JPS603831Y2 - steam iron - Google Patents

Description

[Detailed Description of the Invention] Industrial Application Field The present invention relates to a steam iron equipped with a removable tank for use in general households.

Conventional configuration and its problems Traditionally, steam irons with a removable tank are
For example, as shown in Japanese Utility Model Publication No. 50-20153, the handle protrudes significantly forward, making it difficult to see the surface of the fabric during ironing, resulting in poor workability, and the shape of the tank is also naturally restricted. The capacity also decreases.

Therefore, as shown in Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 53-24497, a steam iron with a large capacity tank was devised in which the handle was made smaller and the rear of the tank was extended to the rear of the handle.

However, when the tank of this iron is removed, the upper surface of the cover, which is heated to a high temperature during use, is largely exposed, posing a risk of burns to the operator.

In addition, the tank of this type of iron, which should be transparent or translucent so that the water level can be checked, is made of heat-resistant plastic material that can withstand high temperatures because it is attached directly to the cover at intervals. This necessity increases costs, and it is also necessary to ensure a sufficient distance from the cover to prevent adverse effects such as deformation due to heat, making it difficult to obtain a good design.

Purpose of the invention The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned drawbacks of the conventional iron, provide a rational tank structure, and improve the usability and safety of the iron.

Structure of the Invention In order to achieve the above object, the present invention includes a cover surrounding the upper surface of the base, a handle installed on the cover, and a handle located in front of the handle, with a space provided between the cover and the cover. a heat shielding cover mounted on the cover, and a tank removably mounted on the heat shielding cover at the front of the handle,
The heat shield cover is formed to have approximately the same shape as the tank bottom and the outside of the cover, and the heat shield cover is made of a separate material from the handle, thereby streamlining the tank configuration and ensuring sufficient tank capacity. The aim was to improve safety while at the same time.

Description of examples An embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

In the figure, 1 is a base having a steam outlet 2 on the hanging side, 3 is a cover attached to this base 1, and 4 is an iron body having a handle 4a installed on this cover 3. The upper grip part 4b protrudes forward and forms a guide part 4c that is inclined diagonally rearward from the front end of the grip part 4b.

Reference numeral 5 designates a heat shielding cover mounted on the cover 3 at intervals in front of the handle 4a, which has substantially the same shape as the outer surface of the cover 3, and is a separate member from the handle 4a.

Reference numeral 6 denotes a tank detachably provided in front of the handle 4a, and is mounted on the heat shield cover 5, and the bottom surface of the tank 6 is formed to have approximately the same shape as the outer surface of the heat shield cover 5.

The tank upper part 6a has a compact shape by extending the shape of the grip part 4b of the handle 4a, and the rear end is formed along the guide part 4c, facing both edges of the guide part 4c. The stepped portion 6b is a formal feature.

The tank 6 has an approximately trapezoidal shape as a whole.

7 is a temperature control knob attached to the lower part of the grip part 4b, 8 is a cord lead-out part provided at the rear end of the upper part of the handle 4a, and 9 is an openable/closable cover that covers the water supply port 10 and spray nozzle 11 provided at the upper front side of the tank 6. 12 is the tank upper part 6a
Use the operation button provided to eject spray, steam, etc.

13 is a water drip hole provided at the bottom of the tank 6, and 14 is a hole opened on the heat shield cover 5 side opposite to the water drip hole 13.

In the above configuration, the operation of attaching the tank 6 to the iron main body 4 is such that the step part 6b at the rear of the tank 6 is guided by the guide part 4c of the handle 4a.
The tank 6 can be moved in one direction by simply bringing it into contact with the front end of the grip part 4b of the handle part 4b and moving the tank diagonally rearward along the guide part 4c. Because of this, a tank with sufficient capacity can be constructed, so continuous ironing can be done with one water supply.

Further, since the heat shielding cover 5 is also provided along with the bottom of the tank 6 in substantially the same shape as the outer shape of the cover 3, the heat rising from the base 1 and the cover 3 is not directly received.

Effects of the Invention As is clear from the above embodiments, according to the present invention, the heat shielding cover is made to have approximately the same shape as the bottom of the tank and the outer surface of the cover, and the tank is mounted on the cover via the heat shielding cover. As a result, the tank is not overheated by the heat of the base, and the material for the tank itself can be easily selected, resulting in inexpensive manufacturing.

In addition, the heat shield cover is attached to the cover and covers the top surface of the cover even when the tank is removed, so it can be used even when the tank is removed from the cuffs of clothing, or when the tank is attached or detached for water supply and drainage, etc. Workers are less likely to get accidentally burned, which increases safety.

Furthermore, since the heat shield cover is constructed as a separate member from the handle, it is possible to simplify the structure of the mold for molding the handle, as well as improve workability, heat resistance, etc. without being limited by the handle material. By being able to select materials with consideration, it is possible to improve the heat shielding effect of the tank.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

Fig. 1 is a side view of a steam iron according to an embodiment of the present invention, Fig. 2 is a top view, Fig. 3 is a bottom view, Fig. 4 is a front view, Fig. 5 is a rear view, and Fig. 6 is a side view of a steam iron according to an embodiment of the present invention. The figure is a cross-sectional view of the same side.
The figure is a perspective view of the tank viewed from the iron body. 1...Base, 3...Cover, 4a.
...Handle, 5...Heat shield cover, 6...
···tank.

Claims (1)

[Scope of utility model registration request] a base, a cover surrounding the upper surface of the base, a handle installed on the cover, and a handle located at the front of the handle,
and a heat shielding cover mounted on the cover with a space between the heat shielding cover and the tank detachably mounted on the heat shielding cover at the front part of the handle, the heat shielding cover being attached to the bottom of the tank. and a steam iron formed in substantially the same shape as the outer part of the cover, and in which the heat shielding cover is constituted by a separate member from the handle.