CN112189067A - Washing machine - Google Patents
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Abstract
The washing machine (100) washes laundry. A washing machine (100) comprises: an operation display unit (3), a first display unit (32), and a second display unit (42). The operation display unit (3) receives an instruction to the washing machine (100). The first display unit (32) displays information related to the first device (51). The second display unit (42) displays information related to the second device (52). The first display unit (32) is provided at a position distant from the position where the operation display unit (3) is provided.
Description
Technical Field
The present invention relates to a washing machine.
Background
The washing machine described in patent document 1 includes a main body, a water tank, a rotating drum (rotating drum), and a lid. The body includes an opening on the front for taking out and putting in the washings. The water tank is supported in the main body in a freely swinging manner. The rotary drum is enclosed in the water tank. The cover openably and closably covers the opening of the main body. An operation display unit is disposed on the upper surface of the cover body. The operation display unit includes an input device and a display device.
Documents of the prior art
Patent document
Patent document 1: japanese laid-open patent publication No. 2017-051216 "
Disclosure of Invention
Technical problem to be solved by the invention
In recent years, external devices (such as a Wi-Fi adapter having a communication function, a bath pump, and a washing auxiliary device) having functions different from those of an original washing machine are connected to the washing machine in many cases. In general, not only washing machine information but also external device information is displayed on a display device of an operation display unit. The washing machine information indicates information related to the washing machine. The external device information indicates information on an external device separate from the washing machine.
However, if not only the washing machine information but also the external device information is displayed on the display device of the operation display unit, a plurality of pieces of information of different types are displayed at the installation position of the operation display unit. Therefore, if the external device information is displayed at the installation position of the operation display unit, the user may not easily determine that the washing machine information is displayed on the display unit. In addition, in a general washing machine, washing machine information is displayed at the installation position of the operation display part. Therefore, if the external device information is displayed at the installation position of the operation display unit, the user may be prevented from determining that the washing machine information is displayed.
The invention aims to provide a washing machine, which can easily judge that information output by the washing machine is information related to external equipment.
Means for solving the problems
According to a first aspect of the present invention, a washing machine washes laundry. The washing machine includes an operation display part and an external device display part. The operation display unit receives an instruction to the washing machine. The external device display unit displays information related to the external device. The external device display section is provided at a position distant from a position where the operation display section is provided.
Effects of the invention
According to the present invention, a user can easily determine that information output from a washing machine is information related to an external device.
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Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a washing machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
Fig. 2 is a perspective view of the washing machine showing a door in an open state.
Fig. 3 is a perspective view of the washing machine illustrating a state in which the first appliance is accommodated in the accommodating portion.
Fig. 4 is a block diagram of the washing machine.
Fig. 5 is a sectional view of a door provided with a first display unit.
Fig. 6(a) is a first front view of the washing machine. (b) Is a first enlarged view of the second display section.
Fig. 7(a) is a second front view of the washing machine. (b) Is a second enlarged view of the second display section.
Fig. 8(a) is a third front view of the washing machine. (b) Is a second enlarged view of the second display section.
Fig. 9 is a table showing information displayed by the first display unit.
Fig. 10 is a table showing information displayed by the second display unit.
Detailed Description
A first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the drawings, the same or corresponding portions are denoted by the same reference numerals, and description thereof will not be repeated.
A washing machine 100 according to a first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to fig. 1 and 2. Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a washing machine 100.
As shown in fig. 1, the washing machine 100 includes a cabinet 1, a door 2, an operation display part 3, a water supply hose connection part 4, and a drain hose connection part 5.
Hereinafter, the position of the user of washing machine 100 when the user operates operation display unit 3 in a normal posture is defined as the front, and the front, rear, left, right, and up and down directions are defined.
