TWM586775U - Gas water heater remote control device - Google Patents

Abstract

A remote control device for a gas water heater, which is installed on a user end and includes an instant water temperature sensor, a wireless signal transmitter, a hydraulic start switch, a water temperature setter, a water heater status display, and an advanced setter. As long as the user sets the preferred water temperature, this creation will be started when the water flow passes, and the difference between the set required temperature and the current water temperature will be transmitted to the gas water heater that has been paired by wireless signal, and then the gas The water heater converts the difference into gas flow for heating, so that the water reaches a stable demand temperature. If the water temperature is not as expected, you can provide two options: "Energy saving" and "Comfort" to improve the gap between the expected value and the actual situation. Therefore, the device can automatically control the remote gas water heater according to the user's water temperature preference, instant water temperature, ambient temperature, and mixed temperature conditions of hot and cold water through simple operation.

Description

Remote control device for gas water heater

The creation relates to a remote control device for a gas water heater, in particular to a remote control device for a gas water heater installed at a user end.

The main operation mode of the existing gas water heater is to set the water flow rate and the gas flow rate on the water heater by the user, so that the water temperature reaches the desired temperature. Recently, some manufacturers have developed water heater remote controls to allow users to control the water heater remotely, and some manufacturers have installed outlet temperature sensors in gas water heaters to counteract the effects of seasonal changes. However, the gas water heater cannot obtain the user's instant water temperature, so it cannot cope with the difference in environmental conditions, and the user's cold and hot water mixing temperature setting habits, and the problem of the water supply temperature being lower than expected has not been solved.

The technical problem to be solved by this creation is to provide a remote control device for a gas water heater remote from the shortcomings of the existing technology, which can automatically provide convenient operation according to the user's real-time water temperature, water temperature preference, ambient temperature, and mixed temperature conditions This remote water heater control needs, this creation can provide more choices, allowing users to get a more comfortable, more environmentally friendly and energy-saving water environment without changing their water habits.

In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides a remote control device for a gas water heater, which is installed on the user's end and is close to or connected to a water outlet device. The remote control device for a gas water heater includes: a casing, the shell The body has a body portion, a water inlet and a water outlet, the water inlet and the water outlet are arranged on the body portion, a water delivery pipeline is connected between the water inlet and the water outlet, and the water delivery pipeline is arranged on the body Inside the main body; a hydraulic start switch, which is set on the water pipeline, can be used to start the remote control device of the gas water heater; an instant water temperature sensor, the instant water temperature sensor is set on the On the water pipeline, the real-time water temperature sensor can be used to detect the water temperature of the water entering the remote control device of the gas water heater in real time; a water temperature setter, which is set on the body of the casing On the part, the water temperature setting device can be used to set the required temperature of water; a wireless signal transmitter, the wireless signal transmitter is arranged on the body of the casing, and the wireless signal transmitter can be used to transmit No. to gas water heater; a water heater status display, the water heater status display is arranged on the body of the casing, the water heater status display can be used to display the actual temperature of water detected by the instant water temperature sensor; Step setter, which can be used to set the advanced mode to improve the difference between the required temperature and the actual temperature of the set water; and a circuit unit, the hydraulic start switch, the instant water temperature sensor, the The water temperature setter, the wireless signal transmitter, the water heater status display and the advanced setter are electrically connected to the circuit unit.

In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention also provides a remote control device for a gas water heater, which is installed on the user's end and is close to or connected to a water outlet device. The remote control device for a gas water heater includes: a casing, a The casing has a body portion, a water inlet and a water outlet, the water inlet and the water outlet are arranged on the body portion, and a water delivery pipeline is connected between the water inlet and the water outlet, and the water delivery pipeline is disposed on Inside the body part; a hydraulic start switch, which is arranged on the water pipeline, can be used to start the remote control device of the gas water heater; an instant water temperature sensor, the instant water temperature sensor is arranged at On the water pipeline, the real-time water temperature sensor can be used for real-time detection of the water temperature of the water entering the remote control device of the gas water heater; a water temperature setter, which is set on the casing On the body part, the water temperature setting device can be used to set the required temperature of water; a wireless signal transmitter, the wireless signal transmitter is arranged on the body portion of the casing, and the wireless signal transmitter can be used to transmit A signal to a gas water heater; a water heater status display, the water heater status display being disposed on the body portion of the housing, the water heater status display capable of displaying the actual temperature of the water detected by the instant water temperature sensor; A circuit unit, the hydraulic start switch, the instant water temperature sensor, the water temperature setter, the wireless signal transmitter and the water heater status display are electrically connected to the circuit unit.

