DE102017221534A1 - Holding device for a heating device, as well as heating device with such a holding device - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a holding device (14) for a heating device, which is provided to receive a control unit (22). It is proposed that the holding device (14) has a receptacle (38) for a module (40) for expanding the control unit (22). The invention also relates to a heating device which has such a holding device (14).

Description

The present invention relates to a holding device for a heating device, which is intended to receive a control unit. The invention also relates to a heating device with such a holding device.

State of the art

The DE 10 2014 222 758 A1 discloses a device for controlling and / or regulating a heating or domestic appliance in a heating or domestic installation, comprising an operating device and a control panel, wherein the heating or domestic appliance has a housing with a flap, wherein the flap has a control for the heating or household appliance and makes it accessible to the outside. The control unit and the control panel should be separated from each other by the flap.

Disclosure of the invention

The present invention has the advantage that the holding device has a receptacle for a module for expanding the control unit, whereby the control unit can be flexibly expanded.

The features listed in the dependent claims advantageous developments of the invention according to the main claim are possible. Thus, the holding device has a receiving part, on which a cover is mounted, wherein the cover has the receptacle for the module for expanding the control unit, whereby the control unit can be flexibly extended by differently configured modules for expanding the control unit depending on the design of the cover.

It is advantageous if the holding device, in particular in and / or on the receptacle for the module for expanding the control unit, has a locking device for the module for expanding the control unit, whereby the module for expanding the control unit can be fixed.

It is also advantageous if the holding device, in particular the locking device, has at least one locking element and / or a receptacle for a locking element, whereby a simplified embodiment of the locking device is made possible.

It when the locking element U-shaped and / or the receptacle for the locking element is formed corresponding to a U-shaped locking element, whereby the assembly of the locking device is particularly simplified is particularly advantageous.

It is also advantageous if the locking element, in particular in the receptacle for the locking element, from a first to a second positions movable, preferably rotatable, is arranged, whereby a slight handle of the locking device is made possible.

It is also advantageous if the holding device, in particular the locking device, has a latching element, which is intended to fix the module for expanding the control unit, whereby an efficient fixation of the module for expanding the control unit is made possible.

It is particularly advantageous if the locking element is formed between the receptacle for the module for expanding the control unit and the receptacle for the locking element, whereby the locking device can act directly on the module for expanding the control unit.

It is particularly preferred if the latching element can be blocked by the locking element in a direction of movement, whereby a particularly efficient locking can take place.

It is advantageous if the module for expanding the control unit is introduced into the receptacle for the module for expanding the control unit and is in particular fixed by the locking device in the receptacle for the module for expanding the control unit, whereby the module for extending the control unit a particular can have stable hold.

It when the module for extending the control unit has a recess which is intended to cooperate with the locking device, in particular with the locking element, whereby the fixation of the module can be additionally improved is particularly advantageous.

The invention also relates to a heating device which has a holding device according to the preceding description.

