TR201801351A2 - IMPROVED VALVE SYSTEM USED IN A REFRIGERATOR'S WATER PINAR - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a valve system (1) used in a water dispenser (2) of a refrigerator (3).

Description

DESCRIPTION UPGRADED USED IN THE WATER PIER OF A REFRIGERATOR VALVE SYSTEM This invention is associated with a water fountain, specifically a water fountain located in a refrigerator. is relevant. The present invention also relates to the valve system in the water dispenser.

It has door-mounted water fountains that produce cold drinking water for the user. refrigerators are widely known in the art. Valve system of water dispenser generally a passage for conveying water; containing at least one flexible material a first seal; the first gasket which is in leak-proof contact with the first gasket positioned relatively movable together with the sealing surface and sealing of the first gasket A flexible material that allows it to move relative to its surface. A refrigerator containing pinari is described. A problem encountered in refrigerators of the prior art is the valve of the water dispenser. system is open to leaks. The water leaking from the valve system is located in the door. collected on the tray. In addition, dust deposits collected in the tray are a bad causing the image and therefore the user frequently emptying the tray and needs to be cleaned. User satisfaction in such cases is decreasing.

One object of the present invention is the technique used in a water fountain of a refrigerator. which enables to overcome the known disadvantages in a cost-effective way and valve system that is easy to install and has improved security against leaks. is realization.

For this purpose, the valve system defined in claim 1 and the valve system defined in claim 12 Accessible with refrigerator. In the prompts attached to the further improvements, respectively The subject of the described invention is reached with the help of it.

The valve system of the invention also has the opening/closing direction surrounding the passage. protrude from the sealing surface towards the first gasket. of the first gasket in the closed position, which is located on a part of the sealing surface. it contains a fin-like protrusion that compresses the opposite portion.

One of the main advantages of this invention is that the first seal is in the closed position, is that it can be compressed tightly near the fin-like protrusion. This In this way, the risk of leakage is eliminated or reduced as much as possible. and the sealing performance of the valve system is improved. Thus, the user satisfaction is increased.

Other features of the inventive valve system and the inventive refrigerator, and other advantages, applications are explained with reference to the attached figures. will be explained; from the aforementioned Figure 1, in one embodiment of the invention, includes a water fountain with a valve system. is a schematic perspective view of a refrigerator.

Figure 2, when the fridge compartment door and freezer compartment door are open, Another schematic perspective view of the refrigerator in Figure 1 is.

Figure 3, when the fridge compartment door and freezer compartment door are open, Figure 1 is another schematic view of the refrigerator.

Fig. 4, schematic of the refrigerator compartment door of the refrigerator shown in Fig. it looks exploded Another side of the refrigerator compartment door of the refrigerator shown in Figure 5, Figure 1 sematic exploded view Figure 6 is the schematic view of the water fountain of the refrigerator shown in Figure 1. Figure 7 is the exploded schematic view of the water spring shown in Figure 6.

Figure 8 is an exploded schematic view of the valve system shown in Figure T.

Figure 9 is the sematic section view of the water spring shown in Figure 6 Figure 10 is a schematic section view of the valve system shown in Figure 7 Figure 11 shows the open/close direction of the arrow with the valve system in the open position. is an enlarged schematic view of detail A in Figure 10.

Figure 12 is another part of detail A in Figure 10 when the valve system is in the closed position. enlarged sematic view.

Figure 13 shows the schematic of the refrigerator in Figure 1 when the valve system is in the closed position. is the cutaway view.

Figure 14, with the valve system in the open position and water flowing into the glass, as in Figure 1 is the sematic section view of the refrigerator.

