Cleaning appliance

Abstract

The application specifically relates to the technical field of household appliances, and particularly relates to a cleaning appliance, which comprises an operation main body, a function box, a locking assembly, a locking groove, an elastic locking tongue and a prompt element matched with each other; when the function box is assembled to a mounting position, the prompt element is at a first position; when the function box is not assembled to the mounting position, the prompt element is at a second position. In the scheme, the locking assembly is arranged, the prompt element is at the first position when the elastic locking tongue is inserted into the locking groove, that is, the function box is assembled to the position, and the prompt element is at the second position when the elastic locking tongue is not inserted into the locking groove, that is, the function box is not assembled to the position. Therefore, a user can directly judge the assembly state through the position of the prompt element, the intuitive feedback of the assembly state of the function box is realized, the use risk caused by no feedback is solved from the root, the problems of loosening and falling caused by the assembly out of position are avoided, and the use reliability and user experience of the cleaning appliance are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of household appliance technology, specifically to a cleaning appliance. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, household cleaning appliances are widely used in homes. Some household cleaning appliances, such as mops, floor scrubbers, and vacuum cleaners, usually have functional boxes, such as wastewater tanks, clean water tanks, or garbage cans, that can be detachably installed on the main operating body, such as the handle or the body, to facilitate cleaning and maintenance.

[0003] Function boxes are typically detachably connected to the operating body via locking mechanisms such as snap-fit ​​or threaded connections. Therefore, when assembling function boxes and operating bodies, the operator's experience is required to determine whether the installation is in place.

[0004] However, the current locking structure does not allow users to intuitively understand whether the assembly is in place, making it easy for the functional box to be over-tightened or over-loosened. Therefore, the current locking structure lacks an intuitive assembly status feedback mechanism. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, this application provides a cleaning appliance to solve the technical problem that the locking structure of existing cleaning appliances lacks an intuitive assembly status feedback mechanism.

[0006] In a first aspect, this application provides a cleaning appliance, which includes: The main operating unit is equipped with an installation location; The functional box is detachably mounted on the installation position; The locking assembly includes a locking groove, a resilient locking tongue, and a warning element that cooperate with each other; the locking groove is located on one of the operating body and the function box, and the resilient locking tongue is located on the other of the operating body and the function box; the warning element is located on one of the locking groove and the resilient locking tongue. When the function box is assembled into the mounting position, the resilient bolt is inserted into the lock groove, and the indicator moves to the first position under the action of the resilient bolt; when the function box is not assembled into the mounting position, the resilient bolt is not inserted into the lock groove, and the indicator moves to the second position.

[0007] Beneficial Effects: Currently, the lack of assembly status feedback leads to the easy loosening and detachment of the functional box. This solution addresses this by incorporating a locking component, allowing users to determine proper assembly by observing the position of a warning indicator. For example, when the spring-loaded latch is inserted into the lock slot, indicating proper assembly, the indicator is in the first position; when the latch is not inserted, indicating incomplete assembly, the indicator is in the second position. Therefore, users can directly judge the assembly status through the indicator's position, providing intuitive feedback and fundamentally solving the usage risks caused by the lack of feedback. This prevents loosening and detachment due to improper assembly, improving the reliability of cleaning appliances and enhancing the user experience.

[0008] Furthermore, compared to providing prompts through electronic devices, such as sound or light alerts, purely mechanical structures are less prone to damage and can reduce the number of electronic components required. To a certain extent, there is no need to allocate additional space in the main operating unit or function box, which can reduce the overall size of the cleaning appliance and make it easier for users to use.

[0009] In one optional embodiment, the indicator is disposed on the resilient latch and is kinetically connected to the resilient latch; when the function box is assembled into the mounting position, the resilient latch is inserted into the lock groove, and the indicator moves to the first position under the action of the resilient latch; when the function box is not assembled into the mounting position, the resilient latch is not inserted into the lock groove, and the indicator moves to the second position under the action of the resilient latch.

[0010] Beneficial effects: In this embodiment, the indicator is mounted on the elastic latch and connected to it via a transmission mechanism, allowing the movement of the elastic latch to directly move the indicator. This direct transmission method eliminates the need for additional intermediate components, simplifies the transmission structure, avoids delays or deviations that may occur with indirect transmission, and ensures that the positional changes of the indicator precisely correspond to the specific state of the elastic latch. This guarantees that the user can correctly obtain feedback information on the assembly status and further reduces the risk of misoperation.

