JP2009266465A - Embedded type induction cooker - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To improve user-friendliness by making the level-difference between a top plate and a kitchen top face extremely small and a flat structure, and ensuring a non-cooking space at the front of the kitchen widely. <P>SOLUTION: The top plate 7 is mounted on a under frame 8 to be adhered and fixed and a top frame 9 to cover in U-shape the whole circumference of the end face of the top plate 7 is insertion engaged with the top plate 7 and the under frame 8. By providing a level-down part 15 at the kitchen hole opening 14, the lower surface of the under frame 8 is mounted on the level-down part 15, thereby, the kitchen top face 13 and the upper surface of the top plate 7 becomes nearly same surface without level difference, and the level difference between the top plate 7 and the kitchen top face 13 and the top frame 9 becomes small to make a flat simple and neat design, and to provide a superior cleaning performance. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2010,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a built-in induction heating cooker that is mainly incorporated in a kitchen for home use, and in particular, the top plate constituting the cooking surface of the top surface is substantially flush with the top surface of the kitchen, and is incorporated in a flat configuration without an opening hole. The present invention relates to a type induction heating cooker.

  Conventionally, this type of built-in induction heating cooker is generally configured such that the end surface of the glass plate constituting the cooking surface is covered with a metal frame and the pan is placed on the top of the kitchen. (For example, refer to Patent Document 1).

  6 and 7 show a conventional built-in induction heating cooker described in Patent Document 1. FIG.

  As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the main unit 50 is configured by disposing three induction heating devices 52, a cooling device 53, and a control device 54 in the outer case 51, and the top unit 55 is configured by the top frame 56. A top plate 57 is disposed below and an under frame 58 is disposed below the top plate 57. The top frame 56, the top plate 57, and the under frame 58 are bonded and fixed together.

  Here, the top unit 55 is placed so as to cover the upper opening of the main unit 50, and is fixed to the outer case 51 with screws by a mounting bracket 59 welded to the under frame 58, and is disposed on the kitchen top surface 60. The main body unit 50 is accommodated in the open kitchen hole 61, and the underframe 58 is mounted on the kitchen top surface 60 so as to be installed in the kitchen.

  At this time, the heating section 62 of the induction heating device 52 disposed below the top plate 57 is arranged in a triangular shape and has an intake port 63 for taking outside air behind the top surface of the top unit 55 by the cooling device 53 and the inside. An exhaust port 64 for discharging the hot air after cooling to the outside is provided.

A top unit 55 and a non-cooking space 65 are arranged for the determined kitchen module.
JP 2006-200247 A

  However, in the conventional configuration, since the under frame 58 is placed on the kitchen top surface 60, the top frame 56, the top plate 57, and the under frame 58 constituting the top unit 55 are stacked to have a thickness of at least about 10 mm. As a result, a difference in level from the kitchen top surface 60 was produced on the entire circumference of the top unit 55, and there was a problem that care and usability were poor during cooking and cleaning.

  Further, the heating unit 62 of the induction heating device 52 disposed below the top plate 57 is disposed in a triangular shape, and the intake port 63 and the exhaust port 64 are disposed behind the top surface of the top unit 55. The depth dimension of the top unit 55 is increased, the non-cooking space 65 is narrowed with respect to the determined kitchen module, and the preparation space before cooking is not close, or a dish for storing food cannot be placed nearby. As a kitchen space that considered cooking in general, it had the problem of being inconvenient and unusable.

  The present invention solves the above-mentioned conventional problems, and has a flat structure with a very small step with respect to the top of the kitchen, ensuring a wide non-cooking space in front of the kitchen, and is easy to use and has excellent design. An object is to provide a cooking device.

  In order to solve the above-described conventional problems, the built-in induction heating cooker according to the present invention places a top plate on an underframe and adheres and fixes it, and covers the end surface of the top plate in a U-shape. By fitting the top frame to the top plate and the under frame, providing a stepped part in the kitchen hole opening, and placing the lower surface of the under frame on the stepped part, the top surface of the kitchen and the top plate have no step It becomes substantially the same surface, and the step between the top plate and kitchen top surface and the top frame becomes extremely small (for example, approximately 1 mm), and it is excellent in a clean flat design and cleanability.

  Furthermore, by arranging the heating portions 62 of the plurality of induction heating devices 52 arranged below the top plate 57 in a horizontal row from the center of the top plate 57, the non-cooking space 65 can be used remarkably widely. It is a convenient and easy-to-use built-in induction heating cooker that can be used as a kitchen space considering the entire cooking process from preparation to serving on a plate.

