Roof and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model discloses a top cover and air conditioner relates to air conditioner technical field, wherein, top cover is applied to air conditioner, and air conditioner includes the casing, and top cover is adapted to install in the top of casing, and top cover includes front cover and is located in the rear side of front cover rear cover, and front cover includes first cover plate area, second cover plate area and link plate area, and first cover plate area is connected with rear cover, and second cover plate area is connected with first cover plate area through link plate area, and link plate area is gradually close to casing in the direction away from rear cover, and second cover plate area is equipped with water guide through -hole, and water guide through -hole is used for guiding water flow to the water conservancy waterway in casing, and the utility model provides technical scheme can improve the use security of air conditioner whole.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioner technology, and in particular to a top cover and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the top of air conditioners is often used as a display stand for green plants. When watering and maintaining the plants, water can easily accumulate on the top of the air conditioner. This water may flow down the air conditioner casing to the ground, making the ground slippery and dirty. It may also flow down the installation gaps on the top cover onto the electrical components inside the air conditioner, posing a safety hazard. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this utility model is to propose a top cover and an air conditioner, which aims to improve the safety of air conditioner use.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the top cover proposed in this utility model is applied to an air conditioner. The air conditioner includes a housing, and the top cover is adapted to be installed on the top of the housing. The top cover includes a front cover and a rear cover disposed on the rear side of the front cover. The front cover includes: The first cover plate area is connected to the rear cover; The second cover plate area and the connecting plate area are connected to the first cover plate area through the connecting plate area. The connecting plate area gradually approaches the housing in the direction away from the rear cover. The second cover plate area is provided with a water guiding hole, which is used to guide water flow to the water guiding channel inside the housing.

[0005] In one embodiment, the front cover has a curved surface on the upper surface of the connecting plate area.

[0006] In one embodiment, the top cover further includes a water-blocking structure disposed on the upper surface of the front cover and along the periphery of the front cover.

[0007] In one embodiment, the water-blocking structure includes a splash guard disposed at the front end of the front cover, the splash guard being used to prevent water from entering the assembly gap between the front cover and the housing.

[0008] In one embodiment, the splash guard is provided with a first water receiving groove on the side opposite to the rear cover, the first water receiving groove being used to receive water flowing into the assembly gap.

[0009] In one embodiment, the first water receiving groove extends along the extension direction of the assembly gap; The first water receiving tank has an outlet at its extending end, which is used to discharge water into the guide water path.

[0010] In one embodiment, the front cover has limiting grooves on both sides of its front end that cooperate with the housing for limiting. And / or, both the front cover and the rear cover are provided with positioning parts, and the housing is provided with positioning holes adapted to the positioning parts; And / or, the top cover and the housing are connected by screws.

[0011] This utility model also proposes an air conditioner, which includes: The top cover as described above; The housing includes a panel component and a rear box bottom plate component located behind the panel component. The front cover is mounted on the panel component, the rear cover is mounted on the rear box bottom plate component, and the water guide channel is formed on the panel component. A water receiving tray, built into the housing, is used to receive water flow from the water guide channel.

[0012] In one embodiment, the panel component includes an air outlet frame, and the water guide channel includes a second water receiving groove formed in the air outlet frame, the second water receiving groove being located below the water guiding through hole.

[0013] In one embodiment, the air outlet frame is provided with a drain column, which is located directly below the water guide hole.

[0014] In one embodiment, the housing further includes a front panel component disposed on the front side of the panel component, the front panel component having a protruding cavity with an opening facing the top cover, the protruding cavity being used to accommodate a voice module; The front end of the top cover is provided with a splash guard to cover the opening.

[0015] In one embodiment, the splash guard is provided with a first water receiving groove on the side opposite to the rear cover, and the air outlet frame has a water receiving nozzle extending toward the first water receiving groove. The water receiving nozzle communicates with the second water receiving groove and is used to receive water flowing out of the outlet of the first water receiving groove.

[0016] In one embodiment, the air outlet frame includes a first baffle, and the front end of the front cover is attached to the top of the first baffle.

[0017] In one embodiment, the air outlet frame further includes a second baffle extending toward the top cover and used to engage with a limiting groove of the front cover.

[0018] In one embodiment, the panel component further includes a panel support, and the water guide channel further includes a third water receiving groove formed on the top of the panel support, the third water receiving groove being used to receive water flow from the second water receiving groove.

[0019] In one embodiment, the air outlet frame is mounted on the panel bracket and has a first drain nozzle communicating with the second water inlet, the first drain nozzle extending toward the third water inlet to drain water into the third water inlet.

[0020] In one embodiment, the bottom of the third water receiving tank is provided with a first drain outlet, and the water guiding channel further includes a fourth water receiving tank formed on the back of the panel support, the fourth water receiving tank being used to receive water flowing out of the first drain outlet.

