Mounting structure, heat pump system, and laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of clothes treatment, and more particularly to a mounting structure, a heat pump system and clothes treatment equipment, wherein the mounting structure comprises: a frame assembly comprising a base, a top frame and vertical beams distributed around and connecting the base and the top frame; and a mounting seat provided with at least one guide surface at the bottom; wherein the mounting seat is guided by the guide surface to be arranged on the top frame from top to bottom, and after assembly, the mounting seat is supported by the top frame, and the guide surface is located in the top frame. The application guides the mounting seat to be assembled from top to bottom through the guide surface, so that the positioning is more accurate, and the stability of the mounting seat in the horizontal direction is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and more specifically, to an installation structure, a heat pump system, and clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In existing garment processing devices, the heat pump module is a key component for achieving the drying function, and its installation structure directly affects the equipment's operational stability, assembly efficiency, and drying effect. In traditional technologies, heat pump modules are mostly fixed by bottom supports or side clips, which results in complex structural designs, cumbersome assembly processes, and inconvenient maintenance.

[0003] In modular design scenarios, the connection stability between the heat pump module and the frame components is insufficient, leading to severe vibrations during equipment operation. This not only affects the user experience but also shortens the equipment's lifespan. Simultaneously, the lack of a rational layout of the air duct components results in low efficiency in hot airflow, failing to fully utilize the drying performance of the heat pump module and consequently impacting the drying quality of clothes.

[0004] Chinese utility model patent CN219410275U discloses a drying system installation structure and a washing machine, which places the heat pump system on the rear side of the upper drum and uses side beams and top beams for three-point fixation to suppress vibration. However, this technology has some problems, such as the heat pump system's installation position being limited to the rear side of the drum, which is not conducive to the modular layout of the internal space of the equipment and increases the difficulty of the overall structural design. Utility Model Content

[0005] The main purpose of this utility model is to propose an installation structure, a heat pump system, and a clothing processing device, which aims to solve the problems of complex fixed structure of heat pump module, low installation and positioning accuracy, and poor operation stability in existing clothing processing devices.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model proposes an installation structure, including: A frame assembly, comprising a base, a top frame, and vertical beams distributed around the perimeter and connecting the two; The mounting base has at least one guide surface at its bottom; The mounting base is guided by a guide surface to be installed on the top frame from top to bottom. After the two are assembled, the mounting base is supported by the top frame, and the guide surface is located inside the top frame.

[0007] In the above technical solution, the mounting base is further secured to the top frame by fasteners.

[0008] In any of the above technical solutions, the fastener is further defined as a bolt or screw.

[0009] In any of the above technical solutions, the top frame further includes: a first crossbeam, a second crossbeam, a third crossbeam, and a fourth crossbeam; The first crossbeam, and / or the second crossbeam, and / or the third crossbeam are provided with at least two first fixing holes; the bottom of the mounting base is provided with fixing through holes that mate with each of the first fixing holes; fasteners are provided on the fixing through holes and the first fixing holes.

[0010] In any of the above technical solutions, further, at least four guide surfaces are provided, and the first crossbeam, the second crossbeam, the third crossbeam and the fourth crossbeam are adjacent to or abut against at least one guide surface.

[0011] In any of the above technical solutions, a second fixing hole is further provided at intervals around the top of the mounting base along the circumferential direction.

[0012] On the other hand, a heat pump system is also proposed, including the aforementioned installation structure; it also includes: The heat pump body is mounted on the mounting base; And the air duct assembly, which is located at one of the corners of the mounting base; The air duct assembly is also equipped with a first hanging ear, and the first hanging ear is equipped with a third fixing hole and a fourth fixing hole.

[0013] In any of the above technical solutions, a second hanging ear is further provided on the air duct assembly, and a fifth fixing hole is provided on the second hanging ear.

[0014] On the other hand, a garment processing device is also proposed, including the aforementioned heat pump system; it also includes: a panel located on the front side of the frame assembly; a left side panel located on the left side of the frame assembly; and a right side panel located on the right side of the frame assembly.

[0015] In the above technical solution, a first flange is further provided on the top of the panel extending inward, and a sixth fixing hole is provided on the first flange to cooperate with the second fixing hole on the front side of the mounting base; and / or a seventh fixing hole to cooperate with the third fixing hole of the first hanging ear; In any of the above technical solutions, a second flange is further provided on the top of the left side plate extending inward, and an eighth fixing hole is provided on the second flange that corresponds to and cooperates with the second fixing hole on the left side of the mounting base.

