Air conditioner

Abstract

The present application discloses an air conditioner (100). The air conditioner (100) comprises: a panel component (1) and an air outlet grille (2). The panel component (1) comprises an air outlet frame opening (1a). The air outlet grille (2) is detachably connected to the panel component (1) and covers the air outlet frame opening (1a). The panel component (1) comprises a locking mechanism (111). The locking mechanism (111) is switchable between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the locking mechanism (111) locks the air outlet grille (2) to prevent the air outlet grille (2) from being detached from the panel component (1).

Description

air conditioner

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application is based on and claims priority to Chinese patent applications No. 202510115865.0, filed on January 23, 2025, and No. 202520167312.5, filed on January 23, 2025, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This application relates to the field of air conditioning equipment technology, and in particular to an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0004] The air outlet grille of an air conditioner is located at the air outlet. Over time, dust will accumulate on the air outlet grille, which is difficult to clean, thus affecting the cleanliness of the air coming out of the air conditioner. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This application aims to at least partially address one of the technical problems in the related art.

[0006] Therefore, one objective of this application is to provide an air conditioner in which the air outlet grille is detachable, facilitating cleaning of the air outlet grille, and the assembly stability of the air outlet grille is strong by setting a locking mechanism.

[0007] An air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application includes: a panel component, the panel component including an air outlet frame; an air outlet grille, the air outlet grille being detachably connected to the panel component and covering the air outlet frame; wherein, the panel component includes a locking mechanism, the locking mechanism being switchable between a locked state and an unlocked state, the locking mechanism locking the air outlet grille in the locked state to prevent the air outlet grille from being disassembled relative to the panel component.

[0008] In some embodiments, the air vent grille has mounting portions at both ends of its length, and the panel component has a mating portion that mates with each mounting portion. In this embodiment, at least one mating portion includes the locking mechanism, which engages with the corresponding mounting portion in the locked state.

[0009] In some embodiments, the mating portion of the locking mechanism is a first mating portion, and the mounting portion corresponding to the first mating portion is a first mounting portion. In the locked state, the locking mechanism prevents the first mounting portion from moving toward the outside of the air outlet grille to separate from the first mating portion.

[0010] In some embodiments, another mounting portion opposite to the first mounting portion along the length direction of the air outlet grille is a second mounting portion, and the mating portion corresponding to the second mounting portion is a second mating portion. The second mounting portion engages with the second mating portion by moving the air outlet grille relative to the panel component in the direction from the first mating portion to the second mating portion. The second mating portion restricts the movement of the second mounting portion in the inward and outward directions of the air outlet grille. Alternatively, the second mounting portion engages with the second mating portion by pressing the air outlet grille relative to the panel component from the outside to the inside. The second mating portion restricts the movement of the second mounting portion in the inward and outward directions of the air outlet grille.

[0011] In some embodiments, the locking mechanism includes a slider or a knob, and the locking mechanism further includes a locking pin. The locking mechanism drives the locking pin to move between a limiting position and a clearance position by sliding the slider or rotating the knob. The locking pin abuts against the first mounting portion in the limiting position to prevent the first mounting portion from moving toward the outside of the air vent grille, and the locking pin avoids the first mounting portion in the clearance position.

[0012] In some embodiments, the length direction of the air outlet grille is vertical, the first mounting portion is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille and includes a handle portion, the handle portion defining a handle groove with an open bottom, the handle portion including an outer plate and an inner plate located on the inner and outer sides of the handle groove, the handle groove being formed between the inner plate and the outer plate, the first mating portion is located below the air outlet grille, and the locking pin moves vertically between the limiting position and the clearance position in the vertical direction, the locking pin extends into the handle groove at the limiting position and stops the inner plate from moving outward, and the locking pin moves downward away from the handle groove at the clearance position.

[0013] In some embodiments, when the second mounting portion is configured to engage with the second mounting portion by moving relative to the panel component via the air vent grille in a direction from the first mating portion to the second mating portion, the second mounting portion includes a limiting protrusion protruding in a direction away from the first mounting portion, and the second mating portion defines a limiting groove opening in a direction towards the air vent grille, the limiting protrusion being inserted into the limiting groove in a direction from the first mating portion to the second mating portion.

[0014] In some embodiments, the length direction of the air outlet grille is vertical, the second mounting part is located at the upper end of the air outlet grille, the limiting protrusion protrudes upward and has a locking protrusion at the upper end that protrudes toward the inner or outer side of the air outlet grille, and a locking step is provided on the corresponding side wall of the limiting groove, and the locking protrusion abuts against the top of the locking step.

[0015] In some embodiments, the length direction of the air outlet grille is vertical, the first mounting portion is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille, the first mounting portion has a mating groove, the first mating portion has an outwardly protruding protrusion, the mating groove is sleeved on the protrusion facing the inner side of the air outlet grille, and the protrusion provides at least an upward supporting force to the air outlet grille.

[0016] In some embodiments, there are multiple protrusions spaced apart along the width direction of the air outlet grille, and there are multiple mating slots that correspond one-to-one with the multiple protrusions to restrict the movement of the air outlet grille relative to the panel component along the width direction of the air outlet grille.

[0017] In some embodiments, the length direction of the air outlet grille is vertical, the first mounting portion is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille, the first mating portion includes an elastic cantilever, the free end of the elastic cantilever is located above the fixed end and can elastically swing relative to the fixed end along the inward and outward directions of the air outlet grille, the first mounting portion includes a locking portion, and the free end of the elastic cantilever elastically stops on the outside and bottom of the locking portion.

[0018] In some embodiments, there are two elastic cantilever arms arranged along the width direction of the air outlet grille. The two elastic cantilever arms extend from bottom to top in a direction away from each other, so that the fixed ends of the two elastic cantilever arms are close to each other and the free ends of each elastic cantilever arm are far from each other. The elastic cantilever arms are provided with reinforcing ribs at the fixed ends and / or the free ends; and / or, the width of the elastic cantilever arms gradually increases from the free end to the fixed end.

[0019] In some embodiments, the two mounting portions are respectively a first mounting portion and a second mounting portion, and the two mating portions are respectively a first mating portion and a second mating portion. The first mating portion corresponds to the first mounting portion and includes the locking mechanism. The air outlet grille includes a grille body. The grille body has a limiting structure protruding inward at the middle of its length direction. The air outlet frame has a crossbeam extending along the width direction of the air outlet grille and opposite to the limiting structure. The crossbeam has a third mating structure. The limiting structure engages with the third mating structure by moving the air outlet grille relative to the panel component from the outside to the inside, thereby restricting the movement of the air outlet grille relative to the panel component along the width direction of the air outlet grille. Alternatively, the limiting structure engages with the third mating structure by moving the air outlet grille relative to the panel component along the direction from the first mating portion to the second mating portion, thereby restricting the relative movement of the air outlet grille and the panel component in the inward and outward directions.

[0020] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes an air guide assembly disposed at the air outlet frame, the air outlet grille covering the outside of the air guide assembly, the air guide assembly including an air guide plate whose length direction is consistent with the length direction of the air outlet grille, and the air guide plate including a rotating shaft extending along the length direction of the air guide plate, the rotating shaft being disposed corresponding to the crossbeam and being clamped by the crossbeam in the inward and outward directions so as to be rotatable relative to the crossbeam.

[0021] In some embodiments, the panel component includes a panel support and an outer panel, the outer panel being disposed outside the panel support, the crossbeam including a panel beam disposed on at least one of the panel support and the outer panel, the crossbeam further including a pressure plate beam mounted on the outside of the panel beam, and a decorative beam covering the outside of the pressure plate beam, the pivot being clamped between the panel beam and the pressure plate beam; wherein, the third mating structure is disposed on the outside of the decorative beam; or, the third mating structure is disposed on the pressure plate beam, and the decorative beam forms a clearance hole at the location corresponding to the third mating structure.

[0022] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further includes a shielding panel detachably mounted on the front side of the panel component and shielding the mating portion including the locking mechanism.

[0023] In some embodiments, the inner side of the shielding panel has an interference portion protruding. When the locking mechanism is in the unlocked state, the locking mechanism interferes with the interference portion. When the locking mechanism is in the locked state, the locking mechanism avoids the interference portion.

[0024] In some embodiments, the shielding panel is located below the air vent grille, the upper end of the shielding panel covers the front side of the lower end of the air vent grille, and the upper end of the shielding panel is limited to the lower end of the air vent grille to restrict the relative movement of the shielding panel and the air vent grille in the vertical direction; and / or, the shielding panel is hooked to the panel component by a downwardly extending hook structure at the lower end of the shielding panel; and / or the left and right sides of the shielding panel are engaged with the panel component by a rearwardly extending snap-fit ​​structure to restrict the forward movement of the shielding panel relative to the panel component.

