Clothing processing equipment

Abstract

To provide a clothes treatment apparatus that is equipped with a wrinkle removal module capable of removing wrinkles from trousers and that can reverse the opening and closing direction of the wrinkle removal module.SOLUTION: A clothes treatment apparatus includes a cabinet that defines a treatment chamber. The clothes treatment apparatus further includes a door that is configured to open and close at least a portion of the cabinet. The clothes treatment apparatus further includes a wrinkle removal module that is located on an inside of the door, and configured to remove wrinkles from clothes by applying pressure to the clothes. The wrinkle removal module includes a base plate that is located at the door and configured to support clothes. The wrinkle removal module further includes a press plate that is coupled to the base plate, configured to rotate relative to the base plate, and configured to remove wrinkles from clothes by pressing against the base plate.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 6

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a clothing treatment apparatus.

Background Art

[0002] A clothing treatment apparatus means any apparatus for managing clothing such as washing, drying, and improving wrinkles of clothing in a home or a laundry. For example, clothing treatment apparatuses include a washing machine for washing clothes, a dryer for drying clothes, a combined washer-dryer having both a washing function and a drying function, a refresher for refreshing clothes,

[0003] a steamer for improving unnecessary wrinkles of clothing, etc. For example, a refresher is an apparatus for making the state of clothing comfortable and fresh, and has functions such as drying clothes, supplying fragrance to clothes, preventing static electricity generation in clothes, and improving wrinkles of clothes. etc.

[0004] A steamer is generally an apparatus that simply supplies steam to clothes to remove wrinkles from the clothes, and different from a general iron, removes wrinkles from clothes without directly applying heat to the clothes. etc.

[0005]

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0006]

[0007] An object of the present invention is to provide a clothing treatment apparatus provided with a wrinkle removal module capable of removing wrinkles of trousers and capable of reversing the opening and closing direction of the wrinkle removal module. ​Furthermore, the present invention provides clothing that can uniformly distribute pressure to trousers when hanging them. There are other purposes besides providing the processing device. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] According to the innovative aspects of the subject matter described in this application, the garment processing apparatus forms a processing chamber A case; a door configured to open and close at least a part of the case; and the door Located inside the garment, this wrinkle remover is designed to apply pressure to the garment to remove wrinkles. The module includes, and the wrinkle removal module is located in the door and supports the garment. A base plate configured as follows; and the base plate is connected to the base plate It is configured to rotate relative to the base plate, and the clothing is removed by the pressure applied to the base plate. Includes a press plate configured to remove wrinkles.

[0009] The garment processing apparatus may include one or more of the following selective features: The base plate At least a portion of the base plate is separated from the door by a predetermined distance. Includes a material that generates an elastic force that presses the base plate against the press plate. The press plate is elastic, which presses the press plate against the base plate. It includes a material that generates force. The press plate is in the vertical direction relative to the base plate. Alternatively, it is configured to rotate in the left-right direction. At the very least, one of them includes a press-avoidance section that forms a groove to accommodate the sewn parts of the garment.

[0010] The base plate includes a base fixing portion fixed to the door; and the base fixing portion It stretches and is separated from the door by a greater distance than the base fixing part, and the elastic force causes the clothing Includes a base elastic plate configured to support the garment. The base fixing part supports the sewing part of the garment. It includes a press-avoidance portion that forms a groove to accommodate it. The base fixing portion is made of the base elastic plate It is configured to be close to the door. The base fixing portion protrudes toward the door side and the door A fastening portion is supported by and configured to separate the base fixing portion from the door. Includes. The base plate is pressed by the press plate, thereby fastening. It is configured to rotate by a predetermined angle around the connection point.

[0011] The base elastic plate is a left base elastic plate extending to the left of the base fixing portion; and the base - Includes a right base fixing plate extending to the right of the fixing part. The press plate is used to process the garment. An opening is formed that is exposed to the chamber side. The base plate , positioned between the base elastic plate and the door, and providing elastic force to the base elastic plate. The base plate further includes a base elastic member configured as such. It is located on the board, protrudes toward the door side, and at least a portion of the base elastic member is the elastic member The elastic member fixing portion is further configured to be connected to the fixed portion. A coil spring, wherein at least a portion of the coil spring is fixed to the elastic member. They are linked together.