The parts in the figures are numbered one by one and the corresponding numbers are given below: 1. Valve system 2. Water fountain 3. Refrigerator 4. Gate 6. First gasket 7. Sealing surface 8. Flexible element 9. Finlet-like protrusion . Openness ll. valve body 12. Valve 13. First valve element 14. Second valve element . First link 16. Snap-fit connection 17. First groove 18. Second gasket 19. Second groove . Water tank 21 . Exit 22. Second link 23. Screw connection 24. Third seal . Cooler compartment 26. Fridge compartment door 27. Indent 28. Trigger via 29. Third link . Pillow 31 . Lid 32. Introduction 33. Lever 34. Glass The valve system (1) is suitable for use in a water dispenser (2) of a refrigerator (3) (Figure 1 and Figure 4).

The refrigerator (3) is a refrigerator compartment (25); open and close the refrigerator compartment (25) a refrigerator compartment door (26) that allows the water to be closed and the water (5) to be distributed mounted in a recess (27) in the refrigerator compartment door (26) and a water tank (20) comprising a water tank (20) in heat exchange with the cooling compartment (25). It includes pinari (2) (Figure 2, Figure 3, Figure 13, Figure 14).

The valve system (1) consists of a passage (4) that provides the delivery of water (5); a flexible material at least one first gasket (6) comprising; tight contact with the first gasket (6) movable relative to the first gasket (6). a sealing surface that is inserted and allows the passage (4) to be opened and closed. relative movement towards the sealing surface (7) of the first gasket (6) and (7) a flexible material (8) (Figure 10, Figure 13 and Figure 14).

The valve system (1) of the invention also has an opening/closing circuit surrounding the passage (4). will protrude from the sealing surface (7) towards the first gasket (6) in the direction of In the figure, the first one located on a part of the sealing surface (7) and in the closed position includes a fin-like projection (9) that compresses the opposite part of the gasket (6) (Fig. 11 and Fig. 12).

The refrigerator (3) which is the subject of the invention is also connected to the water tank (20) in liquid communication. which connects and opens to the front of the refrigerator compartment door (26) in the recess (27). trigger the valve system (1) so that the valve system (1) and water (5) are dispensed. the front of the refrigerator compartment door (26), which is mounted in the recess (27) and includes a triggering means (28) accessible by (Fig. 13 and Fig. In one embodiment of the invention, the first gasket (6) and sealing surface (7) are closed. It is in the form of a truncated cone that interlocks in position (Figure 11 and Figure 12). This especially when the application returns to its closed position thanks to the flexible material (8), due to the valve system (1) tightening the first seal (6) without any problems. it is advantageous. Thus, the sealing performance of the valve system (l) is further enhanced. is being improved.

In another embodiment of the invention, the sealing surface (7) surrounds the passage (4). and an opening (10) with a fin-like protrusion (9) on its edge. (Fig. 11 and Fig. 12). This application is particularly concerned with the first gasket (6) and sealing. so that the contact between the surface (7) can be further improved and thus the water (5) In the closed position, they can be prevented from passing between them more effectively. because it is advantageous.

In another embodiment of the invention, the cross section of the fin-like protrusion (9) is triangular. form (Figure 11 and Figure 12). This application is particularly applicable to the first gasket (6), Due to the fact that it can be squeezed tightly near the fin-like protrusion (9) it is advantageous. Thus, the sealing performance is further improved.

In another embodiment of the invention, the valve system 1 also includes the passage 4 and the sealing a fixed valve body (11) with its surface (7) located and at least partially A movable valve (12) located in (4) and in which the first gasket (6) is fixed (Figure 10 to Figure 12). This application is particularly applicable to the valve system (1). It is advantageous because it can be operated without any problems.

In another embodiment of the invention, the valve (12) is the valve through the flexible material (8) partly connected to the valve body (11) and a first valve member (13) and a first connection (15) removably attached to the valve member (13) and to the passage of the valve body (11). (4) includes a partially protruding second valve member (14) (Figs. 8 and Figs. ). In particular, this application allows the valve system (1) to be produced easily and It is advantageous because it can be installed. Thus, both production costs and labor can also be reduced in terms of material.

