A washing machine with a drawer that can hold cleaning supplies.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- TR202421385
- Authority / Receiving Office
- TR · TR
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-21
- Estimated Expiration
- 2044-12-30
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Abstract
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1 TARIFF A laundry hamper with a drawer that can hold cleaning supplies. WASHING MACHINE This invention is a washing machine, specifically one that can contain cleaning agents. a 5 that can automatically transfer cleaning agent to the washing drum during washing. It is related to the washing machine. The primary function of washing machines is to clean and maintain textiles. For the aforementioned cleaning and maintenance processes, cleaning agents are used during washing. A traditional washing machine adds the desired cleaning agents before washing. It includes a drawer with a compartment where it can be placed. Washing machines 10 detergent, fabric softener, bleach, and stain remover are placed in the compartments during operation. etc. cleaning agents are removed from the relevant compartments of the machine according to the washing program instructions. It is used by transferring it to the tank. The type of cleaning agent to be used in the washing process and The quantity must be adjusted by the user before the washing process. The aforementioned adjustment... The processing creates additional work and difficulty for the user. Cleaning agents in liquid form 15 With its widespread adoption, the cleaning methods used to eliminate the aforementioned difficulty will be... Washing machines that automatically transfer laundry items to the washing drum. It has been developed. The aforementioned type of laundry washing that existed before this technique. the drawer in the machines is designed to hold cleaning agents in liquid form. It has multiple compartments. Users can place cleaning agents in these compartments. They load it in advance. The washing machine loads it according to the instructions in the washing program. It takes cleaning agents from the relevant compartments and transfers them to the washing tank. This type The type of cleaning agent found inside the compartment of washing machines. They are usually fixed. For example, a detergent compartment and a fabric softener compartment in a drawer. The drawer contains compartments. The drawer indicates which compartment contains which type of cleaning product. The need for this ingredient to be added is indicated by visual markers. This is how laundry is done. The control unit on the machine selects the washing program for the relevant compartment. It takes the material and transfers it smoothly to the washing drum. These types of washing machines It restricts users in terms of the type of washing agent that can be used. For example, some users Do not use fabric softener in any washing process due to allergic reactions or other reasons. 30 2 He prefers not to use it. In this case, the fabric softener compartment in the drawer goes to laundry. It remains unused throughout the washing machine's lifespan. Due to the technical problems in the washing machines mentioned above, the drawer... a laundry washing machine that allows the use of different types of cleaning agents in its compartment A machine is needed. 5 United States patent number US11255038B2 in the known state of the art. the document is for purchasing one or more laundry care products. a drawer with one or more open compartments on one side and on top of that drawer a laundry equipped with a laundry detergent dispenser that also has a built-in water dispenser The washing machine is involved. A cover element is arranged between the drawer and the water dispenser. 10 and the lid element is positioned above one or more open compartments. It contains at least one opening. The purpose of the invention described in the application is to place a cleaning agent in a drawer compartment. The goal is to create a washing machine where the type of washing machine can be selected and displayed. Another purpose of the invention in question is to place cleaning supplies in a drawer compartment. a washing machine in which the type of material can be introduced to the control unit to accomplish. Another purpose of the invention in question is to create a cleaning container placed in a drawer compartment. a washing machine in which the dosage amount of the substance can be introduced to the control unit to accomplish. 20 Another purpose of the invention in question is to create a cleaning container placed in a drawer compartment. a washing machine in which the type of detergent can be automatically identified by the control unit to accomplish. Another purpose of the invention in question is to automatically introduce the species to the control unit. a dosage interface where the dosage amount of the cleaning agent is determined, a 25 a washing machine that is automatically displayed on the digital display interface to accomplish. 3 The subject of the invention is a washing machine, a machine body; inside which is a fluid in form. a drawer with multiple compartments for holding cleaning supplies; machine a suitable drawer recess in the body for fitting a drawer; at least one Multiple visual indicators to show the type of cleaning agent inside the compartment. Includes 5 The washing machine that is the subject of the invention also has visual indicators of at least one compartment. at least one matching position that can be created whereby it is matched with someone It contains a marker. The subject of the invention is the washing machine and the compartment it has. It contains different types of cleaning products according to the user's request and 10 The cleaning agent in the compartment can be used in the washing programs. When the user wants to add cleaning fluid to the compartment, there is more in the compartment. First, accurately and without allowing for any error, indicate which type of cleaning agent is included. can be defined. Depending on the user's preference, the cleaning agent in the compartment can be added later. It can change its type. Thus, users with different washing agent habits can 15 The invention concerns laundry that can use all the compartments of the drawer. This was made possible with a washing machine. The washing machine is not used frequently and therefore the compartment is not used for a long time. The invention is particularly useful in cases where, after some time, it needs to be supplemented with a cleaning agent. It is useful. The user put a cleaning agent in the compartment a long time ago, so 20 It is possible for him to remember what type of cleaning agent he put in the compartment. will not happen. However, laundry washing machines used by multiple users In their machines, one user can place the same type of cleaning agent into one compartment as another. The user will not be aware of it. With the applications of the invention, previously within the compartment Which cleaning agent is included can be easily identified by the user with the help of visual indicators. 