EP3596263A1 - Steam appliance provided with a removable filtration element - Google Patents

Steam appliance provided with a removable filtration element

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EP3596263A1
EP3596263A1 EP18713326.9A EP18713326A EP3596263A1 EP 3596263 A1 EP3596263 A1 EP 3596263A1 EP 18713326 A EP18713326 A EP 18713326A EP 3596263 A1 EP3596263 A1 EP 3596263A1
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steam
filter element
distribution circuit
vapor
vapor diffusion
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Frédéric COLLET
Guy Ducruet
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SEB SA
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    • D—TEXTILES; PAPER
    • D06—TREATMENT OF TEXTILES OR THE LIKE; LAUNDERING; FLEXIBLE MATERIALS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • D06F—LAUNDERING, DRYING, IRONING, PRESSING OR FOLDING TEXTILE ARTICLES
    • D06F75/00—Hand irons
    • D06F75/08—Hand irons internally heated by electricity
    • D06F75/10—Hand irons internally heated by electricity with means for supplying steam to the article being ironed
    • D06F75/14—Hand irons internally heated by electricity with means for supplying steam to the article being ironed the steam being produced from water in a reservoir carried by the iron
    • D—TEXTILES; PAPER
    • D06—TREATMENT OF TEXTILES OR THE LIKE; LAUNDERING; FLEXIBLE MATERIALS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • D06F—LAUNDERING, DRYING, IRONING, PRESSING OR FOLDING TEXTILE ARTICLES
    • D06F75/00—Hand irons
    • D06F75/08—Hand irons internally heated by electricity
    • D06F75/10—Hand irons internally heated by electricity with means for supplying steam to the article being ironed
    • D—TEXTILES; PAPER
    • D06—TREATMENT OF TEXTILES OR THE LIKE; LAUNDERING; FLEXIBLE MATERIALS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • D06F—LAUNDERING, DRYING, IRONING, PRESSING OR FOLDING TEXTILE ARTICLES
    • D06F75/00—Hand irons
    • D06F75/38—Sole plates

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  • the present invention relates to a steam apparatus provided with a removable filter element.
  • EP2845944 discloses a steam iron comprising:
  • a steam distribution circuit in which a flow of steam is intended to flow, the vapor distribution circuit being fluidly connected to the vaporization chamber by at least one steam outlet opening; a filtration element arranged in the vapor distribution circuit and downstream of the vaporization chamber with respect to the flow direction of the vapor stream, the filter element being removable and having passage openings configured to retain scale particles entrained by the vapor stream.
  • the filter element is disposed in a recovery cavity provided at the heel of the steam iron, and can be extracted or introduced into the recovery cavity through a discharge orifice opening into the heel of the iron Steam and closed by a removable cap.
  • Such a configuration of the filter element allows, after removal of the plug, to extract the filter element out of the steam distribution circuit, and thus out of the steam apparatus, and to proceed with the cleaning of the filtration element. After cleaning, the filter element can be reintroduced into the steam distribution circuit via the discharge port.
  • the arrangement of the filter element at the heel of the steam iron requires the use of a filter element of small dimensions, and thereby induces a high cleaning frequency of the filter element, and is likely to reduce the life of the steam appliance if the user does not respect the cleaning frequency of the required filter element.
  • the present invention aims to remedy all or part of these disadvantages.
  • the technical problem underlying the invention is therefore to provide a steam device provided with a filter element to greatly limit the cleaning frequency of the latter, while increasing the life of the steam device .
  • the present invention relates to a steam apparatus comprising: a vaporization chamber,
  • a vapor distribution circuit in which a flow of vapor from the vaporization chamber is to flow, the vapor distribution circuit being fluidly connected to the vaporization chamber by at least one steam outlet opening, a filtration element disposed in the vapor distribution circuit and downstream of the vaporization chamber with respect to the direction of flow of the vapor stream, the filtration element being removable and having passage openings configured to retain scale particles entrained by the vapor stream, and - a vapor diffusion element provided with steam outlet holes, the vapor distribution circuit being configured to supply steam to the steam outlet holes, characterized in that vapor diffusion element is removable, and in that the filter element is disposed between the vaporization chamber and the diffusion element. vapor, and is configured to be withdrawn out of the steam distribution circuit and the steam apparatus, when the vapor diffusion member is deposited.
  • the arrangement of the filter element between the vaporization chamber and the vapor diffusion element allows the use of a filter element having a large filtration area, and thus significantly reduces the cleaning frequency of the filter element. the filter element. Moreover, the use of a filter element having a large filtration area makes it possible to provide small passage openings on the filter element, and thus to ensure trapping of fine particles of limestone, without risk of premature clogging of the filter element. Therefore, the service life of the steam apparatus according to the present invention is improved.
  • the steam apparatus may further have one or more of the following features, taken alone or in combination.
  • the steam apparatus is an ironing and / or uncreasing apparatus. According to another embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus is a steam cleaning unit.
  • the filter element extends under the vaporization chamber.
  • the steam apparatus comprises a first receiving location in which is removably mounted the filter element, and a second receiving location in which is removably mounted the steam diffusion element .
  • the vapor diffusion element delimits at least part of the steam distribution circuit.
  • the steam apparatus has an access opening through which the filter element can be removed from the steam distribution circuit, the vapor diffusion member being configured to at least partially closing the access opening so as to prevent removal of the filter element from the steam distribution circuit.
  • the steam distribution circuit comprises a receiving housing in which is disposed removably the filter element, the access opening opening into the receiving housing.
  • the steam apparatus comprises at least one movable retaining element between a retaining position in which the at least one retaining element retains the vapor diffusion element in a use position in which the vapor diffusion member at least partially closes the access opening and prevents removal of the filter element from the vapor distribution circuit, and a release position in which the at least one retaining element releases the vapor diffusion element and allows removal of the vapor diffusion element and removal of the filtration element through the access opening and out of the circuit. steam distribution.
  • the at least one retaining element is configured to cooperate with a retaining part, such as a retention notch, provided on the steam diffusion element.
  • the steam apparatus comprises a heating body delimiting the vaporization chamber, the vapor diffusion element being removably mounted on the heating body.
  • the access opening is provided on the heating body.
  • the heating body delimits the receiving housing.
  • the at least one retaining element is mounted to move on the heating body.
  • the heating body is thermally connected to the vapor diffusion element.
  • a seal is interposed between the heating body and the steam diffusion element.
  • the seal may for example be loaded with metal particles. Such a configuration of the seal promotes thermal conduction between the heating body and the vapor diffusion element.
  • the filter element is substantially plane.
  • the filter element extends substantially parallel to the vapor diffusion element.
  • the steam diffusion element comprises an ironing surface into which the outlet holes of steam.
  • the ironing surface is substantially flat.
  • the vapor diffusion element comprises a heating element configured to heat the ironing surface.
  • the vapor diffusion element is a soleplate for vapor diffusion.
  • the steam apparatus has a peripheral ironing surface extending around the ironing surface of the vapor diffusion member, the peripheral ironing surface and the ironing surface of the steam ironing surface.
  • the vapor diffusion element being substantially coplanar.
  • the flow of vapor flowing in the steam distribution circuit flows up and down through the filter element.
  • the flow of vapor flowing in the steam distribution circuit flows upwardly through the filter element.
  • the steam apparatus comprises a collection container disposed in the steam distribution circuit and configured to collect scale particles filtered by the filter element, the collection container being removable. and being configured to be removed from the steam distribution circuit when the vapor diffusion member is deposited.
  • the collection container is configured to be removed from the steam distribution circuit through the access opening.
  • the vapor diffusion member is thus configured to close at least part of the access opening to prevent withdrawal of the collection vessel from the steam distribution circuit.
  • the collection container is disposed upstream of the filter element with respect to the direction of flow of the vapor stream.
  • the collection container is integral with the filter element.
  • the steam apparatus is configured such that, when the vapor diffusion member rests on a plane support, the at least one vapor outlet opening is disposed substantially vertically. above the collection container.
  • the collection container and / or the filter element are integral with the steam diffusion element.
  • the filter element delimits at least in part an upstream steam distribution chamber configured to distribute the flow of steam to all the passage openings provided on the filter element.
  • the filter element and the vapor diffusion element define a downstream steam distribution chamber configured to distribute the flow of steam to all of the steam outlet holes.
  • the at least one steam outlet opening is formed in an elevated area with respect to the bottom surface of the vaporization chamber.
  • the steam apparatus comprises a steam iron having a heel on which the steam iron can rest during the inactive ironing phases.
  • the collection container is disposed between the bead and the filter element so that when the steam iron rests on the bead, the collection container is configured to collect particles. limestone falling by gravity from the filter element.
  • the collection container is disposed between the heel and the filter element so that, when the steam iron rests on the ironing surface, the collection container is configured to collect gravelly falling limestone particles.
  • the at least one steam outlet opening is disposed between the bead and the filter element such that, when the steam iron rests on the bead, the collection container is configured to collect limestone particles falling by gravity from the vaporization chamber.
