WO2023172030A1 - Machine à glaçons et réfrigérateur - Google Patents

Machine à glaçons et réfrigérateur Download PDF

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WO2023172030A1
WO2023172030A1 PCT/KR2023/003109 KR2023003109W WO2023172030A1 WO 2023172030 A1 WO2023172030 A1 WO 2023172030A1 KR 2023003109 W KR2023003109 W KR 2023003109W WO 2023172030 A1 WO2023172030 A1 WO 2023172030A1
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서창호
이욱용
이남교
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엘지전자 주식회사
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25C—PRODUCING, WORKING OR HANDLING ICE
    • F25C1/00—Producing ice
    • F25C1/18—Producing ice of a particular transparency or translucency, e.g. by injecting air
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25C—PRODUCING, WORKING OR HANDLING ICE
    • F25C1/00—Producing ice
    • F25C1/22—Construction of moulds; Filling devices for moulds
    • F25C1/24—Construction of moulds; Filling devices for moulds for refrigerators, e.g. freezing trays
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25C—PRODUCING, WORKING OR HANDLING ICE
    • F25C1/00—Producing ice
    • F25C1/22—Construction of moulds; Filling devices for moulds
    • F25C1/25—Filling devices for moulds
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25C—PRODUCING, WORKING OR HANDLING ICE
    • F25C5/00—Working or handling ice
    • F25C5/02—Apparatus for disintegrating, removing or harvesting ice
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D23/00—General constructional features
    • F25D23/02—Doors; Covers
    • F25D23/04—Doors; Covers with special compartments, e.g. butter conditioners
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D23/00—General constructional features
    • F25D23/12—Arrangements of compartments additional to cooling compartments; Combinations of refrigerators with other equipment, e.g. stove
    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F25—REFRIGERATION OR COOLING; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS; MANUFACTURE OR STORAGE OF ICE; LIQUEFACTION SOLIDIFICATION OF GASES
    • F25D—REFRIGERATORS; COLD ROOMS; ICE-BOXES; COOLING OR FREEZING APPARATUS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • F25D29/00—Arrangement or mounting of control or safety devices

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  • This specification relates to ice making devices and refrigerators.
  • a refrigerator In general, a refrigerator is a home appliance that allows food to be stored at low temperature in an internal storage space shielded by the refrigerator door. It cools the inside of the storage space using cold air generated through heat exchange with the refrigerant circulating in the refrigeration cycle. It is designed to store stored food in optimal condition.
  • the refrigerator may be placed independently in a kitchen or living room, or may be stored in a kitchen cabinet.
  • Refrigerators are gradually becoming larger and more multi-functional in accordance with changes in eating habits and the trend of higher quality products, and refrigerators equipped with various structures and convenience devices that take user convenience into consideration are being released.
  • the automatic ice maker includes an ice-making chamber for forming ice, an evaporator disposed above the ice-making chamber, a water dish disposed below the ice-making chamber and rotatably supported by a support shaft, and a lower side of the water dish. It may include an ice-making water tank assembled to the ice-making water tank, a supply pump connected to the ice-making water tank, a rotatable guide member located on one side of the ice-making water tank, and an ice storage compartment in which ice is stored.
  • water is supplied from a supply pump while the water dish closes the space of the ice-making chamber, and the water supplied to the ice-making cell can be cooled by an evaporator.
  • high-temperature gas is supplied to the evaporator to heat the ice-making cell, and at the same time, the water dish is tilted downward, and in the process of tilting the water dish downward, the guide member is rotated to cover the upper side of the water dish. do.
  • ice-making cell is heated, ice is separated from the ice-making cell, falls to the upper side of the guide member, and finally moves to the ice storage compartment.
  • This embodiment provides an ice making device and a refrigerator capable of producing different types of ice.
  • an ice making device and a refrigerator in which different types of ice can be separated and stored are provided.
  • an ice making device and a refrigerator capable of stably supplying water into an ice making cell are provided.
  • an ice making device and a refrigerator are provided in which interference with water discharged from an ice making cell is minimized during the process of supplying water to the ice making cell.
  • an ice making device and a refrigerator are provided that improve ice moving efficiency by supplying water to the ice making unit during the moving process.
  • an ice making device and a refrigerator are provided in which water is evenly supplied from a water supply device to a plurality of ice making cells, thereby improving ice separation performance in the plurality of ice making cells.
  • an ice maker and refrigerator are provided that can reduce ice removal time by improving ice separation performance.
  • An ice making device in an ice making room and may include an ice making unit for generating ice.
  • the ice making device may further include a water supply unit for supplying water to the ice making unit during the ice making process.
  • the ice making unit may include a first tray including a first ice making cell in which first ice is formed.
  • the ice making unit may include a second tray having a second ice making cell in which second ice is formed.
  • the water supply unit may include a first water supply unit including a first water supply hole for supplying water to the first ice-making cell.
  • the water supply unit may include a second water supply unit including a second water supply hole that supplies water to the second ice-making cell.
  • the number of first ice-making cells receiving water from one first water supply hole may be different from the number of second ice-making cells receiving water from one second water supply hole.
  • the first ice and the second ice may be of different types.
  • the first ice and the second ice may differ in one or more of transparency, size, and shape.
  • One first water supply hole can supply water to a plurality of first ice-making cells.
  • One second water supply hole can supply water to one second ice-making cell.
  • the volume of the first ice making cell may be smaller than the volume of the second ice making cell.
  • the sum of the volumes of the plurality of first ice-making cells may be greater than the sum of the volumes of the plurality of second ice-making chambers.
  • the first tray may include a first opening for discharging the first ice.
  • the diameter or size of the first opening may be the same as or larger than the diameter or size of the first ice making cell.
  • the second tray may include a plurality of tray units for the second ice making cell.
  • One or more of the plurality of tray units may be movable to separate the second ice from the second ice making cell.
  • the first water supply unit may include a first nozzle end where the first water supply hole is formed.
  • the second water supply unit may include a second nozzle end where the second water supply hole is formed.
  • the length of the second nozzle end may be longer than the length of the first nozzle end.
  • the second water supply unit may include a water supply pipe through which water flows.
  • the second water supply unit may further include a water supply nozzle connected to the water supply pipe.
  • the second water nozzle may include a nozzle body.
  • the second water nozzle may further include an inclined surface extending from the nozzle body.
  • the second nozzle end may protrude from the inclined surface.
  • the second nozzle end may include a first part extending from the inclined surface.
  • the diameter of the first part may be the same or decrease toward one side.
  • the second nozzle end may further include a second part extending from the first part.
  • the second water supply hole may be formed in the second part.
  • the diameter of the first water supply hole may be larger than the diameter of the second water supply hole.
  • the position of the first water supply unit may be fixed during the moving process.
  • the location of the second water supply unit may change during the moving process.
  • the first water supply unit may be disposed at a location spaced apart from the first tray.
  • the second water supply unit may be installed in the second tray.
  • the second tray may include a first tray portion forming a part of the second ice making cell.
  • the second tray may be in contact with the first tray unit during an ice-making process, and may further include a second tray unit disposed to be spaced apart from the first tray unit during a moving process.
  • the second water supply unit may be installed to move together with the second tray unit.
  • the second tray portion may include an opening.
  • the second water hole may be aligned with the opening.
  • the second water supply unit may further include a discharge opening through which water supplied to the second ice-making cell is discharged.