25 It is understandable. In the event that the washing machine, which is the subject of the invention, does not contain an indicator, the user what type of cleaning agent was previously in the compartment He / She will not be able to tell. This situation requires supplementing the compartment with a different type of cleaning agent. This leads to problems. One of these problems is cleanliness. 30 4 This refers to the mixing of laundry components, resulting in clothes not being washed as desired. For example, if there was already detergent in the compartment, then... There may be instances where a strong stain remover is added later. In this case, during the washing program... The control unit will assume that detergent is present in the compartment and add it to the washing drum. It will transfer far more stain remover than is needed. As a result, 5% of the laundry will be damaged. They may need to be washed again, or the clothes may be damaged. Another problem is... It is the mixing of cleaning agents. For example, if there is already one in the compartment... There may be instances where detergent is added to the compartment even though fabric softener was already there. In this case, the control unit in the washing program indicates that there is fabric softener in the compartment. will assume and use far more detergent in the washing machine than is necessary. 10 It will transfer. Excessive foam formation may occur inside the boiler. As a result... The laundry may need to be rewashed, the clothes may be damaged, and even too much foam can cause problems. The washing machine may be damaged as a result of the pressure it creates and the liquid leakage. (Invention) The issue at hand is the washing machine and the occurrence of all these problems mentioned. It prevents. 15 A visual representation of a washing machine compartment in an application of the invention. The most effective way to identify the type of cleaning agent indicated by the indicator to a control unit. It includes a small gender identification interface. A cleaning agent of a different gender can be placed in the compartment. when filled, the compartment contains the new type of cleaning agent mentioned. It must be defined in the control unit. Thus, the new type of cleaning solution in the compartment 20 This material can be used in the correct steps of the washing program. A visual representation of a washing machine compartment in an application of the invention. The dosage of the cleaning agent of the type indicated by the indicator is sent to a control unit. It includes at least one dosage determination interface that enables its introduction. The invention 25 in applications for compartments to hold cleaning agents in fluid form. This is appropriate. Cleaning agents in liquid form can have different densities. This The density difference will be used in the washing program, transferred to the washing drum, and cleaned. It is possible to change the amount of the substance. Through the dosage determination interface. the dosage amount of the defined type of cleaning agent contained within the compartment It can be defined in the control unit. Thus, the 30 of the defined type located in the compartment. The cleaning agent can be used in the correct amount at each step of the washing program. 5 The matching that the washing machine token has been brought in for an application of the invention. a position sensor to detect the position of the detected marker; the position sensor and the detected marker the visual marker matched with the compartment in the matching position it has been brought to the type of cleaning agent shown as the type of cleaning agent in the compartment It includes a control unit that defines the 5 within the compartment. The type of cleaning agent is automatically identified by the control unit. Thus... The user entered the wrong type of cleaning agent into the control unit inside the compartment. This eliminates the need for any kind of introduction. A position sensor in a washing machine is one application of the invention. - a magnetic field sensor assigned to each pairing position; and 10 - located in the indicator, to the relevant matching position when the indicator is in a matching position. It includes a magnetic element that triggers the assigned magnetic field sensor. This invention In the application, the matching position where the token is brought / positioned is the magnetic field. This occurs when the sensor detects the magnetic field emitted by the magnetic element. Detection Since it is performed using a magnetic field without any physical contact, 15 During the perception process, the user, especially those with misophonia, experiences discomfort. No sound is produced that could be transmitted. However, the magnetic element of the indicator... It can be embedded inside or placed in a part of the system that is outside the user's field of view (for example (It can be positioned behind the marker). This application is the preferred application of the invention. It offers an inexpensive, durable option for position sensing and, especially for markers, provides design flexibility. 20 A position sensor in a washing machine is one application of the invention. - assigned to each pairing position, a light source and a reflected light sensor it has a light sensor; and - located in the indicator, to the relevant matching position when the indicator is in a matching position. It includes a light-reflecting surface that triggers the assigned light sensor. This application of the invention is 25 It offers a good alternative to a position sensor. In this application of the invention, the marker... the matching position it is brought to / positioned on the light-reflector surface on the marker the light reflected by the light sensor that the light sensor has It occurs through perception. Perception is achieved using light, without any physical contact. Because it was carried out, during the perception process, the user, especially those with misophonia, 30 No sounds that could disturb users are produced. 6 In one application of the invention, the position sensor of a washing machine, - it must include a detection key assigned to each matching position; and - When the marker reaches a matching position, the marker is assigned to the corresponding matching position. It includes a token that triggers the switch. This application of the invention is inexpensive and suitable for position sensing. It offers a reliable alternative. 