TWI383956B - Device for generating, diluting and supplying electrolyzed water - Google Patents

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Electrolyzed water generation/dilution supply device

The present invention relates to an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device capable of diluting a high concentration electrolytic solution produced by electrolysis of an electrolyte solution in which an ionizing inorganic substance has been dissolved to a desired concentration, and electrolyzed water generation/dilution Supply method.

Such an electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device is known as a device which is prepared by mixing a high-concentration electrolytic solution obtained by electrolyzing an electrolytic solution containing an ionizing inorganic substance with raw water and diluting it to a desired concentration. .

For example, the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device is provided with a flow sensor in the feed water path of the raw water, and the amount of raw water detected by the flow sensor is used to control the flow of the electrolyte to the electrolytic cell by the dosing pump. In the amount of the amount of the electrolyzed water, the amount of the electrolyzed water is mixed with the raw water to be diluted, and the electrolysis amount of the electrolytic cell is controlled according to the amount of use (see Patent Document 1).

In the above-described electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device, since the supply amount of the electrolyzed water is increased in accordance with the supply amount of the raw water, there is an advantage that an electrolytic dilution liquid containing a certain concentration of electrolyzed water can be obtained in a large amount.

(Patent Document 1) Japanese Patent Laid-Open Publication No. 2001-62455

However, according to the above-described electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device, there are the following problems.

(1) Although it is suitable to obtain a large amount of electrolytically diluted water, the number of parts is large, and in order to be used in a general household or the like, the apparatus is large in size and cannot be installed in a narrow place, and it is expensive.

(2) When a small amount of electrolytic dilution water is supplied, in addition to the energy required for the above electrolysis, it is necessary to have the energy required for supplying the dilution water, and since it is necessary to supply the electrolytic dilution water, it is necessary to always The pump operates, so it costs a lot of operation, and there is a disadvantage that energy cannot be saved.

(3) In addition to the large-scale installation of the installation, it is necessary to have a set of works. Therefore, in addition to being limited by the installation location, there are also disadvantages in that the construction period or the construction cost must be incurred when setting up the project.

An object of the present invention is to provide an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device and electrolyzed water generation device which can solve the above problems and which can reduce the number of parts and reduce the size and save space, and can operate inexpensively and reliably without cost of operation. Dilution supply method.

In order to achieve the above object, the invention of the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device of the first aspect of the present invention is characterized in that it is provided with at least a load that can be attached to and detached from the water supply plug and that is negative when the raw water is supplied from the water supply plug. a water flow pump that sucks other fluid and mixes with the raw water; and an electrolyte generating device that supplies the electrolyte as the other fluid to the water flow pump; and the electrolyte generating device includes: an anode and a cathode And the electrolytic solution in which the ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved is contacted with the electrolytic cell between the electrodes; and the direct current power is supplied to the electrolysis DC power source that generates electrolyzed water in the electrolytic cell between the electrodes in the electrolytic cell. a device; an electrolyte-refilling means provided in a communication tube capable of supplying an electrolyte solution in which an ionized inorganic substance is dissolved to the electrolytic cell, and detecting a flow rate of the electrolyte; and The detection signal from the flow detecting sensor by the electrolyte replenishing means forms a supply for controlling the DC power / stopping the electrolysis control signal to control the operation of the direct current power from the electrolysis DC power supply device; the water flow pump is provided with at least an electrolyte capable of supplying the electrolyte from the electrolyte generating device to the self-feed water An injection pump that negatively generates a negative pressure generating mechanism portion by plugging the discharged water.

The invention of claim 2 is the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device according to the first aspect of the invention, wherein the electrolyte solution supply means includes: an electrolyte solution for storing an ionized inorganic substance; The electrolyte cylinder is connected to the electrolytic cell, and the electrolyte solution in the liquid tank is guided to the communication tube of the electrolytic cell; and the communication tube is provided to detect the flow rate of the electrolyte solution. a flow rate detecting sensor for outputting an electrical signal corresponding to the flow rate; and the water flow pump is provided with at least a liquid flow capable of supplying the electrolyte from the electrolyte generating device to the water discharged by the self-contained water hydrant to generate a negative pressure. The injection pump of the negative pressure generating mechanism portion.

According to the third aspect of the invention, in the electrolysis water generation/diluting supply device of the second aspect of the invention, the communication pipe is provided such that the high-concentration electrolyte in the electrolytic cell does not pass from the electrolysis The tank flows back to the check valve of the above-mentioned electrolyte cylinder.

The invention of claim 4 is the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device of the second aspect of the above patent application, wherein the communication pipe is provided with: an electrolyte suction amount of the water pump to the jet pump can be adjusted A manual flow rate adjusting valve; and a flow meter capable of visually measuring a flow rate as an index when the flow rate adjustment is performed by the manual flow rate adjusting valve.

The invention of claim 5, wherein the water flow pump is provided with a maximum flow rate of water that can be supplied from the water supply plug to be fixed in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device according to the first aspect of the invention. Constant flow valve for flow.

The invention of claim 6 is the electrolysis water generating/diluting supply device of the first or fifth aspect of the above-mentioned patent application, wherein the water flow pump prevents the flow to the water supply side even if a negative pressure occurs on the water supply side. The water supply side check valve is provided on the upstream side of the jet pump, and a discharge side check valve capable of preventing a siphon phenomenon or the like from occurring on the introduction pipe side when the water supply is stopped is provided on the downstream side of the jet pump.

In order to achieve the above object, the electrolytic water generation/dilution supply method of the seventh aspect of the present application is characterized in that: the raw water is supplied from the water supply plug to a water flow pump fixed to the water supply plug, and a negative pressure is generated, and the negative pressure is generated. The electrolytic solution generating device generates electrolysis from the electrolytic solution in which the ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved to generate a high-concentration electrolytic solution, and the high-concentration electrolytic solution obtained from the electrolytic solution generating device is subjected to the negative pressure of the water flow pump. The electrolyte generating device is sucked into the water flow pump, and the raw water and the high-concentration electrolyte are mixed and diluted to a constant concentration.

The invention of claim 8 is the electrolytic water production/dilution supply method according to item 7 of the patent application scope, wherein the ionizable inorganic substance is a monomer of sodium chloride, potassium chloride or hydrochloric acid or more Mixed mix.

The invention of claim 9 is the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply method according to item 7 of the patent application scope, wherein the raw water is tap water, pure water, well water, soft hydration water or exchange resin treated water. .

In order to achieve the above object, the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device of claim 10 is characterized in that it is provided with at least a flow capable of being attached to and detachable from the water supply plug and capable of detecting the presence or absence of supply of raw water from the water supply plug. a sensor for mixing the raw water with another fluid; when the raw water is detected by the flow sensor, the electrolyte as the other fluid is supplied to the mixture according to the detection signal And an electrolyte solution generating device; and a communication means for communicating between the mixer and the electrolyte solution generating device; and the electrolyte generating device includes: an anode and a cathode, and a solution capable of dissolving an ionizing inorganic substance An electrolytic solution is in contact with an electrolytic cell between the electrodes; and a DC power supply device for electrolysis is provided in which the DC power is supplied between the two electrodes in the electrolytic cell to generate electrolyzed water in the electrolytic cell; a communication pipe for supplying a substance to the electrolytic cell by the electrolytic solution and an electrolyte supply pump provided in the communication pipe The electrolyte supply means; and the electrolyte supply pump for the electrolyte supply means controls the supply/stop of the electrolyte by the detection signal from the flow sensor, and controls the DC power supply from the electrolysis Current. Operation control device for supply of voltage.

The electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device according to the eleventh aspect of the present invention is characterized in that it is provided with at least a flow sensor that can be attached to and detached from the water supply plug and that detects whether or not the raw water is supplied from the water supply plug, and the raw water is a mixer that is mixed with another fluid; when the passage of the raw water is detected by the flow rate sensor, an electrolyte solution as the other fluid is supplied to the electrolyte generating device of the mixer according to the detection signal; a communication means for communicating between the mixer and the electrolyte generating device; and the electrolyte generating device includes an anode and a cathode, and an electrolytic solution in which an ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved is contacted between the electrodes a DC power supply device for electrolysis that supplies DC water between the two electrodes in the electrolytic cell to generate electrolyzed water in the electrolytic cell; and an electrolytic solution in which an ionized inorganic substance is dissolved and supplied to the electrolytic cell a communication pipe and an electrolyte-replenishing means provided in the electrolyte supply pump of the communication pipe; and the above-mentioned electricity Above the electrolyte supply pump of the liquid supply means is controlled based on a detection signal from the flow sensor is supplied to the electrolytic solution / stop, while the control current from the DC power supply device of the electrolysis. An operation control device for supplying a voltage; and the mixer includes a constant flow valve that fixes a maximum flow rate of the water flow supplied from the water supply plug to a constant flow rate.

The invention of claim 12, wherein the method for replenishing the electrolyte is to dissolve the ionizing inorganic substance in the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device of the above-mentioned patent application No. 10 or 11. a communication pipe for supplying the electrolytic solution to the electrolytic cell of the electrolytic cell; an electrolyte supply pump provided in the communication pipe; and a flow rate of the electrolyte to be flowed between the communication pipes provided in the communication pipe; The flow rate detecting sensor is configured to control the supply/stop of the electrolyte supply pump by the amount of the electrolyte to be detected detected by the flow rate detecting sensor, and to control the The current of the above-mentioned DC power supply device for electrolysis. The supply of voltage.

The invention of claim 14 is the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device according to any one of the above-mentioned patent application scopes 10, 11, 12 and 13, wherein the above-mentioned electrolyte replenishing means is provided for detecting a current sensor that supplies a direct current amount between the electrodes in the electrolytic cell from the DC power supply device for electrolysis, and the operation control device determines that the current is supplied to the current sensor based on the amount of current detected by the current sensor. Whether or not the electrolytic solution of the electrolytic cell has a predetermined concentration or whether the electrolytic solution supplied to the mixer is a predetermined concentration, and based on the determination result, the supply/stop of the electrolyte supply pump is controlled, and the control can be controlled from The current of the above-mentioned DC power supply device for electrolysis. The supply of voltage.

The present invention is directed to the electrolysis water generating/diluting supply device according to any one of the items 10 to 14 of the above-mentioned application, wherein the mixer is provided with a singular or a plurality of display means. The operation state is displayed by lighting a single or a plurality of display means in accordance with a display drive signal from the operation control device.

