Tray assembly and dishwasher

Abstract

The utility model discloses a tray assembly and dish-washing machine, tray assembly includes: tray, the tray includes main part and the supporting part, the main part is equipped with the first accommodating cavity and the avoidance mouth who arranges the setting along the first direction, the supporting part is detachably installed in the main part for selectively opening or closing the avoidance mouth, the supporting part defines the second accommodating cavity, the depth of first accommodating cavity is greater than the depth of second accommodating cavity. Therefore, by setting the supporting part detachably installed in the main part, the supporting part can be separated from the main part to open the avoidance mouth, so that the avoidance mouth can be used for avoiding the tableware below the tray, and the supporting part can also be installed to the main part so that the tray can accommodate tableware of different sizes, thereby better coping with different working conditions, and the practicality of the tray assembly is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliances, and in particular to a tray assembly and a dishwasher. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, the depth of cutlery trays is usually small, and they can only be used to hold cutlery such as knives, forks and spoons. Their function is limited and it is difficult to meet the needs of customers. There is room for improvement. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a tray assembly in which the supporting part can be detached from the main body to open a clearance opening, allowing the clearance opening to allow tableware under the tray to pass, or the supporting part can be installed on the main body so that the tray can accommodate tableware of different sizes.

[0004] A pallet assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a pallet, the pallet including a main body and a supporting part, the main body having a first receiving cavity and a clearance opening arranged along a first direction, the supporting part being detachably installed on the main body for selectively opening or closing the clearance opening, the supporting part defining a second receiving cavity, the depth of the first receiving cavity being greater than the depth of the second receiving cavity.

[0005] According to the embodiment of the present utility model, the tray assembly is provided with a support part that is detachably installed on the main body. The support part can be removed from the main body to open the clearance opening, so that the clearance opening can be used to avoid tableware under the tray. Alternatively, the support part can be installed on the main body so that the tray can accommodate tableware of different sizes, thereby improving the practicality of the tray assembly.

[0006] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the first direction, the size of the clearance opening is smaller than the size of the support portion.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in a tray assembly, the supporting portion is configured to slide relative to the main body portion, and the supporting portion is adapted to at least partially open the clearance opening when sliding into the first receiving cavity.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the first direction, at least one first receiving cavity is provided on both sides of the clearance opening of the tray assembly.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the first direction, the size of the first receiving cavity is smaller than the size of the second receiving cavity.

[0010] The tray assembly according to some embodiments of the present invention further includes: a spray arm mounted below the main body, the spray arm being configured to spray water toward the first receiving cavity.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the bottom of the main body is provided with an upwardly recessed clearance space, and the spray arm is accommodated in the clearance space; the clearance space and the first accommodating cavity are arranged opposite each other in the height direction.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the tray assembly, the spray arm extends along a second direction, which intersects with the first direction; and / or, a plurality of first receiving cavities are provided, the plurality of first receiving cavities are arranged along the first direction, a plurality of spray arms are provided, and the plurality of spray arms are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of first receiving cavities.

[0013] The tray assembly according to some embodiments of the present invention further includes: a water supply component, the water supply component being disposed on one side of the tray along a second direction, the second direction intersecting the first direction, the water supply component having a water inlet at the middle of the first direction, and the water supply component having a water outlet at each end of the first direction communicating with the spray arm.

[0014] This utility model also proposes a dishwasher.

[0015] A dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a tray assembly according to any of the above embodiments.

[0016] The dishwasher and the tray assembly have the same advantages over the prior art, which will not be repeated here.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which: Figure 1 This is an isometric view of the tray assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention in a first mode; Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The tray assembly shown is an axonometric view in the second mode; Figure 3 yes Figure 1 The tray assembly shown is a side view in the second mode; Figure 4This is a top view of a tray assembly according to another embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A side view of the tray assembly shown; Figure 6 yes Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the water supply unit shown.