  • the ice making device may further include a water supply mechanism for supplying water to the outside of the ice making unit forming a plurality of ice making cells during the ice making process after completion of ice making.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a first direction, and a plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a second direction crossing the first direction.
  • the water supply device may include an inflow pipe and a plurality of branch pipes through which water in the inflow pipe branches and flows.
  • a first branch pipe among the plurality of branch pipes may be arranged to face the space between adjacent first cells and second cells among the plurality of ice-making cells arranged in the second direction.
  • the number of ice-making cells arranged in the first direction may be greater than the number of ice-making cells arranged in the second direction.
  • the plurality of branch pipes may be arranged to be spaced apart in the second direction, and each of the plurality of branch pipes may extend in the first direction.
  • the first branch pipe may include a first hole for discharging water into the first cell.
  • the first branch pipe may further include a second hole for discharging water into the second cell.
  • a second branch pipe among the plurality of branch pipes may be arranged to face the space between adjacent third and fourth cells among the plurality of ice-making cells arranged in the second direction.
  • the second branch pipe may include a first hole for discharging water into the third cell.
  • the second branch pipe may further include a second hole for discharging water into the fourth cell.
  • the first branch pipe or the second branch pipe may include a plurality of hole groups spaced apart in the first direction.
  • the plurality of hole groups may be provided in the same number as the plurality of ice-making cells arranged in the first direction.
  • the first hole and the second hole may be arranged to be spaced apart from one end to both sides based on the circumference of the first branch pipe or the second branch pipe.
  • the ice making device may further include a refrigerant pipe adjacent to or in contact with the ice making unit and through which a refrigerant for cooling the ice making unit flows during an ice making process.
  • the refrigerant pipe may be located between the ice-making unit and the water supply mechanism.
  • the refrigerant pipe may include a plurality of straight parts and a connection part connecting two adjacent straight parts among the plurality of straight parts. One or more of the plurality of straight parts may extend in a direction parallel to one or more of the plurality of branch pipes.
  • the ice making device is disposed adjacent to or in contact with the ice making unit, and may further include a refrigerant pipe through which a refrigerant for heating the ice making unit flows during the ice moving process.
  • the ice making device may further include a water supply valve that regulates the flow of water to the water supply mechanism.
  • the water supply valve is turned on, and after the water supply valve is turned on, refrigerant for heating the ice making unit may flow through the refrigerant pipe.
  • Refrigerant for heating the ice-making unit may flow through the refrigerant pipe before the water supply valve is turned off or after the water supply valve is turned off.
  • An ice making device may be provided in an ice making room and include an ice making unit for generating ice.
  • the ice making device may include a water supply unit for supplying water to the ice making unit during the ice making process.
  • the ice making device may further include an inner housing in which the water supply unit is supported.
  • the ice making unit may include a first tray including a first ice making cell in which first ice is formed.
  • the water supply unit may include a first water supply unit for supplying water to the first ice-making cell.
  • the water supply unit may further include a connector connected to the first water supply unit and supported on the inner housing.
  • the inner housing may include a first mounting part for supporting the first water supply part.
  • the inner housing may include a second mounting part that is spaced apart from the first mounting part and supports the connector.
  • the first water supply unit may include a water supply pipe through which water flows.
  • the first water supply part may further include a first extension part extending from the water supply pipe and seated on the first mounting part.
  • the connector may include a second extension portion to be mounted on the second mounting portion. It may further include an intermediate member connecting the first water supply unit and the connector between the first water supply unit and the connector.
  • the ice making unit may further include a second tray having a second ice making cell in which a different type of second ice from the first ice is formed.
  • the water supply unit may further include a second water supply unit for supplying water to the second ice-making cell.
  • the second water supply unit may be disposed between the first water supply unit and the connector.
  • the first water supply part may include a first connection part.
  • the second water supply part may include a second connection part connected to the first connection part.
  • the second water supply unit may further include a third connection unit connected to the connector.
  • a refrigerator may include a storage compartment where goods are stored.
  • the refrigerator may further include a cooler for supplying cold to the storage compartment.
  • the refrigerator may further include a first tray including a first ice-making cell in which first ice is formed by the cold.
  • the refrigerator may further include a second tray having a second ice-making cell in which second ice of a different type from the first ice is formed by the cold.
  • the refrigerator may further include a first water supply unit including a first water supply hole for supplying water to the first ice-making cell.
  • the refrigerator may further include a second water supply unit including a second water supply hole that supplies water to the second ice-making cell.
  • the refrigerator may further include a controller that controls the supply of cold to the storage compartment.
  • the diameter of the first water hole may be different from the diameter of the second water hole.
  • the position of the first water supply hole during the ice-making process may be the same as the position of the first water supply hole during the ice-making process.
  • the position of the second water hole during the ice-making process may be different from the position of the second water hole during the ice-making process.
  • An ice making device may include a tray having a plurality of ice making cells for generating ice.
  • the ice making device may further include a water supply mechanism for supplying water to the outside of the tray during the ice making process after completion of ice making.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a plurality in a first direction.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a second direction crossing the first direction.
  • the water supply mechanism may include an inlet pipe.
  • the water supply mechanism may further include a plurality of branch pipes through which water in the inflow pipe is branched and flows.
  • a first branch pipe among the plurality of branch pipes may be arranged to face the space between adjacent first cells and second cells among the plurality of ice-making cells arranged in the second direction.
  • the number of ice-making cells arranged in the first direction may be greater than the number of ice-making cells arranged in the second direction.
  • the plurality of branch pipes may be arranged to be spaced apart in the second direction, and each of the plurality of branch pipes may extend in the first direction.
  • the first branch pipe may include a first hole for discharging water into the first cell.
  • the first branch pipe may further include a second hole for discharging water into the second cell.
  • a second branch pipe among the plurality of branch pipes may be arranged to face the space between adjacent third and fourth cells among the plurality of ice-making cells arranged in the second direction.
  • the second branch pipe may include a first hole for discharging water into the third cell.
  • the second branch pipe may further include a second hole for discharging water into the fourth cell.
  • the first hole and the second hole are referred to as a hole group
  • the first branch pipe or the second branch pipe may include a plurality of hole groups spaced apart in the first direction.
  • the plurality of hole groups may be provided in the same number as the plurality of ice-making cells arranged in the first direction.
  • the first hole and the second hole may be arranged to be spaced apart from one end to both sides based on the circumference of the first branch pipe or the second branch pipe.
  • the ice making device may further include a refrigerant pipe adjacent to or in contact with the tray and through which a refrigerant for cooling the tray flows during the ice making process.
  • the refrigerant pipe may be located on one side of the tray.
  • the water supply mechanism may be located on one side of the refrigerant pipe.
  • the refrigerant pipe may be located between the tray and the water supply mechanism.
  • the refrigerant pipe may include a plurality of straight sections.
  • the refrigerant pipe may further include a connection part connecting two adjacent straight parts among the plurality of straight parts. One or more of the plurality of straight parts may extend in a direction parallel to one or more of the plurality of branch pipes.
  • the ice making device is disposed adjacent to or in contact with the tray and may further include a refrigerant pipe through which a refrigerant for heating the tray flows during the ice moving process.
  • the ice making device may further include a water supply valve that regulates the flow of water to the water supply mechanism. After ice making is completed, the water supply valve is turned on, and after the water supply valve is turned on, refrigerant for heating the tray may flow through the refrigerant pipe.
