HOB WITH A MOUNTING DEVICE FOR A MULTIFUNCTIONAL KITCHEN MACHINE

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a hob with a receiving device for a multifunctional kitchen appliance.

[0002] The base stations of multifunction kitchen appliances are large, bulky, and unwieldy. Integrating the station's functionality into a worktop, such as a cooktop, eliminates these functions and creates more space in the kitchen. During operation of a multifunction kitchen appliance, strong vibrations can occur during food preparation. In freestanding appliances, these vibrations are absorbed by stabilizing devices that extend across almost the entire height of the appliance. Such stabilizing devices are particularly undesirable in a cooktop, as they make cooking and cleaning more difficult or restrict freedom of movement, especially around the cooktop, when the multifunction kitchen appliance is not in use.

[0003] Generic hobs are known from the publications US 2008 264 927 A1, DE 10 2017 101 168 A1 and WO 2014 033 652 A1.

[0004] The object of the invention is to provide an improved hob with a receiving device for a multifunctional kitchen appliance.

[0005] According to the invention, this object is achieved by a hob having the features of claim 1. Advantageous embodiments and further developments of the invention emerge from the following subclaims.

[0006] The advantages achieved with the invention, in addition to the space-saving integration into a worktop, are that, in contrast to extendable fixations, no additional cutouts in the worktop are necessary.

[0007] A mounting device for accommodating a mobile functional module of a multifunctional kitchen appliance is presented. The mounting device is attached to a worktop of the cooktop and has a stabilizing device for stabilizing the functional module. In the installed position, the mounting device is arranged completely or more than 60 percent of its height below the level of the worktop surface.

[0008] According to the invention, the stabilizing device comprises at least one movable holding body which, when the functional module is inserted, can be moved into a recess on the functional module.

[0009] Stabilizing the functional module means that the functional module can be releasably secured to the base unit to prevent accidental separation of the functional module from the base unit, for example, to prevent separation while the motor is running. Stabilizing the functional module also means that the forces occurring during operation of the multifunctional kitchen appliance can be absorbed in such a way that the functional module on the base unit, or even the functional module with the base unit, experiences little deflection perpendicular to the direction of gravity.

[0010] The multifunctional kitchen appliance can be a device suitable for preparing food, similar to a mixer, in which a pot or a functional module referred to as a pot module can be coupled to a base station. The mounting device presented here, together with the stabilizing device, can be connected, for example, to a worktop of a piece of kitchen furniture or to a hob plate referred to as a worktop of a hob. Preferably, the mounting device, in particular together with the stabilizing device, is arranged below the horizon of such a worktop or hob plate, whereby it cannot be visible in the direct working environment of a user. The worktop can be part of an appliance, such as a stove, or part of a piece of furniture.The term below the horizon means that the mounting device, in the installed position, is arranged completely or to more than 60 percent of its height below the level of the surface of the worktop.

[0011] The multifunctional food processor can be a device suitable for preparing food, in which a functional module can be coupled to a base station. Preferably, the functional module is designed as a pot module for holding the food. In the device presented here, the base device is accessible through a corresponding opening in a worktop of a hob, whereby it can visually disappear from the user's immediate working environment. When placed on the base station, the functional module can be connected to the base station, for example via a detachable coupling, so that it can be easily removed, for example for cleaning or to store in a cupboard. The worktop is part of a hob according to the invention.

[0012] As an alternative to a pot module, the functional module can also be designed as a meat grinder module, a juicer module, or a pasta machine module. The multifunctional kitchen appliance is considered a system in that it is offered as a sales unit with a pot module and / or a meat grinder module and / or a juicer module. However, the pot module and / or meat grinder module and / or juicer module can also be considered separately purchasable units.

[0013] According to the invention, the stabilizing device comprises at least one movable holding body that can be moved into a recess when the functional module is inserted. The holding body is formed on the base device, and the recess is formed on the functional module. However, it is also possible for the holding body to be provided on the functional module and the recess on the base device. It is also possible to provide multiple recesses and holding bodies that can be positively coupled to them, which can be arranged on the base device and the functional module in a single or mixed manner.

