JP3495632B2 - washing machine - Google Patents

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [0001] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to tableware and test tubes.
Cleaning of objects to be washed, such as test equipment, and rinsing
About the machine. In particular, batteries that are strongly acidic or strongly alkaline
The present invention relates to a washing machine for washing by using water splitting. [0002] 2. Description of the Related Art A washing machine using electrolyzed water is used to generate electrolyzed water.
Generates electrolyzed water with the device, and generates the electrolyzed water in the cleaning room.
Cleaning is performed by spraying on the item to be washed
(See, for example, JP-A-6-296572). this
Such washing machine has high washing ability with strong alkaline water
And high sterilization ability with strong acid water.
As a result, no detergent can be used. detergent
Is usually a large percentage of the running cost of cleaning
Use electrolytic water instead of detergent
As a result, running costs can be reduced.
You. In addition, since it is not necessary to discharge the detergent after washing,
It is also good for the environment. [0003] The above-mentioned electrolyzed water generating apparatus includes, for example, a pair of electrolyzed water.
A saline solution having a predetermined concentration is placed in an electrolytic cell having electrodes therein.
And apply voltages of opposite polarities to each electrode.
With this, the stored water is converted into acidic water and alkaline water
Electrolyzed. Acidic and alkaline waters are electrolyzed
Separated and stored by partitions in the tank, each different
It is designed to be taken out for cleaning through the channel.
For example, acidic water is used in an electrolytic cell provided with a positive electrode.
Generated in one compartment and pumped through piping from this one compartment
Pumped out. One section, piping and pump mentioned above
Is designed to store and pass only acidic water
You. [0004] However, in general, distribution
For pipes and pumps, rubber members are seal members such as packing
Used as the plumbing itself
In some cases. These rubber members are formed by electrolysis as described above.
Corrosion if used in piping of washing machines that use water
May be. This is because electrolyzed water is
Because it is lubricious, it remains attached to rubber members
If so, the rubber member is corroded. this
In order to prevent such corrosion, instead of rubber members, electrolytic
It is conceivable to use a member that is corrosion resistant to water.
However, such components are generally expensive. Therefore, an object of the present invention is to solve the above technical problems.
To prevent corrosion of components due to electrolyzed water at low cost.
Another object is to provide a washing machine that can use electrolyzed water. [0006] A washing machine according to claim 1.
Is a water supply channel for supplying water to the room and drains water from the room
Drains for draining, and using the water supplied to the room
A washing chamber provided with a washing mechanism for washing an object to be washed,
The tank that stores water and the water stored in this tank
Electricity provided in the tank for electrolysis into electrolyzed water
Washing water in tank with electrolytic water generator with decomposition device
Between the water supply channel for supplying to the purification room and the water supply channel and the tank
A branch waterway connected toWith Electrolysis in tank
After all of the water has been used for cleaning,
During the period when water is supplied to the washing room through the water channel,
Is passed to the branch waterway, enters the tank,
Wash the electrolyzer inside the tank and drain it from the tank
Flows while washing to the washing room, and at the bottom of this washing room
Perform the tank cleaning process that accumulates, and then
Perform a rinsing process that reuses used water for rinsing,
It is characterized by the following. According to this configuration, the water branches off from the water supply channel.
Enter the tank through the waterway and wash the electrolyzer inside the tank
In addition, it flows while washing the water channel and reaches the washing room. So
During this time, the water is electrolyzed water adhering to electrolyzers and water passages.
Flushing water into the electrolyzer and
When rubber members such as metal members and packing are used,
Corrosion of the rubber member can be prevented. Also,
At the same time, water is used to reduce the scale of calcium and other
Can be washed off and removed. Further, in order to wash the electrolyzer, electrolytic water is used.
Since a configuration for supplying water to the generator is available,
The configuration can be prevented from becoming complicated.In addition, electrolyzed water
Immediately after all use, electrolyzer with water from water supply channel
And the waterway can be washed, making the scale described above easier.
It can be washed off and removed reliably.