In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention also provides a remote control device for a gas water heater, which is installed on the user's end and is close to or connected to a water outlet device. The remote control device for a gas water heater includes: a casing, a The casing has a body portion, a water inlet and a water outlet, the water inlet and the water outlet are arranged on the body portion, and a water delivery pipeline is connected between the water inlet and the water outlet, and the water delivery pipeline is disposed on In the main body part, the water inlet is connected to the water outlet of the mixed-temperature faucet, and the water outlet is connected to the water outlet device; an instant water temperature sensor, the instant water temperature sensor is arranged on the water pipeline, and the instant water The temperature sensor can be used for real-time detection of the water temperature of the water entering the remote control device of the gas water heater; a water temperature setter, the water temperature setter is set on the body part of the casing, and the water temperature setting The device can be used to set the required temperature of water; a wireless signal transmitter, the wireless signal transmitter is arranged on the body of the casing, the wireless signal transmitter can be used to transmit signals to a gas water heater; and Road unit, the instant water temperature sensor, the water temperature setting unit and said wireless signal transmitter electrically connected to the circuit unit.

The beneficial effect of this creation is that this creation can automatically provide convenient remote gas water heater control requirements based on the user's real-time water temperature, water temperature preference, ambient temperature, and mixed temperature conditions of hot and cold water. Confirm the desired temperature and turn on the water device to get a comfortable water environment. This creation can be combined with a water environment device, so that users can enjoy a stable water temperature in a very environmentally friendly and energy-saving manner without changing their habits.

In order to better understand the features and technical contents of this creation, please refer to the following detailed description and drawings about this creation. However, the drawings provided are only for reference and explanation, and are not intended to limit this creation.

The following are specific implementation examples to explain the implementation of the present disclosure. Those skilled in the art can understand the advantages and effects of the present disclosure from the content disclosed in this specification. This creation can be implemented or applied through other different specific embodiments, and various details in this specification can also be based on different viewpoints and applications, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from the concept of this creation. In addition, the drawings of this creation are only for simple and schematic illustrations, and are not drawn in actual size, so stated in advance. The following embodiments will further describe the technical content of this creation in detail, but the disclosed content is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this creation.

[First embodiment]

Please refer to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2. This creation provides a remote control device for a gas water heater, which is installed on the user's end and is close to or connected to a water outlet device 200 including a shower head or a faucet, which can be used to create a convenient, comfortable and comfortable Energy saving water environment. The remote control device for a gas water heater includes a housing 1, a hydraulic start switch 2, an instant water temperature sensor 3, a water temperature setter 4, a wireless signal transmitter 5, a water heater status display 6 and a The circuit unit 8 may further include an advanced setting device 7.

The casing 1 has a main body portion 11, a water inlet 12 and a water outlet 13. The water inlet 12 and the water outlet 13 are disposed on the body portion 11, and the water inlet 12 and the water outlet 13 may be disposed on a body portion 11. On one or both sides, a water delivery pipe 14 is connected between the water inlet 12 and the water outlet 13, and the water delivery pipe 14 is disposed in the body portion 11. The water inlet 12 can be connected to the water outlet 301 of the mixed-temperature water faucet 300, and the mixed-temperature water faucet 300 can be connected to the water outlet 101 of the gas water heater 100, which can be a gas water heater or the like. The water outlet 13 may be connected to a water outlet device 200. The water outlet device 200 may be a shower head or a faucet. The water outlet of the gas water heater 100 can be conveyed to the water pipeline 14 through the water inlet 12, so that the water outlet of the gas water heater 100 can be passed through the remote control device of the gas water heater, and then output from the water outlet 13 to the water outlet device 200. For users.

This creation can be combined with the common device types of the water environment (such as but not limited to shower head holders, shower heads, or faucets, etc.), that is, the casing 1 can be combined with shower head holders, shower heads, or faucets. This embodiment It is revealed that the casing 1 is combined with a shower head fixing frame 10, so that the remote control device of the gas water heater and the water device are integrated into one.