The present invention is directed to the electrolysis water generating/diluting supply device according to any one of the above claims 10 to 14, wherein the electrolyte is supplied to a pump cylinder pump (tube) Pump).

The electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device of the first aspect of the patent application of the present application has the following effects as described above.

(1) Since the number of parts is small and the size is small, space can be saved, and it can be installed in a narrow place, and can be provided inexpensively, and has an advantage suitable for use in general households and the like.

(2) The energy required for supplying the dilution water can be reduced, and the running cost can be reduced, which has the advantage of saving energy.

(3) Since the apparatus is downsized, it is not necessary to install the installation, and it can be easily installed. There is little restriction on the installation place and the like, and it is not necessary to set the construction period required for the project, and of course, there is an advantage that the construction cost is not required.

According to the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply method of the seventh aspect of the patent application of the present application, the energy required to supply the dilution water can be reduced, and the running cost can be reduced, which has the advantage of saving energy.

The electrolyzed water generating/diluting device of the tenth aspect of the patent application of the present application has the following effects as long as it is configured as described above.

(1) It is not necessary to supply direct raw water from the water hydrant to the device, and therefore it is not necessary to install a pressure reducing valve or a check valve prescribed in the tap water method. Also, since it does not need to be accompanied by the operation of the device. Since it is not necessary to take into consideration the load caused by the electrolytic cell or the like, the number of parts is small and the size can be reduced, and space can be saved, and it can be installed in a narrow place and can be provided inexpensively.

(2) The device can be miniaturized, and it is easy to install without requiring installation, and there are few restrictions on installation places and the like, and it is not necessary to set a construction period required for the project, and of course, there is an advantage that engineering cost is not required.

(3) Since it is not necessary to supply raw water to the apparatus as long as the mixer is fixed to the water supply plug of the common tap water, there is an advantage that it is not necessary to reset the water supply plug.

(4) Since there is no extra valve or the like in the device, not only the control is simple, but also there is an advantage that there is almost no malfunction.

(First preferred embodiment of the invention)

Hereinafter, a first preferred mode for carrying out the invention will be described with reference to Figs. 1 to 12 .

Fig. 1 is a schematic block diagram showing an overall configuration of an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out a first preferred embodiment of the present invention. In Fig. 1, the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 for carrying out the first preferred embodiment of the present invention is, for example, prepended and detachable from a water supply plug of a common tap water, and When the raw water (tap water) is supplied to the water hydrant, a water flow pump 3 that draws a negative pressure to mix other fluids and mixes with the raw water is generated; and an electrolyte solution as the other fluid is supplied to the electrolyte generating device 5 of the water flow pump 3; It is configured to be supplied to the electrolyte-containing cylinder 7 of the electrolyte solution to be supplied to the electrolyte solution device 5. Further, the water discharge port 5a of the electrolytic solution generator 5 communicates with the negative pressure generating mechanism portion of the water flow pump 3 via the outlet pipe 9. Further, the water inlet 5b of the electrolytic solution generator 5 communicates with the bottom portion of the electrolyte-containing cylinder 7 via the introduction pipe 11.

Therefore, according to the above-described electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1, the water flow pump 3 is fixed to, for example, a water supply plug of a common tap water, and raw water (tap water) is supplied from the water supply plug to the water flow pump 3 to generate (water). Negative pressure. Further, according to the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device 1, the electrolyte solution generating device 5 electrolyzes the electrolyte solution from which the ionizing inorganic substance has been dissolved to generate a high-concentration electrolyte solution, and the water flow pump 3 is negative. The high-concentration electrolytic solution obtained by the electrolytic solution generating device 5 is sucked from the electrolytic solution generating device 5 into the inside of the water flow pump 3, and the raw water (tap water) is mixed with a high-concentration electrolytic solution in the water flow pump 3 to be diluted. At a predetermined concentration, the water flow pump 3 is discharged as the produced water.

Further, the electrolyte solution stored in the electrolyte solution cartridge 7 is mixed with the ionized inorganic material at a predetermined ratio, and the ionizing inorganic substance used herein is sodium chloride, potassium chloride or hydrochloric acid. The monomer is either a mixture of the above.

Further, in the above-described water flow pump 3, although the raw water is destined for tap water, it may of course be pure water, well water, soft hydration treated water or water treated with an exchange resin.

Fig. 2 is a system diagram showing the overall configuration of an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the first preferred embodiment of the present invention.

In Fig. 2, the water flow pump 3 in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 is provided with an injection pump 30 having a negative pressure generating mechanism portion 31 capable of generating a negative pressure based on a water flow discharged from a water supply plug; The constant flow rate valve 32 that is provided on the upstream side of the jet pump 30 and that fixes the maximum flow rate of the raw water supplied from the water supply plug to a constant flow rate; is provided on the upstream side of the jet pump 30, and is negative even on the water supply side. The pressure also prevents the water supply side check valve 33 that flows toward the water supply side; and when the water supply to the raw water is stopped on the downstream side of the jet pump 30, the discharge of the siphon tube phenomenon or the like in the negative pressure generating mechanism portion 31 can be prevented. Side check valve 34.

In the above-described electrolytic solution generating device 1 of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1, the electrode composed of the anode and the cathode are disposed to face each other, and the ionization property can be dissolved. The electrolytic solution of the inorganic substance is contacted between the electrodes by the electrolytic solution 51; the direct current power is supplied between the electrodes in the electrolytic cell 51, and the electrolytic DC power supply device 52 for generating electrolyzed water in the electrolytic cell; The communication tube 53 in which the electrolyte solution in which the ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved is guided to the electrolytic cell 51, and the flow rate detecting sensor 54 which is provided in the communication tube 53 and detects the flow rate to the communication tube 53 is electrolyzed. The liquid refilling means; and the flow control signal for controlling the flow rate of the electrolyte by the flow rate detecting sensor from the flow rate detecting sensor 54 is controlled to control the operation control means 55 of the electrolysis DC power supply unit 52.

Further, inside the electrolyte generating apparatus 5, the communication pipe 53 is provided with a manual flow rate adjusting valve 56 that can adjust the amount of electrolyte solution suction of the water pump 3 with respect to the jet pump 30, and the above-described manual flow rate adjusting valve a flow meter 57 capable of visually measuring a flow rate when the flow rate is adjusted; an electrolyte detecting presence or absence detecting sensor 58 for detecting the presence or absence of the electrolytic solution; and allowing the high-concentration electrolytic solution in the electrolytic cell 51 not to be electrolyzed from the above-mentioned electrolysis The groove 51 flows back to the check valve 59 of the above-mentioned electrolyte cylinder 7.

3 is an explanatory view showing an appearance of an electrolytic solution generating apparatus in an electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply apparatus according to a first preferred embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 3(a) is a left side of the electrolytic solution generating apparatus. 3(b) is a front view of the electrolyte solution generator, and FIG. 3(c) is a right side view of the electrolyte generator.

In FIG. 3, in the electrolytic solution generator 5, the respective constituent elements are disposed inside the casing 50 having a straight cubic shape. Further, as shown in FIG. 3(a), the front surface of the frame body 50 having the straight cubic shape is provided with a display surface of the flow meter 57 for turning on the commercial power supply to the operation control device 55 or the DC power supply device 52 for electrolysis. The power switch 5c is switched to /OFF, and as shown in Figs. 3(b) and 3(c), a knob of the manual flow rate adjusting valve 56 is provided. Further, a water inlet 5b is provided in the upper left side portion of the casing 50 as shown in Fig. 3(a). A water spout 5a is provided in a lower portion of the right side surface of the casing 50 as shown in Fig. 3(c).

FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view showing the structure of an electrolytic cell used in the electrolytic solution generating apparatus for carrying out the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device according to the first preferred embodiment of the present invention.

In the above-described electrolytic cell 51, the space 51b is formed inside the container 51a made of a chemically stable substance such as plastic, and the inside of the space 51b is disposed at a predetermined interval d. The electrodes 51p and 51m composed of the anode and the cathode are placed between the electrodes 51p and 51m so that the electrolyte solution in which the ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved can be contacted. Further, the electrode 51p of the container 51a of the electrolytic cell 51 is connected to the voltage application terminal 51q, and the electrode 51m of the container 51a of the electrolytic cell 51 is connected to the voltage application terminal 51r. The voltage application terminals 51q and 51r are separated as shown in Fig. 4 . Further, a lower portion of the space 51b of the container 51a of the electrolytic cell 51 is provided with an introduction port 51s for the electrolytic solution, and an outlet 51t for the electrolytic solution is provided at the upper portion of the space 51b.

Fig. 5 is a perspective view showing a water flow pump in an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply apparatus according to a first preferred embodiment of the present invention, wherein Fig. 5(a) is a plan view of the water flow pump, and Fig. 5(b) Fig. 5(c) is a front cross-sectional view of the water flow pump, and Fig. 5(c) is a view showing a lever of the on-off valve used in the water flow pump.

Fig. 6 is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of Fig. 5(b) in the above water flow pump. Fig. 6(a) is a view showing an open state of the on-off valve of the water flow pump, and Fig. 6(b) is a view showing a closed state of the on-off valve of the water flow pump.

In the above-described drawings, the water pump 3 is provided with an injection pump 30 having a negative pressure generating mechanism portion 31 that generates a negative pressure based on the water flow discharged from the water supply plug, and is provided on the upstream side of the jet pump 30. The constant flow rate of the raw water supplied from the water supply plug is fixed to a constant flow rate valve 32; the upstream side of the jet pump 30 is provided, and even if a negative pressure is generated on the water supply side, the water supply side flowing toward the water supply side is prevented from being reversed. The check valve 33 is provided on the downstream side of the jet pump 30, and when the supply of the raw water is stopped, the discharge side check valve 34 that causes the siphon phenomenon on the side of the negative pressure generating mechanism portion 31 can be prevented; and the supply of the electrolyte is controlled. / On/off switch valve 35.

Further, as shown in FIG. 6(a), when the operating lever is moved to the upper side of the drawing, the switching valve 35 is opened, and the electrolytic solution can be introduced into the negative pressure generating mechanism portion. 31. Further, when the water flow pump 3 is moved to the right side of the drawing as shown in FIG. 6(b), the switching valve 35 is closed, and the electrolytic solution cannot be introduced into the negative pressure generating mechanism portion 31.