[0021] In one embodiment, two guide ribs are spaced apart on the back of the panel support along its width direction, the guide ribs extending toward the fourth water inlet, and the first drain outlet is located between the two guide ribs.

[0022] In one embodiment, the panel support has a second drain nozzle communicating with the fourth water receiving tank, the second drain nozzle being disposed above the water receiving tray to drain water into the water receiving tray.

[0023] In the technical solution of this utility model, the top cover includes a front cover and a rear cover. The front cover includes a first cover plate area, a second cover plate area, and a connecting plate area. The first cover plate area is smoothly connected to the second cover plate area through the connecting plate area. Because the connecting plate area gradually approaches the housing in the direction away from the rear cover, the second cover plate area is located in the low-lying part of the top cover, thereby guiding the water accumulated on the top cover to the second cover plate area. The second cover plate area is provided with a water guiding hole that penetrates the top cover. The water guiding hole can connect to the water guiding channel inside the housing. In this way, the accumulated water enters the housing through the water guiding hole. Under the guidance of the water guiding channel inside the housing, the accumulated water can be discharged to the outside, thereby reducing the pollution to the indoor environment. In addition, the water guiding channel can also completely isolate the accumulated water from the electrical equipment inside the air conditioner, reducing the possibility of water coming into contact with live components, thereby improving the overall safety of the air conditioner and eliminating safety hazards. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the top cover provided by this utility model; Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the air conditioner provided by this utility model; Figure 3for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure of the top cover and the shell; Figure 4 for Figure 3 Top view of the embodiment shown; Figure 5 for Figure 3 A front view of the embodiment shown; Figure 6 for Figure 5 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle; Figure 7 for Figure 3 Side view of the embodiment shown; Figure 8 for Figure 7 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle; Figure 9 for Figure 2 A front view of the air conditioner in the picture; Figure 10 for Figure 9 A sectional view of a central air conditioner cut along section line AA; Figure 11 for Figure 10 A magnified view of a section at point C; Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the top cover and panel components; Figure 13 for Figure 12 A magnified view of a section at point D; Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the panel bracket and the water receiving tray; Figure 15 for Figure 14 A magnified view of a section at point E in the middle; Figure 16 for Figure 14 Rear view of the middle panel bracket; Figure 17 for Figure 16 A magnified view of a section at point F in the middle; Figure 18 for Figure 16 A magnified view of a section at point G in the middle; Figure 19 for Figure 2 A diagram illustrating the explosion of an air conditioner.

[0026] Explanation of icon numbers: 10. Top cover; 11. Front cover; 111. Water guide hole; 112. First cover plate area; 113. Second cover plate area; 114. Connecting plate area; 115. Limiting groove; 116. Splash guard; 117. First water receiving groove; 118. Water outlet; 119. Water baffle; 12. Rear cover; 13. Positioning part; 20. Housing; 201. Assembly gap; 202. Positioning hole; 203. First fixing hole; 21. Panel component; 211. Air outlet frame; 212. Panel bracket; 213. Drain column; 214. First baffle; 215. Second baffle; 22. Front panel component; 221. Protruding cavity; 222. Protruding shell structure; 23. Rear box bottom plate component; 30. Water receiving tray; 31. Second drain outlet; 40. Water diversion channel; 41. Second water receiving trough; 411. Water inlet; 412. First drain outlet; 42. Third water receiving trough; 421. First drain outlet; 43. Flow guide trough; 431. Flow guide rib; 44. Fourth water receiving trough; 441. Second drain outlet; 50. Voice module; 51. Evaporator components; 52. Upper drive; 53. Air guide plate; 54. Grille; 55. Louver; 60. Screw.

[0027] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0029] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0030] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0031] Currently, the top of air conditioners is often used as a display stand for green plants. When watering and maintaining the plants, water can easily accumulate on the top of the air conditioner. This water may flow down the air conditioner casing to the ground, making the ground slippery and dirty. It may also flow down the installation gaps on the top cover onto the electrical components inside the air conditioner, posing a safety hazard.

[0032] To solve this technical problem, this utility model proposes a top cover 10 for use in an air conditioner. The air conditioner includes a housing 20, and the top cover 10 is adapted to be installed on the top of the housing 20. Specifically, the air conditioner can be a floor-standing air conditioner.