Corrosion can also be reliably prevented. Also, electrolysis equipment
After washing the storage and water channel, the water can be used for rinsing.
So no water is wasted. [0009] [0010] [0011] [0012] [0013] [0014] BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described.
This will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. FIG. 1 shows a second embodiment of the present invention.
1 is a side sectional view of a schematic configuration of a cleaning machine according to a first embodiment.
You. The washing machine 1 serves as a food item to be washed (shown by W in FIG. 1).
For cleaning instruments, test tubes, beakers, flasks, and other test instruments
It is for cleaning using. In washing machine 1,
Purified water uses tap water supplied from the outside as it is,
For example, use in a neutral state at normal temperature or use at elevated temperature
Or electrolysis to produce a strongly acidic or strong acid
Used in an alkaline state. The washing machine 1 is for washing an object to be washed inside.
Cleaning chamber 3 and supplying the cleaning water into the cleaning chamber 3 as it is
Water supply channel 4 and cleaning water supplied to the cleaning chamber 3
And an electrolyzed water generator 5 for decomposition. electrolytic
The water generator 5 and the washing room 3 are connected via a water passage 6.
Have been. The water supply channel 4 is provided in a pipe 41,
And a water supply valve 42 composed of an electromagnetic valve. Water supply channel 4
One end of the tube 41 is connected to the cleaning chamber 3, and the other end of the tube 41
Is connected to an external water supply system (not shown)
I have. The water supply channel 4 supplies tap water into the washing room 3 as washing water.
Can be supplied. The cleaning room 3 is arranged in the cabinet 2.
It is formed in a hollow box shape. Opening and closing of washing room 3
A door 21 is provided.
Insert When the opening / closing door 21 is closed, the washing water is washed.
The inside of the chamber 3 does not leak to the outside. Washing
The bottom 31 of the chamber 3 is formed in a container shape, and has a water supply passage therein.
Storing flush water from the water channel 4 and the water channel 6 up to the predetermined water level H
Can be. The cleaning chamber 3 has a holding member for holding an object to be washed.
And a mesh rack 32 on which an object to be washed is placed.
Includes an arm-shaped nozzle 34 for cleaning objects to be washed
Cleaning water is discharged from the cleaning mechanism 33 and the bottom 31 of the cleaning chamber 3.
With drain pipe 71 and drain pump 72
A road 7 is provided. The cleaning mechanism 33 is provided in the cleaning chamber 3.
A pipe 35 connecting the bottom 31 and the nozzle 34,
A cleaning pump 36 provided for pumping the cleaning water;
And the above-described nozzle 34 for injecting the washed water.
You. The nozzle 34 is provided with a plurality of injection ports 34a,
From here, wash the object placed on the rack 32
Inject clean water. The nozzle 34 has a vertical axis (not shown).
) Is rotatably supported around, and washing water is sprayed.
It can rotate by the recoil of the time. When the cleaning pump 36 is operated, the cleaning water
A nozzle 34 from the bottom 31 of the cleaning chamber 3 through a pipe 35
To be pumped. Then, while the nozzle 34 rotates,
Spray clean water on the items to be washed to wash them evenly
be able to. The washing water flows from the object to be washed to the bottom 3 of the washing room 3.
1 to wash the object to be washed while circulating. Also,
The heater 10 is located at a position lower than the water level H in the cleaning chamber 3.
Provided to raise the temperature of the washing water in the washing chamber 3
Can be. The temperature of the surrounding air is controlled by the heater 10.
The fan 11 to move the blower fan 11
When turned, the object to be washed can be dried with warm air. Ma
The washing water after washing is drained from the bottom 31 of the washing chamber 3.
The water is drained out of the machine through Road 7. The electrolyzed water generator 5 uses a known configuration.
Can be For example, the electrolyzed water generation device 5 includes
Tank 50 for storing the water, washing stored in this tank 50
Decompose water into acidic water and alkaline water by electrolysis
Electrolyzer 52, decomposed acidic water and alkali
B as a partitioning means for distinguishing between
It has a diaphragm 51 such as an on-exchange membrane. In the tank 50
Is branched from the pipe 41 of the water supply channel 4 into the tank 50.