Fig. 7 is a block diagram showing the configuration of an operation control device in an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the first preferred embodiment of the present invention.

The operation control device 55 is composed of an MPU 551 that can operate in accordance with a predetermined operation program and an accessory circuit of the MPU 551. Further, a detection signal from the flow rate detecting sensor 54 and a detection signal from the electrolyte presence detecting sensor 58 are input to the MPU 551. The MPU 551 operates in accordance with a predetermined operation program, and causes the warning lamp L to be turned on/off, or the buzzer B is sounded, or the operation of the electrolysis DC power supply device 52 is controlled.

The electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 for carrying out the first preferred embodiment of the present invention is connected as shown in Figs. 1 and 2 .

As described above, the operation of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 connected in FIGS. 1 and 2 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 7 and with reference to FIG. 8 and subsequent figures.

Here, FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing the operation of the operation control device in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the first preferred embodiment of the present invention when water is passed through.

First, when the water supply plug of the tap water is opened and water is supplied to the water flow pump 3, when the raw water is supplied to the jet pump 30 of the water flow pump 3, a negative pressure is generated in the negative pressure generating mechanism portion 31. Then, the electrolytic solution 51 from the electrolytic solution generating device 5 is sucked into the negative pressure generating mechanism portion 31 of the water flow pump 3 via the outlet pipe 9.

Then, in the electrolyte generating device 5, when the electrolyte is sucked from the electrolytic cell 51 into the negative pressure generating mechanism portion 31 of the water flow pump 3, then via the communicating tube 53. The introduction pipe 11 is supplied with the electrolytic solution from the electrolyte cylinder 7 to the electrolytic cell 51. When the electrolyte is passed through the communication pipe 53, the flow detecting sensor 54 detects this.

The detection signal detected by the flow rate detecting sensor 54 is input to the MPU 551 of the operation control device 55 of the electrolytic solution generating device 5.

Thereby, the MPU 551 of the operation control device 55 of the electrolytic solution generating apparatus 5 starts the flow of FIG. 8 (S801).

The MPU 551 of the operation control device 55 of the electrolytic solution generator 5 confirms the presence or absence of the electrolyte by the detection signal from the electrolyte presence detecting sensor 58 (S802), and sometimes, based on the flow rate detecting sensor 54 The detection signal confirms the electrolysis time (S803). When the electrolysis time (S803) is confirmed, the MPU 551 supplies a control signal for starting electrolysis to the DC power supply device 52 for electrolysis (S804). Moreover, since the electrolysis current is supplied from the above-described electrolysis DC power source device 52 to the MPU 551, the current value is confirmed (S805). Next, the MPU 551 lights the electrolytic generation lamp L (S806).

FIG. 9 is a flow chart showing the operation of the operation control device in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the first preferred embodiment of the present invention at the time of stopping the water.

Then, when the water supply plug of the tap water is turned off and the water flow to the water flow pump 3 is stopped, the raw water is supplied to the jet pump 30 of the water flow pump 3, so that the negative pressure in the negative pressure generating mechanism portion 31 disappears. Then, the electrolytic solution sucked from the electrolytic cell 51 of the electrolytic solution generating apparatus 5 via the outlet pipe 9 is stopped and sucked into the negative pressure generating mechanism portion 31 of the water flow pump 3. The detection signal from the flow rate detecting sensor 54 and the electrolyte presence detecting sensor 58 is supplied to the MPU 551, and the MPU 551 detects that the water supply is stopped, and proceeds to the operation of the flowchart of Fig. 9 (S901).

Therefore, the MPU 551 supplies an instruction to stop the supply of the DC power to the DC power supply device 52 for electrolysis (S902), and ends the operation of the flow.

Thereafter, the flowchart of FIG. 8 which starts the supply of the water supply plug to the water flow pump 3, and the flowchart of FIG. 9 which stops the water supply are all performed by the MPU 551 of the operation control device 55 of the electrolytic solution generating apparatus 5. deal with.

Fig. 10 is a flow chart for explaining the operation of S803 in the above-described flowchart of Fig. 8.

The MPU 551 confirms the energization time (S8031), and when the energization time is, for example, 120 hours (S8032; YES), the electrolysis DC power supply device 52 is stopped by stopping the energization of the power supply relay (S8033), The FF relay operation switches the polarity of the connection between the DC power supply device 52 for electrolysis and the electrodes 51p and 51m of the electrolytic cell 51 (S8034), and energizes the DC power supply device 52 for electrolysis again by energizing the power supply relay, for example, for about 20 seconds ( S8035, S8036).

Further, the MPU 551 stops the electrolysis DC power supply device 52 by stopping the energization of the power supply relay after the DC power supply device 52 for electrolysis is operated, for example, for about 20 seconds (S8037), and again by making the FF When the relay is operated, the polarity of the connection between the DC power supply device 52 and the electrodes 51p and 51m of the electrolytic cell 51 is returned to the original state (S8038), and the DC power supply device 52 for electrolysis is operated again by energizing the power supply relay (S8039). Then, return to the step of confirming the energization time (S8031). Thereby, the electrolytic substance is prevented from adhering to the electrodes 51p and 51m, resulting in a decrease in electrolysis ability.

Fig. 11 is a flow chart for explaining the operation of S805 in the above-described flowchart of Fig. 8.

Although not shown, the current detection signal is input from the above-described DC power supply device 52 for electrolysis to the MPU 551. First, the MPU 551 confirms, for example, about 3 seconds for the input current value (S8051, S8052). When the MPU 551 determines that the current value is not equal to or greater than 8 [A] (S8053; NO), it is determined that the electrolysis in the electrolytic cell 51 is not sufficiently performed, and the error lamp is blinked (S8054).

On the other hand, when the MPU 551 determines that the current value is, for example, 8 [A] or more (S8053; YES), it is determined that the electrolysis is normally performed in the electrolytic cell 51, and the generator lamp is turned on (S8055).

The MPU 551 of the operation control device 55 of the electrolytic solution generating device 5 operates as described above.

Fig. 12 is a flow chart for explaining the operation of detecting the detection signal of the sensor 58 based on the presence or absence of the above electrolyte.

The MPU 551 receives a detection signal from the electrolyte presence detecting sensor 58. First, the MPU 551 confirms, for example, about 3 seconds with respect to the input detection signal (S901, S902). Here, the MPU 551 determines whether or not the electrolyte is present (S903). When the MPU 551 determines that there is no electrolyte (S8053; NO), the error lamp is blinked (S904). On the other hand, when the MPU 551 determines that there is an electrolytic solution (S8053; YES), the operation is continued.

The electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 of the present invention operates as described above, and supplies a necessary dilution liquid of the electrolytic solution. In other words, the raw water is supplied from the water supply plug to the water flow pump 3 that has been fixed to the water supply plug to generate a negative pressure, and the electrolytic solution generating apparatus 5 is electrolyzed from the electrolytic solution in which the ionizable inorganic substance has been dissolved. The concentration electrolyte solution draws the high-concentration electrolyte solution obtained by the electrolyte solution generator 5 from the electrolyte solution generator 5 to the inside of the water flow pump 3 by the negative pressure of the water flow pump 3, and the raw water and the high concentration are The electrolyte is mixed and diluted to a predetermined concentration.

Further, the electrolyte solution that is stored in the inside of the electrolyte solution cylinder 7 dissolves the ionizable inorganic substance in a constant amount of water. The ionizable inorganic substance is a monomer of sodium chloride, potassium chloride or hydrochloric acid or a mixture of the above.

Moreover, although the raw water supplied from the water supply plug of the tap water is tap water, it is not limited to this, and may be pure water, well water, soft hydration water, or water treated with an exchange resin.

As described above, according to the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the first preferred embodiment of the present invention, the above-described structure is employed and the above-described operation is performed as described above, and therefore the following effects are obtained.

(1) It is possible to reduce the number of parts, to reduce the size, and to save space, and to have a advantage that it can be installed in a narrow place and can be provided inexpensively, and is suitable for use in a general household or the like.

(2) It is possible to reduce the energy required for supplying the dilution water, and it is possible to reduce the running cost and to save energy.

(3) Since the device is miniaturized, it is not necessary to install the project, and it can be easily installed. There are few restrictions on the installation location and the like, and it is not necessary to set the construction period required for the project, and of course, there is an advantage that the construction cost is not required.

Further, in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device according to the first preferred embodiment of the present invention, the electrolytic cell 51 is formed inside a container 51a made of a chemically stable substance such as plastic. In the space 51b, the two electrodes 51p and 51m serving as the anode and the cathode are disposed to face each other at a predetermined interval d in the space 51b. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the electrolytic cell 51 may be in the container. For example, three or more electrodes are disposed opposite to each other at a predetermined interval, and from one of the electrodes toward the other side, for example, the first electrode is positive and the next electrode is negative. The next electrode is in a positive manner, applying a DC voltage alternately, and allowing the electrolyte dissolved in the ionizable inorganic substance to contact the configuration between the electrodes. Further, the polarity of the DC voltage applied to the three or more electrodes may of course be reversed from the above.

(Second preferred form of carrying out the invention)

The inventors of the present invention found that the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 according to the above-described preferred embodiment of the present invention has the following problems. That is, (1) because there is a mechanism for mixing high-concentration electrolyzed water with raw water or for dissolving inside the device. A mechanism for supplying and controlling raw water by diluting ionized inorganic substances such as salt, it is necessary to provide a check valve or a pressure reducing valve for the purpose of preventing backflow to the waterway, and also to set the stop of the machine. Since various control valves and the like accompanying the operation are complicated, piping and control are complicated, and the apparatus is increased in size and expensive.

(2) There must be a setting project for supplying raw water to the apparatus or for supplying the generated electrolyzed water to a destination, and there is a disadvantage that there must be a construction period or a construction cost.

(3) Even if water is first stopped, in addition to supplying raw water, there must be other faucets, and there must be a disadvantage of having multiple valves.

Therefore, in addition to the first preferred embodiment of the water flow pump described above, the water flow pump in the first preferred embodiment is replaced with a mixer detachably attached to the water supply plug, and the flow sensor is provided in the mixer. And the flow sensor can be used to detect the raw water supply from the water supply plug. When the raw water is detected to pass through the flow sensor, other fluids can be supplied to the mixer according to the detected detection signal. Further, an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device according to a second preferred embodiment of the present invention having the following advantages has been proposed.

