Refrigeration appliance

Abstract

A refrigeration appliance, comprising: a first water outlet and a second water outlet which are arranged in a distributor chamber (6), a first water pan (8) arranged below the first water outlet and forming a first water storage tank (81), a second water pan (9) arranged below the second water outlet and forming a second water storage tank (91), a water storage measurement device (11) used for measuring the first water storage tank (81) and the second water storage tank (91), and an automatic water filling jug (7) arranged below the first water outlet. By means of the arrangement, a user can conveniently take a small amount of water and a large amount of water.

Description

Refrigeration appliances

[0001] This application is based on the Chinese patent application with application number 202310764201.8 and application date June 26, 2023, and claims the priority of the Chinese patent application. The entire content of the above patent application is hereby introduced into this application as a reference. Technical Field

[0002] This application relates to a refrigeration appliance. Background Art

[0003] To meet users' daily water needs, refrigerators are typically equipped with an external water supply. Existing refrigerators typically implement this feature by installing a dispenser chamber on the refrigerator's door. The dispenser chamber has a water inlet located above it for users to collect water, and a water pan located on the bottom wall of the dispenser chamber. This pan catches any dripping from the inlet, preventing it from escaping the dispenser chamber. However, this design has the following drawbacks: When users require a large amount of water, it takes a long time to draw water from the inlet.

[0004] The reference to any prior art in the specification is not an acknowledgement or suggestion that the prior art forms part of the common general knowledge in any jurisdiction, or that it could reasonably be expected that the person skilled in the art would understand, consider relevant and / or combine with other prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of the present application is to provide a refrigeration appliance, which can facilitate users to take out small amounts and large amounts of water by arranging a first water outlet for automatically filling water into an automatic water filling kettle and a second water outlet for users to manually take out water in a dispenser chamber, and arranging a first water tray below the automatic water filling kettle, a second water tray below the second water outlet and a water storage detection device.

[0006] To achieve one of the above-mentioned objects of the invention, one embodiment of the present invention provides a refrigeration appliance, which includes a distributor chamber;

[0007] a first water outlet, disposed in the distributor chamber;

[0008] an automatic water filling kettle, which is removably arranged below the first water outlet, and the first water outlet is used to automatically fill water into the automatic water filling kettle;

[0009] a first water tray, disposed on the bottom wall of the dispenser chamber and used to hold the automatic water filling kettle, the first water tray having a first water storage tank, the first water storage tank being used to receive water overflowing from the automatic water filling kettle;

[0010] a second water outlet, disposed in the distributor chamber;

[0011] a second water tray, disposed on the bottom wall of the dispenser chamber and placed below the second water outlet, the second water tray having a second water storage tank for receiving water falling from the second water outlet;

[0012] A water storage detection device is used to detect the water storage in the first water storage tank and the second water storage tank, so that the refrigeration appliance can control the opening and closing of the first water outlet and output a signal to clean the water in the first water tray and / or the second water tray according to the detection result of the water storage detection device.

[0013] As a further improvement to the embodiment of the present application, an overflow channel is provided between the first water storage tank and the second water storage tank, and the water in the second water storage tank can flow into the first water storage tank through the overflow channel. The water detection device is a liquid level sensor, and the water detection device is installed on the side wall of the first water storage tank. The water detection device is used to output a signal when the water in the first water storage tank reaches a preset water level. The water detection device adopts a waterproof sensor.

[0014] As a further improvement to the embodiment of the present application, the first water tray is recessed downward to form a shelf groove, the shelf groove is used to place the automatic water filling kettle, the bottom wall of the shelf groove is recessed downward to form the first water storage tank, a water flow channel is provided between the side wall of the shelf groove and the side wall of the second water storage tank, the overflow channel includes the shelf groove and the water flow channel, when the water in the second water storage tank reaches a preset water level, the water in the second water storage tank flows into the first water storage tank through the water flow channel and the shelf groove.

[0015] As a further improvement of the embodiment of the present application, the first water tray has a first inclined surface arranged on the front side of the shelf groove, and the first inclined surface gradually extends downward from the back to the front.

[0016] As a further improvement to the embodiment of the present application, the second water tray has a second inclined surface arranged between the front wall of the second water tray and the front wall of the second water storage tank. The second inclined surface extends forward and downward from the front wall of the second water storage tank to the front wall of the second water tray. The height of the second inclined surface on the side of the front wall of the second water storage tank is higher than the height of the bottom wall of the water flow channel.

[0017] As a further improvement to the embodiment of the present application, the first water tray and the second water tray are integrally arranged.

[0018] As a further improvement of the embodiment of the present application, the refrigeration appliance also includes a water temperature detection device and a display device. The water temperature detection device is used to detect the water temperature of the automatic water filling kettle. The display device can display the water temperature of the automatic water filling kettle detected by the water temperature detection device. The water temperature detection device is arranged in the dispenser chamber. The water temperature detection device and the automatic water filling kettle are non-contact arranged. The water temperature detection device is an infrared temperature sensor.