5 In an application of the invention, inside the washing machine drawer housing It contains a positioned magnetic field sensor, light sensor, or detection switch. Compartment A drawer, preferably a drawer housing, for adding cleaning solution. It can be pulled out while remaining inside. The reinforcement process... Once completed, the drawer is pushed back into its drawer housing to secure it in place. 10 The movement of the drawer relative to its drawer slot is monitored between the position sensor and the control unit. This causes the connecting cables to move and bend as well. This movement Over time, sockets that may be located between the cable or the position sensor This could cause it to malfunction. In these applications of the invention, the magnetic field sensor uses light. The sensor or detection switch is located in the drawer housing, not in the drawer itself. Thus, 15 Position sensor and control unit during drawer movement relative to the drawer housing. The cables connecting them do not move. A washing machine in one application of the invention features a digital display interface; the dosage amount of the identified type of cleaning agent in the compartment is determined 20 to display a dosage amount setting interface on the digital display interface It includes an adapted control unit. With this application of the invention, the user is located in the compartment. the control unit must be informed of the dosage amount of the cleaning agent defined for the area type. This simplifies things. Additionally, the dosage determination interface is displayed on the digital display interface. This serves as a reminder to the user that they need to enter the dosage amount into the control unit. Therefore, using the wrong dosage of cleaning agent in washing programs results in a 25% loss. This will prevent it. The invention features visual markers on a washing machine in one application. a settlement surface; a movable structure positioned on a settlement surface, When brought to the matching position, the visual marker matching the compartment is exposed. by leaving it visible and covering other visual markers so that they are not visible. 30 It includes a closing marker. In this application of the invention, a visual that can match the compartment. 7 The markers are located on the settlement surface. From these visual markers, select the compartment that matches the marker. Except for visual markers, others are covered / obscured by the marker. Thus, the placement Only the visual marker corresponding to the compartment will be visible on the surface. This allows the user to accurately perceive the visual marker that matches the compartment. It becomes easier. 5 A washing machine mounting surface in a variation of this application of the invention. visual markers positioned in a way that allows them to be rotated around a central point on it when positioned around the central point, it is brought into a matching position by leaving the visual marker that matches the compartment visible and allowing it to be seen, and other a marker in the form of a disc that covers the visual markers so that they are not visible 10 It includes. In this application of the invention, the marker is in the form of a disc segment with a central point. It can be rotated around. The ability to move the token by rotating it gives the user... so that the marker can be easily and precisely positioned between matching positions This allows it to be moved. However, visual markers are placed around the central point. It is located. For example, the circumference of the central point can be divided into radial slices, and each 15 A visual marker can be placed on the radial slice. This allows for a settlement surface with limited dimensions. Numerous visual markers that match the compartment can be efficiently placed. In one application of the invention, the washing machine is mounted on a linear surface. positioned in a way that allows it to be moved, having a window opening, a matching When positioned, the visual marker matching the compartment appears 20 degrees from the window opening. It includes a marker that makes it visible. In this application of the invention, on the settlement surface Only the visual marker aligned with the window opening is visible. Thus the user accurately perceiving the visual marker matched to the compartment It becomes easier. 25 visual markers are placed on the washing machine in one application of the invention. a settlement surface; a movable structure positioned on a settlement surface, When brought to the matching position, it aligns with the visual marker that matches the compartment. It contains a marker that indicates the visual marker. In this application, the marker is matched to the compartment. The marker indicates a visual marker. The marker indicates visual markers other than the matched visual marker. It is not necessary to cover it. This application involves placing a very high number of 30 on the settlement surface. It allows the placement of visual markers. The marker must cover the visual markers. 8 Because of this, the dimensions are independent of the visual marker size, for example, smaller, one It can be sized. This provides design flexibility for the settlement surface, visual markers, and indicators. creates. In an application of the invention, the washing machine marker is placed on the mounting surface. 5 that increase its adhesion, which may occur during the operation of the washing machine. ensuring it remains in the mating position to which it was brought without being affected by vibrations. It contains at least one retaining tab. Through the retaining tab, the token is brought to the matching location. remaining fixed in its position during the washing machine's operation It is ensured that it does not switch to another mating position due to any vibrations that may occur. Okay. 10 One application of the invention involves cleaning the inside of a washing machine compartment. a compartment opening to allow the insertion of materials; the compartment opening It includes a cover that closes and on which the visual marker and indicator are located. This invention In this application, the cover also serves as a surface for placement. The user, When filling the compartment with cleaning solution, the lid should be opened and closed at 15°C. It must engage in physical interaction. This interaction allows the user to enter different parts of the compartment. If the cleaning agent of that type has been filled, move the marker to a different matching position. It reminds us of the need. The different mating position here refers to the different genders mentioned. ensuring the visual marker describing the cleaning agent matches the compartment. It is a matching position. 