The case 1 has a hollow substantially quadrangular prism shape. The case 1 includes a front surface 1a, a rear surface 1b, a pair of side surfaces 1c, and a top surface 1 d. The front portion 1a is positioned forward of the rear portion 1 b. The pair of side surface parts 1c are arranged with a space therebetween in the left-right direction. One of the pair of side surface parts 1c is provided continuously with the left side part of the front surface part 1a and the left side part of the back surface part 1 b. The other of the pair of side surface parts 1c is provided continuously with the right side part of the front surface part 1a and the right side part of the back surface part 1 b. The top 1d is connected to the upper portion of the front 1a, the upper portion of the back 1b, and the upper portions of the pair of side portions 1 c.
The door 2 is a substantially plate-shaped member. The door 2 is rotatably mounted to the cabinet 1. The door 2 is provided in front of the front surface 1 a.
The door 2 is an example of the opening/closing portion of the present invention.
Referring to fig. 1 and 2, the door 2 will be described. In fig. 1, the door 2 of the washing machine 100 is in a closed state a. The closed state a represents a state in which the door 2 is closed. In fig. 2, the door 2 of the washing machine 100 is in an open state B. The open state B indicates a state in which the door 2 is opened.
As shown in fig. 1 and 2, the door 2 includes a first door portion 21 and a second door portion 22. The first door portion 21 extends substantially in the vertical direction. A second door part 22 is provided continuously to the upper part of the first door part 21. The second door 22 is inclined from the upper part of the first door 21 toward the case 1.
The first door portion 21 has a first surface portion 21a and a first back surface portion 21 b.
The first surface portion 21a and the first back surface portion 21b are substantially plate-shaped members. The first back surface portion 21b is located on the back side of the first surface portion 21 a. When the door 2 is in the closed state a, the first surface portion 21a faces forward. When the door 2 is in the closed state a, the first back surface portion 21b faces rearward.
When the door 2 is in the closed state a, the door 2 faces the case 1 from the front. Specifically, when the door 2 is in the closed state a, the first back surface portion 21b of the door 2 faces the front surface portion 1a of the case 1.
The first display portion 32 is provided on the first surface portion 21a of the door 2. The first display unit 32 will be described later.
The second door portion 22 includes a second surface portion 22a and a second back surface portion 22 b.
The second surface portion 22a and the second back surface portion 22b are substantially plate-shaped members. The second back surface portion 22b is located on the back side of the second surface portion 22 a. When the door 2 is in the closed state a, the second surface portion 22a faces upward and forward. When the door 2 is in the closed state a, the second back surface portion 22b faces downward and rearward.
The operation display unit 3 receives an instruction to the washing machine 100. The instruction to the washing machine 100 is, for example, an instruction for using a function provided in the washing machine 100. The operation display unit 3 includes, for example, a washing machine operation unit such as an operation key for inputting an instruction to the washing machine 100. The user instructs the washing machine 100 via the operation display unit 3 to perform operations such as a washing operation, a flushing operation, a spin-drying operation, and a drying operation.
The operation display unit 3 includes a washing machine information display unit for displaying information related to the washing machine 100. The washing machine information display part is arranged around the washing machine operation part.
The information related to the washing machine 100 includes information indicating an operation state of the washing machine 100, such as information indicating that an error occurs in the operation of the washing machine 100, information indicating that the washing machine 100 is in operation, information indicating operation contents of the washing machine 100, information indicating contents of an instruction to the washing machine 100 input through an operation part of the washing machine, and information indicating that the washing machine 100 is on standby.
The operation display unit 3 is provided in the door 2. In the first embodiment, the operation display portion 3 is provided on the second surface portion 22a of the second door portion 22. Since the second surface part 22a faces upward and forward, the user can easily visually recognize the operation display part 3. As a result, the user can easily operate the operation display unit 3. The position where the operation display unit 3 is provided is not particularly limited. In the second embodiment, the operation display unit 3 may be provided in the case 1.
A water supply hose (not shown) can be connected to the water supply hose connection portion 4. The water supply hose is connected with the water plug. Water used in a washing operation such as a washing operation and a flushing operation is supplied to the inside of the casing 1 through a water supply hose.