[0019] As a further improvement of the embodiment of the present application, the refrigeration appliance also includes a water level detection device and a display device. The water level detection device is used to detect the water level of the automatic water filling kettle, and the display device can display the water level of the automatic water filling kettle detected by the water level detection device.

[0020] As a further improvement of the implementation mode of the present application, the water level detection device includes a first liquid level sensor, a second liquid level sensor, and a third liquid level sensor. The height of the first liquid level sensor is located at the upper part of the automatic water filling kettle, and the first liquid level sensor is located below the water filling port of the automatic water filling kettle. The water filling port and the first water outlet are coordinated. The height of the second liquid level sensor is located in the middle part of the automatic water filling kettle, and the height of the third liquid level sensor is located at the lower part of the automatic water filling kettle. The water level detection device is arranged in the distribution chamber.

[0021] As a further improvement of the embodiment of the present application, the refrigeration appliance also includes a dispenser chamber door and a door lock, the dispenser chamber door is used to open and close the dispenser chamber, the door lock is arranged on the dispenser chamber door, the door lock is used to lock the dispenser chamber door in the position of closing the dispenser chamber, the door lock is a push-type door lock, when the door lock is pressed, the door lock opens so that the dispenser chamber door can be opened, the refrigeration appliance also includes a pressure detection device, the pressure detection device and the door lock are arranged in combination, the pressure detection device is used to detect whether the door lock is pressed, so that the refrigeration appliance can control the opening and closing of the first water outlet according to the signal output by the pressure detection device.

[0022] As a further improvement of the implementation mode of the present application, a bracket is provided in the dispenser chamber, and the bracket extends along the height direction of the automatic water filling kettle. The bracket and the side wall of the automatic water filling kettle are cooperated, and the first liquid level sensor, the second liquid level sensor, and the third liquid level sensor are all provided on the bracket, and the bracket and the first water tray are integrated.

[0023] As a further improvement of the embodiment of the present application, the water detection device is composed of two liquid level sensors, one liquid level sensor in the water detection device is arranged on the side wall of the first water storage tank, and the other liquid level sensor is arranged on the side wall of the second water storage tank. The water detection device adopts a waterproof sensor.

[0024] As a further improvement of the implementation mode of the present application, the refrigeration appliance includes a box body, a cold storage chamber arranged in the box body, and a door body for opening and closing the cold storage chamber. The door body is provided with the dispenser chamber and the ice-making chamber. The ice-making chamber is placed above the dispenser chamber. The ice-making chamber and the dispenser chamber are both open to the outside. An ice-guiding channel is provided between the ice-making chamber and the dispenser chamber. The ice-guiding channel includes an ice outlet arranged in the dispenser chamber. The door body is provided with an ice-making chamber door for opening and closing the ice-making chamber. The door body is also provided with a dispenser chamber door capable of opening and closing the dispenser chamber. The dispenser chamber door is provided on the outside of the ice-making chamber door. The dispenser chamber door covers the ice-making chamber and the dispenser chamber at the same time.

[0025] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effect of the present application is that it can facilitate users to take water in small amounts or large amounts.

[0026] As used herein, the term "comprise" and variations of the term, such as "comprises," "comprised," "comprising," "including," and "containing" do not exclude other features, components, elements, or steps unless the context clearly requires otherwise. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] FIG1 is a schematic structural diagram of a refrigerator in a specific embodiment of the present application;

[0028] FIG2 is a schematic structural diagram of the integrated first water tray, second water tray and bracket in FIG1 ;

[0029] Figure 3 is a schematic structural diagram of the water detection device, the water detection device and the bracket in Figure 2;

[0030] FIG4 is a schematic diagram of the coordination height of the first liquid level sensor, the second liquid level sensor, the third liquid level sensor and the automatic water filling kettle in FIG3 ;

[0031] FIG5 is a schematic structural diagram of another embodiment of the water detection device, water quantity detection device and bracket in FIG2. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] The present application will be described in detail below with reference to the specific embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, these embodiments do not limit the present application, and any structural, methodological, or functional changes made by a person skilled in the art based on these embodiments are included within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0033] In one embodiment of the present application, a refrigeration appliance is provided. The refrigeration appliance may be a freezer, a commercial display cabinet, etc. Preferably, the refrigeration appliance is a refrigerator. The refrigeration appliance and the control method of the refrigeration appliance in the present application are described below using a refrigerator as an example.

[0034] 1 , in this embodiment, a refrigerator 100 may include a dispenser chamber 6 . The refrigerator 100 may include a cabinet 1 , a refrigerating chamber 2 disposed in the cabinet 1 , and a door 3 for opening and closing the refrigerating chamber 2 .