  • the steam apparatus comprises:
  • a basic unit comprising a water tank and a steam generator intended to be supplied with water from the water tank,
  • a steam iron comprising the vaporization chamber, the steam distribution circuit, the filtration element and the vapor diffusion element, and
  • the steam apparatus is a steam iron further comprising a water tank, and an inlet opening connected to the water tank and opening into the steam chamber.
  • FIG. 1 is an exploded perspective view of a steam apparatus according to a first embodiment of the invention.
  • FIG. 2 is a partial sectional view of the steam apparatus of Figure 1.
  • FIG. 3 is a bottom view of a steam apparatus according to a second embodiment of the invention.
  • FIG. 4 is a partial sectional view of the steam apparatus of FIG.
  • Figures 5 and 6 are schematic views, partially in section, of a steam apparatus according to a third embodiment of the invention.
  • FIG. 1 represents a steam apparatus 2, and more particularly an ironing apparatus, comprising a base unit (not shown in the figures), a steam iron 3 and a steam conveying conduit 4 connecting the base unit and the steam iron 3.
  • the base unit comprises in particular a steam generator, a water tank and a pump configured to feed the steam generator with water from the water tank.
  • the steam unit 2 could however be devoid of a base unit, and the steam iron 3 could integrate a water tank.
  • the steam iron 3 comprises a housing 5 having a gripping portion 6 at its upper end and a heel 7 in its rear part on which the steam iron 3 can rest substantially vertically during the inactive ironing phases.
  • the steam iron 3 further comprises a vapor diffusion element 8, such as a steam diffusion soleplate, provided with a substantially flat ironing surface 9 and a set of steam outlet holes 1 1 opening in the ironing surface 9.
  • the steam iron 3 also comprises a heating element 12 integrated in the lower part of the housing 5, and thermally and mechanically bonded to the vapor diffusion element 8.
  • the heating element 12 comprises a foundry 13, for example made of aluminum, and a resistive heating element 14 bent in a U-shape and integrated into the foundry 13.
  • the heating element 12 also comprises a closure plate 15 which rests on the foundry 13, and a vaporization chamber 16 defined by the foundry 13 and the closure plate 15.
  • the foundry 13 more particularly comprises a partition 17 up to the closure plate 15 and laterally delimiting the vaporization chamber 16.
  • the heating body 12 furthermore has an inlet opening 18 connected to the steam conveying conduit 4 and opening into a front part of the vaporization chamber 16, and a steam outlet opening 19 arranged at a part rear of the vaporization chamber 16.
  • the inlet opening 18 is for example formed on the closure plate 15, while the steam outlet opening 19 is for example m swum on molding 13. According to an alternative embodiment of the invention, the inlet opening 18 could be connected to an integrated water tank steam iron 3.
  • the foundry 13 and the closure part 15 define a steam distribution circuit 21 fluidly connected on the one hand to the vaporization chamber 16 via the steam outlet opening 19, and on the other hand to the steam outlet holes 1 1, so that a stream of vapor from the vaporization chamber 16 can flow into the steam distribution circuit 21 and the steam outlet holes 1 1.
  • the steam outlet opening 19 is advantageously arranged in an elevated zone with respect to the bottom surface of the vaporization chamber 16, in order to prevent the penetration of water in liquid form into the steam distribution circuit 21.
  • the steam iron 3 further comprises a filter element 22 disposed in the steam distribution circuit 21 and downstream of the vaporization chamber 16 with respect to the direction of flow of the vapor stream.
  • the filter element 22 is preferably flat and has passage openings 23 configured to retain scale particles entrained by the vapor flow.
  • the passage openings 23 may be square and have sides of less than 0.4 mm, and advantageously between 0.1 mm and 0.4 mm. According to the embodiment shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the flow of vapor flowing in the vapor distribution circuit 21 flows up and down through the filter element 22. However, the circuit of FIG. The steam distribution could of course be configured such that the flow of vapor flowing in the vapor distribution circuit 21 flows upwardly through the filter element 22.
  • the filtration element 22 extends under the vaporization chamber 16, and between the vaporization chamber 16 and the vapor diffusion element 8.
  • the filtration element 22 extends substantially parallel to the vapor diffusion element 8.
  • the steam distribution circuit 21 comprises a receiving housing 24, for example delimited by the heating element 12, in which the filtering element 22 is removably disposed, and the heating element 12 comprises an opening of access 25 opening into the receiving housing 24 and through which the filter element 22 can be extracted or introduced into the receiving housing 24.
  • the vapor diffusion element 8 is removably mounted on the heating body 12, and is configured to close at least part of the access opening 25 when it is mounted on the heating body 12.
  • the steam iron 3 has one or more retaining members 26 movable between a retaining position in which the retaining element (s) 26 hold the vapor diffusion member 8 in a use position in which the vapor diffusion member 8 at least partially closes the access opening 25 and thereby prevents withdrawal or introduction of the filter element 22 out of or in the steam distribution circuit 21, and a release position in which the at least one retaining element (26) releases the vapor diffusion element (8) and allows removal of the vapor diffusion element (8) and thus n withdrawal or introduction of the filter element 22 out of or into the steam distribution circuit 21, via the access opening 25.
  • the or each element of retainer 26 is movably mounted on the heating body 12, and more particularly on the foundry 13, and is configured to cooperate with a retaining portion 27, such as a retaining groove, provided on the vapor diffusion element 8.
  • a retaining portion 27 such as a retaining groove
  • the or each retaining element 26 could be mounted to move on the steam diffusion element 8, and be configured to cooperate with a retaining portion provided on the heating body 12 .
  • a seal 28 is advantageously interposed between the heating element 12 and the vapor diffusion element 8.
  • the seal 28 can be fixed for example on the periphery of the filter element 22, or on one or the other of the heating body 12 and the vapor diffusion element 8.
  • the seal 28 may also be loaded with metal particles so as to promote thermal conduction between the heating body 12 and the vapor diffusion element 8, and thus ensure proper heating of the ironing surface 9.
  • the steam apparatus could include one or more contact pads 29 extending between the vapor diffusion element 8 and the heating body 12 and through passage holes 31 formed on the filter element 22. Such contact pads 29 could for example extend from the vapor diffusion element 8, and come into contact with the heating body 12.
  • the steam iron 3 also includes a collection container 32 removably disposed in the steam distribution circuit 21, and configured to be withdrawn or introduced into the receiving housing 24 of the steam distribution circuit 21 through the opening 25, when the vapor diffusion element 8 is deposited.
  • the collection container 32 is disposed upstream of the filter element 22 with respect to the direction of flow of the vapor stream, and more particularly between the bead 7 and the filter element 22 so that when the iron 3 is based on the heel 7, the collection container 32 is able to recover and collect limestone particles filtered by the filter element 22 and falling by gravity from the filter element 22.
  • the collection container 32 is also arranged such that, when the vapor diffusion member 8 rests on a horizontal plane support, the steam outlet opening 19 is disposed vertically above the collection container 32 , and so that, when the steam iron 3 rests on the heel 7, the collection container 32 is configured to collect particles of limestone falling by gravity from the vaporization chamber 16.
  • the collection container 32 is integral with the filter element 22.
  • the filter element 22 and the collection container 32 could be separated from each other. The particular configuration of the filter element 22 and the collection container
  • the filter element 32 allows, after removal of the vapor diffusion element 8, to extract the filter element 22 and the collection container 32 out of the steam distribution circuit, and thus out of the steam apparatus 2, and clean them, for example by soaking in vinegar. After cleaning the filter element 22 and the collection container 32, the latter can be reintroduced into the steam distribution circuit 21 via the access opening 25.
  • These arrangements thus make it possible to prevent clogging of the passage openings 23, and thus to increase the service life of the steam apparatus 2.
  • the arrangement of the filter element between the vaporization chamber and the vapor diffusion element 8 allows the use of a filtration element 22 having a large filtration area, for example of the order of 100 cm 2 , and therefore significantly reduce the cleaning frequency of the filter element 22.
  • the use of a filter element having a large filtration area makes it possible to provide passage openings 23 of small dimensions on the filtration element 22, and thus to ensure the trapping of fine particles of limestone, without any risk of premature clogging of the filter element 22.
  • the heating element 12 and the filtration element 22 define an upstream steam distribution chamber
  • FIGS 3 and 4 show a steam apparatus 2 according to a second embodiment of the invention which differs from the first embodiment essentially in that the heating body 12 has a peripheral ironing surface 35 extending around the surface the ironing element 9 of the vapor diffusion element 8, and in that the peripheral ironing surface 35 and the ironing surface 9 of the vapor diffusion element 8 are substantially coplanar.
  • Such a configuration of the steam iron 3 makes it possible to improve the ironing capacity of the latter, since the peripheral ironing surface 35 can be directly heated by conduction by the resistive heating element 14 integrated in the heating body 12.