The inside of the case 1 represents a space surrounded by the front surface 1a, the back surface 1b, the pair of side surfaces 1c, and the top surface 1 d.
A drain hose (not shown) can be connected to the drain hose connection portion 5. The washing machine 100 discharges water used in a washing operation to the outside of the cabinet 1 through a water supply hose.
The washing machine 100 further comprises a hinge mechanism 6. The hinge mechanism 6 rotatably supports the door 2 with respect to the cabinet 1. The hinge mechanism 6 is positioned between the box body 1 and the door 2.
The door 2 has a locking claw 23 for bringing the door 2 into the closed state a. Further, a door lock 10 that engages with the lock pawl 23 is provided on the case 1 side.
The lock pawl 23 enters the door lock 10, and when engaged, the door 2 is in the closed state a. During operation, the lock pawl 23 is held by the door lock 10, and the door cannot be opened. When the lock claw 23 is separated from the door lock 10 at the time of releasing the lock, the door 2 is changed from the closed state a to the open state B.
The washing machine 100 further includes a receiving portion 7.
The housing portion 7 can house the first equipment 51. The first appliance 51 is separated from the washing machine 100. The first device 51 is, for example, a portable washing device such as an ultrasonic washer (registered trademark) for washing clothes by ultrasonic waves. The first device 51 is not limited to a portable washing device as long as it is an object that can be stored in the storage unit 7.
The housing portion 7 is formed in the case 1. In the first embodiment, the housing portion 7 is formed in the front surface portion 1 a. The housing portion 7 has a recess 7 a. The recess 7a has a shape recessed from an opening formed in the outer surface of the case 1 toward the inside of the case 1. The first equipment 51 is housed in the housing portion 7, and shows that the first equipment 51 is disposed in the recess 7 a.
The first device 51 is an example of an external device of the present invention. The external device has a function different from that of a general washing machine or an auxiliary function, for example.
When the door 2 is in the closed state a, the door 2 faces the housing portion 7 from the front.
The opening 8 communicates the inside of the case 1 with the outside of the case 1. An opening 8 is formed in the case 1. In the first embodiment, the opening 8 is formed in the front surface 1 a. When the door 2 is in the closed state a, the door 2 faces the opening 8. As a result, when the door 2 is in the closed state a, the opening 8 is closed by the door 2.
The rotary drum 9 and the water tank are disposed inside the case 1.
The rotary drum 9 can store laundry. The rotary drum 9 is rotatably supported. The rotary drum 9, and the opening 8 communicate with each other. The rotary drum 9 is an example of the washing tub of the present invention. The water tank is disposed outside the rotary drum 9.
The laundry is taken out through the opening 8 and put into the rotary drum 9. In a state where the laundry, water, and detergent are contained in the rotary drum 9, the rotary drum 9 is rotated, and the laundry is washed.
Next, referring to fig. 3, the washing machine 100 will be further described. Fig. 3 is a perspective view of the washing machine 100 showing a state in which the first appliance 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7.
As shown in fig. 3, the first equipment 51 is housed in the housing portion 7. In a state where the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7, the first device 51 is located behind the front surface portion 1 a. As a result, the door 2 can be brought into the closed state a (see fig. 1) without interfering with the first appliance 51 in a state where the first appliance 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7.
When the door 2 is in the closed state a in the state where the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7, the door 2 faces the first device 51 from the front. Thus, the first device 51 is covered by the door 2. As a result, the user cannot visually recognize the first device 51 through the door 2 (see fig. 1).
Next, the washing machine 100 will be further described with reference to fig. 1, 4, and 5. Fig. 4 is a block diagram of the washing machine 100.
As shown in fig. 1 and 4, the washing machine 100 further includes a charging unit 11, a connecting unit 12, and a detecting unit 13.
The charging unit 11 outputs a charging current for charging the first device 51. Charging unit 11 includes a circuit that generates a charging current from a commercial power supply voltage supplied to washing machine 100, for example.