[0011] In one alternative implementation, the locking groove is provided on the operating body, and the resilient locking tongue is provided on the function box.

[0012] Beneficial effects: In this embodiment, the lock groove is located on the operating body and the elastic locking tongue is located in the function box, which meets the usage requirements of frequent disassembly and reassembly of the function box. In actual use, the elastic locking tongue moves with the function box. During assembly, simply aligning the function box with the mounting position will allow the elastic locking tongue to naturally align with the lock groove on the operating body, simplifying the assembly operation and eliminating the need for additional alignment steps. Simultaneously, fixing the lock groove to the operating body avoids frequent wear caused by disassembly of the function box, improving the durability of the structure and thus extending its service life.

[0013] In one alternative implementation, the locking assembly further includes: A rack and pinion, connected to a resilient locking tongue; The gear is rotatably mounted on the function box; and the gear meshes with the rack and pinion, and the gear is connected to the indicator. When the elastic locking tongue moves, it drives the indicator to switch between the first and second positions via a rack and gear.

[0014] Beneficial effects: In this embodiment, the elastic locking tongue drives a gear via a rack and pinion, which in turn drives the indicator to switch positions. Because rack and pinion transmission is smooth and highly precise, it allows the indicator's movement to closely follow the elastic locking tongue's motion, ensuring the accuracy of the indicator's position switching. Simultaneously, this mechanical transmission eliminates the need for additional sensors or electronic components, avoiding the risk of electronic component failure in humid and clean environments, while also reducing production and maintenance costs and improving product durability.

[0015] In one optional embodiment, the prompting element is provided with a toggle part. When an external force is applied to the toggle part, the toggle part causes the prompting element to switch between a first position and a second position, and then causes the elastic locking tongue to switch between being inserted into the locking groove and being disengaged from the locking groove.

[0016] Beneficial effects: This embodiment adds a toggle mechanism to the indicator, allowing users to manually operate the toggle to switch the position of the elastic latch, thus assembling the function box and the main operating unit. Therefore, the toggle serves both as part of the indicator, providing feedback on the assembly status through position changes, and as a direct unlocking component. This eliminates the need for users to locate the unlocking mechanism; simply operating the toggle simplifies the unlocking process and improves efficiency.

[0017] In one alternative embodiment, when the prompting element is in the first position, the extending directions of the prompting element and the toggle part are parallel to the surface of the function box; when the prompting element is in the second position, the extending directions of the prompting element and the toggle part form an angle with the surface of the function box.

[0018] Beneficial effects: In this embodiment, the indicator is parallel to the surface of the functional box at the first position and forms an angle with the surface of the functional box at the second position. That is, when assembled correctly, the indicator is flush with the box body, with no visual protrusion and no tactile obstruction, allowing the user to intuitively obtain feedback information on the assembly status and further reducing the risk of misoperation. At the same time, when not assembled correctly, the indicator protrudes and forms an angle, making the difference visually obvious and allowing the user to directly perceive the protrusion tactilely. This dual feedback mechanism allows the user to quickly judge the assembly status without careful observation, which is especially suitable for fast operation scenarios during cleaning.

[0019] In one alternative embodiment, the function box is provided with a toggle slot, which accommodates a prompting element and a toggle part. When the prompting element is in the first position, the extending direction of the prompting element and the toggle part is parallel to the surface of the function box, so that both the prompting element and the toggle part are located in the toggle groove; When the prompting element is in the second position, the extending direction of the prompting element and the toggle part forms an angle with the surface of the function box, causing a portion of the prompting element and the toggle part to protrude from the toggle groove.

[0020] Beneficial effects: This embodiment, by setting a toggle groove, can accommodate the prompting element and the toggle part when fully assembled, preventing the protruding parts of the prompting element and the toggle part from bumping, snagging, or accidentally activating them for the user. It also prevents the protruding parts of the prompting element and the toggle part from being broken, thus providing a certain degree of protection for them. When not fully assembled, only part of the prompting element and the toggle part protrudes, ensuring clear feedback while reducing the direct impact of external forces on the prompting element and the toggle part, preventing damage to the transmission structure, extending the service life of the overall structure, and maintaining the clean appearance of the functional box.

