Electric device, program, method of setting reserved operation, and electric device system

Abstract

To provide an electric apparatus capable of suppressing deviation of a result of reserved operation from a range expected and / or allowable by a user.SOLUTION: An electrical device according to the present disclosure is an electrical device capable of performing a reserved operation, the electrical device including a reception unit configured to receive a setting related to the reserved operation from a user, wherein the reception unit receives a setting of a degree of tolerance of an element that can be changed by the user in the reserved operation, receives a setting of an operation content of the reserved operation, and receives a setting of an end time of the reserved operation based on the received degree of tolerance and the received operation content.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an electric device, a program, a method for setting a scheduled operation, and an electric device system. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventionally, techniques for setting the end time of scheduled operation of an electrical appliance have been disclosed. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a washing machine that allows a user to specify the end time of scheduled operation based on time period information for which scheduled operation can be set. Note that the settable time information for scheduled operation is information obtained by adding the earliest end time and latest end time that can be set in the scheduled operation setting, which are included in the attribute information of the course received from the information terminal, to the current time indicated by the clock hand movement means of the information terminal. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2017-023783 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] The present disclosure provides an electric device, a program, a method for setting a scheduled operation, and an electric device system that can prevent the results of a scheduled operation from deviating from a user's expectations and / or acceptable range. [Means for solving the problem]

[0005] The electrical equipment in the present disclosure is an electrical equipment that can be scheduled for operation and is equipped with a reception unit that receives settings related to the scheduled operation from a user, and the reception unit receives settings of the tolerance for elements that the user is willing to change in the scheduled operation, receives settings of the operation content of the scheduled operation, and receives settings of the end time of the scheduled operation based on the received tolerance and operation content.

[0006] In addition, the program of the present disclosure causes the processor to function as a reception unit that receives settings related to the scheduled operation of electrical equipment from the user, and the reception unit receives settings of the tolerance for elements that the user is willing to change in the scheduled operation, receives settings of the operation content of the scheduled operation, and receives settings of the end time of the scheduled operation based on the received tolerance and operation content.

[0007] In addition, the method for setting scheduled operation in the present disclosure accepts a setting of the tolerance for elements that a user can allow to be changed in scheduled operation of an electrical appliance, accepts a setting of the operation content of the scheduled operation, and accepts a setting of the end time of the scheduled operation based on the accepted tolerance and operation content.

[0008] In addition, the electrical equipment system of the present disclosure includes an electrical equipment capable of scheduled operation, a scheduled operation setting reception unit that receives settings for operation details related to the scheduled operation from a user, and a tolerance setting reception unit that receives settings for the tolerance of elements that the user is willing to change in the scheduled operation, and the electrical equipment receives a setting for the end time of the scheduled operation based on the tolerance received by the tolerance setting reception unit and the operation details received by the scheduled operation setting reception unit. [Effects of the Invention]

[0009] The electric appliance, program, scheduled operation setting method, and electric appliance system disclosed herein can prevent the results of scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0010] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 shows a configuration of a washing machine according to a first embodiment. [Figure 2] FIG. 1 is a diagram for explaining an estimated reserved operation time in the first embodiment. [Figure 3] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed by a display control unit according to the first embodiment. [Figure 4] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of a margin time setting screen according to the first embodiment; [Figure 5] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed by a display control unit according to the first embodiment. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an end time setting screen in the first embodiment. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of an end time setting screen in the first embodiment. [Figure 8] Flowchart showing the operation of the washing machine in the first embodiment [Figure 9] FIG. 1 is a diagram for explaining a time series of reserved operation in the first embodiment. [Figure 10] FIG. 1 is a diagram for explaining a time series of reserved operation in the first embodiment. [Figure 11] FIG. 1 is a diagram for explaining a time series of reserved operation in the first embodiment. [Figure 12] FIG. 1 is a diagram for explaining a time series of reserved operation in the first embodiment. [Figure 13] Flowchart showing the operation of the washing machine in the second embodiment [Figure 14] Flowchart showing the operation of the washing machine in the third embodiment [Figure 15] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of a first inquiry screen in the third embodiment. [Figure 16] FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an example of a second inquiry screen in the third embodiment. [Figure 17] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a configuration of a washing machine system according to a fourth embodiment. [Figure 18] FIG. 13 shows a configuration of a terminal device according to a fourth embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0011] (Findings that formed the basis of this disclosure) At the time the inventors conceived the present disclosure, there was a technology for setting the end time of a scheduled operation. The operation time may vary depending on the operation content. Therefore, in a conventional laundry processing device, such as a washing machine, in order to end the scheduled operation by the end time set by the user, a fixed predetermined time is set by the manufacturer, and a waiting time is calculated by back-calculating the time set by the manufacturer to match the end time of the scheduled operation set by the user. This technology determines the start time of the scheduled operation. The inventors have discovered that when the above technology is used for electrical appliances such as a clothing processing device, whose operating time varies depending on the operation, the following problems may occur. When the manufacturer sets a shorter predetermined time using this technology, the advantage is that the shortest time that the user can set as the end time of the scheduled operation becomes earlier than when the predetermined time is set longer. However, depending on the variation in operation time, the actual operation time may exceed the operation time set by the manufacturer, and the operation may not end by the end time of the scheduled operation set by the user. On the other hand, if the manufacturer uses the above technology to set a longer predetermined time, there is less risk that the operation will not finish by the scheduled operation end time set by the user. However, there is a risk that the operation will finish earlier than the scheduled operation end time expected by the user, that the operation will finish earlier than the user expects, or that the operation will finish earlier than the user can accept, or that the shortest time that can be set as the scheduled operation end time will be later than the user expects. The appropriate predetermined time for ensuring that the results of a scheduled operation do not deviate from the user's expectations and tolerance range may vary depending on each user's preferences, feelings, and circumstances, such as the user's expectations and tolerance range regarding the scheduled operation. For example, even if the same end time is set, the end time expected by each user may differ. Furthermore, even for the same user, the timing at which they want to reliably start and end the scheduled operation may differ depending on the situation. Therefore, the inventors discovered a problem in that it is difficult for manufacturers to pre-set a fixed predetermined time that does not deviate from the user's expectations and / or tolerance range for the scheduled operation when the scheduled operation is being implemented. To solve this problem, the present disclosure constitutes the subject matter. Note that this refers to at least one of and / or. Therefore, the present disclosure provides an electric device, a program, a method for setting a scheduled operation, and an electric device system that can prevent the results of a scheduled operation from deviating from a user's expectations and / or acceptable range.

[0012] Hereinafter, embodiments will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. However, in some cases, more detailed explanation than necessary may be omitted. For example, detailed explanation of already well-known matters or redundant explanation of substantially the same configuration may be omitted. The accompanying drawings and the following description are provided to enable those skilled in the art to fully understand the present disclosure, and are not intended to limit the subject matter described in the claims.

[0013] (Embodiment 1) First, the first embodiment will be described. [1-1.Configuration] [1-1-1. Washing machine configuration] FIG. 1 is a diagram showing the configuration of a washing machine 1. As shown in FIG. The washing machine 1 is an example of an "electrical appliance" and a "clothing treatment device."

[0014] Washing machine 1 is a machine that washes the laundry in washing tub 121. Washing machine 1 of this embodiment has a drying function that dries the washed laundry. Washing machine 1 of this embodiment is a drum type washing machine. Washing machine 1 of this embodiment is a washing machine that has one or more tanks for storing an agent, and automatically dispenses the agent from the tank into washing tub 121 when washing. Washing machine 1 of this embodiment is a washing machine that can be scheduled for operation. Washing machine 1 may be installed indoors or outdoors. The laundry item is an example of the "item to be treated."

[0015] A reserved operation is an operation that is executed based on the contents of settings related to the reserved operation that are set in advance by the user. The settings related to the reserved operation refer to the settings of the conditions related to the reserved operation, such as the operation content of the reserved operation, the start time of the reserved operation, and the end time of the reserved operation. The operation contents of the scheduled operation indicate the actual operation such as the type of operation course of the washing machine 1 to be executed in the scheduled operation, the time of the various processes that make up the operation course, the water level of the washing machine 1, and the type of drying operation mode such as standard or energy saving.

[0016] The washing machine 1 includes a control unit 10, a display operation unit 11, a washing unit 12, a drying unit 13, and a communication unit 14. The control unit 10 includes a processor 100 such as a CPU (Central Processing Unit) or an MPU (Micro Processing Unit), a memory 150, and an interface circuit to which other devices are connected. In this embodiment, a case where a display operation unit 11, a washing unit 12, and a drying unit 13 are connected to the control unit 10 is illustrated, but devices other than the devices provided in the display operation unit 11, the washing unit 12, and the drying unit 13 may also be connected to the control unit 10. The memory 150 is an example of a "storage unit."

[0017] The memory 150 is a storage device that stores programs and data. The memory 150 stores a control program 151, slack time information 152, and data to be processed by the processor 100. The memory 150 has a non-volatile storage area. The memory 150 also has a volatile storage area and constitutes a work area for the processor 100. The memory 150 is constituted by, for example, a read-only memory (ROM) or a random access memory (RAM). The control program 151 is an example of a "program."

[0018] The margin time information 152 is information indicating the margin time T2 (see FIG. 2). The margin time T2 is a portion of the time estimated as the required time for a reserved operation (hereinafter referred to as the "estimated reserved operation time" and denoted by the symbol "YT"). Here, the margin time T2 will be described in detail with reference to FIG. 2, while explaining the estimated reserved operation time YT. FIG. 2 is a diagram for explaining the estimated reserved operation time YT.