The connection portion 12 is a terminal having conductivity. The connecting portion 12 is provided in the housing portion 7. Connection unit 12 is connected to charging unit 11. In the third embodiment, the first device 51 may be supplied with power from the charging unit 11 by non-contact charging. In this case, the connection portion 12 does not exist.
When the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7 (see fig. 3), the first device 51 comes into contact with the connecting portion 12. When the first device 51 comes into contact with the connection unit 12, the charging unit 11 charges the first device 51 through the connection unit 12. Specifically, the charging unit 11 charges the battery mounted on the first device 51.
The detecting portion 13 is a sensor for detecting whether the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7. The detecting unit 13 is, for example, a touch sensor. The detecting portion 13 is disposed in the accommodating portion 7.
For example, if the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7, the first device 51 is in direct or indirect contact with the detecting portion 13. As a result, the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating unit 7. In contrast, when the first device 51 is taken out from the housing portion 7, the contact of the first device 51 with respect to the detection portion 13 is released. As a result, the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is not accommodated in the accommodating unit 7.
The washing machine 100 further includes a communication part 14.
The communication unit 14 is a device for communicating with the second device 52. The communication unit 14 is provided inside the casing 1, for example. The communication unit 14 is capable of communicating with an electronic device equipped with a communicator using the same communication method (protocol). In the first embodiment, the communication unit 14 performs wireless communication with the second device 52 via the internet such as a lan (local Area network). The communication unit 14 is, for example, a communication module (communication device) such as a LAN board.
The second device 52 is, for example, a wireless communication-capable information terminal such as a smartphone, a pc (personal computer), and a smart speaker.
The second device 52 is a second example of the external device of the present invention.
The washing machine 100 further includes a first display unit 30.
Fig. 5 is a sectional view of the door 2 provided with the first display unit 30.
As shown in fig. 4 and 5, the first display unit 30 has a first light source 31 and a first display portion 32.
The first light source 31 emits light. The first light source 31 is, for example, an led (light Emitting diode).
The first display unit 32 is an example of the external device display unit of the present invention. The external device display unit displays information on the external device, for example, when the external device is connected to the washing machine by wire or wirelessly.
The first display section 32 displays information about the first device 51.
The first display part 32 covers the first light source 31. The first display unit 32 transmits light. The first display unit 32 outputs the light emitted from the first light source 31 to the outside of the washing machine 100. The first display unit 32, the first display unit 32 is disposed below the operation display unit 3.
The first door portion 21 further has a first space portion 21 c. The first space 21c is a space between the first surface portion 21a and the first back surface portion 21 b. The first surface portion 21a and the first back surface portion 21b face away from each other with the first space portion 21c therebetween. The first light source 31 is disposed in the first space portion 21 c.
The first door portion 21 also has a first hole portion 21 d. The first hole 21d is formed in the first surface portion 21 a. The first hole 21d communicates the first space 21c with the outside of the door 2. The first display portion 32 is fixed to the first hole portion 21 d.
The first light source 31 faces the first display unit 32. When the door 2 is in the closed state a, the light emitted from the first light source 31 is output to the front of the door 2 via the first display unit 32. The position of the first light source 31 is not particularly limited. The first light source 31 may be disposed at a position where light can be emitted through the first display unit 32.
The first display unit 32 is provided near the housing unit 7.
The vicinity of the housing portion 7 indicates, for example, at least one of the periphery of the housing portion 7, a position adjacent to the housing portion 7, and a position directly or indirectly opposing the housing portion 7.
In the first embodiment, when the door 2 is in the closed state a, the first display portion 32 faces the housing portion 7 with the door 2 interposed therebetween. Therefore, when the door 2 is in the closed state a, the first display unit 32 is provided in the vicinity of the receiving portion 7.