[0025] In some embodiments, the shielding panel is located below the air vent grille and includes: a panel member, the back side of which is provided with a side frame and a bottom frame, the side frames extending in a vertical direction, there are two side frames and they are spaced apart in a horizontal direction, the side of the two side frames that is far apart from each other in the horizontal direction is the outer side of the side frame, and the bottom frame extends in a horizontal direction and connects between the lower ends of the two side frames; a decorative member, the decorative member is disposed on the back side of the panel member and includes a side decorative strip and a bottom decorative strip, the side decorative strips extending in a vertical direction and there are two of them to respectively surround the outer sides of the two side frames, and the bottom decorative strips extending in a horizontal direction and connecting between the lower ends of the two side decorative strips and surrounding the lower side of the bottom frame.

[0026] In some embodiments, the side frame has a first insertion structure, and the side decorative strip has a second insertion structure. The first insertion structure helps to define a slot with an open bottom. The second insertion structure is inserted into the slot by the upward movement of the decorative member relative to the panel member, thereby limiting the relative movement of the side frame and the side decorative strip in the left-right direction. The lower frame has a first snap-fit ​​structure, and the lower decorative strip has a second snap-fit ​​structure. The second snap-fit ​​structure engages with the first snap-fit ​​structure by the upward movement of the decorative member relative to the panel member, thereby limiting the relative movement of the lower frame and the lower decorative strip in the up-down direction.

[0027] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes: a rear housing component; a front panel component, the front panel component being disposed on the front side of the rear housing component and including the panel component and the air outlet grille, the panel component including a panel bracket and an exterior panel, the panel bracket defining the air outlet frame; the exterior panel covering the panel bracket and being assembled and connected to the panel bracket, the panel bracket being assembled and connected to the rear housing component.

[0028] In some embodiments, the panel support includes two side frames, a top frame, and a bottom frame. The length of the side frames extends vertically, and the width of the side frames extends longitudinally. The rear end of the side frames is assembled with the rear housing component. The top frame is connected between the upper ends of the two side frames and is front-to-back opposite to the upper end of the rear housing component. The bottom frame is connected between the lower ends of the two side frames and is front-to-back opposite to the lower end of the rear housing component. The exterior panel includes two side panels, a top plate, and a bottom plate. The two side panels respectively cover the outer sides of the two side frames. The top plate is located above the top frame, and the bottom plate is located below the bottom frame.

[0029] In some embodiments, the front panel component further includes a display panel located above the air vent grille, the display panel being mounted on the panel bracket, the panel bracket having a clearance opening corresponding to the display panel, and the air conditioner further includes a display component mounted on the panel bracket and opposite to the clearance opening.

[0030] 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

[0031] Figure 1 is an exploded view of a partial structure of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application;

[0032] Figure 2 is a partial structural schematic diagram of the locking mechanism of an air conditioner in the locked state according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0033] Figure 3 is a partial cross-sectional view of the locking mechanism of an air conditioner in the locked state according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0034] Figure 4 is an exploded view of another part of the structure of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application;

[0035] Figure 5 is a cross-sectional view of the second mounting part and the second mating part according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0036] Figure 6 is a partial structural schematic diagram of the locking mechanism of an air conditioner in the unlocked state according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0037] Figure 7 is a partial structural schematic diagram of the locking mechanism of an air conditioner in the locked state according to another embodiment of the present application;

[0038] Figure 8 is a magnified view of region A according to the example shown in Figure 4;

[0039] Figure 9 is a rear view of an air outlet grille according to an embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 10 is a magnified view of region B according to the example shown in Figure 9;

[0041] Figure 11 is a magnified view of region C according to the example shown in Figure 4;

[0042] Figure 12 is a cross-sectional view of the elastic cantilever and the locking portion according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0043] Figure 13 is a partial structural schematic diagram of the air outlet grille according to an embodiment of this application;

[0044] Figure 14 is a magnified view of region D according to the example shown in Figure 4;

[0045] Figure 15 is a partial structural schematic diagram of the air outlet grille according to another embodiment of this application;

[0046] Figure 16 is a partial structural schematic diagram of a beam according to another embodiment of this application;

[0047] Figure 17 is a schematic diagram of the limiting structure and the third mating part according to another embodiment of this application;

[0048] Figure 18 is an exploded view of the structure of a crossbeam according to an embodiment of this application;

[0049] Figure 19 is an exploded view of the structure of a shielding panel and panel components according to an embodiment of this application;

[0050] Figure 20 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a shielding panel according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0051] Figure 21 is an exploded view of the structure of a shielding panel according to an embodiment of this application;

[0052] Figure 22 is a schematic diagram of the structure of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application;

[0053] Figure 23 is an exploded view of the structure of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of this application;

[0054] Figure 24 is an exploded view of the structure of a panel component according to an embodiment of this application;

[0055] Figure 25 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a knob and linkage mechanism according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0056] Reference numerals: Air conditioner 100; Front panel component 100a; Rear housing component 100b; Panel component 1; Air outlet 1a; Mating part 10; Elastic locking buckle 161; First mating part 11; Locking mechanism 111; Slider 1111; First locking part 11111; Second locking part 11112; Knob 1112; Locking pin 1113; Mating wedge surface 1113a; Linkage mechanism 1114; Gear ring component 11141; Gear condition 11142; Drive wedge surface 1114b; Protrusion 112; Elastic cantilever 113; Second mating part 12; Limiting groove 121; Locking step 1211; Crossbeam 13; Third mating structure 131; Panel beam 132; Pressure plate beam 133; Decorative beam 134; Clearance hole 1341; Panel bracket 14; side frame 141; top frame 142; bottom frame 143; clearance opening 144; exterior panel 15; side panel 151; top plate 152; bottom plate 153; air outlet grille 2; mounting part 20; first mounting part 21; handle part 211; handle groove 2111; outer plate 2112; inner plate 2113; locking part 212; mating groove hole 213; limiting hole 214; second mounting part 22; limiting protrusion 221; locking protrusion 2211; grille body 23; limiting structure 231; limiting through hole 2311; limiting retaining ring 2312; air guide assembly 3; air guide plate 31; rotating shaft 32; 4. Covering panel; 41. Interference part; 42. Limiting buckle; 43. Hook structure; 44. Panel piece; 441. Side frame; 441. First insertion structure; 4411. Slot; 44111. Lower frame; 442. First snap-fit ​​structure; 4421. Decorative piece; 45. Side decorative strip; 451. Second insertion structure; 4511. Lower decorative strip; 452. Second snap-fit ​​structure; 4521. Display panel; 5. Display component; 6. Detailed Implementation

[0057] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.

[0058] The following disclosure provides numerous different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of this application. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples. Such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, various specific examples of processes and materials are provided in this application; however, those skilled in the art will recognize the applicability of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0059] The air conditioner 100 according to an embodiment of this application is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0060] According to an embodiment of this application, the air conditioner 100, as shown in Figures 1-3, includes a panel component 1 and an air outlet grille 2. The panel component 1 includes an air outlet frame opening 1a. The air outlet grille 2 is detachably connected to the panel component 1 and covers the air outlet frame opening 1a. The panel component 1 includes a locking mechanism 111, which can be switched between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the locking mechanism 111 locks the air outlet grille 2 to prevent the air outlet grille 2 from being disassembled relative to the panel component 1.

[0061] The panel component 1 is provided with an air outlet 1a, and an air outlet grille 2 is provided on the air outlet 1a. The air from the air conditioner 100 flows out through the air outlet 1a and the air outlet grille 2. In this embodiment, the air outlet grille 2 is detachably connected to the panel component 1. The air outlet grille 2 is designed as a detachable structure, so that the air outlet grille 2 can be removed from the panel component 1 for cleaning or replacement, reducing the dust accumulated on the air outlet grille 2 and improving the air outlet effect of the air conditioner 100.

[0062] The panel component 1 includes a locking mechanism 111, which can switch between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the locking mechanism 111 locks the air outlet grille 2 to prevent the air outlet grille 2 from being disassembled relative to the panel component 1. This can reduce the occurrence of the air outlet grille 2 coming loose during operation or transportation and improve the installation stability of the air outlet grille 2.

[0063] When the locking mechanism 111 is in the unlocked state, it releases the lock on the air outlet grille 2, allowing the air outlet grille 2 to be removed from the panel component 1 for cleaning or replacement, reducing the dust accumulated on the air outlet grille 2 and improving the air outlet effect of the air conditioner 100.

[0064] According to the embodiment of this application, the air conditioner 100 is provided with an air outlet grille 2 detachably connected to the panel component 1. The air outlet grille 2 can be removed from the panel component 1 for cleaning or replacement, reducing the dust accumulated on the air outlet grille 2 and improving the air outlet effect of the air conditioner 100. Furthermore, the air outlet grille 2 can be locked by the locking mechanism 111, which can reduce the occurrence of the air outlet grille 2 coming loose during operation or transportation and improve the installation stability of the air outlet grille 2.

[0065] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 1 and 3, the air outlet grille 2 has mounting portions 20 at both ends of its length, and the panel component 1 has a mating portion 10 that corresponds to each mounting portion 20. The mating portion 10 at at least one end includes a locking mechanism 111, which engages with the corresponding mounting portion 20 in a locked state.

[0066] The two ends of the air vent grille 2 along its length are respectively engaged with the panel component 1, which can improve the assembly stability of the air vent grille 2 relative to the panel component 1.