[0021] In one optional embodiment, the mounting position has a guide groove inside, and the function box has a guide rib suitable for insertion into the guide groove on the outside; when the function box is assembled into the mounting position, the guide rib is inserted into the guide groove.

[0022] Beneficial effects: In this embodiment, by setting guide grooves and guide ribs, the guide ribs can be inserted into the guide grooves during assembly, forcing the functional box to be installed along a fixed trajectory. This ensures precise alignment between the elastic locking tongue and the locking groove, preventing the elastic locking tongue from failing to insert into the locking groove due to assembly deviations. This improves the assembly success rate and efficiency, reduces structural wear caused by alignment deviations, and further guarantees the locking effect.

[0023] In one optional embodiment, the outer edge of the functional box is provided with a receiving groove in the circumferential direction, and the mounting position is provided with a surrounding edge in the circumferential direction; when the functional box is assembled into the mounting position, the surrounding edge is embedded into the receiving groove.

[0024] Beneficial effects: In this embodiment, by providing a receiving groove and a surrounding edge, the surrounding edge can be embedded into the receiving groove during assembly, fixing the functional box circumferentially. This, combined with the single-point locking of the elastic locking tongue, forms a double-fixing structure, effectively reducing the shaking of the functional box caused by vibration during the use of the cleaning appliance. Simultaneously, the circumferential fit seals the gap between the functional box and the mounting position. Especially for functional boxes containing liquids, such as sewage tanks, this reduces the risk of sewage leakage due to tank detachment, improving product safety.

[0025] In one alternative implementation, the cleaning appliance is a floor scrubber, the main operating component is the machine body, and the functional box is a wastewater tank. Attached Figure Description To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the specific embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cleaning appliance in the embodiments of this application; Figure 2 This is a comparison diagram showing whether the functional box is installed correctly in the embodiments of this application; Figure 3 for Figure 2 The enlarged sectional view shown in part A; Figure 4 for Figure 2 The enlarged cross-sectional view shown in another direction of part A; Figure 5 for Figure 2 The enlarged sectional view shown in part B; Figure 6 This is an explosion diagram of the cleaning equipment in the embodiments of this application; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the installation position in an embodiment of this application; Figure 8 for Figure 6 The enlarged view shown in section C; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the locking tongue and the rack in an embodiment of this application; Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection of the prompting element, gear, and actuating part in an embodiment of this application.

[0027] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 10. Main operating unit; 11. Installation position; 12. Surrounding edge; 20. Functional box; 21. Actuating groove; 22. Guide rib; 23. Receiving groove; 30. Locking assembly; 31. Lock groove; 32. Resilient locking tongue; 321. Spring component; 322. Locking tongue; 33. Indicator component; 34. Rack; 35. Gear; 36. Actuating part. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, 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, 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.

[0029] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "inner," "upper," "outer," "lower," "underneath," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0030] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "communication" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed communication, detachable communication, or integral communication; they can refer to mechanical communication or electrical communication; they can refer to direct connection or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to communication within two components; and they can refer to wireless communication or wired communication. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0031] Currently, household cleaning appliances are widely used in homes. Some household cleaning appliances, such as mops, floor scrubbers, and vacuum cleaners, typically have detachable functional boxes 20, such as wastewater tanks, clean water tanks, or garbage bins, installed on the main operating body 10 (e.g., handles, body) for easy cleaning and maintenance. The functional box 20 is usually detachably connected to the main operating body 10 via a snap-fit ​​or threaded locking mechanism. Therefore, assembling the functional box 20 to the main operating body 10 requires the operator's experience to determine if it is properly installed. However, current locking mechanisms do not allow users to visually determine if the assembly is correct, making it easy for the functional box 20 to be overtightened or overly loosened. Therefore, current locking mechanisms lack a clear feedback mechanism for assembly status.

[0032] In view of this, this application provides a cleaning appliance to solve the technical problem that the locking structure of existing cleaning appliances lacks an intuitive assembly status feedback mechanism.

[0033] The following is combined Figures 1 to 10 This describes an embodiment of the present application.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 10 As shown in the embodiments of this application, in one aspect, this application provides a cleaning appliance, which includes an operating body 10, a function box 20, and a locking assembly 30.