The first display unit 32 is provided in the vicinity of the housing portion 7, so that when the first device 51 is housed in the housing portion 7, the first device 51 is positioned in the vicinity of the first display unit 32. In this case, the first display unit 32 displays information in a state where the first device 51 is located in the vicinity of the first display unit 32. As a result, the user can easily visually recognize that the first display unit 32 displays information related to the first device 51.
The first display unit 32 may be provided at a position distant from the position where the operation display unit 3 is provided, or may not be provided in the vicinity of the storage unit 7. By not limiting the installation position of the first display unit 32 to the vicinity of the housing unit 7, the degree of freedom of the installation position of the first display unit 32 can be increased.
As described above with reference to fig. 1, 4, and 5, the first display unit 32 is provided at a position distant from the installation position of the operation display unit 3. Therefore, the first display unit 32 is not provided around the operation display unit 3. As a result, the user can easily determine that the information output from the washing machine 100 is information related to the first appliance 51.
When the door 2 is in the closed state a, the first display portion 32 faces the housing portion 7 with the door 2 interposed therebetween. Therefore, when the door 2 is in the closed state a (see fig. 1) in a state where the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating portion 7, the user cannot visually recognize the first device 51 due to the obstruction of the door 2, but can visually recognize the first display portion 32. As a result, the user can obtain information about the first device 51 by visually recognizing the first display unit 32.
As shown in fig. 1 and 4, the washing machine 100 further includes a second display unit 40.
The second display unit 40 has a second light source 41 and a second display portion 42.
The second light source 41 emits light. The second light source 41 is, for example, an led (light Emitting diode) module.
The second display unit 42 is a second example of the external device display unit of the present invention.
The second display section 42 displays information about the second device 52.
The second display portion 42 covers the second light source 41. The second display portion 42 transmits light. The second display unit 42 outputs the light emitted from the second light source 41 to the outside of the washing machine 100.
The second display unit 42 is provided on the top surface 1d of the casing 1, for example. In the first embodiment, the second display unit 42 is provided on the top surface 1d of the housing 1. The second display unit 42 is disposed at a distance in the left-right direction with respect to the operation display unit 3. The second light source 41 is provided in a space formed on the back side of the top surface 1d of the housing 1, for example.
As described above with reference to fig. 1 and 4, the second display unit 42 is provided at a position distant from the installation position of the operation display unit 3. Therefore, the second display section 42 is not provided around the operation display section 3. As a result, the user can easily determine that the information output from the washing machine 100 is information related to the second appliance 52.
As shown in fig. 4, the washing machine 100 further includes a storage part 15 and a control part 16.
The storage portion 15 includes a main storage device (e.g., a semiconductor memory) such as a rom (read Only memory) and a ram (random Access memory), and may also include an auxiliary storage device (e.g., a hard disk drive). The storage unit 15 stores various computer programs executed by the control unit 16.
The control unit 16 includes a processor such as a cpu (central Processing unit) and an mpu (micro Processing unit). The control unit 16 controls various elements of the washing machine 100. Specifically, the processor of the control unit 16 executes the computer program stored in the storage unit 15, thereby controlling the operation display unit 3, the charging unit 11, the detection unit 13, the communication unit 14, the storage unit 15, the first display unit 30, and the second display unit 40.
Next, information displayed on the first display unit 32 will be described with reference to fig. 4, 6(a), 7(a), 8(a), and 9.
Fig. 6(a) is a first front view of the washing machine 100. Fig. 7(a) is a second front view of the washing machine 100. Fig. 8(a) is a third front view of the washing machine 100. Fig. 9 is a table showing information displayed on the first display unit 32.
As shown in fig. 4, the first light source 31 functions as a first information generating unit that generates information displayed on the first display unit 32. The control unit 16 controls the first light source 31 to change the information displayed on the first display unit 32.
Fig. 6(a) shows the first display unit 32 in the first turned-off state α 1. The first turning-off state α 1 indicates a state in which the first light source 31 (see fig. 4) is turned off.