  • the peripheral ironing surface 35 may be formed for example directly on the foundry 13, or on an insert and fixed on the latter.
  • the retaining element 26 is slidably mounted between the retaining and releasing positions, and the steam iron 3 comprises a biasing element 36, such as a spring helical, configured to bias the retainer 26 toward its retaining position.
  • a biasing element 36 such as a spring helical
  • FIGs 5 and 6 show a steam apparatus according to a third embodiment of the invention which differs from that shown in Figure 1 essentially in that it comprises a guide surface 37 disposed in the steam distribution circuit 21 and configured so that when the steam iron 3 is moved from a position in which it rests on its heel 7 (see Figure 5) to a position in which it rests on the ironing surface 9 (see Figure 6), particles of limestone dropped by gravity from the vaporization chamber 16 are guided to the collection vessel 32 by the guide surface 37.
  • the vapor diffusion element 8 could comprise a heating element configured to heat the ironing surface 9.
  • the collection container 32 and / or the filtration element 22 could be integral with the vapor diffusion element 8.

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Abstract

The steam appliance (2) comprises a steam-generation chamber (16); a steam distribution circuit in which a flow of steam is intended to flow, the steam distribution circuit being fluidically connected to the steam-generation chamber (16) by at least one steam outlet opening (19); a filtration element (22) placed in the steam distribution circuit and downstream of the steam-generation chamber (16) in relation to the direction in which the flow of steam flows, the filtration element (22) being removable and comprising passage openings which are configured to hold back particles of scale carried along by the flow of steam; and a steam diffusion element (8) which is removable and provided with steam outlet holes (11), the steam distribution circuit being configured to supply the steam outlet holes (11) with steam. The filtration element (22) is positioned between the steam-generation chamber (16) and the steam diffusing element (8) and is configured to be removed from the steam distribution circuit and from the steam appliance when the diffusion element (8) is taken off.

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APPAREIL A VAPEUR POURVU D'UN ELEMENT DE FILTRATION AMOVIBLE STEAM APPARATUS WITH REMOVABLE FILTRATION ELEMENT
La présente invention concerne un appareil à vapeur pourvu d'un élément de filtration amovible. Le document EP2845944 divulgue un fer à vapeur comportant : The present invention relates to a steam apparatus provided with a removable filter element. EP2845944 discloses a steam iron comprising:
- une chambre de vaporisation, - a spray chamber,
- un circuit de distribution de vapeur dans lequel est destiné à s'écouler un flux de vapeur, le circuit de distribution de vapeur étant relié fluidiquement à la chambre de vaporisation par au moins une ouverture de sortie de vapeur, - un élément de filtration disposé dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur et en aval de la chambre de vaporisation par rapport au sens d'écoulement du flux de vapeur, l'élément de filtration étant amovible et comportant des ouvertures de passage configurées pour retenir des particules de tartre entraînées par le flux de vapeur, et - un élément de diffusion de vapeur pourvu de trous de sortie de vapeur, le circuit de distribution de vapeur étant configuré pour alimenter en vapeur les trous de sortie de vapeur. a steam distribution circuit in which a flow of steam is intended to flow, the vapor distribution circuit being fluidly connected to the vaporization chamber by at least one steam outlet opening; a filtration element arranged in the vapor distribution circuit and downstream of the vaporization chamber with respect to the flow direction of the vapor stream, the filter element being removable and having passage openings configured to retain scale particles entrained by the vapor stream. vapor stream, and - a vapor diffusion element provided with steam outlet holes, the vapor distribution circuit being configured to supply steam to the steam outlet holes.
Selon un tel document, l'élément de filtration est disposé dans une cavité de récupération prévue au niveau du talon du fer à vapeur, et peut être extrait ou introduit dans la cavité de récupération par un orifice d'évacuation débouchant dans le talon du fer à vapeur et fermé par un bouchon amovible. According to such a document, the filter element is disposed in a recovery cavity provided at the heel of the steam iron, and can be extracted or introduced into the recovery cavity through a discharge orifice opening into the heel of the iron Steam and closed by a removable cap.
Une telle configuration de l'élément de filtration permet, après dépose du bouchon, d'extraire l'élément de filtration hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur, et donc hors de l'appareil à vapeur, et de procéder au nettoyage de l'élément de filtration. Après son nettoyage, l'élément de filtration peut être réintroduit dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur, via l'orifice d'évacuation. Ces dispositions permettent ainsi d'éviter un colmatage des ouvertures de passage de l'élément de filtration, et donc d'augmenter la durée de vie de l'appareil à vapeur. Such a configuration of the filter element allows, after removal of the plug, to extract the filter element out of the steam distribution circuit, and thus out of the steam apparatus, and to proceed with the cleaning of the filtration element. After cleaning, the filter element can be reintroduced into the steam distribution circuit via the discharge port. These provisions thus prevent clogging of the passage openings of the filter element, and thus increase the service life of the steam unit.
Cependant, la disposition de l'élément de filtration au niveau du talon du fer à vapeur requiert l'utilisation d'un élément de filtration de faibles dimensions, et induit de ce fait une fréquence de nettoyage élevée de l'élément de filtration, et est susceptible de réduire la durée de vie de l'appareil à vapeur si l'utilisateur ne respecte pas la fréquence de nettoyage de l'élément de filtration requise. However, the arrangement of the filter element at the heel of the steam iron requires the use of a filter element of small dimensions, and thereby induces a high cleaning frequency of the filter element, and is likely to reduce the life of the steam appliance if the user does not respect the cleaning frequency of the required filter element.
La présente invention vise à remédier à tout ou partie de ces inconvénients. Le problème technique à la base de l'invention consiste donc à fournir un appareil à vapeur pourvu d'un élément de filtration permettant de limiter grandement la fréquence de nettoyage de ce dernier, tout en augmentant la durée de vie de l'appareil à vapeur. The present invention aims to remedy all or part of these disadvantages. The technical problem underlying the invention is therefore to provide a steam device provided with a filter element to greatly limit the cleaning frequency of the latter, while increasing the life of the steam device .
A cet effet, la présente invention concerne un appareil à vapeur comportant : - une chambre de vaporisation, For this purpose, the present invention relates to a steam apparatus comprising: a vaporization chamber,
- un circuit de distribution de vapeur dans lequel est destiné à s'écouler un flux de vapeur provenant de la chambre de vaporisation, le circuit de distribution de vapeur étant relié fluidiquement à la chambre de vaporisation par au moins une ouverture de sortie de vapeur, - un élément de filtration disposé dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur et en aval de la chambre de vaporisation par rapport au sens d'écoulement du flux de vapeur, l'élément de filtration étant amovible et comportant des ouvertures de passage configurées pour retenir des particules de tartre entraînées par le flux de vapeur, et - un élément de diffusion de vapeur pourvu de trous de sortie de vapeur, le circuit de distribution de vapeur étant configuré pour alimenter en vapeur les trous de sortie de vapeur, caractérisé en ce que l'élément de diffusion de vapeur est amovible, et en ce que l'élément de filtration est disposé entre la chambre de vaporisation et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur, et est configuré pour être retiré hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur et de l'appareil à vapeur, lorsque l'élément de diffusion de vapeur est déposé. a vapor distribution circuit in which a flow of vapor from the vaporization chamber is to flow, the vapor distribution circuit being fluidly connected to the vaporization chamber by at least one steam outlet opening, a filtration element disposed in the vapor distribution circuit and downstream of the vaporization chamber with respect to the direction of flow of the vapor stream, the filtration element being removable and having passage openings configured to retain scale particles entrained by the vapor stream, and - a vapor diffusion element provided with steam outlet holes, the vapor distribution circuit being configured to supply steam to the steam outlet holes, characterized in that vapor diffusion element is removable, and in that the filter element is disposed between the vaporization chamber and the diffusion element. vapor, and is configured to be withdrawn out of the steam distribution circuit and the steam apparatus, when the vapor diffusion member is deposited.
La disposition de l'élément de filtration entre la chambre de vaporisation et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur permet l'utilisation d'un élément de filtration ayant une surface de filtration importante, et donc de diminuer de manière significative la fréquence de nettoyage de l'élément de filtration. De plus, l'utilisation d'un élément de filtration ayant une surface de filtration importante permet de prévoir des ouvertures de passage de faibles dimensions sur l'élément de filtration, et ainsi d'assurer un piégeage de fines particules de calcaire, sans risques de colmatage prématuré de l'élément de filtration. Par conséquent, la durée de vie de l'appareil à vapeur selon la présente invention est améliorée. The arrangement of the filter element between the vaporization chamber and the vapor diffusion element allows the use of a filter element having a large filtration area, and thus significantly reduces the cleaning frequency of the filter element. the filter element. Moreover, the use of a filter element having a large filtration area makes it possible to provide small passage openings on the filter element, and thus to ensure trapping of fine particles of limestone, without risk of premature clogging of the filter element. Therefore, the service life of the steam apparatus according to the present invention is improved.