[0067] At least one of the two mating parts 10 arranged in the length direction corresponding to the air outlet grille 2 includes a locking mechanism 111. In the locked state, the locking mechanism 111 engages with the corresponding mounting part 20 for limiting, and in the unlocked state, the locking mechanism 111 cancels the limiting of the corresponding mounting part 20.

[0068] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 1 and 3, the mating part 10 including the locking mechanism 111 is the first mating part 11, and the mounting part 20 corresponding to the first mating part 11 is the first mounting part 21. In the locked state, the locking mechanism 111 prevents the first mounting part 21 from moving toward the outside of the air outlet grille 2 to separate from the first mating part 11.

[0069] It is worth noting that the outer side of the air outlet grille 2 refers to the air outlet side of the air outlet grille 2, the inner side of the air outlet grille 2 refers to the air inlet side of the air outlet grille 2, and the inner and outer directions refer to the spacing between the outer and inner sides of the air outlet grille 2.

[0070] Two mating parts 10 are provided respectively along the length direction of the air outlet grille 2, including the mating part 10 of the locking mechanism 111 which is the first mating part 11. Optionally, the first mating part 11 is provided at both ends along the length direction of the air outlet grille 2; or, the first mating part 11 is provided at one end along the length direction of the air outlet grille 2.

[0071] The locking mechanism 111 prevents the first mounting part 21 from moving toward the outside of the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1 when it is locked, thereby restricting the removal of the air outlet grille 2 toward the outside of the panel component 1.

[0072] The locking mechanism 111 is located at the end of the air outlet grille 2 along its length to lock it. After the locking mechanism 111 switches from the locked state to the unlocked state, the end of the air outlet grille 2 where the locking mechanism 111 is located along its length can be pulled outward, which facilitates the quick disassembly of the air outlet grille 2 and makes the design of the quick disassembly scheme simpler.

[0073] Of course, it is not limited to this. For example, in other solutions, locking can also form a limit in other directions. For example, it can restrict the air vent grille 2 from moving upward. After unlocking, it can move upward first and then be pulled forward.

[0074] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 1, 4 and 5, another mounting portion 20 opposite to the first mounting portion 21 along the length direction of the air outlet grille 2 is a second mounting portion 22, and the mating portion 10 corresponding to the second mounting portion 22 is a second mating portion 12. The second mounting portion 22 is inserted and mated with the second mating portion 12 by the movement of the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1 along the direction from the first mating portion 11 to the second mating portion 12. The second mating portion 12 restricts the movement of the second mounting portion 22 along the inward and outward directions of the air outlet grille 2.

[0075] A first mating part 11 is provided at only one end of the air outlet grille 2 along its length direction. The mounting part 20 corresponding to the first mating part 11 is the first mounting part 21. The other mounting part 20 of the air outlet grille 2 is the second mounting part 22. The mating part 10 provided corresponding to the second mounting part 22 of the air outlet grille 2 is the second mating part 12.

[0076] The assembly process of the air outlet grille 2 and the panel component 1 is as follows: first, the second mounting part 22 and the second mating part 12 are inserted and mated, and then the first mounting part 21 and the first mating part 11 are assembled. The first mating part 11 restricts the first mounting part 21 from moving towards the outside of the air outlet grille 2.

[0077] The first mounting part 21 is assembled with the first mating part 11, and the second mounting part 22 is inserted into the second mating part 12. This can limit the movement of the air outlet grille 2 in the length direction. Both the second mating part 12 and the first mating part 11 limit the movement of the air outlet grille 2 in the inward and outward directions, thereby improving the assembly stability of the air outlet grille 2.

[0078] In some other embodiments of this application, the second mounting part 22 engages with the second mating part 12 by pressing the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1 from the outside to the inside, and the second mating part 12 restricts the movement of the second mounting part 22 in the inward and outward directions of the air outlet grille 2.

[0079] By pressing the air vent grille 2 from the outside to the inside relative to the panel component 1, the second mounting part 22 and the second mating part 12 can be engaged and mated, which is simple and stable and easy to operate.

[0080] Furthermore, when the air vent grille 2 is assembled onto the panel component 1, it moves from the outside to the inside relative to the panel component 1. By pressing the air vent grille 2 relative to the panel component 1 from the outside to the inside, the assembly can be completed smoothly, reducing the difficulty of the assembly operation.

[0081] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 2, 6 and 7, the locking mechanism 111 includes a slider 1111 or a knob 1112. The locking mechanism 111 also includes a locking pin 1113. The locking mechanism 111 drives the locking pin 1113 to move between a limiting position and a clearance position by sliding the slider 1111 or rotating the knob 1112. In the limiting position, the locking pin 1113 abuts against the first mounting part 21 to prevent the first mounting part 21 from moving toward the outside of the air outlet grille 2. In the clearance position, the locking pin 1113 avoids the first mounting part 21.

[0082] Locking pin 1113 moves between a limiting position and a clearance position, thereby switching the state of locking mechanism 111. When locking pin 1113 is in the limiting position, it abuts against the first mounting part 21. At this time, locking mechanism 111 is in the locked state and locks the air outlet grille 2 to prevent the air outlet grille 2 from moving outward relative to panel component 1 for disassembly. When locking pin 1113 is in the clearance position, it avoids the first mounting part 21. At this time, locking mechanism 111 is in the unlocked state and contacts and locks the air outlet grille 2. This can drive the first mounting part 21 to move outward toward the air outlet grille 2 to remove the air outlet grille 2 from panel component 1.

[0083] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 2 and 6, the locking mechanism 111 includes a slider 1111. The sliding of the slider 1111 drives the locking pin 1113 to move between a limiting position and a clearance position. The state of the locking mechanism 111 can be switched by the sliding of the slider 1111. The operation is simple and convenient.

[0084] As shown in Figure 3, the panel component 1 is provided with an elastic locking buckle 161, and the slider 1111 has a first locking part 11111. In the locked state, the elastic locking buckle 161 and the first locking part 11111 engage with each other. The engagement of the first locking part 11111 and the elastic locking buckle 161 can limit the slider 1111 to a certain position, thereby limiting the locking mechanism 11 to a locked state without having to constantly apply force to the slider 1111 to limit the locking mechanism 11 to a locked state, thus improving the working stability of the slider 1111.

[0085] As shown in Figure 3, the slider may also be provided with a second locking part 11112, in which the elastic locking buckle 161 and the second locking part 11112 lock together in the unlocked state.

[0086] In some other embodiments of this application, as shown in FIG7, the locking mechanism 111 includes a knob 1112. The rotation of the knob 1112 drives the locking pin 1113 to move between a limit position and a clearance position. The state of the locking mechanism 111 can be switched by rotating the knob 1112. The operation is simple and convenient.

[0087] For example, as shown in Figures 7 and 25, the locking mechanism 111 further includes a linkage mechanism 1114, through which the knob 1121 drives the locking pin 1113 to move between a limit position and a clearance position. By setting the linkage mechanism 1114 as the intermediate transmission, the rotational motion of the knob 1112 can be converted into the translational motion of the locking pin 1113. The linkage mechanism 1114 includes a gear ring 11141 and a gear condition 11142. The gear ring 11141 is coaxially arranged and connected to the knob 1112 to rotate synchronously with the knob 1112. The gear condition 11142 is located in the outer peripheral area of ​​the gear ring 11141 and meshes with the gear ring 11141 to translate tangentially along the gear ring 11141.

[0088] As shown in Figure 25, the tooth condition 11142 has a driving wedge surface 1114b, and the side surface of the locking pin 1113 facing the driving wedge surface 1114b is constructed as a mating wedge surface 1113a. The mating wedge surface 1113a is parallel to the driving wedge surface 1114b and forms a wedge surface fit. The tooth condition 11142 drives the locking pin 1113 to translate through the wedge surface fit. By forming the driving wedge surface 1114b on the tooth condition 11142 and the mating wedge surface 1113a on the locking pin 1113, and by having the driving wedge surface 1114b and the mating wedge surface 1113a parallel to each other and forming a wedge surface fit, the wedge surface fit can convert the translation in the first direction into a translation in a direction perpendicular to the first direction, thereby causing the locking pin 1113 to move perpendicular to the translation direction of the tooth condition 11142.

[0089] Of course, this application is not limited to this. For example, the knob 1112 can also be connected to a cam mechanism, which drives the locking pin 1113 to move between the limit position and the avoidance position. The state of the locking mechanism 111 can be switched by rotating the knob 1112. The operation is simple and convenient.

[0090] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in FIG3, the length direction of the air outlet grille 2 is vertical. The first mounting part 21 is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille 2 and includes a handle part 211. The handle part 211 defines a handle groove 2111 with an open bottom. The handle part 211 includes an outer plate 2112 and an inner plate 2113 located on the inner and outer sides of the handle groove 2111. The handle groove 2111 is formed between the inner plate 2113 and the outer plate 2112. The first mating part 11 is located below the air outlet grille 2, and the locking pin 1113 moves up and down in the vertical direction between a limiting position and a clearance position. In the limiting position, the locking pin 1113 extends into the handle groove 2111 and stops the inner plate 2113 from moving outward. In the clearance position, the locking pin 1113 moves downward away from the handle groove 2111.