[0012] The wrinkle removal module is coupled to the first side of the base plate and the press plate A first hinge coupled to the first side and configured to allow the press plate to rotate; The base plate is coupled to the first side, and the press plate is coupled to the first side, and the press A second hinge configured such that the spray plate rotates; and the second side of the base plate or is located on the second side of the press plate, on the opposite side of the first hinge and the second hinge and includes a latch configured to latch-couple the press plate and the base plate. The wrinkle removal module is located between the first hinge and the second hinge and further includes a cap cover located between the base plate and the press plate. The wrinkle removal module is located on the second side of the base plate or the second side of the press plate and further includes a dummy cover located on the opposite side of the first hinge, the second hinge, and the cap cover.

[0013] According to other innovative aspects of the subject matter described in this application, a clothing treatment apparatus includes a case forming a treatment chamber; a door configured to open and close at least a part of the case; and a wrinkle removal module located inside the aforementioned door and configured to apply pressure to clothing to remove wrinkles from the clothing. The wrinkle removal module includes a base plate located on the door and configured to support the clothing; a press plate coupled to the base plate and configured to rotate with respect to the base plate, and configured to remove wrinkles from the clothing by applying pressure to the base plate and to form an opening configured to expose the clothing to the treatment chamber; a first hinge coupled to the first side of the base plate and the first side of the press plate and configured such that the press plate rotates; a second hinge coupled to the first side of the base plate and the first side of the press plate and configured such that the press plate rotates; and the second side of the base plate or and A case forming a treatment chamber; a door configured to open and close at least a part of the case; and a wrinkle removal module located inside the aforementioned door and configured to apply pressure to clothing to remove wrinkles from the clothing. The wrinkle removal module includes a base plate located on the door and configured to support the clothing; a press plate coupled to the base plate and configured to rotate with respect to the base plate, and configured to remove wrinkles from the clothing by applying pressure to the base plate and to form an opening configured to expose the clothing to the treatment chamber; a first hinge coupled to the first side of the base plate and the first side of the press plate and configured such that the press plate rotates; a second hinge coupled to the first side of the base plate and the first side of the press plate and configured such that the press plate rotates; and the second side of the base plate or and ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Located on the second side of the press plate, and on the opposite side of the first hinge and the second hinge. The press plate and the base plate are configured to latch together. The base plate includes a base fixing part that is fixed to the door; and the base Extending from the fixed part, separated from the door by a large distance from the base fixed part, and with elastic force Therefore, it includes a base elastic plate configured to support the clothing. [Effects of the Invention]

[0014] The garment processing device has the following effects.

[0015] Firstly, because the base plate is made from a single sheet of metal, the pressure applied from the press plate... It has the advantage of being able to effectively distribute resources.

[0016] Secondly, when unbalanced pressure is applied from the press plate, the base plate deforms. This has the advantage of being able to distribute pressure evenly across the clothing.

[0017] Thirdly, the base plate deforms or rotates around the fastening portion formed on the base plate. This allows for the elimination of unbalanced pressure.

[0018] Fourth, the press-avoidance section prevents pressure from concentrating on the seams of the garment. This has the advantage of allowing pressure to be applied evenly to the entire garment.

[0019] Fifth, when the wrinkle removal module opens from left to right according to the user's choice... Alternatively, it can be installed so that it opens from the right to the left.

[0020] Sixth, the press plate provided on the wrinkle removal module is linked to the opening and closing direction of the door. It has the advantage of allowing you to choose the direction of opening and closing. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0021] [Figure 1] This is a perspective view of an example garment processing device. [Figure 2] This is a block diagram of an example garment processing device. [Figure 3] This is an exploded perspective view of an example cycle assembly. [Figure 4] This is a perspective view of an example cycle assembly. [Figure 5] This is a diagram illustrating the usage status of an example wrinkle removal module. [Figure 6] This is an exploded view of an example wrinkle removal module. [Figure 7] This is a front view of an example base plate. [Figure 8] This is a bottom view of an example base plate. [Figure 9] This is a diagram illustrating the usage state of a wrinkle removal module, showing an example where the opening and closing direction of the wrinkle removal module has changed compared to Figure 5. [Figure 10] This is an exploded view of an example wrinkle removal module. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0022] Figures 1 and 2 show an example of a garment processing apparatus. Figures 3 and 4 show an example of a cycle assembly. — indicates.