[0014] The recess in the functional module can, for example, be formed in the form of a circumferential groove. When inserting the drip module into the receiving device, one or more movable retaining elements, such as bolts or rails, can be moved into this groove to stabilize the functional module during commissioning. Such movement of the retaining elements can be performed both manually and automatically. Advantageously, such a stabilizing device can be installed without significant additional material expenditure and is easy to handle by the user.

[0015] According to the invention, the receiving device comprises a base device of the multifunctional kitchen appliance, wherein the base device has a drive with a drive shaft for driving a rotatable element of the functional module.

[0016] The drive can be, for example, a motor or a mixer motor, which can be detachably coupled to a functional module shaft via the drive shaft in order to drive the rotatable element, for example, knives for chopping food. Such a base device can be arranged completely recessed below the horizon of the worktop when installed. Advantageously, the functions of a food processor or a multifunctional food processor can thus be integrated directly into a worktop or hob. According to a further embodiment, the stabilizing device can have a raised portion around the drive shaft, which can be shaped to protrude into a corresponding recess in the module base when the functional module is inserted.For example, the stabilizing device can form a square protrusion in the area directly around the drive shaft, which can fit precisely into a similarly square recess on the module base. This advantageously creates an additional coupling that can be implemented without additional material or technical additions and is therefore virtually unaffected by failure.

[0017] The elevation can also be formed around an electrical connection between the base device and the functional module, in particular a plug contact attached to the base device.

[0018] According to a further embodiment, the receiving device can comprise an insert for sealing the base device from the worktop, wherein the insert can have a through-opening for the drive shaft and / or the stabilizing device and at least one notch on the insert for receiving a retaining pin arranged on the functional module. For example, the insert can be a bowl-shaped cover which, in operation, rests on the base station and protects it from penetrating liquids. In addition to its sealing function, such an insert can be used to receive retaining pins arranged on the functional module in corresponding notches. Such retaining elements can be simple horizontal pins, i.e. retaining pins.The holding elements can alternatively be designed so that they can be hooked into corresponding counterparts with a slight twisting movement or can be locked into place, for example using a push-pull mechanism. The holding pins arranged on the functional module can, for example, be arranged in a seal that surrounds the functional module in a ring. There can be areas of different hardness. For example, the areas that connect the holding pins and the functional module can be harder than the edge area, which may come into contact with the surface of a receiving unit, such as the worktop, during movement. This can ensure sufficient force transmission on the one hand and prevent any damage to the worktop, especially if it is made of glass ceramic.To improve the visual appearance of the container, the functional module, when removed, the retaining pins on the functional module can be completely or partially concealed from view from above and from the side in an apron-like structure. This design of the holding device has the advantage that the stabilizing device, in addition to its stabilizing function, also fulfills a sealing function. The insert also serves to protect the base device from liquids penetrating through the opening in the worktop. The insert is preferably kinematically decoupled from the holding chamber and the worktop. This improves the accuracy of the weight sensors.

[0019] The receiving device can comprise an insert for sealing the base device against the worktop, wherein the stabilizing device can comprise at least one retaining element protruding from the insert, which can protrude into a corresponding opening in a module seal when the functional module is inserted. As an alternative to the previously described pin-shaped retaining pins on the functional module, downward-facing openings with retaining lugs can be provided on the sides of the functional module. Correspondingly, suitable hammer-shaped retaining elements can be arranged in the insert, which insert into the openings and can engage behind the retaining lugs in the openings by rotating the retaining elements relative to one another. The relative rotation can occur by rotating the container or the functional module or by moving the hammer-shaped retaining elements.This can be achieved, for example, by attaching the hammer-shaped holding elements to a common annular support element, which is moved by its own motor or via the drive of the base device. In a variant using the drive of the base device, holding lugs can be provided on both sides in the openings in the functional module. Advantageously, the embodiment described here can also be used simultaneously as a stabilizer and as a seal. The insert also serves to protect the base device against liquids penetrating through the opening in the worktop. Preferably, the insert is kinematically decoupled from the receiving chamber and the worktop. This improves the accuracy of the weight sensors.