[0019] The estimated reserved driving time YT includes a course driving time T1 and a margin time T2. The course operation time T1 is the estimated time required to complete an operation course and is set by the manufacturer, and is a specific time set for each operation course. Note that the course operation time T1 may be a fixed time for each course, or may be a time that varies depending on variable factors. The margin time T2 is a time following the course driving time T1, and is a time to provide a margin for the course driving time T1. The course driving time T1 is an example of a "first time." The margin time T2 is an example of a "second time" and an example of an "element that the user may be willing to change." The length of the margin time T2 is an example of a "degree of tolerance."

[0020] As will be made clear later, in this embodiment, the estimated reserved operation time YT is corrected by correcting the course operation time T1. Figure 2 illustrates an example of correcting the estimated reserved operation time YT. In the following description, the corrected estimated reserved operation time YT is denoted by the symbol "YT1" and expressed as the corrected estimated reserved operation time YT1, and the corrected course operation time T1 is denoted by the symbol "T11" and expressed as the corrected course operation time T11.

[0021] Returning to the explanation of Fig. 1, display operation unit 11 includes touch panel 111, power switch 112 for turning on the power, and start switch 113 for starting operation of washing machine 1. Display operation unit 11 displays various information on touch panel 111 in accordance with the control of control unit 10. Display operation unit 11 also accepts operations from the user via touch panel 111, power switch 112, and start switch 113, and outputs a signal corresponding to the accepted operation to control unit 10.

[0022] The washing section 12 has washing-related mechanisms such as a washing tub 121 consisting of an outer tub and an inner tub, a drive motor 122 that rotates the washing tub 121, a water supply valve 123 that controls the flow of water into the washing tub 121, a drain valve 124 that controls the drainage of washing water from the washing tub 121, a temperature sensor 125 that detects the temperature of the atmosphere around the sensor and the temperature of the washing water, and an automatic dispensing unit 126 that automatically dispenses detergent into the washing tub 121.

[0023] Drying section 13 has mechanisms related to drying, such as compressor 131, heat pump unit 132 to which dehumidifying means such as a condenser are connected by piping, and blower fan 133 that sends the dried air generated by compressor 131 and heat pump unit 132 into washing tub 121.

[0024] The communication unit 14 includes hardware such as an antenna and a communication circuit that conforms to a predetermined communication standard, and communicates with external devices under the control of the control unit 10. The communication standard of the communication unit 14 may be a wireless communication standard or a wired communication standard.

[0025] The functional units of the processor 100 will now be described. The processor 100 reads and executes a control program 151 stored in the memory 150, thereby functioning as a display control unit 101, a reception unit 102, a calculation unit 103, a driving execution unit 104, and a communication control unit 105.

[0026] [1-1-2. Display control unit and reception unit] The display control unit 101 causes the touch panel 111 to display various screens. The reception unit 102 receives, from the user, an operation on a screen displayed by the display control unit 101. The reception unit 102 also receives, from the user, an operation on a power switch 112. The reception unit 102 also receives, from the user, an operation on a start switch 113.

[0027] In this embodiment, the display control unit 101 displays various screens shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, and the reception unit 102 receives the setting of the length of the margin time T2. The length of the margin time T2 is an example of "tolerance."

[0028] FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed by the display control unit 101. As shown in FIG. In Fig. 3, the screen in the upper part of the drawing shows an example of a home screen G1. In addition, in Fig. 3, the screen in the middle part of the drawing shows an example of a selection screen G2. In addition, in Fig. 3, the screen in the lower part of the drawing shows an example of a setting change screen G3.

[0029] The home screen G1 is a screen that displays various menus. The home screen G1 has a first area A1 and a second area A2. Note that the areas displayed on each screen shown in FIG. 3 are only a portion of the screen, and in reality, many more areas may be displayed. Furthermore, if all areas do not fit within the display range of the display control unit 101, the user can move or select the display area on the screen by scrolling or pressing an arrow button, etc.

[0030] The first area A1 is an area having four buttons: a menu button B1, a history button B2, a course button B3, and a notice button B4. The menu button B1 is a button for displaying various kinds of information and for making various settings. The history button B2 is a button for displaying a list of the history of operation programs performed by the washing machine 1 in the second area A2. The course button B3 is a button for selecting an operation course for the washing machine 1 to perform. The notification button B4 is a button for displaying information that is useful to the user or information that the user should be notified of in the second area A2.

[0031] The second area A2 is an area that displays the content corresponding to the button operated in the first area A1. When the accepting unit 102 accepts an operation on the history button B2, the display control unit 101 displays the history of the operation courses performed by the washing machine 1 in the second area A2. Furthermore, when the accepting unit 102 accepts an operation on the course button B3, the display control unit 101 displays buttons for selecting an operating course in the second area A2. Furthermore, when the accepting unit 102 accepts an operation on the notification button B4, the display control unit 101 displays, in the second area A2, information that is useful to the user, information that the user should be notified of, and the like.

[0032] Furthermore, when the accepting unit 102 accepts an operation on the menu button B1, the display control unit 101 causes the touch panel 111 to display a selection screen G2.

[0033] The selection screen G2 is a screen for selecting one menu from various menus. The selection screen G2 has a back button B5. The back button B5 is a button for returning the screen displayed on the touch panel 111 from the selection screen G2 to the home screen G1.

[0034] The selection screen G2 has a button for each menu. The selection screen G2 shown in Fig. 3 has multiple buttons including a setting change button B6. In addition to the setting change button B6, the selection screen G2 shown in Fig. 3 also has buttons for displaying various kinds of guidance, a button for setting a child lock, a button for setting automatic drug dispensing, and a button for setting a wireless connection, etc.

[0035] The setting change button B6 is a button for changing the settings of the washing machine 1. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the setting change button B6, the display control unit 101 causes the touch panel 111 to display a setting change screen G3, as shown in FIG.

[0036] The setting change screen G3 is a screen for changing the settings of the washing machine 1. The part of the setting change screen G3 displayed by the touch panel 111 is changed by a touch operation on the touch panel 111. The setting change screen G3 has a back button B7. The back button B7 is a button for returning the screen displayed on the touch panel 111 from the setting change screen G3 to the selection screen G2.

[0037] The setting change screen G3 has a button for each item whose setting can be changed. The setting change screen G3 shown in Fig. 3 has multiple buttons including a margin time setting button B8. In addition to the margin time setting button B8, the setting change screen G3 shown in Fig. 3 also has buttons for setting the number of rinses for a specific course, buttons for setting a specific mode such as a washing basket mode, buttons for setting a specific process such as automatic tub cleaning, and a button for setting the screen brightness.

[0038] The margin time setting button B8 is a button for setting the margin time T2. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the margin time setting button B8, the display control unit 101 causes the touch panel 111 to display a margin time setting screen G4.

[0039] FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of the margin time setting screen G4.

[0040] The margin time setting screen G4 is a screen for setting the length of the margin time T2. Note that the area displayed on the margin time setting screen G4 shown in Fig. 4 is only a portion, and in reality, many more areas may be displayed. Furthermore, if all areas do not fit within the display range of the display control unit 101, the user can move or select the display area on the screen by scrolling or pressing the arrow buttons, etc.

[0041] The margin time setting screen G4 has a back button B9, which is a button for returning the screen displayed on the touch panel 111 from the margin time setting screen G4 to the setting change screen G3.

[0042] The margin time setting screen G4 has an explanation button B10. The explanation button B10 is a button for displaying information such as how to operate the margin time setting screen G4. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the explanation button B10, the display control unit 101 causes the touch panel 111 to display a screen that displays information such as how to operate the margin time setting screen G4. The screen has a button for returning to the margin time setting screen G4, and when the button is operated, the display control unit 101 returns the screen displayed by the touch panel 111 to the margin time setting screen G4.

[0043] The margin time setting screen G4 has a third area A3. The third area A3 is an area for setting the length of the margin time T2. The third area A3 in FIG. 5 has a first setting button B11, a second setting button B12, a third setting button B13, a fourth setting button B14, and a fifth setting button B15.

[0044] The first setting button B11 is a button for setting the length of the margin time T2 to a length that is 40 minutes less than a predetermined default time (for example, 40 minutes). The second setting button B12 is a button for setting the length of the margin time T2 to a length obtained by subtracting 20 minutes from the predetermined default time. The third setting button B13 is a button for setting the length of the margin time T2 to a predetermined default length of time. The fourth setting button B14 is a button for setting the length of the margin time T2 to a length that is 20 minutes longer than the predetermined default time. The fifth setting button B15 is a button for setting the length of the margin time T2 to a length that is 40 minutes longer than the predetermined default time.

[0045] The accepting unit 102 accepts the setting of the length of the margin time T2 by accepting an operation on any of the setting buttons, the first setting button B11 to the fifth setting button B15. At the start of display, the third setting button B13 is selected by default on the margin time setting screen G4.

[0046] The margin time setting screen G4 has a confirm button B16, which is a button for confirming the length of the margin time T2 set in the third area A3. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the decision button B16 while the first setting button B11 is selected, the reception unit 102 determines the length of the margin time T2 to be a length obtained by subtracting 40 minutes from a predetermined default time. Furthermore, when the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the decision button B16 while the second setting button B12 is selected, it determines the length of the margin time T2 to be 20 minutes less than the predetermined default time. Furthermore, when the accepting unit 102 accepts an operation on the enter button B16 while the third setting button B13 is selected, the accepting unit 102 decides the length of the margin time T2 to be a predetermined default length. Furthermore, when the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the decision button B16 while the fourth setting button B14 is selected, it determines the length of the margin time T2 to be 20 minutes longer than the predetermined default time. Furthermore, when the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the decision button B16 while the fifth setting button B15 is selected, it determines the length of the margin time T2 to be 40 minutes longer than the predetermined default time.

[0047] When the acceptance unit 102 accepts an operation on the decision button B16, it updates the length of the margin time T2 indicated by the margin time information 152 stored in the memory 150 to the length of the margin time T2 set on the margin time setting screen G4.