20 The washing machine, attached, was created to achieve the purposes of this invention. as shown: Figure 1 shows a settlement surface that can be rotated around a central point. a mapping where visual markers are positioned around a central point. by moving it to that position, it leaves the visual marker that matches the compartment exposed. 25 a This is an isometric view of a drawer containing a marker in the shape of a half-disk segment. Figure 2 shows a settlement surface that can be rotated around a central point. another By bringing it to the matching position, the visual marker matching the compartment is exposed. 30 9 by leaving it visible and covering the other visual marker so that it is not visible. isometric drawer that closes, containing a marker in the shape of a half-disc piece. It is the appearance. Figure 3 shows a device positioned to be moved linearly on the settlement surface. By bringing it to a matching position, the visual marker matching the compartment is revealed. 5 by leaving it visible and covering the other visual marker so that it is not visible. It is an isometric view of a drawer containing a marker in the form of a closing, curtain-like element. Figure 4 shows a device positioned to be moved linearly on the settlement surface. the visual marker that matches the compartment by moving it to another matching position leaving it exposed so that it can be seen, and covering it with another visual marker so that it is not visible. 10 an isometric drawer that closes in this way, containing a marker in the form of a curtain. It is the appearance. Figure 5 shows a device positioned to be moved linearly on the settlement surface. aligned with the visual marker that matches the compartment by being brought into a matching position And so it is an isometric view of the drawer containing a marker indicating the visual sign. 15 Figure 6 shows another device positioned in a movable manner on the settlement surface. Aligned with the visual marker that matches the compartment by being brought into the matching position. And so it is an isometric view of the drawer containing a marker that indicates the visual sign. Figure 7 shows a cross-section of the drawer recess where the matching marker has been brought. The drawer, which contains a position sensor that detects its position, isometric 20 It is the appearance. Figure 8 shows a cross-section of the drawer housing with the marker in a matching position. a magnetic field that triggers the magnetic field sensor assigned to the corresponding pairing position It is an isometric view of a drawer containing an indicator showing the location of the element. Figure 9 shows a cross-section of the drawer recess, with another matching marker 25. triggering the magnetic field sensor assigned to the corresponding pairing position while in that position It is an isometric view of a drawer containing a marker with a magnetic element. Figure 10 shows an isometric view of the drawer positioned within its drawer housing. 10 Figure 11 is an isometric view of the washing machine, which is the subject of the invention. The parts in the figure are individually numbered, and the corresponding numbers are given below: 100. Washing machine 200. Machine body 210. Drawer slot 5 300th Drawer Compartment 310 311. Cover 320. Settlement surface 321. Center point 10 400. Visual marker 500. Token 510. Serrated surface 600. Position sensor 610. Magnetic field sensor 15 620. Magnetic element 630. Cable channel 700. Digital display interface 800. Gripping claw The invention in question involves a device capable of containing cleaning agents in liquid form, from one to 20 an automatic washing agent with a drawer (300) with extra compartments (310) The invention relates to a washing machine (100) that can take. The subject of the invention is the washing machine. (100) type of defined cleaning in compartment (310) during a washing program 11 by automatically transferring a selected amount of the materials to the washing drum. It is carrying out its program. The subject of the invention is a washing machine (100) consisting of a machine body (200); inside which there is a fluid a form with multiple compartments (310) to hold cleaning agents drawer (300); suitable for the placement of the drawer (300) located in the machine body (200). a drawer slot (210); the type of cleaning agent in at least one compartment (310) It contains multiple visual markers (400) to show. The washing machine (100) which is the subject of the invention also includes the visual representation of at least one compartment (310). multiple matching positions where matching with one of the markers (400) is ensured It contains at least one token (500) that can be brought. 10 In the applications of the invention, the washing machine (100) has at least one compartment (310) a selected quantity of a defined type of cleaning agent is placed in the washing tank. a control unit adapted to perform a laundry washing process by transferring the material It may include. Since washer-dryer machines contain a washing machine (100), these 15 Machines should also be considered within the scope of the invention. (100) drawers (300) fluid in the washing machine in the applications of the invention multiple forms for containing, or in other words storing, cleaning agents It has compartment (310). Drawer (300) may be in the form of a cleaning supplies box. (see figure 10). Thus, during the operation of the washing machine (100) the washing 20 According to the program's requirements, the desired type of cleaning agent is taken from the relevant compartment. (310) performs the washing process. In the drawer (100) of the washing machine (300) showing the type of cleaning agent in at least one compartment (310). It includes multiple visual markers (400). A compartment (310) in the applications of the invention. While one compartment contains multiple visual markers (400), another compartment (310) contains a single visual marker 25 (400) may be included (See figures 1-6). The visual marker (400) describes a type of cleaning agent. It is a marker. The visual marker (400) is white, colored, black, woolen, synthetic, cotton, sports A picture or figure describing the appropriate detergent, fabric softener, or stain remover for clothing. Examples include but are not limited to relief, carving, coloring, and writing. It can be shown. The token (500) can be placed in more than one matching position. 