[0035] The door body 3 may be provided with a dispenser chamber 6 and an ice making chamber 5. The ice making chamber 5 may be located above the dispenser chamber 6, and both the ice making chamber 5 and the dispenser chamber 6 may be open to the outside. An ice guide channel may be provided between the ice making chamber 5 and the dispenser chamber 6, and the ice guide channel may include an ice outlet provided in the dispenser chamber 6.

[0036] The door body 3 may be provided with an ice making chamber door 53 for opening and closing the ice making chamber 5. The door body 3 may also be provided with a dispenser chamber door 4 capable of opening and closing the opening of the dispenser chamber 6. The dispenser chamber door 4 may be provided outside the ice making chamber door 53, and the dispenser chamber door 4 may cover the outsides of both the ice making chamber 5 and the dispenser chamber 6.

[0037] In this embodiment, up and down may refer to the height direction of the refrigerator 100. Front and back may refer to the thickness direction of the refrigerator 100, wherein the opening of the refrigerator compartment 2 of the refrigerator 100 may face forward. Left and right may refer to the left and right directions when a person faces the opening of the refrigerator compartment 2.

[0038] The ice-making chamber 5 and the dispenser chamber 6 are both opened outwards, which may mean that the openings of the ice-making chamber 5 and the dispenser chamber 6 are both toward the side away from the opening of the refrigerating chamber 2 .

[0039] The ice-making chamber 5 may be provided with an ice-making machine 51 and an ice storage bin 52 positioned below the ice-making machine 51. The sidewalls of the ice-making chamber 5 may be provided with an air inlet and an air return vent. The housing 1 may be provided with an evaporator chamber. The ice-making chamber 5 may be connected to the evaporator chamber via the air inlet and the air return vent. Cold air within the evaporator chamber is blown from the air inlet toward the ice-making machine 51, cooling the water within the ice-making machine 51 to produce ice cubes. The ice cubes produced by the ice-making machine 51 can be stored in the ice storage bin 52. The bottom of the ice storage bin 52 may have an opening, and an ice guide channel may be connected to the opening at the bottom of the ice storage bin 52 to transport the ice cubes to the dispenser chamber 6.

[0040] The ice outlet can be provided at the upper portion of the dispenser chamber 6 and open downward. Without opening the door body 3, i.e., without opening the refrigeration chamber 2, the user can use the dispenser chamber 6 by opening the dispenser chamber door 4 on the door body 3, for example, to take ice from the ice outlet of the dispenser chamber 6.

[0041] After opening the dispenser compartment door 4 on the door body 3, the user can use the ice making compartment 5 by opening the ice making compartment door 53 on the door body 3, for example, to take ice from the ice storage box 52 in the ice making compartment 5. In this way, the user can use the ice making compartment 5 and the dispenser compartment 6 without opening the refrigerator compartment 2.

[0042] 1 to 3 , in this embodiment, the refrigerator 100 may further include: a first water outlet, disposed in the dispenser chamber 6; an automatic water filling kettle 7, removably disposed below the first water outlet, the first water outlet being used to automatically fill water into the automatic water filling kettle 7; a first water tray 8, disposed on the bottom wall of the dispenser chamber 6 and used to carry the automatic water filling kettle 7, the first water tray 8 having a first water storage tank 81, the first water storage tank 81 being used to receive water overflowing from the automatic water filling kettle 7; a second water outlet, disposed in the dispenser chamber 6; a second The water tray 9 is arranged on the bottom wall of the dispenser chamber 6 and is placed below the second water outlet. The second water tray 9 has a second water storage tank 91, which is used to receive water falling from the second water outlet; the water storage detection device 11 is used to detect the water in the first water storage tank 81 and the second water storage tank 91, so that the refrigerator 100 can control the opening and closing of the first water outlet and output a signal to clean the water in the first water tray 8 and / or the second water tray 9 according to the detection result of the water storage detection device 11.

[0043] In this embodiment, the first water outlet and the second water outlet can both be located at the top of the dispenser chamber 6 and open downward. The second water outlet can be located adjacent to the ice outlet. The first water outlet and the second water outlet can be spaced laterally apart to prevent interference between the first water outlet, the second water outlet, and the ice outlet during use.

[0044] The automatic water filling kettle 7 may include a kettle body for storing water. The upper end of the kettle body may be open and may be provided with a lid. The lid may be provided with an inlet 71 for injecting water into the automatic water filling kettle 7. The inlet 71 cooperates with the first water outlet. The kettle body of the automatic water filling kettle 7 may also be provided with a handle. When the automatic water filling kettle 7 is placed below the first water outlet, the inlet 71 of the automatic water filling kettle 7 is directly opposite the first water outlet. When certain conditions are met, the refrigerator 100 may automatically inject water into the automatic water filling kettle 7 by opening the first water outlet until a certain amount of water is injected into the automatic water filling kettle 7 and then close the first water outlet.