list of figures

• 1 eine Darstellung eines Ausführungsbeispiels eines Teils einer Heizvorrichtung mit einer Haltevorrichtung zur Aufnahme einer Steuereinheit,
• 2 eine Darstellung des Ausführungsbeispiels aus 1 mit teilweise aufgeklappter Haltevorrichtung,
• 3 eine Darstellung des Ausführungsbeispiels aus den vorhergehenden Figuren mit vollständig aufgeklappter Haltevorrichtung,
• 4 eine Darstellung des Ausführungsbeispiels aus den vorhergehenden Figuren mit vollständig aufgeklappter Haltevorrichtung und aufgeklappter Abdeckung,
• 5 eine Darstellung des Ausführungsbeispiels aus den vorhergehenden Figuren mit abgenommener Haltevorrichtung,
• 6 eine Darstellung einer Haltevorrichtung gemäß den vorhergehenden Figuren mit einem Modul zur Erweiterung der Steuereinheit,
• 7 eine weitere Darstellung der Haltevorrichtung gemäß den vorhergehenden Figuren mit einem Eingebrachten Modul zur Erweiterung der Steuereinheit,
• 8 eine weitere Darstellung der Haltevorrichtung gemäß den vorhergehenden Figuren mit einem eingebrachten Modul zur Erweiterung der Steuereinheit,
• 9 eine weitere Darstellung der Haltevorrichtung gemäß den vorhergehenden Figuren mit einem Verriegelungselement außerhalb der dafür vorgesehenen Aufnahme,
• 10 eine Schnittdarstellung der Verriegelungseinrichtung der Haltevorrichtung gemäß den vorhergehenden Figuren,
• 11 eine Darstellung eines Verriegelungselements für eine Verriegelungseinrichtung der Haltevorrichtung gemäß den vorhergehenden Figuren,
• 12 eine weitere Darstellung des Verriegelungselements aus 10,
• 13 eine weitere Darstellung des Verriegelungselements aus 10 und 11,
• 14 eine weitere Darstellung des Verriegelungselements aus 10 bis 12,
• 15 eine weitere Schnittdarstellung der Verriegelungseinrichtung der Haltevorrichtung gemäß den 1 bis 10,
• 16 eine weitere Schnittdarstellung der Verriegelungseinrichtung 46 der Haltevorrichtung 14 gemäß den 1 bis 10,
• 17 eine Schnittdarstellung der Verriegelungseinrichtung 46 der Haltevorrichtung 14 gemäß den 1 bis 10 mit einem eingeschobenen Modul 10 zur Erweiterung der Steuereinheit 22.

In the figures, an embodiment of the invention is shown schematically in various ways and explained in more detail in the following description. Show it

• 1 a representation of an embodiment of a portion of a heating device with a holding device for receiving a control unit,
• 2 an illustration of the embodiment 1 with partially unfolded holding device,
• 3 a representation of the embodiment of the preceding figures with fully unfolded holding device,
• 4 a representation of the embodiment of the preceding figures with fully unfolded holding device and unfolded cover,
• 5 a representation of the embodiment of the preceding figures with removed holding device,
• 6 1 is a representation of a holding device according to the preceding figures with a module for expanding the control unit;
• 7 a further illustration of the holding device according to the preceding figures with an incorporated module for expanding the control unit,
• 8th a further illustration of the holding device according to the preceding figures with an introduced module for expanding the control unit,
• 9 a further illustration of the holding device according to the preceding figures with a locking element outside of the receptacle provided,
• 10 a sectional view of the locking device of the holding device according to the preceding figures,
• 11 an illustration of a locking element for a locking device of the holding device according to the preceding figures,
• 12 a further illustration of the locking element 10 .
• 13 a further illustration of the locking element 10 and 11 .
• 14 a further illustration of the locking element 10 to 12 .
• 15 a further sectional view of the locking device of the holding device according to the 1 to 10 .
• 16 a further sectional view of the locking device 46 the holding device 14 according to the 1 to 10 .
• 17 a sectional view of the locking device 46 the holding device 14 according to the 1 to 10 with an inserted module 10 to expand the control unit 22 ,

figure description

In 1 is an illustration of an embodiment of a part 10 a heating device, in the case shown a housing structure 12 the heater, with a holding device 14 for receiving a control unit 22 , or a housing 17 a control unit 22 , shown. The holding device 14 takes the control unit in the case shown 22 , or the housing 17 the control unit 22 , on, while the control unit 22 , or the housing 17 the control unit 22 , a control unit 23 which can be operated by a user. The housing structure 12 includes an air box 16 and two structural elements 18 ,

The holding device 14 has a receiving part 24 on. The control unit 22 , or the housing 17 the control unit 22 , is in the receiving part 24 brought in. The recording part 24 has two struts in the case shown 26 on, taking a picture 28 for the control unit 22 between the at least two struts 26 is trained. Through the struts 26 can the holding device 14 particularly stable and with a stable hold on the housing structure 12 be attached.

The holding device 14 for receiving the control unit 22 is on the heater, or on the housing structure 12 the heater, hinged, or hinged, attached. In the case shown, which is the holding device 14 in a closed position. She is in a lower area 19 the structural elements 18 and an upper area 21 the structural elements 18 attached.

