plate (4) and the hammer nut (71) through the eye bolt (72). The bottom of the connecting plate (4) is hinged with a gas strut (8), and the bottom of the water tank (1) is equipped with a support plate (9). The output end of the gas strut (8) faces downward and is hinged to the support plate (9).

2. The openable and easy-to-clean cooling module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing component (7) includes a U-shaped plate (73) fixed to the side of the water tank (1), and an L-shaped plate (74) is installed on the outside of the U-shaped plate (73). The hammer nut (71) is fixed between the L-shaped plate (74) and the U-shaped plate (73), and the threaded holes of the L-shaped plate (74) and the connecting plate (4) corresponding to the hammer nut (71) are all provided with through holes (75) for the eye bolt (72) to pass through.

3. The openable and easy-to-clean cooling module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The height of the connecting plate (4) and the fixing component (7) is higher than that of the oil cooler (3).

4. The openable and easy-to-clean cooling module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support plate (9) is L-shaped, with one end fixed to the outer surface of the water tank (1) and the other end extending away from the water tank (1) and hinged to the output end of the air strut (8).

5. The openable and easy-to-clean cooling module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The oil cooler (3) has hand levers (10) installed on both sides by fasteners, and the levers are U-shaped with the opening facing the oil cooler (3).

6. The openable and easy-to-clean cooling module according to claim 5, characterized in that, The hand lever (10) is located below the horizontal centerline of the intercooler (2).

7. The openable and easy-to-clean cooling module according to claim 1, characterized in that, Dustproof mesh assemblies are provided on the outside of the intercooler (2) and the oil cooler (3).

8. The openable and easy-to-clean cooling module according to claim 7, characterized in that, The dustproof net assembly includes a frame-shaped hanging bracket (11), and a dustproof net (12) is provided in the middle of the hanging bracket (11). A hanging ring (13) is provided at the upper end of the dustproof net (12), and a hanging nose (14) for hanging the hanging ring (13) is provided at the upper end of the intercooler (2).

9. A retractable and easy-to-clean cooling module according to claim 8, characterized in that, The lower ends of both sides of the hanging frame (11) are provided with hanging springs (15), and the lower end of the oil cooler (3) is provided with hooks (16) for hanging the hanging springs (15).

10. A retractable and easy-to-clean cooling module according to claim 9, characterized in that, The hanging ring (13) and the hanging spring (15) are each provided in two sets, and are respectively symmetrical with respect to the vertical center line of the hanging frame (11).

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