[0048] When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the decision button B16, the display control unit 101 returns the screen displayed on the touch panel 111 from the margin time setting screen G4 to the setting change screen G3.

[0049] In this embodiment, the display control unit 101 displays various screens shown in Figs. 5 to 7, and the reception unit 102 receives settings for the operation details of the reserved operation and the end time of the reserved operation.

[0050] FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of a screen displayed by the display control unit 101. As shown in FIG. In Fig. 5, the screen in the upper row shows an example of a home screen G1. In addition, in Fig. 5, the screen in the lower right row shows an example of a course selection screen G5. In addition, in Fig. 5, the screen in the lower left row shows an example of a course detail setting screen G6.

[0051] When the course button B3 is selected in the first area A1, the second area A2 of the home screen G1 displays a list display button B19 including a first list display button B17 and a second list display button B18. The list display button B19 is a button for displaying a list of types of driving courses.

[0052] The first list display button B17 is a button for displaying a list of types of operation programs including the washing process, which includes a washing process, a rinsing process, and a spin-drying process. The second list display button B18 is a button for displaying a list of types of operation programs including the washing process and the drying process. The drying process is an example of a "variable process."

[0053] When the accepting unit 102 accepts an operation on the list display button B19, the display control unit 101 causes the touch panel 111 to display the course selection screen G5 corresponding to the selected list display button B19.

[0054] The course selection screen G5 is a screen for selecting a driving course. Note that the area displayed on the course selection screen G5 shown in FIG. 5 is only a portion, and in reality, many more areas may be displayed. Furthermore, if all areas do not fit within the display range of the display control unit 101, the user can move or select the display area of ​​the screen by scrolling or pressing an arrow button, etc. The course selection screen G5 has a back button B20. The back button B20 is a button that returns the screen displayed by the touch panel 111 from the course selection screen G5 to the home screen G1.

[0055] The program selection screen G5 displays a list of operation programs and displays a program selection button B21 for each operation program. For example, when the first list display button B17 is selected on the home screen G1, the program selection screen G5 displays a list of operation programs including a washing process and displays a program selection button B21 for each operation program. Furthermore, when the second list display button B18 is selected on the home screen G1, the program selection screen G5 displays a list of operation programs including a washing process and a drying process and displays a program selection button B21 for each operation program.

[0056] When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on one of the course selection buttons B21 on the course selection screen G5, the display control unit 101 causes the touch panel 111 to display a course detail setting screen G6 corresponding to the type of driving course selected on the course selection screen G5.

[0057] The course detail setting screen G6 is a screen for setting details of the driving content of the driving course selected on the course selection screen G5. Note that the area displayed on the course detail setting screen G6 shown in FIG. 6 is only a portion, and in reality, many more areas may be displayed. Furthermore, if all areas do not fit within the display range of the display control unit 101, the user can move or select the display area of ​​the screen by scrolling or pressing an arrow button, etc. The course detail setting screen G6 has a back button B22. The back button B22 is a button that returns the screen displayed by the touch panel 111 from the course detail setting screen G6 to the course selection screen G5.

[0058] The course detail setting screen G6 has an explanation button B23. The explanation button B23 is a button for displaying, for example, how to operate the course detail setting screen G6 and an explanation of the driving course shown on the course detail setting screen G6. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation to select the explanation button B23, the display control unit 101 causes the touch panel 111 to display a screen that displays, for example, how to operate the course detail setting screen G6. The screen has a button for returning to the course detail setting screen G6, and when the button is operated, the display control unit 101 returns the screen displayed on the touch panel 111 to the course detail setting screen G6.

[0059] The program detail setting screen G6 shown in Fig. 5 is a screen that appears when either the first list display button B17 or the second list display button B18 is selected. The program detail setting screen G6 shown in Fig. 5 has a wash time setting button B24, a rinse setting button B25, a spin time setting button B26, a dry operation mode setting button B27, a water level setting button B28, and a reservation setting button B29.

[0060] The wash time setting button B24 is a button for setting the time for the washing process. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the wash time setting button B24, the display control unit 101 displays a screen for setting the time for the washing process on the touch panel 111. The screen is provided with a button for returning to the course details setting screen G6, and when the button is operated, the display control unit 101 returns the screen displayed on the touch panel 111 to the course details setting screen G6. Note that the wash time setting button B24 may be an inoperable button depending on the type of operation course displayed on the course details setting screen G6.

[0061] The rinse setting button B25 is a button for setting the number of rinses and the type of rinse. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the rinse setting button B25, the display control unit 101 displays a screen for setting the number of rinses, etc. on the touch panel 111. This screen has a button for returning to the program detail setting screen G6, and when this button is operated, the display control unit 101 returns the screen displayed on the touch panel 111 to the program detail setting screen G6. Note that the rinse setting button B25 may be an inoperable button depending on the type of operating program displayed on the program detail setting screen G6.

[0062] The spin-drying time setting button B26 is a button for setting the time for the spin-drying process. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the spin-drying time setting button B26, the display control unit 101 causes the touch panel 111 to display a screen for setting the time for the spin-drying process. This screen is provided with a button for returning to the course details setting screen G6, and when this button is operated, the display control unit 101 returns the screen displayed on the touch panel 111 to the course details setting screen G6. Note that the spin-drying time setting button B26 may be an inoperable button depending on the type of operating course displayed on the course details setting screen G6.

[0063] The dry operation mode setting button B27 is a button for setting the operation mode of the drying process. In the present embodiment, the dry operation mode setting button includes three types: "standard," "strong," and "energy-saving." Drying in the "strong" operation mode is performed with a higher degree of dryness than drying in the "standard" operation mode. Drying in the "energy-saving" operation mode is performed with less power consumption than other types of drying. Note that the types of dry operation modes are merely examples, and there may be more types. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the dry operation mode setting button B27, the display control unit 101 displays a screen for setting the type of dry operation mode on the touch panel 111. The screen has a button for returning to the program detail setting screen G6, and when the button is operated, the display control unit 101 returns the screen displayed on the touch panel 111 to the program detail setting screen G6. Note that the dry operation mode setting button B27 may be an inoperable button depending on the type of operation program displayed on the program detail setting screen G6.

[0064] Water level setting button B28 is a button for setting the water level, etc. in washing tub 121. When receiving unit 102 receives an operation to select water level setting button B28, display control unit 101 displays a screen for setting the water level, etc. on touch panel 111. The screen is provided with a button for returning to course detail setting screen G6, and when the button is operated, display control unit 101 returns the screen displayed on touch panel 111 to course detail setting screen G6. Note that water level setting button B28 may be an inoperable button depending on the type of operation course displayed on course detail setting screen G6.

[0065] The reservation setting button B29 is a button for setting the end time of the reserved operation. The reservation setting button B29 has a fourth area A4. The fourth area A4 displays the end time of the reserved operation set on the end time setting screen G7, which will be described later. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the reservation setting button B29, the display control unit 101 displays the end time setting screen G7 on the touch panel 111.

[0066] FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an example of the end time setting screen G7. The end time setting screen G7 is a screen for setting the end time of the scheduled operation. The end time setting screen G7 is a screen of a size corresponding to the entire display area of ​​the touch panel 111. The end time setting screen G7 has a close button B30. The close button B30 is a button for returning the screen displayed by the touch panel 111 from the end time setting screen G7 to the course detail setting screen G6.

[0067] The end time setting screen G7 displays current time information J1 that indicates the current time.

[0068] The end time setting screen G7 has a fifth area A5, a decrease button B31, and an increase button B32. The fifth area A5 is an area that displays the end time of the scheduled operation set using the decrease button B31 and the increase button B32 in one-hour increments. The decrease button B31 is a button that decreases the time displayed in the fifth area A5 by one hour. The increase button B32 is a button that increases the time displayed in the fifth area A5 by one hour. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the decrease button B31, the display control unit 101 decreases the time displayed in the fifth area A5 by one hour. Furthermore, when the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the increase button B32, the display control unit 101 increases the time displayed in the fifth area A5 by one hour.

[0069] The end time setting screen G7 has a confirm button B33. The confirm button B33 is a button for confirming the end time of the scheduled operation to the time set in the fifth area A5. The current time information J1 shown in FIG. 6 indicates "12:34." Also, in FIG. 6, the fifth area A5 indicates the number "7." In FIG. 6, when the confirm button B33 is operated, the reception unit 102 receives the setting of "19:34" as the end time of the scheduled operation.

[0070] When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the decision button B33, the display control unit 101 returns the screen displayed by the touch panel 111 from the end time setting screen G7 to the course detail setting screen G6, and displays the end time of the reserved operation received by the reception unit 102 in the fourth area A4 of the reservation setting button B29.

[0071] After the scheduled operation end time is set, the drying type setting button B27 may be inoperable on the program detail setting screen G6. After the scheduled operation end time is set, the program detail setting screen G6 may impose restrictions on changing the drying operation mode using the drying operation mode setting button B27, depending on the scheduled operation end time that has been set.

[0072] FIG. 7 is a diagram showing another example of the end time setting screen G7. Compared with the end time setting screen G7 shown in FIG. 6, the end time setting screen G7 shown in FIG. 7 is a screen for setting the end time of the reserved operation as the end time of the reserved operation.

[0073] 6, the end time setting screen G7 shown in FIG. 7 has a sixth area A6, a decrease button B34, an increase button B35, a seventh area A7, a decrease button B36, and an increase button B37.

[0074] The sixth area A6 is an area that displays the time set by the decrease button B34 and the increase button B35. The decrease button B34 is a button that decreases the hour displayed in the sixth area A6 by one hour. The increase button B32 is a button that increases the hour displayed in the sixth area A6 by one hour. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the decrease button B34, the display control unit 101 decreases the hour displayed in the sixth area A6 by one hour. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the increase button B35, the display control unit 101 increases the hour displayed in the sixth area A6 by one hour.