In 2 is accordingly an illustration of the embodiment 1 with partially unfolded holding device 14 shown. In this case, the holding device 14 towards the front, or away from the heater, or the housing structure 12 the heater, hinged arranged.

It also recognizes that the structural elements 18 C-shaped. The holding device is via an axial bearing 20 (see also 5 ) in the lower area 19 the structural elements 18 swiveling, or folding, on the structural elements 18 appropriate.

In 3 is corresponding to a representation of the embodiment of the preceding figures with fully unfolded holding device 14 shown. The holding device 14 can be opened so far, until it protrudes 30 on the structural elements 18 is stopped, or until the struts 26 to the projections 30 bump and prevent further unfolding.

Is the holding device 14 in a closed position, this corresponds to an angle of 0 °. Is the holding device 14 completely unfolded, this corresponds, starting from the closed position of the holding device 14 , In the exemplary embodiment an angle of 84 °.

Next is in 3 shown that on the receiving part 24 a cover 32 is appropriate. The cover 32 is intended to protect electrical connections or electrical components from a fluid, especially against splashing water. This allows a technician to carry out maintenance or repair work on the heater, whereby it can be avoided that a short circuit caused by splashing.

In 4 is corresponding to a representation of the embodiment of the preceding figures with fully unfolded holding device 14 and unfolded cover 32 shown. The cover 32 is at the receiving part 24 in one of the recording 28 for the control unit 22 distant area 34 attached. So can the cover 24 be panned so that you have an opening area in one of the receptacles 28 for the control unit 22 near area 35 , in the case shown forward, can train. The cover is as a flap 36 educated.

The cover 32 , or the flap 36 , Is in the case shown with unfolded holding device 14 , in the direction of the heater, or the housing structure 12 , hinged, or hinged, attached, whereby the accessibility during installation or maintenance can be increased. With unfolded holding device 14 and unfolded cover 32 - as in 4 shown - has a technician from the front access to electrical connections of the control unit 22 and can make or inspect cabling needed there.

The holding device 14 is removable, or even replaceable, on the housing structure 12 appropriate. Accordingly, in 5 a representation of the embodiment of the preceding figures with removed holding device 14 shown. The holding device 14 is, in the case shown due to a clamping connection on the part of the housing structure 12 with the axial bearing 20 the holding device 14 , removable at all angles. Alternatively, it would also be conceivable that the holding device 14 For example, by means of a mold connection, at a certain angle, such as 45 °, is removable.

In 6 is an illustration of the holding device 14 according to the preceding figures with a module for expanding the control unit 22 shown. The holding device 14 is for a simplified representation without control unit 22 shown. It can be seen that the holding device 12 a recording 38 for a module 40 to expand the control unit 22 which causes the control unit 22 can be flexibly extended.

The control unit 22 can by means of the module 40 be extended both hardware technology and software. In the case shown, the module is 40 around an interface module 42 which provides wireless communication with the control unit 22 allows. Accordingly, the module 40 , or the interface module 42 , also as communication interface 44 be understood. Alternatively, it is also possible that the control unit 22 by means of the module to further functions, such as time setting programs for a more efficient operation of the heater is extended.

In the case shown, the cover points 32 , or the flap 36 , the recording 38 for the module 40 to expand the control unit 22 on. The module shown 40 can do so in the designated recording 38 be introduced. Match is in 7 a further illustration of the holding device 14 according to the preceding figures with an introduced module 40 to expand the control unit 22 shown.

There may be different modules 40 with different functions to extend the control unit 22 in the intended recording 38 the cover shown 32 be introduced. In addition, it is also possible the covers 32 replaced by a differently designed cover, whereby differently shaped modules to expand the control unit 22 can be introduced.

Furthermore, the holding device 14 , in the case shown on the recording 38 for the module 40 to expand the control unit 22 , a locking device 46 for the module 40 to expand the control unit 22 on. So the module can 40 in the designated recording 38 be fixed, which in turn provides a stable hold of the module 40 is possible.

In the case shown has locking device 46 a locking element 48 on, which for fixing the module 40 in the designated recording 38 can be operated.