[0045] The second water outlet can be manually opened and closed by the user. For example, the user can manually press a tongue or a button to make the water in the refrigerator 100 flow out of the second water outlet. In addition, the second water outlet can be configured so that the user can control the water discharge time of the second water outlet by controlling the pressing time.

[0046] When the user needs to take a large amount of water, the user can directly take out the automatic water filling kettle 7 from the dispenser chamber 6 for use; when the user needs to take a small amount of water, the user can use a water storage container such as a cup to fill water from the second water outlet. This arrangement can facilitate the user to take a large amount of water or a small amount of water, avoid wasting the user's time, and meet the user's various water needs.

[0047] In some embodiments, the refrigerator 100 may further include a water temperature detection device. The water temperature detection device may be used to detect the temperature of the water in the automatic water filling kettle 7. The water temperature detection device may be communicatively connected to the refrigerator control module. The water temperature detection device may detect the temperature of the water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 in real time and transmit the information to the refrigerator control module.

[0048] The water temperature detection device can be provided in the dispenser chamber 6. The water temperature detection device can be provided in a non-contact manner with the automatic water filling kettle 7. The water temperature detection device can be an infrared temperature sensor. Of course, in other embodiments of the present application, the water temperature detection device can also use other types of temperature sensors besides infrared temperature sensors. The water temperature detection device can also be provided on the automatic water filling kettle 7, for example, provided inside the automatic water filling kettle 7, or provided to be attached to the automatic water filling kettle 7, so as to detect the water temperature of the automatic water filling kettle 7.

[0049] In some embodiments, the refrigerator 100 may further include a display device. The display device may be communicatively connected to the control module. The display device may include a display screen. Under the control of the refrigerator control module, the display device may display the water temperature of the automatic water filling kettle 7 detected by the water temperature detection device, so that the user can accurately and promptly understand the water temperature in the automatic water filling kettle 7 without opening the door.

[0050] 3 and 4 , in some embodiments, the refrigerator 100 may further include a water level detection device 12. The water level detection device 12 is configured to detect the water level in the automatic water filling kettle 7. The water level detection device 12 may be communicatively connected to a control module of the refrigerator and transmit the detected water level information of the automatic water filling kettle 7 to the control module.

[0051] Under the control of the control module, the display device can display the water level of the automatic water filling kettle 7 detected by the water level detection device 12, so that the user can accurately and timely understand the water level in the automatic water filling kettle 7 without opening the refrigerator door.

[0052] 3 and 4 , preferably, in this embodiment, the water level detection device 12 may include a first liquid level sensor 121, a second liquid level sensor 122, and a third liquid level sensor 123. The first liquid level sensor 121 may be positioned above the automatic water filling kettle 7 and below the water inlet 71 of the automatic water filling kettle 7. The water inlet 71 cooperates with the first water outlet. The second liquid level sensor 122 may be positioned in the middle of the automatic water filling kettle 7. The third liquid level sensor 123 may be positioned below the automatic water filling kettle 7.

[0053] In this embodiment, the water level detection device 12 can be disposed in the distribution chamber. The water level detection device 12 can be disposed in a non-contact manner with the automatic water filling kettle 7. Of course, in other embodiments of the present application, the water level detection device 12 can also be disposed on the automatic water filling kettle 7, for example, disposed within the automatic water filling kettle 7, or disposed to be attached to the automatic water filling kettle 7, to detect the water level in the automatic water filling kettle 7.

[0054] When the amount of water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 reaches the height of the first liquid level sensor 121, the first liquid level sensor 121, the second liquid level sensor 122, and the third liquid level sensor 123 can all detect that there is water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 and send a signal to the control module. The control module can control the display device to display whether the amount of water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 is too much or full according to the signal transmitted by the water amount detection device 12.

[0055] When the amount of water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 reaches or exceeds the height of the second liquid level sensor 122 and is lower than the height of the first liquid level sensor 121, the second liquid level sensor 122 and the third liquid level sensor 123 can detect that there is water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 and send a signal to the control module. The control module can control the display device to display that the amount of water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 is medium according to the signal transmitted by the water amount detection device 12.

[0056] When the amount of water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 is lower than the height of the second liquid level sensor 122, only the third liquid level sensor 123 can detect that there is water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 and send a signal to the control module. The control module can control the display device to display that the amount of water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 is a small amount according to the signal transmitted by the water amount detection device 12.

[0057] In addition, when the first liquid level sensor 121 detects that there is water in the automatic water filling kettle 7, the first water outlet can be controlled to be closed to prevent the first water outlet from continuing to fill water into the automatic water filling kettle 7 and causing water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 to overflow.