[0033] Please see Figure 1 In one embodiment of this utility model, the top cover 10 includes a front cover 11 and a rear cover 12 disposed behind the front cover 11; the front cover 11 includes a first cover plate area 112, a second cover plate area 113 and a connecting plate area 114, the first cover plate area 112 is connected to the rear cover 12; the second cover plate area 113 is connected to the first cover plate area 112 through the connecting plate area 114, the connecting plate area 114 gradually approaches the housing 20 in a direction away from the rear cover 12, and the second cover plate area 113 is provided with a water guiding hole 111, the water guiding hole 111 is used to guide water flow to the water guiding channel 40 in the housing 20; thus, it is beneficial to improve the overall safety of the air conditioner.

[0034] In the technical solution of this utility model, the top cover 10 includes a front cover 11 and a rear cover 12. The front cover 11 includes a first cover plate area 112, a second cover plate area 113, and a connecting plate area 114. The first cover plate area 112 is smoothly connected to the second cover plate area 113 through the connecting plate area 114. Because the connecting plate area 114 gradually approaches the housing 20 in the direction away from the rear cover 12, the second cover plate area 113 is located in the low-lying area of ​​the top cover 10, thereby guiding the water accumulated on the top cover 10 to the second cover area 113. The top cover 10 is provided with a water guide hole 111 that can be connected to the water flow channel 40 inside the housing 20. In this way, the water enters the housing 20 through the water guide hole 111 and is guided by the water flow channel 40 inside the housing 20 to be discharged to the outside, thereby reducing the pollution to the indoor environment. In addition, the water flow channel 40 can also isolate the water from the electrical equipment inside the air conditioner throughout the process, reducing the possibility of water coming into contact with live components, thereby improving the overall safety of the air conditioner and eliminating safety hazards.

[0035] It should be noted that, depending on the coverage position of the front cover 11 and its cooperation with the water guide channel 40, the water guide hole 111 can also span across the connecting plate area 114 and the second cover plate area 113, thus guiding accumulated water into the water guide channel 40. The end of the water guide channel 40 is the water receiving tray 30 inside the air conditioner, which is equipped with a second drain outlet 31. The second drain outlet 31 can be connected to the outside through a drain pipe to drain the accumulated water.

[0036] Specifically, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the top cover 10 is placed on the top of the housing 20 and connected to the housing 20. Specifically, it can be fixed into a whole by means of screw 60 connection, snap connection or other connection methods. The housing 20 can protect the internal structure of the air conditioner, avoid the internal structure of the air conditioner from being exposed and damaged, which helps to extend the service life of the air conditioner and has a better appearance.

[0037] The top cover 10, located on top of the housing 20, further enhances the overall protective effect of the air conditioner. The top cover 10 can be manufactured using injection molding, stamping, or other processing methods. In this invention, the front cover 11 of the top cover 10 is divided into three cover plate areas: a first cover plate area 112, a second cover plate area 113, and a connecting plate area 114. The connecting plate area 114 gradually approaches the housing 20 in a direction away from the first cover plate area 112, causing the second cover plate area 113 to be located in a low-lying area of ​​the top cover 10. The front end of the top cover 10 is lowered, thus concealing the connection between the front end of the top cover 10 and the housing 20 to a certain extent. Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, the visual effect from a frontal view is neat and smooth, which helps to improve the overall appearance. Furthermore, since the area below the front cover 11 is mainly the upper drive 52, which controls moving parts such as the air guide plate 53, grille 54, and louvers 55, the setting of the first cover area 112 being higher than the second cover area 113 in the height direction of the air conditioner reduces the risk of interference between the first cover area 112 and the upper drive 52, ensuring the assembly and normal operation of the upper drive 52 and moving parts within the housing 20. It also reduces the gap between the second cover area 113 and the housing 20, decreasing the possibility of water flowing from the connection between the second cover area 113 and the housing 20 into the space where the upper drive 52 is located. This protects the upper drive 52 and other electrically charged components, reduces or eliminates safety hazards, and improves the safety and reliability of the air conditioner.

[0038] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 4 , Figure 8 and Figure 11 In an embodiment of this utility model, the upper surface of the front cover 11 of the connecting plate area 114 is curved. Combined with the inclined setting of the connecting plate area 114, the upper surface is specifically an inclined curved surface. Of course, in other embodiments, the upper surface can be an inclined plane, and its two ends are smoothly connected to the upper surface of the first cover plate area 112 and the upper surface of the second cover plate area 113, respectively. In this way, the water can flow smoothly and adhere to the upper surface during the process of flowing to the second cover plate area 113, reducing the possibility of water splashing, ensuring that the water flows to the second cover plate area 113 and flows to the guide water path 40 through the water guide hole 111.

