WO2020233267A1

WO2020233267A1 - Humidifier, control method of humidifier, and machine room air conditioner

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Publication number: WO2020233267A1
Application number: PCT/CN2020/083764
Authority: WO
Inventors: 杨公增; 姜荣伟; 王军; 杜娟; 顾超; 国德防
Original assignee: 青岛海尔空调电子有限公司; 海尔智家股份有限公司
Priority date: 2019-05-23
Filing date: 2020-04-08
Publication date: 2020-11-26
Also published as: CN110260439A; CN110260439B

Abstract

Provided is a humidifier, comprising: a humidification container (1), a heating electrode (2) extending into the humidification container (1), and a steam outlet (3) provided in the humidification container (1). The humidifier further comprises a water holding component and a grounding element, the water holding component is configured to be capable of containing electrified water discharged from the humidification container (1), and the grounding element is configured to be capable of selectively releasing the potential of the electrified water in the water holding component. Further provided are a machine room air conditioner comprising the humidifier and a control method for the humidifier. According to the humidifier, the power supply of the heating electrode does not need to be cut off when the humidification container replaces water, and normal humidification of the electrode humidifier is not affected, such that fluctuations in the environment humidity are avoided, constant humidity of the environment is guaranteed, and the user experience is improved.

Description

Humidifier, humidifier control method and computer room air conditioner

Technical field

The invention belongs to the field of humidification technology, and specifically provides a humidifier, a humidifier control method, and a computer room air conditioner.

Background technique

Humidifiers are devices that can humidify space. Humidifiers include far-infrared humidifiers, electrode humidifiers, and ultrasonic humidifiers. With the development of the economy, more and more electronic information computer rooms are constructed. The internal electronic equipment requires the constant temperature and humidity of the environment, and accordingly the air conditioner is required to be equipped with a humidifier. The electrode humidifier adopts the built-in electrodes in the humidifying container. After the electrodes are energized, the water in the container acts as a conductive medium to generate heat. The water is heated and heated to a boiling state to humidify the room environment. Electrode humidifiers are widely used in computer room air conditioners due to their fast humidification speed and easy control of the humidification amount.

During the humidification process, after the water in the humidification container boils and evaporates for a period of time, the dissolved calcium and magnesium plasma concentration in the humidification container becomes larger. In order to prolong the service life of the humidifier and delay the fouling rate on the electrode surface, the humidification container needs to be increased regularly. The water with the concentration of calcium and magnesium plasma is drained, and new water is injected for replacement. Since the water itself is charged during the humidification process, for safety reasons, the power supply of the humidification electrode is generally cut off before the drainage action. This operation method of disconnecting the electrode power supply It will interrupt the electrode's continuous heating of the water in the container, affect the continuity of steam generation, fluctuate the environmental humidity in the machine room, and affect the use effect.

Therefore, this field needs a new humidifier, humidifier control method, and computer room air conditioner to solve the above problems.

Summary of the invention

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems in the prior art, that is, in order to solve the problem that the existing electrode humidifier needs to be powered off and then drained, which easily causes fluctuations in environmental humidity, the present invention provides a humidifier, which includes a humidification container, The heating electrode into the humidification container and the steam outlet provided on the humidification container. The humidifier also includes a water containing part and a grounding element. The water containing part is configured to contain the charged water discharged from the humidifying container, and the grounding element is configured to be able to selectively release Discharge the electric potential of the charged water in the water container.

In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned humidifier, the water containing component is connected to the humidification container through a connecting channel, and a first valve is provided on the connecting channel, and the first valve is configured to control the opening and closing of the connecting channel.

In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned humidifier, a drainage channel is provided on the water containing component, a drainage valve is provided on the drainage channel, and the drainage valve is configured to control the opening and closing of the drainage channel.

In the preferred technical solution of the above humidifier, the grounding element includes a grounding end, an insertion end, and a relay connecting the grounding end and the insertion end. The insertion end extends into the water-holding part, and the relay is set to control the connection and connection between the grounding end and the insertion end. disconnect.

In the above preferred technical solution of the humidifier, the humidifier further includes a water inlet component, which is connected to the humidification container.