[0023] The garment processing device 1 includes a case 10 that forms a processing chamber 120 with an open front, and The case 10 includes a door 20 that opens and closes the front of the case.

[0024] The interior of the case 10 is divided vertically by a separation plate 11. A processing chamber 12 is formed on which clothing is hung. Below the separation plate 11 is a mechanical device A cycle chamber 14 is formed in which a space is provided.

[0025] Clothes are suspended in the processing chamber 12 and processed by steam or air circulation. It removes wrinkles and deodorizes odors.

[0026] A hanger support rod 13 is suspended above the processing chamber 12, from which hangers for hanging clothes are suspended. The hanger support rod 13 is driven by a motor or other drive device to the processing chamber 1 It can be configured to move forward and backward, up and down and / or left and right within 2, in this way The motion is preferably a reciprocating motion with a constant period.

[0027] An air outlet 16 and a steam outlet 17 are formed inside the processing chamber 12.

[0028] In some embodiments, an air outlet 16 and a steam outlet 17 are formed on the discharge panel 15. .

[0029] In some embodiments, the air outlet 16 or steam outlet 17 can be formed on different panels. It is possible. In some embodiments, the discharge panel 15 forms a part of the surface of the cycle chamber 14. The discharge panel 15 is located on the rear side of the separation plate 11. It forms a continuous surface with the separation plate 11 and is positioned so as to be inclined toward the separation plate 11.

[0030] The air pushed by the blower unit 30 is discharged through the air outlet 16.

[0031] The steam generated by the steam unit 40 is discharged through the steam outlet 17. It will be done.

[0032] The cycle chamber 14 is supplied with a fan that circulates the air in the processing chamber 12. The unit 30 and the steam unit 40 that provides steam to the processing chamber 12 , a heat pump unit 50 that conditioned the air in the processing chamber 12, and each A control unit 60 is provided to control units 30, 40, and 50.

[0033] The aforementioned blower unit 30, steam unit 40, heat pump unit 50, control unit A partial assembly of mechanical devices for driving each process of a garment processing device, such as the 60 series. In this embodiment, it is defined as a cycle assembly.

[0034] The aforementioned air blowing unit 30 includes an air blowing fan 32 and an air intake port 34.

[0035] The intake port 34 is provided on the intake side of the blower fan 32, and the processing chamber 12 The internal air is guided to the blower fan 32.

[0036] The blower fan 32 circulates air by the rotation of the fan, and the processing chamber 12 After drawing in air, it is discharged to the heat pump unit 50.

[0037] The steam unit 40 generates heat in response to the applied power supply, and water is drawn from the water supply tank 72, which will be described later. The water is then converted into steam. The generated steam is discharged into the processing chamber 12. ru.

[0038] In some embodiments, the heat pump unit 50 is used to supply the processing chamber 12 A channel is formed to allow for fluid flow.

[0039] The heat pump unit 50 includes a compressor, condenser, evaporator, and expansion valve for refrigeration. It is composed of cycles. The heat pump unit 50, depending on the operating mode, processes the Cooling air or heated air can be discharged into the chamber 12.

[0040] In some embodiments, the heat pump unit 50 is heated by heat exchange with the refrigerant. The air around the condenser is supplied into the processing chamber 12 by the blower unit 30. This can be done. In this way, the high-temperature air supplied into the processing chamber 12 hangs It is used to process the clothes suspended from the support rod 13. Of course, the heat pump unit When the 50 unit does not operate and only the blower unit operates, there is always Warm air is supplied. In addition, the air cooled by the evaporator is supplied to the blower unit 50. Therefore, it can also be supplied into the processing chamber 12.

[0041] The heat pump unit 50 can also dehumidify the moisture in the processing chamber 12. Cut.

[0042] A water storage tank module 70 is provided in front of the cycle chamber 14. The tank module 70 is a water supply tank that supplies water to the steam unit 40. 72 and a drain tank 7 that collects and stores the condensed water generated in the processing chamber 12. Includes 4.

[0043] The water supply tank 72 has a water level sensor that senses the water level of the water stored in the water supply tank 72. A sensor 81 is provided. The drain tank 74 stores A drain water level sensor 91 is provided to detect the water level of the drained water.