[0039] Please see Figure 1 In this embodiment of the present invention, the top cover 10 further includes a water-blocking structure. The water-blocking structure is disposed on the upper surface of the front cover 11 and is arranged along the periphery of the front cover 11. Thus, by utilizing the water-blocking structure protruding from the upper surface of the front cover 11 and extending along the periphery of the front cover 11, a closed annular structure is formed. On the one hand, water that is accidentally spilled or condensed during use will be blocked to a certain extent by the water-blocking structure, that is, the water is blocked and accumulates above the front cover 11 and will not flow to the connection between the front cover 11 and the housing 20. Then, the water flows through the guide on the upper surface of the connecting plate area 114 to the second cover area 113, and then flows through the water guide hole 111 into the water guide channel 40 inside the housing 20, while effectively protecting the internal structure of the housing 20. On the other hand, when the top cover 10 uses the rear cover 12 to place an item, the water-blocking structure can prevent the item from moving to the front cover 11, and prevent the item from tipping over under the action of the connecting plate area 114.

[0040] Please see Figure 11In an embodiment of this utility model, the water-blocking structure includes a splash guard 116 disposed at the front end of the front cover 11. The splash guard 116 is used to block water from entering the assembly gap 201 between the front cover 11 and the housing 20.

[0041] Understandably, the water-blocking structure includes a splash guard 116 and a water-blocking rib 119. The splash guard 116 is located on the side of the second cover area 113 away from the first cover area 112 and at the front end of the front cover 11. The water-blocking rib 119 extends around one side of the front cover 11 to the other side of the front cover 11, forming an open ring structure. Furthermore, the two free ends of the water-blocking rib 119 are respectively connected to the two sides of the splash guard 116 to form a closed ring structure. When the housing 20 has a protruding cavity 221 with an opening facing the top cover 10, and the protruding cavity 221 is used to install functional modules, the height of the splash guard 116 is greater than the height of the water-blocking rib 119 to adapt to the structural shape of the housing 20. That is, the splash guard 116 blocks the opening, thereby reducing the risk of water droplets splashing into the protruding cavity 221 and affecting the normal operation of the functional modules inside the housing 20, protecting the internal functional modules, and thus improving the safety and reliability of the air conditioner.

[0042] To enhance the structural stability of the splash guard 116, a reinforcing rib may be provided on the side of the splash guard 116 away from the rear cover 12. Multiple reinforcing ribs may be provided at intervals along the width direction of the top cover 10 and connected to the front end of the second cover area 113, thereby enhancing the connection strength between the splash guard 116 and the front cover 11 and helping to improve the overall structural stability of the top cover 10.

[0043] When the housing 20 has a protruding cavity 221 with an opening facing the top cover 10, in the assembly process of the top cover 10, the splash guard 116 at the front end of the top cover 10 needs to be inserted into the protruding cavity 221 through the opening first, and then the top cover 10 and the housing 20 are fixedly connected. In order to achieve quick assembly of the top cover 10 and the housing 20, a small assembly gap 201 is left between the splash guard 116 and the cavity wall of the protruding cavity 221 to facilitate the movement of the top cover 10. Furthermore, in the embodiment of this utility model, the splash guard 116... A first water receiving groove 117 is provided on the side opposite to the rear cover 12. The first water receiving groove 117 is used to receive water flowing into the assembly gap 201. It can be understood that the water blocking structure is the first line of defense on the top cover 10, while the first water receiving groove 117 is the second line of defense. That is, if a water droplet flies into the protruding cavity 221 through the assembly gap 201, the first water receiving groove 117 is located on the splash path of the water droplet, so that the water droplet is blocked and concentrated in the first water receiving groove 117, thereby protecting the functional modules inside the housing 20.

[0044] Specifically, such as Figure 11As shown, the splash guard 116 includes a vertical part and an extension part. The vertical part is located on the upper surface of the second cover plate area 113. One end of the extension part is connected to the side of the vertical part away from the rear cover 12, and the other end extends obliquely toward the top wall of the protruding cavity 221. The extension part and the vertical part enclose each other to form a first water receiving groove 117. The free end of the extension part is located on the splash path of the water droplet to catch the water droplet and guide it to the bottom of the first water receiving groove 117. At this time, the reinforcing rib can be connected between the extension part and the vertical part to enhance the structural stability of the first water receiving groove 117.

[0045] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 12 and Figure 13 In this embodiment of the invention, the first water receiving tank 117 extends along the extension direction of the assembly gap 201; it fully and reliably catches water droplets entering from any position in the assembly gap 201, thereby protecting the functional modules outside the first water receiving tank 117 and ensuring the safe use of the air conditioner. This extension direction is the width direction of the air conditioner or the left-right direction from a frontal viewing angle.

[0046] The first water receiving tank 117 has an outlet 118 at its extending end. The outlet 118 is used to discharge water to the guide water channel 40. That is, the water droplets collected by the first water receiving tank 117 can be discharged to the guide water channel 40 through the outlet 118, avoiding excessive water accumulation and overflow of the first water receiving tank 117, which could cause safety hazards. Both ends of the first water receiving tank 117 have outlets 118, which can realize the diversion of accumulated water, reduce the drainage pressure of a single outlet 118, and thus ensure that all water can be discharged in an orderly manner into the guide water channel 40 inside the housing 20.