[0019] Figure label: Pallet assembly 100; First direction F1; Second direction F2; Tray 1; Main body 11; First receiving cavity 111; Clearance opening 112; Supporting part 12; Second receiving cavity 121; 2. Spray arm; 3. Water supply component; 31. Water inlet; 32. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0021] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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 of this utility model. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more. In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0022] Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings, a tray assembly 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0023] like Figures 1-6 As shown, the pallet assembly 100 according to an embodiment of the present utility model includes: a pallet 1, the pallet 1 including a main body 11 and a supporting part 12, the main body 11 having a first receiving cavity 111 and a clearance opening 112 arranged along a first direction F1, the supporting part 12 being detachably installed on the main body 11 for selectively opening or closing the clearance opening 112, the supporting part 12 defining a second receiving cavity 121, the depth of the first receiving cavity 111 being greater than the depth of the second receiving cavity 121.

[0024] For example, refer to Figures 1-3 As shown, the dishwasher includes a frame and a tray assembly 100. A receiving cavity is formed within the frame, divided into an upper space and a lower space. The tray assembly 100 is removably installed in the upper space of the receiving cavity. The tray assembly 100 includes a tray 1, which includes a main body 11 and a supporting part 12. The main body 11 and the supporting part 12 are separate molded parts. The main body 11 has a basket-like structure and can be made of metal wire, such as steel wire. The supporting part 12 has a bowl-like structure and can be integrally injection molded or made of metal wire.

[0025] The main body 11 is provided with a first receiving cavity 111 and a clearance opening 112. The first receiving cavity 111 and the clearance opening 112 are arranged along the first direction F1. The clearance opening 112 penetrates the main body 11 in the vertical direction. The supporting part 12 is detachably installed on the main body 11. The supporting part 12 is used to selectively open or close the clearance opening 112.

[0026] It should be noted that the tray assembly 100 is installed in the upper space of the receiving cavity, and the lower space of the receiving cavity is used to store large tableware such as bowls and plates. The tray assembly 100 has a first mode and a second mode. In the first mode, the supporting part 12 closes the clearance opening 112, and the height of the lower space is limited by the tray assembly 100. In the second mode, the supporting part 12 opens the clearance opening 112, and the lower space communicates with the clearance opening 112. Tableware in the lower space can extend into the upper space of the receiving cavity through the clearance opening 112, so that the lower space can accommodate larger tableware.

[0027] The support portion 12 defines a second receiving cavity 121. The first receiving cavity 111 and the second receiving cavity 121 are arranged along the first direction F1, and the depth of the first receiving cavity 111 is greater than the depth of the second receiving cavity 121. The first receiving cavity 111 can be used to accommodate larger tableware such as glass cups, mugs, and teacups, while the second receiving cavity 121 can be used to accommodate tableware such as knives, forks, and chopsticks.

[0028] It is understood that by removing the support part 12 from the main body part 11, the clearance opening 112 can be opened, so that the clearance opening 112 can be used to clear tableware in the lower space, so that the lower space can accommodate larger tableware. Furthermore, by installing the support part 12 to the main body part 11, the tray 1 has a first receiving cavity 111 and a second receiving cavity 121, so that the tray 1 can be used to accommodate tableware of different sizes.

[0029] According to the embodiment of the present utility model, the tray assembly 100 is provided with a support portion 12 that is detachably installed on the main body portion 11. The support portion 12 can be removed from the main body portion 11 to open the clearance opening 112, so that the clearance opening 112 can be used to clear tableware under the tray 1. Alternatively, the support portion 12 can be installed on the main body portion 11 so that the tray 1 can accommodate tableware of different sizes, thereby better coping with different working conditions and improving the practicality of the tray assembly 100.

[0030] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figures 2-3 As shown, in the first direction F1, the size of the clearance opening 112 can be set smaller than the size of the support portion 12. This ensures that the support portion 12 can completely seal the clearance opening 112, and allows the main body portion 11 to better support the support portion 12, thereby improving the installation stability of the support portion 12 and the reliability of the pallet assembly 100.

