CN109881444B - Operation panel of clothes treating device, clothes treating device - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention provides an operation panel of a clothes treatment device and the clothes treatment device. Wherein, an operation panel of the laundry treating apparatus includes: a panel; the knob is arranged on the panel and comprises a body and a rotating part sleeved on the body; the rotating part comprises a plurality of rotating gears, and each rotating gear corresponds to one washing program; the body is provided with a first display device which is used for displaying washing parameters corresponding to a washing program. According to the technical scheme, the knob and the display are combined, important display information is intuitively fed back to a user, the operation is simple and clear, the display is clear at a glance, the user experience is more intuitive, the problem that the user spends too much time to find washing parameters such as washing time and the like on an independent display screen in the prior art is solved, the operation time of the user is saved, and meanwhile, the independent display screen is not required to be arranged on the operation panel, so that the whole panel is more concise and attractive.

Description

Operation panel of clothes treating device, clothes treating device

Technical Field

The present invention relates to the technical field of clothing processing devices, and in particular to an operation panel of a clothing processing device and a clothing processing device.

Background Art

Currently, the display mode of washing machines is a separate display screen. When users operate the washing machine, they first select the program, and when they turn the knob, the display content does not correspond well. In addition, for users who do not want to spend too much time washing clothes, when they do not want to adjust the parameters, they have to look for the washing time on the interface after selecting the program.

Summary of the invention

The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art or related art.

To this end, one aspect of the present invention is to provide an operation panel of a laundry treating device.

Another aspect of the present invention is to provide a clothes treating device.

In view of this, one aspect of the present invention proposes an operating panel of a clothing processing device, comprising: a panel; a knob, arranged on the panel, the knob comprising a main body and a rotating part mounted on the main body; the rotating part comprising a plurality of rotation gears, each rotation gear corresponding to a washing program; a first display device is arranged on the main body, the first display device is used to display washing parameters corresponding to the washing program.

The operation panel of the clothing processing device provided by the present invention comprises a panel, a knob and a first display device, wherein the knob is arranged on the panel, the knob comprises a body and a rotating part sleeved on the body, the rotating part comprises a plurality of rotating gears, each rotating gear corresponds to a washing program, thus, the user can select a washing program each time the knob is rotated once, and the operation is very simple; at the same time, the first display device is arranged on the body of the knob, and is used to display the washing parameters corresponding to the selected washing program. Specifically, the user selects a washing program that meets the laundry requirements by rotating the rotating part to the corresponding rotating gear, and when a washing program is selected, the corresponding washing parameters are displayed on the first display device. Compared with the existing washing machine operation panel, the present invention adopts a subtractive design, simplifies the screen display content, combines the knob and the display into one, and intuitively feeds back important display information to the user, the operation is concise and clear, the display is clear at a glance, and the user experience is more intuitive, which solves the problem that the user spends too much time on a separate display screen to find washing parameters such as washing time in the prior art, saves the user's operation time, and at the same time, there is no need to set a separate display screen on the operation panel, making the entire panel more concise and beautiful.

Wherein, preferably, the first display device is arranged on the front end surface of the knob body.

The operating panel of the laundry processing device provided by the present invention may also have the following technical features:

In the above technical solution, preferably, the operation panel of the clothing processing device also includes: at least one operation key, which is arranged on the panel and electrically connected to the first display device, each operation key is used to set the corresponding washing parameter; the first display device is also used to display the washing parameter or preset mark corresponding to the operation key.

In this technical solution, the operation panel of the clothing processing device also includes at least one operation key, all of which are arranged on the panel, each operation key corresponds to a washing parameter, and when any operation key is selected, the corresponding washing parameter can be set; since each operation key is electrically connected to the first display device, when any operation key is selected, the first display device can display the corresponding washing parameter or preset mark. This operation and display method is what you see is what you get, concise and clear, and the user experience is more intuitive.

In any of the above technical solutions, preferably, the first display device includes a touch area, and the touch area is used to adjust the washing parameters corresponding to the operation keys.