[0044] The water from the water tank 72 is supplied to the steam unit 40 by the water supply pump 45.

[0045] The condensed water generated in the processing chamber 12 flows to the bottom of the processing chamber due to its own gravity. Afterward, the water flows into the drain tank 74 by the drain pump 46. The condensate generated in the nit 50 is also drained into the drain tank 74 by the drain pump 46. It flows.

[0046] The water supply pump 46 or drain pump 46 is controlled by the control unit 60.

[0047] In some embodiments, a tank module frame 71 is provided on the front side of the air intake port 34. It can be done.

[0048] A tank installation space 73 is formed between the tank module frame 71 and the door 20. The tank module frame 71 is connected to the separation plate 11 and the cycle channel Separate unit 14 from the outside.

[0049] In front of the tank installation space 73, there is a small amount of water in the water supply tank 72 or drain tank 74. At the very least, a tank support bar 75 is provided that interferes with one of the other tank support bars.

[0050] The tank support bar 75 is located where the water supply tank 72 or drain tank 74 is installed. To prevent unintended separation from space 73. The tank support bar 75 is the supply It supports the front of the water tank 72 and the drain tank 74.

[0051] Therefore, when the door 20 is opened and closed, the water supply tank 72 and the drain tank 74 are installed. This prevents departure from space 73.

[0052] In some embodiments, the lower end of the water supply tank 72 is resting on the upper end of the tank support bar 75. The lower end of the drain tank 74 is rested on the upper end of the tank support bar 75.

[0053] At least one of the water supply tank 72 or the drain tank 74 contains the tank A tank support end 79 is formed that interferes with the support bar 75.

[0054] The tank support end 79 is formed by being recessed or indented.

[0055] The front surfaces of the tank support bar 75 and the water supply tank 72 are connected by the tank support end 79. A continuous surface can be formed. The tank support end 79 and the tank support bar 75 The front surface of the drain tank 74 can be a continuous surface.

[0056] The water supply tank 72 and drain tank 74 are located in the tank installation space 73, on the left and right sides. They are arranged in parallel. The water supply tank 72 and drain tank 74 are used when the door 20 is open. It will be exposed to the public.

[0057] The water supply tank 72 and the drain tank 74 can be pulled out by the user.

[0058] The water supply tank 72 and drain tank 74 are separated from the tank module frame 71. Yes, it is possible. The water supply tank 72 and the drain tank 74 are removable from the tank installation space 73. It is Noh.

[0059] The water supply tank 72 is connected to the steam unit 40 to supply water, and the drain Tank 74 is connected to the processing chamber 12, and the processing chamber 12 or heat Water flowing in from the pump unit 50 is stored.

[0060] The drain tank 74 is functionally identical to the water supply tank 72. The tank 74 is positioned alongside the water supply tank 72.

[0061] The door 20 includes a door panel 22 that opens and closes the front of the case 10, and the door panel A hinge portion 24 that hinges the 22 and the case 10, and arranged on the door panel 22, Door gas that adheres tightly to the edge of the case 10 and seals the space between the door 20 and the case 10 The ket 26 is located on the inner surface of the door panel 22 and is generated in the processing chamber 12. It includes a door liner 80 that guides the condensed water to the separation plate 11.

[0062] In some embodiments, the door 20 simultaneously opens the processing chamber 12 and the tank installation space 73. It has an opening and closing structure. In some embodiments, the case 10 is provided with multiple doors. Yes, it is possible. Therefore, multiple doors each open to the processing chamber 12 or the tank installation space 73. It can be configured to open and close.

[0063] The door liner 80 is mounted facing the processing chamber 12.

[0064] The door liner 80 directs the condensed water generated on its surface to the drain grille 13 of the separation plate 11. I will guide you.

[0065] The door liner 80 is attached to the inner surface of the door panel 22, and the door panel 2 A liner portion 82 formed parallel to 2, and formed at the lower end of the liner portion 82, the treatment It includes a liner guide portion 84 formed to deflect inward from the inside of the chamber 12.

[0066] The door liner 80 is located above the separation plate 11. It is preferable that it be formed over an area smaller than the front surface of the chamber 12.

[0067] The door gasket 26 is installed so as to surround the door panel 22. Yes, it is possible. The door gasket 26 can seal the door 20 and the case 10. can.