In another embodiment of the invention, the first connection 15 is a snap-fit connection (16) (Fig. 10). This application is specifically designed for the first valve. element (13) and the second valve element (14) are attached to the valve body (1 1) quickly and safely. It is advantageous because it can be mounted in a simple way.

In another embodiment of the invention, the second valve member (14) is attached to the first gasket (6). it includes a first groove (17) that ensures its fixation (Fig. 8 and Fig. 10).

In particular, this embodiment ensures that the first gasket (6) is securely attached to the second valve element (14). It is advantageous because it can be fixed in a way.

In another embodiment of the invention, the valve system 1 is also made of a flexible material. fixed to a second groove (19) contained by the second valve member (14) and it includes a second seal (18) that enables the passage (4) to be opened and closed (Fig. 8 and Figure 10). This embodiment is particularly applicable to the second valve member of the second gasket (18). (14) is advantageous in that it can be fixed securely. Thus, the valve The sealing performance of the system (1) is further improved.

In another embodiment of the invention, the second seal 18 is an o-ring (Fig. 1). This In particular, the O-ring can be easily mounted on the second valve element (14). advantageous because it can be

In another embodiment of the invention, the water tank (20) is connected to the gate of the valve system (1). (4) includes an output (21) providing communication (Figure 7). In this application, the valve system (1) also requires that the valve body (11) be connected to the outlet of the water tank (20). and a second connection means 22 (Fig. 9 and Fig. 10). This In particular, the valve system (1) can be easily disassembled into the water tank (20). It is advantageous because it can be attached.

In another embodiment of the invention, the second connection means 22 is a screw connection. (23) and sealing the interface between the water tank (20) and the valve body (11). and a third seal 24 (Figs. 7 and 10). this app in particular, that the valve system (1) can be securely fastened to the water tank because it is advantageous.

In another embodiment of the invention, the refrigerator (3) is also connected to the water tank (20) Removable connection to the inside of the refrigerator compartment door (26). It includes a third connection means (29) that provides (Fig. 5). this app In particular, the water dispenser (2) can be easily cleaned by the user. It is advantageous because it can be removed.

In another embodiment of the invention, the water spring (2) is connected to the cooler of the water tank (20). a cushion (30) to support the compartment door (26) on the inside (Figure 13 and Figure 14). This application especially, water pinarine (2) It is mounted in the recess (27) of the refrigerator compartment door (26) without any problems. It is advantageous because it can be handled and held securely.

In another embodiment of the invention, the pillow 30 comprises silicone material. This In particular, the water spring (2) can be held softly in place. because it is advantageous.

In another embodiment of the invention, the water spring (2) is closed and the water tank (20) is closed. a cover (31) that allows it to be opened and the water tank (20) to be refilled. and an inlet (32) located on the cover (31) (Figure 6 and Figure 7). This application is specifically designed to allow the user to clean the water tank for cleaning purposes. (20) is advantageous in that it can be easily accessed. This application is also In particular, the user can easily re-use the water tank (20) without removing the cap (31). It is advantageous because it can be filled.

In another embodiment of the invention, the flexible element 8 is a helical spring (Fig. 8).

This application is specifically designed to ensure that the valve system (1) is safely opened and It is advantageous because it can be closed.

In another embodiment of the invention, the trigger means 28 is the actuation of the valve 12. includes a lever (33) that enables it to be moved (Figure 4 and Figure 5).

The user can use the lever with a glass (34) that can be inserted into the recess (27). (33) can push (Figure 13 and Figure 14). This application especially, water pinarine (2) It is advantageous because it can be operated easily.

In another embodiment of the invention, the first seal (6), the second seal (18) and the third seal The flexible material of the gasket (24) includes silicone material. this app In particular, the silicone material is affected by chemical substance effects and temperature changes. It is advantageous because it is resistant.