[0075] The seventh area A7 is an area that displays the minutes set by the decrease button B36 and the increase button B37. The decrease button B36 is a button that decreases the minutes displayed in the seventh area A7 by one minute. The increase button B37 is a button that increases the minutes displayed in the seventh area A7 by one minute. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the decrease button B36, the display control unit 101 decreases the minutes displayed in the seventh area A7. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the increase button B37, the display control unit 101 increases the minutes displayed in the seventh area A7.

[0076] [1-1-3. Calculation section] Returning to the explanation of Figure 1. When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the reservation setting button B29, the calculation unit 103 calculates the course driving time T1.

[0077] When the operation mode for drying is not set to "energy saving" on the operation mode detail setting screen G6 on which the reservation setting button B29 is operated, the calculation unit 103 calculates the operation mode time T1 corresponding to the type of operation mode displayed on the operation mode detail setting screen G6. The maximum time of the operation mode time T1 is stored as information for each type of operation mode in the memory 150. When the operation mode for drying is not set to "energy saving," the calculation unit 103 calculates the maximum time corresponding to the type of operation mode as the operation mode time T1.

[0078] On the other hand, when the drying operation mode is set to "energy saving" on the operation program detail setting screen G6 on which the reservation setting button B29 is operated, the calculation unit 103 calculates the operation program time T1 as follows. That is, the calculation unit 103 calculates the maximum time of the operation program time T1 corresponding to the type of operation program. Next, the calculation unit 103 adds the extension time of the drying process due to the drying operation mode being "energy saving" to the calculated maximum time, and calculates the added time as the operation program time T1. For example, when the acquired maximum time is "α" and the extension time of the drying process is "β", the calculation unit 103 calculates "α + β" as the operation program time T1.

[0079] After calculating the course driving time T1, the calculation unit 103 adds the margin time T2 indicated by the margin time information 152 stored in the memory 150 to the calculated course driving time T1 to calculate the reserved driving estimated time YT.

[0080] After calculating the estimated reserved operation time YT, the calculation unit 103 calculates the available reservation time based on the calculated estimated reserved operation time YT. The available reservation time indicates how many hours after the current time the end time of the reserved operation can be set. For example, assume that the estimated reserved operation time YT calculated by the calculation unit 103 is 4 hours and 41 minutes. In this case, the end time of the reserved operation needs to be 4 hours and 41 minutes after the current time. Therefore, the calculation unit 103 calculates a reservation possible set time that indicates 5 hours or later. Also, for example, assume that the reserved operation estimated time YT calculated by the calculation unit 103 is 5 hours and 39 minutes. In this case, the end time of the reserved operation needs to be 5 hours and 39 minutes after the current time. Therefore, the calculation unit 103 calculates a reservation possible set time that indicates a time 6 hours or later.

[0081] Note that, when the minute of the hours and minutes indicated by the estimated reserved operation time YT is "01," the calculation unit 103 may calculate the reservable set time by setting the minute to "00." For example, when the estimated reserved operation time YT calculated by the calculation unit 103 is 4 hours and 1 minute, the calculation unit 103 calculates the reservable set time that indicates 4 hours or later.

[0082] When the fourth area A4 of the reservation setting button B29 displays the end time of the reserved operation and the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the start switch 113, the calculation unit 103 performs laundry amount measurement. The laundry amount measurement means measuring the amount of laundry contained in the washing tub 121. For example, the calculation unit 103 provides a function of driving the drive motor 122 and classifying the amount of laundry up to 10 kg into about 10 levels based on the torque current value when the drive motor 122 is rotated at a constant rotation speed. The amount of laundry contained in washing tub 121 is an example of "information about laundry contained in the washing machine."

[0083] The calculation unit 103 corrects the calculated course operation time T1 based on the amount of laundry classified by the laundry weight measurement, and calculates a corrected course operation time T11. The calculation unit 103 calculates a subtraction time to be subtracted from or an addition time to be added to the course operation time T1 based on the amount of laundry classified by the laundry weight measurement. The calculation unit 103 calculates the subtraction time or addition time using a predetermined algorithm in which the smaller the amount of laundry classified by the laundry weight measurement, the larger the subtraction time, and the larger the amount of laundry classified by the laundry weight measurement, the larger the addition time. The calculation unit 103 then corrects the calculated course operation time T1 to a time that is reduced by the calculated subtraction time or increased by the calculated addition time, and calculates a corrected course operation time T11.

[0084] [1-1-4. Operation execution unit] The operation execution unit 104 causes the washing unit 12 to perform washing and the drying unit 13 to perform drying.

[0085] [1-1-5. Communication control section] The communication control unit 105 communicates with external devices via the communication unit 14 .

[0086] [1-2. Operation] Next, the operation of the washing machine 1 relating to the scheduled operation will be described. FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing the operation of the washing machine 1 related to the reserved operation.

[0087] When the user operates the power switch 112 to turn on the power to the washing machine 1 (step SX1), the display control section 101 starts displaying a screen on the touch panel 111 (step SA1).

[0088] When the touch panel 111 starts displaying the screen, the reception unit 102 receives settings of the operation details of the reserved operation from the user via each screen shown in Fig. 5 (step SA2). The settings of the operation details of the reserved operation include the setting of the type of operation course on the course selection screen G5 and various settings on the course detail setting screen G6.

[0089] Next, the user operates the reservation setting button B29 (step SX2), and when the reception unit 102 receives the operation on the reservation setting button B29, the calculation unit 103 calculates the course driving time T1 (step SA3).

[0090] Step SA3 will be described in detail. As described above, the calculation unit 103 calculates different course operation times T1 depending on whether the drying operation course is "energy saving" or not on the course detail setting screen G6 of the operated reservation setting button B29.

[0091] Next, the calculation unit 103 adds the margin time T2 indicated by the margin time information 152 stored in the memory 150 to the course operation time T1 calculated in step SA3 to calculate the reserved operation estimated time YT (step SA4).

[0092] Next, the calculation unit 103 calculates the reservation possible set time based on the reserved operation estimated time YT calculated in step SA4 (step SA5).

[0093] Next, the display control unit 101 displays the end time setting screen G7 on the touch panel 111 (step SA6).

[0094] Next, the reception unit 102 receives the setting of the end time of the reserved operation via the end time setting screen G7 based on the set reservation available time calculated in step SA5 (step SA7).

[0095] Step SA7 will now be described in detail. For example, if the reservation available time calculated in step SA5 indicates that the reservation available time is three hours or more later, on the end time setting screen G7 shown in Figure 6, the reception unit 102 accepts the setting of the end time of the reserved operation so that the number in the fifth area A5 is three or more. Also, for example, if the reservation available time calculated in step SA5 indicates a time four hours or more in the future and the current time is "12:51," the reception unit 102 will accept the setting of the end time of the reserved operation on the end time setting screen G7 shown in Figure 7 so that it is a time in the future after "17:00."

[0096] After setting the end time of the scheduled operation, when the user operates the start switch 113 (step SX3), the calculation unit 103 measures the laundry amount and corrects the course operation time T1 included in the scheduled operation estimated time YT calculated in step SA4 (step SA8). When the user operates start switch 113, the washing machine 1 contains laundry and the door at the opening of washing tub 121 is closed.

[0097] Next, the operation execution unit 104 determines whether or not to start the reserved operation (step SA9).

[0098] Step SA9 will be described in detail. The operation execution unit 104 determines whether or not the operation standby time has elapsed since the start switch 113 was operated. The operation standby time is the time obtained by subtracting the corrected course operation time T1 and the margin time T2 from the time span between the time when the start switch 113 was operated and the set end time of the reserved operation. If the operation execution unit 104 determines that the operation standby time has not elapsed since the start switch 113 was operated, it determines not to start the reserved operation, and if it determines that the operation standby time has elapsed since the start switch 113 was operated, it determines to start the reserved operation.

[0099] If the operation execution unit 104 determines not to start the reserved operation (step SA9: NO), it performs the determination of step SA9 again. On the other hand, if the operation execution unit 104 determines to start the reserved operation (step SA9: YES), it starts the reserved operation based on the operation content of the set reserved operation (step SA10).

[0100] Here, the time series of reserved operation will be described with reference to FIGS. 9, 10, 11, and 12 are diagrams for explaining the time series of reserved operation.

[0101] 9, the setting of the reserved operation starts at timing TM1 and ends at timing TM2. Between timings TM1 and TM2, the washing machine 1 performs the processes of steps SA1 to SA8.

[0102] 9, after timing TM2, washing machine 1 waits for the scheduled operation to be executed, and starts the scheduled operation at timing TM3. Between timings TM2 and TM3, washing machine 1 performs the process of step SA9.

[0103] As shown in Fig. 9, the washing machine 1 starts the scheduled operation after timing TM3. If the scheduled operation is executed according to the corrected scheduled operation estimated time YT1, the scheduled operation ends at timing TM4, as shown in Fig. 9.

[0104] Figure 10 illustrates an example in which the actual scheduled operation ends before exceeding the corrected course operation time T11. In Figure 10, the scheduled operation time, which is the time required for the actual scheduled operation, is indicated by the symbol "YTC-1." As shown in Figure 10, the actual scheduled operation time YTC-1 ends at timing TM5 before the start of the margin time T2 that constitutes the corrected scheduled operation time YT1.

[0105] Figure 11 illustrates an example in which the actual scheduled operation ends after exceeding the corrected course operation time T11 but before exceeding the margin time T2. In Figure 11, the actual scheduled operation time is indicated by the symbol "YTC-2." As shown in Figure 11, the actual scheduled operation time YTC-2 ends at timing TM6 after the start of the margin time T2 that constitutes the corrected scheduled operation time YT1.

[0106] Figure 12 illustrates an example in which the actual scheduled operation ends after the corrected estimated scheduled operation time YT1. In Figure 12, the actual scheduled operation time is indicated by the symbol "YTC-3." As shown in Figure 12, the actual scheduled operation time YTC-3 ends at timing TM7, which is the time when the corrected scheduled operation time YT1 has elapsed.

