TWI612258B - Water heater apparatus and water heating method thereof - Google Patents

Abstract

The utility model relates to a non-return water circulation machine, which comprises a water heater main engine, a pressure pump, a cold water pipeline, a hot water pipeline, a water outlet device, a water supply pipeline, a temperature controller, a temperature sensor and a water flow power generation module. The thermostat is electrically connected to the water heater main unit, and the thermostat is electrically connected to the first wireless transmission module. The temperature sensor is installed on the hot water pipeline, the temperature sensor is electrically connected to a second wireless transmission module, and the first wireless transmission module and the second wireless transmission module transmit signals by wireless transmission. Transfer the temperature data to the thermostat. The water flow power generation module is assembled on the water supply pipeline, and the water flow power generation module is electrically connected to the temperature sensor and the second wireless transmission module by the wire, and the water flow power generation module can supply the temperature sensor and the second wireless transmission module. The power required. Therefore, it is used to solve the problem that the dry battery needs to be replaced, and the AC power source has no socket and wiring.

Description

No return pipe circulating machine and preheating method thereof

The invention provides a non-return pipe circulating machine and a preheating method thereof, in particular to a non-return pipe circulating machine applied to a gas water heater and a preheating method thereof.

With the advancement of the times, water heaters have become an indispensable device for the current home life. The energy classification of water heaters can be divided into three types: gas water heaters, electric water heaters and solar water heaters. Among them, gas water heaters are most commonly used. Conventional gas water heaters usually include a burner and a heat exchanger, and the burner can be used to heat the heat exchanger so that cold water can enter the heat exchanger for heat exchange and then discharge the hot water.

However, when the water heater wants to use hot water, it takes a period of heating time to turn on the faucet before it starts to generate hot water, which not only wastes water resources, but also causes inconvenience to users. Especially in recent years, affected by environmental changes, the distribution of the rainy season is becoming more and more uneven, which leads to uneven water storage in the reservoir. Therefore, water shortage often occurs in the non-rainy season. If a large amount of water is wasted, the environment will also be expanded. Destruction, and wasting water, will also increase water bills, so saving water has become the mainstream in recent years.

The applicant has proposed a "water-saving circulation heating device" (certificate number: M433 543), which is mainly to set up a water return pipe in the water heater, which can heat the cold water in the pipeline through the pumping device to make the pipeline The cold water turns into hot water, and the tap opens immediately with hot water, no longer cold water, to reduce the waste of water resources, and also allows the user to immediately There is hot water available. However, the above-mentioned "water-saving circulation heating equipment" must be provided with a return water pipe to achieve the effect of water saving and immediate hot water use.

At present, there is another water heater with preheating function. Pressing the preheat button on the remote control can make the pressurized pump pressurize the cold water, let the cold water enter the water heater for preheating combustion, and the user turns on the hot water tap, then there is already The hot water heating is completed, so that the user can use the hot water immediately, which can reduce the waste of water resources without setting up the return water pipeline. However, the water heater with preheating function must be provided with a temperature detecting module under the washbasin. The temperature detecting module needs to use a dry battery or an AC power source to supply power, so there is a need to replace the dry battery, use an AC power source without a socket, and Wiring problems.

In summary, the present inventors have felt that the above-mentioned defects can be improved, and the present invention has been put forward with great interest in designing and cooperating with the theory, and finally proposes a invention which is reasonable in design and effective in improving the above-mentioned defects.

The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a non-returning water circulation machine and a preheating method thereof for solving the problem that the use of the dry battery requires replacement, the use of the AC power source without the socket and the wiring.

In order to solve the above technical problem, the present invention provides a non-returning water circulation machine, comprising: a water heater main body, the water heater main body is connected to a cold water pipe and a hot water pipe; a pressurized pump, the pressurizing pump is connected to the a water heater main unit; a water outlet device connected to the hot water pipe; a water supply pipe connected to the water outlet device; a temperature controller electrically connected to the water heater main body, the thermostat Electrically connecting a first wireless transmission module; a temperature sensor, the temperature sensor is disposed on the hot water pipe, the temperature sensor is electrically connected to a second wireless transmission module, and the first wireless transmission The module and the second wireless transmission module transmit signals by wireless transmission to transmit temperature data to the temperature controller; and the water flow power generation module is assembled on the water supply pipeline. The water flow power generation module is electrically connected to the temperature sensor and the second wireless transmission module by a wire, and the water flow The power generation module can supply the power required by the temperature sensor and the second wireless transmission module.