[0031] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, the support portion 12 is configured to slide relative to the main body portion 11, and the support portion 12 is adapted to at least partially open the clearance opening 112 when sliding into the first receiving cavity 111. Preferably, the support portion 12 can be configured to fully open the clearance opening 112 when sliding into the first receiving cavity 111. This allows for more flexible opening and closing of the clearance opening 112, facilitating the fulfillment of different usage needs and improving user satisfaction.

[0032] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figures 4-5 As shown, in the first direction F1, at least one first receiving cavity 111 is provided on both sides of the second receiving cavity 121. Exemplarily, two first receiving cavities 111 can be provided, with each first receiving cavity 111 located on one side of the second receiving cavity 121 along the first direction F1. This makes the structure of the tray 1 more uniform and helps to enhance the structural strength of the tray 1.

[0033] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figures 4-5 As shown, in the first direction F1, the size of the first receiving cavity 111 is smaller than the size of the second receiving cavity 121. This avoids the tray 1 excessively compressing the space below, improving space utilization and allowing the dishwasher to accommodate more dishes, thus enhancing the design rationality of the tray assembly 100.

[0034] In some embodiments of the present invention, the tray assembly 100 of the present invention further includes: a spray arm 2, which is mounted below the main body 11 and is configured to spray water toward the first receiving cavity 111.

[0035] For example, refer to Figures 1-3 As shown, the tray assembly 100 also includes a spray arm 2, which is mounted below the main body 11. The spray arm 2 is detachably connected to the main body 11 by screws or snap-fitted to the main body 11. The spray arm 2 is connected to an external water passage, which can allow washing liquid to be introduced into the spray arm 2. The spray arm 2 is configured to spray water into the first receiving cavity 111 at least.

[0036] Specifically, the spray arm 2 can be configured to spray water onto the first receiving cavity 111 to clean the tableware inside; alternatively, the spray arm 2 can be configured to spray water onto both the first receiving cavity 111 and the second receiving cavity 121 to clean the tableware inside both cavities. This allows the tray assembly 100 to also perform a cleaning function, improving its practicality.

[0037] In some embodiments of this utility model, an upwardly recessed clearance space can be provided at the bottom of the tray 1, and the spray arm 2 is matched with the clearance space and can be accommodated within the clearance space. This avoids the spray arm 2 encroaching on the space below the tray assembly 100, saving space and improving the design rationality of the tray assembly 100.

[0038] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figures 2-3 As shown, a clearance space can be provided and positioned opposite the first receiving cavity 111 along the height direction, so that the spray arm 2 can clean the tableware in the first receiving cavity 111 from below. This helps to eliminate cleaning dead corners in the first receiving cavity 111, improves the cleaning effect, and enhances the design rationality of the tray assembly 100.

[0039] In some embodiments of this utility model, the spray arm 2 extends along the second direction F2, which intersects with the first direction F1, and the spray arm 2 is provided with a first spray hole for spraying water toward the first receiving cavity 111.

[0040] For example, refer to Figures 1-3 As shown, the spray arm 2 can be configured to extend along a second direction F2, which intersects with a first direction F1. For example, the first direction F1 can be set as... Figure 1 The front and back directions are shown, and the second direction F2 is set as... Figure 1As shown in the left-right direction. The spray arm 2 is provided with first spray holes for spraying water toward the first receiving cavity 111. There are multiple first spray holes, which are arranged at intervals along the second direction F2. In this way, when tableware is placed in the first receiving cavity 111, the spray arm 2 can thoroughly clean the tableware through the multiple first spray holes. This eliminates cleaning dead corners in the first receiving cavity 111, ensures the cleaning effect of the spray arm 2 on the tableware, and improves the practicality of the tray assembly 100.

[0041] Of course, this invention is not limited to this. A second spray hole can also be provided on the spray arm 2, which is used to spray water into the second receiving cavity 121. In this way, the tableware in the second receiving cavity 121 can be thoroughly cleaned, improving the practicality of the tray assembly 100.