In this technical solution, the first display device includes a touch area, and the washing parameters corresponding to the operation keys can be adjusted through the touch area. For example, the user rotates the knob and selects the washing program he wants by adjusting the rotation gear. At the same time, the first display device displays the corresponding washing parameters. Taking the washing time as an example, the user subjectively judges whether the washing time meets the needs. If it does not meet the needs (such as the user feels that the washing time is too long), the washing time can be set by selecting the corresponding operation key. Specifically, the user can adjust the washing time through the touch area of the first display device, increase or decrease.

Preferably, the first display device is a touch display screen.

In any of the above technical solutions, preferably, the washing parameters corresponding to each operation button include any of the following: washing time, rinsing time, dehydration time, downlight, fresh air deodorization, child lock, reservation, water level, temperature, speed, night wash, and adding clothes.

In this technical solution, the washing parameters corresponding to each operation key are defined, specifically, including any of the following: washing time, rinsing time, dehydration time, downlight, fresh air deodorization, child lock, reservation, water level, temperature, speed, night washing, adding clothes, but not limited to these. The present invention fully considers the laundry needs of users, and sets corresponding operation keys for the washing parameters that users care about, so as to facilitate users to set, thereby meeting different laundry needs and improving user experience.

In any of the above technical solutions, preferably, the operation panel of the clothing processing device also includes: a second display device, which is arranged on the panel and is located adjacent to the knob, and the second display device is used to display the name of the washing program corresponding to the rotation gear.

In this technical solution, the operating panel of the clothing processing device also includes a second display device, which is arranged on the panel and adjacent to the knob. The second display device is used to display the name of the washing program corresponding to the rotation gear. Therefore, the present invention can feed back the name of the washing program to the user through the second display device, making the operation of the knob more concise and clear, and at the same time simplifying the display content of the first display device to intuitively feed back the most important display information to the user, thereby improving the user experience.

In any of the above technical solutions, preferably, the second display device includes a plurality of indicator lights and text icons arranged in pairs; wherein the text icon is used to identify the name of the washing program; and the indicator light is electrically connected to the rotation gear and is used to light up when the rotation gear is selected.

In this technical solution, the second display device includes a plurality of indicator lights and text icons arranged in pairs. The name of the washing program is identified by the text icon. By connecting the indicator lights and the rotation gears one by one, when the rotation gear is selected, the corresponding indicator lights will light up. This gear corresponds to the washing program, and the washing program corresponds to the display mode of the text icons and indicator lights, which further makes the operation and display clear at a glance and makes it more convenient for users to select the washing program.

In any of the above technical solutions, preferably, the washing parameters corresponding to the washing program include at least the washing time, and also include any one of the following items or a combination thereof: the name of the washing program, the washing capacity, the weight of the clothes, the water level, the temperature, and the rotation speed.

In this technical solution, the washing parameters corresponding to the washing program are limited, specifically, including at least the washing time, and may also include any one of the following items or a combination thereof: the name of the washing program, washing capacity, clothing weight, water level, temperature, and rotation speed, but not limited thereto.

Among them, the washing programs include any one of the following or a combination of them: mixed wash, gentle wash, sterilization wash, smart wash, soaking wash, energy-saving wash, self-cleaning drum, quick wash for 15 minutes, speed wash for 30 minutes, down jackets, wool, large items, rinsing + dehydration, and single dehydration.

In any of the above technical solutions, preferably, the operation panel of the clothing processing device also includes: a power button, which is arranged on the panel and is used to turn on the power; a start-stop button, which is arranged on the panel and is used to start or pause the washing program.

In this technical solution, the operating panel of the clothing processing device also includes a power button and a start-stop button, both of which are arranged on the panel. For convenience, the plug of the clothing processing device is usually connected to the power supply for a long time. The power can be turned on or off by the power button, thereby protecting the clothing processing device and saving energy; the start-stop button can start or pause the washing program.

In any of the above technical solutions, preferably, the power key and the start/stop key are touch keys or buttons.

The second aspect of the present invention provides a laundry processing device, comprising an operating panel of the laundry processing device as described in any of the above technical solutions. Therefore, the laundry processing device has all the beneficial effects of the operating panel of the laundry processing device as described in any of the above technical solutions.

Additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following description or may be learned by practice of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The above and/or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and easily understood from the description of the embodiments in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

FIG1 is a schematic diagram showing an operation panel of a laundry treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG2 shows a cross-sectional view of a knob according to an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram showing an operation flow chart of an operation panel of a laundry treating apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The corresponding relationship between the reference numerals and component names in FIGS. 1 and 2 is as follows:

1 panel, 10 knob, 102 body, 104 rotating part, 12 first display device, 14 operation key, 16 second display device, 162 indicator light, 18 power key, 20 start/stop key, 22 guide groove.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

In order to more clearly understand the above-mentioned purpose, features and advantages of the present invention, the present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that the embodiments of the present application and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other without conflict.

In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the protection scope of the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

The operation panel of a laundry treating apparatus according to some embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to FIGS. 1 to 3 .

As shown in Figures 1 and 2, a schematic diagram of an operation panel of a clothes processing device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. The operation panel of the clothes processing device includes: a panel 1; a knob 10, which is arranged on the panel 1, and the knob 10 includes a body 102 and a rotating part 104 sleeved on the body 102; the rotating part 104 includes a plurality of rotating gears, each rotating gear corresponds to a washing program; a first display device 12 is arranged on the body 102, and the first display device 12 is used to display the washing parameters corresponding to the washing program.

The operation panel of the clothing processing device provided by the present invention includes a panel 1, a knob 10 and a first display device 12, wherein the knob 10 is arranged on the panel 1, the knob 10 includes a body 102 and a rotating part 104 sleeved on the body 102, the rotating part 104 includes a plurality of rotating gears, each rotating gear corresponds to a washing program, thus, the user can select a washing program each time the knob 10 is rotated once, and the operation is very simple; at the same time, the first display device 12 is arranged on the body 102 of the knob 10, and is used to display the washing parameters corresponding to the selected washing program. Specifically, the user selects a washing program that meets the laundry needs by rotating the rotating part 104 to the corresponding rotating gear, and when a washing program is selected, the corresponding washing parameters are displayed on the first display device 12. Compared with the existing washing machine operation panel, the present invention adopts a subtractive design to simplify the screen display content. The knob 10 and the display are combined into one, and important display information is intuitively fed back to the user. The operation is simple and clear, the display is clear at a glance, and the user experience is more intuitive. It solves the problem in the prior art that users spend too much time looking for washing parameters such as washing time on a separate display screen, saving users' operation time. At the same time, there is no need to set a separate display screen on the operation panel, making the entire panel more simple and beautiful.

As shown in FIG. 2 , the first display device 12 is disposed on the front end surface of the body 102 of the knob 10 .

In the above embodiment, preferably, the operation panel of the clothing processing device also includes: at least one operation key 14, which is arranged on the panel 1 and electrically connected to the first display device 12, and each operation key 14 is used to set the corresponding washing parameter; the first display device 12 is also used to display the washing parameter or preset mark corresponding to the operation key 14.

In this embodiment, the operation panel of the clothing processing device also includes at least one operation key 14, which are all arranged on the panel 1. Each operation key 14 corresponds to a washing parameter. When any operation key 14 is selected, the corresponding washing parameter can be set; since each operation key 14 is electrically connected to the first display device 12, when any operation key 14 is selected, the first display device 12 can display the corresponding washing parameter or preset mark. This operation and display method is what you see is what you get, concise and clear, and the user experience is more intuitive.

In one embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the first display device 12 includes a touch area (not shown in the figure), and the touch area is used to adjust the washing parameters corresponding to the operation keys 14.

In this embodiment, the first display device 12 includes a touch area, through which the washing parameters corresponding to the operation keys 14 can be adjusted. For example, the user rotates the knob 10 and selects the washing program he wants by adjusting the rotation gear. At the same time, the first display device 12 displays the corresponding washing parameters. Taking the washing time as an example, the user subjectively determines whether the washing time meets the needs. If it does not meet the needs (for example, the user feels that the washing time is too long), the washing time can be set by selecting the corresponding operation key 14. Specifically, the user can adjust the washing time through the touch area of the first display device 12, increasing or decreasing it.