Accordingly, in 8th a further illustration of the holding device 14 according to the preceding figures with an introduced module 40 to expand the control unit 22 shown. The locking element 48 is movable, in the case shown rotatably arranged. Here is the locking element 48 from a first to a second Position movable, causing the module 40 in the designated recording 38 is fixed.

While the locking element 48 in 7 located in the first position, which one for receiving the module 40 opened state corresponds, is the locking element 48 in 8th in the second position, which one for receiving the module 40 closed state corresponds.

When the locking device 46 in an open state, or the locking element 48 - according to 7 - located in the first position, the module can 40 in the designated recording 38 be introduced or, if it is already in the designated recording 38 is inserted, taken out again.

When the locking device 46 in a closed state, or the locking element 48 - according to 8th - located in the second position, the module can 40 not in the designated recording 38 be introduced or, if it is already in the designated recording 38 is inserted, can not be taken out again.

So is by the locking device 46 given a reliable mechanism that provides a stable fixation of the module 40 in the designated recording 38 with a simple handle.

In the case shown, the locking element 48 in a dedicated recording 50 brought in. To illustrate this is in 9 a further illustration of the holding device 14 according to the preceding figures with a locking element 48 outside the for the locking element 48 intended recording 50 shown. Accordingly, the locking device 46 formed in two parts.

The recording 50 for the locking element 48 is in the case shown on the recording 38 for the module 40 educated. It is corresponding to the locking element 48 educated. It includes a wall 52 on which the locking element 48 is put on.

The locking element 48 conversely, it is also corresponding to the recording provided for it 50 educated. Will the locking element 48 put on, it encloses the wall 52 which gives it a stable hold.

Accordingly, in 10 a sectional view of the locking device 46 the holding device 14 shown in the preceding figures. The section was in a yz plane according to 9 along the visible side of the wall 52 pulled, the locking element 48 in the case shown on the wall 52 is attached, or in the designated recording 50 located.

It can be seen that the wall 52 an opening 60 having. Furthermore one recognizes that the wall 52 a first recess 62 and a second recess 63 having.

In the case shown, the locking device is located 46 in a closed state. So is the locking element 48 - according to 8th - in the second position.

In the 11 to 14 are various perspective views of the locking element 48 shown. It can be seen that the locking element 48 is U-shaped. So has the locking element 48 a first leg 66 and a second leg 67 on which starting from a body 68 extend.

The locking element 48 is designed so flexible that the legs 66 . 68 when placing in the designated receptacle 50 , or when placing the locking element 48 on the wall 52 , spread, causing the locking element 48 relatively easy in the corresponding recordings 50 be introduced.

The locking element 48 also has an axial bearing 58 , in the case shown on the inside of the first leg 66 , on. This is intended to be in the opening 60 (see also 10 ) of the wall 52 to be introduced and a rotational movement of the locking element 48 to enable. Corresponding to the axial bearing 58 of the locking element 48 corresponding to the opening 60 the wall 52 educated

Furthermore, the locking element 48 a cam 64 , in the case shown on the inside of the first leg 66 , on. This is intended, depending on the position of the locking element 48 , in the first recess 62 or the second recess 63 (see also 10 ) of the wall 52 latched to allow a fixed positioning of the locking element in the first and second positions. Accordingly, the cam is 64 corresponding to the recesses 62 the wall 52 educated.

Is this the locking element 48 in the first position, which is an open state of the locking device 46 corresponds, so is the cam 64 of the locking element 48 in the first recess 62 engaged. Is located the locking element 48 in the second position, which is a closed state of the locking device 46 corresponds, so is the cam 64 of the locking element 48 - as in 10 indicated - in the second recess 63 engaged. Due to the flexibility of the locking element 48 In turn, the first leg can become 66 the locking device 46 starting from the wall 52 bend outward causing the cam 64 upon actuation of the locking element 48 from the respective recesses 62 . 63 can lift out. As a result, a slight switching of the locking element 48 between the first and second position allows.

