Cleaning machine control method and apparatus, and cleaning machine

Abstract

Disclosed in the present application are a cleaning machine control method and apparatus, and a cleaning machine. The cleaning machine comprises a cleaning main body and a circulating filtration pipe in communication with the cleaning main body. The cleaning machine has a circulating washing mode and a flushing mode. The method comprises: when a circulating washing instruction has been received, controlling a cleaning machine to operate in a circulating washing mode, wherein in the circulating washing mode, a circulating filtration pipe is used for sucking up water that has been used for washing, filtering same and then circulating same to a cleaning main body; and after it is determined that the circulating washing mode ends, controlling the cleaning machine to operate in a flushing mode, so as to at least flush the circulating filtration pipe in the cleaning main body and the circulating filtration pipe.

Description

Cleaning machine control methods, devices and cleaning machines

[0001] Related applications

[0002] This application claims priority to Chinese patent application No. 202411732357.9, filed on November 28, 2024, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This application relates to the field of cleaning equipment technology, and in particular to a cleaning machine control method, device and cleaning machine. Background Technology

[0004] Washing machines typically include a circulating washing mode. After the circulating washing mode ends, the washing water needs to be recycled, which means using a filter cartridge to filter the washing water. However, in the current circulating washing mode of washing machines, the water flow can only be unidirectional, which makes it easy for fine debris to accumulate at the water inlet of the filter cartridge, reducing the flow rate and affecting the filtration effect. In addition, users need to replace the filter cartridge frequently, increasing maintenance work and costs. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The main purpose of this application is to propose a cleaning machine control method, device and cleaning machine, which aims to improve the water resource utilization rate of the cleaning machine, while reducing the maintenance frequency and cost of the cleaning machine for users.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this application proposes a cleaning machine control method. The cleaning machine includes a cleaning body and a circulating filter pipe connected to the cleaning body. The cleaning machine has a circulating washing mode and a rinsing mode. The method includes:

[0007] When a circulating washing command is received, the washing machine is controlled to operate in the circulating washing mode. In the circulating washing mode, the circulating filter pipe is used to draw in the used water, filter it, and then circulate it back to the washing body.

[0008] After the cycle washing mode is completed, the washing machine is controlled to run in rinsing mode to rinse at least the cycle filter pipe of both the washing body and the cycle filter pipe.

[0009] In one embodiment, the circulating filter pipeline includes a circulating pump, and the cleaning machine further includes a drain pipeline connected to the circulating filter pipeline; the cleaning machine also has a drain mode.

[0010] After the step of determining the end of the cyclic washing mode, the method further includes:

[0011] Get the number of times the circulation pump starts in the circulating wash mode;

[0012] When the number of times the circulating pump starts in the circulating washing mode reaches the preset number of starts, the washing machine is controlled to operate in the rinsing mode;

[0013] When the number of times the circulating pump is started in the circulating washing mode does not reach the preset number of starts, the washing machine is controlled to operate in the drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the water in the washing body and the circulating filter pipe flows out through the drainage pipe.

[0014] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine further includes a drain pipe connected to the circulating filter pipe, and the cleaning machine also has a drain mode.

[0015] In one embodiment, the method further includes:

[0016] If a water supply shutdown command is received or no water supply command is received after the fourth preset running time, it is determined that the water supply has ended and the cleaning machine is controlled to operate in drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the water in the cleaning body and the circulating filter pipe flows out through the drainage pipe.

[0017] In one embodiment, the number of times water is drained is obtained;

[0018] In response to a trigger command indicating that the number of drainage cycles has reached a preset number, the cleaning machine is controlled to operate in rinsing mode.

[0019] In one embodiment, the cleaning body includes a cleaning pipeline and a water storage container connected to the cleaning pipeline and the circulating filtration pipeline respectively;

[0020] In the circulating washing mode, the circulating filter pipeline is used to draw in the used water, filter it, and then circulate it to the water storage container, and then deliver it to the water user via the cleaning pipeline.

[0021] In the rinsing mode, the water in the water storage container is used to rinse at least the circulating filter pipe of both the cleaning pipe and the circulating filter pipe.

[0022] In one embodiment, the circulating filtration pipeline includes a circulating pipe, a circulating pump, a filter element, and a first valve body. The circulating pipe has a water intake end and a connecting end, the connecting end being connected to the water storage container. The circulating pump is located on the circulating pipe between the water intake end and the connecting end. The filter element is located on the circulating pipe between the connecting end and the circulating pump. The first valve body is located on the circulating pipe between the connecting end and the filter element, and is situated at the lower end of the water storage container.

[0023] In one embodiment, the step of controlling the cleaning machine to operate in a rinsing mode specifically includes:

[0024] The circulation pump is controlled to not operate, and the first valve body is opened to allow water in the water storage container to flow through the first valve body to the filter element and / or the circulation pump;

[0025] Alternatively, the circulation pump can be controlled to run in reverse, and the first valve body can be opened to allow water in the water storage container to flow through the first valve body to the filter element and / or the circulation pump.

[0026] In one embodiment, the cleaning pipeline includes a cleaning pipe and a washing pump disposed on the cleaning pipe. One end of the cleaning pipe is connected to the water storage container, and the other end of the cleaning pipe is used to connect to the water supply end.

[0027] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine further includes a rinsing pipeline, which includes a rinsing pipe and a rinsing valve. One end of the rinsing pipe is connected to the circulation pipeline between the connecting end and the filter element, and the other end of the rinsing pipe is connected to the cleaning pipeline. The rinsing valve is located on the rinsing pipe.

[0028] In one embodiment, the step of controlling the cleaning machine to operate in a rinsing mode further includes:

[0029] The washing pump is controlled to operate, the circulation pump is not operated, the flushing valve is controlled to open, and the first valve body is closed, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the flushing valve to the filter element and / or the circulation pump;

[0030] Alternatively, the washing pump can be controlled to operate while the circulation pump is not operated. The flushing valve and the first valve body can be opened to allow water in the water storage container to flow through the flushing valve and the first valve body respectively before flowing to the filter element and / or the circulation pump.

[0031] Alternatively, control the washing pump to operate, the circulation pump to operate in reverse, control the flushing valve to open, and the first valve body to open, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the flushing valve and the first valve body respectively and then flows to the filter element and / or the circulation pump;

[0032] Alternatively, the washing pump and the circulation pump can be controlled to not operate, the flushing valve can be closed, and the first valve body can be opened, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the first valve body to the filter and / or the circulation pump;

[0033] Alternatively, the washing pump may be controlled to not operate, the circulation pump may be controlled to run in reverse, the flushing valve may be controlled to close, and the first valve body may be opened, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the first valve body to the filter and / or the circulation pump.

[0034] In one embodiment, after the step of controlling the operation of the washing pump, the method further includes:

[0035] Obtain the operating time of the flushing valve;

[0036] When the flushing valve reaches the first preset running time, the circulation pump is controlled to run in reverse so that the water in the water storage container flows sequentially through the flushing valve and the filter element to the circulation pump to flush the circulation pump.

[0037] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine further includes a drain pipe connected to the circulating filter pipe, and the cleaning machine also has a drain mode.

[0038] In one embodiment, after the step of controlling the circulation pump to reverse operation when the running time of the flushing valve reaches a first preset running time, so that water in the water storage container flows sequentially through the flushing valve and the filter element to the circulation pump to flush the circulation pump, the method further includes:

[0039] When the running time of the flushing valve reaches the second preset running time, the cleaning machine is controlled to operate in the drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the water in the water storage container, the cleaning pipe, the circulation pipe and the flushing pipe flows outward through the drainage pipe. The second preset running time is greater than the first preset running time.

[0040] In one embodiment, the drainage pipeline includes a drainage pipe and a drainage valve. One end of the drainage pipe is connected to the circulation pipe, and the other end of the drainage pipe is used to drain water outward. The drainage valve is located on the drainage pipe.

[0041] In one embodiment, the step of controlling the cleaning machine to operate in drainage mode specifically includes:

[0042] The washing pump and the circulation pump are controlled to not operate, and the flushing valve and the drain valve are controlled to open, so that the water in the water storage container, the cleaning pipe, the circulation pipe and the flushing pipe flows out through the drain pipe.

[0043] In one embodiment, the cleaning machine also has a conventional washing mode.

[0044] In one embodiment, before the step of controlling the washing machine to operate in a circulating washing mode upon receiving a circulating washing command, the method further includes:

[0045] When a regular washing command is received, the machine is controlled to operate in the regular washing mode, and the main washing unit is controlled to output washing water.

[0046] In one embodiment, after a third preset running time in the normal washing mode, the washing machine is controlled to run in a cyclic washing mode.

[0047] This application also proposes a cleaning machine control device, which includes: a memory; and a processor.

[0048] In one embodiment, a cleaning machine control program stored in the memory and executable on the processor implements the cleaning machine control method as described above when executed by the processor.

[0049] This application also proposes a cleaning machine having a circulating washing mode and a rinsing mode, the cleaning machine comprising: a cleaning body; a circulating filter pipeline and a control device.

[0050] In one embodiment, the cleaning body is used to connect an external water source and a water-using end.

[0051] In one embodiment, the circulating filter pipe is connected to the cleaning body, and the circulating filter pipe is used to draw in the used water in the circulating washing mode, filter it, and then circulate it to the cleaning body.

[0052] In one embodiment, the control device is a cleaning machine control device as described above.