The hydraulic start switch 2 is disposed on the water delivery pipeline 14. The hydraulic start switch 2 can be used to sense the flow of water and to start the operation of the remote control device of the gas water heater of the present invention. The instant water temperature sensor 3 is disposed on the water delivery pipe 14. The instant water temperature sensor 3 can be used to detect the water temperature of the water entering the remote control device of the gas water heater in real time.

The water temperature setter 4, the wireless signal transmitter 5, the water heater status display 6, and the circuit unit 8 are disposed on the body portion 11 of the casing 1, and the hydraulic start switch 2, the instant water temperature sensor 3, and the water temperature setter 4. The wireless signal transmitter 5, the water heater status display 6, and the advanced setting device 7 are electrically connected to the circuit unit 8. In this embodiment, a battery (not shown) is additionally provided in the casing 1 to supply the required power. For example, a dual-rechargeable battery can be used. One of them is an inseparable built-in battery to ensure that it is fully charged at any time. State, the other is separated type, it will remind to charge when the power is less than 30%. In addition, a hydroelectric power generation device can also be provided in order to use hydroelectric power generation and charge while using, saving energy and protecting the environment.

The water temperature setter 4 is exposed outside the main body portion 11 of the housing 1. The water temperature setter 4 is a mechanical adjustment type button or knob. The water temperature setter 4 can be used to set the required temperature of water. In this embodiment, the water temperature setter 4 uses a mechanical segment-type dial to avoid malfunction. The wireless signal transmitter 5 can be used to transmit signals to the control unit 102 of the gas water heater 100, that is, the control unit 102 of the gas water heater 100 is also provided with a wireless signal transmitter 103 matching the wireless signal transmitter 5. The wireless signal transmitters 5 and 103 can use RF signals, ZigBee, Bluetooth or WiFi to transmit signals. The water heater status display 6 is exposed outside the body portion 11 of the housing 1 and can be used to display the actual temperature detected by the real-time water temperature sensor 3. The water heater status display 6 can also use a touch display screen to facilitate message interaction. . The advanced setter 7 can be set on the main body part 11 of the housing 1, and the advanced setter 7 can also be integrated into the water heater status display 6 in order to set the advanced mode by using touch to improve the expected value Water demand temperature) and the actual temperature drop.

The user only needs to set his preferred water temperature. When water flows into the remote control device of the gas water heater, the hydraulic start switch 2 will be used to activate the remote control device of the gas water heater, and the set required temperature will be set at the same time. The difference between the current water temperature (actual temperature) and the wireless signal is transmitted to the paired gas water heater 100 through the wireless signal transmitter 5, and then the difference is converted into gas by the control unit 102 in the gas water heater 100 Flow in order to control the appropriate amount of firepower for heating. The above method of converting the difference into the gas flow rate to control the magnitude of the firepower is the prior art, so it will not be described in detail. In this embodiment, the magnetic induction method can be used to make the gas water heater 100 pairing easier and more intuitive.

After a period of time to exclude unheated water between the water end and the gas water heater 100, the temperature value of the instant water temperature sensor 3 at the water end will gradually reach a stable required temperature. If the stable water temperature is not as expected (usually the water temperature is low), there are two possibilities: one is the energy loss caused by the environment between the water end (user end) and the gas water heater 100, and the other is the user's water consumption. The device 200 is set to mix with cold water. At this time, the author can further provide two options, "Energy Saving" and "Comfort", to improve the difference between the expected value and the actual situation for the user. The "Energy Saving" and "Comfort" modes are set by the advanced setter 7.

If the user selects the "energy saving" mode, the author can use a prompt device to prompt the user to turn off the cold water. Under normal conditions, the water temperature will gradually reach the ideal temperature. The prompting device may be a water heater status display 6 and may be prompted by a screen displayed by the water heater status display 6. Alternatively, a sound emitting element 15 and a light emitting element 16 are provided on the body 11 of the housing 1 as a prompting device, and the sound emitting element 15 and the light emitting element 16 are electrically connected to the circuit unit 8 so that the sound emitting element 15 emits sound or the light emitting element 16 emits light. Come on. If there is still no improvement, or there is no action on the user side, the creation will automatically enter the comfort mode. If the user selects or the device automatically enters the "comfort" mode, the author will send the signal of the difference between the expected temperature and the actual temperature through the wireless signal transmitter 5 to the paired gas water heater 100 to increase the water temperature to achieve Ideal temperature.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the hydraulic start switch 2 and the water heater status display 6 may be omitted.