  • Refrigerant for heating the tray may flow through the refrigerant pipe before the water supply valve is turned off or after the water supply valve is turned off.
  • the ice making device may further include a water supply unit for supplying water to a plurality of ice making cells of the tray during the ice making process.
  • An ice making device may include a tray having a plurality of ice making cells for generating ice.
  • the ice making device may further include a water supply mechanism for supplying water to the outside of the tray during the ice making process after completion of ice making.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a plurality in a first direction.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a second direction crossing the first direction.
  • the water supply mechanism is located on one side of the tray and may include a supply unit having a plurality of holes for discharging water to correspond to each of the plurality of ice-making cells.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells arranged in the second direction may include first to fourth cells arranged sequentially.
  • a first branch pipe among the plurality of branch pipes may overlap the space between the first cell and the second cell in a vertical or horizontal direction.
  • a second branch pipe among the plurality of branch pipes may overlap the space between the third cell and the fourth cell in a vertical or horizontal direction.
  • Each of the branch pipes may not overlap in a direction perpendicular to the space between the second cell and the third cell.
  • An ice making device may include a tray having a plurality of ice making cells for generating ice.
  • the ice making device is adjacent to or in contact with the tray and may include a refrigerant pipe through which refrigerant flows to cool the tray during the ice making process.
  • the ice making device may further include a water supply mechanism for supplying water to the outside of the tray during the ice making process after completion of ice making.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a first direction, and a plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a second direction crossing the first direction.
  • the water supply mechanism may include an inlet pipe located adjacent to a first outer cell located on the outer side of one of the plurality of ice-making cells arranged in the first direction.
  • the water supply device may further include a supply pipe connected to the inflow pipe and having a plurality of holes for discharging water.
  • the supply pipe may extend up to a second outer cell located on the outer side of the other of the plurality of ice-making cells.
  • the refrigerant pipe may include a plurality of straight sections.
  • the refrigerant pipe may further include a connection part connecting two adjacent straight parts among the plurality of straight parts.
  • the connection portion may be located adjacent to the second outer cell.
  • An ice making device may include a tray having a plurality of ice making cells for generating ice.
  • the ice making device may further include a water supply mechanism for supplying water to the outside of the tray during the ice making process after completion of ice making.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a plurality in a first direction.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a second direction crossing the first direction.
  • the water supply mechanism may include an inlet pipe.
  • the water supply mechanism may further include a supply pipe that supplies water from the inflow pipe to the tray.
  • the supply pipe When the number of ice-making cells arranged in the second direction is 2A, more than A supply pipes are provided, and A is 1 or more.
  • the supply pipe When the number of the plurality of ice-making cells arranged in the second direction is 2A-1, the supply pipe is provided in A-1 or more, and A is 2 or more.
  • the supply pipe When the number of ice-making cells arranged in the second direction is 2A, the supply pipe may be arranged to overlap the space between two adjacent ice-making cells.
  • a refrigerator may include a cabinet having a storage compartment.
  • the refrigerator may further include a door that opens and closes the storage compartment.
  • the refrigerator may further include an ice-making chamber provided in the door or the cabinet.
  • the refrigerator is provided in the ice-making compartment and may further include a tray having a plurality of ice-making cells for producing ice.
  • the refrigerator may further include a water supply mechanism for supplying water to the outside of the tray during the ice-making process after ice-making is completed.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a plurality in a first direction.
  • the plurality of ice-making cells may be arranged in a second direction crossing the first direction.
  • the water supply mechanism may include an inlet pipe.
  • the water supply mechanism may further include a plurality of branch pipes through which water in the inflow pipe is branched and flows.
  • different types of ice can be produced, and the different types of ice produced can be stored separately. Therefore, users have the advantage of being able to use various types of ice.
  • an ice making device and a refrigerator are provided in which water can be stably supplied into an ice making cell because the water supply unit supplies water while being coupled to the tray unit.
  • interference with water discharged from the ice-making cell can be minimized.
  • water is supplied to the ice-making unit during the moving process, so moving efficiency can be improved.
  • water is evenly supplied from the water supply mechanism to the plurality of ice-making cells, thereby improving ice separation performance in the plurality of ice-making cells.
  • FIG. 1 and 2 are diagrams showing water being supplied to an ice-making unit according to a first embodiment.
  • Figure 3 is a perspective view showing the arrangement of a first tray unit and a second tray unit in the first embodiment.
  • FIGS. 4 and 5 are perspective views showing the ice making unit and cooler of the first embodiment.
  • Figure 6 is a plan view of an ice making unit according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 7 is a bottom view of the ice making unit according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 8-8 in Figure 7.
  • Figure 9 is a perspective view showing the arrangement relationship between the first tray unit, the first refrigerant pipe, and the water supply mechanism according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 10 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 10-10 of Figure 9.
  • Figure 11 is a top perspective view of a water supply mechanism according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 12 is a lower perspective view of the water supply mechanism according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 13 is a bottom view of a water supply mechanism according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
  • Figure 14 is an exploded perspective view of the guide, water supply unit, and mounting housing according to the first embodiment.
  • Figure 15 is a diagram showing a state in which the first water supply unit and the second water supply unit are separated according to the first embodiment.
  • Figure 16 is a perspective view showing a first water supply nozzle and a second water supply nozzle according to the first embodiment.
  • 17 is a view showing the water supply assembly of the first embodiment being mounted on the inner housing.
  • Figure 18 is a view showing the guide of the first embodiment being mounted on the inner housing.
  • Figure 19 is a view showing a state in which the other tray is spaced apart from one tray in the first embodiment.
  • Fig. 20 is a top perspective view of the supporter in the first embodiment.
  • Fig. 21 is a bottom perspective view of the supporter in the first embodiment.
  • Figure 22 is a diagram showing the process in which water is supplied to the ice-making unit during the ice-making process.
  • Figure 23 is a diagram showing water being supplied from the first water supply unit to the first ice-making cell.
  • Figure 24 is a diagram showing water being supplied from the second water supply unit to the second ice-making cell.
  • 25 is a diagram showing the ice making unit in a state in which ice making has been completed.
  • FIG. 26 is a perspective view showing the process in which water is supplied from the water supply device to the ice-making unit during the moving process.
  • FIG. 27 is a diagram showing the process in which water is supplied from the water supply device to the ice-making unit in the diagram of FIG. 22.
  • Figure 28 is a view showing the ice making unit in the moving process
  • Fig. 29 is a plan view showing the arrangement of an ice making unit and a water supply mechanism according to the second embodiment.
  • Figure 30 is a diagram showing water being supplied to the ice-making unit according to the third embodiment.
  • Figure 31 is a bottom perspective view of the second tray unit of the third embodiment.
  • Figure 32 is a perspective view of a supporter according to a third embodiment.
  • Figure 33 is a view showing the second water supply unit of the third embodiment installed on the supporter.
  • Figure 34 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 34-34 of Figure 33.
  • Figure 35 is a perspective view of the pusher of the third embodiment.
  • Figure 36 is a diagram showing a connector being coupled to the first water supply unit according to the third embodiment.
  • Figure 37 is a diagram showing the process in which water is supplied to the ice-making unit during the ice-making process according to the third embodiment.
