JPH0394718A - Rice cooker - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To improve the way of using and to eliminate an unsafe operation by removing the constitution of a rice scoop receiving part by arranging one or plural elastic suction functions at the grip part of a rice scoop, and freely loading the rice scoop on a main body outer plane part via the functions. CONSTITUTION:A suction part 14 of elastical lip shape provided with a suction effect is formed at the grip part 13 of the rice scoop 12 integrally. The rice scoop 12 can be loaded at an arbitrary position by connecting with pressure the suction part 14 to a main body 11 side plane, etc., and also, it can be easily unloaded. Therefore, the unsafe operation can be eliminated since the way of using is improved and no unrequired projecting part of a main body component is provided. Also, by miniaturizing and arranging plural suction parts 24 of the grip part 23, the unstability of an attractive force due to a force in a rotating direction or irregular shape on a loading plane by the separation of an attractive position can be reduced compared with the rice scoop with one suction part, thereby, a loading holding effect can be heightened.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a rice cooker having a rice scoop for soaking rice.

Conventional technology A rice scoop of a conventional rice cooker pivots on one side of the lid covering the upper opening, and a hook force bar is provided at the position of a hook lever with a hook lever on the other side, and the rice scoop fits into the hook force bar. Some had a separate rice scoop holder. 1. As shown in Figure 3, hook holders 2 are installed at the bottom of both sides of the main body 1.
This hook holder 2 is integrated with the individual body and shaped.
In some cases, a rice scoop holder 3 provided separately can be freely attached to the rice scoop holder 3, and a rice scoop is held in a standing position on this rice scoop holder 3.

Problems to be Solved by the Invention However, with such a structure, the holder 2 portion to which the rice scoop holder 3 is attached protrudes unnecessarily from the main body, so the user may inadvertently get his hands or clothes caught during operation. Depending on the defects and the narrow kitchen situation, the installation space was wasted and the unit price increased due to the complicated shape of the main body parts.In addition, the clean appearance brought about by the protruding parts decreased the product appeal. Furthermore, since it is a separate part of the rice scoop holder, the construction part becomes complicated and its handling and operation becomes complicated.
This led to a decrease in usability due to washing with water and an increase in the number of points. Therefore, the present invention provides a solution to the unsafe operation caused by the protruding shape, without causing the body parts to protrude unnecessarily. In addition to eliminating the need to place a separate holder part for the rice scoop holder, it is possible to provide a high-quality holder with a clean feel that eliminates the need for a separate holder part for the rice scoop holder, and the rice scoop can be attached to any position on the outside of the main body. The first objective is to provide a rice cooker with improved usability and low cost.

The second purpose is to provide a seal that can improve wearability and ease of use.

In order to solve the problems and achieve the above-mentioned first object, the present invention adds a suction cup function to the handle of the rice scoop, and takes advantage of this suction cup function so that it can be attached to the outer surface of the rice scoop, etc. .

In order to achieve the first and second purpose, a plurality of suction cups are provided on the handle, and the shape of each suction cup can be made smaller.

Function: The rice cooker of the present invention has the above-mentioned configuration, eliminates the need for the arrangement of the rice scoop receiving member that protrudes from the main body, facilitates cleaning and storage, eliminates unsafe operations caused by protruding parts, and improves the external appearance. It has improved the value of the product with a refreshing feeling.
Since it can be mounted at any position by utilizing the suction cup action, it is easy to use and can be constructed at low cost.

1. In addition, since the suction cups are miniaturized and multiple suction cups are arranged, the mounting position of the suction cups is separated, and the holding force is stable, and the handle is not affected by the feel of the hand gripping the handle, allowing for soft handling. It is something.

Example An embodiment of the present invention will be described below.

Referring to FIG. 1, reference numeral 11 denotes a rice cooker body made of a composite resin or metal thin plate member, and the wooden body 11 is equipped with a pot for storing rice, a heater, control parts, etc. Reference numeral 12 denotes a rice scoop for soaking rice, and a handle 13 is integrally formed with a suction cup part 14 having an elastic lip shape and having a suction cup effect.

The suction cup part 14 of the rice scoop 12 and the handle part 13 of the present invention is attached to the main body 1.
By pressing against one side, etc., it can be freely attached at any position and can also be easily removed.

Therefore, it can be installed in any position according to the user's choice, improving usability, eliminating unnecessary protruding parts of the main body parts, eliminating unsafe operations caused by protruding parts, and improving the sense of cleanliness. In addition, the rice cooker has a simplified structure that eliminates unnecessary expansion of installation space, even the buttons, making it easy to clean and store, and also to provide an inexpensive rice cooker.

Next, as shown in Fig. 2, the suction cups 24 of the handle 23 of the rice scoop 22 are miniaturized and a plurality of them are arranged. In addition to reducing the instability of the attachment and holding it in place, the smaller suction cup portion 24 can also enhance the soft feeling of being hit.

In addition, the suction cup part 1 with elastic force, such as the above-mentioned first and second embodiments,
3.23 has the advantage that, compared to, for example, magnetic adsorption, it can be installed quietly without being affected by exterior members, without damaging the surface, and without making metallic noises.

In addition, in all of the present embodiments, the suction cup portions 14 and 24 are integrally formed with the rice scoop handle portions 13 and 23. but,
A similar effect can be obtained by inserting a handle with a suction cup made of a flexible elastic member into the handle of a rice scoop made of polypropylene resin or by integrating it with separate parts. Of course.

Effects of the Invention As described above, the present invention allows the rice scoop to be attached to any position on the outer surface of the main body due to the suction cup function of the handle, thereby improving usability and eliminating unsafe operation by eliminating the rice scoop receiving structure. The single component also makes handling such as washing with water and storage easier, resulting in lower cost.

What's more, it can be installed regardless of the material of the rice cooker's external components, expanding the range of materials to choose from and increasing its value, as well as making no metallic noise when installed (it is quiet and does not damage the surface).

In addition, the second configuration enhances the suction cup effect, stabilizes the mounting force, eliminates the disadvantages of the suction cup arrangement on the handle, and provides a soft grip feeling.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

Fig. 1 is a front view of a rice cooker showing one embodiment of the present invention;
The figure is a front view showing another embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 3 is a front view of a rice cooker equipped with a conventional rice scoop receiver. 11... Wooden body, 12... Rice scoop, 1
3... Handle part, 14... Suction cup function part, 2
3... Handle part, 24... Suction cup part, 21.
...Wooden body, 22... Rice scoop.

Claims (2)

[Claims] (1) A rice cooker with an elastic suction cup function on the handle and a rice scoop that can be freely attached to the outer surface of the main body via the suction cup function. (2) A rice cooker with a plurality of elastic suction cup functions arranged on the handle and a rice scoop that can be freely attached to the outer surface of the main body via the suction cup functions.