A detergent dispenser and a laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

The embodiment of the present application provides a detergent feeding device and a clothes processing apparatus. The liquid storage box comprises a first box body and a second box body. The first box body and the second box body enclose a liquid storage cavity. At least part of the first box body extends upward in the vertical direction to form a liquid feeding port. The liquid feeding port is in communication with the liquid storage cavity. The detergent feeding device can reduce the occupation of the horizontal layout space in the clothes processing apparatus.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and in particular to a detergent dispensing device and clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, the liquid storage box of the garment processing equipment is a horizontally pull-out box, which is arranged horizontally and allows detergent to be added by pulling out the box. However, in related technologies, the liquid storage box occupies a lot of horizontal space within the garment processing equipment, resulting in an increase in the size of the garment processing equipment and hindering its miniaturization. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, embodiments of this application provide a detergent dispensing device and a clothing processing device that can reduce the space occupied by the horizontal layout within the clothing processing device.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this application embodiment is implemented as follows:

[0005] The first aspect of this application provides a detergent dispensing device, comprising:

[0006] The liquid storage box includes a first box body and a second box body, which together form a liquid storage cavity. At least a portion of the first box body extends vertically upward to form a liquid inlet, which communicates with the liquid storage cavity.

[0007] In one embodiment, the plane containing the liquid inlet is parallel to the plane containing the clothing inlet of the clothing processing device.

[0008] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the wall of the first box gradually narrows along a first direction, and a portion of the wall of the first box extends upward along the vertical direction to form the liquid dispensing port, wherein the first direction intersects the vertical direction.

[0009] In one embodiment, the first box body includes a first wall near the liquid dispensing port, the first wall extending upward along the vertical direction, and the dimension of the first wall along the first direction is smaller than the maximum dimension of the wall of the liquid storage box along the first direction.

[0010] In one embodiment, the first housing includes a plate located at the liquid dispensing port, a portion of the plate protruding to form a flange that extends circumferentially around the liquid dispensing port and extends from a mounting notch on the front panel of the garment processing device.

[0011] In one embodiment, the first box body further includes at least one positioning post disposed on the plate body, and a portion of the plate body has an assembly hole. The positioning post is used to position and cooperate with the front panel of the clothing processing device so that the assembly hole is in an assembly position that cooperates with the front panel.

[0012] In one embodiment, at least one of the first housing and the second housing forms an intermediate cavity, the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity are separated, and the liquid storage cavity is used to supply liquid to the intermediate cavity.

[0013] In one embodiment, at least one of the first housing and the second housing forms a liquid flow channel, which is connected to the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity, respectively.

[0014] In one embodiment, the detergent dispensing device includes a liquid extraction component, which is connected to the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity respectively to form a liquid supply path from the liquid storage cavity to the intermediate cavity.

[0015] In one embodiment, the intermediate cavity has a liquid inlet, a water inlet, and a liquid outlet, the liquid storage cavity has a liquid outlet, and the liquid pumping assembly is connected to the liquid outlet and the liquid inlet, respectively.

[0016] In one embodiment, the liquid outlet includes a first liquid outlet and a second liquid outlet, the first liquid outlet and the second liquid outlet are respectively located on opposite sides of the water inlet, and the liquid inlet is located between the water inlet and the second liquid outlet.

[0017] In one embodiment, the liquid storage box further includes a sealing element, wherein at the junction of the first box body and the second box body, a portion of at least one of the first box body and the second box body is recessed to form a sealing groove, and the sealing element is disposed within the sealing groove.

[0018] In one embodiment, the liquid storage box includes a first positioning part and a second positioning part. The first positioning part is disposed on the first box body, and the second positioning part is disposed on the second box body. The first positioning part and the second positioning part are positioned and engaged.

[0019] In one embodiment, one of the first positioning part and the second positioning part is a positioning post, and the other has a positioning hole, wherein the positioning post is inserted into the positioning hole; and / or,

[0020] The first box body is provided with at least two first positioning parts, and the second box body is provided with at least two second positioning parts. The first positioning parts and the second positioning parts correspond one-to-one and are positioned in coordination.

[0021] In one embodiment, the liquid storage box further includes a float and a magnetic induction switch. The magnetic induction switch is disposed outside the liquid storage cavity and located on the bottom side of the liquid storage cavity. The float is disposed inside the liquid storage cavity and can move with the rise and fall of the detergent liquid level in the liquid storage cavity to switch between magnetically engaging with the magnetic induction switch and disengaging from magnetic engagement, so that the magnetic induction switch outputs a detection signal.

[0022] In one embodiment, the liquid storage box further includes a guide post disposed in the liquid storage cavity, one end of the guide post being disposed on the bottom wall of the liquid storage cavity, and the other end extending toward the top of the liquid storage cavity, and the float being sleeved on the guide post.