In the preferred technical solution of the above humidifier, the water inlet component includes a water storage container, a first water inlet channel, a second water inlet channel, and a water inlet valve. The water inlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container, and The water outlet end of a water inlet channel is connected to the humidification container, the water outlet end of the second water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container, the water inlet valve is arranged on the second water inlet channel, and the water inlet valve is arranged to control the second water inlet channel The opening and closing.

In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned humidifier, a second valve is provided on the first water inlet channel, and the second valve is configured to control the opening and closing of the first water inlet channel.

In the above preferred technical solution of the humidifier, a water level sensor is provided on the humidification container, and the water level sensor is used to detect the water level in the humidification container.

In another aspect, the present invention also provides a computer room air conditioner, which includes the above-mentioned humidifier.

In yet another aspect, the present invention also provides a method for controlling a humidifier. The humidifier includes a humidification container, a heating electrode extending into the humidification container, and a steam outlet provided on the humidification container. The humidifier also includes a water-holding component and a ground. The water-containing part is configured to contain the charged water discharged from the humidification container, and the grounding element is configured to selectively release the electric potential of the charged water in the water-containing part; the control method includes: draining the charged water in the humidification container to the water containing Parts; release the electric potential of the charged water in the water-containing parts.

In the preferred technical solution of the above control method, the water containing component is connected to the humidification container through a connecting channel, and a first valve is provided on the connecting channel, and the first valve is set to control the opening and closing of the connecting channel; The step of "discharging water to the water containing component" specifically includes: opening the first valve; and draining the charged water in the humidification container to the water containing component through the connecting channel.

In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned control method, the grounding element includes a grounding end, an insertion end, and a relay connecting the grounding end and the insertion end. The insertion end extends into the water-holding part, and the relay is set to control the connection and connection between the grounding end and the insertion end. Disconnect; the step of "releasing the electric potential of the charged water in the water containing component" specifically includes: turning on the relay; releasing the electric potential of the charged water in the water containing component.

In the preferred technical solution of the above control method, after the step of "releasing the electric potential of the charged water in the water containing component", the control method further includes: draining the water in the water containing component.

In the preferred technical solution of the above control method, a drainage channel is provided on the water containing component, and a drainage valve is provided on the drainage channel, and the drainage valve is set to be able to control the opening and closing of the drainage channel; "drain the water in the water containing component" The steps specifically include: opening the drain valve; allowing the water in the water-containing component to be discharged through the drain channel.

In the preferred technical solution of the above control method, before the step of "draining the charged water in the humidification container to the water containing component", the control method further includes: pouring water into the humidification container; heating the water in the humidification container; The steam outlet spouts steam.

In the preferred technical solution of the above control method, a water level sensor is provided on the humidification container, and the water level sensor is used to detect the water level in the humidification container; while the step of "making the steam outlet spray steam", the control method also includes: obtaining humidification The water level in the container; if the water level in the humidification container reaches the preset water level, the step of "draining the charged water in the humidification container to the water containing part" is performed.

In the preferred technical solution of the above control method, the humidifier further includes a water inlet component connected to the humidification container, and the water inlet component includes a water storage container, a first water inlet channel, a second water inlet channel and a water inlet valve, The water inlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected with the water storage container, the water outlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected with the humidification container, the water outlet end of the second water inlet channel is connected with the water storage container, and the water inlet valve is arranged at the second inlet On the water channel, the water inlet valve is set to control the opening and closing of the second water inlet channel; the step of "injecting water into the humidification container" specifically includes: opening the water inlet valve; allowing water to pass through the second water inlet channel, the water storage container, and The first water inlet channel is injected into the humidification container.

In the preferred technical solution of the above control method, the humidifier further includes a water inlet component connected to the humidification container, and the water inlet component includes a water storage container, a first water inlet channel, a second water inlet channel and a water inlet valve, The water inlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected with the water storage container, the water outlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected with the humidification container, the water outlet end of the second water inlet channel is connected with the water storage container, and the water inlet valve is arranged at the second inlet On the water channel, the water inlet valve is set to control the opening and closing of the second water inlet channel, the first water inlet channel is provided with a second valve, and the second valve is set to control the opening and closing of the first water inlet channel; The steps of "injecting water into the humidification container" specifically include: opening the water inlet valve; injecting water into the water storage container through the second water inlet channel; opening the second valve; and injecting the water in the water storage container through the first water inlet channel to humidify container.