As shown in fig. 6(a) and 9, when the first display unit 32 is in the first turned-off state α 1, the first display unit 32 displays first information indicating that the first device 51 is in the non-housed state. The non-housed state indicates a state in which the first device 51 is not housed in the housing portion 7 (see fig. 2).
The first information is an example of information related to the first device of the present invention.
If the detection portion 13 detects that the first device 51 is not accommodated in the accommodating portion 7, the control portion 16 controls the first light source 31 so that the first display portion 32 is in the first extinguished state α 1. As a result, when not in the accommodated state, the first display unit 32 is in the first extinguished state α 1.
Fig. 7(a) shows the first display unit 32 in the first lighting state α 2. The first lighting state α 2 indicates a state in which the first light source 31 (see fig. 4) is turned on.
As shown in fig. 7(a) and 9, when the first display unit 32 is in the first lighting state α 2, the first display unit 32 displays second information indicating that the first device 51 is in the housed state and the first device 51 is in the charging state. The storage state indicates a state in which the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7 (see fig. 3). The charging state indicates a state in which the charging unit 11 (see fig. 2) is charging the first device 51.
The second information is a second example of information related to the first device of the present invention.
When the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating unit 7 and the charging unit 11 is charging the first device 51, the control unit 16 controls the first light source 31 so that the first display unit 32 is in the first lighting state α 2. As a result, when the battery is in the housed state and the charged state, the first display unit 32 is in the first lighting state α 2.
Fig. 8(a) shows the first display unit 32 in the first blinking state α 3. The first blinking state α 3 indicates a state in which the first light source 31 (see fig. 4) blinks.
As shown in fig. 8(a) and 9, when the first display unit 32 is in the first blinking state α 3, the first display unit 32 displays third information indicating that the first device 51 is in the housed state and the first device 51 is in the charge complete state. The charge completion state indicates a state in which the charging of the first device 51 is completed.
The third information is three examples of information relating to the first device of the present invention.
When the detection unit 13 detects that the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating unit 7 and the charging unit 11 does not charge the first device 51, the control unit 16 controls the first light source 31 so that the first display unit 32 is in the first blinking state α 3. As a result, when the storage state and the charging completion state are achieved, the first display unit 32 enters the first blinking state α 3.
As described above with reference to fig. 4 and 6(a) to 9, the first display unit 32 displays the storage information indicating whether or not the first device 51 is stored in the storage unit 7. Therefore, the user can visually recognize the first display unit 32 and recognize whether the first device 51 is accommodated in the accommodating unit 7.
In addition, the first display unit 32 displays charging information indicating a charging status of the first device 51. Therefore, the user can visually recognize the first display portion 32 and recognize that the first device 51 is being charged or the first device 51 is charged completely.
In the first embodiment, the first display unit 32 displays both the storage information and the communication information. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. In the fourth embodiment, the first display unit 32 may display at least one of the storage information and the communication information.
Next, information displayed on the second display unit 42 will be described with reference to fig. 4, 6(b), 7(b), 8(b), and 10. Fig. 6(b) is a first enlarged view of the second display portion 42. Fig. 7(b) is a second enlarged view of the second display portion 42. Fig. 8(b) is a third enlarged view of the second display portion 42. Fig. 10 is a table showing information displayed on the second display unit 42.
As shown in fig. 4, the second light source 41 functions as a second information generating unit that generates information displayed on the second display unit 42. The control unit 16 controls the second light source 41 to change the information displayed on the second display unit 42.
Fig. 6(b) shows the second display unit 42 in the second turned-off state β 1. The second turned-off state β 1 indicates a state in which the second light source 41 (see fig. 4) is turned off.
As shown in fig. 6(b) and 10, when second display unit 42 is in second off state β 1, second display unit 42 displays fourth information indicating that washing machine 100 and second device 52 are in a non-communication state. The non-communication state indicates a state in which communication is not performed between the washing machine 100 and the second appliance 52 (refer to fig. 4).
The fourth information is an example of information related to the second device of the present invention.