12 It can be moved. Here, the term "movable" means rotating, scrolling, Translation is the act of moving forward in a linear or any other way. It may be in the form of examples, not limited to those. Every time the indicator (500) is positioned A matching position matches a visual marker (400) with the corresponding compartment (310). For example, when the indicator (500) is brought to a matching position, the corresponding compartment (310) becomes a 5 It is paired with a visual marker (400) describing the softener. The marker (500) is another When the matching position is reached, the relevant compartment (310) is cleaned by another selected cleaner. with a visual indicator (400) describing the substance, for example, the detergent suitable for colored clothes. They will be paired. With the applications of the invention, which type of cleaning agent can be used in the user compartment (310)? He marks the completed item with the token (500). For this, the token (500) is the relevant matching. by bringing it to the position and the relevant visual indicator (400) (type of cleaning agent filled) The visual marker describing (400) is matched with compartment (310). User compartment When the cleaning agent inside (310) runs out or decreases, compartment (310) The user will want to add another cleaning agent of the same type. In this case, user 15 Compartment (310) by looking at the visual marker (400) that matches compartment (310) It understands which type of cleaning agent was previously inside. User compartment (310) inside compartment (310) and the previously matched visual marker (400) description He puts the cleaning agent he had prepared. Thus, the compartment (310) that was previously put inside It is reinforced with a cleaning agent of the type of cleaning agent. Applications of the invention 20 the user knows which cleaning agent was previously in compartment (310) It is easily understood with the help of visual markers (400). Washing machine (100) in an application of the invention matched with compartment (310) the type of cleaning agent indicated by the visual indicator (400) must be introduced to a control unit. It includes at least one genus identification interface that provides. Compartment (310) contains 25 different genus. When the cleaning agent is filled, the new type of cleaning agent mentioned in the compartment (310) The control unit containing the item must be defined. The gender identification interface is a dial-up interface. It may include a button, a push-button switch, and / or a touchscreen. Adding a cleaning agent of the same type (e.g. fabric softener) to the compartment (310) when requested (this situation occurs when the cleaning agent in compartment (310) is low or 30 (can be done when exhausted), visual marker matched with user compartment (310) 13 (400) (by looking at a picture describing the fabric softener according to the example) inside compartment (310) which type of cleaning agent (fabric softener, for example) was included previously The user specifies / determines the type of cleaning agent (fabric softener, for example). It provides support to compartment (310). Here, the cleaning inside compartment (310) Since the type of substance (e.g., fabric softener) is defined in the control unit beforehand, 5 The user does not need to provide any identification. Put a different type of cleaning agent (e.g. detergent suitable for whites) into compartment (310) when it is to be filled (in this case the cleaning agent inside compartment (310)) completely depleted or the cleaning agent in compartment (310) has been emptied must be), user compartment (310) different types of cleaning agent (10 according to the example) (Suitable detergent for whites) is filled. Then, the different types of cleaning agents mentioned above are used. Visual indicator (400) describing the substance (detergent suitable for whites according to the example) (e.g., a picture / text describing the appropriate detergent for whites) compartment (310) In order to match, the token (500) is moved to another matching position. User then to the visual marker (400) that matches the compartment (310) (whites 15 according to the example) (by looking at a picture describing the appropriate detergent for) previously in compartment (310) which type of cleaning agent is included (for example, detergent suitable for whites) can understand / determine. Thus, the compartment (310) is supplemented with cleaning agent of the same type. (Detergent suitable for whites according to the example) is to be made in one of the compartments (310). Which type of cleaning agent was used in the previous filling? Compartment (310) and 20 It can be determined by looking at the matched visual marker (400). Compartment (310) of different kinds When a cleaning agent (for example, detergent suitable for whites) is filled, The type determination where the new type of cleaning agent mentioned in compartment (310) is located It must be defined to the control unit via the interface. Thus, the compartment (310) New type of cleaning agent (for example, detergent suitable for whites) correct wash 25 It can be used in the necessary steps of the program. Washing machine (100) in an application of the invention matched with compartment (310) Check the dosage amount of the cleaning agent of the type indicated by the visual indicator (400). It includes at least one dosage quantity determination interface that enables its introduction to the unit. The invention In its applications, compartment (310) is for holding cleaning agents in fluid form. This is appropriate. Cleaning agents in liquid form can have different densities. This 14 density difference cleaning agent to be transferred to the washing drum in the washing program It can change the amount. Compartment via the dosage determination interface. Dosage value of the defined type of cleaning agent included in (310). It can be defined in the control unit. The dosage amount setting interface is a rotary knob, a It may include push buttons and / or a touchscreen. 