  In the built-in induction heating cooker of the present invention, the top plate is placed on the under frame and bonded and fixed, and the top frame covering the end surface of the top plate in a U-shape is fitted to the top plate and the under frame. The top surface of the kitchen and the top plate of the top plate are almost flush with each other by providing a stepped portion in the opening of the kitchen hole and placing the lower surface of the underframe on the stepped portion. By reducing the level difference between the top surface and the top frame, it has a clean, flat design and excellent cleanability.

  Furthermore, by arranging the heating parts of multiple induction heating devices arranged below the top plate in a horizontal row from the center of the top plate, it is possible to use the non-cooking space much more widely. As a kitchen space that takes into consideration the entire cooking process, it is possible to provide a built-in induction heating cooker that is convenient and easy to use.

  According to a first aspect of the present invention, a main body unit in which an induction heating device, a cooling device, and a control device are disposed in an outer case, and a bottom surface of the top plate are bonded and fixed by supporting the under plate with an underframe. In a configuration comprising a top unit in which a top frame is fitted to the top plate and the under frame so as to cover the periphery, and the top unit is mounted and fixed so as to cover the upper opening of the main unit. The top surface of the top plate is substantially flush with the top surface of the kitchen, and a stepped portion is formed on the top surface of the kitchen so that the bottom surface of the top unit is placed on the stepped portion. A step between the top surface of the kitchen and the highest position of the top frame is configured to be approximately 1 mm, and a plurality of the bottom plates are disposed below the top plate. By disposing the heating unit of the induction heating device and arranging the heating units in a substantially horizontal row on the back side from the center in the depth direction of the top plate, the top surface of the kitchen and the top plate are The built-in induction heating cooker has an almost flat surface with no steps, a flat frame with a top frame and top plate, and a step of approximately 1 mm between the top frame and the top of the kitchen. You can see the boundary between the top plate surface and the kitchen top surface with a step, and you can transform the kitchen top surface made of artificial marble, etc. without inadvertently leaving a heated frying pan or pan on the kitchen top surface It is possible to prevent the color from being changed or discolored.

Further, the top plate end face is covered with a top frame to protect it from breakage and chipping of the glass, and it is located approximately 1 mm above the kitchen top face, so that the kitchen opening end face is not damaged and can be used for a long period of time.

  Furthermore, by arranging the heating parts of a plurality of induction heating devices arranged below the top plate in a horizontal line from the center of the top plate to the back side, the non-cooking space can be used much more widely. It is possible to provide a built-in induction heating cooker that is convenient and easy to use as a kitchen space that takes into consideration the entire cooking process from preparation to preparation of dishes without the hassle of moving.

  In the second invention, in particular, the end surface of one top plate of the first invention forms an entirely smooth surface, and the cross section of the top frame is U-shaped and fits along the smooth surface of the top plate without any gap. When the width of the top frame as viewed from above is 4 mm or less, a step can be formed without impairing design as a boundary member between the top plate and the kitchen top surface constituting substantially the same surface. , Don't inadvertently leave hot frying pans and pans on the top of the kitchen, and do not deform or discolor the top of the kitchen made of artificial marble. Can do.

  In particular, the third invention is such that a sealing member is adhered and fixed to the entire periphery of the lower surface of one top frame of the first invention to contact the stepped portion of the kitchen, and a gap between the top frame and the kitchen top surface is formed. By adhering with a wet sealant, the gap between the top frame and the kitchen top surface can be filled cleanly, and dirt and boiled juice can be prevented from accumulating and the cleanability can be improved without impairing the design.

  In addition, even if water or the like enters from a minute gap, the sealing member that is bonded and fixed to the entire lower periphery of the top frame can be used to cook safely without intruding into the kitchen.

  The fourth invention, in particular, when having three or more induction heating devices of the first invention, by adding a frying temperature control function to the induction heating device other than the induction heating device located on both sides, Regardless of which side of the kitchen the wall is placed on, it is possible to cook fried food comfortably without worrying about oil splashing on the wall surface due to fried food cooking or dirt caused by oil smoke.

  In the fifth aspect of the invention, in particular, one top plate of the first aspect is made of crystallized glass which is a white plate with a light-transmitting cloth, which transmits the light of the LED and cannot see the built-in parts of the main unit. As a result, the design is improved as a top plate color that best matches the artificial marble based on white, and a new kitchen design can be proposed.