  • Figure 38 is a diagram showing the arrangement of a water supply tube and an inlet pipe in the ice making process according to the third embodiment.
  • Figure 39 is a diagram showing the arrangement of a water supply tube and an inlet pipe during a moving process according to the third embodiment.
  • Figure 40 is a bottom perspective view of a second tray unit according to the fourth embodiment.
  • Figure 41 is a view showing the other side tray, supporter, and second water supply unit according to the fourth embodiment.
  • Figure 42 is a lower perspective view of the other tray according to the fourth embodiment.
  • Figure 43 is a top perspective view of a supporter according to the fourth embodiment.
  • Figure 44 is a lower perspective view of the supporter of the fourth embodiment.
  • Figure 45 is a perspective view of the second water supply unit according to the fourth embodiment.
  • Figure 46 is a perspective view showing the heater according to the fourth embodiment mounted on the other tray.
  • Figure 47 is a perspective view showing the second water supply unit coupled to the supporter according to the fourth embodiment.
  • Figure 48 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 48-48 of Figure 47.
  • Figure 49 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 49-49 of Figure 47.
  • Figure 50 is a diagram showing a state in which ice making is completed in the second tray unit according to the fourth embodiment.
  • Figure 51 is a diagram showing the second tray unit in the moving process according to the fourth embodiment.
  • FIG 1 and 2 are diagrams showing water being supplied to the ice making unit in the ice making device according to the first embodiment.
  • the ice making device 1 of this embodiment may include an ice making unit 40 .
  • the ice making unit 40 may produce ice.
  • the ice making unit 40 may be located in an ice making room.
  • the ice making unit 40 may produce a single type of ice or at least two different types of ice.
  • the ice making unit 40 produces at least two different types of ice.
  • the ice making unit 40 may include a first tray unit 410 for forming a first type of first ice.
  • the ice making unit 40 may further include a second tray unit 450 for forming a second type of ice different from the first type.
  • the first ice (I1) and the second ice (I2) may differ in one or more of shape, size, transparency, etc.
  • the first ice (I1) is polygonal ice
  • the second ice (I2) is spherical ice.
  • Ice generated in the first tray unit 410 may be stored in the first storage space. Ice generated in the second tray unit 450 may be stored in the second storage space.
  • the cabinet 10 may further include a guide 70 that guides the ice separated from the ice making unit 40.
  • the guide 70 may be arranged to be spaced apart from the ice making unit 40 .
  • the guide 70 may guide the first ice separated from the first tray unit 410.
  • the guide 70 may guide the second ice separated from the second tray unit 450.
  • the ice making device 1 may further include a partition plate 80 to prevent the first ice and the second ice falling on the guide 70 from mixing.
  • the ice making device 1 may include a water supply passage for guiding water supplied from a water supply source to the ice making unit 40.
  • the water supply flow path may include a first flow path connected to the water supply source 302.
  • a water supply valve may be provided in the first flow path.
  • the water supply passage may further include a second passage connected to the water supply valve.
  • the second flow path may be connected to a filter.
  • the water supply passage may further include a third passage that guides the water that has passed through the filter.
  • the ice making device 1 may further include a water supply mechanism 320.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may be connected to the third flow path.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may supply water to the ice making unit 40 during the water supply process.
  • the ice making device 1 may further include a water supply unit 330.
  • the water supply unit 330 may supply water to the ice making unit 40 during the ice making process.
  • the water supply unit 330 may store water supplied from the water supply mechanism 320 and supply it to the ice making unit 40 .
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may be referred to as a first water supply unit.
  • the water supply unit 730 may be referred to as a second water supply unit.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may be located on one side of the ice making unit 40. Water supplied from the water supply mechanism 320 may fall into the ice making unit 40.
  • the water supply unit 330 may be located on the other side of the ice making unit 40.
  • the water supply unit 330 may store water supplied from the water supply mechanism 320 and supply it to the ice making unit 40 . 1 and 2, the dotted line shows the flow of water supplied from the water supply mechanism 320, and the solid line shows the flow of water supplied from the water supply unit 330.
  • the water supply unit 330 may include a water storage unit 350 in which water is stored.
  • the ice making unit 40 may include one or more passage holes 426 through which water passes. The water supplied from the water supply mechanism 320 and dropped toward the ice-making unit 40 may be stored in the water storage unit 350 after passing through the passage hole 426.
  • the guide 70 may be provided with a plurality of through holes through which water passing through the ice making unit 40 passes.
  • the water supplied from the water supply device 320 may fall to one side of the ice-making unit 40 and then pass through the ice-making unit 40 and be stored in the water storage unit 350. there is.
  • the water storage unit 350 may be provided with a water level detection unit 356 that detects the water level. When the water level of the water storage unit 350 detected by the water level detection unit 356 reaches the reference water level, the water supply valve may be turned off.
  • the process from when the water supply valve is turned on to when the water supply valve is turned off may be referred to as a water supply process.
  • the water supply valve may be turned off when the water level of the water storage unit 350 detected by the water level detection unit 356 reaches the reference water level.
  • the water supply unit 330 may further include water pumps 360 and 362 for pumping water stored in the water storage unit 350.
  • the water stored in the water storage unit 350 may be pumped by the water pumps 360 and 362 and supplied to the ice-making unit 40.
  • the water pumps 360 and 362 may include a first pump 360.
  • the water pumps 360 and 362 may further include a second pump 362.
  • When the first pump 360 operates water may be supplied to the first tray unit 410.
  • the second pump 362 operates, water may be supplied to the second tray unit 450.
  • the first pump 360 and the second pump 362 may operate independently.
  • the pumping capacities of the first pump 360 and the second pump 362 may be the same or different.
  • the water supply unit 330 may further include first connection pipes 352 and 354 connecting each of the pumps 360 and 362 and the water storage unit 350.
  • the water supply unit 330 may further include a first water supply unit 380 for supplying water pumped by the first pump 360 to the first tray unit 410.
  • the water supply unit 330 may further include a second water supply unit 382 for supplying water pumped by the second pump 362 to the second tray unit 450.
  • the water supply unit 330 may further include second connection pipes 370 and 372 connecting each of the pumps 360 and 362 and each of the water supply units 380 and 382.
  • the water supplied from the first water supply unit 380 to the first tray unit 410 can be used to create ice.
  • the water that falls again from the first tray unit 410 may be stored in the water storage unit 350 after passing through the guide 70.
  • the water supplied from the second water supply unit 382 to the second tray unit 450 can be used to create ice.
  • the water that falls again from the second tray unit 450 may be stored in the water storage unit 350 after passing through the guide 70.
  • a drain pipe 360 may be connected to the water storage unit 350.
  • FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the arrangement of the first tray unit and the second tray unit in the first embodiment
  • Figures 4 and 5 are perspective views showing the ice making unit and cooler in the first embodiment.
  • FIG. 6 is a top view of an ice making unit according to a first embodiment of the present invention
  • FIG. 7 is a bottom view of an ice making unit according to a first embodiment of the present invention
  • FIG. 8 is a view taken along line 8-8 of FIG. 7. This is a cross-sectional view.
  • the cooler 50 may contact the ice making unit 40.
  • the cooler 50 may be located on one side of the ice making unit 40.
  • the first tray unit 410 and the second tray unit 450 may be arranged in a horizontal direction. It is also possible for the first tray unit 410 and the second tray unit 450 to be arranged in the vertical direction.
