Safety cover plate

Abstract

To provide a safety cover plate that can be strongly fitted to a raising base of a washing machine and the like and is safe also against stronger outer force.SOLUTION: A long safety cover plate closes a clearance between bases 2 supporting a bottom part of equipment. The safety cover plate consists of two long first plate members 40 and second plate members. A concavity 40a3 that can be forced fitted to the base 2 is formed on one end side of the plate member 40. A groove 40b2 is formed on the first plate member 40 in the longer direction, and a bar part capable of being inserted in the groove 40b2 is formed on the second plate member. Entire length in a long direction of the first plate member 40 and the second plate member combined in the long direction can be changed by inserting and sliding the bar part of the second plate member in the grove 40b2 of the first plate member 40 of the safety cover plate.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a safety cover plate for preventing a gap between a washing machine and the floor below it.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, for the purpose of raising the height of a washing machine, a technique of inserting square bases at the four corners of the bottom of the washing machine to raise the washing machine with respect to the floor is known (Patent Document 1).

[0003] By the way, such a raised washing machine has a gap between the bases.

[0004] A person working may accidentally put their hand or foot into such a gap. Since there is a rotating mechanism at the bottom of the washing machine, it may be dangerous if a hand or foot is put in. Especially for children with small hands, they may put their hands in out of curiosity.

[0005] Therefore, there is a known product that prepares a plastic plate that is soft enough to be cut with scissors, adjusts the length with scissors according to the distance between the bases at both ends, and attaches it to the bases at both ends to close the gap.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0006]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0007] [ However, simply attaching such a plastic plate to the base may cause it to peel off, and it has the drawback of being unreliable against strong external forces.

[0008] In other words, existing plastic plates are simply glued on, so they can peel off, and repeated reattachment weakens their adhesive strength, making them prone to peeling. They also have the disadvantage of being easily damaged.

[0009] This invention aims to provide a safety cover plate that can be securely attached to a raised platform for washing machines and the like, can be reattached multiple times, and is safe even against strong external forces, taking into consideration the problems of the conventional invention. [Means for solving the problem]

[0010] The first invention is, A long safety cover plate that seals the gap between the supports that hold the bottom of the equipment, The safety cover plate is composed of two elongated first plate members and a second plate member. Each plate member has a recess formed on one end that allows it to be forcibly fitted into the base. The first plate member has a groove formed in its longitudinal direction, and the second plate member has a strip portion that can be inserted into the groove. By inserting the strip portion of the second plate member into the groove of the first plate member and sliding it, the overall length in the longitudinal direction of the first plate member and the second plate member combined in the longitudinal direction becomes variable. Each plate member has a downwardly extending protrusion on the lower edge of the one end where the recess is formed and on the lower edge of the other end opposite to the one end. The first plate member and the second plate member have an inverted L-shaped cross-section, and the recess is formed on their upper surfaces, allowing them to be forcibly fitted onto the side surface of the base. The safety cover plate is characterized in that a notched groove is formed on the upper surface along the recess, and the recess has elasticity due to the presence of the notched groove. The second aspect of the present invention is: The first safety cover plate of the present invention is characterized in that a groove is formed on the lower side of the upper surface of the first plate member, a fine groove is further formed on the ceiling of the groove, and a striped portion is formed on a part of the upper surface of the second plate member, and a raised striped portion is formed on the upper surface of the striped portion that can be inserted into the fine groove and slid. First invention related to the present invention teeth, A long safety cover plate that seals the gap between the supports that hold the bottom of the equipment, The safety cover plate is composed of two elongated first plate members and a second plate member. Each plate member has a recess formed on one end that allows it to be forcibly fitted into the base. The first plate member has a groove formed in its longitudinal direction, and the second plate member has a strip portion that can be inserted into the groove. This safety cover plate is characterized in that the overall length in the longitudinal direction of the first and second plate members, which are combined in the longitudinal direction, is variable by inserting the strip portion of the second plate member into the groove of the first plate member and sliding it.

[0011] A second invention related to the present invention teeth, Each plate member has a convex portion extending downward at the lower edge of the other end side, which is opposite to the one end side where the concave portion is formed. First invention related to the present invention This is the safety cover plate.

[0012] Third invention related to the present invention is The first plate member and the second plate member have an inverted L-shaped cross-section, and the concave portions are respectively formed on their upper surfaces, and they can be forcibly fitted onto the table. A notch groove is formed along the concave portion on the upper surface, and due to the existence of the notch groove, the concave portion has elasticity. A second invention related to the present invention This is the safety cover plate.

[0013] A fourth invention related to the present invention is The groove is formed on the lower surface side of the upper surface of the first plate member, and a finer groove is further formed on the ceiling of the groove. At a part of the upper surface of the second plate member, the strip portion is formed, and a convex strip portion that can be inserted into the finer groove and slide is formed on the upper surface of the strip portion. Third invention related to the present invention This is the safety cover plate.