[0023] In one embodiment, the liquid storage box includes a blocking wall located on the top side of the guide post, a portion of the blocking wall protruding to form a limiting member, the limiting member being located on the top side of the guide post, and the distance between the limiting member and the guide post being less than the height of the float.

[0024] In one embodiment, the first box and the second box are an integral structure; or, the first box and the second box are separate structures.

[0025] In one embodiment, the first box is fixedly disposed above the second box.

[0026] A second aspect of this application provides a garment processing device, which includes any of the detergent dispensing devices described above.

[0027] This application provides a detergent dispensing device and a laundry treatment device. The liquid storage box includes a first box and a second box. On one hand, the first box and the second box enclose a liquid storage cavity. That is, the liquid storage cavity is formed by the first box and the second box, thus increasing the capacity of the liquid storage cavity. On the other hand, at least a portion of the first box extends vertically upward to form a liquid inlet, which communicates with the liquid storage cavity. Therefore, it is convenient to arrange the first box vertically, so as to better utilize the vertical space within the laundry treatment device, thereby reducing the space occupied by the detergent dispensing device in the horizontal direction within the laundry treatment device, which is beneficial to the miniaturization of the laundry treatment device. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a detergent dispensing device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Structural diagrams of the first and second boxes;

[0030] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Sectional view along line AA;

[0031] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of the central liquid storage box from another perspective;

[0032] Figure 5 for Figure 2 Another structural schematic diagram of the central liquid storage box;

[0033] Figure 6 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second box in the middle;

[0034] Figure 7 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a garment processing device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0035] Figure 8 for Figure 6 A structural schematic diagram of the second box from another perspective;

[0036] Figure 9 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first box in the middle;

[0037] Figure 10 for Figure 9 A structural schematic diagram of the first box from another perspective.

[0038] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0039] 10. Detergent dispensing device; 11. Liquid storage box; 11a. Liquid storage chamber; 11aa. Liquid outlet; 11ab. Liquid dispensing port; 11b. Intermediate cavity; 11ba. First liquid outlet; 11bb. Second liquid outlet; 11bc. Water inlet; 11bd. Liquid inlet; 111. First box body; 111a. Assembly hole; 111b. Sealing groove; 1111. First wall body; 1112. Plate body; 1113. Flange; 1114. Positioning post; 112. Second box body; 113. First positioning part; 114. Second positioning part; 115. Float; 116. Magnetic induction switch; 117. Guide post; 118. Baffle wall; 119. Limiting component; 12. Cover body; 13. Liquid extraction assembly; S1. First water flow path; S2. Second water flow path. Detailed Implementation

[0040] In this application, the orientation or positional relationship of "first direction" and "vertical direction" is based on the appendix. Figure 3The orientation or positional relationship shown is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0041] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0042] The specific technical features described in the specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. For example, different combinations of specific technical features can form different embodiments and technical solutions. To avoid unnecessary repetition, the various possible combinations of the specific technical features in this application will not be described separately.

[0043] In the following description, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used merely to distinguish different objects and do not imply any similarity or connection between them. It should be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element. "A plurality of" means two or more.

[0044] One embodiment of this application provides a detergent dispensing device 10. Please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figures 1 to 3 The detergent dispensing device 10 includes a liquid storage box 11.

[0045] The liquid storage box 11 includes a first box body 111 and a second box body 112. The first box body 111 and the second box body 112 enclose a liquid storage cavity 11a. At least a portion of the first box body 111 extends vertically upward to form a liquid inlet 11ab, which communicates with the liquid storage cavity 11a.

[0046] Specifically, the liquid storage chamber 11a is used to store detergent, and the type of detergent is not limited, such as laundry liquid, washing aid liquid or fabric softener.

[0047] The first box 111 and the second box 112 are box structures of different areas of the liquid storage box 11, and their specific relative positions can be set according to the actual situation.

[0048] For example, the first box 111 is fixedly positioned above the second box 112. That is, the first box 111 is the upper box, and the second box 112 is the lower box. This vertical connection facilitates the structural layout along the vertical direction.

[0049] Of course, in other embodiments, the relative positions of the first box 111 and the second box 112 can be arranged in other ways. For example, at least a portion of the first box 111 and the second box 112 are arranged in a horizontal direction.

[0050] The connection method between the first box 111 and the second box 112 is not limited.

[0051] For example, the first housing 111 and the second housing 112 are a single integrated structure. This improves the connection stability of the first housing 111 and the second housing 112. For example, the first housing 111 and the second housing 112 can be welded into a single integrated structure.

[0052] For example, the first box 111 and the second box 112 are separate structures. This facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the first box 111 and the second box 112. For example, the first box 111 and the second box 112 can be fixed by snap-fit, fastening, plug-in or other connection methods.