  • the first tray unit 410 may include a first ice making cell 440.
  • the ice-making cell refers to a space where ice is generated. One ice can be created in one ice-making cell.
  • the first tray unit 410 may include a first tray.
  • the first tray may include a first tray body 420.
  • the first tray may further include a second tray body 430 coupled to the first tray body 420.
  • the first tray may form a plurality of first ice-making cells 440.
  • a plurality of second tray bodies 430 may be coupled to the first tray body 420.
  • a plurality of second tray bodies 430 may be coupled to the tray body 420.
  • the first ice making cell 440 may be defined by one cell or by a plurality of cells.
  • the first ice-making cell 440 may include a first one-side cell 442 and a first other-side cell 441.
  • the first one-side cell may be either a first lower cell or a first upper cell.
  • the first other cell may be another one of the first lower cell and the first upper cell.
  • the first one-side cell may be either a first left cell or a first right cell.
  • the first other cell may be another one of the first left cell and the first right cell.
  • the first one-side cell 442 may be formed by the second tray body 430.
  • the first other side cell 441 may be formed by the first tray body 420.
  • the first tray body 420 may form a plurality of first other side cells 441.
  • Each of the plurality of second tray bodies 430 may form a first one-side cell 442. Accordingly, when the plurality of second tray bodies 430 are coupled to a single first tray body 420, a plurality of first ice making cells 440 can be formed.
  • the first tray body 420 may include a first opening 423.
  • the first opening 423 communicates with the first other cell 441.
  • the first one side cell 442 may form one side of the first ice, and the first other side cell 441 may form the other side of the first ice.
  • Water supplied from the first water supply unit 380 may pass through the first opening 423 and be supplied to the first ice making cell 440. A portion of the water supplied to the first ice making cell 440 may fall to the lower part of the first tray unit 410 through the first opening 423. Ice generated in the first ice-making cell 440 may be separated from the first tray unit 410 through the first opening 423 during the ice-moving process.
  • the first tray body 420 may include passage holes 421 and 425 for water to pass through.
  • the second tray unit 450 may include a second tray forming a second ice-making cell 451.
  • the second tray may be defined by one tray or by multiple trays.
  • the second tray may include one side tray 460 and the other side tray 470.
  • the one side tray may be an upper tray, a left tray, or a first tray portion.
  • the other tray 470 may be a lower tray, a right tray, or a second tray. It is also possible that the terms for one tray 460 and the other tray 470 are opposite to each other.
  • the second ice making cell 451 may be defined by one cell or by a plurality of cells.
  • the second ice-making cell 451 may include a second one-side cell 462 and a second other-side cell 472.
  • the one side tray 460 may form the second one side cell 462.
  • the other side tray 470 may form the second other side cell 472.
  • the second tray may form a plurality of second ice-making cells 451.
  • the one side tray 460 can form a plurality of second one side cells 462.
  • the other side tray 470 may form a plurality of second side cells 472.
  • the other tray 470 may be connected to the driving unit 690 by a hinge shaft 489.
  • the hinge shaft 489 may provide a rotation center C1 of the other tray 470.
  • the other tray 470 may include a second opening 473.
  • the water supply process and the ice making process may be performed while the one tray 460 and the other tray 470 are in contact to form the second ice making cell 451.
  • Water supplied from the second water supply unit 382 may pass through the second opening 473 and be supplied to the second ice making cell 451.
  • Some of the water supplied to the second ice making cell 451 may fall to the lower part of the second tray unit 450 through the second opening 473.
  • the other tray 470 may be moved relative to the one tray 460.
  • the second tray unit 450 may further include a bracket 452 supporting the one side tray 460.
  • the bracket 452 may be fixed in position within the ice making room.
  • the bracket 452 may be supported on a wall forming the ice-making room.
  • the bracket 452 may provide a space to accommodate at least a portion of the one tray 460 and the other tray 470.
  • a driving unit 690 for moving the other tray 470 may be installed on the bracket 452.
  • the bracket 452 may include a peripheral portion 635.
  • the peripheral portion 635 may be provided with a seating end 636.
  • the seating end 636 may be seated on the first tray unit 410.
  • the seating end 636 may be seated on the first tray body 420.
  • the bracket 452 may include a passage hole 634 for water to pass through.
  • the second tray unit 450 may further include a supporter 480 that supports the other tray 470. With the other tray 470 seated on the supporter 480, the supporter 480 and the other tray 470 may be moved together.
  • the supporter 480 may be movably connected to the one side tray 460.
  • the supporter 480 may include a supporter opening 482a through which water passes. The supporter opening 482a may be aligned with the second opening 473.
  • the first ice can be discharged from the first ice making cell through the first opening 423.
  • the second ice cannot be discharged from the second ice making cell through the second opening 473.
  • the second tray unit 450 may further include a case 498 supporting the other tray 470 on one side.
  • the case 498 may be seated on the other tray 470.
  • the one tray 460 may penetrate the case 498 and contact the other tray 470.
  • a fastening member may pass through the case 498 and the other tray 470 and be fastened to the supporter 480.
  • the second tray unit 450 may further include a pusher 490 for separating ice from the other tray 470 during the moving process.
  • the pusher 490 may be installed on the bracket 452, for example.
  • the pusher 490 may press the other tray 470 or press the second ice during the moving process.
  • the pusher 490 may include a pushing bar 492.
  • the pushing bar 492 penetrates the supporter opening 482a of the supporter 480 and touches the other tray 470 or the second ice. can be pressurized.
  • the other tray 470 is pressed by the pushing bar 492, the shape of the other tray 470 may be deformed and the second ice may be separated from the other tray 470.
  • the other tray 470 may be formed of a non-metallic material. In terms of ease of deformation, the other tray 470 may be formed of a flexible material.
  • the cooler 50 may include a first refrigerant pipe 510 that is in contact with the first tray unit 410 or located adjacent to the first tray unit 410.
  • the cooler 50 may further include a second refrigerant pipe 520 located adjacent to or in contact with the second tray unit 450.
  • the first refrigerant pipe 510 may include the first inlet pipe 511.
  • the first inlet pipe 511 may be located on one side of the first tray body 420.
  • the first refrigerant pipe 510 may further include a first bent pipe 512 extending from the first inlet pipe 511.
  • the first coolant pipe 510 may further include a first cooling pipe 513 extending from the first bent pipe 512.
  • the first cooling pipe 513 may be in contact with one surface of the second tray body 430. Accordingly, the second tray body 430 can be cooled by the refrigerant flowing through the first cooling pipe 513.
  • the first cooling pipe 513 may include a plurality of straight portions 513a.
  • the first cooling pipe 513 may further include a curved connecting portion 513b connecting ends of two adjacent straight portions 513a.
  • the first coolant pipe 510 may further include a first connection pipe 514 extending from the end of the first cooling pipe 513.
  • the first refrigerant pipe 510 may further include a second cooling pipe 515 connected to the first connection pipe 514.
  • the second cooling pipe 515 may include a plurality of straight portions 515a and 515b.
  • the second cooling pipe 515 may further include a curved connecting portion 515c connecting two adjacent straight portions 515a and 515b.
  • the first refrigerant pipe 510 may further include a first discharge pipe 516.
  • the first discharge pipe 516 may extend from the end of the second cooling pipe 515.
  • the first discharge pipe 516 may extend toward the second tray unit 450.