As already explained, the locking element 48 formed so flexible that the legs 66 . 67 when putting on the wall 52 spread, causing the insertion of the locking element 48 in the designated recording 50 is simplified. In addition, the introduction of the locking element 48 in the designated recording 50 by insertion bevels 70 simplified. These are in the case shown at the axial bearing 58 , at the nock 64 and on the thighs 66 . 67 of the locking element 48 trained, as well as on the wall 52 the recording 50 for the locking element 48 ,

Furthermore, the locking element 48 a lever 54 on, by which it can be operated. In addition, the locking element 48 structural markings 56 on which the directions of movement for movement in the first or second position of the locking element 48 , or in the closed or opened state of the locking device 46 pretend.

In addition, the locking element has 48 a third recess 72 on. The third recess 72 is on the outside of the second leg 63 of the locking element 48 educated. In addition, the locking element 48 a survey 74 on. The assessment 74 is also on the outside of the second leg 67 of the locking element 48 educated. The third recess 72 and the survey 74 of the locking element 48 are formed adjacent to each other.

In 15 is a further sectional view of the locking device 46 the holding device 14 according to the 1 to 10 shown. The section was in an xz plane according to 9 through the axial bearing 58 of the locking element 48 pulled, the locking element 48 in the case shown on the wall 52 is attached, or in the designated recording 50 located.

It can be seen that the holding device 14 , In the case shown, the locking device 46 , a catch element 76 having. The locking element is provided for the module 40 to expand the control unit 22 in the designated recording 38 to fix, resulting in a particularly good fixation of the module 40 can be reached.

The locking element 76 is between the recording 38 for the module 40 and the recording 50 for the locking element 48 educated. In the case shown is the locking element 76 opposite to the wall 52 educated. Because the locking element 48 on the wall 52 is placed in the case shown, the locking element is also opposite to the third recesses 72 educated.

At the locking element 76 it is in the case shown a spring tongue 78 , Also, the locking element 76 , or the spring tongue 78 as a snap-hook 80 be understood. The locking element 76 has its own cam 82 on.

In the case shown is the locking device 46 in an open state, or the locking element 48 in the first position. In the first position of the locking element 48 the third recess extends 72 corresponding to the extension of the opposing locking element 76 , or the opposite spring tongue 48 , whereby sufficient space is available, so that the locking element 76 , or the spring tongue 78 , to record 38 for the locking element 48 out, or from the recording 38 for the module 40 away, moving, or bending, can.

So it allows the locking element 76 in this case, by its movement, or bending, for recording 38 for the locking element 48 out, or from the recording 38 for the module 40 gone, the module 40 insert. Likewise, it allows the locking element 76 in this case, by its movement, or bending, for recording 38 for the locking element 48 out, or from the recording 38 for the module 40 off to take out the module.

Furthermore one recognizes in 15 that in the for the module 40 intended recording 38 a protective cover 81 is formed, which is provided for recording 38 when the module is not inserted 40 to protect against dirt, such as dust. In the case shown, the protective cover 81 detachably arranged. Alternatively, it would also be conceivable that the protective cover 81 hinged in the receptacle, which when inserting the module 40 unfolds, leaving the module 40 can be inserted.

In 16 is a further sectional view of the locking device 46 the holding device 14 according to the 1 to 10 shown. As already in 15 the cut was made in an xz plane according to 9 through the axial bearing 58 of the locking element 48 pulled, the locking element 48 in the case shown on the wall 52 is attached, or in the designated recording 50 located.

Unlike the in 15 shown case, located in the 16 Case shown the locking device 46 in a closed state, or the locking element 48 in the second position. In this case, the recesses extend 72 the locking element 48 obliquely to the extension of the opposite latching element 76 , As a result, no space is available so that the locking element 76 , or the spring tongue 78 , to record 38 for the locking element 48 out, or from the recording 38 for the module 40 away, moving, or bending, could. This is the locking element 76 through the locking element 48 blocked.

In the case shown, the locking element 76 even by the elevation 74 of the locking element 48 from the recording 50 for the locking element 48 away, or for recording 38 of the module 40 out, pushed or bent.

This prevents the locking element 76 in which 16 shown case, due to the blocking by the locking element 48 that the module 40 can be inserted. Likewise, the locking element prevents 76 in this case due to the blockage by the locking element 48 that one already in the designated recording 38 located module 40 can be taken out.