(1) Direct raw water will not be supplied to the unit from the water supply plug, and the pressure reducing valve or check valve specified in the tap water method is not required. Also, the operation of the device is not required. Since the control such as the valve is stopped, it is not necessary to take into consideration the load on the electrolytic cell or the like. Therefore, the number of parts can be reduced, the size can be reduced, and space can be saved, and it can be installed in a narrow space and can be provided inexpensively.

(2) Since the apparatus is downsized, it is not necessary to install the installation, and it can be easily installed. There are few restrictions on the installation location and the like, and it is not necessary to install the construction period required for the project, and of course, there is an advantage that the construction cost is not required.

(3) Since the mixer is only fixed to the water supply plug of the common tap water without supplying the raw water to the apparatus, there is an advantage that it is not necessary to reset the water supply plug.

(4) Since there is no extra valve in the device, not only is the control simple, but there is almost no advantage of failure.

Hereinafter, an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply apparatus according to a second preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to Figs. 20 to 29 .

FIG. 20 is a schematic configuration diagram showing an overall configuration of an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the second best mode of the present invention. In Fig. 20, the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device 1 for carrying out the second best mode of the present invention is basically capable of loading and unloading a water supply plug such as a common tap water and supplying it from the water supply plug. The raw water (tap water) will detect the water pressure of the raw water. a mixer 73 that supplies a fluid or the like and is mixed with the raw water; an electrolyte solution as the other fluid is supplied to the electrolyte generating device 5 of the mixer 73; and can be stored for supply to the electrolyte solution The device 5 is composed of an electrolyte tube 7 to be electrolyte. Further, the discharge port 5a of the electrolytic solution generating device 5 communicates with the mixer 73 via the outlet pipe 9. Further, the water inlet 5b of the electrolytic solution generator 5 communicates with the bottom portion of the electrolyte-containing cylinder 7 via the introduction pipe 11.

Further, the details of the mixer 73 will be described later in detail, and a flow sensor is incorporated therein, and a display means (LED display lamp) 131 indicating an operation state is provided. Further, the cable 140 is connected between the electrolyte generating device 5 and the mixer 73, and the detection signal from the flow sensor can be supplied to the electrolyte generating device 5, and also used to display the electrolysis. The drive signal of the operating state of the liquid generating device 5 is supplied to a display means (LED display lamp) 131.

Therefore, when the supply device 1 is formed and diluted according to the above-described electrolyzed water, the mixer 73 is fixed to a water supply plug of, for example, a common tap water, and raw water (tap water) is supplied (into water) from the water supply plug to the mixer 73. The water pressure or flow rate of the raw water is detected by the mixer 73 described above. In addition, the electrolyte solution generating device 5 supplies the electrolyte solution in which the ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved, and electrolyzes to generate a high-concentration electrolyte solution, and supplies the electrolyte solution to the inside of the mixer 73 from the electrolyte solution generating device 5, and the mixer In the 73, the raw water (tap water) and the high-concentration electrolyte are mixed and diluted to a predetermined concentration, and supplied from the mixer 73 as water to be produced.

Further, the ionized inorganic substance used in the above-mentioned electrolyte solution cartridge 7 is added with raw water and ionizing inorganic substances according to a predetermined mixing ratio, and the ionizing inorganic substance used herein is sodium chloride, potassium chloride, or A monomer of hydrochloric acid or a mixture of the above.

Further, in the mixer 73, the raw water is desirably tap water, but it may of course be pure water, well water, soft hydration water or water treated with an exchange resin.

Fig. 21 is a system diagram showing the overall configuration of an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out a second preferred embodiment of the present invention.

In the above-described electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1, the mixer 73 is provided with a constant flow rate valve 130 that fixes a maximum flow rate of raw water supplied from the water supply plug to a constant flow rate; The flow rate sensor 132 on the downstream side of the constant flow valve 130; when the supply amount of the raw water having a constant flow rate by the constant flow valve 130 passes the set minimum flow rate, the flow rate sensor is used via the cable 140 The detection signal detected by the 132 is sent to the operation control device 155, and the supply of the electrolytic solution subjected to electrolytic decomposition in the electrolytic cell 51 is received from the discharge pipe 9, and has a function of mixing the raw water with the electrolytic solution.

Further, the mixer 73 is provided with a display means (LED display lamp) 131 for displaying an operation state, and receives a display drive signal from the operation control device 155 via the cable 140, and notifies the generation state of the electrolyte solution generation device 5 And the function of the presence or absence or concentration of the electrolyte solution to be applied to the electrolyte cylinder 7. Further, the cable 140 is known from FIG. 21, of course, a signal line 140a for transmitting a detection signal detected by the flow sensor 132, and a display driving for transmitting the display means (LED display lamp) 131. The signal line 140b of the signal may also be an individual circuit configuration.

In the electrolytic solution generating/diluting supply device 1 described above, the electrolytic solution generating device 5 is provided with an electrolytic cell 51, a DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis, an electrolyte replenishing means 153, and the above operation. Control device 155.

Here, the electrolytic cell 51 is disposed such that the electrodes composed of the anode and the cathode face each other, and the electrolyte solution in which the ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved is brought into contact with the groove between the electrodes.

The DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis is connected to the electrode in the electrolytic cell 51 by a wire, and the DC power is supplied from the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis to the electrode in the electrolytic cell 51 via the electric wire. An electrolytic solution is generated in the electrolytic cell 51.

The electrolyte-replenishing means 153 is a communication tube 154 that guides the electrolyte solution in which the ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved to the electrolytic cell 51; and the electrolyte solution that can flow a predetermined amount of the electrolyte to the introduction tube 154 a supply pump 156; a flow rate detecting sensor 157 for detecting a flow rate of the electrolyte flowing through the communication pipe 154; and detecting a current supplied between the electrodes in the electrolytic cell 51 and the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis The amount of current sensor 158;

The operation control device 155 controls the operation of the electrolysis DC power supply device 52 and the electrolyte supply pump 156 based on a detection signal from the current sensor 158 and a detection signal from the flow rate detecting sensor 157.

In other words, the operation control device 155 controls the operation of the electrolyte supply pump 156 by the electrolyte supply means 153 based on the detection signal from the flow rate sensor 132, and controls the supply/stop of the electrolyte solution. At the same time, it is also possible to control the current from the above-mentioned DC power supply unit 152 for electrolysis. The supply of voltage.

Further, the operation control device 155 determines whether or not the electrolyte to be supplied to the electrolytic cell 51 is a predetermined concentration or is supplied to the mixer 73 based on the amount of current detected by the current sensor 158. Whether or not the electrolyte solution is at a predetermined concentration, and controlling the supply/stop of the electrolyte supply pump 156 based on the determination result, the current from the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis can be controlled. The supply of voltage. In other words, when the raw water of a predetermined amount or more flows into the mixer 73, the operation control device 155 detects a signal from the flow rate sensor 132 (flow rate switch or the like) provided inside the mixer 73. The DC power supply unit 152 for electrolysis and the electrolyte supply pump 156 are controlled.

In the above drawings, the electrolyte supply pump 156 is controlled by the electrolytic DC power supply unit 152 and the electrolyte supply unit 153 and the operation control unit 155, but the supply of raw water to the mixer 73 is stopped. At this time, the electrolyte supply pump 156 switches from clockwise rotation to counterclockwise rotation to prevent the high-concentration electrolyte from dripping excess high-concentration electrolyte to the mixer 73 due to a siphon phenomenon or the like.

FIG. 22 is a view showing an appearance of an electrolytic solution generating apparatus in an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply apparatus according to a second preferred embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 22(a) is a left side view of the electrolytic solution generating apparatus. 22(b) is a front view of the electrolyte solution generator, and FIG. 22(c) is a right side view of the electrolyte generator.

In FIG. 22, in the electrolytic solution generator 5, the respective constituent elements are disposed inside the casing 50 having a rectangular parallelepiped shape. Further, as shown in FIG. 22(b), the front panel of the rectangular parallelepiped frame 50 is provided with a power switch for turning ON/OFF the operation control device 155 and the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis, and the operation panel 5c. It is a function of turning on/off the pump power supply device commercial power source 153 when the pump is supplied with the electrolyte alone, and displaying an error detected by each sensor. Further, a water inlet 5b is provided in the upper left side portion of the casing 50 as shown in Fig. 22(a). A water spout 5a is provided in a lower portion of the right side surface of the casing 50 as shown in Fig. 22(c).

Fig. 23 is an external view of a mixer for carrying out the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device according to a second preferred embodiment of the present invention, wherein Fig. 23(a) is a plan view of the mixer, and Fig. 23(b) is the above A side cross-sectional view of the mixer and Fig. 23(c) are front views of the above mixer.

In the above-described figures, the mixer 73 has a constant flow valve 130 that accommodates a maximum flow rate of raw water supplied from a water supply plug to a constant flow rate, and whether or not the detection is provided on the downstream side of the constant flow valve 130. The flow rate sensor 132 having the lowest flow rate of the raw water; the display lamp showing the operating state (generating state) of the electrolytic solution generating device 5; and the function of supplying the discharge pipe 9 of the high-concentration electrolytic solution electrolyzed in the electrolytic cell 51.

Further, the mixer 73 satisfactorily mixes the high-concentration electrolytic solution supplied from the outlet pipe 9 with the raw water supplied through the constant flow valve 130 and the flow rate sensor 132, so that high-concentration electrolysis can be prevented. A structure that is stored under the condition of a droplet.

Further, the electrolytic solution generating device in the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device according to the second preferred embodiment of the present invention is the same as the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device according to the first preferred embodiment. The electrolytic cell used is the same. Therefore, the description thereof is omitted.

Fig. 24 is a block diagram showing the configuration of the operation control device 155 in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the second best mode of the present invention.

The operation control device 155 is composed of an MPU 551 that can operate in accordance with a predetermined operation program and an accessory circuit of the MPU 551. Further, a detection signal from the flow rate detecting sensor 157, a detection signal from the current sensor 158, and a detection signal from the flow rate sensor 132 are input to the MPU 551.