[0053] In one embodiment, the control device is configured to, upon receiving a circulating wash command, control the washing machine to operate in a circulating wash mode, wherein in the circulating wash mode, the circulating filter pipe is used to draw in used water, filter it, and then circulate it to the washing body; and after determining that the circulating wash mode has ended, control the washing machine to operate in a rinsing mode to rinse at least the circulating filter pipe of both the washing body and the circulating filter pipe.

[0054] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0055] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0056] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, for those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0057] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the cleaning machine provided in this application;

[0058] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the circuit functional modules of an embodiment of the cleaning machine provided in this application;

[0059] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the circuit functional modules of another embodiment of the cleaning machine provided in this application;

[0060] Figure 4 is a flowchart illustrating an embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0061] Figure 5 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0062] Figure 6 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0063] Figure 7 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0064] Figure 8 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0065] Figure 9 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0066] Figure 10 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0067] Figure 11 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0068] Figure 12 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0069] Figure 13 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0070] Figure 14 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0071] Figure 15 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0072] Figure 16 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0073] Figure 17 is a flowchart illustrating another embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application;

[0074] Figure 18 is a schematic diagram of the overall process of an embodiment of the cleaning machine control method provided in this application.

[0075] Reference numerals: 10. Cleaning machine; 100. Cleaning body; 110. Cleaning pipeline; 111. Cleaning pipe; 112. Washing pump; 113. Water outlet; 114. Second valve body; 115. Third valve body; 120. Water storage container; 1201. First float assembly; 1202. Second float assembly; 1203. First sub-float assembly; 1204. Second sub-float assembly; 121. First water chamber; 122. Second water chamber; 123. First water tank; 124. Second water tank; 130. Mixing valve; 200. Circulation filter pipeline; 210. Water suction end; 220. Connection end; 230. Circulation pipeline; 240. Circulation pump; 250. Filter element; 260. First valve body; 300. Control device; 310. Processor; 320. Memory; 400. Trigger assembly; 500, Drainage pipe; 510, Drainage pipeline; 520, Drain valve; 600, Flushing pipe; 610, Flushing pipeline; 620, Flushing valve; 700, Sterilization component.

[0076] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this application will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0077] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0078] Washing machines typically include a circulating washing mode. After the circulating washing mode ends, the washing water needs to be recycled, which means using a filter cartridge to filter the washing water. However, in the current circulating washing mode of washing machines, the water flow can only be unidirectional, which makes it easy for fine debris to accumulate at the water inlet of the filter cartridge, reducing the flow rate and affecting the filtration effect. In addition, users need to replace the filter cartridge frequently, increasing maintenance work and costs.

[0079] Therefore, this application proposes a cleaning machine 10, which aims to improve the water resource utilization rate of the cleaning machine 10, while reducing the maintenance frequency and cost of the cleaning machine 10 for users.

[0080] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 and 2, the cleaning machine 10 has a circulating washing mode and a rinsing mode. The cleaning machine 10 includes a cleaning body 100, a circulating filter pipe 200, and a control device 300. The cleaning body 100 is used to connect to an external water source and a water-using end. The circulating filter pipe 200 is connected to the cleaning body 100 and is used to draw in used water, filter it, and then circulate it back to the cleaning body 100. When the control device 300 receives a circulating washing command, it controls the cleaning machine 10 to operate in the circulating washing mode. In the circulating washing mode, the circulating filter pipe 200 is used to draw in used water, filter it, and then circulate it back to the cleaning body 100. After determining that the circulating washing mode has ended, it controls the cleaning machine 10 to operate in the rinsing mode to rinse at least the circulating filter pipe 200 of both the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200.

[0081] It is understandable that the cleaning machine 10 can be used as a household appliance or as a commercial appliance. The cleaning machine 10 can have many uses, such as as a shower machine for users to take a bath; it can also be used as a cleaning device for furniture and household items, such as cleaning electrical appliances and furniture products. The specific use is not limited. The dotted arrow in Appendix 1 of the instruction manual indicates the direction of water flow.

[0082] In this embodiment, the cleaning body 100 has an inlet and an outlet. The inlet of the cleaning body 100 is used to connect with an external water source to receive water flowing from the municipal water supply system, i.e., water provided by the municipal water supply system. The water provided by the municipal water supply system can be hot water or room temperature water. When the external water source is hot water from the municipal water supply system, hot water typically refers to water with a temperature between 40 and 80 degrees Celsius. Of course, the specific temperature range of hot water can vary depending on the region, and the specific temperature of hot water is not limited. When the external water source is room temperature water from the municipal water supply system, room temperature water is tap water, typically with a temperature between 10 and 25 degrees Celsius. The specific temperature is affected by the season and environment; in winter, the temperature of room temperature water is lower, and in summer, the temperature of room temperature water is higher. The specific temperature of room temperature water is not limited. The water outlet of the cleaning body 100 is used to connect with the water-using end to deliver the received water to the water-using end. The cleaning body 100 may include a water outlet component 113, which may include, but is not limited to, a faucet, a shower head, etc. Of course, the cleaning body 100 may also not include the water outlet component 113, and users can configure a suitable faucet, shower head, etc. according to their own needs.

[0083] The circulating filter pipe 200 has a water intake end 210 and a connection end 220, with the connection end 220 connected and communicating with the cleaning body 100. The circulating filter pipe 200 has both water intake and filtration functions. Water is drawn in through the water intake end 210 and filtered, ensuring that the water flowing into the cleaning body 100 is clean. The water drawn in through the water intake end 210 can be water used by the cleaning machine 10, such as bath water or water after cleaning equipment. Of course, the water intake end 210 can also draw in used water from other water sources, such as water after using other equipment or rainwater; that is, the source of the used water drawn in through the water intake end 210 is not limited. The water intake end 210 can be located below the cleaning body 100, such as on the floor of an indoor bathroom, or in a separate water storage tank used to store used water. By setting up a circulating filter pipeline 200, the water after use can be recycled, reducing water waste and improving the water utilization rate of the cleaning machine 10, thus enabling the cleaning machine 10 to have water-saving and energy-saving functions.

[0084] The control device 300 may include, but is not limited to, a controller, an MCU, etc. As the control center of the cleaning machine 10, the control device 300 is mainly used to control the cleaning body 100 to deliver water from an external water source to the water-using end, and to control the circulating filter pipe 200 to draw in used water, filter it, and then circulate it back to the cleaning body 100. It should be noted that the cleaning machine 10 has a circulating washing mode and a rinsing mode. The circulating washing mode is triggered by a trigger component 400 installed on the cleaning machine 10. The trigger component 400 may include at least one of a touch key, a physical button, or an infrared sensor key; its specific type is not limited here.

[0085] In practical applications, after the cleaning machine 10 is powered on, when a user has a cleaning need, they can trigger the trigger component 400 on the cleaning machine 10 to send a circulating washing command to the control device 300. According to the received circulating washing command, the control device 300 controls the cleaning machine 10 to operate in circulating washing mode. In circulating washing mode, the control device 300 controls the cleaning body 100 to deliver the received water to the user for cleaning. At the same time, the control device 300 controls the circulating filter pipe 200 to draw in the used water, filter it, and circulate it back to the cleaning body 100. Then, the cleaning body 10 delivers it to the user for cleaning. In this way, the cleaning machine 10 can recycle the used water, reduce water consumption, save water resources, and improve the water resource utilization rate of the cleaning machine 10.

[0086] Because fine particles and other impurities in the used washing water tend to accumulate on the filter element 250 of the circulating filter pipe 200 when filtering the water, this reduces the flow rate of the filter element 250 and affects the filtration effect. Furthermore, to ensure the filtration effect, the user needs to frequently replace the filter element 250, increasing the maintenance work and cost of the cleaning machine 10. Therefore, after the control device 300 determines that the circulating washing mode has ended, the control device 300 controls the cleaning machine 10 to operate in a rinsing mode to rinse at least the circulating filter pipe 200 of both the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200. For example, a first valve body 260 can be installed between the connection end of the circulating filter pipe 200 and the external water source, a second valve body 114 can be installed between the water inlet end of the cleaning body 100 and the external water source, and a third valve body 115 can be installed between the water outlet end and the water consumption end of the cleaning body 100. In flushing mode, the control device 300 controls the first valve body 260 to open and controls the second valve body 114 and the third valve body 115 to close, so that water from the external water source directly enters the circulating filter pipe 200 to flush the circulating filter pipe 200; or, the control device... The control device 300 opens the second valve body 114 and closes the first valve body 260 and the third valve body 115, allowing water from an external source to enter the circulating filter pipe 200 through the cleaning body 100, simultaneously flushing both the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200. Alternatively, the control device 300 opens the first valve body 260 and the second valve body 114 and closes the third valve body 115, allowing water from an external source to enter both the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200, flushing both. Both flushing methods improve the service life of the circulating filter pipe 200, ensure the cleanliness of the water drawn into and circulated to the cleaning body 100, reduce the cost and time of replacing the circulating filter pipe 200, and enhance the applicability of the cleaning machine 10.

[0087] This application also proposes a cleaning machine control device. Referring to Figures 2 and 3, the cleaning machine control device is the control device 300 described above. The specific structure of the control device 300 is as described in the above embodiments. Since the cleaning machine control device 300 adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here.

[0088] The cleaning machine control device may include: a processor 310, such as a CPU, a communication bus, a user interface, a network interface, and a memory 320. The communication bus is used to enable communication between these components. The user interface may include a standard wired interface or a wireless interface. The memory 320 may be a high-speed RAM memory 320 or a stable memory 320, such as a disk storage device 320. The memory 320 may also be a storage device independent of the aforementioned processor 310.