L'appareil à vapeur peut en outre présenter une ou plusieurs des caractéristiques suivantes, prises seules ou en combinaison. The steam apparatus may further have one or more of the following features, taken alone or in combination.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur est un appareil de repassage et/ou de défroissage. Selon un autre mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur est une centrale de nettoyage à vapeur. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus is an ironing and / or uncreasing apparatus. According to another embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus is a steam cleaning unit.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'élément de filtration s'étend sous la chambre de vaporisation. According to one embodiment of the invention, the filter element extends under the vaporization chamber.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur comporte un premier emplacement de réception dans lequel est monté amovible l'élément de filtration, et un deuxième emplacement de réception dans lequel est monté amovible l'élément de diffusion de vapeur. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus comprises a first receiving location in which is removably mounted the filter element, and a second receiving location in which is removably mounted the steam diffusion element .
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'élément de diffusion de vapeur délimite au moins en partie le circuit de distribution de vapeur. Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur comporte une ouverture d'accès à travers laquelle l'élément de filtration peut être retiré hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur, l'élément de diffusion de vapeur étant configuré pour fermer au moins en partie l'ouverture d'accès de manière à empêcher un retrait de l'élément de filtration hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur. Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, le circuit de distribution de vapeur comporte un logement de réception dans lequel est disposé de manière amovible l'élément de filtration, l'ouverture d'accès débouchant dans le logement de réception. According to one embodiment of the invention, the vapor diffusion element delimits at least part of the steam distribution circuit. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus has an access opening through which the filter element can be removed from the steam distribution circuit, the vapor diffusion member being configured to at least partially closing the access opening so as to prevent removal of the filter element from the steam distribution circuit. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam distribution circuit comprises a receiving housing in which is disposed removably the filter element, the access opening opening into the receiving housing.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur comporte au moins un élément de retenue mobile entre une position de retenue dans laquelle l'au moins un élément de retenue retient l'élément de diffusion de vapeur dans une position d'utilisation dans laquelle l'élément de diffusion de vapeur ferme au moins en partie l'ouverture d'accès et empêche un retrait de l'élément de filtration hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur, et une position de libération dans laquelle l'au moins un élément de retenue libère l'élément de diffusion de vapeur et autorise une dépose de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur et un retrait de l'élément de filtration à travers l'ouverture d'accès et hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus comprises at least one movable retaining element between a retaining position in which the at least one retaining element retains the vapor diffusion element in a use position in which the vapor diffusion member at least partially closes the access opening and prevents removal of the filter element from the vapor distribution circuit, and a release position in which the at least one retaining element releases the vapor diffusion element and allows removal of the vapor diffusion element and removal of the filtration element through the access opening and out of the circuit. steam distribution.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'au moins un élément de retenue est configuré pour coopérer avec une partie de retenue, telle qu'une encoche de retenue, prévue sur l'élément de diffusion de vapeur. According to one embodiment of the invention, the at least one retaining element is configured to cooperate with a retaining part, such as a retention notch, provided on the steam diffusion element.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur comporte un corps chauffant délimitant la chambre de vaporisation, l'élément de diffusion de vapeur étant monté amovible sur le corps chauffant. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus comprises a heating body delimiting the vaporization chamber, the vapor diffusion element being removably mounted on the heating body.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'ouverture d'accès est ménagée sur le corps chauffant. According to one embodiment of the invention, the access opening is provided on the heating body.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, le corps chauffant délimite le logement de réception. According to one embodiment of the invention, the heating body delimits the receiving housing.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'au moins un élément de retenue est monté mobile sur le corps chauffant. Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, le corps chauffant est relié thermiquement à l'élément de diffusion de vapeur. According to one embodiment of the invention, the at least one retaining element is mounted to move on the heating body. According to one embodiment of the invention, the heating body is thermally connected to the vapor diffusion element.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, un joint d'étanchéité est interposé entre le corps chauffant et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur. Le joint d'étanchéité peut par exemple être chargé de particules métalliques. Une telle configuration du joint d'étanchéité favorise la conduction thermique entre le corps chauffant et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur. According to one embodiment of the invention, a seal is interposed between the heating body and the steam diffusion element. The seal may for example be loaded with metal particles. Such a configuration of the seal promotes thermal conduction between the heating body and the vapor diffusion element.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'élément de filtration est sensiblement plan. According to one embodiment of the invention, the filter element is substantially plane.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'élément de filtration s'étend sensiblement parallèlement à l'élément de diffusion de vapeur. Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'élément de diffusion de vapeur comporte une surface de repassage dans laquelle débouchent les trous de sortie de vapeur. According to one embodiment of the invention, the filter element extends substantially parallel to the vapor diffusion element. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam diffusion element comprises an ironing surface into which the outlet holes of steam.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, la surface de repassage est sensiblement plane. According to one embodiment of the invention, the ironing surface is substantially flat.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'élément de diffusion de vapeur comporte un élément de chauffage configuré pour chauffer la surface de repassage. According to one embodiment of the invention, the vapor diffusion element comprises a heating element configured to heat the ironing surface.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'élément de diffusion de vapeur est une semelle de diffusion de vapeur. According to one embodiment of the invention, the vapor diffusion element is a soleplate for vapor diffusion.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur comporte une surface de repassage périphérique s'étendant autour de la surface de repassage de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur, la surface de repassage périphérique et la surface de repassage de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur étant sensiblement coplanaires. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus has a peripheral ironing surface extending around the ironing surface of the vapor diffusion member, the peripheral ironing surface and the ironing surface of the steam ironing surface. the vapor diffusion element being substantially coplanar.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, le flux de vapeur s'écoulant dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur s'écoule de haut en bas au travers de l'élément de filtration. According to one embodiment of the invention, the flow of vapor flowing in the steam distribution circuit flows up and down through the filter element.
Selon un autre mode de réalisation de l'invention, le flux de vapeur s'écoulant dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur s'écoule de bas en haut au travers de l'élément de filtration. According to another embodiment of the invention, the flow of vapor flowing in the steam distribution circuit flows upwardly through the filter element.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur comporte un récipient de collecte disposé dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur et configuré pour collecter des particules de tartre filtrées par l'élément de filtration, le récipient de collecte étant amovible et étant configuré pour être retiré hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur lorsque l'élément de diffusion de vapeur est déposé. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus comprises a collection container disposed in the steam distribution circuit and configured to collect scale particles filtered by the filter element, the collection container being removable. and being configured to be removed from the steam distribution circuit when the vapor diffusion member is deposited.
Selon un autre mode de réalisation de l'invention, le récipient de collecte est configuré pour être retiré hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur à travers l'ouverture d'accès. L'élément de diffusion de vapeur est ainsi configuré pour fermer au moins en partie l'ouverture d'accès de manière à empêcher un retrait du récipient de collecte hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur. Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, le récipient de collecte est disposé en amont de l'élément de filtration par rapport au sens d'écoulement du flux de vapeur. According to another embodiment of the invention, the collection container is configured to be removed from the steam distribution circuit through the access opening. The vapor diffusion member is thus configured to close at least part of the access opening to prevent withdrawal of the collection vessel from the steam distribution circuit. According to one embodiment of the invention, the collection container is disposed upstream of the filter element with respect to the direction of flow of the vapor stream.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, le récipient de collecte est solidaire de l'élément de filtration. According to one embodiment of the invention, the collection container is integral with the filter element.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur est configuré de telle sorte que, lorsque l'élément de diffusion de vapeur repose sur un support plan, l'au moins une ouverture de sortie de vapeur est disposée sensiblement verticalement au-dessus du récipient de collecte. Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, le récipient de collecte et/ou l'élément de filtration sont solidaires de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus is configured such that, when the vapor diffusion member rests on a plane support, the at least one vapor outlet opening is disposed substantially vertically. above the collection container. According to one embodiment of the invention, the collection container and / or the filter element are integral with the steam diffusion element.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'élément de filtration délimite au moins en partie une chambre de distribution de vapeur amont configurée pour distribuer le flux de vapeur vers l'ensemble des ouvertures de passage prévues sur l'élément de filtration. According to one embodiment of the invention, the filter element delimits at least in part an upstream steam distribution chamber configured to distribute the flow of steam to all the passage openings provided on the filter element.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'élément de filtration et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur délimitent une chambre de distribution de vapeur aval configurée pour distribuer le flux de vapeur vers l'ensemble des trous de sortie de vapeur. Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'au moins une ouverture de sortie de vapeur est ménagée dans une zone surélevée par rapport à la surface de fond de la chambre de vaporisation. According to one embodiment of the invention, the filter element and the vapor diffusion element define a downstream steam distribution chamber configured to distribute the flow of steam to all of the steam outlet holes. According to one embodiment of the invention, the at least one steam outlet opening is formed in an elevated area with respect to the bottom surface of the vaporization chamber.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur comporte un fer à vapeur comportant un talon sur lequel le fer à vapeur peut reposer lors des phases inactives de repassage. According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus comprises a steam iron having a heel on which the steam iron can rest during the inactive ironing phases.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, le récipient de collecte est disposé entre le talon et l'élément de filtration de telle sorte que, lorsque le fer à vapeur repose sur le talon, le récipient de collecte est configuré pour collecter des particules de calcaire tombant par gravité depuis l'élément de filtration. Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, le récipient de collecte est disposé entre le talon et l'élément de filtration de telle sorte que, lorsque le fer à vapeur repose sur la surface de repassage, le récipient de collecte est configuré pour collecter des particules de calcaire tombant par gravité. According to one embodiment of the invention, the collection container is disposed between the bead and the filter element so that when the steam iron rests on the bead, the collection container is configured to collect particles. limestone falling by gravity from the filter element. According to one embodiment of the invention, the collection container is disposed between the heel and the filter element so that, when the steam iron rests on the ironing surface, the collection container is configured to collect gravelly falling limestone particles.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'au moins une ouverture de sortie de vapeur est disposée entre le talon et l'élément de filtration de telle sorte que, lorsque le fer à vapeur repose sur le talon, le récipient de collecte est configuré pour collecter des particules de calcaire tombant par gravité depuis la chambre de vaporisation. According to one embodiment of the invention, the at least one steam outlet opening is disposed between the bead and the filter element such that, when the steam iron rests on the bead, the collection container is configured to collect limestone particles falling by gravity from the vaporization chamber.