[0035] Specifically, in this embodiment, the operating body 10 is provided with a mounting position 11, and the function box 20 is detachably mounted on the mounting position 11. The operating body 10 and the function box 20 can be changed according to the actual type of cleaning appliance. For example, when the cleaning appliance is a self-cleaning mop, the operating body 10 can be the handle of the self-cleaning mop, and the function box 20 can be a water tank that provides cleaning water to the self-cleaning mop. When the cleaning appliance is a floor scrubber, the operating body 10 can be the body of the floor scrubber, and the function box 20 can be the wastewater tank of the floor scrubber. When the cleaning appliance is a vacuum cleaner, the operating body 10 can be the body of the vacuum cleaner, and the function box 20 can be the dustbin of the vacuum cleaner.

[0036] Of course, this embodiment is merely an example of the actual type of cleaning appliance, but it is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes according to the actual situation, as long as the same technical effect can be achieved.

[0037] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the locking assembly 30 is provided with a locking groove 31, a resilient locking tongue 32, and a prompting element 33 that cooperate with each other. The locking groove 31 is provided on one of the operating body 10 and the function box 20, and the resilient locking tongue 32 is provided on the other of the operating body 10 and the function box 20. The prompting element 33 is provided on one of the locking groove 31 and the resilient locking tongue 32.

[0038] In other words, the elastic locking tongue 32 is composed of a spring element 321 and a locking tongue 322. The spring element 321 is connected to the locking tongue 322. Under the action of external force, the locking tongue 322 can compress the spring element 321. When the external force disappears, the spring element 321 can release its elastic force to reset the locking tongue 322. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the locking groove 31 can be set on the operating body 10 and the elastic locking tongue 32 can be set on the function box 20, or the locking groove 31 can be set on the function box 20 and the elastic locking tongue 32 can be set on the operating body 10.

[0039] Furthermore, in this embodiment, when the function box 20 is assembled onto the mounting position 11, the elastic locking tongue 32 is inserted into the locking groove 31, and the prompting element 33 moves to the first position under the action of the elastic locking tongue 32; when the function box 20 is not assembled onto the mounting position 11, the elastic locking tongue 32 is not inserted into the locking groove 31, and the prompting element 33 moves to the second position.

[0040] The indicator 33 can be located on the lock slot 31 or the resilient latch 32, as long as the indicator 33 can switch positions when the resilient latch 32 is fully inserted into the lock slot 31. Of course, the indicator 33 needs to be exposed outside the operating body 10 and the function box 20 so that the user can see it normally.

[0041] For example, the indicator 33 can be set at the end of the lock groove 31. The elastic locking tongue 32 will only abut against the indicator 33 when it is fully inserted into the lock groove 31, thereby pushing the indicator 33 out of the lock groove 31 and exposing it to the surface of the function box 20 or the operating body 10.

[0042] Of course, this embodiment is merely an example of how the prompt element 33 is set, but it does not limit the scope of the invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes according to the actual situation, as long as the same technical effect can be achieved.

[0043] This current setup, lacking assembly status feedback, makes the function box 20 prone to loosening and detachment. However, this solution addresses this by incorporating a locking component 30, allowing users to determine the proper assembly of the function box 20 by observing the positional changes of the indicator 33. For example, when the elastic locking tongue 32 is inserted into the locking groove 31, indicating proper assembly, the indicator 33 is in its first position; when the elastic locking tongue 32 is not inserted into the locking groove 31, indicating incomplete assembly, the indicator 33 is in its second position. Therefore, users can directly judge the assembly status through the position of the indicator 33, providing intuitive feedback on the assembly status of the function box 20. This fundamentally solves the usage risks caused by the lack of feedback, preventing loosening and detachment due to improper assembly, and improving the reliability of the cleaning appliance and the user experience.

[0044] Furthermore, compared to providing prompts through electronic devices, such as sound or light alerts, purely mechanical structures are less prone to damage and can reduce the number of electronic components used. To a certain extent, there is no need to set up additional space in the main operating unit 10 or the function box 20, which can reduce the overall size of the cleaning appliance and make it easier for users to use.

[0045] Meanwhile, during use, users will clean the main operating unit 10 and the function box 20. Therefore, for electronic prompts, waterproof components need to be installed inside the main operating unit 10 and the function box 20. These waterproof components will occupy some space in the main operating unit 10 and the function box 20. Furthermore, when manufacturing the overall shell of the main operating unit 10 and the function box 20, an additional sealed cavity for installing the waterproof components needs to be created. This results in a larger overall size and higher cost for the cleaning device, which is detrimental to market competitiveness. In contrast, this solution is a purely mechanical structure that does not require additional waterproofing and has a more compact overall size, which is beneficial for user use and enhances market competitiveness.