[0089] Based on the above hardware structure, this application also proposes a cleaning machine control method, which aims to improve the water resource utilization rate of the cleaning machine 10, while reducing the maintenance frequency and cost of the cleaning machine 10 for users.

[0090] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 4 and 18, the method includes:

[0091] S100. When a circulating washing command is received, the washing machine is controlled to operate in the circulating washing mode. In the circulating washing mode, the circulating filter pipe is used to draw in the used water and filter it before circulating it to the washing body.

[0092] S200. After determining that the circulating washing mode has ended, control the washing machine to run in rinsing mode to rinse at least the circulating filter pipe of both the washing body and the circulating filter pipe.

[0093] In this embodiment, the washing machine 10 includes multiple operating modes, which may include, but are not limited to, a circulating washing mode and a rinsing mode. To enable switching between the multiple operating modes, the washing machine 10 is provided with a trigger component 400. The trigger component 400 may include at least one of a touch key, a physical button, an infrared sensor key, and a sound control, and is not specifically limited here. The trigger component 400 is electrically connected to the control device 300. When triggered by a user, the trigger component 400 outputs a corresponding trigger command to the control device 300. The control device 300 controls the washing machine 10 to operate in the operating mode corresponding to the received trigger command. For example, when the triggering command output by the triggering component 400 is a circulating washing command, the control device 300 controls the washing machine 10 to operate in circulating washing mode according to the received circulating washing command. In circulating washing mode, the control device 300 controls the washing body 100 to deliver the received water to the water-using end for user washing. At the same time, the control device 300 controls the circulating filter pipe 200 to suck in the used water, filter it, and then circulate it back to the washing body 100, and then deliver it to the water-using end for user washing. In this way, the washing machine 10 can recycle the used water to reduce water consumption, save water resources, and improve the water resource utilization rate of the washing machine 10.

[0094] Because fine particles and other impurities in the used washing water tend to accumulate on the filter element 250 of the circulating filter pipe 200 when filtering the water, this reduces the flow rate of the filter element 250 and affects the filtration effect. Furthermore, to ensure the filtration effect, the user needs to frequently replace the filter element 250, increasing the maintenance work and cost of the cleaning machine 10. Therefore, after the control device 300 determines that the circulating washing mode has ended, the control device 300 controls the cleaning machine 10 to operate in a rinsing mode to rinse at least the circulating filter pipe 200 of both the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200. For example, a first valve body 260 can be installed between the connection end of the circulating filter pipe 200 and the external water source, a second valve body 114 can be installed between the water inlet end of the cleaning body 100 and the external water source, and a third valve body 115 can be installed between the water outlet end and the water consumption end of the cleaning body 100. In flushing mode, the control device 300 controls the first valve body 260 to open and controls the second valve body 114 and the third valve body 115 to close, so that water from the external water source directly enters the circulating filter pipe 200 to flush the circulating filter pipe 200; or, the control device... The control device 300 opens the second valve body 114 and closes the first valve body 260 and the third valve body 115, allowing water from an external source to enter the circulating filter pipe 200 through the cleaning body 100, simultaneously flushing both the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200. Alternatively, the control device 300 opens the first valve body 260 and the second valve body 114 and closes the third valve body 115, allowing water from an external source to enter both the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200, flushing both. Both flushing methods improve the service life of the circulating filter pipe 200, ensure the cleanliness of the water drawn into and circulated to the cleaning body 100, reduce the cost and time of replacing the circulating filter pipe 200, and enhance the applicability of the cleaning machine 10.

[0095] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 5 and 18, the circulating filter pipeline 200 includes a circulating pump 240, and the washing machine 10 further includes a drain pipeline 500 connected to the circulating filter pipeline 200; the washing machine 10 also has a drain mode, and after the step of determining the end of the circulating washing mode, the method further includes:

[0096] S201. Obtain the number of times the circulating pump is started in the circulating washing mode;

[0097] It should be noted that the circulating filtration pipeline 200 may include a circulating pipe 230, a circulating pump 240 mounted on the circulating pipe 230, and a filter element 250. The circulating pump 240 controls the circulating pipe 230 to draw in used washing water and deliver it to the filter element 250 for filtration, and then delivers the filtered water to the cleaning body 100. Each time the circulating pump 240 is started, it controls the circulating pipe 230 to draw in used washing water and deliver it to the filter element 250 for filtration. As the number of times the circulating pump 240 is started increases, the volume of used washing water delivered from the circulating pipe 230 to the filter element 250 increases. Since the used washing water carries impurities, the increased volume of used washing water means that the volume of impurities accumulated in the filter element 250 will also increase. Therefore, the volume of impurities accumulated in the filter element 250 can be determined by obtaining the number of times the circulating pump 240 is started in the circulating washing mode.

[0098] S202a. When the number of times the circulating pump starts in the circulating washing mode reaches the preset number of starts, control the washing machine to run in the rinsing mode.

[0099] S202b. When the number of times the circulating pump is started in the circulating washing mode does not reach the preset number of starts, the washing machine is controlled to operate in the drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the water in the washing body and the circulating filter pipe flows out through the drainage pipe.

[0100] It should be noted that the preset number of starts X is obtained through experiments and pre-stored in the control device 300. It characterizes the maximum number of starts required to accumulate the maximum impurity capacity in the filter element 250 under circulating washing mode. The value of the preset number of starts X is set according to the type of filter element 250. For example, if the filter element 250 is a reverse osmosis membrane, which has a higher flux, the preset number of starts X is set to a larger value; if the filter element 250 is an activated carbon filter, which has a lower flux compared to a reverse osmosis membrane, the preset number of starts X is set to a smaller value. Therefore, when the type of filter element 250 changes, the value of the preset number of starts X will change accordingly. Other cases are similar and will not be repeated here.

[0101] In this embodiment, after obtaining the number of times the circulating pump 240 is started in the circulating washing mode, the amount of impurities accumulated in the filter element 250 at this time can be calculated from the obtained number of starts. For example, this application tests the cleaning machine 10 and obtains a preset number of starts X of 10 times. When the obtained number of starts reaches the preset number of starts X, that is, when the obtained number of starts is greater than or equal to 10 times, for example, when the obtained number of starts is 11 times, the control device 300 determines that the amount of impurities accumulated in the filter element 250 has reached the maximum amount of impurities that the filter element 250 can withstand. The filter element 250 is blocked by impurities, and the flow rate is affected. It is necessary to rinse the filter element 250. The control device 300 controls the cleaning machine 10 to operate in the rinsing mode to at least clean the circulating filter pipe 200 in both the main body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200. Rinsing is performed to increase the flow rate of filter element 250, extend its service life, ensure the cleanliness of water drawn into and circulated to the cleaning body 100, reduce the cost and time of replacing filter element 250, and improve the applicability of the cleaning machine 10. When the number of starts is less than the preset number of starts X, i.e., less than 10 starts, the control device 300 determines that the user's cleaning time is short, the amount of impurities accumulated in filter element 250 is small, the filter element 250 is not yet blocked by impurities, the flow rate is not affected, and there is no need to rinse it. However, in order to ensure that the cleaning machine 10 is dry after use and to avoid bacterial growth, the control device 300 will control the cleaning machine 10 to operate in drainage mode, so that the water in the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipeline 200 is discharged out through the drainage pipeline 500, so that the pipeline of the cleaning machine 10 can remain dry when not in use, ensuring the cleanliness of the cleaning machine 10.

[0102] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 6 and 18, the cleaning machine 10 further includes a drain pipe 500 connected to the circulating filter pipe 200, and the cleaning machine 10 also has a drain mode.

[0103] The method further includes:

[0104] S300: Upon receiving a water shut-off command or after a fourth preset running time without receiving a water shut-off command, the system determines that water use has ended and controls the cleaning machine to operate in drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the water in the cleaning body and the circulating filter pipe flows out through the drainage pipe.

[0105] S400: Obtain the number of times the cleaning machine drains water;

[0106] S500, in response to a trigger command that the number of times the cleaning machine drains water reaches a preset number of times, controls the cleaning machine to operate in rinsing mode.

[0107] Understandably, the washing machine 10 also includes a regular washing mode, in which the washing unit 100 outputs washing water to the water-using end. The water-using command may include either a regular washing command or a circulating washing command. Both the regular washing command and the circulating washing command are triggered by a triggering component 400 located on the washing machine 10 and fed back to the control device 300.

[0108] After the washing machine 10 is powered on, when a user needs to wash the machine, they can trigger the trigger component 400 on the washing machine 10. The trigger component 400 then sends a regular washing command to the control device 300, putting the washing machine 10 into regular washing mode and initiating a single wash cycle. In regular washing mode, the control device 300 controls the washing unit 100 to output washing water to the user's end for washing. If the washing machine 10 receives a circulating washing command in regular washing mode, it can switch from regular washing mode to circulating washing mode. Similarly, if the washing machine 10 receives a regular washing command in circulating washing mode, it can switch from circulating washing mode to regular washing mode.