Selon un mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur comporte : According to one embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus comprises:
- une unité de base comportant un réservoir d'eau et un générateur de vapeur destiné à être alimenté en eau provenant du réservoir d'eau, a basic unit comprising a water tank and a steam generator intended to be supplied with water from the water tank,
- un fer à vapeur comportant la chambre de vaporisation, le circuit de distribution de vapeur, l'élément de filtration et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur, et a steam iron comprising the vaporization chamber, the steam distribution circuit, the filtration element and the vapor diffusion element, and
- un conduit d'acheminement de vapeur reliant l'unité de base et le fer à vapeur. - a steam conduit connecting the base unit and the steam iron.
Selon un autre mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur est un fer à vapeur comportant en outre un réservoir d'eau, et une ouverture d'entrée reliée au réservoir d'eau et débouchant dans la chambre de vaporisation. According to another embodiment of the invention, the steam apparatus is a steam iron further comprising a water tank, and an inlet opening connected to the water tank and opening into the steam chamber.
L'invention sera bien comprise à l'aide de la description qui suit en référence aux dessins schématiques annexés représentant, à titre d'exemple non limitatif, plusieurs formes d'exécution de cet appareil à vapeur. La figure 1 est une vue éclatée en perspective d'un appareil à vapeur selon un premier mode de réalisation de l'invention. The invention will be better understood from the following description with reference to the accompanying schematic drawings showing, by way of non-limiting example, several embodiments of this steam apparatus. Figure 1 is an exploded perspective view of a steam apparatus according to a first embodiment of the invention.
La figure 2 est une vue partielle en coupe de l'appareil à vapeur de la figure 1 . Figure 2 is a partial sectional view of the steam apparatus of Figure 1.
La figure 3 est une vue de dessous d'un appareil à vapeur selon un deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention. La figure 4 est une vue partielle en coupe de l'appareil à vapeur de la figure 3. Figure 3 is a bottom view of a steam apparatus according to a second embodiment of the invention. FIG. 4 is a partial sectional view of the steam apparatus of FIG.
Les figures 5 et 6 sont des vues schématiques, partiellement en coupe, d'un appareil à vapeur selon un troisième mode de réalisation de l'invention. Figures 5 and 6 are schematic views, partially in section, of a steam apparatus according to a third embodiment of the invention.
La figure 1 représente un appareil à vapeur 2, et plus particulièrement un appareil de repassage, comportant une unité de base (non représentée sur les figures), un fer à vapeur 3 et un conduit d'acheminement de vapeur 4 reliant l'unité de base et le fer à vapeur 3. L'unité de base comporte notamment un générateur de vapeur, un réservoir d'eau et une pompe configurée pour alimenter le générateur de vapeur en eau provenant du réservoir d'eau. Selon une variante de réalisation de l'invention, l'appareil à vapeur 2 pourrait cependant être dépourvu d'une unité de base, et le fer à vapeur 3 pourrait intégrer un réservoir d'eau. FIG. 1 represents a steam apparatus 2, and more particularly an ironing apparatus, comprising a base unit (not shown in the figures), a steam iron 3 and a steam conveying conduit 4 connecting the base unit and the steam iron 3. The base unit comprises in particular a steam generator, a water tank and a pump configured to feed the steam generator with water from the water tank. According to an alternative embodiment of the invention, the steam unit 2 could however be devoid of a base unit, and the steam iron 3 could integrate a water tank.
Le fer à vapeur 3 comporte un boîtier 5 comportant une partie de préhension 6 à son extrémité supérieure et un talon 7 dans sa partie arrière sur lequel le fer à vapeur 3 peut reposer sensiblement verticalement lors des phases inactives de repassage. The steam iron 3 comprises a housing 5 having a gripping portion 6 at its upper end and a heel 7 in its rear part on which the steam iron 3 can rest substantially vertically during the inactive ironing phases.
Le fer à vapeur 3 comporte en outre un élément de diffusion de vapeur 8, telle qu'une semelle de diffusion de vapeur, muni d'une surface de repassage 9 sensiblement plane et d'un ensemble de trous de sortie de vapeur 1 1 débouchant dans la surface de repassage 9. Le fer à vapeur 3 comporte également un corps chauffant 12 intégré dans la partie basse du boîtier 5, et lié thermiquement et mécaniquement à l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8. The steam iron 3 further comprises a vapor diffusion element 8, such as a steam diffusion soleplate, provided with a substantially flat ironing surface 9 and a set of steam outlet holes 1 1 opening in the ironing surface 9. The steam iron 3 also comprises a heating element 12 integrated in the lower part of the housing 5, and thermally and mechanically bonded to the vapor diffusion element 8.
Comme montré sur la figure 1 , le corps chauffant 12 comporte une fonderie 13, par exemple en aluminium, et un élément chauffant résistif 14 cintré en U et intégré dans la fonderie 13. Le corps chauffant 12 comporte également une plaque de fermeture 15 qui repose sur la fonderie 13, et une chambre de vaporisation 16 délimitée par la fonderie 13 et la plaque de fermeture 15. La fonderie 13 comporte plus particulièrement une cloison 17 remontant jusqu'à la plaque de fermeture 15 et délimitant latéralement la chambre de vaporisation 16. Le corps chauffant 12 comporte en outre une ouverture d'entrée 18 reliée au conduit d'acheminement de vapeur 4 et débouchant dans une partie avant de la chambre de vaporisation 16, et une ouverture de sortie de vapeur 19 ménagée au niveau d'une partie arrière de la chambre de vaporisation 16. L'ouverture d'entrée 18 est par exemple ménagée sur la plaque de fermeture 15, tandis que l'ouverture de sortie de vapeur 19 est par exemple ménagée sur la fonderie 13. Selon une variante de réalisation de l'invention, l'ouverture d'entrée 18 pourrait être reliée à un réservoir d'eau intégré au fer à vapeur 3. La fonderie 13 et la partie de fermeture 15 définissent un circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 relié fluidiquement d'une part à la chambre de vaporisation 16 via l'ouverture de sortie de vapeur 19, et d'autre part aux trous de sortie de vapeur 1 1 , et ce de telle sorte qu'un flux de vapeur, provenant de la chambre de vaporisation 16, puisse s'écouler dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 et jusqu'aux trous de sortie de vapeur 1 1 . L'ouverture de sortie de vapeur 19 est avantageusement ménagée dans une zone surélevée par rapport à la surface de fond de la chambre de vaporisation 16, afin d'éviter la pénétration d'eau sous forme liquide dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 . Le fer à vapeur 3 comporte en outre un élément de filtration 22 disposé dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 et en aval de la chambre de vaporisation 16 par rapport au sens d'écoulement du flux de vapeur. L'élément de filtration 22 est avantageusement plan et comporte des ouvertures de passage 23 configurées pour retenir des particules de tartre entraînées par le flux de vapeur. A titre d'exemple, les ouvertures de passage 23 peuvent être carrées et présenter des côtés de moins de 0,4 mm, et avantageusement compris entre 0,1 mm et 0,4 mm. Selon le mode de réalisation représenté sur les figures 1 et 2, le flux de vapeur s'écoulant dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 s'écoule de haut en bas au travers de l'élément de filtration 22. Cependant, le circuit de distribution de vapeur pourrait bien entendu être configuré de telle sorte que le flux de vapeur s'écoulant dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 s'écoule de bas en haut au travers de l'élément de filtration 22. As shown in FIG. 1, the heating element 12 comprises a foundry 13, for example made of aluminum, and a resistive heating element 14 bent in a U-shape and integrated into the foundry 13. The heating element 12 also comprises a closure plate 15 which rests on the foundry 13, and a vaporization chamber 16 defined by the foundry 13 and the closure plate 15. The foundry 13 more particularly comprises a partition 17 up to the closure plate 15 and laterally delimiting the vaporization chamber 16. The heating body 12 furthermore has an inlet opening 18 connected to the steam conveying conduit 4 and opening into a front part of the vaporization chamber 16, and a steam outlet opening 19 arranged at a part rear of the vaporization chamber 16. The inlet opening 18 is for example formed on the closure plate 15, while the steam outlet opening 19 is for example m swum on molding 13. According to an alternative embodiment of the invention, the inlet opening 18 could be connected to an integrated water tank steam iron 3. The foundry 13 and the closure part 15 define a steam distribution circuit 21 fluidly connected on the one hand to the vaporization chamber 16 via the steam outlet opening 19, and on the other hand to the steam outlet holes 1 1, so that a stream of vapor from the vaporization chamber 16 can flow into the steam distribution circuit 21 and the steam outlet holes 1 1. The steam outlet opening 19 is advantageously arranged in an elevated zone with respect to the bottom surface of the vaporization chamber 16, in order to prevent the penetration of water in liquid form into the steam distribution circuit 21. The steam iron 3 further comprises a filter element 22 disposed in the steam distribution circuit 21 and downstream of the vaporization chamber 16 with respect to the direction of flow of the vapor stream. The filter element 22 is preferably flat and has passage openings 23 configured to retain scale particles entrained by the vapor flow. For example, the passage openings 23 may be square and have sides of less than 0.4 mm, and advantageously between 0.1 mm and 0.4 mm. According to the embodiment shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the flow of vapor flowing in the vapor distribution circuit 21 flows up and down through the filter element 22. However, the circuit of FIG. The steam distribution could of course be configured such that the flow of vapor flowing in the vapor distribution circuit 21 flows upwardly through the filter element 22.