[0046] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the indicator 33 is disposed on the resilient latch 32 and is kinetically connected to the resilient latch 32. When the function box 20 is assembled onto the mounting position 11, the resilient latch 32 is inserted into the lock groove 31, and the indicator 33 moves to a first position under the action of the resilient latch 32. When the function box 20 is not assembled onto the mounting position 11, the resilient latch 32 is not inserted into the lock groove 31, and the indicator 33 moves to a second position under the action of the resilient latch 32.

[0047] Specifically, in actual operation, when the function box 20 is completely detached from the operating body 10, the elastic latch 32 is in its original position, the spring 321 is not compressed, and the indicator 33 is also in its original position, i.e., the first position. When the user installs the function box 20 onto the operating body 10, as the function box 20 contacts the operating body 10, the elastic latch 32 gradually contacts the outer wall of the lock groove 31. At this time, the spring 321 is compressed, and the latch 322 moves along with the spring 321, thereby moving the indicator 33 to the second position. When installed in place, the space of the lock groove 31 can accommodate the latch 322, so the spring 321 returns to its original length from compression, the latch 322 resets, and is fully embedded in the lock groove 31, while also moving the indicator 33 back to the first position.

[0048] In this embodiment, the indicator 33 is mounted on the elastic latch 32 and connected to it via a transmission mechanism, allowing the movement of the elastic latch 32 to directly move the indicator 33. This direct transmission method eliminates the need for additional intermediate components, simplifies the transmission structure, avoids delays or deviations that may occur with indirect transmission, and ensures that the positional changes of the indicator 33 precisely correspond to the specific state of the elastic latch 32. This guarantees that the user can correctly obtain feedback information on the assembly status and further reduces the risk of misoperation.

[0049] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the locking groove 31 is provided on the operating body 10, and the elastic locking tongue 32 is provided on the function box 20.

[0050] In this embodiment, the locking groove 31 is located on the operating body 10, and the elastic locking tongue 32 is located on the function box 20, which meets the usage requirements of frequent disassembly and reassembly of the function box 20. During actual use, the elastic locking tongue 32 moves with the function box 20. During assembly, simply aligning the function box 20 with the mounting position 11 will allow the elastic locking tongue 32 to naturally align with the locking groove 31 of the operating body 10, simplifying the assembly process and eliminating the need for additional alignment steps. Simultaneously, fixing the locking groove 31 to the operating body 10 avoids frequent wear caused by disassembly of the function box 20, improving the durability of the structure and extending its service life.

[0051] Furthermore, in an alternative embodiment, the locking assembly 30 further includes a rack 34 and a gear 35.

[0052] Specifically, the rack 34 is connected to the elastic locking tongue 32, the gear 35 is rotatably mounted on the function box 20, and the gear 35 meshes with the rack 34, and the gear 35 is connected to the indicator 33.

[0053] When the resilient locking tongue 32 is in motion, it drives the indicator 33 to switch between the first and second positions via the rack 34 and gear 35. In other words, when the resilient locking tongue 32 is in motion, it drives the rack 34 to move, which in turn drives the gear 35 to rotate. Finally, the gear 35 drives the indicator 33 to switch between the first and second positions.

[0054] In this configuration, the elastic locking tongue 32 drives the gear 35 via the rack 34, which in turn drives the indicator 33 to switch positions. Because the gear 35 and rack 34 transmission is smooth and highly precise, the movement of the indicator 33 closely follows the movement of the elastic locking tongue 32, ensuring the accuracy of the indicator 33's position switching. Simultaneously, this mechanical transmission eliminates the need for additional sensors or electronic components, avoiding the risk of electronic component failure in humid and clean environments, while also reducing production and maintenance costs and improving product durability.

[0055] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the prompting element 33 is provided with a toggle part 36. When an external force is applied to the toggle part 36, the toggle part 36 drives the prompting element 33 to switch between a first position and a second position, and then drives the elastic locking tongue 32 to switch between being inserted into the locking groove 31 and being disengaged from the locking groove 31.

[0056] In other words, the toggle part 36 can not only enhance the prompting effect of the prompting element 33, but also make it convenient for the user to operate the toggle part 36 by hand to change the state of the elastic locking tongue 32 in the locking groove 31, so that the function box 20 and the operating body 10 can be disengaged.