[0109] During a single wash cycle, if the user does not activate the circulating wash mode of the washing machine 10, and the washing machine 10 only operates in the regular wash mode, it indicates that the main washing unit 100 is working, but the circulating filter pipe 200 is not working. The circulating filter pipe 200 does not draw in any wash water, and remains clean. In this case, if the washing machine 10 receives a water shut-off command or, after running in the regular wash mode for a fourth preset running time t4, does not receive a circulating wash command, it determines that the water use has ended and controls the washing machine 10 to operate in drainage mode. In drainage mode, the water in the main washing unit 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200 flows out through the drainage pipe 500, ensuring that the pipes of the washing machine 10 remain dry when not in use, thus guaranteeing the cleanliness of the washing machine 10.

[0110] Alternatively, if the user activates both the regular washing mode and the circulating washing mode of the washing machine 10 during a single wash, it indicates that the circulating filter pipe 200 is also working while the main washing unit 100 is working. Because the circulating filter pipe 200 draws in the water after washing, the filter element 250 on it may accumulate fine debris and other impurities, reducing the flow rate of the filter element 250 and affecting the filtration effect. In this situation, the washing machine 10 receives a water shut-off command, or after running for the fourth preset running time t4 in the normal washing mode, it does not receive a circulating washing command, or after running for the fourth preset running time t4 in the circulating washing mode, it does not receive a normal washing command. Upon determining that the water usage has ended, the washing machine 10 is controlled to execute the rinsing mode and the drainage mode sequentially according to the fourth preset running time t4. In the rinsing mode, water from an external water source or water from the water storage container 120 can be used to rinse at least the circulating filter pipe 200 of both the washing body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200. This improves the service life of the circulating filter pipe 200, ensures the cleanliness of the water drawn into and circulated to the washing body 100, reduces the cost and time of replacing the circulating filter pipe 200, and improves the applicability of the washing machine 10. After determining that the rinsing mode has ended, the washing machine 10 is controlled to operate in the drainage mode. In the drainage mode, water in the washing body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200 flows out through the drainage pipe 500, allowing the pipes of the washing machine 10 to remain dry when not in use, thus ensuring the cleanliness of the washing machine 10.

[0111] Based on the above, it can be understood that during a single wash cycle, the circulating washing mode of the washing machine 10 may be inactive. Once the circulating washing mode is inactive, the circulating filter pipe 200 remains inactive, and impurities from the outside may gradually accumulate on it. Even after multiple washes, if the circulating washing mode is still inactive, the accumulated impurities on the circulating filter pipe 200 will increase, eventually exceeding its capacity after a certain number of washes. Since the impurities on the circulating filter pipe 200 increase with the number of washes by the washing machine 10 when the circulating washing mode is inactive, the impurity capacity on the circulating filter pipe 200 can be determined by the number of washes by the washing machine 10. Since the drain pipe 500 drains water once per wash cycle by the washing machine 10, the impurity capacity on the circulating filter pipe 200 can be indirectly determined by the number of drains. It should be noted that the preset number of drains is pre-stored in the control device 300 and represents the maximum impurity capacity that the circulating filter pipe 200 can withstand when the circulating washing mode is inactive. After washing is completed, the control device 300 acquires the number of times the washing machine 10 drains water and compares this number with a preset number of times. When the acquired number of times of drainage reaches the preset number of times, for example, when the preset number of times of drainage is 10, the acquired number of times of drainage may be 10, 11, or 12, etc. In response to the trigger command that the number of times the washing machine 10 drains water has reached the preset number of times of drainage, the control device 300 controls the washing machine 10 to operate in a rinsing mode. In the rinsing mode, water from an external water source or water from the water storage container 120 can be used to rinse at least the rinsing body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200. This can improve the service life of the circulating filter pipe 200, ensure the cleanliness of the water drawn into and circulated to the washing body 100 by the circulating filter pipe 200 when the washing machine 10 is used next time, reduce the cost and time of replacing the circulating filter pipe 200, and improve the applicability of the washing machine 10.

[0112] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 and 2, the cleaning body 100 includes a cleaning pipeline 110 and a water storage container 120 that is connected to the cleaning pipeline 110 and the circulating filter pipeline 200 respectively.

[0113] In the circulating washing mode, the circulating filter pipe 200 is used to draw in the used water, filter it, and then circulate it to the water storage container 120, and then deliver it to the water user via the cleaning pipe 110.

[0114] In the rinsing mode, the water in the water storage container 120 is used to rinse at least one of the cleaning pipes 110 and the circulating filter pipe 200.

[0115] In this embodiment, the water storage container 120 is connected to an external water source to receive and store water flowing from the municipal water supply system. By providing the water storage container 120, water from an external water source can be stored, facilitating the operation of the cleaning machine 10. In one embodiment, the water storage container 120 includes a first water chamber 121 and a second water chamber 122. The first water chamber 121 of the water storage container 120 is connected to an external hot water source to receive and store hot water flowing from the municipal water supply system. The second water chamber 122 of the water storage container 120 is connected to an external ambient temperature water source to receive and store ambient temperature water flowing from the municipal water supply system.

[0116] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 and 2, the cleaning body 100 further includes a mixing valve 130. The mixing valve 130 can be located outside the water storage container 120, or it can be located on the water storage container 120. The specific installation location is not limited, as long as the mixing valve 130 can communicate with the first water chamber 121 and the second water chamber 122 respectively. The mixing valve 130 can be a mechanical thermostatic valve or an electronic thermostatic valve, which can be set according to needs and is not limited here. By setting the mixing valve 130, the hot water in the first water chamber 121 and the room temperature water in the second water chamber 122 can be mixed according to the user's water temperature requirements. Furthermore, it should be noted that the cleaning pipe 110 is connected to the mixing valve 130 to deliver the water mixed by the mixing valve 130 to the user for cleaning purposes; the circulating filter pipe 200 can be integrated into the water storage container 120, or it can be located outside the water storage container 120, provided that the connection end 220 of the circulating filter pipe 200 is connected to the second water chamber 122. With this configuration, the circulating filter pipe 200 can draw in used water through the suction end 210 and filter it, ensuring that the water flowing into the second water chamber 122 is clean water.

[0117] Based on the above embodiments, to achieve rinsing of the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200, the cleaning machine 10 also includes a rinsing pipe 600. The rinsing pipe 600 is used to rinse the circulating filter pipe 200 in both the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipe 200, to at least ensure that the circulating filter pipe 200 is not blocked, extend its service life, ensure its efficient filtration capacity, guarantee the quality of the filtered water delivered to the second water chamber 122, and reduce the cost and time of replacing the circulating filter pipe 200, thus lowering maintenance costs. Furthermore, the rinsing pipe 600 can be connected in many ways, such as, but not limited to, connecting the rinsing pipe 600 to the water storage container 120 and the circulating filter pipe 200, or connecting the rinsing pipe 600 to the cleaning pipe 110 and the circulating filter pipe 200, etc. Specific connection methods will be described in detail later and will not be repeated here.

[0118] When the control device 300 controls the cleaning machine 10 to operate in the circulating washing mode, the control device 300 controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to open, the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipeline 200 operate, the used water is drawn in through the circulating filter pipeline 200 and filtered, and then circulated to the second water chamber 122 of the water storage container 120. The water in the first water chamber 121 and / or the second water chamber 122 flows sequentially through the mixing valve 130 and the cleaning pipeline 110 and then flows to the water-using end for user cleaning. When the control device 300 controls the cleaning machine 10 to operate in the rinsing mode, the control device 300 controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to open, the cleaning body 100 is opened, the circulating filter pipeline 200 is closed, and the water in the first water chamber 121 and / or the second water chamber 122 flows sequentially through the mixing valve 130, the cleaning pipeline 110, the rinsing pipeline 600 and the filter element 250 and then is discharged.

[0119] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 to 3, the cleaning pipeline 110 includes a cleaning pipe 111 and a washing pump 112 disposed on the cleaning pipe 111. One end of the cleaning pipe 111 is connected to the water storage container 120, and the other end of the cleaning pipe 111 is used to connect to the water consumption end. It is understood that by providing the washing pump 112, the water mixed by the mixing valve 130 can be pumped along the cleaning pipe 111 to the water consumption end to provide a strong water flow and improve the cleaning capacity of the cleaning machine 10. Furthermore, a water outlet component 113 can be installed at the water outlet end of the cleaning pipe 111 for user convenience.

[0120] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 to 3, the circulating filtration pipeline 200 includes a circulating pipe 230 communicating with the water storage container 120, a circulating pump 240 disposed on the circulating pipe 230, and a filter element 250. It is understood that the circulating pipe 230 has the suction end 210 and the connection end 220. When the circulating pump 240 is running, the motor or other power source of the circulating pump 240 drives the impeller inside the pump body to rotate. The rotation of the impeller creates a negative pressure at the suction end 210, drawing used water into the pump body. After the water passes through the high-speed rotation of the impeller, its kinetic and pressure energy increases, and it is pumped into the second water chamber 122. Furthermore, the water drawn in by the circulation pump 240 can also flow through the filter element 250 for filtration. The types of filter element 250 include, but are not limited to, activated carbon filters, reverse osmosis membranes, ceramic filters, etc. The filter element 250 can remove impurities, pollutants, microorganisms, bacteria and viruses from the water to purify the water, so that the water flowing into the second water chamber 122 is clean water.

[0121] Based on the above hardware structure, referring to Figures 7 and 18, the steps of S100 specifically include:

[0122] S110. Control the operation of the washing pump and the circulation pump so that the used water is drawn in through the circulation pipe, filtered by the filter element, flows into the water storage container, and flows to the water-using end through the cleaning pipe.