Those skilled in the art can understand that, in the preferred technical solution of the present invention, the charged water discharged from the humidification container can be contained by the water-containing component, and then the grounding element can release the electric potential of the charged water in the water-containing component. The setting ensures that the humidification container does not need to cut off the power supply of the heating electrode when replacing the water, and will not affect the normal humidification of the electrode humidifier, so that the environmental humidity will not fluctuate, ensure the constant humidity of the environment, and improve the user experience.

Further, the first valve can control the water in the humidification container to enter the water-containing component through the connecting channel, so that when the humidification container drains or replaces water, the first valve can be used to control the discharge of the water in the humidification container to meet the needs of users. Demand, improve user experience.

Further, when the relay is turned on, the grounding element can release the electric potential in the charged water in the water-containing part. When the relay is turned off, the grounding element will not perform the potential release operation. Through such a setting, the grounding element can be controlled by You can flexibly choose whether to release the electric potential operation to meet the user's use needs and improve the user experience.

Further, the drain valve can control the discharge of water in the water-containing component, so that after the grounding element releases the electric potential of the charged water in the water-containing component, the water in the water-containing component can be discharged in time by controlling the drain valve to open. The accumulation of water in the water-containing parts meets the needs of users and improves user experience.

Further, the humidification container can be filled with water through the water inlet component, thereby facilitating water filling or replacement of the humidifying container, meeting the user's use demand, and improving the user experience.

Further, the water can be stored in advance through the water storage container. Through this setting, when the humidification container has a water injection demand, the water in the water storage container can be injected into the humidification container, and when the water is stopped Because there is still a part of water in the water storage container, the normal operation of humidification can be guaranteed.

In another aspect, the present invention also provides a method for controlling a humidifier. The charged water in the humidification container is discharged to the water-containing part, and the electric potential of the charged water in the water-containing part is released through the grounding element. , So that the humidification container does not need to cut off the power supply of the heating electrode when replacing the water, will not affect the normal humidification of the electrode humidifier, so that the environmental humidity will not fluctuate, ensure the constant humidity of the environment, and improve the user experience.

Further, the relay is turned on, so that the grounding element can release the electric potential in the charged water in the water-containing component. Through such a setting, the grounding element can be controlled to release the electric potential by controlling the grounding element to meet the needs of users and improve user experience .

Further, after the electric potential of the charged water in the water-containing component is released, the water in the water-containing component is discharged. Through this arrangement, the water in the water-containing component is completely uncharged when discharged, thereby improving the humidifier It is safe to avoid electric shock accidents.

Further, the drain valve is opened to drain the water in the water-containing part, so that after the grounding element releases the electric potential of the charged water in the water-containing part, the water in the water-containing part can be discharged in time by controlling the drain valve to open, so as to avoid The accumulation of water in the water-containing parts meets the needs of users and improves user experience.

Description of the drawings

Hereinafter, the preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings and in conjunction with an electrode humidifier for computer room air conditioning. In the accompanying drawings:

Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the electrode humidifier of the present invention;

Fig. 2 is a flowchart of the control method of the electrode humidifier of the present invention.

Detailed ways

First of all, those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are only used to explain the technical principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the protection scope of the present invention. For example, although the electrode humidifier of the present invention is described in conjunction with the electrode humidifier for computer room air conditioning, the electrode humidifier of the present invention can obviously also be applied to laboratories, wine cellars and homes. Such application scenarios and applications The adjustment and change of objects does not constitute a limitation to the present invention, and should be limited within the protection scope of the present invention.

It should be noted that in the description of the present invention, the terms "middle", "upper", "lower", "inner", "outer" and other terms indicating the direction or positional relationship are based on the direction or positional relationship shown in the drawings. The positional relationship is only for the convenience of description, and does not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, be configured and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation of the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", and "third" are only used for descriptive purposes, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

In addition, it should be noted that, in the description of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly defined and defined, the terms "set", "install", "connected", and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, they can be fixed The connection can also be a detachable connection or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, and it can be a connection between two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above-mentioned terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

Based on the problem that the existing electrode humidifier needs to be powered off and drained, which is pointed out in the background art, it is easy to cause the environmental humidity in the computer room to fluctuate. The present invention provides a humidifier for computer room air conditioning and a control method thereof, which aims to make the humidification container When replacing water, there is no need to cut off the power supply of the heating electrode, which will not affect the normal humidification of the electrode humidifier, so that the ambient humidity of the computer room will not fluctuate, ensure the constant humidity of the environment of the computer room, and improve the user experience.

