Mounting structure of water softener

Abstract

The utility model relates to a dish washer field provides a kind of installation structure of water softener, including inner bag and water softener body, the bottom wall of inner bag is equipped with installation port and water inlet, water softener body is located the outer bottom of inner bag, water softener body has the connector that passes through installation port and enters the inside of inner bag, inner bag inside is equipped with locking ring, locking ring is screwed with connector to connect head is fixed on installation port, salt cavity is equipped in water softener body, the connector is communicated with salt cavity, the sealing cover of sealing connector is equipped in the inside of inner bag, water softener body is fixed on the outer bottom of inner bag by fastener, water softener body is equipped with the water outlet nozzle that straightly inserts the water inlet.The water outlet nozzle of this water softener is connected with the water inlet on the bottom wall of inner bag in straight insertion mode, avoids the leakage situation that possibly appears using hose connection, and water softener is also set connector cooperation locking ring and is fixed on the bottom wall of inner bag, and the connector is communicated with the salt cavity of water softener, and it is convenient for user to supplement soft water special salt.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of dishwashers, and more particularly to an installation structure for a water softener. Background Technology

[0002] As an essential piece of equipment in modern kitchens, dishwashers automatically wash, dry, and sanitize tableware, greatly improving kitchen efficiency. To extend the lifespan of water supply components such as the dishwasher's spray arms and pipes, a water softener is usually installed at the dishwasher's water inlet. The water softener absorbs calcium and magnesium ions in the water, preventing scale buildup. Currently, the water softener is connected to the dishwasher's inner tank via a flexible hose. After a period of use, problems such as hose aging or leaks at pipe connections can easily occur.

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to make further improvements. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the above-mentioned problems. We provide an installation structure for a water softener that is directly inserted into the inner tank of a dishwasher, eliminating the need for a hose.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides an installation structure for a water softener, including an inner tank and a water softener body. The bottom wall of the inner tank is provided with an installation port and a water inlet. The water softener body is located at the outer bottom of the inner tank and has a connector that extends through the installation port into the inner tank. A locking ring is provided inside the inner tank, and the locking ring is screwed to the connector to fix the connector to the installation port. A brine chamber is provided inside the water softener body, and the connector communicates with the brine chamber. A sealing cap for sealing the connector is provided inside the inner tank. The water softener body is fixed to the outer bottom of the inner tank by fasteners, and the water softener body has a water outlet that is inserted directly into the water inlet.

[0006] In one or more embodiments, the connector is fitted with a first sealing ring, which contacts the outer bottom wall of the water softener body and the inner tank, respectively.

[0007] In one or more embodiments, the connector head is provided with a locking position, and the sealing cover is provided with a locking rib that engages with the locking position.

[0008] In one or more embodiments, the locking positions are disposed on the inner wall of the connector, and the number of locking positions is two or more, and the number of locking ribs is the same as the number of locking positions.

[0009] In one or more embodiments, a second sealing ring is provided at the connection between the connector and the sealing cap.

[0010] In one or more embodiments, the fastener is a fixing screw that secures the water softener body to the inner tank, and the water softener body has mounting holes for the fixing screw to connect to.

[0011] In one or more embodiments, a water tank is provided on the bottom wall of the inner liner, a filter screen is laid on the water tank, and the water inlet is located on the water tank.

[0012] In one or more embodiments, the water inlet is provided with a water baffle, the side of the water baffle is provided with a water outlet, the water tank is provided with a water cup cavity, and the water outlet is positioned facing the water cup cavity.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are: the water outlet of the water softener is connected to the water inlet on the bottom wall of the inner tank by a straight insertion method, which avoids the leakage that may occur when using a hose connection. In addition, the water softener is also equipped with a connector and a locking ring to fix it on the bottom wall of the inner tank. The connector is connected to the brine chamber of the water softener, which makes it convenient for users to add water softening salt. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water softener before installation in this embodiment; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the water softener after installation in this embodiment; Figure 3 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure from another angle. Detailed Implementation

[0015] This section will describe in detail the specific embodiments of the present utility model. The preferred embodiments of the present utility model are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the drawings is to supplement the textual description with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and the overall technical solution of the present utility model, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0016] See appendix Figures 1-3This application provides an installation structure for a water softener, including an inner tank 1 and a water softener body 2. The water softener body has a salt chamber and a regenerated resin chamber inside. The bottom wall of the inner tank 1 is provided with an installation port 3 and a water inlet. The water softener body 2 is located at the outer bottom of the inner tank 1. The water softener body 2 has a connector 4 that extends into the inner tank 1 through the installation port 3. The inner tank 1 is provided with a locking ring 5, which is screwed to the connector 4 to fix the connector 4 to the installation port 3. The water softener body 2 is provided with a salt chamber, and the connector 4 communicates with the salt chamber. The inner tank 1 is provided with a sealing cover 6 that seals the connector 4. The sealing cover 6 is normally fixed to the connector 4. When the salt chamber is low on special water softening salt, the user can open the sealing cover 6 and pour in the special water softening salt into the connector. The water softener body 2 is fixed to the outer bottom of the inner tank 1 by fasteners, specifically fixing screws. The fixing screws fix the water softener body to the bottom wall of the inner tank 1 to prevent the water softener from shaking or loosening. The water softener body 2 has mounting holes 12 for fastening screws. The water softener body 2 is provided with a water outlet 7 that is directly inserted into the water inlet.