Comme montré plus particulièrement sur la figure 2, l'élément de filtration 22 s'étend sous la chambre de vaporisation 16, et entre la chambre de vaporisation 16 et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8. Avantageusement, l'élément de filtration 22 s'étend sensiblement parallèlement à l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8. As shown more particularly in FIG. 2, the filtration element 22 extends under the vaporization chamber 16, and between the vaporization chamber 16 and the vapor diffusion element 8. Advantageously, the filtration element 22 extends substantially parallel to the vapor diffusion element 8.
De façon avantageuse, le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 comporte un logement de réception 24, par exemple délimité par le corps chauffant 12, dans lequel est disposé de manière amovible l'élément de filtration 22, et le corps chauffant 12 comporte une ouverture d'accès 25 débouchant dans le logement de réception 24 et à travers laquelle l'élément de filtration 22 peut être extrait ou introduit dans le logement de réception 24. Afin de permettre une telle extraction ou introduction de l'élément de filtration 22 dans le logement de réception 24, l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 est monté amovible sur le corps chauffant 12, et est configuré pour fermer au moins en partie l'ouverture d'accès 25 lorsqu'il est monté sur le corps chauffant 12. Comme montré sur la figures 1 et 2, le fer à vapeur 3 comporte un ou plusieurs éléments de retenue 26 mobiles entre une position de retenue dans laquelle le ou les éléments de retenue 26 retiennent l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 dans une position d'utilisation dans laquelle l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 ferme au moins en partie l'ouverture d'accès 25 et empêche ainsi un retrait ou une introduction de l'élément de filtration 22 hors ou dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 , et une position de libération dans laquelle le ou les éléments de retenue 26 libèrent l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 et autorisent une dépose de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 et ainsi un retrait ou une introduction de l'élément de filtration 22 hors ou dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 , via l'ouverture d'accès 25. Selon le mode de réalisation représenté sur les figures 1 et 2, le ou chaque élément de retenue 26 est monté mobile sur le corps chauffant 12, et plus particulièrement sur la fonderie 13, et est configuré pour coopérer avec une partie de retenue 27, telle qu'une encoche de retenue, prévue sur l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8. Cependant, selon un autre mode de réalisation de l'invention, le ou chaque élément de retenue 26 pourrait être monté mobile sur l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8, et être configuré pour coopérer avec une partie de retenue prévue sur le corps chauffant 12. Advantageously, the steam distribution circuit 21 comprises a receiving housing 24, for example delimited by the heating element 12, in which the filtering element 22 is removably disposed, and the heating element 12 comprises an opening of access 25 opening into the receiving housing 24 and through which the filter element 22 can be extracted or introduced into the receiving housing 24. In order to allow such extraction or introduction of the filter element 22 into the receiving housing 24, the vapor diffusion element 8 is removably mounted on the heating body 12, and is configured to close at least part of the access opening 25 when it is mounted on the heating body 12. As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the steam iron 3 has one or more retaining members 26 movable between a retaining position in which the retaining element (s) 26 hold the vapor diffusion member 8 in a use position in which the vapor diffusion member 8 at least partially closes the access opening 25 and thereby prevents withdrawal or introduction of the filter element 22 out of or in the steam distribution circuit 21, and a release position in which the at least one retaining element (26) releases the vapor diffusion element (8) and allows removal of the vapor diffusion element (8) and thus n withdrawal or introduction of the filter element 22 out of or into the steam distribution circuit 21, via the access opening 25. According to the embodiment shown in Figures 1 and 2, the or each element of retainer 26 is movably mounted on the heating body 12, and more particularly on the foundry 13, and is configured to cooperate with a retaining portion 27, such as a retaining groove, provided on the vapor diffusion element 8. However, according to another embodiment of the invention, the or each retaining element 26 could be mounted to move on the steam diffusion element 8, and be configured to cooperate with a retaining portion provided on the heating body 12 .
Afin d'assurer l'étanchéité du circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 , un joint d'étanchéité 28 est avantageusement interposé entre le corps chauffant 12 et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8. Le joint d'étanchéité 28 peut être fixé par exemple sur la périphérie de l'élément de filtration 22, ou encore sur l'un ou l'autre du corps chauffant 12 et de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8. Le joint d'étanchéité 28 peut en outre être chargé de particules métalliques de manière à favoriser la conduction thermique entre le corps chauffant 12 et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8, et ainsi assurer un chauffage approprié de la surface de repassage 9. Cependant, afin de favoriser la conduction thermique entre le corps chauffant 12 et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8, l'appareil à vapeur pourrait comporter un ou plusieurs plots de contact 29 s'étendant entre l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 et le corps chauffant 12 et à travers des orifices de passage 31 ménagés sur l'élément de filtration 22. De tels plots de contact 29 pourraient par exemple s'étendre à partir de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8, et venir au contact du corps chauffant 12. In order to ensure the tightness of the steam distribution circuit 21, a seal 28 is advantageously interposed between the heating element 12 and the vapor diffusion element 8. The seal 28 can be fixed for example on the periphery of the filter element 22, or on one or the other of the heating body 12 and the vapor diffusion element 8. The seal 28 may also be loaded with metal particles so as to promote thermal conduction between the heating body 12 and the vapor diffusion element 8, and thus ensure proper heating of the ironing surface 9. However, in order to promote thermal conduction between the heating body 12 and the vapor diffusion element 8, the steam apparatus could include one or more contact pads 29 extending between the vapor diffusion element 8 and the heating body 12 and through passage holes 31 formed on the filter element 22. Such contact pads 29 could for example extend from the vapor diffusion element 8, and come into contact with the heating body 12.
Le fer à vapeur 3 comporte également un récipient de collecte 32 disposé de manière amovible dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 , et configuré pour être extrait ou introduit dans le logement de réception 24 du circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 à travers l'ouverture d'accès 25, lorsque l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 est déposé. The steam iron 3 also includes a collection container 32 removably disposed in the steam distribution circuit 21, and configured to be withdrawn or introduced into the receiving housing 24 of the steam distribution circuit 21 through the opening 25, when the vapor diffusion element 8 is deposited.
Le récipient de collecte 32 est disposé en amont de l'élément de filtration 22 par rapport au sens d'écoulement du flux de vapeur, et plus particulièrement entre le talon 7 et l'élément de filtration 22 de telle sorte que, lorsque le fer à vapeur 3 repose sur le talon 7, le récipient de collecte 32 est apte à récupérer et collecter des particules de calcaire filtrées par l'élément de filtration 22 et tombant par gravité depuis l'élément de filtration 22. Ces dispositions permettent d'éviter un colmatage prématuré de l'élément de filtration 22 par accumulation de particules de calcaire sur l'élément de filtration 22. The collection container 32 is disposed upstream of the filter element 22 with respect to the direction of flow of the vapor stream, and more particularly between the bead 7 and the filter element 22 so that when the iron 3 is based on the heel 7, the collection container 32 is able to recover and collect limestone particles filtered by the filter element 22 and falling by gravity from the filter element 22. These provisions make it possible to avoid premature clogging of the filter element 22 by accumulation of limescale particles on the filter element 22.