[0091] The first mounting part 21 is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille 2. Correspondingly, a first mating part 11 is provided below the air outlet grille 2. The first mating part 11 includes a locking mechanism 111. The locking pin 1113 moves up and down in the vertical direction between a limiting position and a clearance position to switch the locking state and unlocking state of the locking mechanism 111. By setting the first mounting part 21 at the lower end of the air outlet grille 2, the height of the first mounting part 21 is low, which facilitates operation.

[0092] The lower end of the air outlet grille 2 includes a handle portion 211, which defines a handle groove 2111 with an open bottom. By providing the handle portion 211, it is easy for the operator to hold the bottom of the air outlet grille 2, which makes it easier to apply force and reduces the difficulty of driving the first mounting part 21 to move outward of the air outlet grille 2 to disassemble it relative to the panel component 1.

[0093] Furthermore, the handle portion 211 defines a bottom-open handle groove 2111, into which the locking pin 1113 can extend to stop the movement of the inner plate 2113, that is, to stop the first mounting portion 21 from moving outward toward the air outlet grille 2. The handle portion 211 not only facilitates operation but also cooperates with the locking pin 1113 for positioning. The handle portion 211 has a simple structure and simplifies the assembly process.

[0094] As shown in Figure 6, when the locking pin 1113 is in the avoidance position, the locking mechanism 111 is in the unlocked state. When the locking pin 1113 is in the avoidance position, it moves out of the handle groove 2111 from below, and the avoidance inner plate 2113 moves outward. The first mounting part 21 can move to the outside of the air outlet grille 2 to remove the air outlet grille 2 from the panel component 1.

[0095] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 4 and 5, when the second mounting portion 22 is configured to engage with the second mating portion 12 by moving relative to the panel component 1 along the direction from the first mating portion 11 to the second mating portion 12 via the air outlet grille 2, the second mounting portion 22 includes a limiting protrusion 221 protruding in a direction away from the first mounting portion 21, and the second mating portion 12 defines a limiting groove 121 that opens in the direction towards the air outlet grille 2. The limiting protrusion 221 is inserted into the limiting groove 121 along the direction from the first mating portion 11 to the second mating portion 12. The limiting protrusion 221 and the limiting groove 121 have a simple structure, are easy to process, and are easy to assemble.

[0096] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 4 and 5, the length direction of the air outlet grille 2 is vertical, the second mounting part 22 is located at the upper end of the air outlet grille 2, the limiting protrusion 221 protrudes upward and the upper end has a locking protrusion 2211 protruding towards the inner or outer side of the air outlet grille 2, the corresponding side groove wall of the limiting groove 121 is provided with a locking step 1211, and the locking protrusion 2211 abuts against the top of the locking step 1211.

[0097] The first mounting part 21 is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille 2. Correspondingly, a first mating part 11 is provided below the air outlet grille 2. The second mounting part 22 is located at the upper end of the air outlet grille 2. Correspondingly, a second mating part 12 is provided above the air outlet grille 2. The air outlet grille 2 moves upward to allow the second mounting part 22 to engage with the second mating part 12. Then, the lower first mounting part 21 is assembled with the first mating part 11. By positioning the first mounting part 21 at the lower end of the air outlet grille 2, the height of the first mounting part 21 is relatively low, facilitating the operation of limiting or separating the first mating part 11 from the first mounting part 21.

[0098] The limiting protrusion 221 protrudes upward to insert into the limiting groove 121. The upper end of the limiting protrusion 221 has a locking protrusion 2211 protruding towards the inner or outer side of the air outlet grille 2. The locking protrusion 2211 abuts against the top of the locking step 1211. The cooperation between the locking protrusion 2211 and the locking step 1211 can limit the movement of the limiting protrusion 221 in the inner and outer directions of the air outlet grille 2, as well as limit the movement of the limiting protrusion 221 in the downward direction. This can reduce the problem of the second mating part 12 and the second mounting part 22 being separated due to the air outlet grille 2 retracting (e.g., sinking), and improve the assembly stability of the air outlet grille 2.

[0099] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 9 and 10, the length direction of the air outlet grille 2 is vertical. The first mounting part 21 is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille 2. A mating slot 213 is formed on the first mounting part 21. As shown in Figure 8, an outwardly protruding protrusion 112 is formed on the first mating part 11. The mating slot 213 is sleeved on the protrusion 112 facing the inner side of the air outlet grille 2. The protrusion 112 provides at least an upward supporting force to the air outlet grille 2.

[0100] The first mating part 11 is provided with an outwardly protruding protrusion 112, and the inner side of the first mounting part 21 has an outwardly recessed mating groove 213. The mating groove 213 is sleeved on the protrusion 112 facing the inner side of the air outlet grille 2. The mating of the protrusion 112 and the mating groove 213 can restrict the movement of the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1, and the protrusion 112 provides at least an upward support force to the air outlet grille 2, thereby improving the assembly stability of the air outlet grille 2.

[0101] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 8 and 10, there are multiple protrusions 112 and they are spaced apart along the width direction of the air outlet grille 2. There are multiple matching slots 213 and they are matched one-to-one with the multiple protrusions 112 to restrict the movement of the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1 along the width direction of the air outlet grille 2.

[0102] By setting multiple protrusions 112 to correspond one-to-one with multiple mating slots 213, and by setting multiple protrusions 112 at intervals along the width direction of the air outlet grille 2, the uniformity of force on the air outlet grille 2 can be improved, and the assembly stability of the air outlet grille 2 can be further improved.

[0103] Multiple protrusions 112 are spaced apart along the width direction of the air outlet grille 2, which can restrict the movement of the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1 along the width direction of the air outlet grille 2, reduce the swaying of the air outlet grille 2, and improve the assembly stability of the air outlet grille 2. In addition, the engagement of the protrusions 112 with the mating slots 213 provides an upward support force to the air outlet grille 2, and can also restrict the downward movement of the air outlet grille 2 and restrict the inward movement of the air outlet grille 2, further improving the assembly stability of the air outlet grille 2.

[0104] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in FIG8, the length direction of the air outlet grille 2 is vertical. The first mounting part 21 is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille 2. The first mating part 11 includes an elastic cantilever 113. The free end of the elastic cantilever 113 is located above the fixed end and can elastically swing relative to the fixed end in the inward and outward directions of the air outlet grille 2. As shown in FIG11, the first mounting part 21 includes a locking part 212. As shown in FIG2 and FIG12, the free end of the elastic cantilever 113 elastically stops on the outside and bottom of the locking part 212.

[0105] The free end of the elastic cantilever 113 elastically stops at the front of the locking part 212 to restrict the outward movement of the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1, thereby limiting the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1. The free end of the elastic cantilever 113 can elastically swing in the inward and outward directions, driving the locking part 212 to move outward and disengage from the stop of the elastic cantilever 113, thus completing the disassembly of the first mounting part 21 relative to the panel component 1. The operation is simple.

[0106] By setting the locking mechanism 111 to prevent the first mounting part 21 from moving outward relative to the first mating part 11 in the locked state, the occurrence of the first mounting part 21 being dislodged from the panel component 1 due to accidental contact or impact can be reduced. The installation stability of the air vent grille 2 and the panel component 1 can be improved by setting the locking mechanism 111.

[0107] The free end of the elastic cantilever 113 is also supported at the bottom of the locking part 212. The elastic cantilever 113 can not only restrict the first mounting part 21 from moving forward, but also restrict the air outlet grille 2 from moving in the vertical direction, further improving the assembly stability of the air inlet grille and the panel component 1.

[0108] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in FIG8, there are two elastic cantilever arms 113 arranged along the width direction of the air outlet grille 2. The two elastic cantilever arms 113 extend from bottom to top in a direction away from each other, so that the fixed ends of the two elastic cantilever arms 113 are close to each other, and the free ends of each elastic cantilever arm 113 are far from each other. The elastic cantilever arms 113 are provided with reinforcing ribs at the fixed end and / or the free end; and / or, the width of the elastic cantilever arms 113 gradually increases from the free end to the fixed end.

[0109] The structure of the elastic cantilever 113 allows the free end of the elastic cantilever 113 to swing elastically in the vertical direction. The free end of the elastic cantilever 113 is also supported at the bottom of the locking part 212, which can improve the limitation of the air outlet grille 2 in the vertical direction and improve the assembly stability of the air inlet grille and the panel component 1.

[0110] The elastic cantilever 113 has reinforcing ribs at its fixed end and / or free end, which improves the structural stability of the elastic cantilever 113 and thus enhances its limiting effect on the stop portion. The width of the elastic cantilever 113 gradually increases from the free end to the fixed end, which also improves the structural stability of the elastic cantilever 113 and helps to enhance its limiting effect on the stop portion; furthermore, the width of the free end of the elastic cantilever 113 is relatively small, which is conducive to the elastic swing of the free end of the elastic cantilever 113.