One of the main advantages of the present invention is that the first gasket 6 is in the closed position, the fin-like protrusion (9) can be tightly compressed near (Fig. 11 and Fig. 12). In this way, the risk of leakage is eliminated or is reduced as much as possible and the sealing performance of the valve system (1) is being improved. Thus, user satisfaction is increased. find other advantages are disclosed in the above-mentioned embodiments of the invention.

Claims (15)

REQUESTS l. A passage (4) providing the water (5) to be transmitted; at least one first gasket (6) comprising a flexible material; a sealing surface (7) that is in tight contact with the first gasket (6) and is positioned relatively movably together with the first gasket (6), allowing the passage (4) to be opened and closed, and towards the sealing surface (7) of the first gasket (6). The first, in the closed position, located on a part of the sealing surface (7) surrounding the passage (4), protruding from the sealing surface (7) towards the first gasket (6) in the opening/closing direction, containing a flexible material (8) that enables it to move relatively. a valve system (1) used in a water fountain (2) of a refrigerator (3), characterized by a fin-like protrusion (9) that compresses the opposite part of the gasket (6). 2. A valve as in Claim 1, characterized by a truncated cone-shaped first gasket (6) and a sealing surface (7) that engage each other in the closed position. 3. A valve system (1) as in Claim 1 or 2, characterized by a sealing surface (7) surrounding the passage (4) and comprising an opening (10) on its edge with a fin-like protrusion (9). 4. A valve system (1) as in any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized by a fin-like protrusion (9) having a triangular cross-section. 5. Characterized by a fixed valve body (1 1) in which the passage (4) and the sealing surface (7) are located, and a movable valve (12) located at least partially in the passage (4) and to which the first gasket (6) is fixed, A valve system (1) as in any one of claims 1 to 4. 6. A first valve member (13) movably connected to the valve body (11) through the flexible material (8) and partially closing the valve body (11) and a first valve member (15) removably connected to the first valve member (13) and a valve (12) comprising a second valve element (14) partially protruding into the passage (4) of the valve body (1 1), as in claim 5, 7. A valve system (1) as in Claim 6, characterized by a first connection (15) comprising a snap-fit connection (16). 8. A valve system as in Claim 6 or 7, characterized by a second valve element (14) comprising a first groove (17) that ensures the fixation of the first gasket (6). 9. A device as in any one of Claims 6 to 8, characterized by a second seal (18) which is fixed to a second groove (19) included by the second valve element (14) and provides the opening and closing of the passage (4) and includes a flexible material. valve 10. The water dispenser (2) contains a water tank (20) having an outlet (21) that communicates with the passage (4) of the valve system (1), allowing the valve body (11) to be connected to the outlet (21) of the water tank (20) A valve system (1) as in any one of Claims 5 to 9, characterized by a second connection (22). 11. A valve system (as in Claim 10) characterized by a second connection means (22) comprising a screw connection (23) and a third gasket (24) that seals the interface between the water tank (20) and the valve body (11). one). 12. A refrigerating chamber (25); A refrigerator compartment door (26) that allows the refrigerator compartment (25) to be opened and closed, and a water tank (26), which is mounted in a recess (27) in the refrigerator compartment door (26) and exchanges heat with the refrigerator compartment (25), allowing the water (5) to be dispersed. Valve system (1) as in any one of Claims 1 to 11, comprising a water supply (2) containing water, connected to the water tank (20) in liquid communication and opened to the front of the refrigerator compartment door (26) in the recess (27); and a refrigerator (3) characterized by a triggering means (28) mounted in the recess (27) and accessible from the front of the refrigerator compartment door (26), which enables the valve system (1) to be triggered so that the water (5) is distributed. 13. A refrigerator (3) as in Claim 12, characterized by a third connection means (29) that enables the water tank (20) to be connected to the inside of the refrigerator compartment door (26) in a removable way. 14. A refrigerator (3) as in Claim 13 or 14, characterized by a water fountain (2) comprising a cushion (30) that provides support of the water tank (20) on the inside of the refrigerator compartment door (26). 15. Claims 12 to A refrigerator (3) as in any of 14.