When the communication unit 14 of the washing machine 100 does not communicate with the second appliance 52, the control unit 16 controls the second light source 41 so that the second display unit 42 is in the second extinguished state β 1. As a result, in the non-communication state, second display unit 42 is in second extinguished state β 1.
Fig. 7(b) shows the second display unit 42 in the second lighting state β 2. The second lighting state β 2 indicates a state in which the second light source 41 (see fig. 4) is turned on.
As shown in fig. 7(b) and 10, when second display unit 42 is in second lighting state β 2, second display unit 42 displays fifth information indicating that washing machine 100 and second device 52 are in a communication state. The communication state indicates a state in which communication is performed between the washing machine 100 and the second appliance 52 (refer to fig. 4).
The fifth information is a second example related to the second device of the present invention.
When the communication unit 14 of the washing machine 100 communicates with the second appliance 52, the control unit 16 controls the second light source 41 so that the second display unit 42 is in the second lighting state β 2. As a result, in the communication state, the second display unit 42 is in the second lighting state β 2.
Fig. 8(b) shows the second display unit 42 in the second blinking state β 3. The second blinking state β 3 indicates a state in which the second light source 41 (see fig. 4) blinks.
As shown in fig. 8(b) and 10, when the second display unit 42 is in the second blinking state β 3, the second display unit 42 displays sixth information indicating that the communication between the washing machine 100 and the second appliance 52 is in an error state. The error state indicates a state in which the washing machine 100 and the second appliance 52 cannot communicate.
The sixth information is three examples relating to the second device 52 of the present invention.
When the communication part 14 of the washing machine 100 cannot communicate with the second appliance 52, the control part 16 controls the second light source 41 so that the second display part 42 becomes the second blinking state β 3. As a result, in the case of an error state, the second display unit 42 enters the second blinking state β 3.
As described above with reference to fig. 4, 6(b), 7(b), 8(b), and 10, the second display unit 42 displays communication information indicating the communication status between the communication unit 14 and the second device 52. Therefore, the user can recognize whether the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 are in a communication state or whether the communication between the washing machine 100 and the second device 52 is in an error state by visually recognizing the second display part 42.
The embodiments of the present invention are explained above with reference to the drawings (fig. 1 to 10). However, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and can be implemented in various embodiments (for example, (1) to (9)) without departing from the scope of the invention. Further, various inventions can be formed by appropriately combining a plurality of constituent elements disclosed in the above embodiments. For example, several components may be eliminated from all the components shown in the embodiments. The drawings are schematically illustrated mainly for ease of understanding, and the number of components and the like illustrated in the drawings may be different from those in reality depending on the case where the drawings are formed. The constituent elements shown in the above-described embodiments are examples, and are not particularly limited, and various modifications can be made without substantially departing from the effects of the present invention.
(1) In the first embodiment, the first display portion 32 is provided on the first surface portion 21a of the door 2. The present invention is not limited thereto. The first display unit 32 may be provided on the outer surface of the washing machine 100. When the door 2 is in the closed state a, the outer surface of the washing machine 100 indicates an exposed portion of the washing machine 100. The outer surface of the washing machine 100 indicates, for example, at least one of the first surface portion 21a of the door 2, the top surface portion 1d of the cabinet 1, and the front surface portion 1a of the cabinet 1, which is not opposed to the door 2. The degree of freedom in the installation position of the first display part 32 can be increased by not limiting the installation position of the first display part 32 to the first surface part 21a of the door 2.
(2) In the first embodiment, the second display unit 42 is provided on the top surface 1d of the housing 1. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. The second display unit 42 may be provided on the outer surface of the washing machine 100. The second display unit 42 may be provided near the communication unit 14.
(3) The first device 51 of the first embodiment is a rechargeable device. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. In the fifth embodiment, the first device 51 may be a device having no charging function. In this case, the first display unit 32 displays the storage information and does not display the charging information.