Avantageusement, le récipient de collecte 32 est également disposé de telle sorte que, lorsque l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 repose sur un support plan horizontal, l'ouverture de sortie de vapeur 19 est disposée verticalement au- dessus du récipient de collecte 32, et de telle sorte que, lorsque le fer à vapeur 3 repose sur le talon 7, le récipient de collecte 32 est configuré pour collecter des particules de calcaire tombant par gravité depuis la chambre de vaporisation 16. Ces dispositions permettent d'éviter une accumulation de particules de calcaire dans la chambre de vaporisation 16 qui pourrait nuire à l'efficacité de cette dernière. Selon le mode de réalisation représenté sur les figures, le récipient de collecte 32 est solidaire de l'élément de filtration 22. Cependant, l'élément de filtration 22 et le récipient de collecte 32 pourraient être séparés l'un de l'autre. La configuration particulière de l'élément de filtration 22 et du récipient de collecteAdvantageously, the collection container 32 is also arranged such that, when the vapor diffusion member 8 rests on a horizontal plane support, the steam outlet opening 19 is disposed vertically above the collection container 32 , and so that, when the steam iron 3 rests on the heel 7, the collection container 32 is configured to collect particles of limestone falling by gravity from the vaporization chamber 16. These provisions prevent accumulation limestone particles in the vaporization chamber 16 which could affect the effectiveness of the latter. According to the embodiment shown in the figures, the collection container 32 is integral with the filter element 22. However, the filter element 22 and the collection container 32 could be separated from each other. The particular configuration of the filter element 22 and the collection container
32 permet, après dépose de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8, d'extraire l'élément de filtration 22 et le récipient de collecte 32 hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur, et donc hors de l'appareil à vapeur 2, et de procéder à leur nettoyage, par exemple par trempage dans du vinaigre. Après le nettoyage de l'élément de filtration 22 et du récipient de collecte 32, ces derniers peuvent être réintroduits dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 , via l'ouverture d'accès 25. Ces dispositions permettent ainsi d'éviter un colmatage des ouvertures de passage 23, et donc d'augmenter la durée de vie de l'appareil à vapeur 2. En outre, la disposition de l'élément de filtration entre la chambre de vaporisation et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 permet l'utilisation d'un élément de filtration 22 ayant une surface de filtration importante, par exemple de l'ordre de 100 cm2, et donc de diminuer de manière significative la fréquence de nettoyage de l'élément de filtration 22. De plus, l'utilisation d'un élément de filtration ayant une surface de filtration importante permet de prévoir des ouvertures de passage 23 de faibles dimensions sur l'élément de filtration 22, et ainsi d'assurer un piégeage de fines particules de calcaire, sans risques de colmatage prématuré de l'élément de filtration 22. 32 allows, after removal of the vapor diffusion element 8, to extract the filter element 22 and the collection container 32 out of the steam distribution circuit, and thus out of the steam apparatus 2, and clean them, for example by soaking in vinegar. After cleaning the filter element 22 and the collection container 32, the latter can be reintroduced into the steam distribution circuit 21 via the access opening 25. These arrangements thus make it possible to prevent clogging of the passage openings 23, and thus to increase the service life of the steam apparatus 2. In addition, the arrangement of the filter element between the vaporization chamber and the vapor diffusion element 8 allows the use of a filtration element 22 having a large filtration area, for example of the order of 100 cm 2 , and therefore significantly reduce the cleaning frequency of the filter element 22. In addition, the use of a filter element having a large filtration area makes it possible to provide passage openings 23 of small dimensions on the filtration element 22, and thus to ensure the trapping of fine particles of limestone, without any risk of premature clogging of the filter element 22.
Comme montré plus particulièrement sur la figure 2, le corps chauffant 12 et l'élément de filtration 22 délimitent une chambre de distribution de vapeur amontAs shown more particularly in FIG. 2, the heating element 12 and the filtration element 22 define an upstream steam distribution chamber
33 configurée pour distribuer le flux de vapeur vers l'ensemble des ouvertures de passage 23 prévues sur l'élément de filtration 22. Ces dispositions assurent un niveau de débit suffisant à travers l'élément de filtration 22, malgré un colmatage partiel de ce dernier en raison de la rétention de particules de calcaire sur l'élément de filtration 22. 33 configured to distribute the flow of steam to all the through openings 23 provided on the filter element 22. These arrangements provide a sufficient flow level through the filter element 22, despite a partial clogging of the latter due to the retention of limescale particles on the filter element 22.
En outre, l'élément de filtration 22 et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 délimitent une chambre de distribution de vapeur aval 34 configurée pour distribuer le flux de vapeur vers l'ensemble des trous de sortie de vapeur 1 1 . Ces dispositions assurent une distribution uniforme du flux de vapeur vers l'ensemble des trous de sortie de vapeur 1 1 , même lorsqu'une partie de l'élément de filtration 22 est colmatée. Les figures 3 et 4 représentent un appareil à vapeur 2 selon un deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention qui diffère du premier mode de réalisation essentiellement en ce que le corps chauffant 12 comporte une surface de repassage périphérique 35 s'étendant autour de la surface de repassage 9 de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8, et en ce que la surface de repassage périphérique 35 et la surface de repassage 9 de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 sont sensiblement coplanaires. Une telle configuration du fer à vapeur 3 permet d'améliorer la capacité de repassage de ce dernier, puisque la surface de repassage périphérique 35 peut être directement chauffée par conduction par l'élément chauffant résistif 14 intégré au corps chauffant 12. In addition, the filter element 22 and the vapor diffusion element 8 delimit a downstream steam distribution chamber 34 configured to distribute the stream of steam to all of the steam outlet holes 11. These arrangements provide a uniform distribution of steam flow to all steam outlet holes January 1, even when a portion of the filter element 22 is clogged. Figures 3 and 4 show a steam apparatus 2 according to a second embodiment of the invention which differs from the first embodiment essentially in that the heating body 12 has a peripheral ironing surface 35 extending around the surface the ironing element 9 of the vapor diffusion element 8, and in that the peripheral ironing surface 35 and the ironing surface 9 of the vapor diffusion element 8 are substantially coplanar. Such a configuration of the steam iron 3 makes it possible to improve the ironing capacity of the latter, since the peripheral ironing surface 35 can be directly heated by conduction by the resistive heating element 14 integrated in the heating body 12.
La surface de repassage périphérique 35 peut être ménagée par exemple directement sur la fonderie 13, ou sur une pièce rapportée et fixée sur cette dernière. The peripheral ironing surface 35 may be formed for example directly on the foundry 13, or on an insert and fixed on the latter.
En outre, selon le deuxième mode de réalisation de l'invention, l'élément de retenue 26 est monté coulissant entre les positions de retenue et de libération, et le fer à vapeur 3 comporte un élément de sollicitation 36, tel qu'un ressort hélicoïdal, configuré pour solliciter l'élément de retenue 26 vers sa position de retenue. In addition, according to the second embodiment of the invention, the retaining element 26 is slidably mounted between the retaining and releasing positions, and the steam iron 3 comprises a biasing element 36, such as a spring helical, configured to bias the retainer 26 toward its retaining position.
Les figures 5 et 6 représentent un appareil à vapeur selon un troisième mode de réalisation de l'invention qui diffère de celui représenté sur la figure 1 essentiellement en ce qu'il comporte une surface de guidage 37 disposée dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur 21 et configurée de telle sorte que, lorsque le fer à vapeur 3 est déplacé d'une position dans laquelle il repose sur son talon 7 (voir la figure 5) à une position dans laquelle il repose sur la surface de repassage 9 (voir la figure 6), des particules de calcaire tombées par gravité depuis la chambre de vaporisation 16 sont guidées vers le récipient de collecte 32 par la surface de guidage 37. Figures 5 and 6 show a steam apparatus according to a third embodiment of the invention which differs from that shown in Figure 1 essentially in that it comprises a guide surface 37 disposed in the steam distribution circuit 21 and configured so that when the steam iron 3 is moved from a position in which it rests on its heel 7 (see Figure 5) to a position in which it rests on the ironing surface 9 (see Figure 6), particles of limestone dropped by gravity from the vaporization chamber 16 are guided to the collection vessel 32 by the guide surface 37.
Selon un autre mode de réalisation de l'invention non représenté sur les figures, l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8 pourrait comporter un élément de chauffage configuré pour chauffer la surface de repassage 9. Selon encore un autre mode de réalisation de l'invention non représenté sur les figures, le récipient de collecte 32 et/ou l'élément de filtration 22 pourraient être solidaires de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur 8. According to another embodiment of the invention not shown in the figures, the vapor diffusion element 8 could comprise a heating element configured to heat the ironing surface 9. According to yet another embodiment of the invention not shown in the figures, the collection container 32 and / or the filtration element 22 could be integral with the vapor diffusion element 8.