The electrode humidifier of the present invention is configured on the computer room air conditioner. As shown in Figure 1, the electrode humidifier includes a humidification container 1, a heating electrode 2 extending into the humidification container 1, and a steam outlet 3 provided on the humidification container 1. The humidifier It also includes a water containing part and a grounding element. The water containing part is configured to contain the charged water discharged from the humidification container 1, and the grounding element is configured to selectively release the electric potential of the charged water in the water containing part. Among them, the electrode humidifier may include a controller, which is connected to the heating electrode 2 to control the heating electrode 2 to be energized to heat the water in the humidification container 1. Of course, the heating electrode 2 can also be directly connected to the controller of the computer room air conditioner Connect, and then control the heating electrode 2 to be energized and heated by the controller of the computer room air conditioner. Those skilled in the art can flexibly set the specific control method of the heating electrode 2 in practical applications. The following is the electrode humidifier including the controller and the controller is connected to the heating The electrode 2 connection is taken as an example to illustrate the technical solution of the present invention.

In the above, the water in the humidification container 1 can be heated by the heating electrode 2, and steam can be generated when the water is heated to boiling, and the steam can be discharged into the machine room through the steam outlet 3, thereby adjusting the environmental humidity in the machine room. When replacing the water, drain the charged water in the humidification container 1 into the water-containing part. At this time, the heating electrode 2 does not need to be powered off, so that the heating electrode 2 can still heat the water in the humidification container 1 and continue to humidify. The electric potential of the charged water into the humidifying container 1 can be released by the grounding element. In practical applications, the water in the humidifying container 1 can be completely replaced before the electric potential of the water in the water-containing component is released, or in the humidifying container 1 During the process of water replacement, the electric potential of the water in the water containing part is released. It should be noted that the replacement of water by the humidification container 1 refers to the fact that the water in the humidification container 1 flows into the water-containing part and at the same time injects water into the humidification container 1. In practical applications, manual water injection can be used. Of course, it is more preferable. Automatic water injection is performed, that is, the electrode humidifier of the present invention further includes a water inlet component connected to the controller, and the water inlet component is connected to the humidifying container 1 to inject water into the humidifying container 1. In addition, the water-containing component can be a water-containing bucket, a water-containing box, or a water-containing tank (for example, a water-containing tank is provided on a computer room air conditioner). Those skilled in the art can flexibly set the specific water-containing part in practical applications. The structure only needs to be capable of accommodating the charged water discharged from the humidification container 1 by the water-containing member. The following takes the water-containing part as an example of a water-containing bucket to further illustrate the technical solution of the present invention.

Preferably, as shown in FIG. 1, the water container 4 is connected to the humidification container 1 through a connecting channel, and a first valve 5 is provided on the connecting channel, and the first valve 5 is configured to control the opening and closing of the connecting channel. The setting position of the water container 4 is lower than that of the humidification container 1. When the first valve 5 is opened, the charged water in the humidification container 1 is discharged into the water container 4, and when the first valve 5 is closed, the humidification container 1 stops Drain the charged water into the water tank 4. The first valve 5 can be a manual valve. Of course, the first valve 5 is preferably a solenoid valve connected to the controller. The humidification container 1 can be realized by controlling the opening and closing of the solenoid valve by the controller. Whether to drain water into the water-containing bucket 4. In the above, if the setting position of the water holding bucket 4 is not lower than the setting position of the humidification container 1, a water pump can be arranged on the connecting channel, and the water pump is connected to the controller, so that the water in the humidification container 1 is drained by the pumping action of the water pump. Into the water-containing bucket 4. In the present invention, the water container 4 can also be directly arranged below the humidification container 1 (that is, the water container 4 and the humidification container 1 are not connected through a connecting channel), and a valve is provided at the bottom of the humidification container 1. When the valve is opened, the humidification container The charged water in 1 naturally flows into the water container 4 by gravity. When the valve is closed, the humidification container 1 stops discharging the charged water into the water container 4. Those skilled in the art can flexibly set the specific connection mode and setting mode of the water holding bucket 4 and the humidifying container 1 in practical applications. The specific connection mode of the water holding bucket 4 and the humidifying container 1 and the adjustment and change of the setting mode do not constitute a problem. The limitations of the invention should all fall within the protection scope of the invention.