[0111] In some embodiments of this application, in the vertical direction, the distance L1 between the upper end surface of the second mounting portion 22 of the air outlet grille 2 and the bottom surface of the locking portion 212 is greater than the distance L2 between the second mating portion 12 of the panel component 1 and the upper surface of the free end of the elastic cantilever 113. With this design, after the air outlet grille 2 is installed, it will press the elastic cantilever 113 downward, and the elastic cantilever 113 will generate an upward elastic force, which can provide an upward support force to the air outlet grille 2, pushing the air outlet grille 2 upward, thereby limiting the air outlet grille 2 in the vertical direction, improving the assembly stability of the air outlet grille 2, and reducing the gap between the upper end of the air outlet grille 2 and the panel component 1, thus improving the integrity of the air outlet grille 2 and the panel component 1.

[0112] In some embodiments of this application, the distance L1 between the upper end face of the second mounting portion 22 of the air outlet grille 2 and the bottom face of the locking portion 212 is 3mm-6mm higher than the distance L2 between the second mating portion 12 of the panel component 1 and the upper surface of the free end of the elastic cantilever 113. This can provide an upward supporting force to the air outlet grille 2, reduce the gap between the upper end of the air outlet grille 2 and the panel component 1, and improve the integrity of the air outlet grille 2 and the panel component 1.

[0113] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 1 and 9, the two mounting parts 20 are respectively the first mounting part 21 and the second mounting part 22, and the two mating parts 10 are respectively the first mating part 11 and the second mating part 12. The first mating part 11 corresponds to the first mounting part 21 and includes a locking mechanism 111. As shown in Figures 9 and 13, the air outlet grille 2 includes a grille body 23. The grille body 23 has a limiting structure 231 protruding inward in the middle of its length direction. As shown in Figure 14, a crossbeam 13 extending along the width direction of the air outlet grille 2 and opposite to the limiting structure 231 is provided at the air outlet frame opening 1a. The crossbeam 13 has a third mating structure 131.

[0114] The two ends of the air vent grille 2 along its length are respectively assembled with the panel component 1, and the middle part of the air vent grille 2 along its length is also assembled with the panel component 1, further improving the assembly stability of the air vent grille 2. It also reduces the occurrence of the air vent grille 2 protruding in the middle, reduces the gap between the air vent grille 2 and the panel component 1, and improves the overall integrity.

[0115] Optionally, as shown in Figures 13 and 14, the limiting structure 231 engages with the third mating structure 131 by moving the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1 from the outside to the inside, thereby restricting the movement of the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1 along the width direction of the air outlet grille 2.

[0116] When the air vent grille 2 is assembled onto the panel component 1, it moves from the outside to the inside relative to the panel component 1. By designing the limiting structure 231 and the third mating structure 131 to move inward and engage, the engagement can be completed smoothly during the assembly of the air vent grille 2, reducing the difficulty of the assembly operation. Furthermore, the engagement also restricts the movement of the air vent grille 2 relative to the panel component 1 along the width direction of the air vent grille 2, reducing the swaying of the air vent grille 2 and improving the assembly stability of the air vent grille 2.

[0117] Alternatively, as shown in Figures 15-17, the limiting structure 231 engages with the third mating structure 131 by moving the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1 in the direction from the first mating part 11 to the second mating part 12, thereby restricting the relative movement of the air outlet grille 2 and the panel component 1 in the inward and outward directions.

[0118] When the air outlet grille 2 is assembled onto the panel component 1, the air outlet grille 2 moves relative to the panel component 1 along the direction from the first mating part 11 to the second mating part 12. The limiting structure 231 and the third mating structure 131 can be inserted and engaged during the assembly of the air outlet grille 2, thereby completing the engagement between the limiting structure 231 and the third mating part 10 and reducing the difficulty of the assembly operation.

[0119] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 4 and 14, the air conditioner 100 includes an air guide assembly 3, which is located at the air outlet 1a. The air outlet grille 2 is located on the outside of the air guide assembly 3. The air guide assembly 3 includes an air guide plate 31, the length direction of which is consistent with the length direction of the air outlet grille 2. The air guide plate 31 includes a rotating shaft 32 extending along the length direction of the air guide plate 31. The rotating shaft 32 is disposed corresponding to the crossbeam 13 and is clamped by the crossbeam 13 in the inward and outward directions so that it can rotate relative to the crossbeam 13.

[0120] The air guide assembly 3 includes an air guide plate 31, which includes a rotating shaft 32 extending along the length of the air guide plate 31. The air guide plate 31 can rotate relative to the air outlet 1a to guide the airflow and improve the airflow delivery effect.

[0121] The crossbeam 13 is not only equipped with a third mating structure 131 that is assembled with the air outlet grille 2, but the crossbeam 13 is also used to clamp the rotating shaft 32, thereby improving the rotational stability of the air guide plate 31. This simplifies the structure and reduces its complexity.

[0122] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 4 and 14, the panel component 1 includes a panel support 14 and an outer panel 15, the outer panel 15 covering the panel support 14, the crossbeam 13 includes a panel beam 132 disposed on at least one of the panel support 14 and the outer panel 15, the crossbeam 13 also includes a pressure plate beam 133 assembled on the outside of the panel beam 132, and a decorative beam 134 covering the outside of the pressure plate beam 133, and a pivot 32 is clamped between the panel beam 132 and the pressure plate beam 133.

[0123] The exterior panel 15 is mounted on and connected to the panel support 14. Thus, the panel support 14 serves as the main structure connecting the panel component 1 to other components, and the exterior panel 15 serves as a decorative element mounted on the panel support 14. The crossbeam 13 includes a panel beam 132, which can be mounted on either the panel support 14 or the exterior panel 15. As shown in Figure 4, the panel beam 132 is mounted on the panel support 14.

[0124] The crossbeam 13 also includes a pressure plate beam 133. The panel beam 132 is located inside the rotating shaft 32, and the pressure plate beam 133 is located outside the rotating shaft 32. The panel beam 132 and the pressure plate beam 133 clamp the rotating shaft 32 to improve the rotational stability of the rotating shaft 32.

[0125] The crossbeam 13 also includes a decorative beam 134, which is located outside the pressure plate beam 133. The decorative beam 134 is isolated between the air outlet grille 2 and the pressure plate beam 133, which can reduce the interference between the air outlet grille 2 and the air guide assembly 3.

[0126] Optionally, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, the third mating structure 131 is located on the outside of the decorative beam 134. The panel beam 132 and pressure plate beam 133 on the inner side of the crossbeam 13 are used to limit the rotating shaft 32. The third mating structure 131 is arranged on the decorative beam 134 on the outer side of the crossbeam 13. The third mating structure 131 on the crossbeam 13 and the structure used to clamp the rotating shaft 32 are relatively independent, which can reduce interference and improve the working stability of the crossbeam 13.

[0127] For example, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, the third mating structure 131 is constructed as a mating shaft extending downwards. The mating shaft is provided on the outer side of the decorative beam 134. The lower end of the mating shaft is a free end. The limiting structure 231 is provided with a limiting through hole 2311 extending in the vertical direction. The air vent grille 2 moves relative to the panel component 1 from bottom to top so that the mating shaft is inserted into the limiting through hole 2311.

[0128] Alternatively, as shown in Figures 14 and 18, a third mating structure 131 is provided on the pressure plate beam 133, and a decorative beam 134 forms a clearance hole 1341 at the corresponding location of the third mating structure 131. The limiting structure 231 passes inward through the clearance hole 1341 to engage with the third mating structure 131. The third mating structure 131 is provided on the outer side of the pressure plate beam 133. The third mating structure 131 on the crossbeam 13 is relatively independent from the structure used to clamp the rotating shaft 32, which can reduce interference and improve the working stability of the crossbeam 13.

[0129] For example, as shown in Figures 14 and 18, the third mating structure 131 is constructed as a mating shaft extending in the vertical direction, the pressure plate beam 133 is provided with the mating shaft, the limiting structure 231 is constructed as a limiting retaining ring 2312, and the air outlet grille 2 moves from the outside to the inside relative to the panel component 1 so that the limiting retaining ring 2312 is engaged with the mating shaft.

[0130] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 1 and 3, the air conditioner 100 further includes a shielding panel 4, which is detachably mounted on the front side of the panel component 1, and the shielding includes a mating part 10 of the locking mechanism 111.

[0131] The shielding panel 4 is installed on the front side of the panel component 1. The shielding panel 4 shields the locking mechanism 111, which can improve the overall integrity of the air conditioner 100 and protect the locking mechanism 111 at the rear, preventing accidental unlocking of the locking mechanism 111.

[0132] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 3 and 19, an interference portion 41 protrudes from the inner side of the shielding panel 4. When the locking mechanism 111 is in the unlocked state, the locking mechanism 111 interferes with the interference portion 41. When the locking mechanism 111 is in the locked state, the locking mechanism 111 avoids the interference portion 41.

[0133] When the locking mechanism 111 is in the unlocked state, it interferes with the interference part 41, preventing the shielding panel 4 from being assembled with the panel component 1. This serves as a reminder and prevents the shielding panel 4 from being assembled to the front of the panel component 1 and obstructing the locking mechanism 111 while it is still in the unlocked state. When the locking mechanism 111 is in the locked state, it avoids the interference part 41, and the shielding panel 4 can be directly installed to the front of the panel component 1, protecting the locking mechanism 111.