[0123] Understandably, the control device 300 is electrically connected to the mixing valve 130, the washing pump 112, and the circulation pump 240, respectively, and is mainly used to control the opening degree of the mixing valve 130, as well as to control the opening or closing of the washing pump 112 and the circulation pump 240.

[0124] In this embodiment, the circulating washing mode is a water-saving and energy-saving mode in which the washing machine 10 sucks in the used water. After receiving the circulating washing command, the control device 300 controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to open, controls the washing pump 112 to run, and controls the circulating pump 240 to run, so that the washing machine 10 is in the circulating washing mode. In the circulating washing mode, the external hot water source provides hot water to the first water chamber 121, the external ambient temperature water source provides ambient temperature water to the second water chamber 122, and / or the circulating filter pipe 200 sucks in the used water, filters it, and circulates it to the second water chamber 122. The mixing valve 130 mixes the hot water and the ambient temperature water, and the mixed water is pumped to the water-using end by the washing pump 112 for the user to use for washing.

[0125] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 to 3, the circulating filtration pipeline 200 includes a circulating pipe 230, a circulating pump 240, a filter element 250, and a first valve body 260. The circulating pipe 230 has a water intake end 210 and a connecting end 220, the connecting end 220 being connected to the water storage container 120. The circulating pump 240 is disposed on the circulating pipe 230 between the water intake end 210 and the connecting end 220. The filter element 250 is disposed on the circulating pipe 230 between the connecting end 220 and the circulating pump 240. The first valve body 260 is disposed on the circulating pipe 230 between the connecting end 220 and the filter element 250, and is located at the lower end of the water storage container 120.

[0126] Based on the above hardware structure, referring to Figures 8 to 9 and Figure 18, the steps of S200 specifically include:

[0127] S210A: Control the circulation pump to not operate, and open the first valve body to allow water in the water storage container to flow through the first valve body to the filter element and / or the circulation pump;

[0128] Alternatively, in S210B, the circulating pump is controlled to run in reverse, and the first valve body is opened so that water in the water storage container flows through the first valve body to the filter and / or the circulating pump.

[0129] Understandably, the control device 300 is electrically connected to the circulating pump 240 and the first valve body 260 respectively, and is mainly used to control the opening or closing of the circulating pump 240 and the first valve body 260.

[0130] In this embodiment, the rinsing mode is the mode in which the cleaning machine 10 uses clean water to rinse the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipeline 200, so as to at least rinse away the contaminants on the filter element 250 of the circulating filter pipeline 200. After the control device 300 determines that the circulating washing mode has ended, it controls the circulating pump 240 to stop running and controls the first valve body 260 to open, so that the washing machine 10 is in the rinsing mode. In the rinsing mode, the water in the water storage container 120 can flow through the first valve body 260 under the action of gravity to the filter element 250 and / or the circulating pump 240 to rinse the filter element 250 and / or the circulating pump 240; or, after the control device 300 determines that the circulating washing mode has ended, it controls the circulating pump 240 to run in reverse and controls the first valve body 260 to open, so that the washing machine 10 is in the rinsing mode. In the rinsing mode, the water in the water storage container 120 can flow through the first valve body 260 under the combined action of gravity and the circulating pump 240 to the filter element 250 and / or the circulating pump 240 to rinse the filter element 250 and / or the circulating pump 240. The above rinsing method can improve the service life of filter element 250 and / or circulation pump 240, ensure that clean water can be delivered to water storage container 120 when the circulation filter pipeline 200 is used again, ensure the cleanliness of the delivered water, reduce the cost and time of replacing filter element 250, and improve the applicability of cleaning machine 10.

[0131] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 to 3, the cleaning pipeline 110 includes a cleaning pipe 111 and a washing pump 112 disposed on the cleaning pipe 111. One end of the cleaning pipe 111 is connected to the water storage container 120, and the other end of the cleaning pipe 111 is used to connect to the water supply end.

[0132] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 to 3, the circulating filtration pipeline 200 includes a circulating pipe 230, a circulating pump 240, a filter element 250, and a first valve body 260. The circulating pipe 230 has a water intake end 210 and a connecting end 220, the connecting end 220 being connected to the water storage container 120. The circulating pump 240 is disposed on the circulating pipe 230 between the water intake end 210 and the connecting end 220. The filter element 250 is disposed on the circulating pipe 230 between the connecting end 220 and the circulating pump 240. The first valve body 260 is disposed on the circulating pipe 230 between the connecting end 220 and the filter element 250, and is located at the lower end of the water storage container 120.

[0133] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 to 3, the cleaning machine 10 further includes a rinsing pipeline 600, which includes a rinsing pipe 610 and a rinsing valve 620. One end of the rinsing pipe 610 is connected to the circulation pipe 230 between the connecting end 220 and the filter element 250, and the other end of the rinsing pipe 610 is connected to the cleaning pipe 111. The rinsing valve 620 is disposed on the rinsing pipe 610. This arrangement makes full use of the circulation pipe 230 and the cleaning pipe 111, which helps to shorten the length of the rinsing pipe 610, thereby reducing material costs and improving the structural compactness of the cleaning machine 10. The rinsing valve 620 includes, but is not limited to, a solenoid valve, and is disposed on the rinsing pipe 610 to control the opening and closing of the rinsing pipe 610. When it is necessary to rinse the filter element 250, the rinsing valve 620 can be opened by the control device 300; when it is not necessary to rinse the filter element 250, the rinsing valve 620 can be closed by the control device 300.

[0134] Based on the above hardware structure, referring to Figures 10 to 14 and Figure 18, step S200 further includes:

[0135] S210C: Control the washing pump to run, the circulation pump to not run, control the flushing valve to open, and the first valve body to close, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the flushing valve to the filter element and / or the circulation pump;

[0136] Alternatively, S210D controls the washing pump to run while the circulation pump does not run, controls the flushing valve to open, and the first valve body to open, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the flushing valve and the first valve body respectively and then flows to the filter element and / or the circulation pump;

[0137] Alternatively, in S210E, the washing pump is controlled to operate, the circulation pump is controlled to operate in reverse, the flushing valve is controlled to open, and the first valve body is opened, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the flushing valve and the first valve body respectively and then flows to the filter element and / or the circulation pump;

[0138] Alternatively, S210F controls the washing pump to not operate, the circulation pump to not operate, controls the flushing valve to close, and the first valve body to open, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the first valve body to the filter element and / or the circulation pump;

[0139] Alternatively, S210G controls the washing pump to not operate, the circulation pump to operate in reverse, controls the flushing valve to close, and the first valve body to open, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the first valve body to the filter element and / or the circulation pump.

[0140] Understandably, the control device 300 is electrically connected to the mixing valve 130, the washing pump 112, the circulation pump 240, the first valve body 260, and the flushing valve 620, respectively, and is mainly used to control the opening degree of the mixing valve 130, as well as to control the opening or closing of the washing pump 112, the circulation pump 240, the first valve body 260, and the flushing valve 620.

[0141] In this embodiment, the rinsing mode refers to the mode in which the cleaning machine 10 uses clean water to rinse the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipeline 200, so as to at least rinse away the contaminants on the filter element 250 of the circulating filter pipeline 200. After the control device 300 determines that the circulating washing mode has ended, it controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to open, controls the washing pump 112 to run, controls the circulating pump 240 to stop running, controls the rinsing valve 620 to open, and controls the first valve body 260 to close, so that the cleaning machine 10 is in the rinsing mode. In the rinsing mode, an external hot water source provides hot water to the first water chamber 121 and / or an external ambient temperature water source provides ambient temperature water to the second water chamber 122. The hot water and ambient temperature water are mixed and flow through the mixing valve 130, and then through the washing pump 112 and the rinsing valve 620 to clean the filter element 250 and / or the circulating filter pipeline 200. The circulator pump 240 performs rinsing; or, after the control device 300 determines that the circulating washing mode has ended, it controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to open, controls the washing pump 112 to run, controls the circulator pump 240 to stop running, controls the rinsing valve 620 to open, and controls the first valve body 260 to open, so that the washing machine 10 is in rinsing mode. In rinsing mode, an external hot water source provides hot water to the first water chamber 121 and / or an external ambient temperature water source provides ambient temperature water to the second water chamber 122. The hot water and ambient temperature water are mixed and flow through the mixing valve 130, then through the washing pump 112 and the rinsing valve 620. After the filter element 250 and / or circulation pump 240 are rinsed, water in the second water chamber 122 can flow through the first valve body 260 under the action of gravity to the filter element 250 and / or circulation pump 240 to rinse the filter element 250 and / or circulation pump 240; or, after the control device 300 determines that the circulating washing mode has ended, it controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to open, controls the washing pump 112 to run, controls the circulation pump 240 to run in reverse, controls the rinsing valve 620 to open, and controls the first valve body 260 to open, so that the washing machine 10 is in a state of... In the flushing mode, an external hot water source supplies hot water to the first water chamber 121 and / or an external ambient temperature water source supplies ambient temperature water to the second water chamber 122. The hot water and ambient temperature water are mixed and flow through the mixing valve 130, then through the washing pump 112 and the flushing valve 620 to flush the filter element 250 and / or the circulation pump 240. At the same time, the water in the second water chamber 122 can flow through the first valve body 260 to the filter element 250 and / or the circulation pump 240 under the combined action of gravity and the circulation pump 240 to flush the filter element 250 and / or the circulation pump 240.Alternatively, after the control device 300 determines that the circulating washing mode has ended, it controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to close, the washing pump 112 to stop running, the circulating pump 240 to stop running, the rinsing valve 620 to close, and the first valve body 260 to open, so that the washing machine 10 is in rinsing mode. In rinsing mode, an external hot water source provides hot water to the first water chamber 121 and / or an external ambient temperature water source provides ambient temperature water to the second water chamber 122. The water in the second water chamber 122 can flow through the first valve body 260 under the action of gravity to the filter element 250 and / or the circulating pump 240 to rinse the filter element 250 and / or the circulating pump 240; or, control After the device 300 determines that the circulating washing mode has ended, it controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to close, the washing pump 112 to stop running, the circulating pump 240 to reverse, the flushing valve 620 to close, and the first valve body 260 to open, so that the washing machine 10 is in the flushing mode. In the flushing mode, an external hot water source provides hot water to the first water chamber 121 and / or an external ambient temperature water source provides ambient temperature water to the second water chamber 122. The water in the second water chamber 122 can flow through the first valve body 260 to the filter element 250 and / or the circulating pump 240 under the combined action of gravity and the circulating pump 240, thus flushing the filter element 250 and / or the circulating pump 240. Through the above flushing method, the service life of the filter element 250 and / or the circulating pump 240 can be improved, ensuring that clean water can be delivered to the water storage container 120 when the circulating filter pipeline 200 is used again. This ensures the cleanliness of the delivered water, reduces the cost and time of replacing the filter element 250, and improves the applicability of the washing machine 10. ;