[0047] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 4 , Figure 12 and Figure 13 In this embodiment of the present invention, the front cover 11 is provided with limiting grooves 115 on both sides of the front end, which are matched with the housing 20 for limiting. Thus, by forming the inwardly recessed limiting grooves 115 on both sides of the second cover plate area 113 in the width direction, the limiting grooves 115 can be engaged with the limiting structure of the housing 20, thereby realizing the positioning and limiting of the top cover 10 on the housing 20, so as to facilitate the next assembly step and improve the assembly efficiency.

[0048] Please refer to the following: Figure 11In the embodiments of this utility model, both the front cover 11 and the rear cover 12 are provided with positioning parts 13, and the housing 20 is provided with positioning holes 202 adapted to the positioning parts 13. It can be understood that the positioning parts 13 are provided downwardly and extend toward the positioning holes 202. Furthermore, multiple positioning parts 13 can be provided, some of which are provided in the rear cover 12 and some of which are provided in the first cover plate area 112 or the connecting plate area 114 of the front cover 11. This helps to improve the connection strength between the top cover 10 and the housing 20. At the same time, it ensures the contact between the second cover plate area 113 and the housing 20, reduces the risk of water ingress, and ensures that there is sufficient assembly space between the first cover plate area 112, part of the connecting plate area 114 and the housing 20, thus ensuring the reliable drive of the moving parts by the upper drive 52.

[0049] Specifically, taking the example of a splash guard 116 at the front end of the top cover 10, after the splash guard 116 at the front end of the top cover 10 is inserted into the protruding cavity 221 through the opening, the rear cover 12 moves downward, and the positioning part 13 can abut against the surface where the positioning hole 202 is located. The positioning part 13 has a mating hole for engaging the positioning hole 202, so that the fastener can be inserted, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the top cover 10 and the housing 20. The top cover 10 and the housing 20 are connected by screws 60, that is, the positioning hole 202 is configured as a threaded hole, and the fastener is a screw 60. Of course, in other embodiments, the housing 20 and the top cover 10 are connected by a snap-fit.

[0050] This utility model also proposes an air conditioner, which includes a top cover 10, a housing 20 and a water receiving tray 30. The specific structure of the top cover 10 is as described in the above embodiments. Since this air conditioner adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here.

[0051] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 19 The housing 20 includes a panel component 21 and a rear box bottom plate component 23 located behind the panel component 21. The front cover 11 is installed on the panel component 21, and the rear cover 12 is installed on the rear box bottom plate component 23. The water guide channel 40 is formed in the panel component 21. The water receiving tray 30 is built into the housing 20 and is used to receive the water flow in the water guide channel 40.

[0052] Understandable. Figure 9 and Figure 10The diagram shows front and cross-sectional views of the parts involved in the assembly with the top cover 10 and the drainage of accumulated water. It can be seen that the main components working with the top cover 10 are the panel component 21 and the water tray 30. The water tray 30 is located below the evaporator component 51. The panel component 21 has a water guide channel 40 to receive water flowing out through the water guide hole 111 and the first water collection trough 117 of the top cover 10, and guide the water to flow in a specific direction to the water tray 30. The water is then discharged outdoors via the second drain outlet 31 and drain pipe structure on the water tray 30, thereby reducing indoor environmental pollution. Furthermore, the water guide channel 40 also isolates the accumulated water from the electrical equipment inside the air conditioner, reducing the possibility of water contacting live components, thus improving the overall safety of the air conditioner and eliminating potential safety hazards.

[0053] A positioning part 13 may be provided on the front cover 11. The positioning part 13 may be located at the geometric center of the front cover 11 to reliably support the front cover 11 and ensure the stable connection between the front cover 11 and the panel component 21. The rear cover 12 is provided with three positioning parts 13, and the three positioning parts 13 are triangularly distributed, thereby improving the connection strength and connection stability between the rear cover 12 and the rear box bottom plate component 23. This helps to ensure the reliable connection between the top cover 10 and the housing 20.

[0054] Please see Figure 11 In an embodiment of this utility model, the panel component 21 includes an air outlet frame 211, and the water guide channel 40 includes a second water receiving groove 41 formed in the air outlet frame 211. The second water receiving groove 41 is located below the water guide hole 111, that is, the second water receiving groove 41 is formed on the top of the air outlet frame 211 so as to receive the water flowing out through the water guide hole 111, reduce the water pressure on the front cover 11, and prevent the collected water from overflowing the front cover 11.