[0016] In any of the above technical solutions, further, a third flange is provided extending inward from the top of the right side plate, and a ninth fixing hole is provided on the third flange to cooperate with the second fixing hole on the right side of the mounting base; and / or a tenth fixing hole to cooperate with the fourth fixing hole of the first hanging ear; and / or an eleventh fixing hole to cooperate with the fifth fixing hole of the second hanging ear.

[0017] Beneficial effects: Compared with existing technologies, 1. By setting guide surfaces to guide the mounting base to be assembled from top to bottom, the positioning accuracy is improved.

[0018] 2. Multiple sets of second fixing holes are opened around the top of the mounting base to provide multiple fixing points for the installation of the panel and side panel, ensuring the rigidity of the connection.

[0019] 3. By setting at least four guide surfaces, it is possible to guide the mounting base to quickly align itself, and at the same time, it can form a structural buffer during equipment operation to reduce vibration transmission.

[0020] 4. Through the multi-point fixing design of the first and second hanging ears, the air duct assembly is firmly connected to the right side panel of the panel, avoiding resonance of the air duct assembly during equipment operation.

[0021] 5. The flanged structure of the panel and side panels fits tightly with the mounting base, which significantly improves the lateral rigidity of the entire garment processing equipment, effectively suppresses lateral vibration during operation, and ensures operational stability. Attached Figure Description

[0022] 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 these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the heat pump system of this utility model installed on the mounting structure; Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the frame component of this utility model; Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the main view structure in the image; Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the heat pump system and mounting base of this utility model; Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Enlarged structural diagram at point A; Figure 6 yes Figure 4 Enlarged structural diagram at point B; Figure 7 This is a structural schematic diagram of the heat pump system and mounting base from another perspective of this utility model; Figure 8 yes Figure 7 Enlarged structural diagram at point C; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the clothing processing equipment of this utility model; Figure 10 yes Figure 9 Enlarged structural diagram at point D; Figure 11 yes Figure 10 A magnified structural diagram at point E in the middle.

[0024] The annotations in the attached figures are explained as follows: 1. Frame assembly; 11. Base; 12. Top frame; 121. First crossbeam; 122. Second crossbeam; 123. Third crossbeam; 124. Fourth crossbeam; 125. First fixing hole; 13. Vertical beam; 2. Mounting base; 211. First guide surface; 212. Second guide surface; 213. Third guide surface; 214. Fourth guide surface; 22. Fixing through hole; 23. Second fixing hole; 10. Heat pump body; 20. Air duct assembly; 201. First hanging lug; 2011, Third fixing hole; 2012, Fourth fixing hole; 202, Second hanging ear; 2021, Fifth fixing hole; 100, Panel; 1001, First flange; 1002, Sixth fixing hole; 1003, Seventh fixing hole; 200, Left side panel; 2001, Second flange; 2002, Eighth fixing hole; 300, Right side panel; 3001, Third flange; 3002, Ninth fixing hole; 3003, Tenth fixing hole; 3004, Eleventh fixing hole. Detailed Implementation

[0025] Hereinafter, exemplary embodiments according to this application will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are merely a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments of this application. It should be understood that this application is not limited to the exemplary embodiments described herein. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0026] It should be noted that, as shown in this application and claims, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the words "a," "an," "an," and / or "the" do not specifically refer to the singular and may also include the plural. Generally speaking, the terms "comprising" and "including" only indicate the inclusion of explicitly identified steps and elements, and these steps and elements do not constitute an exclusive list; the method or apparatus may also include other steps or elements.

[0027] 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 each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0028] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixing" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0029] 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 meaning of "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.

[0030] The following embodiments will be used to provide a detailed description of an installation structure, heat pump system, and clothing processing equipment of this application.

[0031] Example 1: As shown in Figures 1-8, this embodiment proposes an installation structure, which includes a frame assembly 1 and a mounting base 2. The frame assembly 1 consists of a base 11, a top frame 12, and four vertical beams 13. The base 11 is made of cold-rolled sheet metal and stamped to ensure that the load-bearing strength meets the installation requirements of the heat pump body 10. The vertical beams 13 are made of steel pipes, and their ends are fixed to the base 11 and the top frame 12 by welding, respectively, to form a stable frame body.

[0032] The top frame 12 is enclosed by a first crossbeam 121, a second crossbeam 122, a third crossbeam 123, and a fourth crossbeam 124 to form a mounting surface. All four crossbeams are made of rectangular steel tubing and are connected by angle brackets and bolts. Each of the first crossbeam 121, second crossbeam 122, and third crossbeam 123 has at least two first fixing holes 125 to provide precise mounting positions for the mounting base 2.