[0057] With this configuration, this embodiment adds a toggle part 36 to the indicator 33. During actual use, the user can manually operate the toggle part 36 to switch the position of the elastic locking tongue 32, thereby assembling the function box 20 and the operating body 10. Therefore, the toggle part 36 serves both as part of the indicator 33, providing feedback on the assembly status through position changes, and as a direct unlocking component. This eliminates the need for the user to search for an additional unlocking mechanism; simply operating the toggle part 36 completes the unlocking process, simplifying the judgment and unlocking procedures and improving efficiency.

[0058] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, when the prompting element 33 is in the first position, the extending directions of the prompting element 33 and the toggle part 36 are parallel to the surface of the function box 20. When the prompting element 33 is in the second position, the extending directions of the prompting element 33 and the toggle part 36 form an angle with the surface of the function box 20.

[0059] In this configuration, in this embodiment, the indicator 33 is parallel to the surface of the function box 20 at the first position and forms an angle with the surface of the function box 20 at the second position. That is, when assembled correctly, the indicator 33 is flush with the box body, visually without protrusion and tactilely without obstruction, allowing the user to intuitively obtain feedback information on the assembly status and further reducing the risk of misoperation. Simultaneously, when not assembled correctly, the indicator 33 protrudes and forms an angle, creating a clear visual difference for the user, and the protrusion can be directly perceived tactilely. This dual feedback mechanism allows the user to quickly determine the assembly status without careful observation, making it particularly suitable for rapid operation scenarios during cleaning.

[0060] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the function box 20 is provided with a toggle slot 21, which accommodates a prompting element 33 and a toggle part 36.

[0061] Specifically, in this embodiment, when the prompting element 33 is in the first position, the extending directions of the prompting element 33 and the toggle part 36 are parallel to the surface of the function box 20, such that both the prompting element 33 and the toggle part 36 are located in the toggle groove 21. When the prompting element 33 is in the second position, the extending directions of the prompting element 33 and the toggle part 36 form an angle with the surface of the function box 20, such that a portion of the prompting element 33 and the toggle part 36 protrudes from the toggle groove 21.

[0062] With this configuration, the actuation groove 21 in this embodiment can accommodate the prompting element 33 and the actuation part 36 when fully assembled, preventing the protruding parts of the prompting element 33 and the actuation part 36 from bumping, snagging, or accidentally touching the user. It also prevents the protruding parts of the prompting element 33 and the actuation part 36 from being broken, thus providing a certain degree of protection for the prompting element 33 and the actuation part 36. When not fully assembled, only a portion of the prompting element 33 and the actuation part 36 protrudes, ensuring clear feedback while reducing direct impact from external forces on the prompting element 33 and the actuation part 36, preventing damage to the transmission structure, extending the service life of the overall structure, and maintaining the clean appearance of the function box 20.

[0063] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the mounting position 11 is provided with a guide groove inside, and the function box 20 is provided with a guide rib 22 suitable for insertion into the guide groove on the outside; when the function box 20 is assembled onto the mounting position 11, the guide rib 22 is inserted into the guide groove.

[0064] In this embodiment, by providing guide grooves and guide ribs 22, the guide ribs 22 can be inserted into the guide grooves during assembly, forcing the functional box 20 to be installed along a fixed trajectory. This ensures precise alignment between the elastic locking tongue 32 and the locking groove 31, preventing the elastic locking tongue 32 from failing to insert into the locking groove 31 due to assembly deviations. This improves the assembly success rate and efficiency, reduces structural wear caused by alignment deviations, and further guarantees the locking effect.

[0065] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the outer edge of the functional box 20 is provided with a receiving groove 23, and the mounting position 11 is provided with a corresponding circumferential edge 12; when the functional box 20 is assembled onto the mounting position 11, the edge 12 is embedded into the receiving groove 23.

[0066] In this embodiment, by providing the receiving groove 23 and the surrounding edge 12, the surrounding edge 12 can be embedded into the receiving groove 23 during assembly, fixing the functional box 20 circumferentially. This, combined with the single-point locking of the elastic locking tongue 32, forms a double-fixing structure, effectively reducing the shaking of the functional box 20 caused by vibration during the use of the cleaning appliance. Simultaneously, the circumferential fit seals the gap between the functional box 20 and the mounting position 11. Especially for functional boxes 20 containing liquids, such as sewage tanks, this reduces the risk of sewage leakage due to tank detachment, improving product safety.