Comme il va de soi, l'invention ne se limite pas aux seules formes d'exécution de cet appareil à vapeur, décrites ci-dessus à titre d'exemples, elle en embrasse au contraire toutes les variantes de réalisation. As goes without saying, the invention is not limited to the embodiments of this steam device, described above as examples, it encompasses all the variants.

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1 . Appareil à vapeur (2) comportant : 1. Steam apparatus (2) comprising:
- une chambre de vaporisation (16), - un circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ) dans lequel est destiné à s'écouler un flux de vapeur, le circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ) étant relié fluidiquement à la chambre de vaporisation (16) par au moins une ouverture de sortie de vapeur (19), - a vaporization chamber (16), - a steam distribution circuit (21) in which a flow of vapor is intended to flow, the vapor distribution circuit (21) being fluidly connected to the vaporization chamber ( 16) by at least one steam outlet opening (19),
- un élément de filtration (22) disposé dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ) et en aval de la chambre de vaporisation (16) par rapport au sens d'écoulement du flux de vapeur, l'élément de filtration (22) étant amovible et comportant des ouvertures de passage (23) configurées pour retenir des particules de tartre entraînées par le flux de vapeur, et a filtration element (22) arranged in the vapor distribution circuit (21) and downstream of the vaporization chamber (16) with respect to the direction of flow of the vapor stream, the filtration element (22). being removable and having passage openings (23) configured to retain scale particles entrained by the vapor flow, and
- un élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) pourvu de trous de sortie de vapeur (1 1 ), le circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ) étant configuré pour alimenter en vapeur les trous de sortie de vapeur (1 1 ), caractérisé en ce que l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) est amovible, et en ce que l'élément de filtration (22) est disposé entre la chambre de vaporisation (16) et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8), et est configuré pour être retiré hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ) lorsque l'élément de diffusion (8) est déposé. a vapor diffusion element (8) provided with steam outlet holes (1 1), the steam distribution circuit (21) being configured to supply steam to the steam outlet holes (1 1), characterized in the vapor diffusion element (8) is removable, and in that the filter element (22) is arranged between the vaporization chamber (16) and the vapor diffusion element (8), and is configured to be removed from the steam distribution circuit (21) when the diffusion member (8) is deposited.
2. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon la revendication 1 , lequel comporte une ouverture d'accès (25) à travers laquelle l'élément de filtration (22) peut être retiré hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ), l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) étant configuré pour fermer au moins en partie l'ouverture d'accès (25) de manière à empêcher un retrait de l'élément de filtration (22) hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ). The steam apparatus (2) according to claim 1, which has an access opening (25) through which the filter element (22) can be removed from the steam distribution circuit (21), the vapor diffusion member (8) being configured to at least partially close the access opening (25) so as to prevent removal of the filter element (22) from the steam distribution circuit (21) .
3. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon la revendication 2, dans lequel le circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ) comporte un logement de réception (24) dans lequel est disposé de manière amovible l'élément de filtration (22), l'ouverture d'accès (25) débouchant dans le logement de réception (24). Steam apparatus (2) according to claim 2, wherein the steam distribution circuit (21) has a receiving housing (24) in which the filter element (22) is removably disposed, the access opening (25) opening into the receiving housing (24).
4. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon la revendication 2 ou 3, lequel comporte au moins un élément de retenue (26) mobile entre une position de retenue dans laquelle l'au moins un élément de retenue (26) retient l'élément de diffusion de vapeurThe steam apparatus (2) according to claim 2 or 3, which comprises at least one retaining element (26) movable between a retaining position in which the at least one retaining element (26) retains the vapor diffusion
(8) dans une position d'utilisation dans laquelle l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) ferme au moins en partie l'ouverture d'accès (25) et empêche un retrait de l'élément de filtration (22) hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ), et une position de libération dans laquelle l'au moins un élément de retenue (26) libère l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) et autorise une dépose de l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) et un retrait de l'élément de filtration (22) à travers l'ouverture d'accès (25) et hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ). (8) in a use position in which the vapor diffusion member (8) at least partially closes the access opening (25) and prevents withdrawal of the filter element (22) out of the vapor distribution circuit (21), and a release position in which the at least one retaining element (26) releases the vapor diffusion element (8) and allows removal of the vapor diffusion element (8) and removing the filter element (22) through the access opening (25) and out of the steam distribution circuit (21).
5. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 4, lequel comporte un corps chauffant (12) délimitant la chambre de vaporisation (16), l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) étant monté amovible sur le corps chauffant (12). 5. Steam apparatus (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, which comprises a heating body (12) defining the vaporization chamber (16), the vapor diffusion element (8) being removably mounted on the heating body (12).
6. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 5, dans lequel l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) comporte une surface de repassageThe steam apparatus (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the vapor diffusion member (8) has an ironing surface
(9) dans laquelle débouchent les trous de sortie de vapeur (1 1 ). (9) in which the outlet holes of steam (1 1).
7. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 6, lequel comporte un récipient de collecte (32) disposé dans le circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ) et configuré pour collecter des particules de tartre filtrées par l'élément de filtration (22), le récipient de collecte (32) étant amovible et étant configuré pour être retiré hors du circuit de distribution de vapeur (21 ) lorsque l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) est déposé. 8. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon la revendication 7, dans lequel le récipient de collecte (32) est disposé en amont de l'élément de filtration (22) par rapport au sens d'écoulement du flux de vapeur. A steam apparatus (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, which comprises a collection vessel (32) disposed in the steam distribution circuit (21) and configured to collect scale particles filtered by the filter element (22), the collection container (32) being removable and being configured to be removed from the steam distribution circuit (21) when the vapor diffusion member (8) is deposited. 8. Steam apparatus (2) according to claim 7, wherein the collection vessel (32) is disposed upstream of the filter element (22) with respect to the direction of flow of the vapor stream.
9. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon la revendication 7 ou 8, dans lequel le récipient de collecte (32) est solidaire de l'élément de filtration (22). 10. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 7 à 9, lequel est configuré de telle sorte que, lorsque l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) repose sur un support plan, l'au moins une ouverture de sortie de vapeur (19) est disposée sensiblement verticalement au-dessus du récipient de collecte (32). 9. Steam apparatus (2) according to claim 7 or 8, wherein the collection container (32) is integral with the filter element (22). A steam apparatus (2) according to any one of claims 7 to 9, which is configured such that when the vapor diffusion member (8) rests on a plane support, the at least one steam outlet opening (19) is disposed substantially vertically above the collection container (32).
1 1 . Appareil à vapeur (2) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 10, dans lequel l'élément de filtration (22) délimite au moins en partie une chambre de distribution de vapeur amont (33) configurée pour distribuer le flux de vapeur vers l'ensemble des ouvertures de passage (23) prévues sur l'élément de filtration (22). 1 1. A steam apparatus (2) as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the filter element (22) defines at least in part an upstream steam distribution chamber (33) configured to distribute the steam flow to all the passage openings (23) provided on the filter element (22).
12. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 1 1 , dans lequel l'élément de filtration (22) et l'élément de diffusion de vapeur (8) délimitent une chambre de distribution de vapeur aval (34) configurée pour distribuer le flux de vapeur vers l'ensemble des trous de sortie de vapeur (1 1 ). A steam apparatus (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the filter element (22) and the vapor diffusion element (8) define a downstream steam distribution chamber ( 34) configured to distribute the vapor stream to all of the steam outlet holes (1 1).
13. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 12, lequel comporte un fer à vapeur (3) comportant un talon (7) sur lequel le fer à vapeur (3) peut reposer lors des phases inactives de repassage. 13. Steam apparatus (2) according to any one of claims 1 to 12, which comprises a steam iron (3) having a heel (7) on which the steam iron (3) can rest during the inactive phases of ironing.
14. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon la revendication 13 en combinaison avec la revendication 7, dans lequel le récipient de collecte (32) est disposé entre le talon (7) et l'élément de filtration (22) de telle sorte que, lorsque le fer à vapeur (3) repose sur le talon (7), le récipient de collecte (32) est configuré pour collecter des particules de calcaire tombant par gravité depuis l'élément de filtration (22). A steam apparatus (2) according to claim 13 in combination with claim 7, wherein the collection vessel (32) is disposed between the bead (7) and the filter element (22) so that, when the steam iron (3) rests on the heel (7), the collection vessel (32) is configured to collect gravelly falling limestone particles from the filter element (22).
15. Appareil à vapeur (2) selon la revendication 13 en combinaison avec les revendications 6 et 7, dans lequel le récipient de collecte (32) est disposé entre le talon (7) et l'élément de filtration (22) de telle sorte que, lorsque le fer à vapeur (3) repose sur la surface de repassage (9), le récipient de collecte (32) est configuré pour collecter des particules de calcaire tombant par gravité. A steam apparatus (2) according to claim 13 in combination with claims 6 and 7, wherein the collection container (32) is disposed between the bead (7) and the filter element (22) in such a way that when the steam iron (3) rests on the ironing surface (9), the collection container (32) is configured to collect gravelly falling particles of limestone.
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