[0042] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figures 4-5 As shown, multiple first receiving cavities 111 are arranged along a first direction F1, and multiple spray arms 2 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the multiple first receiving cavities 111. For example, two first receiving cavities 111 can be provided, with each first receiving cavity 111 located on one side of a second receiving cavity 121 along the first direction F1, and two spray arms 2 can be provided, each spray arm 2 corresponding to one of the two first receiving cavities 111. This allows for thorough cleaning of the tableware within the first receiving cavities 111, improving the practicality of the tray assembly 100.

[0043] In some embodiments of the present invention, the tray assembly 100 of the present invention further includes: a water supply component 3, which is disposed on one side of the tray 1 along the second direction F2, the second direction F2 intersecting the first direction F1, the water supply component 3 having a water inlet 31 in the middle along the first direction F1, and the water supply component 3 having a water outlet 32 ​​communicating with the spray arm 2 at both ends along the first direction F1.

[0044] For example, refer to Figures 4-6 As shown, the tray assembly 100 also includes a water supply component 3, which is disposed on one side of the tray 1 along the second direction F2, which intersects with the first direction F1. For example, the first direction F1 can be set as... Figure 1 The front and back directions are shown, and the second direction F2 is set as... Figure 1 The left and right directions are shown.

[0045] The water supply component 3 has a water inlet 31 at its center along the first direction F1. The water inlet 31 is located on the side of the water supply component 3 away from the tray 1 and is used to communicate with an external water channel. The water supply component 3 has water outlets 32 at both ends along the first direction F1 and is used to communicate with the spray arm 2. The external water channel can supply water to the spray arm 2 through the water supply component 3 so that the spray arm 2 can rinse the tableware placed on the tray 1. In this way, centralized water supply can be achieved, simplifying the structure of the tray assembly 100 and improving the design rationality of the tray assembly 100.

[0046] This utility model also proposes a dishwasher.

[0047] A dishwasher according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a tray assembly 100 according to any of the above embodiments.

[0048] According to the present invention, the dishwasher has a first receiving cavity 111 and a second receiving cavity 121 on the tray 1 so that the tray 1 can be used to accommodate tableware of different sizes. The dishwasher also has a cleaning function by providing a spray arm 2, which improves the practicality of the tray assembly 100 and enhances the product competitiveness of the dishwasher.

[0049] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0050] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A tray assembly, characterized in that, include: The tray includes a main body and a supporting part. The main body has a first receiving cavity and a clearance opening arranged along a first direction. The supporting part is detachably installed on the main body to selectively open or close the clearance opening. The supporting part defines a second receiving cavity, and the depth of the first receiving cavity is greater than the depth of the second receiving cavity.

2. The tray assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the first direction, the size of the clearance opening is smaller than the size of the support portion.

3. The tray assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support portion is configured to slide relative to the main body portion, and the support portion is adapted to at least partially open the clearance opening when sliding into the first receiving cavity.

4. The tray assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the first direction, at least one first receiving cavity is provided on both sides of the clearance opening.

5. The tray assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the first direction, the size of the first receiving cavity is smaller than the size of the second receiving cavity.

6. The tray assembly according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, Also includes: A spray arm is mounted below the main body and is configured to spray water toward the first receiving cavity.

7. The tray assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The bottom of the main body is provided with an upwardly recessed clearance space, and the spray arm is accommodated within the clearance space; The clearance space is positioned opposite to the first receiving cavity along the height direction.

8. The tray assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, The spray arm extends along a second direction, which intersects with the first direction; And / or, the first receiving cavity is provided in multiple ways, the multiple first receiving cavities are arranged along the first direction, the spray arm is provided in multiple ways, and the multiple spray arms are arranged in one-to-one correspondence with the multiple first receiving cavities.

9. The tray assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, Also includes: water supply The water supply component is located on one side of the tray along a second direction, which intersects with the first direction. The water supply component has a water inlet in the middle of the first direction and water outlets communicating with the spray arm at both ends of the water supply component along the first direction.

10. A dishwasher, characterized in that, include: The tray assembly according to any one of claims 1-9.

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