Pipe 81 for guiding tap water and electromagnetic force for opening and closing this pipe 81
The branch water channel 8 including the valve 82 and the above water channel 6 are connected.
Have been. The inside of the tank 50 can be opened.
Cover (not shown) is provided. Tank 50
Is partitioned into two chambers 50a and 50b by a diaphragm 51.
Has been cut. Each of the chambers 50a and 50b is separated from the branch waterway 8.
Water is supplied respectively. Also, the water
A position in the tank 50 that is lower than the stored water level
Thus, the first electrode 53 is provided in one chamber 50a and the other chamber 50 is provided with the first electrode 53.
The second electrode 54 is disposed at b. These pair of
The electrodes 53 and 54 are connected to a power supply 55 (see FIG. 2).
Thus, predetermined DC voltages having opposite polarities are applied.
These constitute the electrolyzer 52 described above. When generating electrolyzed water, the tank 50
A predetermined amount of salt and washing water from the branch channel 8 are supplied.
Then, a saline solution having a predetermined concentration is stored. This saline solution
Decomposed by gas. Electrode 53 as positive electrode and electrode 54 as negative electrode
And a predetermined DC voltage is applied between the pair of electrodes 53 and 54.
When pressure is applied for a predetermined time, one of the chambers on the positive electrode side
In the case of 50a, the washing water is, for example, strongly acidic water having a pH of 2 to 3.
In the other chamber 50b on the negative electrode side, the washing water has pH 11
~ 12 strongly alkaline water. The water passage 6 is provided in each of the chambers 50a, 50a of the tank 50.
0b and the pipe | tube 61 which connects the washing room 3 are provided. Tube 6
One end of 1 is connected to the cleaning chamber 3, and the other end of the pipe 61 is branched.
And at the bottom of each chamber 50a, 50b of the tank 50
Connect. In the part of the pipe 61 which branches to the chamber 50a
Is provided with a solenoid valve 63. In addition, room 50b
An electromagnetic valve 64 is provided at the portion of the pipe 61 that has been branched.
Have been. By opening and closing the solenoid valves 63 and 64, the tank
The washing water is selectively discharged from each of the 50 chambers 50a and 50b.
Can be made. The cleaning machine 1 controls the above-mentioned components to operate.
It has a control unit 13 for performing processing as a means.
You. As shown in the block diagram of FIG.
Microcomputer (CPU) as professional center, professional
It has a ROM, a RAM, and the like for storing programs and the like. C
The PU controls each unit according to the program. Control unit 13
Is provided with a course selection key 14a for giving a command or the like.
Operation keys such as the start key 14b are connected, and the temperature of the washing water is
A temperature sensor 15 for controlling the temperature is connected.
In addition, the control unit 13 receives the above-described information via the drive circuit 13a.
, Each valve 42, 63, 64, 82, each pump 36, 72,
The blower fan 11, the heater 10, the electrolysis power supply 55, etc.
Connected controllably. In the washing machine 1, tap water and if necessary
Normal course for washing with detergent to be supplied and tap water
Is converted into electrolyzed water by the electrolyzed water generator 5 and then introduced into the cleaning chamber 3
Cleaning operation by selecting one of
Can be Hereinafter, a disinfection course which is a feature of the present invention.
The procedure will be mainly described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
You. First, the eradication course is set by the course selection key 14.
a, and is started by the start key 14b.
Then (step S1), first, an electrolytic water generation process is performed.
(Step S2). Here, the solenoid valve 82 opens and the supply
Tap water from water channel 4 passes through branch water channel 8 to generate electrolyzed water.
5 is supplied. For a predetermined time in the electrolyzed water generator 5,
Electrolysis is performed, and washing water is combined with strong acid water as described above.
Decomposed into strong alkaline water. Next, a disinfection and cleaning process is performed (step
S3). This is because the solenoid valve 63 is opened and the water passage 6
The acidic water in the tank 50 is supplied to the cleaning chamber 3. Washing
The mechanism 33 is operated, and the washing with the disinfecting action by the acidic water is performed.