[0134] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in FIG3, the shielding panel 4 is located below the air outlet grille 2. The upper end of the shielding panel 4 shields the front side of the lower end of the air outlet grille 2, and the upper end of the shielding panel 4 is limited to cooperate with the lower end of the air outlet grille 2 to restrict the relative movement of the shielding panel 4 and the air outlet grille 2 in the vertical direction.

[0135] The upper end of the shielding panel 4 blocks the front side of the lower end of the air outlet grille 2 and engages with the lower end of the air outlet grille 2 to limit the relative movement of the shielding panel 4 and the air outlet grille 2 in the vertical direction. Furthermore, this design allows the shielding panel 4 and the air outlet grille 2 to move together in the vertical direction, thus ensuring the designed clearance between the shielding panel 4 and the air outlet grille 2.

[0136] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in FIG19, a limiting buckle 42 is provided at the upper end of the shielding panel 4. As shown in FIG11, a limiting hole 214 is provided at the lower end of the air outlet grille 2. The limiting buckle 42 extends into the limiting hole 214 and engages with the edge of the limiting hole 214 to restrict the relative movement of the shielding panel 4 and the air outlet grille 2 in the vertical direction, and also to restrict the forward movement of the air outlet grille 2 relative to the panel component 1.

[0137] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in FIG19, the shielding panel 4 is hooked and engaged with the panel component 1 by a downwardly extending hook structure 43 at the lower end of the shielding panel 4.

[0138] By hooking the shielding panel 43 to the panel component 1, when the shielding panel 4 is driven upward by the air outlet grille 2, the hooking structure 43 can also maintain the hooking engagement with the panel component 1, thereby improving the stability of the engagement between the shielding panel 4, the air outlet grille 2 and the panel component 1.

[0139] In some embodiments of this application, the left and right sides of the shielding panel 4 are engaged with the panel component 1 by a rearwardly extending snap-fit ​​structure, so as to restrict the forward movement of the shielding panel 4 relative to the panel component 1, thereby improving the assembly stability of the shielding panel 4 and the panel component 1.

[0140] In some other embodiments of this application, the two mounting portions 20 are respectively the first mounting portion 21 and the second mounting portion 22, and the two mating portions 10 are respectively the first mating portion 11 and the second mating portion 12. The length direction of the air outlet grille 2 is the vertical direction. The first mounting portion 21 is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille 2, and the second mounting portion 22 is located at the upper end of the air outlet grille 2. The first mating portion 11 corresponds to the first mounting portion 21 and includes a locking mechanism 111. The upper part of the shielding panel 4 has the first mating portion 11, and the lower part of the shielding panel 4 has the second mating portion 12. The first mounting portion 21 has a first limiting portion, and the first mating portion 11 has a second limiting portion. The first mating portion 11 and the first limiting portion are inserted in the front-back direction to restrict the relative movement of the air outlet grille 2 and the shielding panel 4 in the vertical direction. The second mating portion 12 is inserted downward into the second limiting portion to restrict the relative movement of the shielding panel 4 relative to the panel component 1 in the front-back direction.

[0141] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 20 and 21, the shielding panel 4 is located below the air vent grille 2 and includes: a panel member 44 and a decorative member 45. The back side of the panel member 44 is provided with a side frame 441 and a lower frame 442. The side frame 441 extends in the vertical direction. There are two side frames 441, which are spaced apart in the horizontal direction. The side of the two side frames 441 that is far away from each other in the horizontal direction is the outer side of the side frame 441. The lower frame 442 extends in the horizontal direction and connects between the lower ends of the two side frames 441. The decorative member 45 is provided on the back side of the panel member 44 and includes a side decorative strip 451 and a lower decorative strip 452. The side decorative strip 451 extends in the vertical direction and there are two of them, which respectively surround the outer side of the two side frames 441. The lower decorative strip 452 extends in the horizontal direction and connects between the lower ends of the two side decorative strips 451 and surrounds the lower side of the lower frame 442.

[0142] In related technologies, for the sake of aesthetics and airtightness, decorative parts are set at the junction of the panel and the panel bracket in air conditioners. The mainstream practice is to mold the decorative parts and the panel bracket as one piece, and then fix the panel to the panel bracket with screws. This practice not only easily causes damage to the appearance, but also increases the processing difficulty of the panel bracket.

[0143] In the technical solution of this application, the decorative part 45 is treated as a separate component, which reduces the processing difficulty of the panel bracket 14. The decorative part 45 is located on the back side of the panel part 44, so it will not obstruct or damage the opposite side. Then, the decorative part 45 is assembled and connected to the panel part 44. At least part of the outer side of the decorative part 45 constitutes the appearance side of the panel part 1. Thus, the panel part 44 and the decorative part 45 constitute the overall appearance of the panel part 1. Therefore, when the panel part 1 is assembled with the panel bracket 14, the appearance will not be damaged due to friction or collision between the components constituting the appearance. In addition, the separate manufacturing of the decorative part 45 and the panel part 44 allows them to be replaced or repaired separately, without having to replace the entire panel part 1 due to the damage of one component. This reduces maintenance costs and improves the maintainability and service life of the air conditioner 100. Furthermore, the assembly and connection of the decorative part 45 and the panel part 44 also enhances the structural strength of the obstructing panel 4 to a certain extent, improving its durability.

[0144] The side decorative strip 451 effectively conceals the assembly connection structure of the side frame 441, ensuring that only the clean decorative surface is visible when viewing the product from both sides. This guarantees a consistent visual experience from both angles and significantly enhances the overall aesthetics of the product. The assembly connection between the side decorative strip 451 and the side frame 441 not only serves a decorative purpose but also, to a certain extent, strengthens the structural stability of the shielding panel 4, improving its durability and lifespan.

[0145] The lower frame 442 connects to the lower ends of the two side frames 441, thus forming a U-shaped structure composed of the two side frames 441 and the lower frame 442. This enhances the overall structural strength of the frame and provides a foundation for the assembly of the lower decorative strip 452. The lower decorative strip 452 surrounds the lower side of the lower frame 442, effectively concealing the assembly connection structure of the lower frame 442. This ensures that only the clean decorative surface is visible when viewing the product from below, providing a consistent visual experience from all angles and greatly improving the overall aesthetics of the product. The assembly connection between the lower decorative strip 452 and the lower frame 442 not only serves a decorative purpose but also enhances the structural stability of the shielding panel 4 to a certain extent, improving its durability and service life.

[0146] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 20 and 21, the side frame 441 has a first insertion structure 4411, and the side decorative strip 451 has a second insertion structure 4511. The first insertion structure 4411 helps to define a bottom-open slot 44111. The second insertion structure 4511 is inserted into the slot 44111 by the upward movement of the decorative member 45 relative to the panel member 44, so as to restrict the relative movement of the side frame 441 and the side decorative strip 451 in the left-right direction. The lower frame 442 has a first snap-fit ​​structure 4421, and the lower decorative strip 452 has a second snap-fit ​​structure 4521. The second snap-fit ​​structure 4521 engages with the first snap-fit ​​structure 4421 by the upward movement of the decorative member 45 relative to the panel member 44, so as to restrict the relative movement of the lower frame 442 and the lower decorative strip 452 in the up-down direction.

[0147] The side frame 441 and the side decorative strip 451 are connected by a plug-in joint. The side decorative strip 451 can be quickly and accurately installed onto the side frame 441, while ensuring a firm connection between the side decorative strip 451 and the side frame 441. Even under external force, it can maintain a stable assembly state and is not easy to fall off or loosen. The first plug-in structure 4411 helps to define the bottom open slot 44111, so that the second plug-in structure 4511 can be easily inserted into the slot 44111 from the top and bottom, realizing the rapid assembly of the side frame 441 and the side decorative strip 451.

[0148] The lower frame 442 and the lower decorative strip 452 are connected by a snap-fit ​​mechanism. This snap-fit ​​structure allows the lower decorative strip 452 to be quickly and easily assembled with the lower frame 442 without complicated fixing steps or tools. During installation, the user or installer simply aligns the lower decorative strip 452 with the lower frame 442 and applies upward force to snap it into place, greatly saving assembly time. Once assembled, the snap-fit ​​structure provides a stable connection, ensuring that the lower decorative strip 452 and the lower frame 442 will not easily loosen or fall off due to external forces. This stable connection also helps to improve the structural strength and service life of the entire shielding panel 4.

[0149] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in Figures 22 and 23, the air conditioner 100 includes: a rear housing component 100b and a front panel component 100a. The front panel component 100a is disposed on the front side of the rear housing component 100b and includes a panel component 1 and an air outlet grille 2. The panel component 1 includes a panel bracket 14 and an exterior panel 15. The panel bracket 14 defines an air outlet frame 1a. The exterior panel 15 covers the panel bracket 14 and is assembled and connected to the panel bracket 14. The panel bracket 14 is assembled and connected to the rear housing component 100b.