[Second and Third Embodiments]

Please refer to Fig. 3 and Fig. 4. The remote control device of the gas water heater of this creation can also be integrated on the water outlet devices 400, 500 such as a faucet or shower head, that is, the remote control device of the gas water heater can be installed in a mixed temperature faucet. And the shower head can also be presented in the shower head, or connected to the water inlet of the shower head, or in the form of a faucet, or connected to the water outlet of the mixed temperature faucet, but is not limited to this, that is, the remote end of the gas water heater The remote control device can be installed on the user's end, close to or connected (installed) to any type of water outlet device.

In another embodiment of this creation, the casing 1 may also form a two-piece design, that is, the casing 1 may be divided into a first casing and a second casing (not shown). The second housing can be electrically connected by a line or a connector. The hydraulic start switch 2, the instant water temperature sensor 3, the water temperature setter 4, the wireless signal transmitter 5, the water heater status display 6, and the circuit unit 8 and other devices. It can be arranged in different first shells or second shells as required.

[Advantageous Effects of the Embodiment]

The beneficial effect of this creation is that this creation can automatically provide convenient remote gas water heater control requirements based on the user's real-time water temperature, water temperature preference, ambient temperature, and mixed temperature conditions of hot and cold water. Confirm the desired temperature, and turn on the water device (such as a shower or faucet) to get a comfortable water environment. This creation can be combined with a water environment device, so that users can enjoy a stable water temperature in a very environmentally friendly and energy-saving manner without changing their habits.

This creation is directly installed in the water use site. After the installation is completed, it is fully integrated with the environment, and there will be no trouble of losing or finding the controller. This creation is started with water flow, and the user does not need additional actions, and there is no need to change the usage habits.

This creative temperature setting can be mechanically adjusted (non-conventional electronic button type). It does not need to display the set temperature through the display. It can avoid accidental touch, and it will not be confused with the real-time temperature. Because this creation has water temperature sensing at the water end, it can not only automatically adjust the heating status of gas (gas) water heaters as the climate and ambient temperature change, but also can completely improve the user's environment and water habits, which can greatly improve the comfort. , And energy conservation goals.

The content disclosed above is only the preferred and feasible embodiment of this creation, and therefore does not limit the scope of the patent application for this creation. Therefore, any equivalent technical changes made using this creation specification and diagram content are included in this creation application Within the scope of the patent.

1‧‧‧shell

11‧‧‧Body

12‧‧‧ water inlet

13‧‧‧ Outlet

14‧‧‧ water pipeline

15‧‧‧ sounding element

16‧‧‧Light-emitting element

2‧‧‧hydraulic start switch

3‧‧‧Real-time water temperature sensor

4‧‧‧Water temperature setter

5‧‧‧Wireless Signal Transmitter

6‧‧‧ Water heater status display

7‧‧‧Advanced Setter

8‧‧‧Circuit Unit

10‧‧‧Rainbow head holder

100‧‧‧gas water heater

101‧‧‧ Outlet

102‧‧‧Control unit

103‧‧‧Wireless Signal Transmitter

200‧‧‧ water outlet device

300‧‧‧ Mixed Temperature Faucet

301‧‧‧outlet

400‧‧‧ water outlet device

500‧‧‧ water outlet device

FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a remote control device for a gas water heater according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of a use state of a remote control device for a gas water heater according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of a remote control device for a gas water heater according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram of a remote control device for a gas water heater according to a third embodiment of the present invention.