Purification is performed. After cleaning, drainage is performed by drainage channel 7.
You. Prior to the sanitizing and cleaning treatment, the water supply channel 4
The pre-cleaning is performed by operating the cleaning mechanism 33 using water.
You may. Next, the main cleaning process using alkaline water is performed.
(Step S4). In this main cleaning process, the electromagnetic
The valve 64 is opened, and the tank 5 is connected to the cleaning chamber 3 through the water passage 6.
When the alkaline water within 0 is supplied, the heater 10 is operated.
Meanwhile, the cleaning mechanism 33 is operated, and the temperature is high and alkaline.
Washing with water is performed. After cleaning, drainage through drainage channel 7
Is performed. By the way, the sterilization cleaning process in step S3 and
In the main cleaning process in step S4, all the electrolyzed water is used.
So that it does not remain in the tank 50. Only
Meanwhile, the inner surface of the tank 50, the electrodes 53 and 54, the water passage 6
A small amount of electrolyzed water adheres to the inner surface of the
It is also assumed. Electrolyzed water remains attached
In such a case, corrosion may occur in the attached portion. Special
In addition, rubber members are not preferable because they are easily corroded. So the book
In the embodiment, the attached electrolyzed water is as follows.
I try to wash it away. That is, the tank 50 of the electrolyzed water generator 5
A tank cleaning process (step S5) for cleaning the inside and the like is performed.
You. That is, the solenoid valve 82 is opened, and the water supply
Water is supplied to the tank 50 of the electrolyzed water generator 5 through the branch waterway 8.
Is supplied to each of the chambers 50a and 50b. In addition,
The magnetic valves 63 and 64 are both open, and the electrodes 53 and 54 are open.
, No voltage is applied. The tank cleaning process is performed for a predetermined time.
During this time, tap water is supplied from the water supply channel 4 into the tank 50.
When the water flows into the tank, the inner surface of the tank 50
And each electrode 53, 54 is washed and flows out of the tank 50.
And flows to the washing room 3 while washing the inside of the water passage 6.
And accumulates on the bottom 31 thereof. Here, the above-mentioned predetermined time
Indicates that the water flowing into the tank 50 is
Wash the scale, wash off the scale, or adhere to the inner surface
In a time when the electrolyzed water can be washed away
Is set. Note that while the solenoid valve 82 is open,
So that a predetermined amount of water is stored in the tank 50.
The valves 63, 64 may be closed, in which case water
Tank 50 that is difficult to be washed with water just by inflow
The interior of the can also be washed by the accumulation of water. Next, a rinsing process for rinsing is performed.
Is performed (step S6). That is, in step S5,
The washing water supplied from the ink tank 50 is stored in the bottom 31.
In a state where the water supply valve 42 is opened, the tap water
The water is supplied to the cleaning chamber 3 up to a predetermined water level. afterwards,
The cleaning mechanism 33 is operated. At this time, the heater 10 is operated.
You may make it work and raise water temperature. After rinsing, drain the water
It is. Next, a drying process is performed (step S).
7). That is, the heater 10 and the blower fan 11 are operated.
Then, the object to be washed is dried with warm air for a predetermined time. like this
According to the present embodiment, the tank cleaning process in step S5 is performed.
Each part inside the tank 50 and the water passage 6 is supplied with tap water
The electrolytic water adheres to each part by that time.
The electrolytic water is removed.
May corrode rubber members such as packing and seal members.
Can be prevented, and calcium and other forms of
Kale can also be removed. Further, in order to wash the electrodes, an electrolyzed water generator is used.
5 is used to supply water to the branch waterway 8
Therefore, it is possible to prevent the configuration from becoming complicated. Also,
In the tank cleaning process, all the electrolytic water in the tank 50 is washed.
After being used for purification, rinse water is washed from water supply channel 4.