[0142] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 15 and 18, after step S210C, the method further includes:

[0143] S220. Obtain the running time of the flushing valve;

[0144] It should be noted that the running time of the flushing valve 620 refers to the flushing duration of the washer 10 in flushing mode. The running time of the flushing valve 620 can be obtained by sensing with a timing unit. To ensure more accurate values, the timing unit is generally the timing unit on the control device 300. The timing unit may include, but is not limited to, timers or other time-keeping devices. The control device 300 is directly electrically connected to the flushing valve 620. In this case, the error in the obtained running time is smaller and more accurate.

[0145] S230. When the running time of the flushing valve reaches the first preset running time, control the circulation pump to run in reverse so that the water in the water storage container flows sequentially through the flushing valve and the filter to the circulation pump to flush the circulation pump.

[0146] It should be noted that the first preset running time t1 is obtained from experiments and pre-stored in the control device 300. It is used to characterize the running time during which the filter element 250 of the circulating filter pipeline 200 has been cleaned by the clean water in the water storage container when the flushing valve 620 is in flushing mode. The value of the first preset running time t1 is set according to the type of filter element 250, because different filter elements 250 have different structures, and the time required for them to be cleaned is different.

[0147] In this embodiment, after obtaining the running time of the flushing valve 620, the degree of cleanliness of the filter element 250 at this time can be calculated from the obtained running time. For example, this application conducts an experiment on the cleaning machine 10 and obtains a first preset running time t1 of 10s. When the acquired runtime reaches the first preset runtime t1, that is, when the acquired runtime is greater than or equal to 10s, for example, when the acquired runtime is 11s, the control device 300 determines that the filter element 250 has been rinsed clean, the impurities on the filter element 250 have been largely removed, and the flow rate is no longer greatly affected. In this case, in order to ensure the cleanliness of the circulation pump 240, the control device 300 controls the circulation pump 240 to reverse, so that the clean water in the water storage container 120 flows through the mixing valve 130, and then through the washing pump 112, the flushing valve 620 and the filter element 250 to flush the pump body and its diaphragm of the circulation pump 240. The water after flushing the circulation pump 240 is discharged outward, thereby simultaneously rinsing the filter element 250 and the circulation pump 240 clean. In this way, the service life of the filter element 250 and the circulation pump 240 can be improved simultaneously, and the cleanliness of the water delivered to the second water chamber 122 by the circulation filter pipeline 200 can be improved.

[0148] It is understandable that after the cleaning machine 10 finishes cleaning, water remains in the first water chamber 121 and the second water chamber 122 of the water storage container 120, and water also remains in the cleaning pipe 111 of the cleaning pipeline 110. If the cleaning machine 10 is not used for a long time, the water remaining in the water chambers and pipes is prone to bacterial growth and corrosion of the container and pipes, thereby affecting the service life of the cleaning machine 10. In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 to 3, the cleaning machine 10 also includes a drain pipe 500 connected to the circulating filter pipeline 200, and the cleaning machine 10 also has a drain mode. The drain mode is the mode in which the cleaning machine 10 discharges the remaining water after use. In the drain mode, the remaining water in the first water chamber 121 and the second water chamber 122 of the water storage container 120 flows into the cleaning pipeline 110, the water in the cleaning pipeline 110 flows into the circulating filter pipeline 200 along the rinsing pipeline 600, and the water in the circulating filter pipeline 200 is discharged outward along the drain pipe 500.

[0149] Based on the above hardware structure, referring to Figures 15 and 18, after step S230, the method further includes:

[0150] S240. When the running time of the flushing valve reaches the second preset running time, the cleaning machine is controlled to operate in the drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the water in the water storage container, the cleaning pipe, the circulation pipe and the flushing pipe flows outward through the drainage pipe. The second preset running time is greater than the first preset running time.

[0151] It should be noted that the second preset running time t2 is obtained through experiments and pre-stored in the control device. It is used to characterize the running time during which the flushing valve 620, in flushing mode, has been flushed clean by the clean water in the water storage container 120. The second preset running time t2 is greater than the first preset running time t1. The value of the second preset running time t2 is set according to the type of filter element 250 and circulation pump 240, as shown in the above embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0152] In this embodiment, after obtaining the running time of the flushing valve 620, the degree of cleanliness of the filter element 250 and the circulation pump 240 can be calculated from the obtained running time. For example, this application conducts an experiment on the cleaning machine 10 and obtains a second preset running time t2 of 15s. When the obtained running time reaches the second preset running time t2, that is, when the obtained running time is greater than or equal to 15s, for example, when the obtained running time is 16s, the control device determines that the filter element 250 has been flushed clean, and the pump body and diaphragm of the circulation pump 240 have also been flushed clean. In this case, in order to avoid the growth of bacteria due to residual moisture in the water chamber and pipes after the cleaning machine 10 has not been used for a long time, the control device controls the cleaning machine 10 to operate in drainage mode. For example, in drainage mode, the control device 300 controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to open, controls the cleaning body 100 and the circulating filter pipeline 200 to stop operating, and controls the flushing pipeline 600 and the drainage pipeline 500 to open, so that water in the water storage container 120, cleaning pipeline 111, circulating pipeline 230 and flushing pipeline 610 can be discharged to the outside through the drainage pipeline 500. The cleaning machine 10 drains water in drainage mode, which can prevent bacteria from growing inside the cleaning machine 10 and improve the reliability of the cleaning machine 10.

[0153] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 to 3, the drainage pipeline 500 includes a drainage pipe 510 and a drainage valve 520. One end of the drainage pipe 510 is connected to the circulation pipe 230, and the other end of the drainage pipe 510 is used to drain water outward. The drainage valve 520 is provided on the drainage pipe 510.

[0154] Based on the above hardware structure, referring to Figures 16 and 18, the steps for controlling the cleaning machine to operate in drainage mode specifically include:

[0155] S241. Control the washing pump and the circulation pump to stop operating, and control the flushing valve and the drain valve to open, so that the water in the water storage container, the cleaning pipe, the circulation pipe and the flushing pipe flows out through the drain pipe.

[0156] In this embodiment, after the control device 300 determines that the rinsing mode has ended, it controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to open, controls the washing pump 112 to stop running, controls the circulation pump 240 to stop running, controls the rinsing valve 620 to open, and controls the drain valve 520 to open, so that the cleaning machine 10 is in the draining mode. For example, in the draining mode, the remaining water in the first water chamber 121 and the second water chamber 122 flows into the cleaning pipe 111, the water in the cleaning pipe 111 flows into the circulation pipe 230 along the rinsing pipe 610, and the water in the circulation pipe 230 is discharged outward along the drain pipe 510. The cleaning machine 10 drains water outward in the draining mode, which can prevent the growth of bacteria and improve the reliability of the cleaning machine 10.

[0157] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 17 and 18, the washing machine 10 further has a standby mode; before the step of controlling the washing machine to operate in the circulating washing mode when a circulating washing command is received, the method further includes:

[0158] S10. After the cleaning machine is powered on, control the cleaning machine to run in standby mode.

[0159] In this embodiment, after the cleaning machine 10 is powered on, the outlet of the mixing valve 130 is closed, the washing pump 112 is not running, the circulation pump 240 is not running, the rinsing valve 620 is closed, and the drain valve 520 is closed, so that the cleaning machine 10 is in standby mode. For example, in standby mode, hot water from an external hot water source enters the first water chamber 121, and room temperature water from an external ambient temperature water source enters the second water chamber 122 to back up the water to be used for cleaning.

[0160] In one embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 17 and 18, the washing machine 10 further has a conventional washing mode; before the step of controlling the washing machine to operate in the circulating washing mode upon receiving a circulating washing command, the method further includes:

[0161] S20. When a regular washing instruction is received, the washing machine is controlled to operate in the regular washing mode, and the main washing unit is controlled to output washing water.

[0162] S30. After running for the third preset duration in the normal washing mode, control the washing machine to run in the circulating washing mode.