[0053] The liquid storage chamber 11a is formed by a first box 111 and a second box 112. The liquid storage box 11 includes at least a first box 111 and a second box 112, and both boxes can be used to store detergent. For example, the first box 111 has a first sub-cavity, and the second box 112 has a second sub-cavity. The first and second sub-cavities together form the liquid storage chamber 11a. By connecting the first box 111 and the second box 112, it is possible to increase the capacity of the liquid storage chamber 11a, and it is also easier to design the structure of the first box 111.

[0054] The liquid dispensing port 11ab is a box on the first box 111 used by the user to put detergent into the liquid storage chamber 11a.

[0055] Depending on the actual situation, the entire first box 111 can extend vertically upwards to form the liquid inlet 11ab, or a portion of the first box 111 can extend vertically upwards to form the liquid inlet 11ab.

[0056] By extending upward in the vertical direction, the first box 111 can increase its vertical dimension, so that the liquid storage box 11 can make better use of the vertical space inside the clothing processing equipment.

[0057] Another embodiment of this application provides a garment processing device, which includes the detergent dispensing device 10 described in any of the present applications.

[0058] It should be noted that there are no restrictions on the type of clothing processing equipment; it can be a washing machine or a washer-dryer combo.

[0059] The installation location of the detergent dispensing device 10 within the clothing processing equipment can be set according to actual conditions.

[0060] For example, the plane containing the liquid inlet 11ab is parallel to the plane containing the garment inlet of the garment handling equipment. The garment inlet refers to the opening on the garment handling equipment used by the user to insert fabric into the washing chamber. The parallelism between the plane containing the liquid inlet 11ab and the plane containing the garment inlet makes the outer surface of the garment handling equipment smoother.

[0061] For example, please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 7 The first box 111 and the second box 112 are fixedly installed on the front panel of the garment processing equipment. The first box 111 and the second box 112 cannot be pulled out of the front panel. The liquid storage box 11 also includes a cover 12 that is movably disposed at the liquid dispensing port 11ab. The user can dispense detergent by opening the cover 12.

[0062] In related technologies, since the liquid storage box of the garment processing equipment needs to be pulled out by the user in a horizontal direction, to avoid an excessively large opening on the front panel of the garment processing equipment, the liquid storage box adopts a square single box body, and the capacity of the liquid storage chamber is increased by extending the length of the liquid storage box in the horizontal direction. However, the usable space in the horizontal direction inside the garment processing equipment is relatively less than the usable space in the vertical direction. Extending the liquid storage box in the horizontal direction will increase the size of the garment processing equipment, which is not conducive to the miniaturization of the garment processing equipment.

[0063] In the detergent dispensing device 10 of this application embodiment, the liquid storage box 11 includes a first box body 111 and a second box body 112. On one hand, the first box body 111 and the second box body 112 enclose a liquid storage cavity 11a. That is, the liquid storage cavity 11a is formed by the first box body 111 and the second box body 112, thereby increasing the capacity of the liquid storage cavity 11a. On the other hand, at least a portion of the first box body 111 extends vertically upward to form a liquid dispensing port 11ab, which communicates with the liquid storage cavity 11a. Thus, it is convenient to arrange the first box body 111 vertically, so as to make better use of the vertical space in the clothing processing equipment, thereby reducing the space occupied by the detergent dispensing device 10 in the horizontal direction in the clothing processing equipment, which is conducive to the miniaturization of the clothing processing equipment.

[0064] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 At least a portion of the wall of the first container 111 gradually narrows along a first direction, and a portion of the wall of the first container 111 extends vertically upward to form a liquid inlet 11ab, with the first direction intersecting the vertical direction. This allows for better utilization of the internal space of the garment processing equipment and significantly increases the capacity of the liquid storage chamber 11a.

[0065] Specifically, the wall of the first box 111 refers to the inner wall of the first box 111 used to form the liquid storage cavity 11a.

[0066] Viewed vertically, a portion of the wall of the first container 111 extends upwards to form a liquid inlet 11ab at the top of the first container 111. Viewed from the first direction, at least a portion of the wall of the first container 111 gradually contracts. This contraction can occur in only a portion of the wall towards the first direction, or in the entire wall towards the first direction.

[0067] In fact, along the first direction, the wall of the first housing 111 gradually contracts towards the side away from the liquid inlet 11ab. That is, in a direction perpendicular to the first direction, the spatial dimensions of the liquid storage cavity 11a region formed by the wall of the first housing 111 gradually decrease towards the side away from the liquid inlet 11ab. Figure 3 As can be seen, the wall of the first box 111 gradually contracts to the left, causing the space formed by the wall of the first box 111 to gradually decrease in size to the left.

