CN108301170B - A washing machine control panel and washing machine - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention discloses a washing machine control panel and a washing machine. The control panel includes a main control installation board, a decorative board and a computer board. The main control installation board is assembled on the box body of the washing machine, and the decorative board is assembled on the main control installation board. The decorative board is provided with a waterproof area, and the computer board is arranged in the waterproof area and connected with the decorative board. The computer board of the present invention is arranged in a waterproof area, and the waterproof area is formed by a waterproof mechanism and a decorative board, which can prevent water from entering and can lead water out, and can completely prevent water from flowing into the computer board along the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board. to prevent damage to the computer board.

Description

A washing machine control panel and washing machine

technical field

The invention belongs to the field of household washing machines, and in particular relates to a washing machine control panel and a washing machine.

Background technique

In the existing washing machine, a control panel is generally provided on the front, top or top of the shell of the washing machine. The control panel is provided with a plurality of control buttons for controlling the running state of the washing machine and a display window for displaying the working state of the washing machine. The control panel includes a main control installation board and a computer board. At the same time, in order to maintain the aesthetics of the overall design of the washing machine, a decorative board is also installed in the control panel of the washing machine. The decorative board is installed in front of the main control installation board, and the computer board is installed on the back of the main control installation board. The knobs or buttons outside the decorative panel allow users to operate or check the working status of the washing machine, which is convenient and beautiful.

The washing machine is generally placed in the bathroom, and the shell and decorative board are prone to splashing water. When the wet clothes are taken out of the washing machine or placed on the panel, the water flow can easily enter the internal computer board along the gap. In order to prevent water damage to the internal computer board, the external decorative surface is required to prevent water from entering the computer board.

For the current main control installation board with a decorative board, waterproofing has always been a technical problem. At present, ultrasonic welding or gluing can be used to fixedly connect the decorative board and the main control installation board, but ultrasonic welding is only suitable for small area fixing and the cost is high, while the gluing method has high process cost and high quality defect rate. From the perspective of cost, it is more common to connect the decorative board to the main control installation board by means of snaps, but this method will leave a gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board, and external water can easily enter the computer board through the gap. , causing damage and affecting the normal use of the washing machine. Therefore, there is a need for a control panel with a waterproof mechanism to prevent water from entering the internal electrical components.

The present invention has been made in view of this.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the deficiencies of the prior art and provide a washing machine control panel and a washing machine. The computer board of the present invention is arranged in a waterproof area formed by a waterproof mechanism. Avoid water flowing into the computer board along the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board, and damage the computer board.

In order to solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the basic conception of the technical scheme adopted in the present invention is:

The first object of the present invention is to provide a washing machine control panel, including a main control installation board, a decorative board and a computer board, the main control installation board is assembled on the box body of the washing machine, and the decorative board is assembled on the main control installation board. The decorative board is provided with a waterproof area, and the computer board is arranged in the waterproof area and connected with the decorative board.

In a further solution, the decorative board is provided with a waterproof mechanism, and the waterproof mechanism and the decorative board form a waterproof area.

In a further solution, the waterproof mechanism includes a waterproof rib, the waterproof mechanism includes a waterproof rib, a waterproof rib is arranged above the computer board on the decorative board, and a waterproof area is formed under the waterproof rib;

Preferably, one side of the waterproof rib is fixed to the back of the decorative board, and the other side extends to be flush with the back of the computer board or protrude from the back of the computer board.

In a further solution, the waterproof rib includes a horizontal waterproof rib and vertical waterproof ribs on both sides thereof, the horizontal waterproof rib and the vertical waterproof rib enclose a waterproof area, and the computer board is arranged in the waterproof area and connected with the decorative board;

Preferably, the inner circumference of the waterproof area matches the outer circumference of the computer board.

In a further solution, the horizontal waterproof rib is located above the computer board, and the height of the side where the horizontal waterproof rib is connected to the decorative board is lower than the height of the side extending to the back of the computer board; The height is lower than its middle.

In a further solution, the lower end of the vertical waterproof rib is bent to the outside of the waterproof zone to form a flow guide.

In a further solution, the computer board is detachably connected to the decorative board in the waterproof area. Preferably, the computer board is snap-connected to the decorative board in the waterproof area.

In a further solution, a snap block is provided in the waterproof area of the decorative board, and a protruding elastic structure is provided on the snap block; the computer board is provided with a snap hole matched with the snap block;

The clamping block in the waterproof zone is butted with the clamping hole. Under the action of external force, the elastic structure on the clamping block is deformed, so that the clamping block is inserted into the clamping hole, and the elastic structure is reset after passing through the clamping hole. It is limited to the other end of the snap hole to realize the connection between the decorative board and the computer board.