In 17 is a sectional view of the locking device 46 the holding device 14 according to the 1 to 10 with an inserted module 10 , In the case shown for a simplified illustration, only a housing 84 of the module 10 , to expand the control unit 22 shown. As already in 15 and 16 the cut was made in an xz plane according to 9 through the axial bearing 58 of the locking element 48 pulled, the locking element 48 in the case shown on the wall 52 is attached, or in the designated recording 50 located.

You can tell that the module 40 or the housing 84 of the module 40 , a separate recess 86 having. The recess 86 of the module 40 is intended to with the locking device 46 , In the case shown with the locking element 76 to cooperate.

In the case shown, the module is 40 or the housing 84 of the module 40 , completely in the designated receptacle 38 brought in. The locking device 46 is in the case shown in a closed state, or the locking element 48 in the second position, whereby the locking element 76 , as already explained, by the locking element 48 is blocked. Here is the locking element 76 with the cam 82 positively in the recess 86 of the module 40 engaged. Accordingly, the module 40 by means of the latching element 76 positive fit in the receptacle 38 for the module 40 held or fixed.

Alternatively, it would also be conceivable that the module 40 or the housing 84 of the module 40 , no recess 86 having. It would also be possible that the module 40 by means of the latching element 76 non-positively in the recording 38 for the module 40 held, or fixed, is.

In the case that the module 40 to expand the control unit 22 completely in the designated recording 38 is introduced, it is with the control unit 22 electrically and electronically connected. This instructs the module 40 electrical contacts 88 on (see also 6 ), which in the recording 38 for the module 40 located further electrical contacts 90 contact (see 17 ). The ones in the recording for the module 40 are in turn with the control unit 22 electronically and electrically connected (not shown), creating a connection between the module 40 and control unit 22 will be produced.

Because in 17 for a simplified representation, only the housing 84 of the module 40 is shown, are the electrical contacts 88 of the module 40 also not shown. So only those in the recording 38 for the module 40 located further electrical contacts 90 shown. The electrical contacts 88 of the module 40 However, you can see, as already mentioned, in 6 ,

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• DE 102014222758 A1 [0002]

Claims (12)

Holding device (14) for a heating device, which is provided to receive a control unit (22), characterized in that the holding device (14) has a receptacle (38) for a module (40) for expanding the control unit (22). Holding device (14) after Claim 1 , characterized in that the holding device (14) has a receiving part (24) on which a cover (32) is mounted, wherein the cover (32) the receptacle (38) for the module (40) for expanding the control unit (22 ) having. Holding device (14) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the holding device (14), in particular in and / or on the receptacle (38) for the module (40) for expanding the control unit (22), a locking device (46). for the module (40) for expanding the control unit (22). Holding device (14) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the holding device (14), in particular the locking device (46), at least one locking element (48) and / or a receptacle (50) for a locking element (48). Holding device (14) after Claim 4 , characterized in that the locking element (48) U-shaped and / or the receptacle (50) for the locking element (48) to a U-shaped locking element (48) is designed to correspond. Holding device (14) according to one of Claims 4 or 5 , characterized in that the locking element (48), in particular in the receptacle (50) for the locking element, from a first to a second positions movable, preferably rotatable, is arranged. Holding device (14) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the holding device (14), in particular the locking device (46), has a latching element (76) which is provided for expanding the control unit (22) of the module (40). to fix. Holding device (14) after Claim 7 , characterized in that the latching element (76) between the receptacle (38) for the module (40) for extending the control unit (22) and the receptacle (50) for the locking element (48) is formed. Holding device (14) according to one of Claims 7 or 8th , characterized in that the latching element (76) by the locking element (48) is blockable in a direction of movement. Holding device (14) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the module (40) for expanding the control unit (22) in the receptacle (38) for the module (40) for expanding the control unit (22) is introduced and in particular by the locking device (48) is fixed in the receptacle for the module (40) for expanding the control unit (22). Holding device (14) after Claim 10 , characterized in that the module (40) for widening the control unit (22) has a recess (86) which is intended to cooperate with the locking device (46), in particular with the locking element (76). Heating device which has a holding device (14) according to one of the preceding claims.

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