[0068] It should be noted that the above-mentioned gradual contraction does not mean that the wall of the first box 111 must be linearly contracted. It can be that there are abrupt expansions in some areas, or that there are areas that neither contract nor expand. As long as the wall of the first box 111 gradually contracts and moves closer to the liquid inlet 11ab, it is acceptable.

[0069] In fact, judging from its appearance, the first box 111 is roughly narrower at the top and wider at the bottom. This facilitates the installation of the detergent dispensing device 10 inside the garment processing equipment.

[0070] For example, the roller of the garment processing device is inclinedly disposed within the outer casing of the garment processing device, with the roller inclined upwards, resulting in a gap area (such as an approximate triangular space) between the roller and the outer casing that is narrower at the top and wider at the bottom. Therefore, by causing at least a portion of the wall of the first container 111 to gradually narrow along a first direction, and by causing a portion of the wall of the first container 111 to extend vertically upwards to form a liquid inlet 11ab, the first container 111 can present an overall shape that is narrower at the top and wider at the bottom, better matching the aforementioned space and thus maximizing space utilization.

[0071] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 The first box 111 includes a first wall 1111 near the liquid inlet 11ab. The first wall 1111 extends vertically upward, and the dimension of the first wall 1111 along the first direction (e.g.) Figure 3 The intermediate dimension B) is smaller than the maximum dimension of the wall of the liquid storage box 11 along the first direction (e.g., Figure 3 Medium size C).

[0072] In fact, the first wall 1111 is disposed between the second box 112 and the liquid inlet 11ab. The first wall 1111 extends vertically upward to form the liquid inlet 11ab.

[0073] Along the first direction, the spatial dimension of the liquid storage cavity 11a region formed at the first wall 1111 is smaller than the external dimension of the wall of the liquid storage box 11. As a result, a clearance space can be formed on one side of the first wall 1111 along the first direction. This clearance space can be used to avoid the roller of the garment processing equipment, so that the detergent dispensing device 10 will not affect the installation of the roller, and the miniaturization of the garment processing equipment can be better achieved.

[0074] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 9 The first housing 111 includes a plate 1112 located at the liquid inlet 11ab. A portion of the plate 1112 protrudes to form a flange 1113, which extends circumferentially around the liquid inlet 11ab and extends from the mounting notch on the front panel of the garment handling device. This improves the installation stability of the detergent dispensing device 10 to the front panel and also facilitates the user's addition of detergent to the liquid inlet 11ab.

[0075] Specifically, by fixing the plate 1112 to the front panel, the first box 111 and the second box 112 can be well fixed to the front panel, and the first box 111 and the second box 112 cannot be pulled out by the user. In fact, the liquid storage box 11 also includes a cover 12 that is movably disposed at the liquid dispensing port 11ab, and the user can open the liquid dispensing port 11ab by opening the cover 12.

[0076] The first box 111 and the second box 112 are both installed on the inside of the front panel. The plate 1112 of the first box 111 has a flange 1113. The flange 1113 extends to the outside of the front panel through the mounting notch, so as to facilitate the mating with the cover 12 of the liquid storage box 11.

[0077] It should be noted that the mounting method of panel 1112 and the front panel is not limited.

[0078] For example, please see Figure 9 The first housing 111 also includes at least one positioning post 1114 disposed on the plate 1112. A portion of the plate 1112 has an assembly hole 111a. The positioning post 1114 is used to position and engage with the front panel of the garment processing equipment, so that the assembly hole 111a is in the assembly position that engages with the front panel. This facilitates the installation of the plate 1112 onto the front panel and improves the ease of installation of the first housing 111.

[0079] Specifically, the first box 111 may have only one positioning post 1114 or multiple positioning posts 1114.

[0080] The positioning post 1114 is positioned and engaged with the front panel of the garment processing equipment, and the specific engagement method is not limited. For example, the front panel of the garment processing equipment has at least one positioning hole, and the positioning post 1114 is inserted into the positioning hole one by one to achieve positioning engagement.

[0081] The mounting hole 111a is used for assembly with the front panel, and the specific assembly method is not limited. For example, the front panel has a connecting hole corresponding to the mounting hole 111a. When the positioning post 1114 is positioned and engaged with the front panel of the garment handling equipment, the mounting hole 111a and the connecting hole are connected one-to-one and fastened together by fasteners.

[0082] In fact, when the positioning post 1114 is positioned and engaged with the front panel of the garment processing equipment, the assembly hole 111a can be accurately located at the position corresponding to the front panel, thereby facilitating the connection between the plate 1112 and the front panel.

