TR201618082A2 - A WASHING MACHINE WITH A WATER SOFTENING UNIT - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a washer (1) comprising a body (2), a washing chamber (3) located inside the body (2) and wherein washing operations are carried out, and a water softening unit (4) for softening the washing water by capacitive deionization.

Description

DESCRIPTION A WASHER CONTAINING A WATER SOFTENING UNIT This invention is a washing water softener by the capacitive deionization method. It's about the washer.

Water softener with chemical component for softening water in washers units are known. To the mains water line of the water softener units and this situation brings with it settlement difficulties. brings. Especially in drop tests required by industry standards, water The durability of the softening units can be a problem. chemical component water softening units used, chemical It connects to the wash chamber to facilitate component addition and thereby increasing its durability. New generation water without chemical components In softening units, washing water is used by capacitive deionization method. The heavy metal ions in it are separated. capacitive deionization Due to the low pressure requirements of the water softener units working with the It is integrated into the system at the closest point to the network line and this situation does not decrease. causing problems in testing. At the same time, the washing machine of the water softener It should not be affected by the vibrations of the chamber.

International patent numbered WO20l 1094852 in the state of the art capacitive deionization for softening the washing water method is described.

The object of this invention is to ensure that the water softener unit is placed in a durable manner. is the realization of a washer.

carried out to achieve the purpose of this invention and described in the claims The washer is located almost in the lower half of the body, where the washing process is carried out. a water tank positioned between the middle of the wash chamber and the bottom of the body. Includes softening unit. The subject of the invention is the water softening unit. The user does not need to add chemicals to the washer and water softening with the location of the unit, the washer can pass the drop tests is provided. Water softening when the washer is a dishwasher unit is positioned just below the washing chamber, thereby increasing its durability. is increased and is not affected by the heat in the washing chamber. of the washer In the case of a washing machine, the water softener unit is located at the bottom left of the body. placed in its corner. Thus, the shortest possible line to the mains line road connection is provided.

In one embodiment of the invention, the water softener unit is placed in the washing chamber. It is used to balance the weights. Space in existing washers with the water softener unit that forms at least a part of the balance stone The problem of positioning the water softener unit inside the body is dissolved and the water softener unit is used for two purposes. capacitive The chemical addition of the water softener unit working with the deionization method without the need to be connected to the washing chamber because it is not needed It can balance the weights in the washing chamber.

In another embodiment of the invention, the pressure of the water entering the water softener unit a pressure regulator in front of the water softener to control is used. In this way, pressure changes that may occur in the mains line damaging the water softener unit operating with the capacitive deionization method. is blocked. Before water softener unit as pressure regulator non-return valve, capillary pipe or water entering the water softener unit. narrowing the diameter of the pipe can be used.

In another embodiment of the invention, the softened water is introduced into the washing chamber or transferring them to other components such as steam generators with high pressure. A tank located after the water softener unit to provide is used. Thus, softened water can be stored and used when needed. used at high pressure.

In a version of this application, the hardness of the water in the tank A conductivity sensor is used to measure the temperature. This In this way, any malfunction that may occur in the water softener unit is quickly detected.

In another version of this application, the amount of water in the tank There is a level sensor used for measuring. Thus, the warehouse The amount of water in it is monitored moment by moment.

In another embodiment of the invention, from the upper wall of the tank to the washing chamber By connecting the siphon problem is solved. At the same time, the tank is overfilled. It is not allowed and excess water is discharged into the washing chamber.

In the washer of the invention, the water softener unit is close to the washer base. By placing it, the problems experienced in the drop tests are solved. Same It also saves space by using the water softener unit instead of the balance stone. that may be experienced by shrinking the balance stone or not using it while providing balance problems are eliminated. Moreover, the pressure regulator and the tank Effective operation of the water softener unit is provided.

The washer realized to achieve the purpose of this invention is shown in the attached figure. and this figure; Figure 1 - A schematic view of a washer.

The parts in the figure are numbered one by one and the corresponding numbers are below. given. 1. Washer Washing chamber water softener unit pressure regulator conductivity sensor level sensor The washer (1), a body (2), is located inside the body (2) and is a washing chamber (3), capacitive deionization A water softening unit (4) that provides softening of the washing water by means of contains.

In the washer (1), the washing items are placed in the washing chamber (3). The water to be used in the process, the chemical requirement in the water softener unit (4) without being physically softened. in the water softener unit (4) water entering the capacitive deionization cell, voltage to the plates inside the cell It leaves the heavy metal ions in it with its application. of metal ions When the filter is filled, the plates are regenerated by applying reverse voltage. can be done. In this case, the water softener unit (4) produces hard water.

The subject of the invention is the washer (l), the middle of the washing chamber (3) in the vertical direction. positioned lower than the plane in the horizontal direction passing through the point and in this way, the water, which is protected from the effects in the vertical direction, includes a softening unit (4). In other words, the water softener unit (4), It is positioned between the base and the middle of the washing chamber (3).

In the washers (1), preferably the washing chamber (3) moves or Since it is hung on the body (2) with elements such as springs in order not to be affected by vibrations. It is not possible to make a connection on it. At the same time high Capacitive deionization due to the washing chamber (3) that can reach high temperatures exposed to high temperatures to the water softener unit (4) operating with the can stay. The water softener unit (4) is placed in the lower positions inside the body (2). fixed, the effective height in drop tests is reduced and water softening It is ensured that the forces acting on the unit (4) are reduced. Thus, In cases such as the washer (l) falling from a height or half overturned, water it is ensured that the softening unit (4) is not affected. closer to the bottom the water softening unit (4) positioned and the washer (1) in the drop tests. performance is increased. In addition, the washer (l) the water softener unit (4) in the transfer process up to the user. It is ensured that it does not malfunction. In addition, the water inlet to the washing chamber (3) the water softener unit (4), since it is carried out from the lower part of the reservoir (3). positioned below, between the mains water inlet and the washing chamber (3). It is ensured that the shortest path is used.