  • the second refrigerant pipe 520 may receive refrigerant from the first discharge pipe 516.
  • the second refrigerant pipe 520 may be a pipe formed integrally with the first discharge pipe 516 or may be a pipe combined with the second supply pipe 516.
  • the second refrigerant pipe 520 may include a second inlet pipe 522 connected to the first discharge pipe 516.
  • the second refrigerant pipe 520 may further include a third cooling pipe 523.
  • the third cooling pipe 523 may extend from the second inlet pipe 522.
  • the third cooling pipe 523 may contact the one side tray 460. Accordingly, the one side tray 460 can be cooled by the refrigerant flowing through the third cooling pipe 523. For example, the third cooling pipe 523 may contact one surface of the one side tray 460.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may be positioned higher than the third cooling pipe 523.
  • the third cooling pipe 523 may include a plurality of straight portions 523a.
  • the third cooling pipe 523 may further include a curved connecting portion 523b connecting two adjacent straight portions 523a. Some of the plurality of straight portions 523a may overlap the second opening 473 in the first direction.
  • the first direction may be an arrangement direction of one side cell and the other side cell forming the second ice making cell 451.
  • the second coolant pipe 520 may further include a second bent pipe 524 extending from the end of the third cooling pipe 523.
  • the second refrigerant pipe 520 may further include a second discharge pipe 525 connected to the second bent pipe 524. At least a portion of the second discharge pipe 525 may be aligned with the first inlet pipe 511 in the first direction.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may include a first supply unit 321 for supplying water to the first tray unit 410.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may further include a second supply unit 340 for supplying water to the second tray unit 450.
  • the second supply unit 340 may receive water from the first supply unit 321.
  • the second supply part 340 may extend from a point of the first supply part 321.
  • the first supply unit 321 may be located on one side of the first refrigerant pipe 510.
  • the second supply unit 340 may be located on one side of the second refrigerant pipe 520.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may supply water to the ice making unit 40 during the water supply process.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may supply water to the ice-making unit 40 during the moving process.
  • the ice making unit 40 When ice making is completed in the ice making unit 40, the ice making unit 40 may be maintained at a temperature below zero.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may supply water supplied from an external water supply source 302 to the ice making unit 40 . Since the water supplied from the external water supply source 302 is at room temperature or at a temperature similar to room temperature, water is supplied from the water supply device 320 to the ice making unit 40 during the ice-making process in order to increase the temperature of the ice making unit 40. can be supplied.
  • Figure 9 is a perspective view showing the arrangement relationship between the first tray unit, the first refrigerant pipe, and the water supply device according to the first embodiment of the present invention
  • Figure 10 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 10-10 of Figure 9.
  • Figure 11 is a top perspective view of a water supply device according to a first embodiment of the present invention
  • Figure 12 is a bottom perspective view of a water supply device according to a first embodiment of the present invention
  • Figure 13 is a water supply device according to a first embodiment of the present invention. This is a bottom view of the water supply mechanism.
  • the first refrigerant pipe 510 may be disposed on one side of the first tray unit 410.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may be disposed on one side of the first refrigerant pipe 510.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may be placed on one side of the first refrigerant pipe 510.
  • the first refrigerant pipe 510 may be in contact with the first tray unit 410.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may be arranged to be spaced apart from one side of the first refrigerant pipe 510.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may include the first supply unit 321.
  • the first supply unit 321 may include an inlet pipe 322.
  • the inflow pipe 322 may be connected to the water supply flow path.
  • the third flow path 308 may be connected to the inlet pipe 322.
  • the first supply unit 321 may further include a distribution pipe 323 connected to the inflow pipe 322.
  • the extension direction of the distribution pipe 323 may intersect the extension direction of at least a portion of the inflow pipe 322.
  • at least a portion of the inflow pipe 322 may extend in a third direction (direction of arrow A), which is the front-back direction of the ice making device 1.
  • the distribution pipe 323 may extend in a fourth direction (direction arrow B) that intersects the first direction.
  • the inlet pipe 322 may be connected to the central portion of the distribution pipe 323.
  • the first supply unit 321 may further include a plurality of branch pipes 324 and 325 connected to the distribution pipe 323.
  • the plurality of branch pipes 324 and 325 may include the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325.
  • Each of the branch pipes 324 and 325 may also be referred to as a supply pipe.
  • the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325 may extend in parallel.
  • the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325 may extend in a direction crossing the distribution pipe 323.
  • the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325 may extend in the third direction.
  • the first tray unit 410 may include a plurality of first ice making cells 440.
  • the plurality of first ice-making cells 440 may not only be arranged in a plurality in the third direction, but also in a plurality in the fourth direction.
  • the branch pipes 324 and 325 may extend in a direction parallel to the third direction. Accordingly, the length of the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325 may be longer than the length of the distribution pipe 323.
  • the first supply unit 321 may further include a connection pipe 327 connecting the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325.
  • Each of the branch pipes (324, 325) may include first ends (324d, 325d) and second ends (324e, 325e) based on the bisecting point that bisects the length of each branch pipe (324, 325). there is.
  • the distribution pipe 323 may be connected to a position adjacent to the first ends 324d and 325d of each branch pipe 324 and 325.
  • the distribution pipe 323 is located between the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325 at a position spaced apart from the first ends (324d, 325d) of each branch pipe (324, 325). can be placed.
  • the distribution pipe 323 may be located closer to the first ends 324d and 325d than the bisecting point.
  • the connection pipe 327 may be connected to a position adjacent to the second ends 324e and 325e of each branch pipe 324 and 325.
  • connection pipe 327 is located between the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325 at a position spaced apart from the second ends (324e, 325e) of each branch pipe (324, 325). can be placed.
  • the connection pipe 327 may be located closer to the second ends 324e and 325e than the bisecting point. By the connection pipe 327, the separation distance between the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325 can be maintained constant in the longitudinal direction.
  • the first supply unit 321 includes a connection part 326 connecting the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325 between the distribution pipe 323 and the connection pipe 327. More may be included.
  • the connection portion 326 may connect the first branch pipe 324 and the second branch pipe 325 at the bisecting point.
  • the first supply part 321 may further include a support part 330 supporting each of the branch pipes 324 and 325.
  • the support portion 330 may be connected to the first ends (324d, 325d) and second ends (324e, 325e) of each of the branch pipes (324, 325).
  • the support portion 330 may extend to one side from each of the branch pipes 324 and 325.
  • the support portion 330 may be seated on or coupled to the first tray body 420 .
  • the position of the first supply part 321 may be fixed by the support part 330.
  • the first supply part 321 and the first tray unit 410 may be spaced apart by the support part 330.
  • the first branch pipe 324 may include a plurality of holes 324a and 324b through which water is discharged.
  • the plurality of holes 324a and 324b may include a first hole 324a and a second hole 324b spaced apart in the circumferential direction of the first branch pipe 324.
  • the first hole 324a and the second hole 324b may be arranged to be spaced apart in the fourth direction.
  • the first hole 324a and the second hole 324b may be arranged to be spaced apart on both sides of one end of the first branch pipe 324.
  • the first hole 324a and the second hole 324b may be located higher than one end of the first branch pipe 324.
  • One end of the first branch pipe 324 may be, for example, the lowest end, but is not limited thereto.
  • the first hole 324a and the second hole 324b may be arranged to be inclined with respect to the vertical line.