In a further solution, the exterior of the waterproof area of the decorative board is provided with a clamping block, and the corresponding position on the main control installation board is provided with a corresponding clamping hole; the decorative board is clamped with the main control installation board through the clamping block.

The second object of the present invention is to provide a control panel for a washing machine, including a main control installation board, a decorative board and a computer board. The main control installation board is assembled on the box body of the washing machine, and the decorative board is assembled on the main control installation board. The computer board is assembled on the back of the main control installation board, and a sealing structure is arranged between the decorative board and the main control installation board;

Preferably, the sealing structure is an elastic sealing ring.

The third object of the present invention is to provide a washing machine, which is provided with the above-mentioned washing machine control panel.

After adopting the above-mentioned technical scheme, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art:

1. The computer board of the present invention is arranged in the waterproof area of the decorative board, and the waterproof area is formed by the waterproof mechanism and the decorative board. The waterproof mechanism can prevent water from entering the computer board and can lead the water out, which can completely avoid the installation of water along the decorative board and the main control. The gap between the boards flows into the computer board, which damages the computer board and enhances the safety of the washing machine.

2. A sealing structure is provided between the decorative board and the main control installation board of the present invention, which can seal the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board, and can also prevent water from flowing along the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board. into the computer board and damage the computer board.

3. The computer board is detachably connected to the decorative board, which is easy to install and disassemble, easy to produce and easy to replace.

The specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

Description of drawings

The accompanying drawings, as a part of the present invention, are used to provide further understanding of the present invention, and the exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention, but do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments, and for those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can also be obtained from these drawings without any creative effort. In the attached image:

1 is an exploded view of a washing machine control panel with a waterproof area on a decorative panel of the present invention;

2 is a perspective view of the back of the decorative panel of the present invention;

3 is an exploded view of the control panel of the washing machine provided with a sealing structure according to the present invention;

4 is a schematic diagram of the back of the control panel of the washing machine provided with a sealing structure according to the present invention;

5 is a top view of the control panel of the washing machine provided with the sealing structure of the present invention.

In the picture: 1 main control installation board, 2 computer board, 3 decorative board, 4 waterproof mechanism, 5 waterproof area, 6 horizontal waterproof rib, 7 vertical waterproof rib, 8 diversion part, 9 clamping block, 10 clamping hole , 11 openings, 12 mounting holes, 13O-type sealing rings, 14 encoder shafts, 15 sealing grooves, 16 elastic structures.

It should be noted that these drawings and written descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention in any way, but to illustrate the concept of the present invention to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments.

Detailed ways

In order to make the purposes, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention, and the following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention , but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "inner", "outer", etc. The indicated orientation or positional relationship is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, which is only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the indicated device or element must have a specific orientation or a specific orientation. construction and operation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting the invention.

In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "installed", "connected" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, for example, it may be a fixed connection or a detachable connection Connection, or integral connection; it can be mechanical connection or electrical connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood in specific situations.

Example 1

As shown in FIG. 1 to FIG. 2 , this embodiment provides a control panel for a washing machine, including a main control installation board 1 , a decorative board 3 and a computer board 2 . The main control installation board 1 is assembled on the box of the washing machine, and the decorative board 3 It is assembled on the main control installation board 1 , the decorative board 3 is provided with a waterproof area 5 , and the computer board 2 is arranged in the waterproof area 5 and connected with the decorative board 3 .

The main control mounting plate 1 of the control panel of the washing machine in this embodiment is provided with a buckle, which can be assembled on the box on the washing machine. The decorative board 3 is placed in front of the main control installation board 1 and connected with the main control installation board 1 to protect and decorate. The computer board 2 is no longer assembled on the main control installation board 1, but is directly installed in the waterproof area inside the decorative board 3. The waterproof area blocks the water flow, or the water flow can be exported, so as to completely prevent water from entering the computer board 2; the computer board After the encoder shaft 14 of 2 passes through the installation hole on the decorative plate, the knob is placed on the encoder shaft in front of the decorative plate to control the washing machine program.

The waterproof area can be formed by partially protruding the back of the decorative panel, or formed by a waterproof mechanism provided in cooperation with the decorative panel, or the waterproof mechanism can independently form the waterproof area.