In one embodiment of the invention, the washer (1) is a dishwasher and is a water softener. unit (4) is positioned just below the washing chamber (3). This may be caused by the water softener unit (4) washing chamber (3). does not experience problems. At the same time, the water softener unit (4) extra for the delivery of water when the machine is close to the circulation pump. There is no need to use a pump.

In another embodiment of the invention, the washer (1) is a washing machine and The softening unit (4) is under the washing chamber, on the lower left corner of the body (2). is placed. During washing and spinning processes in washing machines due to the action of the washing chamber (3) and the motor, which is usually located on the right. amount of vibration occurs. of the water softener unit (4) (2) by placing it in the lower left corner of the water softener unit (4). It is ensured that it is minimally affected by the vibrations in the chamber (3).

In addition, by placing the water softener unit (4) on the lower left, problems that may occur in the tests are prevented.

In another embodiment of the invention, the water softening unit (4) is in the body (2). used for balance. For balancing weights in washers (l) Balance stone use is known. The water softener unit (4) must be at least It is placed inside the body (2) to form a part of it. In this way positioning when the water softener unit (4) is placed inside the body (2) The problem is solved, the water softener unit (4) takes extra space inside the body (2). does not cover.

In another embodiment of the invention, the washer (1) is connected to the water softener unit (4). It includes a pressure regulator (5) upstream of the flow direction. Pressure Thanks to its regulator (5), the water softener unit (4) needs Pressurized water is provided. Effective operation of the capacitive deionization cell For this, water must pass through the cell at low pressure. Pressure The pressure of the water entering the water softener unit (4) is controlled by the regulator (5). by controlling the hardness of the water.

In one version of this embodiment, the pressure regulator (5) is a one-way valve.

In another version, the pressure regulator (5) is a capillary tube. Another In the version, the pressure regulator (5) is connected to the pipe connected to the water softener unit. formed by narrowing the diameter. With the applications described The pressure regulator (5) can be produced at low cost.

In another embodiment of the invention, the washer (1) is connected to the water softener unit (4). A tank located downstream according to the flow direction and where softened water is stored. (6) contains. The water softener lower than the washing chamber (3) pressurized softened water from the unit (4) to the washing chamber (3) It is located after the water softener unit (4) so that the water transfer can be carried out. area warehouse (6) is used. The water accumulated in the tank (6) is pumped (in the figures). pressurized into the wash chamber (3) with the help of is being transmitted.

In one version of this application, the washer (1) is located in the warehouse (6) and a conductivity device that enables the measurement of the hardness level of the water in the tank (6). includes the sensor (7). Thus, the water softener unit (4) is constantly is checked and promptly intervened if any problem is encountered. can be achieved. In another version of the warehouse application, the washer (1) (6) to measure the level of water in the tank (6) and inside the tank (6). It contains a level sensor (8). This softened water The operation of the water softener (4) is optimized according to its needs.

In another embodiment of the invention, the tank (6) is inserted from its upper wall into the washing chamber (3). it is attached. In this way, the siphon problem is solved with the tank (6) opened to the atmosphere.

At the same time, as a result of a problem that may occur in the water softener unit (4) overfilling of the tank (6) is prevented and excessive water is poured into the washing chamber (3). is being transmitted.

The subject of the invention is a washer (1) that works with the capacitive deionization method. It solves the placement problem of the softening unit (4) and is used in drop tests. does not have a problem. The bottom of the washing chamber (3) of the water softener unit (4) A more durable washer (l) can be obtained by positioning it under the half of the is being done. With other embodiments of the invention, the water softening unit (4) can be effectively it is provided to work in one way.

Claims (12)

REQUESTS l - A body (2), a washing chamber (3) inside the body (2) in which the washing processes are carried out, and a water softening unit (4) that enables the washing water to be softened by capacitive deionization. A washer (l) characterized by a water softening unit (4) positioned lower than the horizontal plane passing through its mid-point and thus particularly protected from vertical effects. 2 _A washer as in claim 17, which is a dishwasher characterized by a water softening unit (4) positioned just below the washing chamber (3). 3 _A washer (1) as in Claim 1, which is a washing machine characterized by a water softening unit (4) placed under the washing chamber, in the lower left corner of the body (2). 4 - A washer as in any one of the above claims, characterized by the water softening unit (4) used for balancing purposes inside the body (2). 5 - A washer (1) as in any one of the above claims, characterized by a pressure regulator (5) located before the water softening unit (4) according to the water flow direction. 6 - A washer (1) as in Claim 5°, characterized by a pressure regulator (5), which is a one-way valve. 7 - A washer (1) as in Claim Site, characterized by a pressure regulator (5) in the form of a capillary tube. 8 - A washer (1) as in Claim 5°, characterized by a pressure regulator (5) formed by narrowing the diameter of the water pipe. 9 - A washer (1) as in any one of the above claims, characterized by a tank (6) located after the water softener unit (4) according to the water flow direction and where the softened water is stored. 10 - A washer (1) as in Claim 9, characterized by a conductivity sensor (7) located in the tank (6) and enabling the measurement of the hardness level of the water in the tank (6). 11 - Claim 9 or 12 - A washer (1) as in any one of Claims 9 to 11, characterized by the tank (6) connected to the washing chamber from its upper wall.