  • the direction in which water is discharged from the first hole 324a and the direction in which water is discharged from the second hole 324a may be different.
  • the direction in which water is discharged from the first hole 324a and the direction in which water is discharged from the second hole 324b may form a predetermined angle.
  • the first hole 324a and the second hole 324b may be referred to as one hole group.
  • the first branch pipe 324 may include a plurality of hole groups in the longitudinal direction.
  • the second branch pipe 325 may include a plurality of holes 325a and 325b through which water is discharged.
  • the plurality of holes 325a and 325b may include a third hole 325a and a fourth hole 325b spaced apart in the circumferential direction of the second branch pipe 325.
  • the third hole 325a and the fourth hole 325b may be arranged to be spaced apart in the fourth direction.
  • the third hole 325a and the fourth hole 325b may be arranged to be spaced apart from one end of the second branch pipe 325 on both sides.
  • the third hole 325a and the fourth hole 325b may be located higher than one end of the second branch pipe 325.
  • One end of the second branch pipe 325 may be, for example, the lowest end, but is not limited thereto.
  • the third hole 325a and the fourth hole 325b may be arranged to be inclined with respect to the vertical line. Accordingly, the direction in which water is discharged from the third hole 325a and the direction in which water is discharged from the fourth hole 325a may be different.
  • the direction in which water is discharged from the third hole 325a and the direction in which water is discharged from the fourth hole 325b may form a predetermined angle.
  • the third hole 325a and the fifth hole 325b may be referred to as one hole group.
  • the second branch pipe 325 may include a plurality of hole groups in the longitudinal direction.
  • the hole group of the first branch pipe 324 and the hole group of the second branch pipe 325 may be arranged to correspond to each other.
  • the first supply unit 321 may include the following arrangement features. As described above, M first ice making cells 440 may exist in the fourth direction.
  • the first ice-making cell 440 is shown to include first to fourth cells 440a, 440b, 440c, and 440d.
  • the first branch pipe 324 may be arranged to face the space between two adjacent cells among the plurality of cells.
  • the first branch pipe 324 may be arranged to face the space 443 between the first cell 440a and the second cell 440b. That is, the first branch pipe 324 may overlap the space 443 between the first cell 440a and the second cell 440b in the first direction.
  • the second branch pipe 325 may be arranged to face the space between the other two cells among the plurality of cells.
  • the second branch pipe 325 may be arranged to face the space 444 between the third cell 440c and the third cell 440d. That is, the second branch pipe 325 may overlap the space 444 between the third cell 440c and the third cell 440d in the first direction.
  • the first hole 324a of the first branch pipe 324 may be arranged to face the first cell 440a.
  • the second hole 324b of the first branch pipe 324 may be arranged to face the second cell 440b.
  • the third hole 325a of the second branch pipe 325 may be arranged to face the third cell 440c.
  • the third hole 325b of the second branch pipe 325 may be arranged to face the fourth cell 440d. Accordingly, one hole formed in the first supply unit 321 may be arranged to correspond to one cell.
  • the number of holes formed in the first supply unit 321 may be equal to the number of first ice-making cells. Of course, it is possible that the number of holes formed in the first supply unit 321 is greater than the number of first ice-making cells. For example, it is possible for two holes formed in the first supply unit 321 to be arranged to correspond to one cell.
  • water can be evenly distributed to the plurality of first ice-making cells, so that the moving efficiency can be improved during the moving process, and the deviation in the moving completion time between the plurality of first ice-making cells can be reduced.
  • the branch pipe does not need to be present at a position corresponding to the space 445 between the second cell 440b and the third cell 440c. That is, the space 445 between the second cell 440b and the third cell 440c may not overlap with the branch pipe in the vertical direction. Therefore, according to this embodiment, there is an advantage that water can be evenly supplied to the plurality of first ice-making cells using a minimum number of branch pipes.
  • the number of holes formed in the first supply unit 321 is less than the number of the plurality of first ice-making cells.
  • the inflow pipe 332 may be located adjacent to a first outer cell located at the outermost side of the plurality of first ice making cells arranged in the third direction.
  • the supply pipe may extend from the inflow pipe side to a second outer cell located on the outermost side of the plurality of first ice-making cells. Since water is directed from the first outer cell to the second outer cell in the supply pipe, even if the supply pipe extends from the inflow pipe side to the second outer cell, the inclination angle of the hole adjacent to the second outer cell in the supply pipe is By adjusting, water can be supplied to the second outer cell.
  • a connection part connecting two straight parts of the first refrigerant pipe 510 may be located around the second outer cell. Therefore, sufficient heat can be supplied to the second outer cell by the high-temperature refrigerant inside the straight portion and the connection portion, so that even if water is not supplied, the deviation in the overall ice moving completion time between the plurality of first ice-making cells can be reduced. .
  • a branch pipes When there are 2A first ice-making cells 440 in the fourth direction, more than A branch pipes may be provided. A can be equal to or greater than 1. When A is greater than 2, the distance between the two branch pipes in the fourth direction may be greater than the distance between the two first ice-making cells in the fourth direction. When there are 2A-1 first ice-making cells 440 in the fourth direction, more than A-1 branch pipes may be provided. At this time, A may be 2 or more.
  • the branch pipe may be arranged to overlap the middle first ice-making cell in the first direction.
  • the branch pipe may include at least three holes spaced apart in the fourth direction.
  • the water supply mechanism 320 may further include the second supply unit 340.
  • the second supply unit 340 may extend from a branch pipe disposed adjacent to the second tray unit 450 among the plurality of branch pipes 324 and 345.
  • the second branch pipe 325 may be disposed closer to the second tray unit 450 than the first branch pipe 324.
  • the second supply part 340 may extend from the second branch pipe 325.
  • the second supply part 340 is not limited, but may extend from a bisecting point of the second branch pipe 325.
  • the second supply unit 340 may extend in a direction that intersects the direction in which the second branch pipe 325 extends.
  • the diameter of the second supply part 340 may be the same as or smaller than the diameter of the second branch pipe 325.
  • the second supply unit 340 may extend in a direction that intersects the arrangement direction of the plurality of second ice making cells 451.
  • the second supply unit 340 may overlap one of the plurality of second ice making cells 451 in the first direction.
  • the second supply unit 340 may include the first hole group 342.
  • the second supply unit 340 may further include a second hole group 343.
  • the first hole group 342 and the second hole group 343 may be spaced apart in the longitudinal direction of the second supply unit 340.
  • the first hole group 342 may include a first hole 342a and a second hole 342b spaced apart in the circumferential direction.
  • the first hole 342a and the second hole 342b may be arranged to be spaced apart in the third direction.
  • the second hole group 343 may include a third hole 343a and a fourth hole 343b spaced apart in the circumferential direction.
  • the third hole 343a and the second hole 343b may be arranged to be spaced apart in the third direction.
  • the first hole 342a and the second hole 342b may be located higher than one end of the second supply unit 340.
  • the first hole 342a and the second hole 342b may be arranged to be inclined with respect to the vertical line. Accordingly, the direction in which water is discharged from the first hole 342a and the direction in which water is discharged from the second hole 342b may be different.
  • the direction in which water is discharged from the first hole 342a and the direction in which water is discharged from the second hole 342b may form a predetermined angle.
  • the third hole 343a and the fourth hole 343b may be located higher than one end of the second supply unit 340.