In order to match the way in which the computer board of this embodiment is installed in the waterproof area of the decorative board, the original position on the main control installation board 1 where the computer board 2 is installed is now set as an opening 11 matched with the waterproof area 5 of the decorative board. The outer periphery of the waterproof area 5 of the board can pass through the opening 11 into the inner side of the main control mounting board. Components such as installation holes and button holes on the main control installation board that cooperate with the computer board are directly arranged in the waterproof area on the back of the decorative board, which is convenient for matching with the computer board.

In a further solution, the decorative board is provided with a waterproof mechanism 4 , and the waterproof mechanism 4 and the decorative board 3 form a waterproof area 5 .

A waterproof mechanism is arranged on the inner side of the decorative board. The waterproof mechanism can be a waterproof platform arranged on the upper part of the decorative board, which can block the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board, so that a waterproof area is formed under the waterproof platform; the waterproof mechanism can also be wound in a circle. The waterproof rib encloses the waterproof area. The waterproof mechanism can also be a sealing ring for filling the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board. The waterproof mechanism can also be a waterproof cover with its own waterproof chamber. No matter what method, as long as it can block the water entering the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board, and avoid entering the computer board.

The computer board is embedded in the waterproof area and connected with the decorative board, which can be connected fixedly or detachably, which is more convenient for disassembly and assembly. In this way, the waterproof mechanism is located on the periphery of the computer board, and the waterproof mechanism does not occupy additional space, does not affect the space of other components in the assembly, and does not affect the appearance of the washing machine.

Embodiment 2

As shown in FIGS. 1-2 , this embodiment is a further limitation of Embodiment 1. The waterproof mechanism includes a waterproof rib, a waterproof rib is provided above the computer board 2 on the decorative board 3 , and a waterproof area 5 is formed under the waterproof rib.

After the decorative board and the main control installation board are installed, considering the gravity direction of the water, water will mainly enter from the gap above the decorative board and the main control installation board. In this embodiment, a waterproof rib that can block the gap above the decorative board and the main control installation board is provided at least above the computer board on the decorative board. The waterproof ribs can be set horizontally or around the computer board to prevent possible water ingress in all directions. Since water will not enter the bottom of the computer board, the bottom of the computer board, or the bottom of the waterproof area, can be provided with waterproof ribs or not. Therefore, the waterproof ribs can also be arranged in arcs, rectangles or squares, trapezoids, triangles, irregular settings, etc. The bottom sides of rectangles, squares, trapezoids, triangles, etc. can be set or not set. Or it can be any other form that can form a waterproof area for the computer board.

In a further solution, one side of the waterproof rib is fixed to the back of the decorative board 3 , and the other side extends to be flush with the back of the computer board 2 or protrude from the back of the computer board 2 .

One side of the waterproof rib is fixed to the back of the decorative board, and the other side extends at least to be flush with the back of the computer board, which can form a shield for the computer board. More preferably, the other side of the waterproof rib extends to protrude out of the computer board. The back of the board, so that even if there is water splashing on the edge of the waterproof rib, it will not affect the computer board.

In a further scheme, the waterproof rib includes a horizontal waterproof rib 6 and a vertical waterproof rib 7 on both sides thereof, the horizontal waterproof rib 6 and the vertical waterproof rib 7 enclose a waterproof area 5, and the computer board 2 is arranged in the waterproof area 5 and Connect with the decorative board 3.

The waterproof area enclosed by the horizontal waterproof ribs and the vertical waterproof ribs on both sides of this scheme is in the shape of a "mouth", or a "mouth" shape with a horizontal missing below. The transverse waterproof rib is a long strip horizontally arranged horizontally, and one side of the long side is seamlessly connected or integrally formed with the decorative board. The vertical waterproof rib is a vertically arranged elongated board, and one side of the same long side is seamlessly connected with the decorative board or integrally formed. There are two vertical waterproof ribs, which are respectively arranged on both sides of the horizontal waterproof ribs. The wide side of the vertical waterproof rib on each side is seamlessly connected or integrally formed with the wide side of the horizontal waterproof rib. In this way, a "mouth"-shaped frame is formed on the back of the decorative panel, or a "mouth"-shaped frame with a horizontal missing below is formed, and a waterproof area is formed in the frame.

After the decorative board is connected with the main control installation board, the horizontal waterproof rib and the vertical waterproof rib pass through the opening on the main control installation board and extend into the inner side to completely block the gap. The computer board is connected to the main control installation board in the waterproof area. The horizontal waterproof rib above the computer board blocks the water entering the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board. The water on the horizontal waterproof rib can be waterproofed vertically along both sides. Muscles flow out.

In a preferred solution, the inner circumference of the waterproof zone 5 matches the outer circumference of the computer board 2 . Setting in this way can save the space inside the control panel and minimize the space occupied.