Claims (11)

A remote control device for a gas water heater, which is installed at the user's end and is close to or connected to a water outlet device. The remote control device for a gas water heater includes: a casing having a body portion, a water inlet and A water outlet, the water inlet and the water outlet are arranged on the body part, and a water delivery pipe is connected between the water inlet and the water outlet, the water delivery pipe is arranged in the body part; a hydraulic start switch, the water power The start switch is arranged on the water pipeline, and can be used to start the remote control device of the gas water heater; an instant water temperature sensor, the instant water temperature sensor is arranged on the water pipeline, and the instant water temperature sensing The device can be used for real-time detection of the water temperature of the water entering the remote control device of the gas water heater; a water temperature setter, the water temperature setter is set on the body of the casing, and the water temperature setter can be used Set the required temperature of water; a wireless signal transmitter, the wireless signal transmitter is arranged on the body of the casing, the wireless signal transmitter can be used to transmit signals to the gas water heater; a water heater status Indicator, the water heater status display is disposed on the body of the housing, the water heater status display can be used to display the actual temperature of the water detected by the instant water temperature sensor; an advanced setter, the advanced setting The device can be used to set the advanced mode to improve the difference between the required temperature and the actual temperature of the set water; and a circuit unit, the hydraulic start switch, the instant water temperature sensor, the water temperature setter, the wireless signal The transmitter, the water heater status display and the advanced setting device are electrically connected to the circuit unit. The remote control device for a gas water heater according to item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein the water outlet device is a shower head or a faucet. The remote control device for a gas water heater according to item 1 of the patent application scope, wherein the casing is combined with a shower head fixing frame, a water tap or a shower head. The remote control device for a gas water heater according to item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein the water temperature setting device is a mechanical adjustment type button or knob. The remote control device for a gas water heater according to item 1 of the scope of the patent application, wherein the advanced setting device is disposed on the main body of the housing or integrated with the water heater status display. The remote control device for a gas water heater according to item 1 of the patent application scope, wherein the advanced mode includes an energy-saving mode and a comfort mode, and in the energy-saving mode, a prompting device capable of being electrically connected to the circuit unit prompts The user end turns off the cold water; in the comfort mode, the signal of the difference between the required temperature and the actual temperature of the set water can be transmitted to the paired gas water heater through the wireless signal transmitter to raise the water temperature. A remote control device for a gas water heater, which is installed at the user's end and is close to or connected to a water outlet device. The remote control device for a gas water heater includes: a casing having a body portion, a water inlet and A water outlet, the water inlet and the water outlet are arranged on the body part, and a water delivery pipe is connected between the water inlet and the water outlet, the water delivery pipe is arranged in the body part; a hydraulic start switch, the water power The start switch is arranged on the water pipeline, and can be used to start the remote control device of the gas water heater; an instant water temperature sensor, the instant water temperature sensor is arranged on the water pipeline, and the instant water temperature sensing The device can be used for real-time detection of the water temperature of the water entering the remote control device of the gas water heater; a water temperature setter, the water temperature setter is set on the body of the casing, and the water temperature setter can be used Set the required temperature of water; a wireless signal transmitter, the wireless signal transmitter is arranged on the body of the casing, the wireless signal transmitter can be used to transmit signals to the gas water heater; a water heater status The water heater status display is disposed on the body of the housing. The water heater status display can be used to display the actual temperature of the water detected by the instant water temperature sensor; and a circuit unit, the hydraulic start switch, The instant water temperature sensor, the water temperature setter, the wireless signal transmitter and the water heater status display are electrically connected to the circuit unit. The remote control device for a gas water heater according to item 7 in the scope of patent application, wherein the water outlet device is a shower head or a water tap. The remote control device for a gas water heater according to item 7 of the scope of patent application, wherein the casing is combined with a shower head fixing frame, a water tap or a shower head. The remote control device for a gas water heater according to item 7 of the scope of patent application, wherein the water temperature setting device is a mechanically adjustable button or knob. A remote control device for a gas water heater, which is installed at the user's end and is close to or connected to a water outlet device. The remote control device for a gas water heater includes: a casing having a body portion, a water inlet and A water outlet, the water inlet and the water outlet are arranged on the body part, and a water delivery pipe is connected between the water inlet and the water outlet, and the water delivery pipe is arranged in the body part; an instant water temperature sensor The real-time water temperature sensor is arranged on the water pipeline, and the real-time water temperature sensor can be used for real-time detection of the water temperature of the water entering the remote control device of the gas water heater; a water temperature setter, the A water temperature setter is disposed on the body portion of the casing, and the water temperature setter can be used to set a required temperature of water; a wireless signal transmitter, the wireless signal transmitter is disposed on the body portion of the casing, the The wireless signal transmitter can be used to transmit signals to a gas water heater; and a circuit unit, the real-time water temperature sensor, the water temperature setter and the wireless signal transmitter are electrically connected to the circuit unit.