Preferably, the first display device 12 is a touch display screen.

In one embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the washing parameters corresponding to each operation button 14 include any one of the following: washing time, rinsing time, dehydration time, downlight, fresh air deodorization, child lock, reservation, water level, temperature, speed, night washing, and adding clothes.

In this embodiment, the washing parameters corresponding to each operation button 14 are limited, specifically, including any of the following: washing time, rinsing time, dehydration time, downlight, fresh air deodorization, child lock, reservation, water level, temperature, speed, night washing, adding clothes, but not limited thereto. The present invention fully considers the laundry needs of users, and sets corresponding operation buttons 14 for the washing parameters that users care about, so as to facilitate users to set, thereby meeting different laundry needs and improving user experience.

In one embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the operation panel of the laundry processing device further includes: a second display device 16, which is arranged on the panel 1 and is located adjacent to the knob 10, and the second display device 16 is used to display the name of the washing program corresponding to the rotation gear.

In this embodiment, the operating panel of the clothing processing device also includes a second display device 16, which is arranged on the panel 1 and adjacent to the knob 10. The second display device 16 is used to display the name of the washing program corresponding to the rotation gear. Therefore, the present invention can feed back the name of the washing program to the user through the second display device 16, making the operation of the knob 10 more concise and clear, and at the same time simplifying the display content of the first display device 12 to intuitively feed back the most important display information to the user, thereby improving the user experience.

In one embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the second display device 16 includes a plurality of indicator lights 162 and text icons arranged in pairs; wherein the text icon is used to identify the name of the washing program; the indicator light 162 is electrically connected to the rotation gear and is used to light up when the rotation gear is selected.

In this embodiment, the second display device 16 includes a plurality of indicator lights 162 and text icons arranged in pairs. The name of the washing program is identified by the text icon. The indicator lights 162 are connected to the rotation gears in a one-to-one correspondence. When the rotation gear is selected, the corresponding indicator light 162 will light up. This gear corresponds to the washing program, and the washing program corresponds to the display mode of the text icon and the indicator light 162, which further makes the operation and display clear at a glance and makes it more convenient for users to select the washing program.

In one embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the washing parameters corresponding to the washing program include at least the washing time, and also include any one of the following items or a combination thereof: the name of the washing program, the washing capacity, the weight of the clothes, the water level, the temperature, and the rotation speed.

In this embodiment, the washing parameters corresponding to the washing program are limited, specifically, including at least the washing time, and may also include any one of the following items or a combination thereof: the name of the washing program, washing capacity, clothing weight, water level, temperature, and rotation speed, but not limited thereto.

Among them, the washing programs include any one of the following or a combination of them: mixed wash, gentle wash, sterilization wash, smart wash, soaking wash, energy-saving wash, self-cleaning drum, quick wash for 15 minutes, speed wash for 30 minutes, down jackets, wool, large items, rinsing + dehydration, and single dehydration.

In one embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the operation panel of the clothing processing device also includes: a power button 18, which is arranged on the panel 1, and the power button 18 is used to turn on the power; a start-stop button 20, which is arranged on the panel 1, and the start-stop button 20 is used to start or pause the washing program.

In this embodiment, the operating panel of the clothing processing device also includes a power button 18 and a start-stop button 20, both of which are arranged on the panel 1. For convenience, the plug of the clothing processing device is usually permanently connected to the power supply. The power button 18 can be used to turn the power on or off, thereby protecting the clothing processing device and saving energy; the start-stop button 20 can be used to start or pause the washing program.

In one embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the power key 18 and the start/stop key 20 are touch keys or buttons.

In one embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the operation panel of the clothing processing device further includes a guide groove 22, and the guide groove 22 is used to guide the laundry liquid or softener etc. put in by the user into the inner drum of the clothing processing device.