5 The washing machine (100) in an application of the invention has been brought the indicator (500). a position sensor (600) to detect the matching position; position sensor Compartment in the matching position where the detected marker (500) is brought with (600). The type of cleaning agent shown by the visual marker (400) matched with (310) in the compartment (310) It includes a control unit that identifies the type of cleaning agent. This invention is 10 with the application, the type of cleaning agent inside compartment (310) is controlled by the control unit. It is automatically identified. Here, the position sensor (600) is present in the marker (500). Detects the matching position (see figure 7). The current matching of the marker (500) which visual marker (400) matches the position of the compartment (310) It defines. Therefore, the current matching position of the indicator (500) in the control unit is 15 the visual marker (400) with which the information of the compartment (310) is matched and thus the marker It is used to identify the type of cleaning agent described by the indicator. The type of cleaning agent is the type of cleaning agent located in the relevant compartment (310). Thus The type of cleaning agent located in compartment (310) is automatically controlled by the control unit. It is defined as follows: Matching position with matched visual marker (400) information 20 It may be stored in the control unit beforehand. The information in question is in a non-volatile memory unit. It may be located there. Position sensor (600) in a washing machine (100) in an application of the invention, - a magnetic field sensor assigned to each pairing position (610); and - located in the indicator (500), when the indicator (500) is in a matching position, the relevant matching 25 a magnetic element (620) that triggers the magnetic field sensor (610) assigned to its position It includes a reed sensor as an example of a magnetic field sensor (610) in this application of the invention. or it could be a Hall-effect detector. In the preferred application of the invention, the magnetic field The sensor (610) is in the form of a reed sensor. The magnetic element (620) located in the indicator (500) It can be a permanent magnet. This application of the invention involves multiple magnetic field sensors. 30 (610) contains. Each magnetic field sensor (610) is for a different pairing position. 15 In other words, each different magnetic field sensor (610) has a different indicator (500). It is configured or positioned to be triggered when in a matching position. (see figures 8-9). Each different matching position of the indicator (500) corresponds to a different magnetic field. It triggers the sensor (610). Thus, the matching position of the indicator (500) is determined by the magnetic field. It is detected by its sensors (610). 5 Position sensor (600) in a washing machine (100) in an application of the invention, - assigned to each pairing position, a light source and a reflected light sensor it has a light sensor; and - located in the indicator (500), the relevant matching when the indicator (500) is in a matching position. It includes a light-reflector element that triggers a light sensor assigned to its position. This invention is one of 10 The application includes multiple light sensors. Each light sensor has a different matching function. It has been assigned to a different position. In other words, each different light sensor marker (500) has a different position. It is configured or positioned to be triggered when in the pairing position. Each different matching position of the marker (500) triggers a different light sensor. Thus The matching position of the indicator (500) is detected by the light sensor. Indicator (500) is a 15 When the light reflecting element in the indicator (500) is brought to the matching position, the light It reflects the light coming from the source and directs the reflected light to the light sensor. The reflected light The light sensor is triggered when it detects light. In one application of the invention, the position sensor (600) of the washing machine (100), - it includes an identification key assigned to each matching position; and 20 - When the token (500) arrives at a matching position, it is assigned to the corresponding matching position. The token that triggers the detection key (500) is included. The detection key in this application of the invention Preferably a touch switch, limit switch, tac switch, etc. This application of the invention It includes multiple detection keys. Each detection key is for a different matching position. assigned. In other words, each different identification key token (500) has a different matching 25 It is arranged or positioned to be triggered when the indicator (500) is in this position. Each different matching position triggers a different detection key. Thus, the token (500) The matching position is determined by the identification key. The marker (500) is a matching When brought to this position, the physical limit switch assigned to this matching position It triggers the limit switch by making contact. 30 16 Washing machine (100) in a drawer housing (210) in an application of the invention The positioned magnetic field sensor (610) includes a light sensor or detection switch. The movement of the drawer (300) relative to the drawer slot (210) is controlled by the position sensor (600). This causes the cables connecting the units to move and bend. This movement occurs over time between the cable or between the cable and the position sensor (600). This could cause the sockets that could be positioned to malfunction. In these applications of the invention... magnetic field sensor (610), light sensor or detection switch not in drawer (300) It is located in the drawer slot (210). Thus, the drawer (300) is in the drawer slot. (210) during the movement, the connection between the position sensor (600) and the control unit The cables providing the magnetic field do not move. In the preferred application of the invention, the magnetic field is 10 The sensor (610) will look at the upper part of the drawer (300) inside the drawer housing (210). They are positioned as shown (see figures 8-9). Figures 8 and 9 show two different matching positions. Magnetic field sensors assigned for (610) appear. This application of the invention is one in the variation, the drawer slot (210) is in an upper section that does not face the drawer (300) 15 to guide the cables connecting the magnetic field sensors (610) to the control unit It includes at least one cable duct (630) for the cable or cable position. sockets which can be located between the sensor (600) and the washing machine (100) This prevents them from being damaged or malfunctioning due to vibrations that may be generated during operation. A washing machine (100) in an application of the invention has a digital display interface. (700); the dosage amount of the defined type of cleaning agent in compartment (310) is 20 a dosage amount setting interface is determined on the digital display interface (700) It includes a control unit adapted for displaying liquid cleaning agents. Their densities may differ. This difference in density will be used in the washing program. It can change the amount of cleaning agent delivered to the washing tank. Dosage amount 25 of the defined type located in compartment (310) via the identification interface The dosage amount of the cleaning agent is defined in the control unit. Thus, in the compartment... (310) The defined type of cleaning agent in the necessary steps of the washing program It can be used in the correct amount. Visual markers on a washing machine (100) in an application of the invention (400) a settlement surface (320); movable on the