[0068] The door gasket 26 separates the processing chamber 12 and the tank installation space 73, respectively. It can be separated and sealed.

[0069] The aforementioned door gasket 26 is used to receive condensed water generated in the processing chamber 12 into the tank installation space 7 It is possible to block the flow to 3.

[0070] The liner portion 82 is in close contact with the door panel 22.

[0071] In some embodiments, the liner guide portion 84 is formed integrally with the liner portion 82. In some embodiments, the liner portion 82 and the liner guide portion 84 are manufactured separately. It's also possible.

[0072] The liner guide portion 84 is deflected from the liner portion 82 toward the processing chamber 12. It is arranged in such a way. The liner guide portion 84 can be formed in a round shape or an inclined surface. ru.

[0073] The liner guide portion 84 is positioned to protrude from the door 20 into the processing chamber 12. It is possible to form it.

[0074] Here, a drop portion 86 is formed at the lower end of the liner guide portion 84. The drop portion 86 can be formed in an undercut shape. The drop portion 86 increases the amount of condensed water droplets. It has the function of applying pressure and causing it to fall downwards.

[0075] A portion of the door gasket 26 can be positioned below the liner guide portion 84. The door gasket 26 prevents condensed water from the processing chamber 12 from flowing down into the tank installation space 73. To prevent and.

[0076] In some embodiments, a wrinkle removal module 100 is provided that applies pressure to the garment to remove wrinkles. It can be kicked. The wrinkle removal module 100 is provided on the door 20. In some embodiments, The wrinkle removal module 100 can be installed inside the processing chamber 12.

[0077] The wrinkle removal module 100 is installed at a location where steam is supplied.

[0078] The wrinkle removal module 100 is provided on the inner surface of the door 20 for clothing 105 (e.g. For example, a base plate 110 that supports the trousers, and a part that is in close contact with the base plate 110. It includes a press plate 140 that applies pressure to the trousers 105.

[0079] The trousers 105 are hung on the hanger member 120. The hanger member 120 is hung on the support part 25 located on the inside of the door 20.

[0080] In some embodiments, a general-purpose trouser hanger is used as the hanger member 120. If scarves, mufflers, etc. are to be hung, other types of hanger components may be used. No. The shape of the hanger member can be changed in various ways.

[0081] The support portion 25 is arranged in a vertical direction inside the case 10, and the length of the trousers It is selected based on that.

[0082] The base plate 110 is attached to the door 20. 0 can be attached to the door panel 22 or door liner 80.

[0083] The base plate 110 is formed in the shape of a plate having elastic force. At least a portion of the plate 110 is separated from the door 20.

[0084] Through the space separated by the base plate 110 and the door 20, condensation connects to the door 20. Water can move to the liner guide section 84.

[0085] At least a portion of the base plate 110 is separated from the door liner 80. Therefore, the condensed water connected to the door liner 80 does not come into contact with clothing.

[0086] In some embodiments, the press plate 140 can be formed from an elastic material. That is, The base plate 110 is formed from a hard material, and the press plate 140 is formed from an elastic material. It is possible. In some embodiments, the elastic force provided by the press plate 140 allows the clothing to be made to move. The type can be made to adhere tightly to the base plate 110.

[0087] In some embodiments, the base plate 110 is formed from a single plate. In the example shown, multiple plates can be assembled and manufactured.

[0088] The base plate 110 has a groove formed in the portion where the trousers' stitching portion 106 is located. The base plate 110 prevents interference with the sewn portion 106 and does not come into contact with the trousers. Maximize the area.

[0089] The base plate 110 has a press avoidance portion 1 in the area where the sewn portion 106 of the trousers is located. 11 is formed.

[0090] The base plate 110 includes a base fixing portion 112 that is fixed to the door 20, and It extends from the base fixing part 112 and is spaced further away from the door 20 than the base fixing part 112. It includes a base elastic plate 114 formed in a uniform manner.

[0091] In some embodiments, the base fixing portion 112 extends long in the vertical direction. The fixing portion 112 has fastening portions 113 formed on the upper and lower sides, respectively, and the fastening portions 113 Therefore, the state in which it is connected to the door 20 is maintained.

[0092] The base elastic plate 114 supports the clothing by elastic force. The base elastic plate 114 maintains a close contact state with the clothing.