[0083] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3At least one of the first housing 111 and the second housing 112 forms an intermediate cavity 11b, which is separated from the liquid storage cavity 11a. The liquid storage cavity 11a is used to supply liquid to the intermediate cavity 11b. Thus, by integrating both the intermediate cavity 11b and the liquid storage cavity 11a onto the liquid storage box 11, the structure of the detergent dispensing device 10 can be simplified.

[0084] Specifically, the intermediate cavity 11b is a cavity for supplying water and mixing detergent. In fact, the intermediate cavity 11b also has a liquid outlet, which allows the water mixed with detergent to flow out and then flow into the clothing processing cavity of the clothing processing equipment.

[0085] Depending on the actual situation, the intermediate cavity 11b can be formed by the first box 111, the intermediate cavity 11b can be formed by the second box 112, or the intermediate cavity 11b can be formed by the first box 111 and the second box 112 together.

[0086] It should be noted that the liquid storage chamber 11a can supply liquid to the intermediate chamber 11b, and the specific liquid supply method is not limited.

[0087] For example, at least one of the first housing 111 and the second housing 112 forms a liquid flow channel, which is connected to the intermediate cavity 11b and the storage cavity 11a, respectively. That is, the intermediate cavity 11b and the storage cavity 11a are directly connected through the liquid flow channel, and the detergent in the storage cavity 11a can directly enter the intermediate cavity 11b through the liquid flow channel to mix with the water in the intermediate cavity 11b. The user can manually add the detergent to the storage cavity 11a.

[0088] For example, please refer to Figure 1 The detergent dispensing device 10 includes a liquid extraction component 13, which is connected to the intermediate cavity 11b and the liquid storage cavity 11a to form a liquid supply path from the liquid storage cavity 11a to the intermediate cavity 11b.

[0089] Specifically, water flows through the intermediate cavity 11b. Therefore, by setting up the liquid extraction component 13, detergent can be extracted from the storage cavity 11a as needed and automatically added to the intermediate cavity 11b, where it mixes with the water. This eliminates the need for precise control of the amount of detergent added at once, allowing users to add a larger amount at once, eliminating the need for additional detergent in subsequent washes. This reduces manual operation and makes the garment processing equipment more convenient to use.

[0090] When the liquid extraction assembly 13 is not working, the intermediate chamber 11b and the liquid storage chamber 11a are not connected. However, when the liquid extraction assembly 13 is working, it can extract the detergent from the liquid storage chamber 11a into the intermediate chamber 11b.

[0091] The liquid extraction assembly 13 is a structure capable of extracting liquid, such as a liquid extraction pump. When the liquid extraction assembly 13 is activated, it enables the detergent stored in the liquid storage chamber 11a to flow to the intermediate chamber 11b, thereby forming a liquid supply path from the liquid storage chamber 11a to the intermediate chamber 11b.

[0092] For example, please refer to Figure 1 The detergent dispensing device 10 also includes connecting pipes, which include a first infusion pipe and a second infusion pipe. The two ends of the first infusion pipe are respectively connected to the storage chamber 11a and the extraction component 13, and the two ends of the second infusion pipe are respectively connected to the intermediate chamber 11b and the extraction component 13. Thus, by connecting the extraction component 13 to both the intermediate chamber 11b and the storage chamber 11a through the connecting pipes, the extraction component 13 can be flexibly arranged within the garment processing equipment, making better use of the available space within the garment processing equipment for its placement.

[0093] In this embodiment, the intermediate cavity 11b and the liquid storage cavity 11a are isolated from each other. Although both the intermediate cavity 11b and the liquid storage cavity 11a are integrated on the liquid storage box 11, they are not directly connected. Instead, the detergent is drawn out by the liquid extraction component 13 to achieve liquid supply.

[0094] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 The intermediate cavity 11b has a liquid inlet 11bd, a water inlet 11bc, and a liquid outlet, while the storage cavity 11a has a liquid outlet 11aa. The liquid extraction assembly 13 is connected to both the liquid outlet 11aa and the liquid inlet 11bd. Therefore, a fixed amount of detergent can be automatically extracted by the liquid extraction assembly 13 and supplied to the intermediate cavity 11b as needed, allowing for better mixing of water and detergent within the intermediate cavity 11b.

[0095] Specifically, the liquid outlet 11aa is an opening on the wall of the liquid storage chamber 11a, which is used to allow the detergent stored in the liquid storage chamber 11a to flow out.

[0096] The liquid inlet 11bd is an opening on the wall of the intermediate cavity 11b, which is used to allow detergent to enter the intermediate cavity 11b.

[0097] The inlet 11bc is an opening on the wall of the intermediate cavity 11b, which is used to supply water flow into the intermediate cavity 11b.

[0098] It should be noted that the number of liquid outlets provided on the intermediate cavity 11b can be set according to the actual situation.