[0067] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the cleaning appliance is a floor scrubber, the operating body 10 is the machine body, and the function box 20 is a wastewater tank.

[0068] Although embodiments of this application have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of this application, and all such modifications and variations fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A cleaning appliance, characterized in that, include: The main operating unit (10) is equipped with an installation position (11). The function box (20) is detachably mounted on the mounting position (11); The locking assembly (30) is provided with a locking groove (31), a resilient locking tongue (32), and a prompting element (33) that cooperate with each other; the locking groove (31) is provided on one of the operating body (10) and the function box (20), and the resilient locking tongue (32) is provided on the other of the operating body (10) and the function box (20); the prompting element (33) is provided on one of the locking groove (31) and the resilient locking tongue (32). When the function box (20) is assembled onto the mounting position (11), the elastic latch (32) is inserted into the lock groove (31), and the indicator (33) moves to the first position under the action of the elastic latch (32); when the function box (20) is not assembled onto the mounting position (11), the elastic latch (32) is not inserted into the lock groove (31), and the indicator (33) moves to the second position.

2. The cleaning appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that, The prompting element (33) is disposed on the elastic latch (32) and is connected to the elastic latch (32) in a transmission manner; when the function box (20) is assembled on the mounting position (11), the elastic latch (32) is inserted into the lock groove (31), and the prompting element (33) moves to the first position under the driving action of the elastic latch (32); when the function box (20) is not assembled on the mounting position (11), the elastic latch (32) is not inserted into the lock groove (31), and the prompting element (33) moves to the second position under the driving action of the elastic latch (32).

3. The cleaning appliance according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking groove (31) is provided on the operating body (10), and the elastic locking tongue (32) is provided on the function box (20).

4. The cleaning appliance according to claim 3, characterized in that, The locking assembly (30) further includes: A rack (34) is connected to the elastic locking tongue (32); A gear (35) is rotatably mounted on the function box (20); and the gear (35) meshes with the rack (34), and the gear (35) is connected to the prompting element (33); When the elastic locking tongue (32) moves, it drives the prompting element (33) to switch between the first position and the second position through the rack (34) and the gear (35).

5. The cleaning appliance according to claim 4, characterized in that, The prompting element (33) is provided with a toggle part (36). When an external force is applied to the toggle part (36), the toggle part (36) drives the prompting element (33) to switch between the first position and the second position, and then drives the elastic locking tongue (32) to switch between inserting into the locking groove (31) and disengaging from the locking groove (31).

6. The cleaning appliance according to claim 5, characterized in that, When the prompting element (33) is in the first position, the extending directions of the prompting element (33) and the toggle part (36) are parallel to the surface of the function box (20); when the prompting element (33) is in the second position, the extending directions of the prompting element (33) and the toggle part (36) form an angle with the surface of the function box (20).

7. The cleaning appliance according to claim 6, characterized in that, The function box (20) is provided with a toggle slot (21), and the toggle slot (21) accommodates the prompt (33) and the toggle part (36). When the prompting element (33) is in the first position, the extending directions of the prompting element (33) and the toggle part (36) are parallel to the surface of the function box (20), so that the prompting element (33) and the toggle part (36) are both located in the toggle groove (21). When the prompting element (33) is in the second position, the extending directions of the prompting element (33) and the toggle part (36) form an angle with the surface of the function box (20), so that a portion of the prompting element (33) and the toggle part (36) protrudes from the toggle groove (21).

8. The cleaning appliance according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The mounting position (11) is provided with a guide groove inside, and the function box (20) is provided with a guide rib (22) suitable for inserting into the guide groove on the outside; when the function box (20) is assembled onto the mounting position (11), the guide rib (22) is inserted into the guide groove.

9. The cleaning appliance according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The outer edge of the functional box (20) is provided with a receiving groove (23) in the circumferential direction, and the mounting position (11) is provided with a surrounding edge (12) in the circumferential direction; when the functional box (20) is assembled onto the mounting position (11), the surrounding edge (12) is embedded into the receiving groove (23).

10. The cleaning appliance according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The cleaning appliance is a floor scrubber, the operating body (10) is the machine body, and the function box (20) is a sewage tank.

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