  In addition, it is possible to provide a highly reliable induction heating cooker that is less expensive than a conventional one that prints on a transparent top plate and that does not peel off or discolor.

  In the sixth aspect of the invention, in particular, by disposing a condensing sheet that transmits light to the top plate of the fifth aspect in the vicinity of the LED light source, the light is transmitted to the top plate surface without reducing the light emission luminance of the LED. It can be displayed and visibility can be improved.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In addition, this invention is not limited by this embodiment.

(Embodiment 1)
FIG. 1 is a cross-sectional view of a main part when the built-in induction heating cooker according to the first embodiment of the present invention is incorporated into a kitchen, and FIG. 2 is a diagram of the built-in induction heating cooker according to the first embodiment of the present invention. The perspective view at the time of kitchen integration is shown.

  1 and 2, the main unit 1a is provided with an induction heating device 3a, a control device 4a, and a cooling device 5a for iron pan heating in an outer case 2a.

  The main unit 1b is provided with two induction heating devices 3b, two control devices 4b, and two cooling devices 5b for heating an aluminum pan system in an outer case 2b.

  Next, the top unit 6 is composed of one top plate 7 and one under frame 8 and top frame 9. The top plate 7 is placed on the under frame 8 and bonded and fixed. The end surface of the top plate 7 is covered and fitted with the under frame 8 by claw locking, and further, an adhesive is applied to the end surface of the top plate 7 and bonded.

  At this time, the step between the top plate 7 and the top frame 9 is configured to be approximately 1 mm. Here, the main unit 1a and the main unit 1b are connected in series, the top unit 6 is placed so as to cover the upper opening, and the support bracket 11 fixed to the left and right side surfaces of the outer case 2a and the outer case 2b The frame 8 is screwed and fixed to constitute an integral induction heating cooker body 10.

  At this time, the induction heating devices 3 a and 3 b are arranged in a horizontal row below the top plate 7, and are arranged on the back side with respect to the center in the depth direction of the top plate 7.

  When the induction heating cooker body 10 is incorporated into the kitchen 12, the lower surface of the top frame 9 is placed on and fitted to the stepped portion 15 of the kitchen hole opening 14 disposed on the kitchen top surface 13, thereby sealing the gap between them. Filled with agent 16 and fixed.

  At this time, the kitchen top surface 13 and the top plate 7 are substantially the same surface, and the kitchen top surface 13 and the top frame 9 are configured such that the top frame 9 protrudes with a step of about 1 mm. A non-cooking space 18 between the front hanging portion 17 and the top unit 6 configured in front of the kitchen top surface 13 is disposed, and an operation unit unit 19 is disposed on the front side surface of the kitchen top surface 13 to electrically It is connected to the control devices 4a and 4b.

  About the built-in induction heating cooker comprised as mentioned above, the operation | movement and an effect | action are demonstrated below.

  First, the top surface of the top plate 7 of the top unit 6 is configured with the same plane without any step as the kitchen top surface 13, and the step with the top frame 9 is only 1 mm and the gap is filled with the sealing agent 16. And it has a clean design with no irregularities around it, and acts to clean and clean dirt and spills during cooking.

  Moreover, the boundary between the surface of the top plate 7 and the kitchen top surface 13 can be surely recognized by the level difference of the top frame 9, and a heated frying pan or pan is not accidentally left on the kitchen top surface 13. It acts so as not to deform or discolor the finished kitchen top surface 13.

  In addition, the end surface of the top plate 7 is covered with the top frame 9 to protect it from breakage and chipping of the glass, and because it is located 1 mm above the top surface of the kitchen, the end surface of the kitchen opening is not damaged and can be used safely for a long time. Works.

In addition, since the induction heating devices 3a and 3b are arranged in a horizontal row and a sufficiently wide interval is secured, the cooking device is easy to cook and can smoothly move the pan.

  Further, by arranging the induction heating devices 3a and 3b on the depth side of the top plate 7 with respect to the determined kitchen depth module, a cutting board can be placed on the non-cooking space 18 on the kitchen top surface 13. It is possible to work from the preparation of ingredients to the preparation of dishes on dishes, and it is possible to provide a convenient and easy-to-use induction heating cooker that saves the trouble of frequent movement .

  The induction heating device 3a constituting the main unit 1a is for iron pan heating, and the induction heating device 3b constituting the main unit 1b is for aluminum pan heating. However, various combinations are possible depending on the function and specifications. It goes without saying that it becomes the specification of.