The MPU 551 operates according to a predetermined operation program, and causes the alarm lamp L to light up/flash, or to sound a buzzer, or to control an electrolyte to be supplied to the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis and the DC power supply device for electrolysis. The operation of the pump power source 159 is supplied.

The electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 for carrying out the second best mode for carrying out the present invention is connected as shown in Figs. 20 and 21 .

As described above, the operation of the electrolyzed water generation/dilution supply device 1 connected as shown in Figs. 20 and 21 will be described with reference to Figs. 20 to 24 and with reference to Fig. 25 and subsequent figures.

Here, FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the operation of the operation control device 155 in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the second preferred embodiment of the present invention when water is passed.

First, when the power source of the electrolyte generating device 5 is turned on, the power source lamps of the electrolyte generating device 5 and the mixer 73 are turned on, and when the preparation is completed, when the tap water of the tap water is turned on and the raw water is supplied to the mixer 73, The flow rate of the raw water set by the constant flow valve 130 flows into the flow rate sensor 132. When the flow rate sensor 132 confirms that the flow rate of the raw water is equal to or higher than the set minimum flow rate, the switch is operated to detect the signal.

The detection signal detected by the flow rate sensor 132 is input to the MPU 551 of the operation control device 155 of the electrolytic solution generating device 5.

Thereby, the MPU 551 of the operation control device 155 of the electrolytic solution generating apparatus 5 starts the flowchart of FIG. 25 (S802).

Then, in the electrolyte solution generator 5, the electrolyte solution supply pump 156 operates (S803), and is supplied from the electrolyte solution cylinder 7 to the electrolyte solution supply pump 156 via the introduction pipe 11 and the communication pipe 154. The communication pipe 154 is provided with a flow rate detecting sensor 157 that detects a floating sensor that detects floating up and down, for example, when a predetermined amount of water flows through the electrolyte, and when it passes through the electrolyte, It is detected by the flow detecting sensor 157.

The detection signal detected by the flow rate detecting sensor 157 is input to the MPU 551 of the operation control device 155 of the electrolytic solution generating device 5.

The MPU 551 of the operation control device 155 of the electrolyte generating device 5 confirms the presence or absence of the electrolyte based on the detection signal from the flow rate detecting sensor 157. In the case of the flow rate (S804), when the electrolyte is present and the flow rate reaches the predetermined amount (S804; YES), the exhaust fan for the purpose of dissipating heat from the electrolytic DC power supply unit 152 is based on the detection signal from the flow rate detecting sensor 157. Actuation (S805), and then the electrolysis time is confirmed (S806). When the electrolysis time is confirmed (S806), the MPU 551 supplies a control signal for starting electrolysis to the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis (S807). The electrolyte to be supplied to the electrolytic cell 51 via the communication pipe 154 is electrolyzed in the electrolytic cell 51, and supplied to the mixer 73 as electrolyzed water via the outlet pipe 9.

Further, in the MPU 551, an electrolysis current is supplied from the electrolysis DC power supply device 152, and the current value is confirmed by the current sensor 158 (S808). Next, the MPU 551 lights up the generation lamp L (S809).

Fig. 26 is a flow chart showing the operation of the operation control device 155 in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the second preferred embodiment of the present invention at the time of stopping the water.

When the water supply plug of the tap water is turned off and the water supply to the mixer 73 is stopped, the raw water is stopped from being supplied to the mixer 73, and when the raw water does not flow into the flow sensor 132, the switch operates to detect the signal.

The detection signal detected by the flow rate sensor 132 is input to the MPU 551 of the operation control device 155 of the electrolytic solution generating device 5.

Thereby, the MPU 551 of the operation control device 155 of the electrolytic solution generating apparatus 5 starts executing the flowchart of FIG. 26 (S901).

Then, the MPU 551 gives an instruction to stop the supply of the DC power to the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis (S902). Then, the MPU 551 supplies a stop command to the electrolyte supply pump 156 (S903), stops supplying the electrolyte solution, turns off the generator lamp (S904), stops the exhaust fan (S905), and stops the supply of the electrolyte solution. The electrolyzed water of 5 ends the operation of the flowchart.

When the stop command is given to the electrolyte supply pump 156, when the electrolyte supply pump 156 is set to a tube pump, the rotation of the motor of the cylinder pump is reversed. In seconds, the high concentration electrolyte stored in the mixer or the outlet tube will be reversed to prevent dripping.

Thereafter, the flow chart of Fig. 25 in which the water supply from the water supply plug is started to the mixer 73 and the flow chart of Fig. 26 in which the water supply is stopped are processed by the MPU 551 of the operation control device 155 of the electrolytic solution generating device 5. .

Fig. 27 is a flow chart for explaining the operation caused by the detection signal of the flow rate detecting sensor 157.

The detection signal is input from the flow rate detecting sensor 157 in the MPU 551 described above. First, the MPU 551 confirms that the input detection signal is, for example, about 10 seconds (S8041, S8042). Here, the MPU 551 determines whether or not there is an electrolyte and whether or not the flow rate is set (S8043). When the MPU 551 has no electrolyte or does not have a set flow rate (S8043; NO), the error lamp is blinked (S8044), and although not shown, the buzzer is sounded. Next, the MPU 551 supplies a command to stop the supply of the DC power to the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis (S8045). Then, the MPU 551 supplies a stop command to the electrolyte solution supply pump 156 (S8046), stops supplying the electrolyte solution, stops the exhaust fan (S8047), and stops the supply of the electrolyte from the electrolyte solution device 5.

On the other hand, when the MPU 551 determines that there is an electrolyte solution and has a set flow rate (S8043; YES), the operation continues.

Fig. 28 is a flow chart for explaining the operation of S806 in the above-described flowchart of Fig. 25.

The MPU 551 confirms the energization time (S8061), and when the energization time is, for example, 120 hours (S8062; YES), the electrolysis DC power supply device 152 is stopped by stopping the energization of the power supply relay (S8063), and the FF relay is operated. The polarity of the connection between the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis and the electrodes 51p and 51m of the electrolytic cell 51 is switched (S8064), and the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis is again operated for 20 seconds by energizing the power supply relay (S8065, S8066).

Further, the MPU 551 stops the electrolysis DC power supply device 152 by stopping the energization of the power supply relay after the electrolysis DC power supply device 152 is operated for, for example, 20 seconds (S8067), and again by operating the FF relay. The polarity of the connection between the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis and the electrodes 51p and 51m of the electrolytic cell 51 is returned to the original state (S8068), and the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis is operated again by energizing the power supply relay (S8069). Then, it returns to the step of confirming the energization time (S8061). Thereby, the electrolytic substance is prevented from adhering to the electrodes 51p and 51m, resulting in a decrease in electrolysis ability.

Fig. 29 is a flow chart for explaining the operation of S808 in the above-described flowchart of Fig. 25.

In the above-described MPU 551, DC power is directly supplied from the above-described DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis to the electrodes 51p and 51m of the electrolytic cell 51, and a current sensor for detecting the DC current is provided. The MPU 551 is input with a current detection signal to confirm the electrolysis current. First, the MPU 551 confirms the input current value for, for example, about 5 seconds (S8081, S8082). When the MPU 551 determines that the current value is not equal to or greater than 8 [A] (S8083; NO), it is determined that the electrolytic cell 51 is not sufficiently electrolyzed to cause the error lamp to blink (S8084), although not shown. But it will make the buzzer sound. Next, the MPU 551 supplies a command to stop the supply of the DC power to the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis (S8084a). Then, the MPU 551 supplies a stop command to the electrolyte supply pump 156 (S8084b), stops supplying the electrolyte solution, and stops the exhaust fan (S8084c), and stops supplying the electrolyzed water from the electrolyte solution device 5. The error light will continue to flash.

On the other hand, when the MPU 551 determines that the current value is, for example, 8 [A] or more (S8083; YES), it is determined that electrolysis is accurately performed in the electrolytic cell 51, and the generator lamp is kept lit (S8085).

Thereafter, the MPU 551 continues to confirm the electrolysis current (S8086). Next, the MPU 551 confirms that the input current value is, for example, about 10 seconds (S8087), and when it is determined that the current value is not, for example, 10 [A] or more (S8088; NO), the electrolyte concentration in the electrolytic cell 51 is determined. For reasons such as thinness, it is judged that the electrolysis is not sufficiently performed and the error lamp is blinking (S8084), and although not shown, the buzzer is sounded. Next, the MPU 551 supplies a command to stop the supply of the DC power to the DC power supply device 152 for electrolysis (S8084a). Then, the MPU 551 supplies a stop command to the electrolyte supply pump 156 (S8084b), stops supplying the electrolyte solution, and stops the exhaust fan (S8084c), and stops supplying the electrolyzed water from the electrolyte solution device 5. The error command continues to flash.

On the other hand, when the MPU 551 determines that the current value is, for example, 10 [A] or more (S8088; YES), it is determined that electrolysis is accurately performed in the electrolytic cell 51, and the generator lamp is kept lit (S8085).

The MPU 551 of the operation control device 155 of the electrolytic solution generating device 5 operates as described above.

The electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 for carrying out the second preferred embodiment of the present invention operates as described above to supply a necessary electrolyte solution. That is, the raw water is supplied from the water supply plug to the mixer 73 that has been fixed to the water supply plug, and in the electrolytic solution generating apparatus 5, electrolysis is performed from the electrolytic solution in which the ionizable inorganic substance has been dissolved to generate a high-concentration electrolyte. The high-concentration electrolytic solution obtained by the electrolytic solution generating device 5 is supplied to the mixer 73 via the lead-out pipe such as a manifold provided in the electrolyte solution generating device 5, and the raw water is supplied to the raw water. Dilute to a given concentration by mixing with a high concentration electrolyte.

Further, the electrolytic solution stored in the inside of the electrolyte solution cylinder 7 is one in which the ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved in a predetermined amount of water. The ionizable inorganic substance is a monomer of sodium chloride, potassium chloride or hydrochloric acid, or a mixture of the above. It is also possible to replace the above-mentioned ionizing inorganic substance and to dissolve the ionized organic substance, such as calcium lactate.

Moreover, although the raw water supplied from the water supply plug of the tap water is tap water, it is not limited to this, and may be pure water, well water, soft hydration water, or water treated with an exchange resin.