[0055] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the drainage effect of the water guide hole 111 on the front cover 11. Accidentally spilled water or condensation generated during use will be blocked by the water-blocking structure to a certain extent. Then, the accumulated water will flow through the upper surface of the connecting plate area 114 to the second cover area 113, and flow through the water guide hole 111 to the second water receiving groove 41 of the panel component 21.

[0056] Specifically, in this embodiment of the invention, the air outlet frame 211 is provided with a drain column 213, which is located directly below the water guide hole 111. Specifically, when water drips from the water guide hole 111, the drain column 213 can reduce the impact of the water droplets, prevent splashing, reduce noise, and prevent water droplets from splashing outside the water guide channel 40. It also helps reduce residual water in the second water receiving tank 41, guides water droplet flow, reduces the risk of mold growth and odor generation, and improves drainage efficiency. The drain column 213 can also, to some extent, strengthen the structure of the second water receiving tank 41.

[0057] Optionally, in an embodiment of this utility model, the housing 20 further includes a front panel component 22 disposed on the front side of the panel component 21. The front panel component 22 has a protruding cavity 221 with an opening facing the top cover 10. The protruding cavity 221 is used to accommodate the voice module 50. It is understood that the front panel component 22 includes an upper panel component and a lower panel component. The upper panel component has a protruding shell structure 222 on its top. The protruding shell structure 222 has a protruding cavity 221 for installing the functional module, and its opening is disposed towards the top cover 10. The functional module can be the voice module 50, specifically configured as a microphone, to realize the voice function of the air conditioner.

[0058] The front end of the top cover 10 is provided with a splash guard 116 to block the opening, reducing the risk of water droplets splashing into the protruding cavity 221 and affecting the normal operation of the functional modules inside the housing 20, thus protecting the internal functional modules and improving the safety and reliability of the air conditioner.

[0059] To prevent splashing water droplets from entering the protruding cavity 221 through the assembly gap 201 between the splash guard 116 and the convex shell structure 222, and thus affecting the operation of the internal functional modules, please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figures 13 to 15 In an embodiment of this utility model, the splash guard 116 is provided with a first water receiving groove 117 on the side away from the rear cover 12, and the air outlet frame 211 has a water receiving nozzle 411 extending toward the first water receiving groove 117. The water receiving nozzle 411 is connected to the second water receiving groove 41 and is used to receive the water flowing out from the outlet 118 of the first water receiving groove 117.

[0060] Understandably, the first water receiving tank 117 has a water outlet 118 at its extending end, which is located below the front cover 11. At this time, the water inlet 411 extends upward and is located below the water outlet 118. Water in the first water receiving tank 117 can flow from the water outlet 118 to the water inlet 411. The water inlet 411 has a guide slope, which allows the water in the water inlet 411 to flow to the lower second water receiving tank 41 under the action of gravity.

[0061] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the water flow direction in the first water receiving tank 117. Since both ends of the first water receiving tank 117 have outlets 118, water inlets 411 are corresponding to the outlets 118 and connected to the second water receiving tank 41. For example, the water received by the two water inlets 411 will converge in the second water receiving tank 41 and will also merge with the accumulated water flowing out of the water guide hole 111. As the flow rate increases, the water in the second water receiving tank 41 will further flow to the next water receiving tank at a lower position. However, this design is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the bottom of the first water receiving tank 117 has an outlet for accumulated water that connects to the second water receiving tank 41.

[0062] Please see Figure 15 In an embodiment of this utility model, the panel component 21 further includes a panel support 212, and the water guide channel 40 further includes a third water receiving groove 42 formed on the top of the panel support 212. The third water receiving groove 42 is used to receive the water flow from the second water receiving groove 41. It can be understood that the air outlet frame 211 is installed on the front side of the panel support 212. The air outlet frame 211 may be provided with a plurality of first fixing holes 203, which can be connected to the second fixing holes on the panel support 212 to facilitate the insertion of fasteners, thereby achieving relative fixation between the air outlet frame 211 and the panel support 212.

[0063] The third water tank 42 is located below the water outlet structure of the second water tank 41, ensuring that the third water tank 42 can receive the water flowing out of the second water tank 41, and preventing water from accumulating in the second water tank 41, which could cause mold growth and odor.