[0058] In some embodiments, a bracket 10 may be disposed within the dispenser chamber 6. The bracket 10 may extend along the height of the automatic water filling kettle 7. The bracket 10 may be disposed in conjunction with a sidewall of the automatic water filling kettle 7. The first liquid level sensor 121, the second liquid level sensor 122, and the third liquid level sensor 123 may all be disposed on the bracket 10.

[0059] The bracket 10 can be integrally provided with the first water tray 8. A water temperature detection device can also be provided on the bracket 10. Furthermore, the water quantity detection device 12 can be provided on the side of the bracket 10 away from the automatic water filling kettle 7, thereby achieving a concealed arrangement of the water quantity detection device 12 and minimizing water ingress into the water quantity detection device 12.

[0060] 5 , in other embodiments of the present application, the water level detection device 12 may only include a liquid level sensor. The water level detection device 12 may be disposed on the upper portion of the automatic water filling kettle 7 and below the water inlet 71 of the automatic water filling kettle 7 .

[0061] When the water level detection device 12 detects that there is water in the automatic water filling kettle 7, the control module can control the display device to display that the water level in the automatic water filling kettle 7 is full according to the signal transmitted by the water level detection device 12. When the water level detection device 12 detects that there is water in the automatic water filling kettle 7, the first water outlet can be controlled to be closed to prevent the first water outlet from continuing to fill water into the automatic water filling kettle 7 and causing the water in the automatic water filling kettle 7 to overflow.

[0062] Because the water quantity detection device 12 may fail, etc., the first water outlet may continue to inject water into the automatic water filling kettle 7, causing water to overflow from the automatic water filling kettle 7, or the user may take water improperly, causing water flowing out of the second water outlet to fall into the dispenser chamber 6, or the first water outlet or the second water outlet may not be closed tightly, causing water to fall into the dispenser chamber 6.

[0063] These situations may cause water to accumulate in the dispenser chamber 6, or even cause water to leak out of the dispenser chamber 6 into the refrigerator 100, and may even cause electronic components at the bottom of the dispenser chamber 6 or other parts of the refrigerator 100 to be damaged due to water ingress, affecting the user experience.

[0064] To avoid the above situation, a first water tray 8 can be provided below the first water outlet. A first water storage tank 81 formed in the first water tray 8 can store water overflowing from the automatic water filling kettle 7 or water falling from the first water outlet. At the same time, a second water tray 9 can be provided below the second water outlet. A second water storage tank 91 formed in the second water tray 9 can store water falling from the second water outlet.

[0065] In some embodiments, a water detection device 11 may be provided to detect water in the first water reservoir 81 and the second water reservoir 91. The refrigerator 100 may be provided with a control module, such as a processor. When the water in the first water reservoir 81 or the second water reservoir 91 reaches a certain level, the water detection device 11 may transmit a signal to the control module of the refrigerator 100. The control module, based on the signal transmitted by the water detection device 11, may control the first water outlet to be closed and may output a signal to remind the user to clean the water in the first water tray 8 or the second water tray 9.

[0066] Both the water level detection device 12 and the water level detection device 11 utilize non-contact capacitive liquid level sensors, although other types of liquid level sensors may also be used. Both the water level detection device 12 and the water level detection device 11 may utilize waterproof sensors. The height at which the water level detection device 11 is positioned may be determined based on the preset water level in the first water storage tank 81 or the second water storage tank 91.

[0067] The refrigerator 100 may be provided with a voice module that is in communication with the control module, and the refrigerator 100 may output a signal for cleaning the water in the first water tray 8 or the second water tray 9 to the user through a display screen or voice broadcast.

[0068] Such a setting can facilitate users to take large amounts of water or small amounts of water, avoid wasting users' time, and meet users' various water needs. At the same time, it can accommodate water that overflows from the kettle or drops from the water outlet in the dispenser, and can remind users to clean the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 in time, and can avoid water overflow in the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 causing damage to electronic devices arranged at the bottom of the dispenser chamber 6 or electronic devices arranged in other parts of the refrigerator 100, which can improve the user experience of the refrigerator 100.

[0069] 2 and 3 , in some embodiments, an overflow channel 13 may be provided between the first water storage tank 81 and the second water storage tank 91 , and water in the second water storage tank 91 may flow into the first water storage tank 81 through the overflow channel 13 .

[0070] In some embodiments, the water level detection device 11 is a liquid level sensor. The water level detection device 11 can be installed on the side wall of the first water storage tank. The water level detection device 11 can be used to output a signal when the water level in the first water storage tank reaches a preset level.

[0071] In some embodiments, the water detection device 11 can be placed on the underside of the bracket 10. The water detection device 11 can be positioned on the side of the bracket 10 facing away from the first water outlet. This arrangement minimizes contact between the water detection device 11 and water, preventing damage to the water detection device 11 due to water ingress.

[0072] Of course, in other embodiments, the overflow channel 13 can also be configured to allow the water in the first water tank 81 to flow into the second water tank 91. Accordingly, the water detection device 11 can be disposed on the side wall of the second water tank 91 and configured to output a signal when the water in the second water tank 91 reaches a preset water level.