(4) In the first embodiment, the housing portion 7 is formed in the front surface portion 1 a. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. The housing portion 7 may be formed in the washing machine 100. The housing portion 7 may be formed in the door 2, for example. The housing portion 7 may be formed inside the case 1, for example. The housing portion 7 may be formed at a position not covered by the door 2 in the closed state a (see fig. 1) in the outer surface of the case 1, for example.
(5) In the first embodiment, the first display unit 32 outputs light emitted from the first light source 31. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. In the sixth embodiment, the first display unit 32 may be configured as a display capable of displaying an image, such as a liquid crystal panel. In this case, the first display unit 32 outputs information on the first device 51 as an image. The image is at least one of an image representing a character, an image of a symbol, a still image, and a moving image.
(6) In the first embodiment, the second display unit 42 outputs light emitted from the second light source 41. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. In the seventh embodiment, the second display unit 42 may be configured as a display capable of displaying an image, such as a liquid crystal panel. In this case, the second display section 42 outputs information on the second device 52 as an image.
(7) The washing machine 100 of the first embodiment includes a first display unit 32 and a second display unit 42. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. The washing machine 100 may include any one of the first display unit 32 and the second display unit 42. The washing machine 100 may include three or more display units such as the first display unit 32 and the second display unit 42.
(8) The first display unit 32 may function as the second display unit 42. In this case, the first display part 32 displays the first to sixth information. In this case, for example, six kinds of changes in lighting of the first light source 31 may be prepared. The second display unit 42 may function as the first display unit 32.
(9) The washing machine 100 of the first embodiment is a drum type washing machine. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. In the eighth embodiment, the washing machine 100 may also be a vertical type washing machine.
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The invention is applicable to the field of washing machines.
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1 … case body; 2 … door (opening and closing part); 3 … operation display part; 7 … a housing part; 9 … rotating drum (washing tub); 11 … a charging part; 12 … connection part; 13 … a detection part; 14 … a communication section; 32 … a first display unit (display unit); 42 … a second display unit (display unit); 51 … first device (external device); 52 … second device (external device); 100 … washing machine
Claims (10)
1. A washing machine for washing laundry, comprising:
an operation display unit that receives an instruction to the washing machine; and
an external device display unit that displays information related to an external device; wherein
The external device display unit is disposed at a position away from the position where the operation display unit is disposed.
2. The washing machine as claimed in claim 1,
the external device display part is arranged on the outer surface part of the washing machine.
3. The washing machine as claimed in claim 1 or 2, further comprising:
a housing unit configured to house a first device included in the external device; wherein
The external device display portion includes a first display portion;
the first display portion displays information related to the first device.
4. The washing machine as claimed in claim 3, further comprising:
the detecting part detects whether the first equipment is accommodated in the accommodating part;
the first display unit displays storage information indicating whether or not the first device is stored in the storage unit.
5. The washing machine as claimed in claim 3 or 4, further comprising:
a charging unit that charges the first device; wherein
The first display unit displays charging information indicating a charging status of the first device.
6. The washing machine as claimed in claim 5, further comprising:
a connecting part arranged in the accommodating part; wherein
When the first device is housed in the housing portion, the charging portion charges the first device through the connecting portion.
7. The washing machine as claimed in any one of claims 3 to 6, further comprising:
a washing tank capable of accommodating washings;
a cabinet for accommodating the washing tub; and
an opening/closing unit rotatably mounted to the case; wherein
The accommodating part is arranged on the box body;
the first display unit is provided in the opening/closing unit.
8. A washing machine according to claim 7,
when the opening/closing portion is in a closed state, the first display portion faces the accommodating portion with the opening/closing portion interposed therebetween.
9. A washing machine according to any one of claims 3 to 8,
the first display unit is disposed near the housing unit.
10. The washing machine as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9, further comprising:
a communication unit that communicates with a second device included in the external device; wherein
The external device display portion includes a second display portion;
the second display unit displays communication information indicating a communication status between the communication unit and the second device.
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