[0020] According to a further embodiment, the stabilizing device can comprise at least one recess for receiving a holding body arranged laterally on the functional module and a guide element, in particular a rotatable fixing ring, for closing the recess. The fixing ring can be designed, for example, as a rotatable bayonet ring. Advantageously, the position of the functional module in the stabilizing device can be secured in this way, and removal of the functional module during use can be prevented. The holding body and / or the recess on the functional module can be a pin or bolt. However, it is also possible to design the holding body and / or the recess on the functional module as an interrupted elevation surrounding the functional module, for example in the form of wedge-shaped circular cutouts.

[0021] The holding body does not necessarily have to be inserted into a recess in the stabilizing device wall. The holding body and / or the recess on the functional module can also be fixed in a stabilizing device with, for example, smooth walls. It is essential that the holding body and / or the recess are prevented from moving upwards, for example by rotating the ring. As a further development, it is conceivable that a corresponding shape of the rotatable element could push the functional module downwards when the rotatable element is rotated into the closed position. In the release position, the functional module can be moved upwards and removed thanks to a corresponding recess in the rotatable element.

[0022] The receiving device can also include a stabilizing drive for providing torque for rotating the guide element. For example, the stabilizing drive can be a motor that can be implemented as part of the receiving device. This has the advantage that the locking mechanism of the fixing ring can be implemented electrically, preventing potentially incorrect handling by the user. In addition to the motor (also referred to as a locking motor), the stabilizing drive can also have a locking drive and / or an auxiliary drive.

[0023] The stabilizing drive can also be designed to drive a rotatable element of the functional module. In this embodiment, for example, the drive of the base device can correspond to the stabilizing drive. For example, the guide element can drag slightly or be magnetically connected to the rotating element connected to the drive via the drive shaft. When the drive and thus the drive shaft move, the guide element can be moved in the same direction of rotation until it can be stopped by a stop. Accordingly, rotation of the drive in the opposite direction can in turn move the guide element until it reaches a stop. If the guide element is designed to prevent removal of the functional module in both stop positions, the functional module is automatically locked by each motor actuation.The use of only one drive has the advantage that no additional stabilizing drive needs to be provided in the mounting device, thus saving costs, material and labor.

[0024] According to a further embodiment, the stabilizing device can comprise a thread for screwing into a mating thread of the functional module. Such a threaded coupling can be screwed in both manually and automatically and has the advantage of eliminating the need for any protrusions on the functional module that might be considered distracting by a user.

[0025] According to a further embodiment, the receiving device can be shaped to secure a handle of the functional module. For example, the stabilizing device can comprise a recess in the worktop into which the handle can be inserted. This has the advantage that this stabilizing device can be implemented without significant material and labor expenditure, and hardly any signs of wear occur.

[0026] According to a further embodiment, the receiving device can comprise a lid for closing a receiving chamber arranged on the worktop and / or for closing an opening in the worktop, wherein the receiving device can be arranged in the receiving chamber and can be designed to receive the lid when the functional module is not inserted. For example, the receiving chamber, which can also be referred to as a coupling recess, can be closed flush with a suitable lid when the multi-function food processor is not in use. The receiving elements built into the receiving device for holding elements on a functional module can simultaneously be used as receiving elements for such a lid, or a cover plate. In this case, for example, a push-pull mechanism can be used to slightly lift the lid when removing it, thus making it easier to grip.Advantageously, the receiving chamber can be easily closed, allowing it to blend in visually with the surroundings when the multifunctional food processor is not in use, without the need to install additional elements to close the lid.

[0027] The lid does not have to be flush with the cooktop. The lid can also extend beyond the surface of the worktop or, preferably, be designed in a bowl-like manner below the surface of the worktop. The lid can be used to hold a container and, in conjunction with the base unit, act as a kitchen scale. However, this requires that the lid be movable relative to the worktop and cover the insert. An elastic seal can optionally be inserted between the lid and the worktop.

[0028] According to the invention, a hob with at least one cooking zone and with a receiving device according to one of the described embodiments is presented, wherein the receiving device is a component of the hob.