[0073] With such an arrangement, overflow of water in the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 can be prevented at the same time by providing a water level sensor, which has a simple structure and is easy to control.

[0074] 5 , in some embodiments, the first water tray 8 is recessed downward to form a shelf groove 83, and the shelf groove 83 is used to place the automatic water filling kettle 7. The bottom wall of the shelf groove 83 is recessed downward to form the first water storage groove 81. A water flow channel 14 is provided between the side wall of the shelf groove 83 and the side wall of the second water storage groove 91. The overflow channel 13 may include the shelf groove 83 and the water flow channel 14. When the water in the second water storage groove 91 reaches a preset water level, the water in the second water storage groove 91 flows into the first water storage groove 81 through the water flow channel 14 and the shelf groove 83.

[0075] Such an arrangement can achieve a stable placement of the automatic water filling kettle 7, and can prevent the water in the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 from overflowing at the same time by setting a water level sensor. The structure is simple and the control is convenient.

[0076] 2 , in some embodiments, the first water tray 8 has a first inclined surface 82 provided at the front side of the shelf groove 83 , and the first inclined surface 82 gradually extends downward from the back to the front.

[0077] When the user needs to place the automatic water filling kettle 7 into the dispenser chamber 6, the user can first make the bottom surface of the kettle 7 contact the first inclined surface 82, and then push the kettle 7 toward the shelf groove 83, so that the kettle 7 slides into the shelf groove 83 via the first inclined surface 82. This arrangement can facilitate the user to place the automatic water filling kettle 7, has a simple structure, and is easy to set up.

[0078] 2 , in some embodiments, the second water tray 9 has a second inclined surface 92 disposed between the front wall of the second water tray 9 and the front wall of the second water storage tank 91. The second inclined surface 92 extends forward and downward from the front wall of the second water storage tank 91 to the front wall of the second water tray 9. The height of the second inclined surface 92 on the front wall side of the second water storage tank 91 is higher than the height of the bottom wall of the water flow channel 14.

[0079] With such a configuration, if the water detection device 11 fails, the water in the first water tank 81 and the second water tank 91 can flow out of the dispenser chamber 6 from the front side of the dispenser chamber 6 under the guidance of the second inclined surface 92, thereby preventing the water in the first water tank 81 and the second water tank 91 from seeping around in the dispenser chamber 6, thereby minimizing damage to electronic components arranged at the bottom of the dispenser chamber 6 or electronic components arranged in other parts of the refrigerator 100.

[0080] 2 , in some embodiments, the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 are integrally provided.

[0081] Such a setting can reduce the connection gap between the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9, so that the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 can cover the bottom wall of the dispenser chamber 6 as tightly as possible, preventing water from splashing or overflowing and seeping into the bottom of the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9, and avoiding damage to electronic devices arranged at the bottom of the dispenser chamber 6 or electronic devices arranged in other parts of the refrigerator 100 as much as possible.

[0082] Referring to Figure 2 , in some embodiments, the first inclined surface 82 and the second inclined surface 92 can be coplanar and integrally formed. The water flow channel 14 can be formed by a downwardly recessed upper wall of the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 between the holding groove 83 and the second water storage groove 91. This arrangement offers a simple structure, convenient installation, and excellent performance.

[0083] In some embodiments, the bracket 10 , the first water tray 8 , and the second water tray 9 are all disposed in the distributor chamber 6 , and the peripheries of the bracket 10 , the first water tray 8 , and the second water tray 9 extend to connect with the side wall of the distributor chamber 6 .

[0084] Such a configuration can avoid the formation of a connecting gap between the bracket 10 and the first water tray 8, and can prevent water from seeping through the gap into the space between the bracket 10, the first water tray 8, the second water tray 9 and the wall of the dispenser chamber 6, thereby avoiding damage to electronic components arranged at the bottom of the dispenser chamber 6 or electronic components arranged in other parts of the refrigerator 100 as much as possible.

[0085] In some embodiments, the present application further provides a method for controlling the refrigerator 100, which may include:

[0086] Obtaining a water storage signal indicating that water is stored in the first water tray 8;

[0087] The first water outlet is controlled to be closed or kept closed according to the acquired water storage signal, and a signal for cleaning the water stored in the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 is output.

[0088] In this embodiment, as soon as a water storage signal is received indicating that water is stored in the first water tray 8, regardless of whether the water in the first water tray 8 is caused by overflow from the first water outlet continuously filling the automatic water filling kettle 7 or by water in the second water tray 9 flowing into the first water tray 8, the first water outlet is closed and the user is reminded to clean the first and second water trays 8, 9. This arrangement makes the control method simpler and more convenient, and can remind the user to clean the first and second water trays 8, 9 in a timely manner, thereby minimizing water overflow from the first and second water trays 8, 9.