[0064] Specifically, in an embodiment of this utility model, the air outlet frame 211 is mounted on the panel bracket 212 and has a first drain nozzle 412 communicating with the second water receiving groove 41. The first drain nozzle 412 extends toward the third water receiving groove 42 to drain water into the third water receiving groove 42. (See also...) Figure 17 The air outlet frame 211 is partially mounted on the panel support 212, and the first drain nozzle 412 is mounted on the wall of the third water receiving tank 42, or the first drain nozzle 412 is hook-shaped and hung on the wall of the third water receiving tank 42. This ensures that the water in the second water receiving tank 41 continues to flow downwards along the first drain nozzle 412 for a certain distance, so that the water in the second water receiving tank 41 is uniformly discharged into the third water receiving tank 42, with a reliable and unique flow direction. This helps simplify the structure of the air outlet frame 211 and improve drainage efficiency. However, this design is not limited to this. In other embodiments, the bottom of the second water receiving tank 41 has a water outlet that connects to the third water receiving tank 42.

[0065] Please see Figures 14 to 15 , Figures 16 to 18In an embodiment of this utility model, the bottom of the third water receiving tank 42 is provided with a first drain outlet 421, and the water guiding channel 40 further includes a fourth water receiving tank 44 formed on the back of the panel support 212. The fourth water receiving tank 44 is used to receive the water flowing out of the first drain outlet 421.

[0066] Understandably, the back of the panel bracket 212 is provided with an evaporator component 51 and a water tray 30. The water tray 30 is located below the evaporator component 51. A first drain outlet 421 is opened at the bottom of the third water tray 42 to drain the water accumulated in the third water tray 42. Furthermore, a fourth water tray 44 is also provided on the back of the panel bracket 212. The fourth water tray 44 is located below the first drain outlet 421 and above the water tray 30. Thus, the water discharged from the third water tray 42 flows from top to bottom along the back of the panel bracket 212 and flows into the fourth water tray 44, completing the reception of the water accumulated in the third water tray 42 by the fourth water tray 44, preventing water accumulation in the third water tray 42, which would cause mold growth and odor.

[0067] Among them, the panel bracket 212 is provided with a reinforcing rib near the first drain outlet 421. The reinforcing rib can enhance the structural strength of the first drain outlet 421, reduce the risk of deformation at the first drain outlet 421, and ensure the drainage of water accumulated in the third water receiving tank 42.

[0068] Specifically, in an embodiment of this utility model, two guide ribs 431 are spaced apart on the back of the panel support 212 along its width direction. The guide ribs 431 extend toward the fourth water receiving tank 44. The first drain outlet 421 is located between the two guide ribs 431. With this arrangement, the two spaced guide ribs 431 and the panel support 212 enclose a guide groove 43 extending toward the fourth water receiving tank 44. The wall where the first drain outlet 421 is located forms the wall of the guide groove 43. Thus, the water discharged from the first drain outlet 421 can be confined within the guide groove 43. Under the action of gravity, it flows downward along the back of the panel support 212 according to the designed flow direction until it flows into the fourth water receiving tank 44, reducing the splashing of water out of the guide groove 43 and thus preventing the safe use of surrounding components from being affected.

[0069] Please see Figure 18 In an embodiment of this utility model, the panel bracket 212 has a second drain nozzle 441 that communicates with the fourth water receiving groove 44. The second drain nozzle 441 is located above the water receiving tray 30 to drain water into the water receiving tray 30. It can be understood that the fourth water receiving groove 44 is located close to the water receiving tray 30, which facilitates the second drain nozzle 441 to extend outward to the top of the water receiving tray 30. At the same time, it reduces the possibility of splashing during the process of water being drained into the water receiving tray 30 and reduces the noise of dripping inside the housing 20.

[0070] The bottom of the water receiving tray 30 is also provided with a second drain outlet 31, and the second drain outlet 31 can be connected to the outside through a drain pipe or other discharge structure. Thus, the water accumulated on the water receiving tray 30 flows to the second drain outlet 31 and is discharged through the drain pipe.

[0071] Please see Figure 13 In an embodiment of this utility model, the air outlet frame 211 includes a first baffle 214, and the front end of the front cover 11 is attached to the top of the first baffle 214. Specifically, the rear side of the first baffle 214 is a drive component such as the upper drive 52, a guide plate 53, a grille 54, and other moving components. By tightly attaching the lower surface of the second cover plate area 113 to the top of the first baffle 214, the drive component and moving component on the rear side can be well shielded, and the possibility of water flowing from the connection between the second cover plate area 113 and the housing 20 to the space where the upper drive 52 is located can be reduced. This protects the energized components such as the upper drive 52, reduces or eliminates safety hazards, and improves the safety and reliability of the air conditioner.

[0072] In addition, such as Figures 6 to 8 As shown, by lowering the front end of the top cover 10, the second cover area 113 can be flush with the top of the air guide plate 53, which makes the visual effect from the front view neat and smooth, and has a good appearance.