[0099] For example, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6The liquid outlet includes a first liquid outlet 11ba and a second liquid outlet 11bb. The first liquid outlet 11ba and the second liquid outlet 11bb are located on opposite sides of the inlet 11bc, and the inlet 11bd is located between the inlet 11bc and the second liquid outlet 11bb.

[0100] Specifically, the inlet 11bc is connected to the first outlet 11ba to form a first water flow path S1 from the inlet 11bc to the first outlet 11ba (see... Figure 6 The inlet 11bc is connected to the second outlet 11bb to form a second water flow path S2 from the inlet 11bc to the second outlet 11bb (see...). Figure 6 The second water flow path S2 is separated from the first water flow path S1. The liquid inlet 11bd is located on the second water flow path S2. Thus, two water flow paths can be formed within the intermediate cavity 11b, and detergent is supplied to the second water flow path S2 so that the detergent mixes only with the water flow in the second water flow path S2. This allows the mixed washing water on the second water flow path S2 to wash the fabrics in the washing drum. Simultaneously, the water flowing along the first water flow path S1 can be used for other water treatment processes. Therefore, the intermediate cavity 11b of the detergent dispensing device 10 can achieve water flow separation and detergent mixing without the need for additional independent water pipes, reducing the space occupied inside the garment processing equipment and simplifying its internal structure.

[0101] Since the liquid inlet 11bd is located between the water inlet 11bc and the second liquid outlet 11bb, the detergent flowing along the liquid supply path is supplied to the second water flow path S2 for mixing with the water flowing along the second water flow path S2.

[0102] It should be noted that the order of liquid and water supply in the detergent dispensing device 10 is not limited. For example, the liquid extraction component 13 can be activated first to allow the detergent to flow along the liquid supply path and into the intermediate cavity 11b through the liquid inlet 11bd. Then, water is introduced through the water inlet 11bc to form a first water flow path S1 and a second water flow path S2, thereby allowing the water flow on the second water flow path S2 to mix with the detergent.

[0103] In some embodiments, water may first be introduced through inlet 11bc to form a first water flow path S1 and a second water flow path S2, and then the liquid extraction assembly 13 may be activated to supply detergent through inlet 11bd to the intermediate cavity 11b for mixing with the water flow on the second water flow path S2.

[0104] Of course, in other embodiments, the liquid pumping assembly 13 can be activated at the same time as water is introduced through the water inlet 11bc, so as to supply detergent through the liquid inlet 11bd.

[0105] The first outlet 11ba and the second outlet 11bb are openings on the wall of the intermediate cavity 11b.

[0106] The first outlet 11ba is connected to the inlet 11bc to form a first water flow path S1. A portion of the water flowing in from the inlet 11bc can flow along the first water flow path S1 and flow out from the first outlet 11ba. The second outlet 11bb is connected to the inlet 11bc to form a second water flow path S2. Another portion of the water flowing in from the inlet 11bc can flow along the second water flow path S2 to mix with the detergent supplied by the liquid supply path and flow out from the second outlet 11bb.

[0107] It should be noted that the second water flow path S2 is separate from the first water flow path S1. This means that the water flowing along the first water flow path S1 and the water flowing along the second water flow path S2 flow separately. This significantly reduces the risk of water flowing along the second water flow path S2 leaking into the first water flow path S1 after mixing with detergent, and effectively prevents contamination of the water flowing along the first water flow path S1.

[0108] It should be noted that the intermediate cavity 11b may only have a first outlet 11ba and a second outlet 11bb, so that only two water flow paths are formed within the intermediate cavity 11b. Of course, the intermediate cavity 11b may also be provided with other outlets so that the number of water flow paths formed within the intermediate cavity 11b is greater than two.

[0109] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 10 The liquid storage box 11 also includes a seal. At the junction of the first box body 111 and the second box body 112, at least one portion of the first box body 111 and the second box body 112 is recessed to form a sealing groove 111b, and the seal is disposed within the sealing groove 111b. This provides a better sealing effect and reduces the risk of detergent spilling from the junction of the first box body 111 and the second box body 112.

[0110] It should be noted that the sealing groove 111b may be formed only in a portion of the first box 111, or only in a portion of the second box 112, or both the first box 111 and the second box 112 may have the sealing groove 111b formed.

[0111] The specific structure of the seal is not limited, as long as it can be placed in the sealing groove 111b to achieve a sealing effect. For example, the seal is a sealing ring.

[0112] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 10The liquid storage box 11 includes a first positioning part 113 and a second positioning part 114. The first positioning part 113 is disposed on the first box body 111, and the second positioning part 114 is disposed on the second box body 112. The first positioning part 113 and the second positioning part 114 are positioned and engaged. Therefore, during the installation of the first box body 111 and the second box body 112, it is easy to align the two and achieve quick assembly.