[0029] Such a combination is particularly advantageous in order to efficiently implement the advantages described above, especially during a cooking process in which other kitchen appliances may also be used on the hob.

[0030] Although the approach described is based on a household appliance, the device described here can be used accordingly in connection with a commercial or professional device.

[0031] An embodiment of the invention is shown purely schematically in the drawings and is described in more detail below. It shows Figure 1 shows a cross-section of a receiving device with a holding body according to an embodiment; Figure 2 shows a cross-section of a receiving device with a holding body and an inserted functional module according to an embodiment; Figure 3 shows a cross-section of a stabilizing device with an elevation according to an embodiment; Figure 4 shows a plan view of a module base with a recess according to an embodiment; Figure 5 shows a cross-section of a receiving device with recesses and a functional module with a laterally attached holding body according to an embodiment; Figure 6 shows a plan view of a guide element according to an embodiment; Figure 7 shows a cross-section of a receiving device with an insert with notches according to an embodiment; Figure 8 shows a cross-section of a receiving device with an insert with notches and an inserted functional module according to an embodiment;Figure 9 shows a cross-section of a receiving device with an insert having holding elements according to an exemplary embodiment; Figure 10 shows a cross-section of a receiving device with a thread according to an exemplary embodiment; Figure 11 shows a cross-section of a receiving device with a thread and inserted functional module according to an exemplary embodiment; Figure 12 shows a cross-section of a receiving device with a thread and inserted and screwed functional module according to an exemplary embodiment; Figure 13 shows a cross-section of a receiving chamber with a lid; and Figure 14 shows a top view of a hob with inserted functional module according to an exemplary embodiment; Figure 15 shows a cross-section of a stabilizing device with a motor drive according to an exemplary embodiment. ;

[0032] Figure 1shows a cross-section of a receiving device 100 with a holding body 105 according to an exemplary embodiment. The receiving device 100 is shaped to receive a functional module 120 of a multifunctional kitchen appliance 110. The receiving device 100 also comprises a base device 115 with a drive 117 and a drive shaft 119 of the multifunctional kitchen appliance 110. The mobile functional module 120 is designed in the form of a pot module with a container 124 for holding food and with a handle 121. In this exemplary embodiment, the base device 115 is arranged below the horizon of a worktop 122. The horizon of the worktop 122 is to be understood as the plane of the surface of the worktop 122. The multifunctional kitchen appliance 110 comprises a stabilizing device 125.According to the embodiment shown, this comprises two holding bodies 105 near the worktop 122, which can be, for example, the glass ceramic plate of a hob. Depending on the shape and size of the holding bodies 105, the functional module 120 has two recesses 130 in the lower region that correspond to the holding bodies. The holding bodies 105 can be designed as bolts or pins. It is also possible for the holding bodies 105 to be designed as a rail or a bar, for example in the form of a semicircular ring that engages in the recesses 130 designed as a groove.

[0033] Figure 2shows a cross-section of a receiving device 100 with a holding body 105 and an inserted functional module 120. In this exemplary embodiment, the functional module 120 is depicted lowered through the worktop 122 and coupled to the base device 115. The holding bodies 105 of the stabilizing device 125 are in a fixing position, protruding into the recesses 130 of the functional module 120, thereby fixing the functional module 120. The holding bodies 105 can be manually movable or, for example, controlled by the drive 117.

[0034] Figure 3shows a cross-section of a stabilizing device 125 with a protrusion 300 according to one exemplary embodiment. The stabilizing device 125 depicted here is designed as a substantially box-shaped, rigid fixation unit. The drive shaft 119, via which the functional module 120 can be coupled to a base device 115, runs centrally through the stabilizing device 125.

[0035] Figure 4 shows a plan view of a module base 400 with a recess 405 according to an embodiment. The recess 405 corresponds in its shape to that shown in Figure 3 described elevation. When inserting a functional module 120, the elevation can thus engage in the recess 405 to stabilize the functional module 120.