Preferably, a drainage channel is provided on the water holding bucket 4, and a drainage valve 6 is provided on the drainage channel. The drainage valve 6 is configured to control the opening and closing of the drainage channel. The drain valve 6 may be a manual valve. Of course, the drain valve 6 is preferably a solenoid valve connected to a controller, and the controller can control the opening and closing of the solenoid valve to realize whether to drain the water in the water container 4. Of course, a valve can also be arranged at the bottom of the water container 4, when the valve is opened, the water in the water container 4 is discharged by gravity, and when the valve is closed, the water container 4 stops draining.

Preferably, as shown in Figure 1, the grounding element includes a grounding terminal 7, an inserting terminal 8, and a relay 9 connecting the grounding terminal 7 and the inserting terminal 8. The inserting terminal 8 extends into the water tank 4, and the relay 9 is set to control the grounding terminal. 7 is connected to and disconnected from the insertion end 8. Since the insertion end 8 extends into the water container 4, when the relay 9 is connected, the ground terminal 7 is connected to the insertion end 8. At this time, the electric potential of the charged water in the water container 4 can be released. After the potential release is completed, The relay 9 is disconnected, so that the ground terminal 7 and the insertion terminal 8 are disconnected. Of course, in the above, the relay 9 can also be cancelled, that is, the grounding terminal 7 is always connected to the insertion end 8. At this time, the insertion end 8 is connected to the lifting mechanism. The lifting mechanism can raise and lower the insertion end 8. When the lifting mechanism will When the insertion end 8 is raised, the insertion end 8 is moved out of the water container 4. When the lifting mechanism drops the insertion end 8 down, the insertion end 8 is moved into the water container 4, through this arrangement, the charging in the water container 4 is released When the water is in electric potential, the lifting mechanism will drop the insertion end 8 and move it into the water container 4. After the electric potential is released, the lifting mechanism will lift the insertion end 8 and move it out of the water container 4. The lifting mechanism can be a linear motor, hydraulic cylinder or air cylinder, etc. structure. Those skilled in the art can flexibly set the specific structure of the grounding element in practical applications, as long as the grounding element can selectively release the electric potential of the charged water in the water tank 4.

Preferably, the water inlet assembly includes a water storage container 10, a first water inlet channel, a second water inlet channel and a water inlet valve 11. The water inlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container 10, and the first water inlet channel The water outlet end of the second water inlet channel is connected to the humidification container 1, the water outlet end of the second water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container 10, the water inlet valve 11 is arranged on the second water inlet channel, and the water inlet valve 11 is arranged to control the second water inlet channel The opening and closing. The water storage container 10 can be a water storage bucket, a water storage box, or a water storage tank (for example, a water storage tank is provided on an air conditioner of a computer room). Those skilled in the art can flexibly set the water storage container 10 in practical applications. The specific structure. In addition, the water inlet valve 11 may be a manual valve. Of course, the water inlet valve 11 is preferably a solenoid valve connected to a controller. The opening and closing of the solenoid valve can be controlled by the controller to realize whether to inject water into the water storage container 10. In the above, a second valve (not shown in the figure) can also be provided on the first water inlet channel, and the second valve is configured to control the opening and closing of the first water inlet channel. Among them, the second valve may be a manual valve. Of course, the second valve is preferably a solenoid valve connected to a controller. The opening and closing of the solenoid valve can be controlled by the controller to realize whether the water storage container 10 fills the humidification container 1 with water. Of course, the water inlet assembly can also adopt a structure of a single water inlet channel or a combination of water inlet channel and water inlet valve. Those skilled in the art can flexibly set the specific structure of the water inlet assembly in practical applications, as long as the water inlet assembly can Just fill the humidification container 1 with water.

Preferably, a water level sensor 12 is provided on the humidification container 1, and the water level sensor 12 is used to detect the water level in the humidification container 1. The water level sensor 12 can detect the water level in the humidification container 1 so that when the water level of the humidification container 1 reaches a high water level, the water injection into the humidification container 1 can be stopped in time. Among them, the water level sensor 12 can be a non-contact sensor. Taking a laser sensor as an example, the laser sensor can detect the water level through laser emission and reception. Of course, the water level sensor 12 can also be a contact sensor, that is, when the water level touches the contact sensor. Only when the sensor can detect the liquid level.