[0017] When installing the water softener body 2, align the water outlet 7 of the water softener body 2 with the water inlet and insert it. At this time, the connector 4 has also passed through the installation port. Then, use the fastening screws to fix the water softener body 1, and then use the locking ring 5 to lock the connector. Using this structure to install the water softener can save water supply hoses and solve the problem of water leakage at the water supply hose interface.

[0018] The connector 4 is fitted with the first sealing ring 8, which contacts the outer bottom wall of the water softener body 2 and the inner tank 1 respectively. When the locking ring 5 locks the connector, the outer bottom wall of the inner tank 1 and the water softener body 2 squeeze the first sealing ring, thereby using the first sealing ring to enhance the sealing between the connector and the installation port.

[0019] The connector 4 is provided with a locking position 9, and the sealing cover 6 is provided with a retaining rib 10 that engages with the locking position 9. The user can remove the sealing cover by rotating the sealing cover 6 to disengage the retaining rib 10 from the locking position 9; during installation, the user also rotates the sealing cover 6 to engage the retaining rib 10 with the locking position 9. The locking positions 9 are located on the inner wall of the connector 4, and there are two or more locking positions 9. The number of retaining ribs 10 is the same as the number of locking positions 9, to enhance the structural stability of the connection between the sealing cover 6 and the connector. To further improve the sealing effect, a second sealing ring 11 is provided at the connection between the connector 4 and the sealing cover 6.

[0020] A water tank 13 is provided on the bottom wall of the inner tank 1, and a filter screen 14 is laid on the water tank 13. The water inlet is located on the water tank 13. The filter screen 14 can isolate physical residue and prevent physical residue from entering the water tank 13. A third sealing ring is provided between the water outlet 7 and the water inlet to improve the sealing between the water outlet 7 and the water inlet.

[0021] The inlet is provided with a water baffle 15, and the side of the water baffle 15 is provided with an outlet 16, which can prevent the input water from spraying upwards. The water tank 13 is provided with a water cup cavity 17, and the outlet 16 is set towards the water cup cavity 17 so that the water cup cavity 17 can quickly enter the water cup cavity 17.

[0022] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. The protection scope of the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Any equivalent modifications or changes made by those skilled in the art based on the content disclosed in the present utility model should be included in the protection scope recorded in the claims.

Claims

1. An installation structure for a water softener, comprising an inner tank (1) and a water softener body (2), characterized in that: The bottom wall of the inner tank (1) is provided with an installation port (3) and a water inlet. The water softener body (2) is located at the outer bottom of the inner tank (1). The water softener body (2) has a connector (4) that passes through the installation port (3) and extends into the inner tank (1). The inner tank (1) is provided with a locking ring (5). The locking ring (5) is screwed to the connector (4) to fix the connector (4) on the installation port (3). The water softener body (2) is provided with a salt chamber. The connector (4) communicates with the salt chamber. The inner tank (1) is provided with a sealing cap (6) that seals the connector (4). The water softener body (2) is fixed to the outer bottom of the inner tank (1) by fasteners. The water softener body (2) is provided with a water outlet (7) that is inserted directly into the water inlet.

2. The installation structure of a water softener according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector (4) is fitted with the first sealing ring (8), and the first sealing ring (8) contacts the outer bottom wall of the water softener body (2) and the inner tank (1) respectively.

3. The installation structure of a water softener according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector (4) is provided with a screw-locking position (9), and the sealing cover (6) is provided with a locking rib (10) that engages with the screw-locking position (9).

4. The installation structure of a water softener according to claim 3, characterized in that: The rotating locking positions (9) are set on the inner wall of the connector (4). There are two or more rotating locking positions (9), and the number of locking ribs (10) is the same as the number of rotating locking positions (9).

5. The installation structure of a water softener according to claim 4, characterized in that: A second sealing ring (11) is provided at the connection between the connector (4) and the sealing cover (6).

6. The installation structure of a water softener according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fastener is a fixing screw, which fixes the water softener body (2) to the inner tank (1). The water softener body (2) has an installation hole (12) for the fixing screw to connect.

7. The installation structure of a water softener according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that: A water tank (13) is provided on the bottom wall of the inner liner (1), and a filter screen (14) is laid on the water tank (13). The water inlet is located on the water tank (13), and a third sealing ring is provided between the water outlet (7) and the water inlet.

8. The installation structure of a water softener according to claim 7, characterized in that: The inlet is provided with a water baffle (15), and the side of the water baffle (15) is provided with an outlet (16). The water tank (13) is provided with a water cup cavity (17), and the outlet (16) is set towards the water cup cavity (17).

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