[0093] The base elastic plate 114 extends from the base fixing portion 112 to the left and right, respectively. It consists of a left base elastic plate 115 and a right base elastic plate 116.

[0094] The left base elastic plate 115 and the right base elastic plate 116 are determined by the elasticity of the material. It can be elastically deformed in the direction of A20, and returns to its original state when the external force is removed. It is possible.

[0095] When the base plate 110 is pressed by the press plate 140, When the base plate 110 rotates or twists by a predetermined angle around the fastening portion 113, A grazing deformation can occur. Due to the deformation, the base plate 110 and the front The press plate 140 is in uniform contact with the surface.

[0096] In some embodiments, with the trousers 105 in place, the press plate 140 is to the left If it rotates from the side to the right, pressure is applied first to the left base elastic plate 115 before the right Pressure is applied to the side base elastic plate 116.

[0097] In some embodiments, the base elastic plate 114 is positioned to the left of the fastening portion 113 at a predetermined angle. The pressure applied to the trousers is distributed by elastic deformation, and thus the entire trousers It can provide uniform pressure across the entire surface.

[0098] Furthermore, the base fixing portion 112 is positioned lower than the base elastic plate 114. The base fixing portion 112 is located closer to the door 20 than the base elastic plate 114, and the base elastic It creates a height difference with respect to the surface plate 114.

[0099] The upper press avoidance portion 111 of the base fixing portion 112 is formed. The difference in height between the base fixing portion 112 and the base elastic plate 114 causes the press avoidance portion 111 It is formed. In some embodiments, a groove can also be formed in the base fixing portion 112. In this embodiment, the sewn portion 106 of the trousers is located at the base fixing portion 112.

[0100] Since the sewn portion 106 is formed by overlapping fabrics, it is formed to be thick. Therefore, if the press avoidance portion 111 is not formed, the pressure from the press plate 140 will cause sewing The pressure is concentrated at the point where the trousers meet (106). In this case, the pressure is not evenly distributed throughout the entire trousers.

[0101] In some embodiments, pressure is applied to the trousers in areas other than the sewn portion 106.

[0102] Furthermore, the base plate 110 is supported between the base plate 110 and the door 20. A base elastic member 118 is positioned there.

[0103] In some embodiments, a coil spring is used as the base elastic member 118. In some embodiments, leaf springs can be used. Also, the base plate Elasticity can also be provided by the elastic force of a material (for example, a rib) integrally formed with 110. can.

[0104] In some embodiments, the base elastic member 118 is located above the left base elastic plate 115 and They are positioned on the lower side, and on the upper and lower sides of the right-side base elastic plate 116, respectively.

[0105] In some embodiments, the base elastic member 118 is bonded to the base plate 110. An elastic member fixing portion 119 is formed.

[0106] In some embodiments, the elastic member fixing portion 119 is formed in a hook shape.

[0107] A portion of the coil spring is fixed by the elastic member fixing portion 119.

[0108] The elastic member fixing portion 119 is formed between the door 20 and the base plate 110. The elastic member fixing portion 119 is manufactured integrally. In some embodiments, the elastic member fixing portion 11 9 can be manufactured from separate parts and then assembled.

[0109] The aforementioned press plate 140 faces the base plate 110.

[0110] The press plate 140 can rotate relative to the base plate 110. In some embodiments, the press plate 140 has a structure that rotates horizontally. In the embodiment, the press plate 140 is provided as a structure that rotates in the vertical direction. can.

[0111] The press plate 140 is formed in a flat plate shape.

[0112] The press plate 140 is a press avoidance mechanism to avoid interference with the stitched portion 106. The part 142 and the press part 144 that is in close contact with the base elastic plate 114 are the press avoidance part 1 They are formed on the left and right sides of 42, respectively.

[0113] Here, the press plate 140 has openings to supply steam to the trousers. An opening 145 is formed. In some embodiments, the opening 145 is the press avoidance portion 14 It is arranged in superimposition with 2. In some embodiments, the press avoidance portion 142 and the opening 145 are They can be separated and arranged separately. In some embodiments, the opening 145 is located in the press portion 144. It's okay if it forms.

[0114] In some embodiments, one opening 145 is formed. 45 may be formed by forming a pore in the press plate 140, and the pore is It can be formed to have various shapes or patterns.