[0033] Mounting base 2, serving as the load-bearing structure of the heat pump body 10, is integrally injection molded from engineering plastic. It has a rectangular, platform-like structure with at least four guide surfaces at its bottom: a first guide surface 211, a second guide surface 212, a third guide surface 213, and a fourth guide surface 214. These correspond to the first crossbeam 121, the second crossbeam 122, the third crossbeam 123, and the fourth crossbeam 124 of the top frame 12, respectively. The area enclosed by each guide surface is lower than the highest surface of the crossbeams and is entirely within the frame enclosed by the crossbeams. This design facilitates quick alignment of the mounting base 2 and also provides structural buffering during equipment operation, reducing vibration transmission.

[0034] Mounting base 2 adopts a top-down assembly method. Through the cooperation of four guide surfaces with the four side beams of the top frame 12, it achieves rapid positioning and greatly improves assembly efficiency. Mounting base 2 is provided with at least two fixing through holes 22 on the front, left and right sides, which precisely cooperate with the first fixing hole 125 of the top frame 12. During assembly, bolts are passed through the fixing through holes 22 and the first fixing hole 125 and then tightened to achieve a firm connection between mounting base 2 and frame assembly 1.

[0035] Second fixing holes 23 are also provided around the top of the mounting base 2, with at least two second fixing holes 23 on the front side, at least three second fixing holes 23 on the left side, and at least one second fixing hole 23 on the right side, providing multi-point fixing for the installation of the panel 100 and the side panel and ensuring the rigidity of the connection.

[0036] Example 2: This embodiment presents a heat pump system.

[0037] As shown in Figures 1 and 7-11, this embodiment proposes a heat pump system, which includes the installation structure in Embodiment 1, and also includes a heat pump body 10 and an air duct assembly 20. The heat pump body 10 is an integral modular structure with mounting feet at the bottom, and is fixed to the top center of the mounting base 2 by bolts.

[0038] The air duct assembly 20 is located at one of the corners of the mounting base 2. This arrangement brings the air outlet of the air duct assembly 20 closer to the air inlet of the garment processing equipment drum, significantly reducing heat loss during airflow transmission. The air duct assembly 20 has an overall arc-shaped structure that conforms to the contour of the corner of the mounting base 2.

[0039] The air duct assembly 20 has a first integrally formed hanging ear 201 on its front side, with a third fixing hole 2011 and a fourth fixing hole 2012, corresponding to the seventh fixing hole 1003 on the panel 100 and the tenth fixing hole 3003 on the right side plate 300, respectively. The rear side has a second integrally formed hanging ear 202, with a fifth fixing hole 2021, corresponding to the eleventh fixing hole 3004 on the right side plate 300. This multi-point fixing design of the first and second hanging ears 201 and 202 ensures a secure connection between the air duct assembly 20 and the panel 100 and right side plate 300, preventing resonance of the air duct assembly 20 during equipment operation.

[0040] Example 3: This embodiment presents a clothing processing device.

[0041] As shown in Figures 9-11, this embodiment includes the heat pump system from Embodiment 2, as well as a panel 100, a left side panel 200, and a right side panel 300. All three are formed by cold-rolled sheet metal bending to ensure their service life meets equipment requirements.

[0042] The panel 100 has a rectangular structure with a first flange 1001 on the top. The flange width meets the connection requirements and the angle between the flange and the panel 100 body is a right angle. At least two sixth fixing holes 1002 and at least one seventh fixing hole 1003 are provided on the flange. The sixth fixing hole 1002 cooperates with the second fixing hole 23 on the front side of the mounting base 2. The seventh fixing hole 1003 cooperates with the third fixing hole 2011 of the first hanging ear 201. The panel 100 is synchronously fixed to the mounting base 2 and the air duct assembly 20 by bolts.

[0043] The left side plate 200 has a rectangular structure and a second flange 2001 at the top. The flange width is the same as the first flange 1001. At least three eighth fixing holes 2002 are opened on it, which correspond one-to-one with the second fixing holes 23 on the left side of the mounting base 2. They are fixed by bolts to ensure that the left side plate 200 and the mounting base 2 fit tightly together, and the fitting gap meets the assembly requirements.