[0036] Figure 5shows a cross-section of a receiving device 100 with recesses 500 and a functional module 120 designed as a pot module with laterally attached holding bodies 105 according to one exemplary embodiment. The holding bodies 105 are designed as bolts 505 and correspond in shape and size to the recesses 500. If, for example, the functional module 120 is inserted into the receiving device 100, the bolts 505 can be countersunk into the recesses 500 during this process. A guide element 510 is arranged above the recesses 500, with which the recesses 500 can be closed in order to firmly fix the functional module 120 in this position when inserted. The guide element 510 can, for example, be shaped as a bayonet ring and can be rotated manually or automatically.For automatically moving the guide element 510, the stabilizing device 125 in this embodiment comprises a stabilizing drive 515, which can be designed, for example, as a motor independent of the multifunctional kitchen appliance 110 and in particular of the drive 117.

[0037] As an alternative to the locking mechanisms operated manually by a user or by the specially provided stabilizing drive 515, the drive 117 of the base device 115 can also be used to actuate the closure. For example, the guide element 510 can be slightly dragging or magnetically connected to a rotating element 520 of the functional module 120, which is connected to the drive 117 via the drive shaft 119. In the embodiment shown here, the rotating element 520 is arranged in the container 124 of the functional module 120, which is designed as a pot module.

[0038] When the connecting element, i.e., the drive shaft 119, is moved by the drive 117, for example, in a clockwise direction, the guide element 510 can also be moved clockwise until it can be stopped, for example, by a stop. Correspondingly, a counterclockwise rotation of the drive 117 can move the ring counterclockwise until it reaches a stop. If the guide element 510 is designed such that it prevents the removal of the functional module 120 in both stop positions, the functional module 120 can be automatically locked by each motor actuation. To release the fixation, the guide element 510 can, for example, be moved a defined angle in the direction opposite to the last direction of movement after reaching a standstill.In an approximately central position, the locking elements of the functional module 120, i.e., the holding bodies 105 or bolts 505, can be located under a corresponding opening in the guide element, and the pot module with the container 124, or the functional module 120, can be removed. If this is performed automatically, for example, after each rotational movement of the rotatable element 520 has ended, the user incurs no additional effort for securing the module.

[0039] To avoid the effort of additionally controlling a motor in the opposite direction after stopping a mixing movement, the resetting of the guide element 510 can be automated, for example, by a spring or gravity in conjunction with appropriately shaped components that can move relative to one another. With this design, the fixation can only be maintained as long as a force is applied by the rotational movement of the drive 117 or the stabilizing drive 515, which, for example, counteracts the spring force.

[0040] When lowering the functional module 120, the guide element 510 can be positioned on the guide element 510 by a suitable device, for example, a funnel-shaped element, such that the locking elements of the functional module 120 can penetrate through the opening in the guide element 510, which is designed as a fixing ring. Alternatively, the opening can be positioned accordingly by a motor, for example, after the device is switched on. Using a restoring spring element or a similar gravity-based design, the guide element 510 can automatically be in the correct position.

[0041] Figure 6shows a plan view of a guide element 510 according to an embodiment. The guide element 510, designed as a fixing ring, is shown in this embodiment with three closure elements 600 projecting toward the ring center and openings 605 located between them. When using the fixing ring 510 as in Figure 5 As described, the holding bodies 105 attached to the functional module 120 can pass through the openings 605, whereupon the guide element 510 can be moved such that the closure elements 600 are positioned over the holding body 105 in order to fix the functional module 120 in the receiving device 100.

[0042] Figure 7shows a cross-section of a receiving device 100 with an insert 700 with notches 705 according to one exemplary embodiment. In this exemplary embodiment, the receiving device 100 is arranged in a receiving chamber 710 below the horizon of the worktop 122. The base device 115 is arranged in the receiving chamber 710 and has three weight sensors 715 on the underside, while the insert 700 rests on the top and has a through-opening 717 for the drive shaft 119. The insert 700 is bowl-shaped, for example to catch liquids penetrating from above during a cooking process. In addition, the insert 700 in this exemplary embodiment comprises two notches 705, which are shaped such that they can accommodate corresponding holding pins 720 of the functional module 120. The holding pins 720 are connected to the functional module 120 via a module seal 725.