[0150] In related technologies, the air conditioner 100 typically includes a panel component 1 comprising a panel bracket 14 and an exterior panel 15. The exterior panel 15 usually serves as the main structure connecting to other components (e.g., top cover, chassis, display component 6, rear housing component 100b), while the panel bracket 14 typically functions as an air duct fixed to the exterior panel 15 and does not serve as the main structure bearing loads or connecting other components. This leads to the following problems:

[0151] In terms of manufacturing, the exterior panel serves as the main structure connecting other components. For example, when connecting with the rear box component, multiple connection and fixing structures need to be arranged on both sides of the exterior panel along its length. The demolding method is a slanted ejector or a slider. Under the existing mold process conditions, after the exterior panel is textured, dense stress marks easily appear on both sides, resulting in appearance defects on both sides of the exterior panel and seriously affecting the product's appearance. In addition, the panel bracket can only be attached to the exterior panel and also serves as part of the air duct function, but does not bear the function of bearing force or connecting other components. This causes the exterior panel to bear a lot of force and the function of connecting other components, which makes the shape of the exterior panel limited by many connection structures and strength reinforcement structures, making it difficult to make very complex shapes.

[0152] Regarding product transportation, if the entire product is subjected to collisions or drops during transport and handling, the exterior panel, as the main connecting structure, will bear a significant impact, making it easy for its connections to other components to loosen, and the product to disintegrate during transportation. To solve the problem of insufficient connection strength, each connecting structure needs to be reinforced. However, as the exterior surface, reinforcing the connecting structures will result in many traces of the connecting structures appearing on the exterior surface, and the area of ​​the exterior surface will be significantly reduced.

[0153] In the technical solution of this application, by assembling and connecting the panel bracket 14 with the rear box component 100b, and covering and assembling the exterior panel 15 over the panel bracket 14, the panel bracket 14 serves as the main structure for connecting the panel component 1 to other components. The exterior panel 15, as an exterior decorative element 45, covers and is fixed to the panel bracket 14. Since most of the connecting structures are located on the panel bracket 14, the number of connecting structures on the exterior panel 15 is significantly reduced. Therefore, the risk of appearance defects such as stress marks on the exterior panel 15 is significantly reduced, and the strength requirements for the exterior panel 15 itself are also greatly reduced. On the other hand, because the connecting structures on the panel bracket 14 are shielded by the exterior panel 15, the strength of the connecting structures can be increased without constraint, without considering the reduction in appearance area caused by excessive connecting structures. In summary, by using the panel bracket 14 as the main structure for connecting the panel component 1 to other components, the problems of appearance defects such as stress marks on the panel surface and insufficient strength of the connecting structures are solved.

[0154] In addition, the panel bracket 14 is no longer limited to the structure of the air duct, but can also be used as part of the appearance design. Its shape and structure are more complex and varied than the appearance panel 15, which improves the malleability of the product design, makes the product design more novel and unique, and enhances the product's competitiveness in the market.

[0155] It is worth noting that the panel bracket 14 is assembled and connected to the rear box component 100b, and the exterior panel 15 is assembled and connected to the panel bracket 14. Assembly connection means that the two are two separate parts, which are connected together by assembly, such as screw connection, snap connection, welding, etc.

[0156] It is also worth noting that the appearance panel 15 covering the panel support 14 means that the appearance panel 15 covers the outside of the panel support 14. However, this does not mean that the appearance panel 15 completely encloses the panel support 14. That is, the appearance panel 15 can partially or completely cover the outside of the panel support 14. The appearance panel 15 partially covering the outside of the panel support 14 can both shield the various connecting structures on the panel support 14 from being exposed to the user's view, thereby improving the user experience, and not hinder the connection between the panel support 14 and other components, thereby improving the connection strength. It is worth noting that the appearance panel 15 covering the panel support 14 does not mean that the appearance panel 15 is perfectly matched with the panel support 14. The appearance panel 15 simply covers or wraps around the panel support 14, and the appearance panel 15 can have its own shape. In addition, it does not mean that the appearance panel 15 is also a one-piece molded part. The appearance panel 15 can be formed by combining multiple components (such as the side panel 151, top plate 152, bottom plate 153, etc. mentioned below) to form a cover over the panel support 14.

[0157] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in FIG24, the panel support 14 includes two side frame portions 141, a top frame portion 142, and a bottom frame portion 143. The length direction of the side frame portion 141 extends in the vertical direction, and the width direction of the side frame portion 141 extends in the front-back direction. The rear end of the side frame portion 141 is assembled and connected to the rear box component 100b. The top frame portion 142 is connected between the upper ends of the two side frame portions 141 and is front-back opposite to the upper end of the rear box component 100b. The bottom frame portion 143 is connected between the lower ends of the two side frame portions 141 and is front-back opposite to the lower end of the rear box component 100b. The exterior panel 15 includes two side panels 151, a top plate 152, and a bottom plate 153. The two side panels 151 respectively cover the outer side of the two side frame portions 141. The top plate 152 is located above the top frame portion 142, and the bottom plate 153 is located below the bottom frame portion 143.

[0158] By providing the side bracket 141, the air outlet 1a is stably fixed and supported, improving the overall structural strength and safety of the air conditioner 100. Furthermore, the side bracket 141 provides space for the connection structure between the panel bracket 14 and the rear casing component 100b, thereby increasing the connection strength between them. The rear end of the side bracket 141 is conveniently and quickly connected to the rear casing component 100b without occupying space from other panel brackets 14. The two side panels 151 cover the outer sides of the two side brackets 141, concealing the connection structure on the side brackets 141 and forming the side appearance of the air conditioner 100, resulting in a cleaner and simpler appearance.

[0159] By providing the top bracket 142, the upper part of the panel support 14 forms a more stable frame structure, which helps to improve the overall integrity and stability of the air conditioner 100. In addition, the top bracket 142 can also be provided with a connection structure to the top cover component, strengthening the overall connection of the air conditioner 100. The exterior panel 15 also includes a top plate 152, which is located above the top bracket 142. The top plate 152 not only covers and protects the internal components, but also effectively prevents the intrusion of external factors such as dust and moisture, thus protecting the safety of the internal components.

[0160] By setting the base frame 143, the lower part of the panel bracket 14 forms a more stable frame structure, which helps to improve the overall integrity and stability of the air conditioner 100. In addition, the base frame 143 can also be provided with a connection structure to the chassis components, strengthening the overall connection of the air conditioner 100. The exterior panel 15 also includes a base plate 153, which is located below the base frame 143. The base plate 153 further enhances the protection of the bottom of the equipment, effectively preventing external factors such as dust and moisture from corroding the internal components of the equipment. At the same time, the base plate 153 also plays a role in sound insulation and vibration damping, improving the user experience.

[0161] In the above technical solution, the panel bracket 14 includes two side bracket portions 141, a top bracket portion 142 and a bottom bracket portion 143 connected between the two side bracket portions 141, forming a stable cuboid structure that provides stable protection for the components installed therein; it also provides a good connection foundation for other components connected to it, which helps to improve the overall connection strength of the air conditioner 100. In addition, when the exterior panel 15 also has side panels 151, a top panel 152 and a bottom panel 153, it can be fitted onto the outside of the cuboid structure of the panel bracket 14, providing all-round coverage of the panel bracket 14.

[0162] In some embodiments of this application, as shown in FIG23, the front panel component 100a further includes a display panel 5, which is located above the air outlet grille 2. The display panel 5 is mounted on a panel bracket 14, and the panel bracket 14 forms a clearance opening 144 at the corresponding display panel 5. The air conditioner 100 also includes a display component 6, which is mounted on the panel bracket 14 and is opposite to the clearance opening 144.

[0163] The height of the display panel 5 is just at eye level with the user, which allows the display panel 5 to clearly display the content of the display component 6 (such as temperature, humidity, working mode, etc.), and also makes it easier for the user to observe the information on the display panel 5, to understand the operating status of the device more intuitively, and to improve the intelligence of the device and the user experience.

[0164] The clearance 144 provides installation space for the display component 6 while avoiding interference with the display panel 5, allowing the display panel 5 to remain on the same continuous surface as the air vent grille 2 without protruding from other front panel components 100a.