settlement surface (320) 30 positioned in such a way that when brought into a matching position, the compartment (310) 17 by leaving the matching visual marker (400) exposed, making it visible, and the other visual It includes markers (500) that cover the markers (400) so that they are not visible. This invention In the application, the token (500) is placed in a compartment (310) when it is brought to a matching position. It leaves the matching visual marker (400) visible. The body of the marker (500) is: all other visual markers (400) not paired with compartment (310) curtains and user 5 It prevents it from being seen by. In a sample variation of this application, the token (500) It can move linearly (see figures 3-4). A variation of this application of the invention, the washing machine (100) placement It can be rotated around a central point (321) on the surface (320). located, with visual markers (400) positioned around the central point (321), a 10 When brought to the matching position, the visual marker (400) that matches the compartment (310) making it visible by leaving it exposed and over other visual markers (400) It contains a marker (500) in the form of a disc segment that is hidden from view. In practice, the open part of the disk segment is aligned with the visual marker (400) and the visual marker (400) is made visible. The closed part of the disc is paired with compartment (310) 15 all other visual markers (400) that are not visible to the user obstacles. Alignment of the open part of the disc with the visual marker (400) compartment. (310) matches the visual marker (400) and the matching position of the marker (500) definitions (see figures 1-2). Visual markers (400) around the center point (321). It is located. For example, the perimeter of the central point (321) can be divided into radial slices and 20 A visual marker (400) may be placed in each radial slice. Radial aperture in Figures 1 and 2. There are two visuals on the settlement surface (320) around the center point (321) which is 180°. There are markers (400). A washing machine (100) in an application of the invention on a set surface (320) a 25-inch structure positioned to be moved linearly, with a window opening. When the visual marker (400) is brought to the matching position, it matches the compartment (310). It contains a token (500) that makes it visible through the window opening. In this application, the token It has (500) window openings. Here, the indicator's (500) window openings are visual markers. By aligning with (400), the visual marker (400) is made visible. The marker (500) The part(s) other than the window opening are the other 30 that are not paired with the compartment (310). It covers all visual markers (400) and prevents them from being seen by the user. 18 Visual markers on a washing machine (100) in an application of the invention (400) is located on a settlement surface (320); it can be moved on the settlement surface (320). positioned in such a way that when brought into a matching position, the compartment (310) Aligned with the matching visual marker (400), the marker (500) points to the visual marker (400) It includes. In this application, the visual marker (400) is matched with the token (500) compartment (310) 5 It indicates. The marker (500) is a visual marker other than the matched visual marker (400) (400) It is not necessary to cover it. This application is very high on the settlement surface (320). It allows the placement of a number of visual markers (400). Marker (500) visual markers Since (400) does not have to be closed, its dimensions are independent of the size of the visual marker (400), For example, it could be smaller, in a smaller size. In this application, the visual marker (400) is in the form of an arrow 10 It is possible (see figures 5-6). The placement of the indicator (500) in the washing machine (100) in an application of the invention increasing the adhesion of the indicator (500) to the surface (320) of the washing machine (100) matching that was brought without being affected by vibrations that may occur during operation It contains at least one gripping claw (800) which keeps it in position. Gripping claw 15 (800) markers may be in a section facing (500) settlement surface (320), It may also be located on a surface of the settlement surface (320) facing the indicator (500). Gripping claw (800) also the token (500) is brought to different matching positions while the token (500) By applying a movement that counteracts the user's movement, it gives the user an enhanced sense of touch. Thus, the user token (500) can be matched more precisely and conveniently to 20 different matching positions. It can bring. In one application of the invention, the marker (500) enhances the user's sense of touch. It includes at least one serrated surface (see figures 3-9). Washing machine (100) compartment (310) in an application of the invention A compartment opening to allow the placement of cleaning supplies; compartment 25 closing the opening, on which the visual marker (400) and the token (500) are located Includes cover (311). Cover (311) is an ideal base for visual marker (400) and token (500). It ensures that the visual marker (400) and the indicator (500) are located outside the cover (311). This causes the surface area of the drawer (300) to be occupied. This situation is small It may necessitate the use of a lid (311) of small dimensions. The small dimensions lid (311) 30 This makes it difficult for the user to pour the cleaning agent into the compartment (310). 19 When it is requested to change the types of visual markers (400) together, different visual markers The aforementioned replacement process is easy and inexpensive with the installation of a new cover (311) (400). This change process can be provided in this way. This change process is carried out in drawer (300) where the visual markers (400) are located. This requires changing the drawer (300) for the applications. 5
Claims
20 REQUESTS 1. A machine housing (200); containing cleaning agents in liquid form. a drawer (300) with multiple compartments (310) to house; machine a drawer suitable for the placement of the drawer (300) located in its body (200) the type of cleaning agent in at least one compartment (310) 5 at least one compartment containing more than one visual marker (400) to show (310) multiple visual markers (400) that are matched with one of the visual markers Characterized by at least one marker (500) that can be brought into the matching position a washing machine (100). 10 Cleaning agent indicated by the visual marker (400) matched with Compartment 2 (310) at least one gender identification interface that enables the gender to be introduced to a control unit a washing machine as in claim 1 characterized by (100).