[0043] Figure 8shows a cross-section of a receiving device 100 with an insert 700 with notches 705 and an inserted functional module 120 according to one exemplary embodiment. In this exemplary embodiment, the module seal 725 is flush with the worktop 122, and the retaining pins 720 are recessed into the notches 705, whereby the functional module 120 can be stabilized during use. In order to reduce the transmission of vibrations to the worktop 122, vibration-damping elements can be provided, particularly in the area of ​​the weight sensors 715. These can be rubber elements, for example. Additionally or alternatively, further elements for vibration decoupling can be provided in the area of ​​the suspension of the multifunctional food processor 110 to the receiving unit, such as the worktop 122. Such use of vibration-damping elements can also be transferred to other exemplary embodiments.

[0044] Figure 9 shows a cross-section of a receiving device 100 with an insert 700 with holding elements 900 according to an embodiment. The illustrated structure of the receiving device 100 in this embodiment is similar to that in Figure 7 and Figure 8 described construction, wherein the insert 100 in this embodiment has two protruding holding elements 900 instead of catches, which can be countersunk into fixing openings 905 arranged on the module seal 725 when a functional module 120 is inserted.

[0045] Figure 10shows a cross-section of a receiving device 100 according to an embodiment, in which the stabilizing device 125 comprises a thread 1000. In this embodiment, the thread 1000 is formed as a rotatable nut that can be manually or automatically screwed onto a mating thread 1005 of the functional module 120. Alternatively, the thread 1000 is rigid, and the mating thread 1005 can be screwed into the thread 1000 by rotating the functional module 120.

[0046] Figure 11 shows a cross section of a receiving device 100 with a thread 1000 and inserted functional module 120 according to an embodiment. This can be the Figure 10 described embodiment, wherein the functional module 120 in Figure 11lowered through the through-hole of the worktop 122 and already partially coupled to the base device 115. The thread 1000 is not yet screwed to the counter-thread 1005.

[0047] Figure 12 shows a cross section of a receiving device 100 with a thread 1000 and inserted and screwed functional module 120 according to an embodiment. In comparison to the position of the thread 1000 in the Figures 10 and 11 The thread 1000 is screwed to the counter thread 1005 of the functional module 120. During screwing, the thread 1000 is raised according to this embodiment, so that the thread 1000 is raised in comparison to the Figures 10 and 11 shown unscrewed states is in an elevated position and encloses the counter thread 1005 of the functional module 120.

[0048] The rotational movement required for such a threaded coupling can be carried out manually or automatically, using a similar approach as for the Figure 5 The guide element described can be implemented. In this case, the use of a direction of rotation can be omitted, or additional measures can be taken to prevent unwanted force transmission.

[0049] Figure 13 shows a cross-section of a receiving chamber 710 with a lid 1300 according to an embodiment. The base device 115 with an insert 700 is arranged in the receiving chamber 710, as shown in Figure 9 described. In this embodiment, the lid 1300 is shaped such that it can be received by the holding elements 900 arranged on the insert 700 and, when inserted, is flush with the worktop 122.

[0050] Thus, the stabilizing device 125 is designed to fix the functional module 120 when the functional module 120 is coupled to the base device 115 through the through-opening in the worktop 122, and is designed to fix the cover 1300 when the through-opening in the worktop 122 is covered by the cover 1300.

[0051] Figure 14 shows a top view of a cooktop 1400 with an inserted functional module 120 according to one exemplary embodiment. The functional module 120 is connected to the cooktop 1400 via the receiving device 100. The cooktop 1400 further comprises one or more, here, three, cooking zones 1405 and a control panel 1410. The cooking zones 1405 can be heated inductively, for example. A user can use the control panel 1410 to control the operation of the cooking zones 1405 and, optionally, the operation of the multifunctional kitchen appliance comprising the functional module 120.