[0113] It should be noted that the first positioning part 113 and the second positioning part 114 cooperate with each other to achieve a good positioning and installation effect. Their specific structural form is not limited.

[0114] For example, please see Figure 6 and Figure 10 One of the first positioning part 113 and the second positioning part 114 is a positioning post 1114, and the other has a positioning hole, in which the positioning post 1114 is inserted. Thus, by inserting the positioning post 1114 into the positioning hole, the first box 111 and the second box 112 can be positioned and installed.

[0115] Depending on the actual situation, the first positioning part 113 can be a positioning post 1114, and the second positioning part 114 can be a positioning hole. Alternatively, the second positioning part 114 can be a positioning post 1114, and the first positioning part 113 can be a positioning hole.

[0116] In other embodiments, the first positioning part 113 and the second positioning part 114 may also be positioned by means such as snap-fit ​​positioning or magnetic positioning.

[0117] The number of first positioning units 113 and second positioning units 114 is unlimited.

[0118] For example, the first housing 111 is provided with at least two first positioning parts 113, and the second housing 112 is provided with at least two second positioning parts 114. The first positioning parts 113 and the second positioning parts 114 correspond one-to-one and are positioned in coordination. That is, the number of first positioning parts 113 and the number of second positioning parts 114 are the same, and the number of each is greater than or equal to two. Therefore, it is possible to better prevent the first housing 111 and the second housing 112 from shaking, and to improve the positioning effect of the first positioning parts 113 and the second positioning parts 114.

[0119] Of course, in other embodiments, only one of the first positioning part 113 and the second positioning part 114 may be used.

[0120] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 8The liquid storage box 11 also includes a float 115 and a magnetic induction switch 116. The magnetic induction switch 116 is located outside the liquid storage cavity 11a and at the bottom side of the liquid storage cavity 11a. The float 115 is located inside the liquid storage cavity 11a and can move with the rise and fall of the detergent liquid level in the liquid storage cavity 11a to switch between magnetically engaging with the magnetic induction switch 116 and disengaging from magnetic engagement, so that the magnetic induction switch 116 outputs a detection signal. Thus, by observing the engagement state between the magnetic induction switch 116 and the float 115, it is possible to determine whether the amount of detergent stored in the liquid storage cavity 11a is low.

[0121] Specifically, when the float 115 is located in the region of the liquid storage cavity 11a near the magnetic induction switch 116, the magnetic induction switch 116 can magnetically engage with the float 115.

[0122] Depending on the actual situation, the float 115 may only have a portion of its area (such as the bottom area) that can magnetically engage with the magnetic induction switch 116, or the entire area may be able to magnetically engage with the magnetic induction switch 116.

[0123] The magnetic induction switch 116 can conduct external circuits to output signals after magnetically engaging with the float 115. Simultaneously, it can disconnect the external circuits and interrupt the signal when the float 115 disengages from the magnetic engagement. Therefore, by switching the magnetic induction switch 116 on and off, it is possible to accurately determine whether the detergent level in the storage chamber 11a is sufficient.

[0124] The specific structural type of the magnetic induction switch 116 can be set according to the actual situation. For example, the magnetic induction switch 116 is a door magnetic switch.

[0125] The float 115 is movably disposed within the liquid storage chamber 11a. As the detergent level in the liquid storage chamber 11a rises and falls, the float 115 floats up and down under the influence of buoyancy. When there is a large amount of detergent in the liquid storage chamber 11a, the float 115 rises, thus disengaging from the magnetic induction switch 116. When there is a small amount of detergent in the liquid storage chamber 11a, the float 115 moves downwards until it is magnetically attracted by the magnetic induction switch 116.

[0126] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 6 The liquid storage box 11 also includes a guide post 117 disposed within the liquid storage cavity 11a. One end of the guide post 117 is disposed on the bottom wall of the liquid storage cavity 11a, and the other end extends towards the top of the liquid storage cavity 11a. The float 115 is sleeved on the guide post 117. By providing the guide post 117, the float 115 can be better guided to move in the vertical direction, which can reduce the risk of the float 115 deviating from the set movement path.

[0127] It should be noted that a through hole is formed in the middle of the float 115, and the guide post 117 passes through the through hole. As a result, under the buoyancy of the detergent in the liquid storage chamber 11a, the float 115 can rise well along the extension direction of the guide post 117 as the amount of detergent increases, and fall as the amount of detergent decreases.

[0128] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 The liquid reservoir 11 includes a blocking wall 118 located on the top side of the guide post 117. A portion of the blocking wall 118 protrudes to form a limiting member 119. The limiting member 119 is located on the top side of the guide post 117, and the distance between the limiting member 119 and the guide post 117 is less than the height of the float 115. Therefore, the float 115 can be effectively prevented from detaching from the guide post 117, thus providing a better limiting effect.