Further, in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 for carrying out the second best mode of the present invention, the electrolytic cell 51 is inside the container 51a made of a chemically stable substance such as plastic. The space 51b is formed, and the two electrodes 51p and 51m serving as the anode and the cathode are disposed to face each other at a predetermined interval d in the space 51b. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the electrolytic cell 51 may be used. For example, three or more electrodes are disposed opposite to each other at a predetermined interval in the space of the container, and from one of the electrodes toward the other side, for example, the first electrode is positive, and the next electrode is The negative, further electrodes are in a positive manner, applying a DC voltage alternately, such that the electrolyte that has dissolved the ionized inorganic material can contact the plurality of electrodes. Further, the polarity of the DC voltage applied to the three or more electrodes may of course be reversed from the above.

In the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 for carrying out the second preferred embodiment of the present invention, the mixer 73 has a storable state in which the maximum flow rate of the raw water supplied from the water supply plug is fixed to a constant flow rate. a constant flow rate valve 130; a flow rate sensor 132 that is provided on the downstream side of the constant flow rate valve 130 to detect whether or not the raw water is supplied with the lowest flow rate; a display lamp that indicates the state of formation of the electrolytic solution generating device 5; and the supply of the electrolysis The function of the outlet tube 9 of the high-concentration electrolyte electrolyzed in the tank 51. The constant flow valve 130 sets the maximum flow rate of the raw water supplied from the water supply plug to, for example, 5 liters/minute, and flows to the mixer by setting the actuation of the flow rate sensor 132 to, for example, 4 liters/minute. The flow rate of the raw water of 73 is fixed to some extent, and is mixed with the high-concentration electrolyte supplied from the above-mentioned outlet pipe 9, and is diluted to a constant concentration.

Further, the constant flow rate valve 130 sets the maximum flow rate of the raw water supplied from the water supply plug to, for example, 10 liters/minute, and the operation setting of the flow rate sensor 132 can be set to, for example, 8 liters/minute. Therefore, by attaching the mixer 73 to the plurality of water supply plugs and connecting the outlet tube to the selected mixer 73, the desired diluted electrolyte solution can be obtained.

As described above, the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 according to the second best mode for carrying out the present invention has the above-described structure and operates as described above, and therefore has the following effects.

(1) It is possible to reduce the number of parts and to reduce the size and space, and therefore has the advantage that it can be installed in a narrow place and can be provided inexpensively, and is suitable for use in a general household or a small-scale kitchen.

(2) Since the device is downsized, it is not necessary to install the project, and it can be easily installed. There are few restrictions on the installation location and the like, and it is not necessary to set the construction period required for the project, and of course, there is an advantage that the construction cost is not required.

(3) Only by fixing the mixer to the water supply plug of the common tap water, and connecting the outlet pipe of the manifold or the like to the device and the mixer, since it is not necessary to supply the raw water to the device, there is no need to reset the water supply plug. advantage.

(4) Since there is no extra valve in the device, it is not only simple to control, but also has an advantage of almost no failure.

[Example 1]

Next, the test data of the electrolytic solution obtained by changing the electrolytic solution or other conditions of a predetermined value with the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 for carrying out the best mode of the present invention will be described. 5.

(1) First, the salt is placed in pure water to prepare an electrolyte solution having a concentration of 10% (hereinafter, in Examples 1 to 3, "the concentration of the electrolyte to be used is XX (%) or the like. In the case of EC100 [ms/m], the setting conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 1.

Further, in Table 1 below, EC [ms/m] represents electrical conductivity, pH represents hydrogen ion concentration, ORP [mV] represents oxidation-reduction potential, and OCL [ppm] represents available chlorine concentration (the same applies hereinafter).

In the table 1, 1000 [ml] is set to 0 [minutes] and measurement is started. After 10 [minutes] to 800 [ml], 21 [minutes] to 600 [ml] 400 [ml] is passed through 33 [minutes], and when it reaches 200 [m1], it passes through 48 [minutes], and when it reaches 50 [ml], it passes through 60 [minutes]. It also shows changes in voltage and current or other data (EC, pH, ORP, OCL) under these conditions. At this time, it is set to operate for 64 minutes.

In addition, the transition of the amount of chlorine with respect to the residual amount of the electrolytic solution at this time is shown in FIG. In Fig. 13, as the amount of the electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered, the amount of chlorine is changed to 48.0 [ppm] to 30.0 [ppm].

(2) When the concentration of the electrolyte solution is 10 [%] and EC150 [ms/m], the setting conditions and the obtained conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 are shown in Table 2.

In the table 2, 1000 [ml] is set to 0 [minutes], and the measurement is started. When it reaches 800 [ml], it passes through 6 [minutes], and when it reaches 600 [ml], it passes through 13 [minutes], and becomes 40 [minutes] after passing through 400 [ml], 28 [minutes] until 200 [ml], and 34 [minutes] until 50 [ml]. It also shows changes in voltage and current or other data (EC, pH, ORP, OCL) under these conditions. At this time, it is set to operate for 36 minutes.

In addition, the transition of the amount of chlorine with respect to the residual amount of the electrolytic solution at this time is shown in FIG. In Fig. 14, even if the amount of the electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered, it is understood that the amount of chlorine is gently changed between 60.0 [ppm] and 50.0 [ppm].

[Example 2]

Next, another example of the test data of the electrolytic solution or the like obtained by changing the electrolytic solution or other conditions of the predetermined value by the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 will be described.

(1) First, when the concentration of the electrolyte solution is 15 [%] and EC100 [ms/m], the setting conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 3. .

In Table 3, 1000 [ml] is set to 0 [minutes], and measurement is started. When it reaches 800 [ml], it passes through 17 [minutes], and when it reaches 600 [ml], it passes through 40 [minutes], and becomes After 400 [ml], it passes through 64 [minutes], and when it reaches 200 [ml], it passes through 91 [minutes]. It also shows changes in voltage and current or other data (EC, pH, ORP, OCL) under these conditions. At this time, it is set to operate for 93 minutes.

In addition, the transition of the amount of chlorine with respect to the residual amount of the electrolytic solution at this time is shown in FIG. In Fig. 15, as the amount of the electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered, it is understood that the amount of chlorine changes linearly to 40.0 [ppm] to 20.0 [ppm].

(2) When the concentration of the electrolyte solution is 15 [%] and the temperature is EC150 [ms/m], the setting conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 4.

In Table 4, when 1000 [ml] is set to 0 [minutes], the measurement is started, and when it reaches 800 [ml], it passes through 11 [minutes], and when it reaches 600 [ml], it passes through 22 [minutes], and becomes 400 [ml] is passed through 33 [minutes], and when it reaches 200 [ml], it passes through 45 [minutes], and when it reaches 50 [ml], it passes through 55 [minutes]. It also shows changes in voltage and current or other data (EC, pH, ORP, OCL) under these conditions. At this time, it is set to operate for 58 minutes.

Moreover, the transition of the amount of chlorine with respect to the residual amount of the electrolytic solution at this time is shown in FIG. In Fig. 16, even if the amount of the electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered, it is understood that the amount of chlorine is gently changed between 55.0 [ppm] and 46.0 [ppm].

Next, another example of the test data of the electrolytic solution or the like obtained by changing the electrolytic solution or other conditions of the predetermined value by the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 will be described.

(3) When the concentration of the electrolyte solution is 15 [%] and the concentration is EC200 [ms/m], the setting conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 5.

In Table 5, 1000 [ml] is set to 0 [minutes], and measurement is started. When it reaches 800 [ml], it passes through 7 [minutes], and when it reaches 600 [ml], it passes through 14 [minutes]. 400 [ml] is passed through 22 [minutes], and when it reaches 200 [ml], it passes through 30 [minutes], and when it reaches 50 [ml], it passes through 37 [minutes]. It also shows changes in voltage and current or other data (EC, pH, ORP, OCL) under these conditions. At this time, it is set to operate for 38 minutes.

In addition, the transition of the amount of chlorine with respect to the residual amount of the electrolytic solution at this time is shown in FIG. In Fig. 17, even if the amount of the electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered, it is understood that the amount of chlorine is gently changed between 55.0 [ppm] and 50.0 [ppm].

[Example 3]

Next, another example of the test data of the electrolytic solution or the like obtained by changing the electrolytic solution or other conditions of the predetermined value by the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 will be described.

(1) First, when the concentration of the electrolyte solution is 20 [%] and EC150 [ms/m], the setting conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 6. .

In the above-mentioned table 6, 1000 [ml] is set to 0 [minutes], and measurement is started. When it reaches 900 [ml], it passes through 10 [minutes], and when it reaches 800 [ml], it passes through 17 [minutes], and becomes 600 [ml], after 30 [minutes], until 400 [ml], 45 [minutes], until 200 [ml], 62 [minutes], until 100 [ml], 70 [minutes], It is 77 [minutes] until it becomes 50 [ml]. It also shows changes in voltage and current or other data (EC, pH, ORP, OCL) under these conditions. At this time, it is set to operate for 78 minutes.

In addition, the transition of the amount of chlorine with respect to the residual amount of the electrolytic solution at this time is shown in FIG. In Fig. 18, as the amount of the electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered, it is understood that the chlorine content is stably changed between 50.0 [ppm] and 40.0 [ppm].

(2) When the concentration of the electrolyte solution is 20 [%] and the temperature is EC200 [ms/m], the setting conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 7.

In Table 7, 1000 [ml] is set to 0 [minutes] and measurement is started. When it reaches 800 [ml], it passes through 9 [minutes], and when it reaches 600 [ml], it passes through 19 points, and becomes 400 [ml] is passed through 31 [minutes], and when it reaches 200 [ml], it passes through 43 [minutes], and when it reaches 50 [ml], it passes through 55 [minutes]. It also shows changes in voltage and current or other data (EC, pH, ORP, OCL) under these conditions. At this time, it is set to operate for 58 minutes.

In addition, the transition of the amount of chlorine with respect to the residual amount of the electrolytic solution at this time is shown in FIG. In Fig. 19, even if the amount of the electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered, it is understood that the amount of chlorine is stably changed between 50.0 [ppm] and 38.0 [ppm].

[Example 4]

In the above-described first to third embodiments, the description was made of the salt water as the additive liquid. However, in the fourth embodiment, the characteristics of the additive liquid other than the brine are described.