[0107] [1-3. Effects, etc.] As described above, washing machine 1 capable of scheduled operation includes reception unit 102 that receives settings related to the scheduled operation from the user. Reception unit 102 receives a setting for the length of margin time T2 for the scheduled operation, receives a setting for the operation content of the scheduled operation, and receives a setting for the end time of the scheduled operation based on the received length of margin time T2 and the operation content of the scheduled operation.

[0108] This allows the end time of the scheduled operation to be set taking into account the length of the margin time T2 set by the user, thereby preventing the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range.

[0109] In the past, the margin time T2 constituting the estimated scheduled operation time YT was a fixed value. Therefore, in the past, if an operation course ended before exceeding the course operation time T1, the scheduled operation ended earlier than the end time set by the user. However, in the washing machine 1 of the present embodiment, the user can adjust and set the length of the margin time T2, and the user can set the end time of the scheduled operation taking the length of the set margin time T2 into consideration. Therefore, it is easier for the user to predict in advance the deviation between the set end time of the scheduled operation and the actual end time of the scheduled operation. Therefore, even if the operation course ended without exceeding the course operation time T1, it is possible to prevent the end time of the scheduled operation from deviating from the range expected or acceptable by the user. Furthermore, in the past, if an operation course ended at a time exceeding the course operation time T1 and the margin time T2, the scheduled operation ended later than the end time set by the user. However, in the washing machine 1 of the present embodiment, the user can adjust and set the length of the margin time T2. Therefore, if the user wants to avoid the scheduled operation ending later than the end time set by the user, the user can set the margin time T2 longer to reduce the possibility of the scheduled operation ending later than the end time set by the user. This prevents the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range.

[0110] The end time of the reserved operation that can be accepted by the accepting unit 102 varies depending on the length of the margin time T2 accepted by the accepting unit 102.

[0111] This allows the user to set the end time of the scheduled operation according to the length of the margin time T2, making it easier for the user to predict and adjust the discrepancy between the set end time of the scheduled operation and the actual end time of the scheduled operation in advance. This makes it possible to appropriately prevent the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range.

[0112] Conventionally, the course operation time T1 and margin time T2 constituting the scheduled operation estimated time YT were fixed values ​​for each operation course, so the scheduled operation end time that could be set was fixed to a certain time or later. Therefore, conventionally, the scheduled operation end time could not be set earlier than the certain time, which led to frustration for users who wanted to set the scheduled operation end time earlier than the certain time. However, the washing machine 1 of this embodiment allows the user to adjust the length of margin time T2, so by shortening the length of margin time T2, the scheduled operation end time can be set earlier than the certain time, thereby eliminating the above-mentioned frustration.

[0113] The end time of the reserved driving accepted by the accepting unit 102 is a time based on the course driving time T1 according to the driving content accepted by the accepting unit 102 and the margin time T2 of the length accepted by the accepting unit 102.

[0114] This prevents the end time of the scheduled operation from deviating from the range expected or acceptable by the user, even if the operation course ends within the course operation time T1. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range. Furthermore, since the end time of the scheduled operation can be set taking into account the operation details of the scheduled operation set by the user, the end time of the scheduled operation can be set as close to the current time as possible.

[0115] The washing machine 1 includes a memory 150 that stores the length of the margin time T2 received by the reception unit 102. The reception unit 102 receives the setting of the end time of the reserved operation based on the length of the margin time T2 stored in the memory 150.

[0116] This eliminates the need to set the length of the margin time T2 each time a scheduled operation is performed, which prevents the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range, and also eliminates the need to reset the end time of the scheduled operation each time, providing high user convenience.

[0117] The control program 151 causes the processor 100 to function as the reception unit 102 .

[0118] This provides the same effects as the washing machine 1 described above.

[0119] In the method for setting the reserved operation, the setting of the length of the margin time T2 is accepted, the setting of the operation content of the reserved operation is accepted, and the setting of the end time of the reserved operation is accepted based on the accepted length of the margin time T2 and the operation content of the reserved operation.

[0120] This provides the same effects as the washing machine 1 described above.

[0121] (Embodiment 2) Next, a second embodiment will be described. In the description of the second embodiment, differences from the first embodiment will be mainly described.

[0122] [2-1.Configuration] The configuration of washing machine 1 in the second embodiment is the same as that in the first embodiment, except for calculation unit 103.

[0123] When the receiving unit 102 receives an operation on the reservation setting button B29, the calculation unit 103 of the second embodiment measures the laundry amount and acquires the ambient temperature from the temperature sensor 125. Next, the calculation unit 103 of the second embodiment calculates the subtraction time based on the laundry amount measurement result, as in the first embodiment. The calculation unit 103 of the second embodiment also estimates the temperature of the wash water based on the ambient temperature acquired from the temperature sensor 125, and calculates the subtraction time for subtracting time. The calculation unit 103 of the second embodiment calculates the subtraction time using a predetermined algorithm in which the subtraction time increases as the ambient temperature acquired from the temperature sensor 125 increases. The ambient temperature and the temperature of the washing water are examples of "temperature related to the washing machine."

[0124] Next, the calculation unit 103 of the second embodiment calculates the maximum time of the course operation time T1 corresponding to the type of operation course displayed on the course detail setting screen G6 on which the reservation setting button B29 was operated, as in the first embodiment. Then, the calculation unit 103 of the second embodiment subtracts the calculated two types of subtraction times from the calculated maximum time.

[0125] Next, in the second embodiment, if the drying operation course is not set to "energy saving" on the course detail setting screen G6 where the reservation setting button B29 is operated, the calculation unit 103 calculates the time obtained by subtracting two types of subtraction times from the maximum time as the course operation time T1.

[0126] On the other hand, when the drying operation course is set to "energy saving" on the course detail setting screen G6 on which the reservation setting button B29 is operated, the calculation unit 103 of the second embodiment calculates the course operation time T1 as the time obtained by subtracting two types of subtraction times from the maximum time and adding the extension time by which the drying process is extended.

[0127] [2-2. Operation] Next, with reference to FIG. 13, an operation of the washing machine 1 relating to a reserved operation in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the operation of the washing machine 1 relating to the reserved operation. In Fig. 13, the same steps as in Fig. 8 are denoted by the same reference numerals. In the explanation of Fig. 13, detailed explanations of the same steps as in Fig. 8 will be omitted as appropriate.

[0128] When the reception unit 102 receives an operation on the reservation setting button B29, the calculation unit 103 measures the laundry amount (step SB1) and acquires the ambient temperature from the temperature sensor 125 (step SB2). In this embodiment, when the user operates the reservation setting button B29, the washing machine 1 contains laundry and the door at the opening of the washing tub 121 is closed.

[0129] Next, the calculation unit 103 calculates the course driving time T1 as described above (step SB3).

[0130] [2-3. Effects, etc.] As described above, the reception unit 102 receives the setting of the end time of the reserved operation based on the length of the received margin time T2, the operation details of the received reserved operation, and the ambient temperature.

[0131] In the washing machine 1, the estimated scheduled operation time YT may vary depending on the temperature of the wash water. Therefore, in this embodiment, the scheduled operation end time can be set taking into consideration not only the length of the margin time T2 but also the temperature of the wash water estimated from the ambient temperature, thereby further preventing the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range.

[0132] Furthermore, the reception unit 102 receives a setting of the end time of the reserved operation based on the length of the received margin time T2, the operation content of the received reserved operation, the amount of laundry to be washed stored in the washing machine 1, and the user.

[0133] In the washing machine 1, the estimated scheduled operation time YT may vary depending on the amount of laundry to be washed. Therefore, in this embodiment, the scheduled operation end time can be set taking into consideration the amount of laundry to be washed in addition to the length of the margin time T2, which further prevents the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the expected and / or acceptable range.

[0134] (Embodiment 3) Next, a third embodiment will be described. In the description of the third embodiment, differences from the first embodiment will be mainly described.

[0135] [3-1.Configuration] The configuration of washing machine 1 in the third embodiment is the same as that in the first embodiment, except for display control unit 101 and reception unit 102.

[0136] The display control unit 101 of the third embodiment displays an inquiry screen G8 (see FIGS. 15 and 16) on the touch panel 111, in addition to the screens displayed by the display control unit 101 of the first embodiment. The inquiry screen G8 will be described later. In the present embodiment, the display control unit 101 is an example of an "inquiry unit."

[0137] The receiving unit 102 of the third embodiment receives input to the inquiry screen G8 in addition to the contents described in the first embodiment.

[0138] [3-2. Operation] Next, with reference to FIG. 14, an operation of the washing machine 1 relating to a reserved operation in the third embodiment will be described. FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the operation of the washing machine 1 related to the reserved operation. In Fig. 14, the same steps as in Fig. 8 are denoted by the same reference numerals. In the description of Fig. 14, detailed description of the same steps as in Fig. 8 will be omitted as appropriate.

[0139] When the operation execution unit 104 ends the reserved operation, the display control unit 101 displays a first inquiry screen G81, which is one of the inquiry screens G8 (step SC1).

[0140] FIG. 15 is a diagram showing an example of the first inquiry screen G81. The first inquiry screen G81 is a screen that inquires whether the scheduled operation has finished at the time the user expected. Whether the time has arrived at the time the user expected can be interpreted as whether the user is satisfied with the scheduled operation that has been executed, and is therefore an example of "satisfaction level."

[0141] The first inquiry screen G81 has inquiry information J2 inquiring whether the scheduled operation has finished at the expected time. In Fig. 15, the inquiry information J2 is a character string that reads, "Did the scheduled operation finish at the expected time?"