In a further scheme, the lateral waterproof rib 6 is located above the computer board 2, and the height of the side where the lateral waterproof rib 6 is connected to the decorative board 3 is lower than the height of the side extending to the back of the computer board 2; The heights of the two ends connected by the waterproof rib are lower than the middle thereof. The transverse waterproof rib is the main waterproof mechanism and is set above the computer board. When wet clothes are placed on the decorative board, more water is likely to flow to the horizontal waterproof ribs along the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board, which requires guiding the water flow out to prevent the water from flowing to the back of the computer board.

The height of the connecting side of the horizontal waterproof rib and the decorative board is lower than the height of the side extending to the back of the computer board, that is, the height of the extension end of the horizontal waterproof rib is higher than the fixed end, so that the water can be collected to the side of the decorative board and avoid water from the side of the decorative board. The extension end of the horizontal waterproof rib flows out to the back of the computer board, which affects the computer board; vertical waterproof ribs are connected on both sides of the horizontal waterproof rib, and the height of the side where the horizontal waterproof rib and the vertical waterproof rib are connected is gradually lower than the middle part between the two ends. The height is preferably formed into an arch, which can guide the water to flow to both sides and export along the vertical waterproof ribs, so as to avoid water accumulation on the horizontal waterproof ribs.

The vertical waterproof rib can be arranged vertically or obliquely. Alternatively, the horizontal waterproof rib and the vertical waterproof rib are integrally formed to form an arch, a waterproof area is formed below the arched waterproof rib, and the decorative board is installed in the waterproof area. In this way, even if water enters the gap, it can be quickly led out along the arched waterproof rib to prevent water from entering the computer board.

In a further solution, the lower end of the vertical waterproof rib 7 is bent to the outside of the waterproof area 5 to form a flow guide portion 8 .

The purpose of the diversion part of this scheme is to guide the incoming water, avoid entering the waterproof area, and avoid affecting the computer board. Therefore, the diversion part can be formed by skimming the lower end of the vertical waterproof rib to the outside of the waterproof zone, or it can be vertical The lower end of the waterproof rib is smoothly bent and extended to the level, and then the water flow is exported.

Embodiment 3

As shown in Figures 1-2, this embodiment is a further limitation of Embodiment 1 and Embodiment 2. The computer board 2 in this embodiment is detachably connected to the decorative board 3 in the waterproof area. Preferably, the computer board 2 is connected to The decorative board 3 in the waterproof area is snap-connected.

The computer board is directly connected to the decorative board in the waterproof area. On the one hand, fixing the computer board in the waterproof area can achieve the best waterproof effect. On the other hand, it also simplifies the structure of the main control installation board. The opening of the waterproof rib and the computer board can be accommodated, and the buckle matching the computer board is no longer required, and the production is simpler and more convenient.

In a further solution, a snap block 9 is provided in the waterproof area 5 of the decorative board 3, and a protruding elastic structure 16 is provided on the snap block 9; Connection hole 10. The clamping method has good fixing effect and is convenient to install and disassemble.

Card connection process:

The clamping block in the waterproof zone is connected to the clamping hole. Under the action of external force, the elastic structure on the clamping block is deformed, so that the clamping block is inserted into the clamping hole, and the elastic structure is reset after passing through the clamping hole, which is limited in The other end of the clamping hole realizes the connection between the decorative board and the computer board.

In addition, the exterior of the waterproof area 5 of the decorative board 3 is provided with a clamping block 9, and corresponding positions on the main control installation board 1 are provided with matching clamping holes 10; the decorative board 3 is connected to the main control installation board 1 through the clamping block 9. Card access.

The exterior of the waterproof area of the decorative panel is provided with a ring of clamping blocks around the outer periphery of the decorative panel, which are clamped with the clamping holes in the corresponding positions of the main control installation board. The process is the same as the above clamping process, with good fixing effect and convenient installation and disassembly .

Embodiment 4

As shown in FIGS. 3-5 , the control panel of the washing machine in this embodiment includes a main control installation board 1, a decorative board 3 and a computer board 2. The main control installation board 1 is assembled on the cabinet of the washing machine, and the decorative board 3 is assembled on the cabinet of the washing machine. On the main control installation board 1 , the computer board 2 is assembled on the back of the main control installation board 1 , and a sealing structure is provided between the decorative board 3 and the main control installation board 1 , and the sealing structure is preferably an O-ring 13 .