In order to solve the above technical problem, the present invention also provides a preheating method for a non-returning water circulation machine, comprising the steps of: providing a non-returning water pipe circulating machine, the non-returning water pipe circulating machine comprising a water heater main engine, a pressurized pumping device, a water discharging device, a water supply pipe, a temperature controller, a temperature sensor and a water flow power generation module, the water heater main body is connected to a cold water pipe and a hot water pipe, the pressure pump is connected to the water heater main body, and the water discharge device is connected to the water supply device a hot water pipe, the water supply pipe is connected to the water outlet device, the temperature controller is electrically connected to the water heater main body, the temperature controller is electrically connected to a first wireless transmission module, and the temperature sensor is installed in the hot water pipe In the hot water pipeline, the temperature sensor is electrically connected to a second wireless transmission module, and the first wireless transmission module and the second wireless transmission module transmit signals by wireless transmission, and the water flow generation module Installed on the water supply pipeline, the water flow power generation module is electrically connected to the temperature sensor and the second wireless transmission module by wires; and the non-returning water circulation machine is started to preheat in a remote manner The pressurized pump is then activated, and the pressurized pump pressurizes the cold water in the cold water pipeline to allow cold water to enter the water heater main body for preheating combustion, and pressurizes the cold water in the hot water pipeline to the water supply pipeline. The temperature sensor detects the hot water temperature of the hot water pipe, and the temperature information is transmitted back to the water heater host by wireless transmission between the first wireless transmission module and the second wireless transmission module; And when the hot water temperature reaches a set value, the water heater main unit is controlled to stop heating, and the pressure pump is controlled to stop running.

The present invention has at least the following advantages: the present invention integrates a water flow power generation mold on a water supply pipeline, and the water flow power generation module is electrically connected to the temperature sensor and the second wireless transmission module by a wire, and the water flow power generation module can supply The power required by the temperature sensor and the second wireless transmission module. Therefore, it is used to solve the problem that the dry battery needs to be replaced, and the AC power source has no socket and wiring. Furthermore, the water flow power generation module of the present invention can generate electricity by using a cold water flow in the water supply pipeline, and when the cold water is used all year round, the water flow power generation module can generate electricity to supply a sense of temperature. The power required by the detector and the second wireless transmission module.

For a better understanding of the features and technical aspects of the present invention, reference should be made to the accompanying drawings.

1‧‧‧Water heater host

2‧‧‧Pressure pump

3‧‧‧ cold water pipeline

4‧‧‧ hot water pipeline

41‧‧‧Check valve

5‧‧‧Water outlet

51‧‧‧ washbasin

6‧‧‧Water supply pipeline

7‧‧‧ thermostat

71‧‧‧First wireless transmission module

8‧‧‧Temperature Sensor

81‧‧‧Second wireless transmission module

9‧‧‧Water flow power generation module

91‧‧‧Wire

Figure 1 is a schematic view of a non-return pipe circulation machine of the present invention.

2 is an electrical control block diagram of a non-returning water circulation machine of the present invention.

3 is a flow chart of a method for preheating a non-return pipe circulating machine of the present invention.

[First Embodiment]

Referring to FIG. 1 , the present invention provides a non-returning water circulation machine, including a water heater main body 1, a pressurized pump 2, a cold water pipeline 3, a hot water pipeline 4, a water outlet device 5, a water supply pipeline 6, and a temperature controller 7. The temperature sensor 8 and the water flow power generation module 9.

The water heater main body 1 can be a gas water heater, and the inside thereof can include a burner and a heat exchanger (not shown), etc., and the burner can be used to heat the heat exchanger so that cold water can enter the heat exchanger for heat exchange. Use hot water again. The water heater main unit 1 is connected to a cold water pipe 3 and a hot water pipe 4, and the cold water pipe 3 is connected to a suitable water source, and can be used to input cold water to the water heater main unit 1. The hot water line 4 can be used to output hot water for the user to use. The water heater main unit 1 is a conventional technology, and the present invention does not limit the type and configuration of the water heater main unit 1, and therefore will not be described again.