[0142] The first inquiry screen G81 has a YES button B38 and a NO button B39. The YES button B38 is a button that accepts input of an affirmative response to the inquiry indicated by the inquiry information J2. The NO button B39 is a button that accepts input of a negative response to the inquiry indicated by the inquiry information J2. Inputting a positive answer is an example of "inputting information related to satisfaction level." Furthermore, inputting a negative answer is an example of "inputting information related to satisfaction level."

[0143] Returning to the description of Fig. 14, the reception unit 102 determines whether the inquiry displayed on the first inquiry screen G81 has been answered in the affirmative or negative manner (step SC3). If an operation of the YES button B38 is received in step SC3, the receiving unit 102 determines that an affirmative answer has been given. Also, if an operation of the NO button B39 is received in step SC3, the receiving unit 102 determines that an affirmative answer has been given.

[0144] If the receiving unit 102 determines that there is an affirmative response (step SC3: affirmative response), the processor 100 ends this process.

[0145] On the other hand, if the receiving unit 102 determines that a negative answer has been received (step SC3: negative answer), the display control unit 101 causes the touch panel 111 to display the second inquiry screen G82 (step SC4).

[0146] FIG. 16 is a diagram showing an example of the second inquiry screen G82. The second inquiry screen G82 is a screen for inquiring whether the end time of the reserved operation was earlier or later than expected.

[0147] The second inquiry screen G82 has inquiry information J3 inquiring whether the end time of the scheduled operation was earlier or later than expected. In Fig. 16, the inquiry information J3 is a character string that reads "Was it earlier or later than expected?"

[0148] The second inquiry screen G82 has an Early button B40 and a Late button B41. The Early button B40 is a button that accepts input of a response that the inquiry indicated by the inquiry information J3 was early. The Late button B41 is a button that accepts input of a response that the inquiry indicated by the inquiry information J3 was late.

[0149] Returning to the description of Fig. 14, the reception unit 102 determines whether the response to the inquiry displayed on the second inquiry screen G82 was that the delivery would be early or late (step SC5). In step SC5, if an operation on the fast button B40 is received, the receiving unit 102 determines that the answer is fast. Also, in step SC3, if an operation on the slow button B41 is received, the receiving unit 102 determines that the answer is slow.

[0150] If it is determined that the answer is "early" (step SC5: answer "early"), the receiving unit 102 increases the length of the leeway time T2 indicated by the leeway time information 152 stored in the memory 110 by a predetermined time (for example, 10 minutes) (step SC6).

[0151] If it is determined that the response is "late" (step SC5: "late" response), the receiving unit 102 shortens the length of the leeway time T2 indicated by the leeway time information 152 stored in the memory 110 by a predetermined time (for example, 10 minutes) (step SC7).

[0152] [3-3. Effects, etc.] Washing machine 1 includes display control unit 101 that inquires of the user as to whether the time is as expected. Receiving unit 102 accepts input of an affirmative answer or an negative answer to the inquiry from display control unit 101.

[0153] This allows the washing machine 1 to grasp information regarding the user's level of satisfaction with the scheduled operation that has been performed, and this information can be used for the next and subsequent scheduled operations, making the results of the scheduled operation closer to the user's expectations.

[0154] (Fourth embodiment) Next, a fourth embodiment will be described. In the description of the fourth embodiment, differences from the first embodiment will be mainly described.

[0155] [4-1.Configuration] FIG. 17 is a diagram showing the configuration of a washing machine system 1000. Washing machine system 1000 is a system that controls washing machine 1. Washing machine system 1000 includes washing machine 1, server device 2, and terminal device 3. Washing machine 1, server device 2, and terminal device 3 are connected to a network NW. Network NW includes the Internet, a telephone network, and other communication networks. The washing machine system 1000 is an example of an "electrical equipment system."

[0156] In the washing machine 1 of the present embodiment, the communication unit 14 is connected to the network NW, and thereby the washing machine 1 communicates with each device connected to the network NW.

[0157] Server device 2 is a device that processes information with washing machine 1 and terminal device 3 as clients. Note that in Fig. 17, server device 2 is represented by one block, but this does not necessarily mean that server device 2 is composed of a single device.

[0158] The terminal device 3 is a PC (Personal Computer) used by the user of the washing machine 1 and capable of displaying information. In the present embodiment, the terminal device 3 is exemplified as a tablet PC equipped with a touch panel 32, but the terminal device 3 may be a laptop PC or a desktop PC. An application program that can set the length of the margin time T2, the operation content of the scheduled operation, and the end time of the scheduled operation is installed in the terminal device 3. Hereinafter, this application program will be denoted by "APP311" with the reference numeral "311" added. In this embodiment, the APP 311 is also an example of a "program."

[0159] Next, the configuration of the terminal device 3 will be described. FIG. 18 is a diagram showing the configuration of the terminal device 3. As shown in FIG. The terminal device 3 includes a control unit 30, a communication unit 31, and a touch panel 32.

[0160] The control unit 30 includes a processor 300 such as a CPU or an MPU, a memory 310, and an interface circuit to which other devices are connected. In this embodiment, a case where a communication unit 31 and a touch panel 32 are connected to the control unit 30 is illustrated as an example, but devices other than the communication unit 31 and the touch panel 32 may also be connected to the control unit 30.

[0161] The memory 310 is a storage device that stores programs and data. The memory 310 stores the APP 311 and data to be processed by the processor 300. The memory 310 has a non-volatile storage area. The memory 310 also has a volatile storage area and constitutes a work area for the processor 300. The memory 310 is constituted by, for example, a ROM or a RAM.

[0162] The communication unit 31 includes communication hardware such as a wireless communication circuit that complies with a predetermined communication standard, and communicates with devices connected to the network NW under the control of the control unit 30.

[0163] The processor 300 reads and executes the APP 311 stored in the memory 310, thereby functioning as a display control unit 301, a reception unit 302, a calculation unit 303, and a communication control unit 304.

[0164] The display control unit 301 causes the touch panel 32 to display various screens. The display control unit 301 displays a screen for setting the operation details of the reserved operation. Note that this screen does not have to be the same screen as the course selection screen G5 or the course detail setting screen G6 shown in Fig. 5, as long as it is a screen on which the operation details of the reserved operation can be set. The display control unit 301 also displays a screen for setting the end time of the scheduled operation. Note that this screen does not have to be the same screen as the end time setting screen G7, as long as it is a screen on which the end time of the scheduled operation can be set.

[0165] The reception unit 302 receives an operation from the user via the screen displayed on the touch panel 32 .

[0166] The calculation unit 303 performs the same operation as the calculation unit 103 of the first embodiment.

[0167] The communication control unit 304 communicates with each device connected to the network NW via the communication unit 31.

[0168] [4-2. Operation] Next, the operation of each part of washing machine system 1000 related to setting the end time of the reserved operation will be described.

[0169] When the end time of the reserved operation is set, terminal device 3 receives margin time information 152 from washing machine 1.

[0170] The display control unit 301 displays a screen for setting the operation details of the reserved operation. Next, the reception unit 302 receives the setting of the operation details of the reserved operation via this screen. Next, when the reception unit 302 receives an operation to start setting the end time of the reserved operation, the display control unit 301 displays a screen for setting the end time of the reserved operation. When this screen is displayed, the calculation unit 303 calculates the reservation available set time in the same way as in embodiment 1. Next, the reception unit 302 receives the setting of the end time of the reserved operation via the screen displayed by the display control unit 301, based on the reservation available set time calculated by the calculation unit 303.

[0171] When the reception unit 302 receives an operation to start the reserved operation after receiving the setting of the end time of the reserved operation, the communication control unit 304 of the terminal device 3 transmits reserved-operation start request information to the washing machine 1 via the server device 2. The reserved-operation start request information is information requesting the start of the reserved operation, and includes the operation content of the reserved operation received by the reception unit 302, the end time of the reserved operation received by the reception unit 302, and the reserved-operation estimated time YT calculated by the calculation unit 303 as information.

[0172] When the communication control unit 304 of the washing machine receives the reserved operation start request information from the terminal device 3, the operation execution unit 104 performs the reserved operation based on various information included in the reserved operation start request information.

[0173] [4-3. Effects, etc.] According to the fourth embodiment, the same effects as those of the first embodiment can be achieved.

[0174] (Other embodiments) As described above, the above-mentioned first to fourth embodiments have been described as examples disclosed in the present application. However, the technology in the present disclosure is not limited to these, and can be applied to embodiments in which modifications, substitutions, additions, omissions, etc. are made. Furthermore, it is also possible to combine the components described in the above-mentioned first to fourth embodiments to create new embodiments. Therefore, other embodiments will be exemplified below.

[0175] In other embodiments, the buttons displayed on the touch panels 32 and 111 may be configured as buttons provided separately from the touch panels 33 and 111. In this case, the touch panels 33 and 111 may be configured as displays without touch functionality.

[0176] In the above-described second embodiment, the calculation unit 102 is configured to calculate two types of subtraction times and subtract the two types of subtraction times from the course operation time T11. In other embodiments related to the second embodiment, the calculation unit 102 may be configured to calculate an additional time based on the result of laundry weight measurement and also calculate an additional time based on the ambient temperature acquired from the temperature sensor 125, and add these additional times to the course operation time T11. In this case, the calculation unit 102 calculates the subtraction time or the additional time using a predetermined algorithm in which the higher the ambient temperature acquired from the temperature sensor 125, the longer the subtraction time, and the lower the temperature, the longer the additional time.