[0052] Figure 15 shows a multifunctional kitchen appliance 110 as part of a cooktop 1400. The functional module 120 of the multifunctional kitchen appliance 110 is designed for placement on a receiving device 100, which is arranged beneath a worktop 122 of the cooktop 1400. For coupling to the receiving device 100, the functional module 120 is guided through a through-opening of the worktop 122, at least with a portion facing the receiving device 100. A receiving chamber 710 is provided on the worktop 122, in which the receiving device 100 is positioned and / or fixed. An insert 700 is provided in the receiving chamber 710. The insert 700 is either fixed to the receiving device 100 and thus forms part of the receiving device 100, or the insert 700 is fixed to the receiving chamber 710 and thus forms part of the receiving chamber 710.

[0053] The receiving device 100 comprises a base device 115 with a drive 117 and a drive shaft 119. A movable tool of the functional module 120 of the multifunctional kitchen appliance 110 can be driven via the drive shaft 119. In the example shown here, the functional module 120 is a pot module with a container 124 and a handle 121. In the container 124, as shown in Figure 5shown, a rotatable element 520 is arranged, which is connected to the drive shaft 119 and can be driven by the latter. A module seal 725 is provided on the functional module 120. If the functional module 120 is arranged on the receiving device 100, then in this exemplary embodiment the flush module seal 725 is in contact with the worktop 122 and / or lies sealingly against the insert 700. On its underside, the base device 115 has weight sensors 715. This makes it possible, for example, to detect the mass of a food placed in the container 124. The receiving device 100 also comprises a stabilizing device 125. The stabilizing device 125 serves to fix the functional module 120 when the functional module 120 is coupled to the base device 115 through the through-opening in the worktop 122.

[0054] The embodiment of the receiving device 100 shown in this figure has a locking mechanism for the functional module 120 to the base device 115 by means of a motor-driven stabilizing device 125. The central element of the stabilizing device 125 are two movable clamping jaws 801, 802, which can form a positive connection with the functional module 120. For this purpose, each of the clamping jaws 801, 802 has a holding body 105. In the release position of the clamping jaws 801, 802, the clamping jaws 801, 802 are arranged at a distance from the functional module 120, and the functional module 120 can be removed from the base device 115. In a fixing position, the clamping jaws 801, 802 are arranged adjacent to the functional module 120. Each of the holding bodies 105 engages in a recess 130 on the functional module 120.However, it is also possible that at least one holding body is provided on the functional module 120 and the clamping jaws 801, 802 have recesses which, in the fixing position of the clamping jaws 801, 802, form a positive connection with the at least one holding body on the functional module 120.

[0055] The stabilizing device 125 has a locking motor 840 and a locking drive 850. The locking motor 840 drives the locking drive 850. The locking motor 840 and / or the locking drive 850 can be fixed in their position relative to the receiving device 100, for example, by being attached to the receiving device 100.

[0056] Preferably, the locking motor 840 and / or the locking drive 850 are designed to be movable relative to the receiving device 100. The locking drive 850 acts directly and / or indirectly on the clamping jaws 801, 802. For an indirect effect on the clamping jaws 801, 802, a guide element 510 can be provided kinematically between the clamping jaws 801, 802 and the locking drive 850. For the most accurate weighing result possible, it is advantageous for the entire structure of the stabilizing device 125 to be connected only to the parts resting on the weight sensors 715.

[0057] In the embodiment shown here, the locking drive 850 is a linear drive that presses one clamping jaw 802 directly against the functional module 120. On the other side, the locking drive 850 is kinematically connected to the locking motor 840. The locking motor 840 can be connected directly, in particular in an articulated manner, to the guide element 510 or, as shown here, indirectly connected to the guide element 510 via an additional drive 845, wherein the additional drive 845 is preferably articulated to the guide element 510. The locking motor 840 and / or the locking drive 850 and / or the additional drive 845 can collectively also be referred to as the stabilization drive 515. The movement of the locking drive 850 and / or additional drive 845, which is designed as a linear drive, is indicated by two arrows.The stabilizing drive 515 is designed independently of the multifunctional kitchen appliance 110 and in particular of the drive 117.

[0058] The guide element 510 here is a flat ring that surrounds the receiving area for the functional module 120. The other clamping jaw 803 is pivotally connected to the guide element 510. The second clamping jaw 803 is moved via the annular guide element 510. Additionally, the movement of the two clamping jaws 801, 802 can be synchronized by a gear drive 830.