It is carried out during a period before it is supplied to the purification room 3. to this
Immediately after using all the electrolyzed water,
Each part such as electrodes and water passage 6 can be washed effectively with water.
Kale can be removed reliably, and corrosion of rubber members etc.
It can be reliably prevented. The water used in the tank cleaning process is
Reused for rinsing in step S6, and
Water is supplied before tap water is supplied from water supply channel 4.
You. As a result, both used water and tap water
Can be used without waste. In addition, tank cleaning
Since the water channel 6 is flushed with tap water,
Even if water accumulates in 6
As a result, the water accumulates, and as a result,
It is hard to corrode on the step and there is no problem. Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described.
You. In the present embodiment, the configuration of the power supply 55 is the same as that of the first embodiment.
Different from the form. That is, the power supply 55 is
Voltage of either polarity of + or-applied to 3, 54
The electrode 53 is used as a positive electrode and the
A positive state in which the pole 54 is a negative electrode, and a positive state in which the electrode 53 is a negative electrode.
It is possible to switch between the reverse state where the electrode 54 is the positive electrode.
Wear. The RAM of the control unit 13 has a pair of
A polarity flag indicating the applied voltage polarity of the poles 53 and 54 is set.
Have been. Next, the control contents of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.
This will be described with reference to a flowchart. This implementation
Is also performed in a sterilization course. Eradication course started
(Step S11), the control unit 13 first sets the polarity
Voltage applied to electrodes 53 and 54 based on the contents of flag
Set the polarity to either the positive or negative state described above
(Step S12). Then, the electrolytic water generation process is performed
(Step S13). Here, the setting in step S12 is performed.
With the fixed voltage polarity, the above-described
The salt solution is electrolyzed in the same manner as in step S2. For example, in step S12, the pair of electrodes
In this state, acidic water is applied to the electrode 53, and
Potash water is produced. Next, the electrolyzed water in the tank 50 is
It is supplied to the cleaning chamber 3 through the water passage 6 to operate the cleaning mechanism 33.
Cleaning process (step
Steps S14 to S15) are performed. That is, step S3
A sterilization and cleaning process similar to that described above (step S14),
The main cleaning process (Step S15) similar to Step S4 is performed in order.
Done in When the main cleaning process is completed, the tank 50 is empty.
It has become. Next, a rinsing process is performed (step
S16). This rinsing process is almost the same as step S5.
The water is supplied to the predetermined water level only with the water from the water supply channel 4.
The only difference. Then, the same drying as in step S7 is performed.
A drying process is performed (Step S17). Next, in step S18, the number of cleanings is
It is determined whether a predetermined number of times has been reached.
If the predetermined number has been reached (YE in step S18)
S), a switching process is performed (step S19). here
In one washing, the generation of electrolyzed water starts and the tank 50
Including the period until the electrolyzed water in the
Is counted once by exhausting
You. The predetermined number is set as follows.
That is, the normal time elapses until the predetermined number is counted.
If it is expected time, electrolyzed water is attached
The corrosion of rubber parts is almost negligible
Is set to In the switching process, the contents of the polarity flag
The contents are reversed to the contents up to. This allows
During the next cleaning, when electrolyzed water is generated,
The polarity of the voltage applied to the pair of electrodes of the generator 5 is
It is the reverse of the time of purification. When the switching process is not performed,
, The content of the polarity flag is maintained as it is. When the switching process is executed, the next cleaning is performed.
When generating the electrolyzed water, the explanation in step S12 described above is applied.
It is in the opposite state to Ming. For example, if a pair of electrodes
Then, acidic water is applied to the electrode 54, and alkaline water is applied to the electrode 53.
Is generated. And washing and rinsing according to the electrolyzed water
Will be performed. Note that the predetermined times of step S18
The number may be one, or two or more.