[0089] In some embodiments, the water level detection device 11 may be composed of two liquid level sensors, one of which is disposed on the side wall of the first water storage tank, and the other is disposed on the side wall of the second water storage tank.

[0090] The first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 can be separate or integrated. The water level detection device 11 can be configured to output a signal when the water level in the first water storage tank 81 reaches a predetermined level. The water level detection device 11 can be configured to output a signal when the water level in the second water storage tank 91 reaches a predetermined level.

[0091] Such an arrangement can respectively detect whether the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 are overflowing, prevent the water in the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 from overflowing, and avoid damage to the water detection device 11 and the water detection device 11 due to water ingress.

[0092] In some embodiments, the refrigerator 100 further includes a dispenser compartment door 4 and a door lock 15. The dispenser compartment door 4 is used to open and close the dispenser compartment 6. The door lock 15 can be provided on the dispenser compartment door 4 and can be used to lock the dispenser compartment door 4 in a position that closes the dispenser compartment 6. The door lock 15 can be a push-type door lock. When the door lock 15 is pressed, the door lock 15 opens, allowing the dispenser compartment door 4 to be opened.

[0093] The refrigerator 100 may further include a pressure detection device, which may be provided in conjunction with the door lock 15. The pressure detection device is used to detect whether the door lock 15 is pressed, so that the refrigerator 100 can control the opening and closing of the first water outlet according to the signal output by the pressure detection device.

[0094] When the pressure detection device detects that door lock 15 is pressed, it indicates that the user is opening dispenser compartment door 4 and intends to use dispenser compartment 6. Based on the signal transmitted by the pressure detection device, the refrigerator control module can control the closing of the first water outlet, thereby stopping the first water outlet from filling the automatic water filling kettle 7. This arrangement ensures that the first water outlet remains closed when dispenser compartment door 4 is open, preventing water from splashing out of the first water outlet or preventing the first water outlet from filling the automatic water filling kettle 7, which could affect the user's ability to use dispenser compartment 6, such as accessing the automatic water filling kettle 7.

[0095] Specifically, the pressure detection device can be a pressure sensor, or an electrical switch triggered when the door lock 15 is pressed, which can output a corresponding signal to the control module of the refrigerator when the door lock 15 is pressed.

[0096] Of course, in other embodiments of the present application, the door lock 15 may be an automatic door lock 15. The user does not need to manually press the door lock 15, and can instead input a command to open the door lock 15 to the refrigerator via a display screen or voice. When the refrigerator receives a command from the user to open the dispenser chamber door 4, the refrigerator control module may first detect whether the first water outlet is closed. If the first water outlet is open, the control module may first control the first water outlet to close, and then control the door lock 15 to open, so that the first water outlet is already closed before the dispenser chamber door 4 is opened, ensuring that the first water outlet is closed when the dispenser chamber door 4 is opened.

[0097] In summary, the refrigeration appliance and the control method of the refrigeration appliance in the present application can solve the problem in the prior art that when the user takes a large amount of water, it takes a long time to draw water from the water inlet. The technical solution in the present application can facilitate the user to draw water in large quantities or small quantities, avoid wasting the user's time, and meet the user's various water collection needs. At the same time, it can accommodate overflowing or falling water, remind the user to clean the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 in a timely manner, and prevent the water in the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 from overflowing by setting a water level sensor. It has a simple structure and is easy to control. It can prevent the water in the first water tray 8 and the second water tray 9 from overflowing, which may cause damage to the electronic components arranged at the bottom of the dispenser chamber 6 or the electronic components arranged in other parts of the refrigerator 100, and can improve the user's experience of the refrigerator 100.

[0098] It should be understood that although this specification is described in terms of implementation methods, not every implementation method contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative method of the specification is only for the sake of clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each implementation method can also be appropriately combined to form other implementation methods that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

[0099] The series of detailed descriptions listed above are only specific descriptions of feasible implementation methods of this application. They are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Any equivalent implementation methods or changes that do not deviate from the technical spirit of this application should be included in the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A refrigeration appliance, characterized in that: including a dispenser chamber; A first water outlet, disposed in the distributor chamber; An automatic water filling kettle, which is removably arranged below the first water outlet, and the first water outlet is used to automatically fill water into the automatic water filling kettle; a first water tray, disposed on the bottom wall of the dispenser chamber and used to carry the automatic water filling kettle, the first water tray having a first water storage tank, the first water storage tank being used to receive water overflowing from the automatic water filling kettle; a second water outlet, disposed in the distributor chamber; a second water tray, arranged on the bottom wall of the distributor chamber and placed below the second water outlet, the second water tray having a second water storage tank, the second water storage tank being used to receive water dropped from the second water outlet; A water storage detection device is used to detect the water storage in the first water storage tank and the second water storage tank, so that the refrigeration appliance can control the opening and closing of the first water outlet and output a signal for cleaning the water in the first water tray and / or the second water tray according to the detection result of the water storage detection device.

2. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that: An overflow channel is provided between the first water storage tank and the second water storage tank, and the water in the second water storage tank can flow into the first water storage tank through the overflow channel. The water storage detection device is a liquid level sensor, and the water storage detection device is installed on the side wall of the first water storage tank. The water storage detection device is used to output a signal when the water in the first water storage tank reaches a preset water level, and the water storage detection device adopts a waterproof sensor.

3. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first water tray is recessed downward to form a shelf groove, and the shelf groove is used to place the automatic water filling kettle. The bottom wall of the shelf groove is recessed downward to form the first water storage groove. A water flow channel is provided between the side wall of the shelf groove and the side wall of the second water storage groove. The overflow channel includes the shelf groove and the water flow channel. When the water in the second water storage groove reaches a preset water level, the water in the second water storage groove flows into the first water storage groove through the water flow channel and the shelf groove.

4. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first water tray has a first inclined surface arranged at the front side of the shelf groove, and the first inclined surface gradually extends downward from the back to the front.

5. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second water tray has a second inclined surface arranged between the front wall of the second water tray and the front wall of the second water storage tank. The second inclined surface extends forward and downward from the front wall of the second water storage tank to the front wall of the second water tray. The height of the second inclined surface on the side of the front wall of the second water storage tank is higher than the height of the bottom wall of the water flow channel.

6. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first water tray and the second water tray are integrally arranged.

7. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that: The refrigeration appliance also includes a water temperature detection device and a display device. The water temperature detection device is used to detect the water temperature of the automatic water filling kettle. The display device can display the water temperature of the automatic water filling kettle detected by the water temperature detection device. The water temperature detection device is arranged in the dispenser chamber. The water temperature detection device and the automatic water filling kettle are arranged in a non-contact manner. The water temperature detection device is an infrared temperature sensor.

8. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that: The refrigeration appliance further comprises a water quantity detection device and a display device, wherein the water quantity detection device is used to detect the water quantity of the automatic water filling kettle, and the display device can display the water quantity of the automatic water filling kettle detected by the water quantity detection device.

9. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 8, characterized in that: The water level detection device includes a first liquid level sensor, a second liquid level sensor, and a third liquid level sensor. The height of the first liquid level sensor is located at the upper part of the automatic water filling kettle, and the first liquid level sensor is located below the water filling port of the automatic water filling kettle. The water filling port and the first water outlet cooperate with each other. The height of the second liquid level sensor is located in the middle part of the automatic water filling kettle, and the height of the third liquid level sensor is located at the lower part of the automatic water filling kettle. The water level detection device is arranged in the distribution chamber.

10. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 9, characterized in that: The refrigeration appliance also includes a dispenser chamber door and a door lock, wherein the dispenser chamber door is used to open and close the dispenser chamber, and the door lock is arranged on the dispenser chamber door, and the door lock is used to lock the dispenser chamber door in a position to close the dispenser chamber, and the door lock is a push-type door lock. When the door lock is pressed, the door lock opens so that the dispenser chamber door can be opened. The refrigeration appliance also includes a pressure detection device, and the pressure detection device and the door lock are arranged in cooperation. The pressure detection device is used to detect whether the door lock is pressed, so that the refrigeration appliance can control the opening and closing of the first water outlet according to the signal output by the pressure detection device.

11. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 10, characterized in that: A bracket is arranged in the dispenser chamber, and the bracket extends along the height direction of the automatic water filling kettle. The bracket and the side wall of the automatic water filling kettle are arranged in coordination. The first liquid level sensor, the second liquid level sensor, and the third liquid level sensor are all arranged on the bracket, and the bracket and the first water tray are arranged in an integrated manner.

12. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water storage detection device is composed of two liquid level sensors, one of which is arranged on the side wall of the first water storage tank, and the other is arranged on the side wall of the second water storage tank. The water storage detection device adopts a waterproof sensor.

13. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that: The refrigeration appliance includes a box body, a cold storage chamber arranged in the box body, and a door body for opening and closing the cold storage chamber, the door body is provided with the dispenser chamber and the ice-making chamber, the ice-making chamber is placed above the dispenser chamber, the ice-making chamber and the dispenser chamber are both open to the outside, an ice-guiding channel is provided between the ice-making chamber and the dispenser chamber, the ice-guiding channel includes an ice outlet arranged in the dispenser chamber, the door body is provided with an ice-making chamber door for opening and closing the ice-making chamber, the door body is also provided with a dispenser chamber door capable of opening and closing the dispenser chamber, the dispenser chamber door is provided outside the ice-making chamber door, and the dispenser chamber door covers the ice-making chamber and the dispenser chamber at the same time.

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