(Embodiment 2)
FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a main part when the built-in induction heating cooker according to the second embodiment of the present invention is incorporated into a kitchen. Since the basic configuration of the second embodiment is the same as that of the first embodiment, the description of the same parts is omitted, and the difference will be mainly described.

  Further, the same functions as those in the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals and description thereof is omitted.

  In FIG. 3, the feature of the present embodiment is that the end surface corner of the top plate 7 of the first embodiment is chamfered to a total circumference of about C0.7, and the end surface is processed to be a surface that is vertical and smooth with the cooking surface. is doing.

  The top plate 7 is covered with a U-shaped top frame 9 without any gap along the end face shape of the top plate 7, and the locking claw 21 of the top frame 9 is fitted into the fitting hole 20 of the under frame 8. In addition, a thermosetting adhesive is applied and fixed between the top plate 7 and the underframe 8 and between the top plate 7 and the top frame 9.

  About the built-in induction heating cooking appliance comprised as mentioned above, the operation | movement and an effect | action are demonstrated below.

  Since the end surface of the top plate 7 is processed vertically and smoothly with respect to the cooking surface, and the top frame 9 is fitted along the top surface 7, it is viewed from above by ensuring a minimum amount of bonding with the top plate. The width dimension of the top frame 9 can be reduced to 4 mm or less compared to the conventional case, and the top frame 9 can be used as a boundary between the kitchen top surface 13 and the top plate 7 without impairing the design in a flat kitchen. It works to make the user aware of the steps.

(Embodiment 3)
FIG. 4: is principal part sectional drawing at the time of the kitchen incorporating of the built-in induction heating cooking appliance in the 3rd Embodiment of this invention. Since the basic configuration of the third embodiment is the same as that of the first embodiment, the description of the same part is omitted, and the difference will be mainly described. The same functions as those in the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  In FIG. 4, the feature of the present embodiment is that the sealing member 30 with an adhesive tape is attached to the lower surface of the top frame 9 of the first embodiment, placed on the stepped-down portion 15 in the kitchen, and joined to the top frame 9 The point is that a naturally curing wet sealing agent 31 is applied and fixed to the entire circumference of the gap between the kitchen top surfaces 13.

  About the induction heating cooking appliance comprised as mentioned above, the operation | movement and an effect | action are demonstrated below.

  The gap between the top frame 9 and the kitchen top surface 13 can be filled cleanly, so that no waste or boiled juice is collected and the cleanability can be improved without impairing the design.

  In addition, even if water or the like enters from a minute gap, the sealing member 30 adhered and fixed to the entire lower periphery of the top frame 9 can cook without worrying about water entering the kitchen. Acts as follows.

(Embodiment 4)
A fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. Since the basic configuration of the fourth embodiment is the same as that of the first embodiment, the description of the same parts is omitted, and the difference will be mainly described. The same functions as those in the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  In FIG. 1, the feature of this embodiment is that control is performed on the side corresponding to the induction heating device 3b on the side located at the center of the top plate 7 out of the two induction heating devices 3b of the main unit 1b of the first embodiment. It is the point which has added the deep-fried food temperature control function to the apparatus 4b.

  About the induction heating cooking appliance comprised as mentioned above, the operation | movement and an effect | action are demonstrated below.

  No matter which side of the kitchen the wall is placed, cooking can be done at the approximate center of the top plate 7 away from the wall, so you don't have to worry about oil splashing on the wall due to fried cooking or dirt from oil smoke, It works so that you can cook fried food comfortably.

(Embodiment 5)
A fifth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.

  Since the basic configuration of the fifth embodiment is the same as that of the first embodiment, the description of the same portion is omitted, and the difference will be mainly described. The same functions as those in the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals and the description thereof is omitted.

  In FIG. 2, the feature of this embodiment is that the top plate is made of white crystallized glass with a light-transmitting cloth.

  About the induction heating cooking appliance comprised as mentioned above, the operation | movement and an effect | action are demonstrated below.

  Designed as a top plate color that best matches the artificial marble based on white color, because the fabric that transmits the light of the LED and does not see the internal parts of the main unit is made of white crystallized glass. Compared to conventional products that can be used for kitchen design and are printed on a transparent top plate, the price is lower, and there is no printing peeling or discoloration. To do.