No. As described above, according to the present embodiment, the switching process
Before and after the treatment, the electrolyzed water at each electrode
Switching to each electrode and water passage 6
Even if untreated electrolyzed water remains attached,
It is neutralized by the electrolyzed water after the exchange treatment. As a result, for example
If the rubber member such as packing
Corrosion compared to constant contact with only one of the waters
It becomes difficult. Also, since the electrolytic water can be neutralized, the negative electrode
Compared to always touching only alkaline water,
It is possible to make it difficult for scale such as lucium to occur. I
To prevent corrosion and scale adhesion,
It is only necessary to switch the polarity of the pole, which can prevent the configuration from becoming complicated.
You. In addition, the switching process is performed for each of a plurality of predetermined times of cleaning.
The polarity of the electrode automatically after every predetermined number of washes.
It is possible to neutralize electrolyzed water by switching reliably and dynamically.
Corrosion of rubber members such as packing and scale on electrodes
Can reliably be prevented from adhering. In particular, every time the switching process is washed once,
If so, increase the frequency of neutralizing the electrolyzed water.
Therefore, for example, the electrolyzed water is
Corrosion of rubber parts can be prevented even when there are
It can be reliably prevented. Also, scale to the electrode
Can be more reliably prevented. Also,
According to the present invention, the electrolyzed water generator 5 and the water passage 6
As a result, the corrosion of the rubber member can be prevented.
Without using expensive parts with high corrosion resistance
Use inexpensive rubber members that are not high in corrosion resistance
Can be In addition, a corrosion-resistant part
When using materials, it is possible to further increase the corrosion resistance
it can. [0044] The above-mentioned portion faces the channel of the electrolyzed water.
The members which divide this waterway, for example, pipe 61, pipe 61
A packing for sealing a connection portion with the tank 50, a pipe 61,
Packing for sealing the connection with the cleaning chamber 3, pipe 61 and each
Packing for sealing the connection with the solenoid valves 63 and 64;
And the valve body of each solenoid valve 63, 64 can be illustrated. In particular, each
When the valve body of the solenoid valves 63 and 64 is made of a rubber member,
The invention is preferred. Conventionally, rubber valve bodies
When eating, the opening / closing operation is hindered, and the water passage 6 is securely closed.
May not be able to start, and there is a risk of failure.
There was a risk of leakage. In contrast, in the present invention, each valve
Since corrosion of the body is prevented, there is no risk of failure or water leakage. At least a part of the pipe 61 of the water passage 6
However, the present invention is also preferable when it is made of a rubber member. When
That is, conventionally, the portion of the tube 61 made of a rubber member is rotten.
When eaten, there was a risk that cracks were generated and water leaked out of the pipe.
On the other hand, in the present invention, corrosion of the pipe 61 is prevented.
Therefore, there is no risk of water leakage. Also, the pipe 61 and the tank 50
Gasket at the connection between the pipe and the pipe at the connection between the pipe 61 and the cleaning chamber 3.
Packing, connecting parts of the pipes 61 and the solenoid valves 63 and 64.
When each seal member such as kin is made of rubber member
However, the present invention is preferred. This is because each seal
If the material is corroded, there is a risk of water leaking out of the water channel from each connection.
there were. In contrast, in the present invention, corrosion is prevented,
There is no risk of water leakage. The water passage 6 has a pump.
When water is distributed by pumps, rubber
The effect of preventing corrosion of the member can be similarly obtained. Special
In addition, the pump of the water passage 6 is a so-called small liquid lorry.
Type that sends water by diaphragm such as
It is preferable when The above pump is a flexible pump
A cam that rotates the motor with the diaphragm facing the waterway
The diaphragm moves forward and backward to send water.
Diaphragms are usually made of rubber material and
Used to send electrolyzed water because it moves forward and backward while watching
And the diaphragm is susceptible to corrosion, resulting in a pump
Function may not function properly, or water may leak out of the pump.
Was. In contrast, in the present invention, the corrosion of the diaphragm
Is prevented, there is no fear of the above. In addition,
Even if the pump is not a type such as a ring pump,
Usually, rubber members are used for internal seal members, etc.
Thus, the effect of preventing corrosion can be obtained. Further, it is generated at the negative electrode of the electrolyzed water generator 5.
Scale such as calcium can be easily removed
Therefore, the electrolysis voltage and electrolysis current may vary depending on the scale.