First, the characteristics when hydrochloric acid is used as the additive liquid will be described. On July 13, 2004, the raw water characteristics were as follows. That is, the EC was 184.1 [μ S/cm], the pH was 6.47, the ORP was 695 [mV], and the water temperature was 17.7 [°C].

(1) When the electrolyte solution is used as a pH 1.00 (0.99) hydrochloric acid solution and is set to 4.9 [liter/min], the set conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the obtained conditions are obtained. The results are shown in Table 8.

In Table 8, 1000 [ml] is set to 0 [minutes] and measurement is started, and after going to 800 [ml], 6 [minutes] 15 [seconds], and after reaching 600 [ml], 13 passes. 00 [seconds], after going to 400 [ml], after 20 [minutes] 45 [seconds], until 200 [ml], after 28 [minutes] 45 [seconds], until 50 [ml], after 35 [ Minutes] 30 [seconds]. It also shows changes in voltage and current at each elapsed time or other data (EC, pH, ORP, OCL). At this time, it was about 37 [min] at 1000 [ml].

Further, when the pH 1.00 hydrochloric acid solution was lowered to pH 0.50, the OCL was raised to about 20 [ppm]. The OCL can be raised by raising the voltage [V] in Table 8.

(2) The raw water is used in the same manner as described above, and when the hydrochloric acid is added to a salt concentration of 10 [%] and adjusted to a pH of 3.00 to be an electrolyte solution, and the temperature is set to 4.82 [liter/min], the electrolyzed water is produced. The setting conditions of the dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 9.

In Table 9, 1000 [ml] is set to 0 [minutes] and measurement is started. When it reaches 800 [ml], it passes through 9 [minutes] 30 [seconds], and becomes 600 [ml] until 18 [minutes]. 〕00 [seconds], when it reaches 400 [ml], it passes through 27 [minutes] 15 [seconds], until it becomes 200 [ml], it passes 36 [minutes] 30 [seconds], and when it becomes 50 [ml], it passes through 43 [ Minutes] 30 [seconds]. It also shows changes in voltage and current at each elapsed time or other data (EC, pH, ORP, OCL). At this time, it was about 45 [minutes] 30 [seconds] at 1000 [ml].

[Example 5]

Further, the characteristics when potassium chloride is used as the additive liquid will be described. On July 14, 2004, the raw water characteristics were as follows. That is, the EC was 184.3 [μS/cm], the pH was 6.47, the ORP was 690 [mV], and the water temperature was 15.9 [°C].

When the raw water is used as the electrolyte solution of potassium chloride 10 [%] and is 4.9 [liter/min], the setting conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in the table. 10.

In the table 10, 1000 [ml] is set to 0 [minutes] and measurement is started, and after going to 800 [ml], 6 [minutes] 45 [seconds], and after reaching 600 [ml], 13 passes. 〕30 [seconds], after going to 400 [ml], after 21 [minutes] 15 [seconds], until 200 [ml], after 27 [minutes] 00 [seconds], until 50 [ml], after 32 [ Minutes] 30 [seconds]. It also shows changes in voltage and current at each elapsed time or other data (EC, pH, ORP, OCL). At this time, it was about 33 [minutes] 45 [seconds] at 1000 [ml].

According to the results of the experiments of the first embodiment to the fifth embodiment, the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 according to the first preferred embodiment is configured as follows.

The design basis is that the concentration of the electrolyte solution is 15 [%], and the EC for producing water is 150 [ms/m]. Further, the amount of the electrolyte to be injected at this time was set to 15 [ml/min].

Further, although the experiment was carried out using the above-described water flow pump 3, even the pump other than the same exhibited the same characteristics.

[Example 6]

Next, the test data of the electrolytic solution or the like obtained by changing the electrolytic solution or other conditions of the predetermined value in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 according to the second preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described. 6~10.

(1) First, the tap water is turned on to supply the tap water to the mixer 73, and the tap water and the refined salt are placed in the electrolyte cylinder to prepare an electrolyte solution having a salt concentration of 5 to 15% by weight (hereinafter, in Examples 6 to 10). In the electrolysis apparatus 5, the electrolyzed water is supplied to and mixed with the tap water, and the electrolyzed water is supplied to the mixer 73 simultaneously with the tap water. The setting conditions of the production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 11. In Table 11 below, EC [ms/m] represents electrical conductivity, pH represents hydrogen ion concentration, and OCL [ppm] represents available chlorine concentration (the same applies hereinafter).

In the electrolytic cell 51 used in the sixth to tenth embodiments, the space 51b is formed inside the container 51a made of plastic, and the electrodes 51p and 51m serving as the anode and the cathode are used in the space 51b. The titanium and the cathode were coated with platinum and rhodium and the area was 30 cm ² , and the anode and the cathode were arranged to face each other at intervals of 3 mm.

Further, the DC power supply device 52 for electrolysis is electrolyzed by a predetermined current method using 75 [W], voltage 5 [V], and current 15 [A]. The cylinder pump was used as the electrolyte supply pump 156, and the set flow rate was set to 30 [cc/min].

In the table 11, it is shown how the diluted electrolytic solution is obtained when the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device 1 is actuated according to the concentration of the electrolytic solution. When the concentration of the electrolytic solution was 8% to 10%, it was found that an effective chlorine having a higher EC value after electrolysis was obtained. This system indicates the ionization state of salt. When the EC value is low and the effective chlorine concentration is high, the amount of salt remaining in the diluted electrolyte is small, and when the EC value is high and the effective chlorine concentration is low, it remains in the form of salt. The amount of the diluted electrolyte is large.

(2) The concentration of the electrolyte solution was set to 10 [%], and the set conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the obtained conditions are shown in Table 12.

In Table 12, changes in the available chlorine content, current, voltage, or other data are observed as the amount of electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered. A 5 liter container was used for the electrolyte cylinder 7, and about 5 liters of the electrolyte was placed, and the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 was operated. It is understood that even if the residual amount of the electrolytic solution is lowered, the effective chlorine content hardly changes, and it can be stabilized at 53 [ppm] to 57 [ppm]. Further, even after the temporary stop, the effective chlorine concentration hardly changes, and it is understood that the diluted electrolytic solution having a certain effective chlorine concentration can be obtained even if the water supply plug is frequently opened and closed.

[Example 7]

In the above-described Example 6, the salt water was used as the electrolyte solution, but in the seventh embodiment, the characteristics of the electrolyte solution other than the salt water will be described. The raw water characteristics are as follows. That is, the EC was 186.3 [μ s/cm], the pH was 6.54, the ORP was 700 [mV], and the water temperature was 17.1 [°C].

(1) When the raw water is used, the electrolyte solution is a hydrochloric acid solution having a pH of 1.00, and the flow rate of the raw water is 4.9 [liter/min], the setting conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are expressed. In Table 13.

In the same manner as in the table 12 of the sixth embodiment, the table 13 shows the change in the available chlorine content, the current, the voltage, or other data as the amount of the electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte tube 7 is lowered. A 5 liter container was used for the electrolyte cylinder 7, and about 5 liters of the electrolyte was placed, and the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 was operated. It is understood that even if the residual amount of the electrolytic solution is lowered, the effective chlorine content hardly changes, and it can be stabilized between 8 [ppm] and 9 [ppm].

Further, when the hydrochloric acid solution of pH 1.00 was lowered to pH 0.5, the OCL was raised to 20 [ppm].

[Example 8]

(2) In the same manner as described above, when the raw water is used, hydrochloric acid is added to have a salt concentration of 10 [%] and adjusted to pH 3.0 as the electrolyte solution, and the raw water flow rate is 4.85 [liter/min], the electrolyzed water is generated/ The setting conditions of the dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 14.

In the same manner as in Table 12 of the sixth embodiment, the table 14 shows changes in the available chlorine content, current, voltage, or other data as the amount of the electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered. A 5 liter container was used for the electrolyte cylinder 7, and about 5 liters of the electrolyte was placed, and the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 was operated. It is understood that even if the residual amount of the electrolytic solution is lowered, the effective chlorine content hardly changes, and it can be stabilized at 48 [ppm] to 51 [ppm].

[Example 9]

Moreover, the characteristics when the electrolyte solution is potassium chloride will be described. The raw water characteristics were the same as in the above-described Example 7. When the electrolyte solution was potassium chloride 10 [%] and 4.9 [liter/min], the setting conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 15.

In the same manner as in Table 12 of the sixth embodiment, the table 15 shows a change in the available chlorine content, current, voltage, or other data as the amount of the electrolyte remaining in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered. A 5 liter container was used for the electrolyte cylinder 7, and about 5 liters of the electrolyte was placed, and the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 was operated. It is understood that even if the residual amount of the electrolytic solution is lowered, the effective chlorine content hardly changes, and it can be stabilized at 60 [ppm] to 63 [ppm].

[Example 10]

In addition, when the constant flow rate valve 130 of the mixer 73 is set to 7 [liter/min], the flow rate sensor (float type switch) 132 is changed, and the purified salt is used as the salt concentration 10 [%] by the electrolytic solution. In the case of the electrolyte solution and the raw water flow rate of 6.9 [liter/min], the setting conditions of the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 and the results obtained are shown in Table 16.

In the same manner as in the table 12 of the sixth embodiment, the change in the available chlorine content, the current, the voltage, or other data is observed as the residual amount of the electrolyte solution in the electrolyte cylinder 7 is lowered. A 5 liter container was used for the electrolyte cylinder 7, and about 5 liters of the electrolyte was placed, and the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 was operated. It is understood that even if the residual amount of the electrolytic solution is lowered, the effective chlorine content hardly changes, and it can be stabilized at 40 [ppm] to 43 [ppm].

This means that the setting of the constant flow valve of the mixer 73 is changed, and even if the flow rate of the raw water is changed, a certain concentration of the diluted electrolyte can be obtained, and if necessary, in order to obtain the diluted electrolyte of the necessary concentration, it is possible to prepare a plurality of The mixer 73 connects a discharge pipe such as a manifold to the above-described electrolyte generating device 5.

In addition, in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device 1 for carrying out the second best mode of the present invention, the DC power supply device 52 for electrolysis, the electrolytic cell 51, and the electrolyte supply pump are required to obtain the desired The electrolyte concentration can be changed, for example, by changing the voltage of the DC power supply device for electrolysis to 12 V, or changing the electrode area in the electrolytic cell 51, and using the liquid supply amount that can be adjusted by the electrolyte supply pump.