The pressure pump 2 is connected to the water heater main unit 1, that is, the pressure pump 2 can be connected between the water heater main unit 1 and the hot water line 4, or connected between the water heater main unit 1 and the cold water line 3, In the embodiment, the pressurizing pump 2 is connected between the water heater main body 1 and the hot water pipe 4, and the pressurizing pump 2 can be disposed in the water heater main body 1, and the pressurizing pump 2 can be used for pressurizing the cold water pipe 3 and the water in the hot water line 4.

The water outlet device 5 is connected to the hot water pipe 4, and the water outlet device 5 can be a water tap Or a showerhead device, the water outlet device 5 may be disposed at a washbasin, a flow table, a bathroom or a shower device, etc., for outputting water to be used. The type and configuration of the water outlet device 5 are not limited, and may be changed as needed. The number of the water outlet device 5 is not limited, and may be one, two or more, etc., and only disclosed in this embodiment. A water outlet device 5 is provided. The water outlet device 5 is a faucet disposed above a washbasin 51, and hot water can be delivered to the water outlet device 5 via the hot water conduit 4.

The water supply line 6 is connected to a water discharge device 5 that is connected to a suitable water source through which cold water can be delivered to the water discharge device 5. The hot water pipe 4 and the water supply pipe 6 can be connected to each other, and a check valve 41 can be installed at one end of the hot water pipe 4, that is, a check valve 41 can be installed between the hot water pipe 4 and the water supply pipe 6. To avoid cold water entering the hot water line 4.

The thermostat 7 is electrically connected to the water heater main unit 1, that is, the thermostat 7 can be electrically connected to the main control circuit of the water heater main unit 1 (not shown) and the pressurized pump 2 by means of a wired transmission mode (wire). Control the operation of the water heater main unit 1. The thermostat 7 is electrically connected to a first wireless transmission module 71.

The temperature sensor 8 is disposed on the hot water pipe 4, that is, the temperature sensor 8 can be disposed at a position of one end of the hot water pipe 4 near the water outlet device 5, and the temperature sensor 8 is adjacent to the water outlet device 5, The detection of hot water temperature can be more accurate. The temperature sensor 8 is electrically connected to a second wireless transmission module 81. The temperature sensor 8 and the second wireless transmission module 81 can be disposed under the washbasin 51. The first wireless transmission module 71 and the second wireless transmission module 81 can transmit and receive signals by using wireless signals of a wireless transmission protocol, and the wireless transmission protocol can include Wi-Fi transmission, Bluetooth. One of transmission and ZigBee transmission. The temperature sensor 8 can be used to detect the hot water temperature, and the second wireless transmission module 81 is used to transmit the temperature data to the first wireless transmission module 71 of the thermostat 7, and then transmitted to the main controller of the water heater host 1 Circuit.

In another embodiment of the present invention, two or more water discharge devices 5 may be provided. The temperature sensor 8 is preferably, but not limited to, a water outlet device 5 disposed at the extreme end. The so-called "most end water outlet device" refers to the point of use farthest from the water heater main unit 1. The temperature sensor 8 is electrically connected to the water heater main body 1 by wireless transmission, and the temperature sensor 8 can be used to detect the water outlet temperature of the corresponding water outlet device 5.

The water flow power generation module 9 is a water flow generator installed on the water supply line 6, that is, the water flow power generation module 9 can be disposed at one end of the water supply line 6 near the water discharge device 5 for electrical Connected to the temperature sensor 8 and the second transmission module 81. The water flow power generation module 9 can generate electricity by using the cold water flow in the water supply pipeline 6, and the water flow power generation module 9 is electrically connected to the temperature sensor 8 and the second wireless transmission module 81 by the wire 91, and is used all year round. In the case of cold water, the water flow power generation module 9 can generate electricity to supply the electric power required by the temperature sensor 8 and the second wireless transmission module 81 installed on the hot water line 4. In addition, the water flow power generation module 9 may further be provided with a power storage device (not shown) electrically connected to the water flow power generation module 9, the temperature sensor 8 and the second wireless transmission module 81 to make the water flow The electric power generated by the power generation module 9 can be stored in the power storage device, and the electric power is transmitted to the temperature sensor 8 and the second wireless transmission module 81 via the power storage device.