For this reason, there is a possibility that required electrolyzed water
It is also possible to prevent a possibility that the water splitting generation device 5 may be damaged.
Corrosion caused by electrolyzed water is limited to rubber members.
However, the present invention is similarly effective for other members. The result
As a result, materials used for the electrolyzed water generator 5 and the water passage 6 are
High corrosion resistance, avoiding expensive materials, general purpose and inexpensive materials
Inexpensive washing machine that can use materials and electrolyzed water
can do. In the above-described embodiment, the electrolytic water generation
The apparatus 5 includes a saline solution stored in a tank 50 as an electrolytic cell.
Is electrolyzed to obtain electrolyzed water in the tank 50.
However, this configuration is preferable to simplify the structure.
New Note that the first embodiment described above and the second embodiment
The embodiments may be performed simultaneously. For example, in the second implementation
In the configuration of the washing machine of the embodiment, the steps in the flowchart of FIG.
After step S15, the contents of step S5 described in FIG.
Then, step S6 is performed instead of step S16.
Just do it. In this case, the rubber
Corrosion of the members made can be prevented. The construction of the cleaning chamber 3 and the cleaning mechanism 33 is as follows.
The configuration is not limited to the above. For example, fixed in the cleaning room 3
May be provided, or the washing stored in the washing chamber 3
It may have a configuration to wash the object by immersing it in clean water.
In short, the object to be washed is washed in the washing room 3 by the washing mechanism 33.
Any configuration that can be purified may be used. In addition, cleaning machine
It was supposed to be a machine, but with a dishwasher mainly for washing dishes
You may comprise. In addition, as long as the gist of the present invention is not changed.
Various design changes can be made. [0051] According to the first aspect of the present invention, the electric component
For example, rubber members used for
Inexpensive rubber materials can be used because corrosion due to water separation can be prevented.
It can be used, and moreover,
Scale adhesion can also be prevented. [0052]Also,Electricity immediately after using all the electrolyzed water
Since the disassembly unit and the water channel are washed, corrosion of rubber packing etc.
It can reliably prevent food and scale from sticking,
Or, the water for this can be used for rinsing without waste. [0053]

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a schematic sectional view of a cleaning machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a control unit of the cleaning machine of FIG. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing control contents of the washing machine of FIG. 1; FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing control contents according to a second embodiment of the present invention. [Description of Signs] 1 Washing machine 3 Washing room 4 Water supply channel 5 Electrolyzed water generation device 6 Water passage 7 Drainage channel 8 Branch water channel 13 Control unit 33 Cleaning mechanism 50 Tank 52 Electrolysis device

────────────────────────────────────────────────── ─── Continuation of the front page (72) Inventor Tamotsu Kawamura 2-5-5-Keihanhondori, Moriguchi-shi, Osaka Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd. (56) Reference JP-A-10-94507 (JP, A) JP Hei 10-57297 (JP, A) (58) Field surveyed (Int. Cl. ⁷ , DB name) A47L 15/42

Claims (1)

(57) [Claims] [Claim 1] A water supply channel for supplying water to a room, a drainage channel for discharging water from a room, and an object to be washed using water supplied to a room. An electrolyzed water generator having a cleaning chamber provided with a cleaning mechanism for cleaning, a tank for storing water, and an electrolyzer provided in the tank for electrolyzing the water stored in this tank into electrolyzed water. If, Bei the water passage for supplying water in the tank to the cleaning chamber, and a branch water passage connected between the water supply path and the tank
After all the electrolyzed water in the tank has been used for cleaning,
The rinsing water is supplied to the washing room through the water supply channel.
In the meantime, water passing through the water supply channel is led to the branch
Into the tank, wash the electrolyzer in the tank,
Spills out of the spillway and flows into the washing room while washing the waterway,
Perform tank cleaning processing that accumulates at the bottom of the cleaning chamber.
In addition, reuse the water used in the tank cleaning process for rinsing.
A washing machine for performing a rinsing process .