[0073] See also Figure 4 Furthermore, in an embodiment of this utility model, the air outlet frame 211 further includes a second baffle 215, which extends toward the top cover 10 and is used to engage with the limiting slot 115 of the front cover 11. This avoids the situation where the front end of the top cover 10 is inserted too deeply into the convex shell structure 222, thereby limiting the top cover 10 on the housing 20 and ensuring the next assembly step, such as the locking operation of fasteners on the top cover 10 and the housing 20.

[0074] In addition, the second edge 215 is set at an angle to the first edge 214. At this time, the second edge 215 can also cooperate with the groove wall of the limiting slot 115 to form an assembly space for inserting part of the front panel component 22, and also play a role in positioning and limiting the front panel component 22, thereby improving the overall assembly efficiency of the air conditioner.

[0075] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the scope of protection of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A top cover for use in an air conditioner, the air conditioner comprising a housing, the top cover being adapted to be installed on the top of the housing, characterized in that, The top cover includes a front cover and a rear cover located behind the front cover; The front cover includes: The first cover plate area is connected to the rear cover; The second cover plate area and the connecting plate area are connected to the first cover plate area through the connecting plate area. The connecting plate area gradually approaches the housing in the direction away from the rear cover. The second cover plate area is provided with a water guiding hole, which is used to guide water flow to the water guiding channel inside the housing.

2. The top cover as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The front cover has a curved surface on the upper surface of the connecting plate area.

3. The top cover as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The top cover also includes a water-blocking structure, which is disposed on the upper surface of the front cover and along the periphery of the front cover.

4. The top cover as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The water-blocking structure includes a splash guard located at the front end of the front cover, which is used to prevent water from entering the assembly gap between the front cover and the housing.

5. The top cover as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The splash guard is provided with a first water receiving groove on the side opposite to the back cover. The first water receiving groove is used to receive water flowing into the assembly gap.

6. The top cover as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The first water receiving groove extends along the extension direction of the assembly gap; The first water receiving tank has an outlet at its extending end, which is used to discharge water into the guide water path.

7. The top cover as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The front cover has limiting grooves on both sides of the front end that cooperate with the housing. And / or, both the front cover and the rear cover are provided with positioning parts, and the housing is provided with positioning holes adapted to the positioning parts; And / or, the top cover and the housing are connected by screws.

8. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: Top cover as described in any one of claims 1 to 7; The housing includes a panel component and a rear box bottom plate component located behind the panel component. The front cover is mounted on the panel component, the rear cover is mounted on the rear box bottom plate component, and the water guide channel is formed on the panel component. A water receiving tray, built into the housing, is used to receive water flow from the water guide channel.

9. The air conditioner as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The panel component includes an air outlet frame, and the water guide channel includes a second water receiving groove formed in the air outlet frame, the second water receiving groove being located below the water guide hole.

10. The air conditioner as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The air outlet frame is equipped with a drain column, which is located directly below the water guide hole.

11. The air conditioner as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The housing also includes a front panel component located on the front side of the panel component, the front panel component having a protruding cavity with an opening facing the top cover, the protruding cavity being used to accommodate the voice module; The front end of the top cover is provided with a splash guard to cover the opening.

12. The air conditioner as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The splash guard is provided with a first water receiving groove on the side away from the back cover. The air outlet frame has a water receiving nozzle extending toward the first water receiving groove. The water receiving nozzle is connected to the second water receiving groove and is used to receive the water flowing out of the outlet of the first water receiving groove.

13. The air conditioner as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The air outlet frame includes a first baffle, and the front end of the front cover is attached to the top of the first baffle.

14. The air conditioner as described in claim 13, characterized in that, The air outlet frame also includes a second baffle, which extends toward the top cover and is used to engage with the limiting groove of the front cover.

15. The air conditioner as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The panel component also includes a panel support, and the water guide channel also includes a third water receiving groove formed on the top of the panel support, the third water receiving groove being used to receive water flow from the second water receiving groove.

16. The air conditioner as described in claim 15, characterized in that, The air outlet frame is mounted on the panel bracket and has a first drain nozzle that connects to the second water inlet. The first drain nozzle extends toward the third water inlet to drain water into the third water inlet.

17. The air conditioner as described in claim 15, characterized in that, The bottom of the third water receiving tank is provided with a first drain outlet, and the water guiding channel also includes a fourth water receiving tank formed on the back of the panel support. The fourth water receiving tank is used to receive the water flowing out of the first drain outlet.

18. The air conditioner as claimed in claim 17, characterized in that, The back of the panel bracket is provided with two guide ribs spaced apart along its width direction. The guide ribs extend toward the fourth water receiving tank, and the first drain outlet is located between the two guide ribs.

19. The air conditioner as claimed in claim 17, characterized in that, The panel bracket has a second drain nozzle that connects to the fourth water receiving tank. The second drain nozzle is located above the water receiving tray to drain water into the water receiving tray.

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