3. Cleanliness of the type indicated by the visual marker (400) matched with compartment (310) 15 at least one that enables the dosage amount of the substance to be introduced to a control unit the above requests are characterized by a dosage determination interface a washing machine like any other (100).
4. A position 20 for the indicator (500) to detect the matching position to which it has been brought. sensor (600); position sensor (600) and detected marker (500) brought the visual marker matched with compartment (310) in the matching position (400) shows the type of cleaning agent in compartment (310) The above is characterized by a control unit that identifies the substance by its type. a washing machine as in any of the requests (100). 25 5. A magnetic field sensor assigned to each pairing position (610); and located in the indicator (500), when the indicator (500) is in a matching position, the relevant triggering the magnetic field sensor (610) assigned to the pairing position Request 30 characterized by position sensor (600) containing magnetic element (620). A washing machine like the one in 4 (100). 21 6. Each pairing position is assigned a light source and a reflected light. a light sensor with a sensor and a marker (500) located in the marker (500) when in the pairing position, the light sensor assigned to the relevant pairing position Characterized by a position sensor (600) containing a triggering light reflective surface. The requested item is a washing machine like the one in 4 (100). 5 7. Position sensor containing a detection key assigned to each matching position. (600); and when the token (500) comes to a matching position, the relevant matching Characterized by the marker (500) that triggers the detection key assigned to its position. The requested item is a washing machine like the one in 4 (100). 10 Magnetic field sensor (610) located inside drawer slot (210), light Any of the requests 5-7 characterized by a sensor or detection switch a washing machine like one of them (100). 15 9. A digital display interface (700); the type of which is defined in the compartment (310). a dosage tool that determines the dosage amount of the cleaning agent control unit adapted to show its face on the digital display interface (700) a laundry wash as in any of the requests 4-8 characterized by machine (100). 20 10. A settlement surface (320) with visual markers (400); settlement a matching positioned in a way that can be moved on the surface (320). When brought to position, the visual marker (400) matching the compartment (310) making it visible by leaving it exposed and surpassing other visual markers (400) 25 The above is characterized by the marker (500) which closes in such a way that it cannot be seen. a washing machine as in any of the requests (100).
11. It can be rotated around a central point (321) on the settlement surface (320). positioned in such a way that the visual markers (400) are around the central point (321) 30 with compartment (310) when it is positioned and brought into a matching position. by leaving the matching visual marker (400) visible and other visual 22 in the form of a piece of disk that covers the markers (400) so that they are not visible a washing machine as in claim 10 characterized by indicator (500) (100).
12. The settlement surface (320) can be moved linearly. positioned, having a window opening, when brought to a matching position from the window opening of the visual marker (400) matching compartment (310) like in claim 10 characterized by a token (500) that makes it appear Washing machine (100). 10 13. A settlement surface (320) with visual markers (400); settlement a matching positioned in a way that can be moved on the surface (320). When brought to position, the visual marker (400) matches the compartment (310). Characterized by the marker (500) which points to the visual marker (400) by aligning A washing machine (100) like any of items 1-9. 15 14. Increasing the adhesion of the marker (500) to the placement surface (320), the marker (500) from vibrations that may occur during the operation of the washing machine (100) at least one that ensures it remains in the matching position to which it was brought unaffected. 20 as in any of the claims 10-13 characterized by the holding claw (800). a washing machine (100).
15. A device to allow cleaning materials to be placed inside compartment (310). compartment opening; closing the compartment opening, visual marker (400) and 25 characterized by a cover (311) on which the indicator (500) is located. a washing machine (100) as in any of the above requirements.