Effect of the Invention

[0014] With the safety cover plate of the present invention, it can be firmly attached to a raised platform such as a washing machine, and a safe safety cover plate that can withstand strong external forces can be realized.

[0015] That is, anyone can remove it at any time, and it can be attached in the same way many times without damage. It will not be damaged even if it is slightly touched like a conventional plastic plate.

[0016] Since dust tends to accumulate under the washing machine, generally, people want to clean it. At that time, it can be removed for cleaning every time. Also, usually, the lower part of the washing machine can be covered so that it is not visible. Such excellent effects can be achieved.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0017] [Figure 1] Perspective view of a washing machine to which a safety cover plate according to an embodiment of the present invention is attached. [Figure 2] (A) Perspective view of the first plate member of a safety cover plate according to an embodiment of the present invention, viewed from the front; (B) Perspective view of the first plate member, viewed from the back; (C) Enlarged view of a part of the first plate member. [Figure 3] (A) Perspective view of the second plate member of the safety cover plate according to an embodiment of the present invention, viewed from the front; (B) Perspective view of the second plate member of the safety cover plate, viewed from the back. [Figure 4] (A) Plan view of the first plate member of a safety cover plate according to another embodiment of the present invention, (B) Front view of the first plate member of the safety cover plate, (C) Side view of the first plate member of the safety cover plate. [Figure 5] (A) Plan view of the second plate member of the safety cover plate according to another embodiment of the same, (B) Front view of the second plate member of the safety cover plate, (C) Side view of the second plate member of the safety cover plate [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0018] A safety cover plate according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

[0019] Figure 1 is a perspective view showing the washing machine 1. At the four corners of the bottom of the washing machine 1, there are raised platforms 2 inserted between the washing machine 1 and the floor 3. As can be seen from Figure 1, a gap S is formed between the bottom of the washing machine 1 and the floor 3.

[0020] The safety cover plate 4 according to this embodiment of the present invention is a plate for covering the gap S to prevent hands or feet from entering from the outside.

[0021] This safety cover plate 4 is composed of a combination of a long, first plate member 40 on the left side, as shown in Figures 2(A) and (B), and a long, second plate member 41 on the right side, as shown in Figures 3(A) and (B). Here, left and right are based on the view of the washing machine 1 from the front outside.

[0022] Figure 2(A) is a perspective view of the leftmost first plate member 40 as seen from the front (outside), and Figure 2(B) is a perspective view of the leftmost first plate member 40 as seen from the back (inside).

[0023] As shown in Figures 2(A) and (B), the first plate member 40 has an inverted L-shaped cross-section, with 40a1 showing its upper surface and 40a2 showing its vertical surface.

[0024] A recess 40a3 is cut out at the left end 40a of the first plate member 40, allowing it to be forcibly fitted into the side surface of the base 2. Furthermore, multiple notched grooves 40a4 are formed along the recess 40a3. These multiple notched grooves 40a4 allow the recess 40a3 to have a certain degree of elasticity.

[0025] A groove 40b2 is formed in the longitudinal direction on the lower surface of the upper surface 40a1 of the first plate member 40 on the left. Specifically, as shown in Figure 2(C), which is an enlarged view of the part indicated by the symbol T in Figure 2(B), the edge of the upper surface 40a1 is bent downward (40b3) and then bent further inward to form the groove 40b2. Furthermore, as shown in Figures 2(A) and (B), a downwardly extending protrusion 40b1 is formed on the lower edge of the end 40b on the opposite side of the left end 40a of the first plate member 40.

[0026] The vertical length of this protrusion 40b1 should preferably correspond to the distance between the lower edge of the other end 40b and the floor 3 when the recess 40a3 described above is forcibly fitted onto the side surface of the base 2. This configuration prevents the other end 40b from sagging even if there is a distance between the first plate member 40 and the floor 3 when it is forcibly fitted onto the base 2. A similar protrusion 40b1 may also be formed on the lower edge of the left end 40a described above.

[0027] Figures 3(A) and 3(B) are perspective views of the elongated second plate member 41 on the right, as described above.

[0028] As shown in Figures 3(A) and (B), the second plate member 41 has an inverted L-shaped cross-section, with 41a1 showing its upper surface and 41a2 showing its vertical surface.

[0029] A recess 41a3 is cut out at the right end 41a of the second plate member 41, allowing it to be forcibly fitted into the side surface of the base 2. Furthermore, multiple notched grooves 41a4 are formed along the recess 41a3. These multiple notched grooves 41a4 allow the recess 41a3 to have a certain degree of elasticity.

[0030] A portion of the upper surface 41a1 of the elongated second plate member 41 on the right side constitutes a strip portion 41b2 that is slidably inserted into the groove 40b2 of the first plate member 40.