In another aspect, the present invention also provides a control method based on the above-mentioned electrode humidifier. As shown in FIG. 2, the control method includes: draining the charged water in the humidification container 1 to the water container 4; The electric potential of the charged water is released. Among them, the electric potential of the charged water in the water container 4 can be released during the process of the humidification container 1 draining the water container 4, and the electric potential of the charged water in the water container 4 can be released after the humidification container 1 drains the water container 4 .

Preferably, the step of “draining the charged water in the humidification container 1 to the water container 4” specifically includes: opening the first valve 5; and draining the charged water in the humidification container 1 to the water container 4 through the connecting channel. The step of "releasing the electric potential of the charged water in the water container 4" specifically includes: turning on the relay 9; and releasing the electric potential of the charged water in the water container 4.

Preferably, after the step of "releasing the electric potential of the charged water in the water holding bucket 4 ", the control method of the present invention further includes: draining the water in the water holding bucket 4. That is to say, after the electric potential of the charged water in the water storage bucket 4 is completely released, the water in the water storage bucket 4 is discharged. With this arrangement, the water discharged from the water storage bucket 4 is completely uncharged, preventing the user from being contacted. And cause electric shock accident, improve safety. Specifically, the above-mentioned step of "draining the water in the water container 4" specifically includes: opening the drain valve 6; and draining the water in the water container 4 through the drain channel.

Preferably, before the step of "draining the charged water in the humidification container 1 to the water storage bucket 4", the control method of the present invention further includes: pouring water into the humidification container 1; heating the water in the humidification container 1; and steaming Outlet 3 ejects steam. That is to say, when the humidification container 1 humidifies the machine room, because the water in the humidification container 1 is continuously reduced, the concentration of calcium and magnesium ions gradually increases. In order to avoid scaling of the heating electrode 2, when the water level is relatively low, that is, calcium and magnesium. When the ion concentration is relatively large, the humidifier performs the operation of replacing water. Preferably, the control method of the present invention further includes: obtaining the water level in the humidification container 1; if the water level in the humidification container 1 reaches the preset water level, the above “draining the charged water in the humidification container 1 to the water container 4” is performed. A step of. That is to say, when the liquid level is lower than the preset liquid level, the charged water in the humidification container 1 is discharged into the water container 4. Those skilled in the art can flexibly set the specific liquid level value of the preset liquid level in practical applications, as long as the liquid level boundary point determined by the preset liquid level can determine when to perform the water replacement operation.

In a possible situation, if the water inlet component adopts the combination structure of the aforementioned middle water storage container 10, the first water inlet channel, the second water inlet channel and the water inlet valve 11, that is, the first water inlet channel The water inlet end is connected to the water storage container 10, the water outlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected to the humidification container 1, the water outlet end of the second water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container 10, and the water inlet valve 11 is arranged in the second water inlet channel Above, the water inlet valve 11 is set to be able to control the opening and closing of the second water inlet channel. The step of "injecting water into the humidification container 1" specifically includes: opening the water inlet valve 11; allowing water to pass through the second water inlet channel and the water storage container 10 and the first water inlet channel are injected into the humidification container 1. That is to say, when the water inlet valve 11 is opened, the external water flows directly into the humidification container 1 through the second water inlet channel, the water storage container 10 and the first water inlet channel.

In another possible situation, if the water inlet component adopts the aforementioned combination structure of the aforementioned middle water storage container 10, the first water inlet channel, the second water inlet channel, the water inlet valve 11 and the second valve, that is, the first The water inlet end of a water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container 10, the water outlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected to the humidification container 1, the water outlet end of the second water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container 10, and the water inlet valve 11 is arranged at On the second water inlet channel, the water inlet valve 11 is configured to control the opening and closing of the second water inlet channel, the second valve is configured on the first water inlet channel, and the second valve is configured to control the opening of the first water inlet channel. Closed, the steps of "injecting water into the humidification container 1" specifically include: opening the water inlet valve 11; allowing water to be injected into the water storage container 10 through the second water inlet channel; opening the second valve; allowing the water in the water storage container 10 to pass through The first water inlet channel is injected into the humidification container 1. That is to say, after the water inlet valve 11 is opened, the external water flows into the water storage container 10 first. At this time, the second valve needs to be opened to inject the water in the water storage container 10 into the humidification container 1.