The outer peripheral edge of the decorative board is provided with a ring of clamping blocks, and the clamping blocks are provided with protruding elastic structures; the corresponding positions on the main control installation board are provided with clamping holes matched with the clamping blocks; when the two need to be assembled , Align the clip block of the decorative board with the clip hole on the main control installation board, press the decorative panel, under the action of external force, the elastic structure on the clip block is deformed, so that the clip block is inserted into the clip hole, the elastic structure After passing through the clamping hole, it is reset, and is limited to the other end of the clamping hole to realize the connection between the decorative board and the main control installation board. However, after connecting, there will still be a gap between the trim board and the main control mounting board.

The back of the main control installation board is also provided with a clamping block, and the corresponding positions on the computer board are provided with clamping holes. According to the above method, the computer board is clamped on the back of the main control installation board, and the encoder shaft on the computer board passes through. After passing through the mounting holes on the main control mounting plate and the decorative plate, put on the knob cover. The frontal water on the decorative board will enter the computer board through the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board.

The sealing structure can be a sealing ring or a sealing strip or a sealing band, preferably an elastic sealing ring, more preferably an O-ring 13 . A ring of sealing grooves 15 is provided on the outer side of the outer ring of the decorative board and the outer side of the clamping block. The O-shaped sealing ring 13 is arranged in the sealing groove 15. It is pressed between the decorative board 3 and the main control installation board 1, which can play a sealing role and fill the gap between the decorative board and the main control installation board. Water is blocked by the O-ring seal and will not enter the computer board.

Embodiment 5

This embodiment provides a washing machine, the washing machine is a drum washing machine, and the washing machine is provided with a washing machine control panel according to any one or several schemes of the first embodiment to the fourth embodiment. When the washing machine is in use, even if there is water flowing to the decorative board, the water flow is blocked by the waterproof mechanism or the sealing structure, which can prevent the computer board from being damaged by water entering.

The solutions of the above embodiments can be implemented individually or in any combination. The above descriptions are only preferred embodiments of the present invention, and do not limit the present invention in any form. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Anyone familiar with the technology of this patent Within the scope of the technical solution of the present invention, personnel can make some changes or modifications to equivalent examples of equivalent changes by using the above-mentioned technical content, but any content that does not depart from the technical solution of the present invention is based on the technical solution of the present invention. Substantially any simple modifications, equivalent changes and modifications made to the above embodiments still fall within the scope of the solutions of the present invention.

Claims (6)

1. A washing machine control panel comprises a main control mounting plate, a decorative plate and a computer board, wherein the main control mounting plate is assembled on a box body of a washing machine, and the decorative plate is assembled on the main control mounting plate; the inner periphery of the waterproof area is matched with the outer periphery of the computer board; a circle of clamping blocks are arranged outside the waterproof area of the decorative plate at intervals around the periphery of the decorative plate, and corresponding positions on the main control mounting plate are provided with matched clamping holes; the decorative plate is clamped with the main control mounting plate through a clamping block;

the waterproof mechanism comprises waterproof ribs, the waterproof ribs comprise transverse waterproof ribs and vertical waterproof ribs on two sides of the transverse waterproof ribs, and the transverse waterproof ribs and the vertical waterproof ribs enclose a waterproof area; the main control mounting plate is provided with an opening matched with the waterproof area on the decorative plate, and the waterproof rib penetrates through the opening and extends into the inner side of the main control mounting plate;

the horizontal waterproof rib is positioned above the computer board, and the height of the side, connected with the decorative plate, of the horizontal waterproof rib is lower than that of the side, extending to the back of the computer board, of the horizontal waterproof rib; the height of the two ends of the connection of the transverse waterproof ribs and the vertical waterproof ribs is lower than the middle part of the connection; the lower end of the vertical waterproof rib is bent towards the outside of the waterproof area to form a flow guide part.

2. The control panel of claim 1, wherein one side of the waterproof rib is fixed to the back surface of the decorative plate, and the other side of the waterproof rib extends to be flush with or protrude from the back surface of the computer board.

3. A washing machine control panel according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the computer board is detachably connected to the decorative board in the waterproof region.

4. A washing machine control panel according to claim 3, in which the computer board is snap-fitted to the decorative panel in the waterproof region.

5. The control panel of a washing machine according to claim 1, wherein a clamping block is arranged in the waterproof area of the decorative plate, and a convex elastic structure is arranged on the clamping block; the computer board is provided with a clamping hole matched with the clamping block;

joint piece and joint hole butt joint in the waterproof district, under the exogenic action, the elastic construction deformation on the joint piece makes the joint piece insert in the joint hole, and elastic construction resets after passing the joint hole, is restricted at the joint hole other end, realizes being connected of decorative board and computer board.

6. A washing machine having a washing machine control panel as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 5.

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