[0129] Specifically, the blocking wall 118 is located on the top side of the guide post 117, and the limiting member 119 is a protruding structure of the blocking wall 118 protruding into the liquid storage cavity 11a. By blocking the top of the guide post 117 with the limiting member 119, the detachment of the float 115 can be effectively restricted.

[0130] It should be noted that the limiting component 119 and the guide post 117 can be connected to each other or spaced apart. However, the distance between them is less than the height of the float 115, thus achieving a better limiting effect.

[0131] In the description of this application, the references to terms such as "in one embodiment," "in some embodiments," "in a specific embodiment," or "exemplary," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this application, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. Furthermore, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine the different embodiments or examples described in this application, as well as the features of the different embodiments or examples.

[0132] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application are included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A detergent dispensing device, characterized in that, include: The liquid storage box includes a first box body and a second box body, which together form a liquid storage cavity. At least a portion of the first box body extends vertically upward to form a liquid inlet, which communicates with the liquid storage cavity.

2. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plane containing the liquid inlet is parallel to the plane containing the clothing inlet of the clothing processing device.

3. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, At least a portion of the wall of the first box gradually narrows along a first direction, and a portion of the wall of the first box extends upward along the vertical direction to form the liquid dispensing port, wherein the first direction intersects the vertical direction.

4. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first box body includes a first wall near the liquid dispensing port. The first wall extends upward along the vertical direction, and the dimension of the first wall along the first direction is smaller than the maximum dimension of the wall of the liquid storage box along the first direction.

5. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The first housing includes a plate located at the liquid inlet, a portion of the plate protruding to form a flange that extends circumferentially around the liquid inlet and extends from a mounting notch on the front panel of the garment processing device.

6. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first box body further includes at least one positioning post disposed on the plate body. A portion of the plate body has an assembly hole. The positioning post is used to position and cooperate with the front panel of the garment processing device so that the assembly hole is in the assembly position that cooperates with the front panel.

7. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, At least one of the first box and the second box forms an intermediate cavity, the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity are separated, and the liquid storage cavity is used to supply liquid to the intermediate cavity.

8. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, At least one of the first housing and the second housing forms a liquid flow channel, which is connected to the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity, respectively.

9. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The detergent dispensing device includes a liquid extraction component, which is connected to the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity to form a liquid supply path from the liquid storage cavity to the intermediate cavity.

10. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The intermediate cavity has a liquid inlet, a water inlet, and a liquid outlet, and the liquid storage cavity has a liquid outlet. The liquid pumping assembly is connected to the liquid outlet and the liquid inlet, respectively.

11. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 10, characterized in that, The liquid outlet includes a first liquid outlet and a second liquid outlet, which are located on opposite sides of the water inlet, and the liquid inlet is located between the water inlet and the second liquid outlet.

12. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The liquid storage box also includes a sealing element. At the junction of the first box body and the second box body, a portion of at least one of the first box body and the second box body is recessed to form a sealing groove, and the sealing element is disposed in the sealing groove.

13. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The liquid storage box includes a first positioning part and a second positioning part. The first positioning part is disposed on the first box body, and the second positioning part is disposed on the second box body. The first positioning part and the second positioning part are positioned and cooperate with each other.

14. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 13, characterized in that, One of the first positioning part and the second positioning part is a positioning post, and the other part has a positioning hole, wherein the positioning post is inserted into the positioning hole; and / or, The first box body is provided with at least two first positioning parts, and the second box body is provided with at least two second positioning parts. The first positioning parts and the second positioning parts correspond one-to-one and are positioned in coordination.

15. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The liquid storage box also includes a float and a magnetic induction switch. The magnetic induction switch is located outside the liquid storage cavity and at the bottom side of the liquid storage cavity. The float is located inside the liquid storage cavity. The float can move with the rise and fall of the detergent liquid level in the liquid storage cavity to switch between magnetically engaging with the magnetic induction switch and disengaging from magnetic engagement, so that the magnetic induction switch outputs a detection signal.

16. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 15, characterized in that, The liquid storage box also includes a guide post disposed in the liquid storage cavity. One end of the guide post is disposed on the bottom wall of the liquid storage cavity, and the other end extends toward the top of the liquid storage cavity. The float is sleeved on the guide post.

17. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 16, characterized in that, The liquid storage box includes a blocking wall located on the top side of the guide post, a portion of which protrudes to form a limiting member. The limiting member is located on the top side of the guide post, and the distance between the limiting member and the guide post is less than the height of the float.

18. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The first box and the second box are an integral structure; or, the first box and the second box are separate structures.

19. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The first box is fixedly mounted above the second box.

20. A garment processing device, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment includes the detergent dispensing device as described in any one of claims 1-19.

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