[0059] When using the gear transmission 830 between the clamping jaws 801, 802 to transmit the movement, it is not necessary for the connection between the second clamping jaw 803 and the guide element 510 to act in both directions. The clamping jaw 803 can also simply rest against the guide element 510. It may also be possible to dispense with the guide element 510 entirely when using the gear transmission 830, for example, if the locking motor 840 or the auxiliary drive 845 acts directly on the receiving device 100.

[0060] Another alternative to the embodiment shown provides that the recess 130 on the functional module 120 is designed as a groove into which the guide element 510, which is movable by the locking motor 840, directly engages. This is to be understood as meaning that the guide element 510 is movable between a release position and a fixing position, wherein the guide element 510 engages the recess 130 of the functional module 120 only in the fixing position.

[0061] The recess 130 of the functional module 120 can also be formed in the module seal 725, unlike as shown here.

Claims

1. Hob (1400) comprising a worktop (122), at least one cooking zone (1405), and a multifunctional food processor (110) which has a movable functional module (120), and at least one receiving device (100) for receiving the movable functional module (120) of the multifunctional food processor (110), the receiving device (100) being fixed to the worktop (122) and having a stabilising apparatus (125) for stabilising the functional module (120), the receiving device (100) being arranged completely or at least with more than 60 percent of the height extension of the receiving device (100) on a side of the hob (1400) facing away from the surface of the worktop (122), the receiving device (100) comprising a base device (115) of the multifunctional food processor (110), the base device (115) having a drive (117) with a drive shaft (119) for driving a rotatable element (520) of the functional module (120), characterised in that the stabilising apparatus (125) comprises at least one movable holding body (105), which can be moved into a recess (130) when the functional module (120) is inserted.

2. Hob (1400) according to the preceding claim, wherein the holding body (105) is formed on the base device (115) and the recess (130) is formed on the functional module (120) or the holding body (105) is provided on the functional module (120) and the recess (130) is provided on the base device (115).

3. Hob (1400) according to the preceding claim, wherein the stabilising apparatus (125) has an elevated region (300), which is shaped to protrude into a corresponding cavity (405) on the module base (400) of the functional module (120) when the functional module (120) is inserted, wherein the elevated region (300) is formed around the drive shaft (119) or around an electrical connection between the base device (115) and the functional module (120).

4. Hob (1400) according to any of the preceding claims, comprising an insert (700) for sealing the base device (115) against the worktop (122), wherein the insert (700) has a through-opening (717) for the drive shaft (119) and / or the stabilising apparatus (125) has, on the insert (700), at least one catch (705) for receiving a holding pin (720) arranged on the functional module (120).

5. Hob (1400) according to either of the two preceding claims, comprising an insert (700) for sealing the base device (115) against the worktop (122), wherein the stabilising apparatus (125) comprises at least one holding element (900) protruding from the insert (700), which holding element protrudes into a corresponding fixing opening (905) on a module seal (725) when the functional module (120) is inserted.

6. Hob (1400) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the stabilising apparatus (125) comprises at least one cutout (500) for receiving a holding body (105) arranged laterally on the functional module (120), in particular in the shape of a bolt (505), and a rotatable and / or movable guide element (510) for closing the cutout (500).

7. Hob (1400) according to any of the preceding claims, comprising a stabilising drive (515) for providing a torque for rotating the guide element (510) and / or for providing a force for moving the guide element (510).

8. Hob (1400) according to the preceding claim, wherein the stabilising drive (515) is further designed to drive a rotatable element (520) of the functional module (120).

9. Hob (1400) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the stabilising apparatus (125) comprises a thread (1000) for screwing to a counter thread (1005) of the functional module (120).

10. Hob (1400) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the receiving device (100) is shaped to fix a handle (121) of the functional module (120).

11. Hob (1400) according to any of the preceding claims, comprising a lid (1300) for closing a receiving chamber (710) fixed to the worktop (122) and / or for closing an opening in the worktop (122), wherein the receiving device (100) is arranged in the receiving chamber (710) and is designed to receive the lid (1300) when the functional module (120) is not inserted.