[0115] In some embodiments, multiple press avoidance sections 111 and 142 are arranged. The press avoidance portion 111 formed on the base plate 110 or the press plate 14 Only one of the press avoidance portions 142 formed at 0 can be formed.

[0116] Meanwhile, the press plate 140 rotates forward relative to the base plate 110. The trousers 105 are designed to apply pressure.

[0117] In some embodiments, the wrinkle removal module 100 is made of a single base plate. This has the advantage of effectively distributing the pressure applied from the press plate. ru.

[0118] In addition, in some embodiments, the wrinkle removal module 100 has a base that extends long in the vertical direction. Since the sewn portion 106 of the trousers is positioned on the fixing portion 110, pressure is concentrated on the sewn portion 106. This prevents wrinkles from forming, and thus evenly applies pressure to the entire trousers 105. It has the advantage of effectively promoting growth.

[0119] On the other hand, in some embodiments, the door 20 moves from left to right depending on the installation position of the hinge portion 24. It can also be installed so that it opens from right to left. It's also possible.

[0120] Therefore, the press plate 140 of the wrinkle removal module 100 opens the door 20. A ribbed It is composed of a 130-unit structure.

[0121] The aforementioned door 20 is installed so as to open from the left to the right, or from the right to the left. It can be installed to open to the side. The direction in which the door 20 opens is the clothing handling equipment. To efficiently utilize the space in which the unit is installed, or to allow selection according to the user's preference. be.

[0122] As shown in Figure 1, when the door opens from left to right, the press plate 140 is on the right It is mounted so that it can rotate from the side to the left.

[0123] Conversely, if the door opens from the right to the left, the press plate 140 is on the left side. It is mounted so that it can rotate to the right.

[0124] The wrinkle removal module 100 thus changes the opening direction of the press plate 140. Includes a reversal structure 130 for insertion.

[0125] Figures 5, 6, and 10 show an example of a wrinkle removal module. Figures 7 and 8 show an example of a base Figure 9 shows a plate. Compared to Figure 5, Figure 9 shows a change in the opening and closing direction of an example wrinkle removal module. This is a diagram showing an example of a wrinkle removal module.

[0126] The reversal structure 130 is the base plate 110 and the press plate 140 A first hinge 1 connects one side and rotates the press plate 140 around the aforementioned side. 52 and the second hinge 154, and the base plate 110 and press plate 140, as well as A side is provided, and when the press plate 140 is in contact, the press plate 140 is provided on the side A latch 160 that is fixed to the plate 110, and the first hinge 152 and the second hinge The cap cover 170 positioned between 154, the base plate 110 and press This includes a camouflage cover 180 provided on the other side of the plate 140.

[0127] In some embodiments, the press plate 140 is installed in a state where it rotates from right to left. This will be explained as follows (see Figures 1, 5, and 6).

[0128] The first hinge 152 is located at the upper left end, and the base plate 110 and press plate Connect the rate 140 with a hinge.

[0129] The second hinge 154 is located at the lower left end, and the base plate 110 and press plate Connect the rate 140 with a hinge.

[0130] The cap cover 170 is formed between the first hinge 152 and the second hinge 154. It is placed and assembled in a space. The cap cover 170 is the base plate It can be positioned between 110 and the press plate 140.

[0131] The latch 160 is opposite the first hinge 152 and the second hinge 154. It is attached to the other side of the aforementioned press plate 140.

[0132] When the latch 160 is in close contact, it connects to the press plate 140 and the base by hook coupling. The plates 110 are joined together. With the hooks joined, the press plate is further connected. When 140 comes into close contact with the base plate 110, the hook connection is released. The Chi 160 is configured to form a one-touch hook connection.

[0133] The aforementioned disguised cover 180 is located on the opposite side of the cap cover 170.

[0134] The aforementioned disguised cover 180 includes a first hinge 152, a second hinge 154, and a cap cover 17 This configuration prevents the installation location of 0 from being exposed to the user. The disguised cover 1 80 specifies the possible installation positions for the first hinge 152, the second hinge 154, and the cap cover 170. Conceal it.

[0135] The aforementioned disguise cover 180 is made of either the base plate 110 or the press plate 140. It is fixed in place. The disguise cover 180 is provided at the opening through which the press plate 140 is opened. It can be done.

[0136] In some embodiments, the disguised cover 180 is provided on the base plate 110.