The technical solution of the present invention will be described below with a specific embodiment. As shown in FIG. 1, first, after receiving the humidification signal, the electrode humidifier opens the water inlet valve 11, and the external tap water enters the water storage container 10 first. , And then start to inject water into the humidification container 1. At this time, the heating electrode 2 is electrically heated. When the water level in the humidification container 1 rises and touches the heating electrode 2, the heating electrode 2 starts to heat the water. When the water level continues to rise and When contacting the water level sensor 12, the water level sensor 12 sends a signal to the controller, and the controller controls the water inlet valve 11 to close, thereby stopping the water injection. During the humidification process of the electrode humidifier, the first valve 5 is in the closed state, the relay 9 is in the off state, and the drain valve 6 is in the open state.

When the cumulative humidification time reaches the controller preset time t0, as the water in the humidification container 1 evaporates and decreases, the concentration of dissolved calcium and magnesium ions gradually increases. In order to delay the scaling rate on the surface of the heating electrode 2 and improve the electrode humidifier The service life requires a water replacement operation in which high-concentration wastewater is discharged from the humidification container 1 and fresh water is injected. At this time, the drain valve 6 is closed and the relay 9 is disconnected. After the first preset time (for example, 10 seconds), the first valve 5 Open, the water inlet valve 11 is opened, the humidification container 1 of the electrode humidifier discharges high-concentration wastewater while injecting fresh water, the water in the humidification container 1 is diluted, and the humidification electrode is in a continuous power-on state during the water replacement process. The water in the humidification container 1 is continuously heated to ensure the continuous and stable generation of steam.

When the draining time continues to t1, the first valve 5 is closed, the humidification container 1 stops draining, and after the water inlet valve 11 continues to fill with water for Δt, the water inlet valve 11 is closed to stop the water filling operation (that is, the first valve 5 is opened for draining time for t1, The water inlet valve 11 is opened and the water injection time is t1+Δt), and the entire humidification container 1 water replacement operation is completed. During the water replacement process, the waste water discharged from the humidification container 1 enters the water container 4 below, and the drain valve 6 is closed at this time State, the relay 9 is in an off state.

After the water inlet valve 11 is closed for a second preset time (for example, 30 seconds), the relay 9 is closed for a third preset time (for example, 10 seconds), the water in the water tank 4 is connected to the ground, and the waste water is released. After the residual potential exists, after the third preset time, the drain valve 6 is opened, and the relay 9 is disconnected, and the waste water in the water tank 4 is discharged to complete the water injection and drainage cycle of the entire electrode humidifier.

So far, the technical solutions of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the preferred embodiments shown in the drawings. However, those skilled in the art will readily understand that the protection scope of the present invention is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principle of the present invention, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after these changes or substitutions will fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

A humidifier, the humidifier comprising a humidifying container, a heating electrode extending into the humidifying container, and a steam outlet provided on the humidifying container, characterized in that the humidifier further includes a water containing part and a grounding element The water containing component is configured to be able to contain the charged water discharged from the humidification container, and the grounding element is configured to be capable of selectively releasing the electric potential of the charged water in the water containing component.
The humidifier according to claim 1, wherein the water containing component is connected to the humidification container through a connecting channel, and a first valve is provided on the connecting channel, and the first valve is configured to control the The opening and closing of the connecting channel.
The humidifier according to claim 1, wherein a drainage channel is provided on the water containing member, a drainage valve is provided on the drainage channel, and the drainage valve is configured to control the opening and closing of the drainage channel .
The humidifier according to claim 1, wherein the grounding element includes a grounding end, an insertion end, and a relay connecting the grounding end and the insertion end, and the insertion end extends into the water-containing part , The relay is configured to be able to control the connection and disconnection of the ground terminal and the insertion terminal.
The humidifier according to claim 1, wherein the humidifier further comprises a water inlet component, and the water inlet component is connected to the humidification container.
The humidifier according to claim 5, wherein the water inlet assembly includes a water storage container, a first water inlet channel, a second water inlet channel, and a water inlet valve, and the water inlet of the first water inlet channel The end is connected to the water storage container, the outlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected to the humidification container, the outlet end of the second water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container, and the water inlet valve is provided On the second water inlet channel, the water inlet valve is arranged to be able to control the opening and closing of the second water inlet channel.
The humidifier according to claim 6, wherein a second valve is provided on the first water inlet channel, and the second valve is configured to control the opening and closing of the first water inlet channel.
The humidifier according to claim 1, wherein a water level sensor is provided on the humidification container, and the water level sensor is used to detect the water level in the humidification container.
A computer room air conditioner, wherein the computer room air conditioner comprises the humidifier according to any one of claims 1 to 8.
A method for controlling a humidifier, wherein the humidifier includes a humidification container, a heating electrode extending into the humidification container, and a steam outlet provided on the humidification container, and the humidifier further includes a water-containing component And a grounding element, where the water containing part is configured to contain the charged water discharged from the humidification container, and the grounding element is configured to be capable of selectively releasing the electric potential of the charged water in the water containing part;