[0163] In this embodiment, when the control device 300 receives a regular washing command in standby mode, it controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to open, controls the washing pump 112 to run, controls the circulation pump 240 to stop running, controls the rinsing valve 620 to close, and controls the drain valve 520 to close, so that the washing machine 10 is in regular washing mode. For example, in regular washing mode, an external hot water source provides hot water to the first water chamber 121, and an external ambient temperature water source provides ambient temperature water to the second water chamber 122. The mixing valve 130 mixes the hot water and ambient temperature water at a preset temperature, and the mixed water is pumped to the water-using end by the washing pump 112 for user washing.

[0164] It should be noted that the third preset running time t3 is obtained through experiments and pre-stored in the control device 300, used to characterize the running time of the washing machine 10 in the normal washing mode. After the washing machine 10 runs for the third preset running time t3 in the normal washing mode, the control device 300 controls the outlet of the mixing valve 130 to open, controls the washing pump 112 to run, and controls the circulation pump 240 to run, so that the washing machine 10 is in the circulating washing mode. The working process of the circulating washing mode can be referred to the above embodiment, and will not be repeated here.

[0165] In one embodiment of this application, referring to FIG1, the water storage container 120 includes a first float assembly 1201 and a second float assembly 1202. The first float assembly 1201 is disposed in the first water cavity 121 for detecting the water level of the first water cavity 121; the second float assembly 1202 is disposed in the second water cavity 122 for detecting the water level of the second water cavity 122.

[0166] It is understood that the first water chamber 121 has a first opening, and the first float assembly 1201 is located at the first opening to detect the water level in the first water chamber 121; correspondingly, the second water chamber 122 has a second opening, and the second float assembly 1202 is located at the second opening to detect the water level in the second water chamber 122. The structures of the first float assembly 1201 and the second float assembly 1202 can be the same or different, and are not specifically limited here. In this application, the structures of the first float assembly 1201 and the second float assembly 1202 are the same. The first float assembly 1201 includes a float and a level gauge. The level gauge is horizontally disposed at the first opening of the first water chamber 121. One end of the float is hinged to the level gauge, and the other end of the float is rotatably disposed relative to the level gauge. When the water level in the first water chamber 121 changes, the other end of the float floats with the change in water level. The float contains a magnetic component, and the level gauge has a reed switch. The float moves the magnetic component up and down, and the reed switch continuously senses the float's position changes. When the water level in the first water chamber 121 drops, the float and magnet drop together with the liquid level, the magnet moves away from the reed switch, and the reed switch is triggered to send a signal corresponding to the water level. When the water level in the first water chamber 121 rises, the float and magnet rise together with the liquid level, the magnet approaches the reed switch, causing the reed switch to close, and sending a signal corresponding to the water level. This configuration enables the detection of the water level in the first water chamber 121. Of course, the float can also achieve its monitoring or control function by combining it with other components. For example, when a touch sensor, light sensor, or touch switch is installed at a certain water level, the water level can also be monitored by the up and down movement of the float.

[0167] In one embodiment of this application, referring to FIG1, the second float assembly 1202 includes a first sub-float assembly 1203 and a second sub-float assembly 1204 disposed in the second water chamber 122. The first sub-float assembly 1203 is disposed above the second sub-float assembly 1204 and spaced apart from the second sub-float assembly 1204. The washing machine 10 further includes a control device 300, which is electrically connected to the first sub-float assembly 1203 and the second sub-float assembly 1204. In the circulating washing mode, the control device 300 is used to maintain the water level of the second water chamber 122 between the first sub-float assembly 1203 and the second sub-float assembly 1204 according to the water level detection signals of the first sub-float assembly 1203 and the second sub-float assembly 1204.

[0168] Understandably, the first sub-float assembly 1203 is positioned above the second sub-float assembly 1204. The first sub-float assembly 1203 is used to detect the high water level in the second water chamber 122, and the second sub-float assembly 1204 is used to detect the low water level in the second water chamber 122. When the washing machine 10 is in the circulating washing mode, the washing body 100 drains water towards the water outlet. At this time, an external hot water source provides hot water to the first water chamber 121, and an external ambient temperature water source and / or the circulating filter pipe 200 provides ambient temperature water to the second water chamber 122.

[0169] If the water level in the second water chamber 122 causes the magnet in the first sub-float assembly 1203 to approach the reed switch and engage, it indicates that the water level in the second water chamber 122 is higher than the preset high water level. At this time, both the external ambient temperature water source and the circulation filter pipeline 200 stop supplying water to the second water chamber 122. If the water level in the second water chamber 122 causes the magnet in the second sub-float assembly 1204 to approach the reed switch and engage, while the reed switch in the first sub-float assembly 1203 does not engage, it indicates that the water level in the second water chamber 122 is between the first sub-float assembly 1203 and the second sub-float assembly 1204, that is, the water level in the second water chamber 122 is between the preset high water level and the preset low water level. At this time, the external ambient temperature water source stops supplying water to the second water chamber 122, and the control device 300 controls the circulation pump 240 in the circulation filter pipeline 200 to operate, and the circulation filter pipeline 200 supplies water to the second water chamber 122. If the water level in the second water chamber 122 causes the reed switch in the first sub-float assembly 1203 to not engage, and the reed switch in the second sub-float assembly 1204 to also not engage, it indicates that the water level in the second water chamber 122 is below the second sub-float assembly 1204, that is, the water level in the second water chamber 122 is below the preset low water level. At this time, both the external ambient temperature water source and the circulating filter pipeline 200 supply water to the second water chamber 122.

[0170] To facilitate the control of external water supply to the first water chamber 121 and the second water chamber 122, in one embodiment of this application, referring to FIG1, the cleaning machine 10 further includes a first inlet valve and a second inlet valve. The first water chamber 121 is connected to an external hot water source through the first inlet valve, and the second water chamber 122 is connected to an external ambient temperature water source through the second inlet valve. It can be understood that when the first inlet valve is open, external hot water flows through the first inlet valve into the first water chamber 121; when the first inlet valve is closed, external hot water cannot flow into the first water chamber 121. The first inlet valve acts as a switch to control the flow of hot water into the first water chamber 121. Similarly, when the second inlet valve is open, external ambient temperature water flows through the second inlet valve into the second water chamber 122; when the second inlet valve is closed, external ambient temperature water cannot flow into the second water chamber 122. The second inlet valve acts as a switch to control the flow of ambient temperature water into the second water chamber 122.

[0171] In one embodiment of this application, referring to FIG1, the cleaning machine 10 further includes a first one-way valve and a second one-way valve. The first one-way valve is disposed on the pipeline between the first water inlet valve and the first water chamber 121, and the first one-way valve flows unidirectionally from one side of the first water inlet valve to the first water chamber 121. The second one-way valve is disposed on the pipeline between the second water inlet valve and the second water chamber 122, and the second one-way valve flows unidirectionally from one side of the second water inlet valve to the second water chamber 122. It can be understood that by setting the first one-way valve, water flowing through the first water inlet valve can only flow unidirectionally into the first water chamber 121, thereby preventing water in the first water chamber 121 from flowing back to the external hot water source, ensuring the stability and safety of the hot water flow. Similarly, by setting the second one-way valve, water flowing through the second water inlet valve can only flow unidirectionally into the second water chamber 122, thereby preventing water in the second water chamber 122 from flowing back to the external ambient temperature water source, ensuring the stability and safety of the ambient temperature water flow.

[0172] In one embodiment of this application, referring to FIG1, the water storage container 120 includes a first water tank 123 and a second water tank 124. The first water tank 123 has a first water cavity 121, and the second water tank 124 has a second water cavity 122. The first water tank 123 and the second water tank 124 are separate structures; or, the first water tank 123 and the second water tank 124 are an integral structure. It is understood that when the first water tank 123 and the second water tank 124 are separate structures, it is convenient to manufacture and install them separately, and it is also convenient to maintain or clean either one. When the first water tank 123 and the second water tank 124 are an integral structure, the water storage container 120 has a compact structure, the integrated design reduces material usage and installation costs, and the structure is more robust.

[0173] In one embodiment of this application, referring to FIG1, the first water tank 123 and the second water tank 124 are arranged side by side in the front-to-back direction, or the first water tank 123 and the second water tank 124 are arranged side by side in the left-to-right direction. This arrangement makes the structure of the water storage container 120 compact, facilitates the manufacture and installation of the water storage container 120, and also helps to miniaturize the cleaning machine 10.

[0174] In one embodiment of this application, referring to FIG1, the first water tank 123 and the second water tank 124 are an integral structure. The first water tank 123 is provided with a first water outlet communicating with the first water cavity 121, and the second water tank 124 is provided with a second water outlet communicating with the second water cavity 122. The water storage container 120 is provided with a mounting hole, which communicates with the first water outlet and the second water outlet respectively. The mixing valve 130 is disposed in the mounting hole. It can be understood that the mounting hole can be disposed at the bottom of the water storage container 120 to improve the smoothness of water flow. By disposing of the mixing valve 130 in the mounting hole on the water storage container 120, the mixing valve 130 and the water storage container 120 are integrated together, reducing the space occupied, making the structure of the cleaning machine 10 more compact, and also facilitating installation and improving the overall reliability.

[0175] In one embodiment of this application, referring to FIG1, the cleaning machine 10 further includes a sterilization component 700, which is disposed on the cleaning body 100 for sterilizing the water discharged from the cleaning body 100. It is understood that the sterilization component 700 includes, but is not limited to, ultraviolet sterilizers, ozone generators, electrolytic sterilizers, etc. By providing the sterilization component 700, the water discharged from the cleaning body 100 can be sterilized, ensuring that the water flowing out of the cleaning body 100 is sterile or contains few bacteria; that is, the water discharged from the cleaning machine 10 is clean and hygienic.