[0165] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0166] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0167] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0168] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0169] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0170] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this application, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An air conditioner, wherein, include: A panel component, the panel component including an air outlet frame; An air outlet grille is detachably connected to the panel component and covers the air outlet frame opening; The panel component includes a locking mechanism that can be switched between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the locking mechanism locks the air outlet grille to prevent the air outlet grille from being disassembled relative to the panel component.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein, The air vent grille has mounting portions at both ends of its length, and the panel component has a mating portion that mates with each mounting portion. At least one of the mating portions includes the locking mechanism, which engages with the corresponding mounting portion in the locked state.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 2, wherein, The locking mechanism includes a first mating part, and the mounting part corresponding to the first mating part is a first mounting part. In the locked state, the locking mechanism prevents the first mounting part from moving outward toward the air outlet grille to separate from the first mating part.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 3, wherein, Another mounting portion opposite to the first mounting portion along the length direction of the air outlet grille is a second mounting portion, and the mating portion corresponding to the second mounting portion is a second mating portion. The second mounting portion is engaged with the second mating portion by moving the air outlet grille relative to the panel component in the direction from the first mating portion to the second mating portion. The second mating portion restricts the movement of the second mounting portion in the inward and outward directions of the air outlet grille. Alternatively, the second mounting portion is engaged with the second mating portion by pressing the air outlet grille relative to the panel component from the outside to the inside. The second mating portion restricts the movement of the second mounting portion in the inward and outward directions of the air outlet grille.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 3 or 4, wherein, The locking mechanism includes a slider or a knob, and the locking mechanism also includes a locking pin. The locking mechanism drives the locking pin to move between a limiting position and a clearance position by sliding the slider or rotating the knob. The locking pin stops the first mounting part in the limiting position to prevent the first mounting part from moving towards the outside of the air outlet grille. The locking pin avoids the first mounting part in the clearance position.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 5, wherein, The length direction of the air outlet grille is vertical. The first mounting part is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille and includes a handle. The handle defines a handle groove with an open bottom. The handle includes an outer plate and an inner plate located on the inner and outer sides of the handle groove. The handle groove is formed between the inner plate and the outer plate. The first mating part is located below the air outlet grille. The locking pin moves vertically between the limiting position and the clearance position in the vertical direction. The locking pin extends into the handle groove at the limiting position and stops the inner plate from moving outward. The locking pin moves downward away from the handle groove at the clearance position.

7. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 4-6, wherein, When the second mounting portion is configured to engage with the second mounting portion by moving the air vent grille relative to the panel component in a direction from the first mounting portion to the second mounting portion, the second mounting portion includes a limiting protrusion protruding in a direction away from the first mounting portion, and the second mounting portion defines a limiting groove opening in a direction towards the air vent grille, the limiting protrusion being inserted into the limiting groove in a direction from the first mounting portion to the second mounting portion.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 7, wherein, The length direction of the air outlet grille is vertical. The second mounting part is located at the upper end of the air outlet grille. The limiting protrusion protrudes upward and has a locking protrusion at the upper end that protrudes towards the inner or outer side of the air outlet grille. The corresponding side wall of the limiting groove is provided with a locking step, and the locking protrusion abuts against the top of the locking step.

9. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 4-8, wherein, The length direction of the air outlet grille is vertical. The first mounting part is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille. A mating groove is formed on the first mounting part. An outwardly protruding protrusion is formed on the first mating part. The mating groove is fitted onto the protrusion facing the inner side of the air outlet grille. The protrusion provides at least an upward supporting force to the air outlet grille.

10. The air conditioner according to claim 9, wherein, The protrusions are multiple and spaced apart along the width direction of the air outlet grille. The mating slots are multiple and correspond one-to-one with the protrusions to restrict the movement of the air outlet grille relative to the panel component along the width direction of the air outlet grille.

11. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 4-10, wherein, The length direction of the air outlet grille is vertical. The first mounting part is located at the lower end of the air outlet grille. The first mating part includes an elastic cantilever. The free end of the elastic cantilever is located above the fixed end and can elastically swing relative to the fixed end along the inner and outer directions of the air outlet grille. The first mounting part includes a locking part. The free end of the elastic cantilever elastically stops on the outside and bottom of the locking part.

12. The air conditioner according to claim 11, wherein, The elastic cantilever is two in number and arranged along the width of the air outlet grille. The two elastic cantilever extends from bottom to top in a direction away from each other, so that the fixed ends of the two elastic cantilever are close to each other and the free ends of each elastic cantilever are far from each other. The elastic cantilever is provided with reinforcing ribs at the fixed end and / or the free end; and / or the width of the elastic cantilever gradually increases from the free end to the fixed end.

13. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 3-12, wherein, The two mounting parts are respectively a first mounting part and a second mounting part, and the two mating parts are respectively a first mating part and a second mating part. The first mating part corresponds to the first mounting part and includes the locking mechanism. The air outlet grille includes a grille body. The grille body has a limiting structure protruding inward in the middle of its length direction. The air outlet frame opening has a crossbeam extending along the width direction of the air outlet grille and opposite to the limiting structure. The crossbeam has a third mating structure. The limiting structure engages with the third mating structure by moving the air outlet grille relative to the panel component from the outside to the inside, thereby restricting the movement of the air outlet grille relative to the panel component along the width direction of the air outlet grille. Alternatively, the limiting structure may engage with the third mating structure by moving the air outlet grille relative to the panel component in the direction from the first mating portion to the second mating portion, thereby restricting the relative movement of the air outlet grille and the panel component in the inward and outward directions.

14. The air conditioner according to claim 13, wherein, The air conditioner includes an air guide assembly located at the air outlet frame. The air outlet grille covers the outside of the air guide assembly. The air guide assembly includes an air guide plate whose length direction is consistent with the length direction of the air outlet grille. The air guide plate includes a rotating shaft extending along the length direction of the air guide plate. The rotating shaft is arranged corresponding to the crossbeam and is clamped by the crossbeam in the inward and outward directions so that it can rotate relative to the crossbeam.

15. The air conditioner according to claim 14, wherein, The panel component includes a panel support and an outer panel, the outer panel being covered over the panel support. The crossbeam includes a panel beam disposed on at least one of the panel support and the outer panel. The crossbeam also includes a pressure plate beam mounted on the outside of the panel beam and a decorative beam covering the outside of the pressure plate beam. The pivot is clamped between the panel beam and the pressure plate beam. The third mating structure is located on the outside of the decorative beam; Alternatively, the third mating structure is provided on the pressure plate beam, and the decorative beam forms an avoidance hole at the location corresponding to the third mating structure.

16. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 2-15, wherein, The air conditioner also includes a shielding panel, which is detachably mounted on the front side of the panel component and shields the mating portion including the locking mechanism.

17. The air conditioner according to claim 16, wherein, The inner side of the shielding panel has an interference portion protruding. When the locking mechanism is in the unlocked state, the locking mechanism interferes with the interference portion. When the locking mechanism is in the locked state, the locking mechanism avoids the interference portion.

18. The air conditioner according to claim 16 or 17, wherein, The shielding panel is located below the air outlet grille. The upper end of the shielding panel covers the front side of the lower end of the air outlet grille, and the upper end of the shielding panel is matched with the lower end of the air outlet grille to limit the relative movement of the shielding panel and the air outlet grille in the vertical direction. And / or, the shielding panel is hooked to the panel component via a downwardly extending hook structure at its lower end; and / or the left and right sides of the shielding panel are engaged with the panel component via a rearwardly extending snap-fit ​​structure, thereby restricting the forward movement of the shielding panel relative to the panel component.

19. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 16-18, wherein, The shielding panel is located below the air outlet grille and includes: A panel component, wherein a side frame and a bottom frame are provided on the back side of the panel component, the side frame extends in the vertical direction, there are two side frames and they are spaced apart in the horizontal direction, the side of the two side frames that is far away from each other in the horizontal direction is the outer side of the side frame, and the bottom frame extends in the horizontal direction and connects the lower ends of the two side frames. The decorative element is disposed on the back side of the panel and includes a side decorative strip and a lower decorative strip. The side decorative strip extends in the vertical direction and consists of two strips, which respectively surround the outer sides of the two side frames. The lower decorative strip extends in the horizontal direction and connects between the lower ends of the two side decorative strips and surrounds the lower side of the lower frame.

20. The air conditioner according to claim 19, wherein, The side frame has a first insertion structure, and the side decorative strip has a second insertion structure. The first insertion structure helps to define a slot with an open bottom. The second insertion structure is inserted into the slot by the upward movement of the decorative piece relative to the panel piece, so as to restrict the relative movement of the side frame and the side decorative strip in the left-right direction. The bottom frame has a first snap-fit ​​structure, and the bottom decorative strip has a second snap-fit ​​structure. The second snap-fit ​​structure engages with the first snap-fit ​​structure by the upward movement of the decorative piece relative to the panel piece, so as to restrict the relative movement of the bottom frame and the bottom decorative strip in the up-down direction.

21. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-20, wherein, The air conditioner includes: Rear box components; A front panel component is disposed on the front side of the rear housing component and includes the panel component and the air vent grille. The panel component includes a panel bracket and an exterior panel. The panel bracket defines the air vent opening. The exterior panel covers the panel bracket and is assembled and connected to the panel bracket. The panel bracket is assembled and connected to the rear housing component.

22. The air conditioner according to claim 21, wherein, The panel support includes two side frame parts, a top frame part, and a bottom frame part. The length of the side frame parts extends vertically, and the width of the side frame parts extends horizontally. The rear end of the side frame parts is assembled and connected to the rear box component. The top frame part is connected between the upper ends of the two side frame parts and is opposite to the upper end of the rear box component. The bottom frame part is connected between the lower ends of the two side frame parts and is opposite to the lower end of the rear box component. The exterior panel includes two side panels, a top plate, and a bottom plate. The two side panels respectively cover the outer sides of the two side frame parts. The top plate is located above the top frame part, and the bottom plate is located below the bottom frame part.

23. The air conditioner according to claim 21 or 22, wherein, The front panel component also includes a display panel located above the air vent grille. The display panel is mounted on the panel bracket, and the panel bracket has a clearance opening corresponding to the display panel. The air conditioner also includes a display component mounted on the panel bracket and opposite to the clearance opening.

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