[0044] The right side plate 300 has the same dimensions as the left side plate 200. A third flange 3001 is provided at the top, with the same flange width as the first flange 1001. At least one ninth fixing hole 3002, at least one tenth fixing hole 3003, and at least one eleventh fixing hole 3004 are provided on it. The ninth fixing hole 3002 mates with the second fixing hole 23 on the right side of the mounting base 2. The tenth fixing hole 3003 mates with the fourth fixing hole 2012 of the first hanging ear 201. The eleventh fixing hole 3004 mates with the fifth fixing hole 2021 of the second hanging ear 202. Multiple fixings are achieved between the right side plate 300 and the mounting base 2 and the air duct assembly 20 using bolts.

[0045] After the panel 100, left side panel 200, and right side panel 300 are installed, their highest surfaces are all higher than the top of the heat pump body 10, forming an integrated protective and reinforced structure that further enhances the overall rigidity. The tight fit between the flanged structure and the mounting base 2 significantly improves the lateral rigidity of the entire garment processing equipment, effectively suppressing lateral vibrations during operation and ensuring operational stability.

[0046] The various embodiments of this disclosure have been described above. These descriptions are exemplary and not exhaustive, nor are they limited to the disclosed embodiments. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the described embodiments. The terminology used herein is chosen to best explain the principles, practical application, or improvement of the technology in the market, or to enable others skilled in the art to understand the embodiments disclosed herein.

Claims

1. An installation structure, characterized in that, include: The frame assembly (1) includes a base (11), a top frame (12), and vertical beams (13) distributed around the base (11) and fixedly connected to the base (11) and the top frame (12). The mounting base (2) has at least one guide surface at its bottom; The mounting base (2) is guided by the guide surface to be set on the top frame (12) from top to bottom. After the two are assembled, the mounting base (2) is supported by the top frame (12), and the guide surface is located inside the top frame (12).

2. The installation structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting base (2) is fixed to the top frame (12) by fasteners.

3. The installation structure as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The fastener is a bolt or screw.

4. The mounting structure as described in claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The top frame (12) includes: a first crossbeam (121), a second crossbeam (122), a third crossbeam (123), and a fourth crossbeam (124); The first crossbeam (121), and / or the second crossbeam (122), and / or the third crossbeam (123) are provided with at least two first fixing holes (125); the mounting base (2) has fixing through holes (22) around its bottom that correspond to each of the first fixing holes (125); the fasteners are provided on the fixing through holes (22) and the first fixing holes (125).

5. The installation structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The guide surface is provided with at least four, and the first crossbeam (121), the second crossbeam (122), the third crossbeam (123) and the fourth crossbeam (124) are adjacent to or abut against at least one of the guide surfaces.

6. The installation structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The mounting base (2) has second fixing holes (23) spaced around its top perimeter in the circumferential direction.

7. A heat pump system, characterized in that, Including the mounting structure as described in claim 6; further including: The heat pump body (10) is mounted on the mounting base (2); And the air duct assembly (20), which is disposed at one end corner of the mounting base (2); The air duct assembly (20) is also provided with a first hanging ear (201), and the first hanging ear (201) is provided with a third fixing hole (2011) and a fourth fixing hole (2012).

8. The heat pump system as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The air duct assembly (20) is also provided with a second hanging ear (202), and the second hanging ear (202) is provided with a fifth fixing hole (2021).

9. A garment processing device, characterized in that, The system includes the heat pump system as described in claim 8; and further includes: a panel (100) disposed on the front side of the frame assembly (1); a left side panel (200) disposed on the left side of the frame assembly (1); and a right side panel (300) disposed on the right side of the frame assembly (1).

10. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The panel (100) has a first flange (1001) extending inward from the top, and the first flange (1001) has a sixth fixing hole (1002) that cooperates with the second fixing hole (23) on the front side of the mounting base (2). And / or a seventh fixing hole (1003) that mates with the third fixing hole (2011) of the first lug (201).

11. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The top of the left side plate (200) extends inward and is provided with a second flange (2001). The second flange (2001) is provided with an eighth fixing hole (2002) that corresponds to the second fixing hole (23) on the left side of the mounting base (2).

12. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The top of the right side plate (300) extends inward and is provided with a third flange (3001), and the third flange (3001) is provided with a ninth fixing hole (3002) that cooperates with the second fixing hole (23) on the right side of the mounting base (2). And / or a tenth fixing hole (3003) that mates with the fourth fixing hole (2012) of the first lug (201); And / or an eleventh fixing hole (3004) that mates with the fifth fixing hole (2021) of the second lug (202).

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