[0177] In other embodiments, when the operation content of the scheduled operation includes a drying process, the reception unit 102, 302 may be configured to receive the setting of the end time of the scheduled operation based on the length of the margin time T2 and the operation content of the scheduled operation. Also, in this configuration, when the operation content of the scheduled operation does not include a drying process, the reception unit 102, 302 may be configured to receive the setting of the end time of the scheduled operation based on the operation content of the scheduled operation. That is, in this other embodiment, when the operation content of the scheduled operation includes a drying process, the reception unit 102, 302 accepts the setting of the end time of the scheduled operation based on the estimated scheduled operation time YT, which includes the course operation time T1 and the margin time T2. Also, in this other embodiment, when the operation content of the scheduled operation does not include a drying process, the reception unit 102, 302 accepts the setting of the end time of the scheduled operation based on the estimated scheduled operation time YT, which includes the course operation time T1. Among the processes of the washing machine 1, the drying process is a process that is a main factor that can cause fluctuations in the scheduled operation estimated time YT. Therefore, when the drying process is included, the scheduled operation end time is more likely to deviate from the time expected by the user than when the drying process is not included. Therefore, by using the above-mentioned other embodiment, it is possible to prevent the scheduled operation end time from deviating from the time expected by the user while preventing unnecessary consideration of the length of the margin time T2.

[0178] In the above-described second embodiment, the end time of the scheduled operation is accepted taking into consideration the amount of laundry and the ambient temperature, but in other embodiments related to the second embodiment, the end time of the scheduled operation may be accepted taking into consideration either the amount of laundry or the ambient temperature.

[0179] In the above-described first to fourth embodiments, the washing machine 1 has a drying function. In other embodiments related to the first to fourth embodiments, the washing machine 1 does not necessarily have to have a drying function.

[0180] In the above-described first to fourth embodiments, the washing machine 1 is exemplified as being capable of automatically dispensing an agent. In other embodiments, the washing machine 1 may be a washing machine that is not capable of automatically dispensing an agent.

[0181] In the above-described first to third embodiments, the washing machine 1 has been exemplified as having a function of being able to communicate with an external device. In other embodiments related to the first to third embodiments, the washing machine 1 does not have to be able to communicate with an external device.

[0182] In the above-described first to fourth embodiments, the drum-type washing machine 1 is exemplified. In other embodiments, the washing machine 1 may be a vertical-type washing machine.

[0183] In other embodiments related to the fourth embodiment, the display control unit 301 may display various screens, similar to the display unit 101 of the first embodiment, so that the reception unit 302 receives a setting of the tolerance level of elements that the user is willing to change in the reserved operation, or the display unit 101 of the first embodiment may display a screen for setting the operation details of the reserved operation, and the reception unit 102 may receive the setting of the operation details of the reserved operation via the screen. The display control unit 301 may display various screens, similar to the display unit 101 of the first embodiment, so that the reception unit 302 receives a setting of the end time of the reserved operation. The display control unit 301 may make an inquiry about the reserved operation, similar to the display control unit 101 of the third embodiment. Note that in the above-described embodiments, display has been exemplified as an inquiry form of the "inquiry unit" of the present disclosure, but the inquiry form of the "inquiry unit" of the present disclosure is not limited to display and may be other forms such as audio output.

[0184] In another embodiment, the length of margin time T2 indicated by margin time information 152 stored in memory 150 may be changed based on the timing from when the operation course of the reserved operation ends until the door that opens and closes the opening of washing tub 121 opens. For example, if the door opens before margin time T2 has elapsed, the length of margin time T2 indicated by margin time information 152 stored in memory 150 may be changed to be shorter. Also, for example, if the door opens after margin time T2 has elapsed, the length of margin time T2 indicated by margin time information 152 stored in memory 150 may be changed to be longer.

[0185] In other embodiments, the length of the margin time T2 may be changed depending on the user's lifestyle. For example, if the user's lifestyle is to remove the laundry from the washing machine 1 immediately after the wash is finished, in this other embodiment, the length of the margin time T2 may be changed to be shorter. Note that whether the laundry will be removed from the washing machine 1 immediately or not is determined by a door open / close sensor provided in the washing machine 1.

[0186] In the above-described embodiment, the washing machine 1 is exemplified as an "electrical appliance" of the present disclosure. However, the "electrical appliance" of the present disclosure is not limited to the washing machine 1 and may be any appliance capable of scheduled operation. For example, the "electrical appliance" of the present disclosure may be a home appliance such as a dishwasher, refrigerator, freezer, electric cooker, microwave oven, oven range, toaster, induction cooker, rice cooker, or bread maker; an air conditioning appliance such as a humidifier, dehumidifier, deodorizer, air conditioner, heater, or air purifier; a deodorizer, sterilizer, beauty appliance, massager, heat pump water heater, or garbage disposal; or a commercial electrical appliance. Furthermore, in the above-described embodiment, the washing machine 1 is exemplified as a "clothing processing device" of the present disclosure. However, the "clothing processing device" of the present disclosure is not limited to the washing machine 1 and may be a dryer or the like.

[0187] In the above-described embodiment, the margin time T2 is exemplified as the "element that the user may be willing to change" of the present disclosure, and the length of the margin time T2 is exemplified as the "tolerance" of the present disclosure. However, the "elements that the user can accept change" in the present disclosure are not limited to the margin time T2, and may be any element that the user can accept change in the scheduled operation. For example, the "elements that the user can accept change" in the present disclosure may be the finished state of the laundry, the timing of the laundry, the load on the laundry during washing, the electricity cost for the scheduled operation, the volume of the noise during the scheduled operation, the response to demand response, etc. Furthermore, the "tolerance" in the present disclosure is not limited to the length of the margin time T2, but may be any degree of tolerance for factors that the user is willing to change in scheduled operation. For example, the "tolerance" in the present disclosure may be the degree of dryness of the finished laundry, the temperature at which the finished laundry is run, the amount of energy consumed by the scheduled operation, whether the scheduled operation starts early or late, whether the scheduled operation ends early or late, the load on the laundry during washing and drying, the energy fee for the scheduled operation, the volume of noise during the scheduled operation, whether demand response is supported, etc.

[0188] In the above-described embodiment, the length of the slack time T2 is set by setting a specific time on the screen. In other embodiments, the length of the slack time T2 may be set using concepts other than a specific time, such as "shorten," "shorter," "longer," or "longer." This may also be true even if the "tolerance" of the present disclosure is something other than the length of the slack time T2. Furthermore, the "tolerance" may be set in stages as in the first embodiment, or continuously using a slider.

[0189] In the above-described embodiment, the "inquiry about satisfaction level" of the present disclosure is exemplified by an inquiry about whether the time is what the user expected. However, the "inquiry about satisfaction level" of the present disclosure is not limited to an inquiry about whether the time is what the user expected, and may be, for example, an inquiry about whether the user is satisfied with the end time, or an inquiry about whether the end time is too early, too late, or just right. Furthermore, the inquiry may be an inquiry about the degree of satisfaction with the finish of the laundry, an inquiry about the level of satisfaction with the volume and duration of the operation noise, an inquiry about the degree of satisfaction with the entire scheduled operation, or the like.

[0190] In the above-described embodiment, the drying process of the washing machine 1 is exemplified as a "variable process" of the present disclosure. However, the "variable process" of the present disclosure is not limited to the drying process of the washing machine 1. The "variable process" of the present disclosure may be any process in which the estimated scheduled operation time YT can vary, such as a water supply process or a washing process performed with warm water. Note that the estimated scheduled operation time YT of the water supply process may vary depending on the water level. Furthermore, the estimated scheduled operation time YT of the washing process performed with warm water may vary depending on the temperature of the water used for washing. The temperature of the water used for washing may be measured directly or indirectly estimated from information such as the ambient temperature. Furthermore, if the "electrical appliance" of the present disclosure is a cooking appliance, the "variable process" of the present disclosure may be a cooking process in which the scheduled operation time varies depending on the amount and size of ingredients. Furthermore, if the "electrical appliance" of the present disclosure is a dishwasher, the "variable process" of the present disclosure may be a washing process in which the scheduled operation time varies depending on the degree of dirt and type of dishes.

[0191] In the above-described embodiment, the amount of laundry stored in the washing machine 1 is exemplified as the "information about laundry stored in the washing machine" of the present disclosure. However, the "information about laundry stored in the washing machine" of the present disclosure is not limited to the amount of laundry stored in the washing machine 1. The "information about laundry stored in the washing machine" of the present disclosure may be, for example, the time it takes to supply water to the laundry, the time it takes for the laundry to soak in the wash water, or the time it takes to wash the laundry.

[0192] In the above-described embodiment, the temperature of the washing water is exemplified as the "temperature related to the washing machine" of the present disclosure. However, the "temperature related to the washing machine" of the present disclosure is not limited to the temperature of the washing water. The "temperature related to the washing machine" of the present disclosure may be, for example, the temperature of the location where the washing machine 1 is placed, the temperature inside the washing tub 121, or the temperature of the water taken into the washing machine 1.

[0193] The processors 100 and 300 may be configured with a single processor or multiple processors. These processors may be hardware programmed to implement corresponding functional units. That is, these processors may be configured with, for example, an ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) or an FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array).

[0194] The configurations of washing machine 1 and terminal device 3 shown in Figures 1, 17, and 18 are merely examples, and the specific implementation form is not particularly limited. In other words, it is not necessary to implement hardware corresponding to each unit individually, and it is also possible to implement a configuration in which a single processor executes a program to realize the functions of each unit. Also, some of the functions realized by software in the above-mentioned embodiments may be implemented by hardware, or some of the functions realized by hardware may be implemented by software.

[0195] The step units of the operations shown in Figures 8, 13, and 14 are divided according to the main processing content to make the operations easier to understand, and the operation is not limited by the way the processing units are divided or the names of the processing units. The operations may be divided into more step units depending on the processing content. Furthermore, one step unit may be divided so that it includes more processing. Furthermore, the order of the steps may be changed as appropriate within the scope of the present disclosure.

[0196] It should be noted that the above-described embodiments are intended to illustrate the technology of the present disclosure, and various modifications, substitutions, additions, omissions, etc. may be made within the scope of the claims or their equivalents.

[0197] (Addendum) The above description of the embodiments discloses the following techniques.