[0137] Shape of the attached first hinge 152, second hinge 154, and cap cover 170 The shape of the camouflage cover 180 is identical. As a result, the wrinkle removal module 100 The shapes of the left and right sides are formed to be identical to each other.

[0138] When the state in Figure 5 is reversed to the state in Figure 6, as shown in Figures 6 and 10, the first H The hinge 152, second hinge 154, and cap cover 170 are located on the right side of the press plate 140. The inversion can be completed by attaching it to the left side and then attaching the camouflage cover 180 to the left side.

[0139] The wrinkle removal module 100 is installed so that the opening and closing direction can be selected according to the user's needs. This has the advantage of being able to do so.

[0140] The wrinkle removal module 100 opens and closes the press plate 140 depending on the opening and closing direction of the door 20. The direction can be set.

[0141] The clothing processing device reflects the user's physical characteristics, such as being a disabled user or left-handed. The opening and closing direction of either A20 or the wrinkle removal module 100 can be selected. [Explanation of symbols]

[0142] 10 cases 11 Separation plate 12 Processing Chambers 13 Drain Grill 14 Cycle Chamber 20 doors 30 Blower Unit 40 Steam Units 50 Heat pump units 60 control units 70 Tank Module 72 Water tank 74 Drain Tank 80 Door Liner 82 Liner section 84 Liner guide section 86 Drop section 87 Gasket base fixing part 90 Condensate guide member 92 Guide Member Body 94 Yasunai 96 Joint 100 Wrinkle Removal Modules 105 Trousers 106 Sewing section 110 Base Plate 111 Press avoidance section 119 Elastic member fixing part 120 Hanger components 140 Press Plate 142 Press avoidance section 145 Opening 152 First Hinge 154 Second hinge 160 Latch 170 Cap Cover 180 Disguised cover

Claims

1. A clothing processing device, Cabinet equipped with a processing chamber; A door configured to open and close the aforementioned cabinet; and The door is provided with a wrinkle removal module configured to apply pressure to clothing to remove wrinkles from the clothing; The wrinkle removal module is, A base plate provided on the aforementioned door, A press plate configured to rotate relative to the base plate and to press clothing when in contact with the base plate, and The device comprises a fixing portion for fixing the base plate to the door and for separating the base plate from the door; A garment processing apparatus in which, when the base plate is pressed by the press plate, the base plate is rotatable relative to the fixed part.

2. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein if the pressure applied to the base plate by the press plate is not uniform, the base plate is configured to rotate relative to the fixed portion.

3. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein when one of the left base portion and the right base portion of the base plate is pressed by the press plate, the other of the left base portion and the right base portion of the base plate rotates toward the press plate relative to the fixing portion.

4. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein when one of the left base portion and the right base portion of the base plate comes into contact with the press plate, the other of the left base portion and the right base portion of the base plate rotates toward the press plate relative to the fixing portion.

5. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the wrinkle removal module is disposed in the space between the door and the base plate and further comprises an elastic member that imparts elastic force to the base plate.

6. The wrinkle removal module further comprises an elastic member disposed in the space between the door and the base plate and providing elastic force to the base plate, The garment processing apparatus according to claim 3 or 4, wherein the elastic member is disposed on the left base portion and the right base portion of the base plate.

7. The aforementioned base plate is A base part is fixed to the door by the aforementioned fixing part, A left base portion extending to the left from the aforementioned base portion and protruding from the aforementioned base portion, The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising a right base portion extending to the right from the base portion and protruding from the base portion.

8. A first elastic member connects the left base portion and the door, and provides elastic force to the left base portion. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 7, further comprising: a second elastic member that connects the right base portion and the door and imparts elastic force to the right base portion.

9. A garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising: a hinge coupled to the press plate, which allows the press plate to rotate around it;

10. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 9, wherein when one of the left base portion and the right base portion of the base plate, located near the hinge, is pressed by the press plate, the other of the left base portion and the right base portion rotates toward the press plate relative to the fixing portion.

11. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 9, wherein when one of the left base portion and the right base portion of the base plate, located near the hinge, comes into contact with the press plate, the other of the left base portion and the right base portion rotates toward the press plate relative to the fixing portion.

12. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 9, further comprising a latch for fixing the press plate to the base plate.

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