[0031] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 3(A) and (B), a downwardly extending protrusion 41b1 is formed on the lower edge of the end portion 41b on the opposite side of the end portion 41a, which is the right end of the second plate member 41 as described above.

[0032] The vertical length of this protrusion 41b1 should preferably correspond to the distance between the lower edge of the other end 41b and the floor 3 when the recess 41a3 described above is forcibly fitted onto the side surface of the base 2. This configuration prevents the other end 41b from sagging even if there is a distance between the second plate member 41 and the floor 3 when it is forcibly fitted onto the base 2. Such a protrusion 41b1 may also be formed on the lower edge of the left end 41a described above.

[0033] Thus, the safety cover plate 4 is constructed by slidably combining a long, first plate member 40 on the left side, as shown in Figures 2(A) and 2(B), with a long, second plate member 41 on the right side, as shown in Figures 3(A) and 2(B).

[0034] As a result, even if the distance between the two bases 2, 2 on which the cover is to be used varies, it can be easily accommodated by arbitrarily adjusting the slide.

[0035] Next, another embodiment of the present invention will be described. The difference from the above embodiment lies in the sliding mechanism. The explanation will focus on this sliding mechanism.

[0036] Figure 4(A) is a plan view of the first plate member 40 on the left, and (B) is a front view thereof. As shown in Figures 4(A) and (B), the first plate member 40 has an inverted L-shaped cross-section, with 40a1 showing its top surface and 40a2 showing its vertical surface.

[0037] A groove 40b2 is formed in the longitudinal direction on the lower surface of the upper surface 40a1 of the left-side first plate member 40. Specifically, as shown in the side view Figure 4(C), the edge of the upper surface 40a1 is bent downward (40b3) to form the groove 40b2, and further, a narrow groove 40b4 is formed on the top surface of the groove 40b2.

[0038] On the other hand, Figure 5(A) is a plan view of the second plate member 41 on the right side, and (B) is a front view thereof. As shown in Figures 5(A) and (B), the second plate member 41 has an inverted L-shaped cross-section, with 41a1 showing its top surface and 41a2 showing its vertical surface.

[0039] A portion of the upper surface 41a1 of the elongated second plate member 41 on the right side constitutes a strip portion 41b2 that is slidably inserted into the groove 40b2 of the first plate member 40. Furthermore, as shown in the side view of Figure 5(C), a thin, elongated convex strip portion 41b3 is formed on the upper surface of the strip portion 41b2, which is part of the upper surface 41a1, and is slidably inserted into the narrow groove 40b4 of the first plate member 40. Note that in Figure 5(C), reference numeral 40a1 is a dashed line.

[0040] In this embodiment, a double sliding mechanism is formed, such as the engagement of the groove 40b2 and the ridge portion 41b2, and the engagement of the narrow groove 40b4 and the convex ridge portion 41b3, which stabilizes the sliding motion.

[0041] Furthermore, this invention is not limited to washing machines, but can also be applied to other equipment that is raised using a stand. [Industrial applicability]

[0042] This invention can be securely attached to a raised platform that supports the bottom of the equipment, and it also provides a safety cover plate that is safe even against strong external forces, making it useful for sealing the gap below washing machines and other appliances. [Explanation of symbols]

[0043] 1. Washing machine 2 units 3 beds 4. Safety cover plate 40 First plate member 40a One end 40a1 top surface 40a2 Vertical surface 40a3 recess 40a4 Notched groove 40b The other end 40b1 protrusion 40b2 groove 40b4 narrow groove 41 Second plate member 41a One end 41a1 Top 41a2 Vertical surface 41a3 recess 41a4 Notched groove 41b The other end 41b1 Convex part Article 41b2 41b3 Convex part

Claims

1. A long safety cover plate that seals the gap between the supports that hold the bottom of the equipment, The safety cover plate is composed of two elongated first plate members and a second plate member. Each plate member has a recess formed on one end that allows it to be forcibly fitted into the base. The first plate member has a groove formed in its longitudinal direction, and the second plate member has a strip portion that can be inserted into the groove. By inserting the strip portion of the second plate member into the groove of the first plate member and sliding it, the overall length in the longitudinal direction of the first plate member and the second plate member combined in the longitudinal direction becomes variable. Each plate member has a downwardly extending protrusion on the lower edge of the one end where the recess is formed and on the lower edge of the other end opposite to the one end. The first plate member and the second plate member have an inverted L-shaped cross-section, and the recess is formed on their upper surfaces, allowing them to be forcibly fitted onto the side surface of the base. A safety cover plate characterized in that a notched groove is formed on the upper surface along the recess, and the recess has elasticity due to the presence of the notched groove.

2. The safety cover plate according to claim 1, wherein the groove is formed on the lower side of the upper surface of the first plate member, a fine groove is further formed on the ceiling of the groove, and the strip portion is formed on a part of the upper surface of the second plate member, and a convex strip portion is formed on the upper surface of the strip portion that can be inserted into the fine groove and slid.

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