[0198] (Technology 1) An electrical appliance capable of scheduled operation, comprising a reception unit that receives settings related to the scheduled operation from a user, the reception unit receiving a setting of the tolerance for elements that the user is willing to change in the scheduled operation, receiving a setting of the operation details of the scheduled operation, and receiving a setting of an end time for the scheduled operation based on the received tolerance and operation details. There are elements of scheduled operation that the user can tolerate changing, and Technology 1 can set the end time of the scheduled operation taking into account the tolerance level of the elements set by the user. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range.

[0199] (Technology 2) The electrical device according to Technology 1, wherein the end time that can be accepted by the accepting unit varies depending on the tolerance accepted by the accepting unit. This allows the end time of the scheduled operation to be set according to the tolerance level set by the user, thereby appropriately preventing the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range.

[0200] (Technology 3) The electrical device according to Technology 1 or Technology 2, wherein the end time accepted by the accepting unit is a time based on a first time corresponding to the operation content accepted by the accepting unit and a second time subsequent to the first time and corresponding to the tolerance level accepted by the accepting unit. According to this, because the second time is set according to the tolerance level, even if the operation ends before exceeding the first time, it is possible to prevent the end time of the scheduled operation from deviating from the end time expected by the user when setting it. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range. Furthermore, because the end time of the scheduled operation can be set taking into account the operation content of the scheduled operation set by the user, it is possible to set the end time of the scheduled operation as close as possible to the current time.

[0201] (Technology 4) The electrical device according to any one of Technology 1 to Technology 3, further comprising a memory unit that stores the tolerance level received by the reception unit, and the reception unit receives the setting of the end time based on the tolerance level stored in the memory unit. This eliminates the need to set the tolerance level each time a scheduled operation is performed, which prevents the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range, and also eliminates the need to reset the end time of the scheduled operation each time, providing high user convenience.

[0202] (Technology 5) An electrical device according to any one of Technology 1 to Technology 4, comprising an inquiry unit that inquires about a degree of satisfaction with the scheduled operation that has been performed, and the reception unit accepts input of information regarding the degree of satisfaction in response to an inquiry from the inquiry unit. This allows the washing machine 1 to grasp information regarding the user's level of satisfaction with the scheduled operation that has been performed, and this information can be used for the next and subsequent scheduled operations, making the results of the scheduled operation closer to the user's expectations.

[0203] (Technology 6) The electrical device according to any one of Technology 1 to Technology 5, wherein the reception unit receives the setting of the end time based on the received tolerance and the operation content when the operation content includes a variable process that may cause the operation time of the scheduled operation to fluctuate. This makes it possible to prevent the result of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range while preventing unnecessary consideration of the tolerance level.

[0204] (Technology 7) The electrical appliance is a clothing treatment device, and the reception unit receives the setting of the end time based on the received tolerance level, the received operation content, and information about the items to be treated stored in the clothing treatment device, the electrical appliance described in any one of Technology 1 to Technology 6. In a clothing processing device, the operation time of a scheduled operation can vary depending on information about the items to be processed. Therefore, Technology 6 can set the end time of the scheduled operation taking into account information about the items to be processed in addition to the tolerance level, thereby further preventing the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range.

[0205] (Technology 8) The electrical appliance is a clothing treatment device, and the reception unit receives the setting of the end time based on the received tolerance level, the received operation content, and the temperature related to the washing machine, the electrical appliance described in any one of Technology 1 to Technology 7. In a clothing processing device, the operation time of a scheduled operation can vary depending on the temperature of the clothing processing device. Therefore, Technology 7 can set the end time of the scheduled operation taking into account the temperature of the clothing processing device in addition to the tolerance level, thereby further preventing the results of the scheduled operation from deviating from the user's expectations and / or acceptable range.

[0206] (Technology 9) A program that causes a processor to function as a reception unit that receives settings related to the scheduled operation of an electrical appliance from a user, the reception unit receiving a setting of the tolerance for elements that the user is willing to change in the scheduled operation, receiving a setting of the operation content of the scheduled operation, and receiving a setting of an end time for the scheduled operation based on the received tolerance and operation content. This provides the same effects as the electric device described in the first technique.

[0207] (Technology 10) A method for setting scheduled operation, which accepts a setting of the tolerance of elements that a user can allow to be changed in scheduled operation of an electrical appliance, accepts a setting of the operation content of the scheduled operation, and accepts a setting of the end time of the scheduled operation based on the accepted tolerance and operation content. This provides the same effects as the electric device described in the first technique.

[0208] (Technology 11) An electrical equipment system comprising an electrical equipment capable of scheduled operation, a scheduled operation setting reception unit that receives settings from a user for the operation details related to the scheduled operation, and a tolerance setting reception unit that receives settings for the tolerance of elements that the user is willing to change in the scheduled operation, wherein the electrical equipment receives a setting for the end time of the scheduled operation based on the tolerance received by the tolerance setting reception unit and the operation details received by the scheduled operation setting reception unit. This provides the same effects as the electric device described in the first technique. [Industrial Applicability]

[0209] As described above, the electric appliance, the program, the method for setting a scheduled operation, and the electric appliance system according to the present invention can be used to set the end time of a scheduled operation. [Explanation of symbols]

[0210] 1. Washing machine (electrical appliance) 2. Server device 3 Terminal Devices 10, 30 Control unit 32, 111 Touch panel 12 Laundry Department 13 Drying section 14, 31 Communications Department 100, 300 processors 101, 301 Display control unit (query unit) 102, 302 Reception 103, 303 Calculation section 104 Operation Execution Department 105, 304 Communication control unit 110 Memory (storage unit) 112 Power switch 113 Start switch 121 Washing machine tub 122 drive motor 123 Water supply valve 124 Drain valve 125 Temperature Sensor 126 Automatic Insertion Unit 131 Compressor 132 Heat pump unit 133 Blower fan 150 memory 151 Control Program (Program) 152 Slack time information 310 memory 311 APP (Program) 1000 Washing Machine System A1~A7 1st area~7th area B1 Menu button B2 History button B3 Course button B4 Notification button B5, B7, B9, B20, B22 Back button B10, B23 Explanation buttons B11~B15 1st setting button~B15 5th setting button B16 Enter button B17 First list display button B18 Second list display button B19 List display button B21 Course selection button B24 Wash time setting button B25 Rinse setting button B26 Spinning time setting button B27 Drying operation mode setting button B28 Water level setting button B29 Reservation setting button B30 Close button B31 Decrease button B32 Increase button B33 Enter button B34 Decrease button B35 Increase button B36 Decrease button B37 Increase button B38 YES button B39 NO button B40 Fast button B41 Slow button G1 Home Screen G2 Selection Screen G3 setting change screen G4 Margin time setting screen G5 Course Selection Screen G6 Course Detail Settings Screen G7 End time setting screen G8 Inquiry screen G81 First inquiry screen G82 Second inquiry screen J1 Current time information J2 Contact Information J3 Contact Information NW Network T1 Course driving time (1st hour) T2: Time lag (second hour) YT Reservation Operation Estimated Time

Claims

1. An electrical device that can be scheduled for operation, a reception unit that receives settings related to the reserved operation from a user, The reception unit Accepting a setting of tolerance for factors that the user is allowed to change in the scheduled operation; Accept the setting of the operation details of the reserved operation, Accepting a setting of an end time of the reserved operation based on the accepted tolerance and operation content. Electrical equipment.

2. The end time that can be accepted by the accepting unit varies depending on the tolerance accepted by the accepting unit. The electrical device according to claim 1 .

3. The end time accepted by the accepting unit is a time based on a first time corresponding to the driving content accepted by the accepting unit and a second time subsequent to the first time and corresponding to the tolerance accepted by the accepting unit.

3. The electrical device according to claim 1 or 2.

4. a storage unit that stores the tolerance level received by the reception unit, the accepting unit accepts the setting of the end time based on the tolerance stored in the storage unit.

3. The electrical device according to claim 1 or 2.

5. An inquiry unit for inquiring about a degree of satisfaction with the scheduled operation that has been performed, The reception unit accepting input of information regarding the satisfaction level in response to an inquiry from the inquiry unit; 3. The electrical device according to claim 1 or 2.

6. The reception unit When the operation content includes a variable process in which the operation time of the reserved operation may vary, accepting a setting of the end time based on the accepted tolerance and the accepted operation details; 3. The electrical device according to claim 1 or 2.

7. the electrical device is a clothing treatment device, The reception unit Accepting the setting of the end time based on the accepted tolerance, the accepted operation content, and information on the items to be treated stored in the clothing treatment device; 3. The electrical device according to claim 1 or 2.

8. the electrical device is a clothing treatment device, The reception unit accepting a setting of the end time based on the accepted tolerance, the accepted operation content, and the temperature related to the clothing treatment device; 3. The electrical device according to claim 1 or 2.

9. The processor, a reception unit that receives settings related to scheduled operation of the electrical appliance from a user; The reception unit Accepting a setting of tolerance for factors that the user is allowed to change in the scheduled operation; Accept the setting of the operation details of the reserved operation, Accepting a setting of an end time of the reserved operation based on the accepted tolerance and operation content. program.

10. Accepting a setting of tolerance of factors that a user is allowed to change in scheduled operation of the electrical equipment; Accept the setting of the operation details of the reserved operation, Accepting a setting of an end time of the reserved operation based on the accepted tolerance and operation content. How to set up scheduled driving.

11. Electrical equipment that can be scheduled for operation, a reservation operation setting receiving unit that receives settings of operation details related to the reservation operation from a user; a tolerance setting receiving unit that receives a setting of a tolerance of an element that the user is allowed to change in the scheduled operation, the electrical equipment accepts a setting of an end time of the scheduled operation based on the tolerance accepted by the tolerance setting acceptance unit and the operation content accepted by the scheduled operation setting acceptance unit; Electrical equipment systems.

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