The control method includes:

Draining the charged water in the humidification container to the water containing component;

The electric potential of the charged water in the water containing part is released.
The control method according to claim 10, wherein the water-containing component is connected to the humidification container through a connecting channel, and a first valve is provided on the connecting channel, and the first valve is configured to control all The opening and closing of the connecting channel;

The step of "draining the charged water in the humidification container to the water containing component" specifically includes:

Open the first valve;

The charged water in the humidification container is discharged to the water containing part through the connecting channel.
The control method according to claim 10, wherein the ground element includes a ground terminal, an insertion end, and a relay connecting the ground terminal and the insertion end, and the insertion end extends into the water-containing part , The relay is configured to be able to control the connection and disconnection of the ground terminal and the insertion terminal;

The step of "releasing the electric potential of the charged water in the water containing component" specifically includes:

Turn on the relay;

The electric potential of the charged water in the water containing part is released.
The control method according to claim 10, characterized in that, after the step of "releasing the electric potential of the charged water in the water containing component", the control method further comprises:

The water in the water containing part is discharged.
The control method according to claim 13, wherein a drainage channel is provided on the water containing member, a drainage valve is provided on the drainage channel, and the drainage valve is configured to control the opening and closing of the drainage channel. ；

The step of "draining the water in the water containing component" specifically includes:

Open the drain valve;

The water in the water containing part is discharged through the drainage channel.
The control method according to claim 10, characterized in that, before the step of "draining the charged water in the humidification container to the water containing component", the control method further comprises:

Pour water into the humidification container;

Heating the water in the humidification container;

The steam outlet is made to spray steam.
The control method of claim 15, wherein a water level sensor is provided on the humidification container, and the water level sensor is used to detect the water level in the humidification container;

While the step of "making the steam outlet spray steam", the control method further includes:

Obtaining the water level in the humidification container;

If the water level in the humidification container reaches the preset water level, the step of "draining the charged water in the humidification container to the water containing component" is performed.
The control method according to claim 15, wherein the humidifier further comprises a water inlet component, the water inlet component is connected to the humidification container, and the water inlet component comprises a water storage container, a first water inlet A channel, a second water inlet channel and a water inlet valve, the water inlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected with the water storage container, the water outlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected with the humidification container, and the The water outlet end of the second water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container, the water inlet valve is arranged on the second water inlet channel, and the water inlet valve is configured to control the opening of the second water inlet channel. close;

The step of "injecting water into the humidification container" specifically includes:

Open the water inlet valve;

Water is injected into the humidification container through the second water inlet channel, the water storage container and the first water inlet channel.
The control method according to claim 15, wherein the humidifier further comprises a water inlet component, the water inlet component is connected to the humidification container, and the water inlet component comprises a water storage container, a first water inlet Channel, second water inlet channel and water inlet valve, the water inlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container, the water outlet end of the first water inlet channel is connected to the humidification container, the The water outlet end of the second water inlet channel is connected to the water storage container, the water inlet valve is arranged on the second water inlet channel, and the water inlet valve is configured to control the opening of the second water inlet channel. Closed, a second valve is provided on the first water inlet channel, and the second valve is configured to control the opening and closing of the first water inlet channel;

The step of "injecting water into the humidification container" specifically includes:

Open the water inlet valve;

Inject water into the water storage container through the second water inlet channel;

Open the second valve;

The water in the water storage container is injected into the humidification container through the first water inlet channel.