[0176] In one embodiment of this application, referring to FIG1, the sterilization component 700 includes a housing and a UV lamp. The housing has a mounting cavity, and the UV lamp is disposed within the mounting cavity, forming a water passage between the UV lamp and the inner wall of the housing. The water passage is connected in series with the cleaning body 100. It is understood that the UV lamp is an ultraviolet lamp tube. The UV lamp kills bacteria and viruses by emitting ultraviolet light to irradiate water, thereby destroying the DNA of bacteria and viruses. The sterilization component 700 includes a housing connected in series with the cleaning pipe 111. The UV lamp is disposed within the housing, and a water passage is formed between the outer wall of the UV lamp and the inner wall of the housing. Water in the cleaning pipe 111 flows through the water passage, and the UV lamp irradiates the water in the water passage to achieve the sterilization function of the water. The sterilized water flows along the cleaning pipe 111 to the water-using end for user use.

[0177] The above description is merely an optional embodiment of this application and does not limit the patent scope of this application. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the inventive concept of this application and the contents of the specification and drawings of this application, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A cleaning machine control method, wherein, The cleaning machine includes a cleaning body and a circulating filter pipe connected to the cleaning body; the cleaning machine has a circulating washing mode and a rinsing mode; the method includes: When a circulating washing command is received, the washing machine is controlled to operate in the circulating washing mode. In the circulating washing mode, the circulating filter pipe is used to draw in the used water, filter it, and then circulate it back to the washing body. After the cycle washing mode is completed, the washing machine is controlled to run in rinsing mode to rinse at least the cycle filter pipe of both the washing body and the cycle filter pipe.

2. The rinser control method of claim 1, wherein, The circulating filtration pipeline includes a circulating pump, and the cleaning machine also includes a drain pipeline connected to the circulating filtration pipeline. The cleaning machine also has a drainage mode; After the step of determining the end of the cyclic washing mode, the method further includes: Get the number of times the circulation pump starts in the circulating wash mode; When the number of times the circulating pump starts in the circulating washing mode reaches the preset number of starts, the washing machine is controlled to operate in the rinsing mode; When the number of times the circulating pump is started in the circulating washing mode does not reach the preset number of starts, the washing machine is controlled to operate in the drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the water in the washing body and the circulating filter pipe flows out through the drainage pipe.

3. The cleaning machine control method of claim 1 or 2, wherein, The cleaning machine also includes a drainage pipe connected to the circulating filter pipe, and the cleaning machine also has a drainage mode; The method further includes: If a water shut-off command is received or no water command is received after the fourth preset running time, it is determined that the water use has ended and the cleaning machine is controlled to operate in drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the water in the cleaning body and the circulating filter pipe flows out through the drainage pipe. Obtain the number of times the cleaning machine drains water; In response to a trigger command indicating that the number of times the cleaning machine has drained water has reached a preset number, the cleaning machine is controlled to operate in rinsing mode.

4. The cleaning machine control method of any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The cleaning body includes a cleaning pipeline and a water storage container connected to the cleaning pipeline and the circulating filtration pipeline respectively. In the circulating washing mode, the circulating filter pipeline is used to draw in the used water, filter it, and then circulate it to the water storage container, and then deliver it to the water user via the cleaning pipeline. In the rinsing mode, the water in the water storage container is used to rinse at least the circulating filter pipe of both the cleaning pipe and the circulating filter pipe.

5. The rinser control method of claim 4, wherein, The circulating filtration pipeline includes a circulating pipe, a circulating pump, a filter element, and a first valve body. The circulating pipe has a water intake end and a connecting end. The connecting end is connected to the water storage container. The circulating pump is located on the circulating pipe between the water intake end and the connecting end. The filter element is located on the circulating pipe between the connecting end and the circulating pump. The first valve body is located on the circulating pipe between the connecting end and the filter element and is situated at the lower end of the water storage container. The steps for controlling the cleaning machine to operate in rinsing mode specifically include: The circulation pump is controlled to not operate, and the first valve body is opened to allow water in the water storage container to flow through the first valve body to the filter element and / or the circulation pump; Alternatively, the circulation pump can be controlled to run in reverse, and the first valve body can be opened to allow water in the water storage container to flow through the first valve body to the filter element and / or the circulation pump.

6. The cleaning machine control method of claim 4 or 5, wherein, The cleaning pipeline includes a cleaning pipe and a washing pump installed on the cleaning pipe. One end of the cleaning pipe is connected to the water storage container, and the other end of the cleaning pipe is used to connect to the water supply end. The circulating filtration pipeline includes a circulating pipe, a circulating pump, a filter element, and a first valve body. The circulating pipe has a water intake end and a connecting end. The connecting end is connected to the water storage container. The circulating pump is located on the circulating pipe between the water intake end and the connecting end. The filter element is located on the circulating pipe between the connecting end and the circulating pump. The first valve body is located on the circulating pipe between the connecting end and the filter element and is situated at the lower end of the water storage container. The cleaning machine also includes a rinsing pipeline, which includes a rinsing pipe and a rinsing valve. One end of the rinsing pipe is connected to the circulation pipeline between the connecting end and the filter element, and the other end of the rinsing pipe is connected to the cleaning pipeline. The rinsing valve is located on the rinsing pipe. The steps for controlling the cleaning machine to operate in rinsing mode specifically include: The washing pump is controlled to operate, the circulation pump is not operated, the flushing valve is controlled to open, and the first valve body is closed, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the flushing valve to the filter element and / or the circulation pump; Alternatively, the washing pump can be controlled to operate while the circulation pump is not operated. The flushing valve and the first valve body can be opened to allow water in the water storage container to flow through the flushing valve and the first valve body respectively before flowing to the filter element and / or the circulation pump. Alternatively, control the washing pump to operate, the circulation pump to operate in reverse, control the flushing valve to open, and the first valve body to open, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the flushing valve and the first valve body respectively and then flows to the filter element and / or the circulation pump; Alternatively, the washing pump and the circulation pump can be controlled to not operate, the flushing valve can be closed, and the first valve body can be opened, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the first valve body to the filter and / or the circulation pump; Alternatively, the washing pump may be controlled to not operate, the circulation pump may be controlled to run in reverse, the flushing valve may be controlled to close, and the first valve body may be opened, so that the water in the water storage container flows through the first valve body to the filter and / or the circulation pump.

7. The rinser control method of claim 6, wherein, After the step of controlling the operation of the washing pump, the method further includes: Obtain the operating time of the flushing valve; When the flushing valve reaches the first preset running time, the circulation pump is controlled to run in reverse so that the water in the water storage container flows sequentially through the flushing valve and the filter element to the circulation pump to flush the circulation pump.

8. The rinser control method of claim 7, wherein, The cleaning machine also includes a drainage pipe connected to the circulating filter pipe, and the cleaning machine also has a drainage mode; After the step of controlling the circulation pump to reverse operation when the running time of the flushing valve reaches a first preset running time, so that the water in the water storage container flows sequentially through the flushing valve and the filter element to the circulation pump to flush the circulation pump, the method further includes: When the running time of the flushing valve reaches the second preset running time, the cleaning machine is controlled to operate in the drainage mode. In the drainage mode, the water in the water storage container, the cleaning pipe, the circulation pipe and the flushing pipe flows outward through the drainage pipe. The second preset running time is greater than the first preset running time.

9. The rinser control method of claim 8, wherein, The drainage pipeline includes a drainage pipe and a drainage valve. One end of the drainage pipe is connected to the circulation pipe, and the other end of the drainage pipe is used to drain water outward. The drainage valve is located on the drainage pipe. The steps for controlling the cleaning machine to operate in drainage mode specifically include: The washing pump and the circulation pump are controlled to not operate, and the flushing valve and the drain valve are controlled to open, so that the water in the water storage container, the cleaning pipe, the circulation pipe and the flushing pipe flows out through the drain pipe.

10. The cleaning machine control method of any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein, The cleaning machine also has a conventional washing mode; Before the step of controlling the washing machine to operate in the circulating washing mode upon receiving the circulating washing command, the method further includes: When a regular washing command is received, the washing machine is controlled to operate in the regular washing mode, and the main washing unit is controlled to output washing water. After running for the third preset duration in the normal washing mode, the machine is controlled to run in the circulating washing mode.

11. A cleaning machine control device, wherein, The cleaning machine control device includes: Memory; and A processor, a cleaning machine control program stored on the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the cleaning machine control program, when executed by the processor, implements the cleaning machine control method as described in any one of claims 1 to 10.

12. A cleaning machine wherein, The cleaning machine has a circulating washing mode and a rinsing mode. The cleaning machine includes: The main cleaning unit is used to connect to an external water source and the water usage end; A circulating filter pipe is connected to the cleaning body. The circulating filter pipe is used to draw in the used water for washing in the circulating washing mode, filter it, and then circulate it to the cleaning body. The control device is the cleaning machine control device as described in claim 11; The control device is configured to, upon receiving a circulating washing command, control the washing machine to operate in a circulating washing mode, wherein in the circulating washing mode, the circulating filter pipe is used to draw in used water, filter it, and then circulate it to the washing body; and after determining that the circulating washing mode has ended, control the washing machine to operate in a rinsing mode to rinse at least the circulating filter pipe of both the washing body and the circulating filter pipe.

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