Referring to FIG. 2, the water flow power generation module 9 of the present invention can supply the power required by the temperature sensor 8 and the second wireless transmission module 81, and the first wireless transmission module 71 and the second wireless transmission module 81 The signal transmission is performed by wireless transmission to transmit the temperature data to the temperature controller 7 for the return water temperature determination control. The thermostat 7 transmits signals to the water heater main unit 1 and the pressurized pump 2 in a wired transmission (wire) manner, and performs combustion control of the water heater main unit 1 and operation control of the pressurized pump 2.

The non-return pipe circulating machine of the present invention can also have the function of preheating hot water without the return water pipe. When the user starts to use the non-returning water circulation machine, the remote control or the handheld device (such as a mobile phone) can be used to remotely start the preheating of the non-returning water circulation machine, and when the non-returning water circulation machine is turned on, the preheating is started. When the function is started, the pressurized pump 2 starts to operate, and the pressurized pump 2 can pressurize (pump) the cold water in the cold water pipe 3 to let the cold water enter the water heater main body 1 for preheating combustion, and the hot water pipe 4 The cold water is pressurized and sent to the water supply pipeline 6, and the main control circuit of the water heater main unit 1 can be controlled at this time. heating.

After a period of time, the hot water is transferred to the water discharge device 5 above the washbasin 51, and the pressurized pump 2 is stopped. That is, the temperature sensor 8 is installed on the hot water pipeline 4, and the temperature data is transmitted back to the first wireless transmission module 71 of the thermostat 7 through the second wireless transmission module 81 at intervals. Transfer to the main control circuit of the water heater main unit 1. When the temperature of the hot water reaches a set value (for example, 35 ° C ~ 40 ° C), the temperature sensor 8 detects the arrival temperature, that is, the temperature data is transmitted back to the water heater main unit 1 by wireless transmission to control the pressurized pump 2 Stop running, so that the temperature does not continue to rise, to avoid excessive water temperature. Therefore, if the user opens the water outlet device 5 (such as a hot water tap), the hot water is already heated, and the water is hot water, so that the user can immediately use the hot water to reduce the waste of water resources. Therefore, it is used to solve the problem that the dry battery needs to be replaced, and the AC power source has no socket and wiring.

[Second embodiment]

Referring to FIG. 3, the present invention further provides a preheating method for a non-return pipe circulating machine, comprising the steps of: firstly, providing a non-return pipe circulating machine; since the non-returning pipe circulating machine is the same as the above embodiment, no further description is provided. Then, the non-returning water circulating machine is started to be preheated by a remote control or a handheld device (such as a mobile phone) through a remote control manner such as a cloud; when the non-returning water circulating machine starts the preheating function, the pressurized pump 2 is started, The pressurized pump 2 pressurizes the cold water in the cold water pipe 3 to allow the cold water to enter the water heater main unit 1 for preheating combustion, and pressurizes the cold water in the hot water pipe 4 into the water supply pipe 6; then, the control The water heater main unit 1 continues to heat, and the temperature sensor 8 detects the hot water temperature of the hot water line 4, and the temperature data is returned between the first wireless transmission module 71 and the second wireless transmission module 81 by wireless transmission. The temperature sensor 8 is installed on the hot water pipe 4, and the temperature data is transmitted back to the first wireless device of the thermostat 7 through the second wireless transmission module 81 at intervals. Transmission module 71, and then transmitted Heater control circuit of the host 1; and When the hot water temperature reaches a set value (for example, 35 ° C ~ 40 ° C), the water heater main unit 1 is controlled to stop heating, and the pressurizing pump 2 is controlled to stop running. In addition, the remote controller or the handheld device (such as a mobile phone) can be further notified to the user that the hot water temperature is reached. When the user turns on the water outlet device 5, the hot water is heated to complete, so that the user can immediately use the hot water.

The above is only the preferred embodiment of the present invention, and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Therefore, the equivalent changes of the present invention and the contents of the drawings are all included in the protection of the present invention. Within the scope, it is combined with Chen Ming.

This representative figure is a flow chart, so there is no symbolic simple explanation.