FIG3 shows a schematic diagram of the operation flow of the operation panel of a laundry processing device according to an embodiment of the present invention. The laundry processing device is a washing machine, as shown in FIG3 , and the operation flow includes the following steps:

S302: The washing machine is turned on;

S304: Entering the washing machine operation interface;

S306: Rotate the knob to the desired washing program, and the first display device 12 on the knob will display the washing time in real time;

S308: Determine whether the laundry demand is met; if so, proceed to S310; otherwise, proceed to S314;

S310: Setting the washing parameters, the first display device 12 on the knob instantly displays the washing parameters;

S312: Displaying the corresponding washing time after setting at the same location;

S314: Confirm to start, and start the washing machine to start the washing function.

In this embodiment, in S310, the user touches any one of the operation keys 14 in the operation key area to set the corresponding parameters. Specifically, if the washing time is to be modified, the "washing time" operation key is touched, and the washing time will be displayed or flashed on the first display device 12. The user continues to touch the "washing time" operation key or operates the touch area of the first display device 12 to set the washing parameters. The first display device 12 immediately displays the changes in the washing parameters and displays the corresponding washing time after the setting is completed after a preset delay. The same position described in S312 refers to the first display device 12.

Compared with the existing washing machine operation panel, the operation panel of the clothing processing device of the present invention adopts a subtractive design, simplifies the screen display content, combines the knob and the display into one, and intuitively feeds back the most important display information to the user. The operation is simple and clear, the display is clear at a glance, and the user experience is more intuitive. It solves the problem in the prior art that users spend too much time looking for washing parameters such as washing time on a separate display screen, saving users' operation time. At the same time, there is no need to set a separate display screen on the operation panel, making the entire panel more concise and beautiful.

The second aspect of the present invention provides a laundry processing device, comprising an operating panel of the laundry processing device as described in any of the above embodiments. Therefore, the laundry processing device has all the beneficial effects of the operating panel of the laundry processing device as described in any of the above embodiments.

In the description of this specification, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance unless otherwise clearly specified and limited; the terms "connection", "installation", "fixation" and the like should be understood in a broad sense, for example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. For those skilled in the art, the present invention may have various modifications and variations. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims (9)

1. An operating panel of a clothes processing device, comprising: panel; A knob, arranged on the panel, comprising a body and a rotating part sleeved on the body; The rotating part includes a plurality of rotating gears, each of which corresponds to a washing program; The main body is provided with a first display device, and the first display device is used to display the washing parameters corresponding to the washing program; at least one operation key, arranged on the panel and electrically connected to the first display device, each of the operation keys being used to set a corresponding washing parameter; The first display device is further used to display the washing parameters or preset identifiers corresponding to the operation keys; The second display device is arranged on the panel and is located adjacent to the knob, and the operation key is located outside the second display device. 2. The operating panel of the clothes processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first display device includes a touch area, and the touch area is used to adjust the washing parameters corresponding to the operation keys. 3. The operating panel of the clothes processing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The washing parameters corresponding to each of the operation keys include any of the following: washing time, rinsing time, dehydration time, downlight, fresh air deodorization, child lock, reservation, water level, temperature, speed, night wash, and adding clothes. 4. The operating panel of the laundry processing device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The second display device is used to display the name of the washing program corresponding to the rotation gear. 5. The operating panel of the clothes processing device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The second display device includes a plurality of indicator lights and text icons arranged in pairs; wherein, The text icon is used to identify the name of the washing program; The indicator light is electrically connected to the rotation gear and is used to light up when the rotation gear is selected. 6. The operating panel of the clothes processing device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The washing parameters corresponding to the washing program include at least washing time, and also include any one of the following items or a combination thereof: the name of the washing program, washing capacity, laundry weight, water level, temperature, and rotation speed. 7. The operation panel of the laundry processing device according to claim 4, further comprising: A power button, arranged on the panel, and used to turn on the power; A start/stop button is provided on the panel, and the start/stop button is used to start or pause the washing program. 8. The operating panel of the clothes processing device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The power key and the start/stop key are touch keys or buttons. 9 . A clothes processing device, characterized by comprising an operation panel of the clothes processing device according to any one of claims 1 to 8 .