1. . . Electrolyzed water generation/dilution supply device

3. . . Water pump

5. . . Electrolyte generating device

7. . . Electrolyte tube

9. . . Export tube

11. . . Inlet tube

30. . . Jet pump

31. . . Negative pressure generating mechanism

32. . . Constant flow valve

33. . . Water supply side check valve

34. . . Spit side check valve

35. . . Open and close valve

51. . . Electrolytic cell

52. . . DC power supply unit for electrolysis

53. . . Connecting pipe

54. . . Flow detection sensor

55. . . Operation control device

56. . . Manual flow control valve

57. . . Flow meter

58. . . Electrolyte with or without detection sensor

59. . . Check valve

60. . . Electrolyte with or without detection sensor

73. . . mixer

130. . . Constant flow valve

131. . . Display means (display light)

132. . . Flow sensor

152. . . DC power supply unit for electrolysis

153. . . Replenished by electrolyte

154. . . Connecting pipe

155. . . Operation control device

156. . . Electrolyte supply pump

157. . . Flow detection sensor

158. . . Current sensor

159. . . Pump drive power supply unit

Fig. 1 is a schematic block diagram showing the overall configuration of an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the best mode for carrying out the invention.

Fig. 2 is a system diagram showing the overall configuration of an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the best mode for carrying out the invention.

3(a) to 3(c) are views showing the appearance of an electrolytic solution generating apparatus in an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply apparatus for carrying out the best mode for carrying out the present invention.

Fig. 4 is a cross-sectional view showing the structure of an electrolytic cell used in the electrolytic solution generating apparatus of the electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply apparatus for carrying out the best mode of the present invention.

5(a) to 5(c) are views showing the appearance of a water flow pump in an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the best mode for carrying out the present invention.

Fig. 6 (a) and (b) are cross-sectional views taken along line A-A' of Fig. 5 (b) in the above water flow pump.

Fig. 7 is a block diagram showing the configuration of an operation control device in an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the best mode for carrying out the invention.

Fig. 8 is a flow chart showing the operation of the operation control device in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the best mode of the present invention at the time of water flow.

Fig. 9 is a flow chart showing the operation of the operation control device in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the best mode of the present invention at the time of stopping the water.

Fig. 10 is a flow chart for explaining the operation of S803 in the above-described flowchart of Fig. 8.

Fig. 11 is a flow chart for explaining the operation of S805 in the above-described flowchart of Fig. 8.

Fig. 12 is a flow chart for explaining the action of detecting the signal by the presence or absence of the detection sensor 58 by the above electrolyte.

FIG. 13 is a graph showing experimental results of the transition of the amount of chlorine in the amount of the remaining electrolyte solution in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device in the first embodiment.

FIG. 14 is a graph showing experimental results of the transition of the amount of chlorine in the amount of the remaining electrolyte solution in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device in the first embodiment.

FIG. 15 is a graph showing experimental results of the transition of the amount of chlorine in the amount of the remaining electrolyte solution in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device in the second embodiment.

Fig. 16 is a graph showing another experimental result of the transition of the amount of chlorine in the electrolytic solution water generation/dilution supply device in the second embodiment.

FIG. 17 is a view showing another experimental result of the transition of the amount of chlorine in the amount of the remaining electrolyte solution in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device in the second embodiment.

FIG. 18 is a graph showing experimental results of the transition of the amount of chlorine in the electrolytic solution formation/dilution supply device in the third embodiment.

FIG. 19 is a view showing another experimental result of the transition of the amount of chlorine in the electrolytic solution formation/dilution supply device in the third embodiment.

FIG. 20 is a schematic configuration diagram showing an overall configuration of an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the second best mode of the present invention.

Fig. 21 is a system diagram showing the overall configuration of an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out a second preferred embodiment of the present invention.

(a) to (c) of FIG. 22 are views showing the appearance of an electrolytic solution generating apparatus in an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply apparatus according to a second preferred embodiment of the present invention.

Fig. 23 (a) is a top view of a mixer in an electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device for carrying out a second preferred embodiment of the present invention, and Fig. 23 (b) is a side cross-sectional view of the same mixer. 23(c) is the front view of the same mixer. Fig. 24 is a block diagram showing the configuration of an operation control device in an electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out a second preferred embodiment of the present invention.

Fig. 25 is a flow chart showing the operation of the operation control device in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the second best mode of the present invention at the time of water flow.

Fig. 26 is a flow chart showing the operation of the operation control device in the electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device for carrying out the second preferred embodiment of the present invention at the time of stopping the water.

Fig. 27 is a flow chart for explaining the operation of S804 in the above-described flowchart of Fig. 25.

Fig. 28 is a flow chart for explaining the operation of S806 in the above-described flowchart of Fig. 25.

Fig. 29 is a flow chart for explaining the operation of S808 in the above-described flowchart of Fig. 25.

1. . . Electrolyzed water generation/dilution supply device

3. . . Water pump

5. . . Electrolyte generating device

5a. . . Spout

5b. . . water inlet

5c. . . switch

7. . . Electrolyte tube

9. . . Export tube

11. . . Inlet tube

Claims (5)

An electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device comprising: a water flow pump, an electrolyte generating device, and a discharge pipe; wherein the water flow pump and the electrolyte generating device are separately configured; and the water flow pump is capable of being opposite to a water supply plug of a water channel The direct injection/removal and the integration of the following: the jet pump has a negative pressure generating mechanism that generates a negative pressure when the raw water is supplied from the water supply plug, and sucks the other fluid and mixes with the raw water; The flow valve is provided on the upstream side of the jet pump, and fixes a maximum flow rate of the water flow supplied from the water supply plug to a constant flow rate; and a check valve on the discharge side is provided on the downstream side of the jet pump to stop the raw water The water supply can be prevented from being generated by the siphon phenomenon occurring on the side of the negative pressure generating mechanism portion, and the electrolyte solution generating device can supply the electrolytic solution as the other fluid to the water flow pump; the discharge pipe is connected to the electrolyte generating device. a discharge port and a negative pressure generating mechanism portion of the jet pump of the water flow pump, when the negative pressure is generated by the water flow pump, The liquid-dissolving device causes the electrolytic solution to be sucked into the water flow pump; the electrolytic solution generating device includes an electrolytic cell having an anode and a cathode, so that the electrolyte solution in which the ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved can be in contact with the electrode; The DC power supply device supplies DC power to the electrodes in the electrolytic cell, and generates electrolyzed water in the electrolytic cell; and the electrolyte replenishing means has a communication tube that can dissolve the electricity. The ionic inorganic substance is supplied to the electrolytic cell by the electrolytic solution, and is provided with a manual flow rate adjusting pump capable of adjusting the amount of electrolyte suction of the jet pump to the jet pump, and when the flow rate is adjusted by the manual flow regulating valve described above. a flow meter capable of visually measuring a flow rate, which is connected to an electrolyte cylinder for storing an electrolyte solution in which an ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved, and the electrolytic cell, wherein the electrolyte solution in the electrolyte cylinder can be guided to the electrolytic cell And a flow detecting sensor, which is disposed in the communication pipe, detects the flow rate of the electrolyte, and outputs an electric signal for detecting a flow rate corresponding to the flow rate; and the operation control device is based on the flow rate detection from the electrolyte replenishing means The detection signal of the sensor forms an electrolysis control signal for controlling supply/stop of the DC power to control supply of DC power from the DC power supply device for electrolysis. The electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device according to the first aspect of the invention, wherein the communication pipe is provided with a high-concentration electrolytic solution in the electrolytic cell that does not flow back from the electrolytic cell to the electrolyte-carrying cylinder valve. An electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device comprising a mixer, an electrolyte generating device, a communication means, and a signal line, wherein the mixer is configured separately from the electrolyte generating device; and the mixer is opposite to a water channel The water hydrant can be directly loaded and unloaded, and a flow rate sensor for detecting whether or not the raw water is supplied from the water supply plug, and a constant flow valve for fixing the maximum flow rate of the water flow supplied from the water supply plug to a constant flow rate are provided, and the raw water can be used. Mixing with other fluids; when the above-mentioned raw water passes through the flow sensor, the above-mentioned electrolyte is used as the above-mentioned other fluid according to the detection signal The electrolyte solution is supplied to the mixer; the communication means is connected between the electrolyte generating device and the mixer, and the electrolyte supplied from the electrolyte generating device is guided to the mixer; the signal line is mixed by the mixing The detection signal detected by the flow sensor of the device is transmitted to the electrolyte generating device; the electrolyte generating device includes an electrolytic cell having an anode and a cathode, so that the electrolyte dissolved in the ionizable inorganic substance can be contacted. The electrolysis DC power supply device supplies DC power between the two electrodes in the electrolytic cell, and generates electrolyzed water in the electrolytic cell; and the electrolyte replenishing means has a communication pipe. An electrolyte solution in which an ionizable inorganic substance is dissolved may be supplied to the electrolytic cell; an electrolyte supply pump provided in the communication pipe; a flow rate detecting sensor provided in the communication pipe, and detected in the communication pipe a flow rate of the electrolyte; and a current sensor, wherein the detection is supplied to the electrolytic cell by the DC power supply device for electrolysis The amount of direct current between the electrodes; the operation control device controls the supply/stop of the electrolyte supply pump based on the detection signal from the flow rate sensor to the electrolyte supply pump that is used for the electrolyte supply means. And controlling the supply of the current ‧ voltage from the DC power supply device for electrolysis, and performing operation control related to electrolysis based on the detection signal from the flow rate detecting sensor, and further matching the detection by the current sensor The electric current is used to determine whether the electrolyte to be supplied to the electrolytic cell is a predetermined concentration and is supplied to Whether or not the electrolyte of the mixer is a predetermined concentration, the supply/stop of the electrolyte supply pump is controlled based on the determination result, and the supply of current and voltage from the DC power supply device for electrolysis is controlled. The electrolyzed water generating/diluting supply device according to claim 3, wherein the mixer is provided with a single or a plurality of display means, and the singular or majority display means is based on a display driving signal from the operation control means. It lights up to show the operating status. The electrolyzed water production/dilution supply device according to claim 3, wherein the electrolyte supply pump is a tube pump.