Claims (8)

A non-returning water circulation machine comprises: a water heater main unit, the water heater main unit is connected to a cold water pipeline and a hot water pipeline; and the pressurized pump is connected to the water heater main unit; the water outlet device, the water outlet device is connected In the hot water pipeline; the water supply pipeline, the water supply pipeline is connected to the water outlet device; the thermostat is electrically connected to the water heater main body by a wired transmission method, and the thermostat is electrically connected to the first a wireless sensor module; a temperature sensor, the temperature sensor is disposed on the hot water pipe, the temperature sensor is disposed at a position of the hot water pipe near the water outlet device, and the temperature sensor is electrically Connecting a second wireless transmission module, wherein the first wireless transmission module and the second wireless transmission module transmit signals by wireless transmission to transmit temperature data to the temperature controller; and the water flow power generation module The water flow power generation module is assembled on the water supply pipeline, and the water flow power generation module is disposed at a position of one end of the water supply pipeline close to the water outlet device, and the water flow power generation module is electrically connected to the wire Sensor and of the second wireless transmission module, the power module is able to supply water temperature required to power the sensor and the second wireless transmission module. The non-returning water circulation machine of claim 1, wherein the water outlet device is a faucet, the water outlet device is disposed above a washbasin, and the temperature sensor and the second wireless transmission module are disposed on the washbasin Below. The non-return pipe circulation machine of claim 1, wherein the hot water pipe and the water supply pipe are in communication, and a check valve is installed between the hot water pipe and the water supply pipe. The non-returning water cycle machine of claim 1, wherein the first wireless transmission module and the second wireless transmission module perform signal transmission by wireless transmission and reception of a wireless transmission protocol, and the wireless transmission protocol includes One of Wi-Fi transmission, Bluetooth transmission and ZigBee transmission. A preheating method for a non-return pipe circulating machine, comprising the steps of: Providing a non-returning water circulating machine, the waterless water recycling machine comprises a water heater main body, a pressure pumping device, a water discharging device, a water supply pipe, a temperature controller, a temperature sensor and a water flow power generation module, wherein the water heater main body is connected to the water heater a cold water pipe and a hot water pipe, the pressure pump is connected to the water heater main body, the water outlet device is connected to the hot water pipe, the water supply pipe is connected to the water outlet device, and the temperature controller is electrically connected by wire transmission Connected to the water heater main body, the thermostat is electrically connected to a first wireless transmission module, the temperature sensor is installed on the hot water pipeline, and the temperature sensor is disposed at one end of the hot water pipeline and close to the water outlet a position of the device, the temperature sensor is electrically connected to a second wireless transmission module, and the first wireless transmission module and the second wireless transmission module transmit signals by wireless transmission, and the water flow generation module The water flow power generation module is disposed at a position of one end of the water supply pipeline near the water outlet device, and the water flow power generation module is electrically connected to the temperature sensor and the first a wireless transmission module; the non-returning water circulating machine is started by remote control for preheating, and then the pressurized pump is started, and the pressurized pump pressurizes the cold water in the cold water pipeline to allow cold water to enter the water heater host for pre-heating Hot combustion, and the cold water in the hot water pipe is pressurized and sent to the water supply pipe; the temperature sensor detects the hot water temperature of the hot water pipe, the first wireless transmission module and the second wireless The temperature data is transmitted back to the water heater host by wireless transmission between the transmission modules; and when the hot water temperature reaches a set value, the water heater main unit is controlled to stop heating, and the pressure pump is controlled to stop running. The method of preheating a non-returning water circulation machine according to claim 5, wherein the water outlet device is a faucet, the water outlet device is disposed above a washbasin, and the temperature sensor and the second wireless transmission module are disposed on Below the washbasin. The preheating method of the non-return pipe circulating machine according to claim 5, wherein the hot water pipe and the water supply pipe are in communication, and a check valve is installed between the hot water pipe and the water supply pipe. The preheating method of the non-returning water circulation machine according to claim 5, wherein the first wireless transmission module and the second wireless transmission module transmit and receive signals by wireless transmission and reception of a wireless transmission protocol, The wireless transmission protocol includes one of Wi-Fi transmission, Bluetooth transmission, and ZigBee transmission.