(Embodiment 6)
FIG. 5: is principal part sectional drawing at the time of the kitchen integration of the built-in induction heating cooking appliance in the 6th Embodiment of this invention. Since the basic configuration of the sixth embodiment is the same as that of the fifth embodiment, the description of the same parts is omitted, and the difference will be mainly described. The same functions as those in the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

In FIG. 5, the feature of the present embodiment is that an LED mounting base 40 is disposed immediately below the top plate 7 of the fifth embodiment, and the light emission range of the LED 41 incorporated in the LED mounting base 40 is set on the top plate 7. A condensing plate 42 for squeezing is disposed on the upper part of the LED mounting base 40.

  Here, the LED 41 is operated under the control of the control devices 4a and 4b, and is emitted and projected on the surface of the top plate 7 in a predetermined color.

  About the induction heating cooking appliance comprised as mentioned above, the operation | movement and an effect | action are demonstrated below. In the conventional LED, the light emission range is expanded by using a diffusion plate, and the predetermined range is diffused. However, in the case of the crystallized glass having a white fabric according to the present embodiment, the luminance is remarkably lowered and the light emission is clearly visible on the top plate 7 Can not.

  By disposing the light collecting plate 42 of the present embodiment on the upper part of the LED mounting base 40, it is possible to condense and narrow the diffusion due to the light emission of the LED 41, increase the luminance, and transmit and display it on the surface of the top plate 7. It works so that visibility can be improved.

  As described above, the built-in cooking device according to the present invention can be applied to all induction cooking devices that have a stepped portion and are incorporated in a kitchen of a general household.

Sectional drawing of the principal part at the time of the kitchen incorporation of the built-in induction heating cooking appliance in Embodiment 1 and 4 of this invention The perspective view at the time of the kitchen incorporation of the built-in induction heating cooking appliance in Embodiment 1 and 5 of this invention Sectional drawing of the principal part at the time of kitchen incorporation of the built-in induction heating cooking appliance in Embodiment 2 of this invention Sectional drawing of the principal part at the time of kitchen incorporation of the built-in induction heating cooking appliance in Embodiment 3 of this invention The perspective view at the time of the kitchen incorporation of the built-in induction heating cooking appliance in Embodiment 6 of this invention Cross section of the main part of a conventional built-in induction heating cooker Perspective view of a conventional built-in induction heating cooker

Explanation of symbols

1a, 1b Main unit 2a, 2b Outer case 3a, 3b Induction heating device 4a, 4b Control device 5a, 5b Cooling device 6 Top unit 7 Top plate 8 Under frame 9 Top frame 10 Induction heating cooker body 13 Kitchen top 14 Kitchen Hole opening 15 Stepped part

Claims (6)

The main body unit in which an induction heating device, a cooling device, and a control device are arranged in an outer case, and the top plate bottom surface is supported and bonded and fixed by an underframe, and the top plate is covered so as to cover the entire end surface of the top plate. An upper surface of the top plate having a top unit in which a frame is fitted to the top plate and an under frame, the top unit being placed and fixed so as to cover an upper opening of the main unit. Is configured to form a stepped portion on the kitchen top surface so as to constitute substantially the same plane as the kitchen top surface, and the lower surface of the top unit is placed on the stepped portion, and the top plate, the kitchen top surface, and the A step with the highest position of the top frame is configured to be approximately 1 mm, and a plurality of the induction heating devices are provided below the top plate. Disposed heat portion, and an embedded induction heating cooker having an array of the heating portion in a line substantially transverse to the back side of the depth direction of the center of the top plate. The end surface of the top plate forms an all-round smooth surface, and the cross-section of the top frame is U-shaped and fits along the smooth surface of the top plate without any gaps. The width of the top frame as viewed from above is 4 mm or less. The built-in induction heating cooker according to claim 1. The sealing member according to claim 1, wherein a sealing member is bonded and fixed to the entire periphery of the lower surface of the top frame and brought into contact with a stepped portion of the kitchen, and a gap between the top frame and the kitchen top surface is fixed with a wet sealing agent. Built-in induction heating cooker. The built-in induction heating cooker according to claim 1, wherein when there are three or more induction heating devices, a frying temperature control function is added to the induction heating devices other than the induction heating devices located on both sides. The built-in induction heating cooker according to claim 1, wherein the top plate is made of crystallized glass that is a white plate of light-transmitting dough, transmits LED light, and cannot see the built-in components of the main unit. The built-in induction heating cooker according to claim 5, wherein a condensing sheet that transmits light to the top plate is disposed in the vicinity of the LED light source.

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