  • the third hole 343a and the fourth hole 343b may be arranged to be inclined with respect to the vertical line.
  • the direction in which water is discharged from the third hole 343a and the direction in which water is discharged from the fourth hole 343b may be different.
  • the direction in which water is discharged from the third hole 343a and the direction in which water is discharged from the fourth hole 343b may form a predetermined angle.
  • Figure 14 is an exploded perspective view of the guide, water supply unit, and mounting housing according to the first embodiment
  • Figure 15 is a diagram showing the first water supply unit and the second water supply unit according to the first embodiment in a separated state
  • Figure 16 is This is a perspective view showing the first water supply nozzle and the second water supply nozzle according to the first embodiment.
  • the ice making device 1 of this embodiment may further include an inner housing 1010.
  • the inner housing 1010 may restrict water supplied to the ice-making unit 40 from flowing into other spaces.
  • the inner housing 1010 may provide a passage for the ice generated in the ice making unit 40 to move.
  • the inner housing 1010 may support the water supply units 380 and 382.
  • the inner housing 1010 may support the guide 70.
  • the inner housing 101 may support the bracket 452.
  • the guide 70 may include a first guide 710 and a second guide 730.
  • the first guide 710 may include a plurality of first through holes 712 for water to pass through.
  • the second guide 730 may include a plurality of second through holes 732 for water to pass through.
  • the first guide 710 may further include a first extension end 718.
  • the first extension end 720 may be supported on the inner housing 1010.
  • the second guide 730 may further include a second extension end 740.
  • the second extension end 740 may be supported on the inner housing 1010.
  • the first guide 710 may include a plurality of first extension ends 720.
  • the second guide 720 may include a plurality of second extension ends 740.
  • the guide 70 may be supported on the inner housing 1010 in an inclined state. Accordingly, the heights of each of the plurality of first extension ends 720 may be different from each other. Additionally, the heights of the plurality of second extension ends 740 may be different.
  • the inner housing 1010 may include a pair of side walls 1011 and 1012 that are spaced apart from each other.
  • the inner housing 1010 may further include a front side wall 1021 connecting front ends of a pair of spaced apart side walls 1011 and 1012.
  • a housing opening 1022 for ice to pass through may be formed in the front side wall 1021.
  • the inner housing 1010 may further include a rear side wall 1015 connecting rear ends of a pair of spaced apart side walls 1011 and 1012.
  • the rear wall 1015 may be provided with a cut-out slot 1015a that provides a passage for components.
  • the rear wall 1015 may be a straight wall or a wall bent one or more times.
  • the inner housing 1010 may further include a lower side wall 1016 connecting ends of a plurality of spaced apart side walls 1011 and 1012.
  • the lower wall 1016 may be provided with a discharge opening 1016a (see FIG. 17) through which water passes.
  • a guide supporter 1013 supporting the guide 70 may be provided on each of the plurality of side walls 1011 and 1012.
  • the guide supporter 1013 may be formed as a portion of the side walls 1011 and 1012 are depressed inward.
  • the guide supporter 1013 may include, for example, a first extension surface 1013a.
  • the guide supporter 1013 may further include a second extension surface 1013b extending from the first extension surface 1013a in a direction intersecting the first extension surface 1013a.
  • the first extension surface 1013a may be inclined to support the guide 70 in an inclined state.
  • the first extension surface 1013a may be inclined downward toward the housing opening 1022.
  • the first extension surface 1013a may be provided with a recessed seating portion 1013c for seating each of the first extension end 720 and the second extension end 740 of the guide 70. .
  • the first water supply unit 380 may be connected to the second water supply unit 382.
  • the internal flow path of the first water supply part 380 may be divided from the internal flow path of the second water supply part 382.
  • the ice making device 1 may further include a connector 386 connected to the second water supply unit 382.
  • the connector 386 may be located on the opposite side of the first water supply unit 380 with respect to the second water supply unit 382.
  • the first water supply unit 380, the second water supply unit 382, and the connector 386 may be arranged in the second direction.
  • a water supply assembly in which the first water supply unit 380, the second water supply unit 382, and the connector 386 are connected may be mounted on the inner housing 1010.
  • the first water supply unit 380 and the connector 386 may be seated in the inner housing 1010.
  • the connector 386 may be omitted and the second water supply unit 382 may be mounted on the inner housing 1010.
  • the first water supply part 380 may include a first extension part 384h to be seated in the inner housing 1010. In order to stably seat the first water supply unit 380, a plurality of first extension parts 384h may be arranged to be spaced apart.
  • the connector 386 may include a second extension portion 386b to be seated in the inner housing 1010. In order to stably seat the connector 386, a plurality of second extension parts 386b may be arranged to be spaced apart.
  • the first water supply unit 380 may further include a first water supply pipe 384 through which water flows.
  • the first water supply pipe 384 may receive water from the first pump 360.
  • the first water supply unit 380 may further include a first water supply nozzle 381 coupled to the first water supply pipe 384.
  • the first water nozzle 381 may spray water into the first ice making cell 440.
  • the first water supply pipe 384 may include a first common pipe 384a.
  • the first common pipe 384a may extend in the third direction.
  • the first water supply pipe 384 may further include a first branch pipe 384e branched from the first common pipe 384a. For example, a plurality of first branch pipes 384e may extend in both directions from the first common pipe 384a.
  • the first water supply pipe 384 may further include a distribution pipe connected to the plurality of first branch pipes 384e.
  • the distribution pipe may include a first distribution pipe 384f located on one side of the first common pipe 384a.
  • the distribution pipe may include a second distribution pipe (384g) located on the other side of the first common pipe (384a).
  • the first extension portion 384h may extend from the second distribution pipe 384g.
  • Each of the distribution pipes 384f and 384g may be provided with a first individual pipe extending in one direction.
  • the first individual pipe may include a first pipe 384b, a second pipe 384c, and a third pipe 384d. It should be noted that in this embodiment, there is no limit to the number of pipes constituting the first individual pipe.
  • the height of some of the first pipe 384b, second pipe 384c, and third pipe 384d may be different from the height of other pipes.
  • the first water supply nozzle 381 may be connected to each of the first pipe 384b, the second pipe 384c, and the third pipe 384d. Therefore, the water flowing through the first common pipe (384a) is distributed to the first pipe (384b), the second pipe (384c), and the third pipe (384d) and then flows through the first water supply nozzle (381). It may be supplied to the first ice making cell 440.
  • the first water supply unit 380 may further include a first connection part 384i to be connected to the second water supply unit 380.
  • the first connection portion 384i may extend from the first distribution pipe 384f.
  • a plurality of first connection parts 384i may extend from the first distribution pipe 384f in a direction away from the second distribution pipe 384g.
  • the second water supply unit 382 may include a second water supply pipe 385 through which water flows.
  • the second water supply pipe 385 may receive water from the second pump 362.
  • the second water supply unit 382 may further include a second water supply nozzle 383 coupled to the second water supply pipe 385.
  • the second water nozzle 383 may spray water into the second ice making cell 451.
  • the second water supply pipe 385 may include a second common pipe 385a.
  • the second common pipe 385a may extend in the third direction.
  • the second common pipe 385a may be arranged parallel to the first common pipe 384a.
  • the second water supply pipe 385 may include a second individual pipe extending from the second common pipe 385a.
  • the second individual pipe may include, for example, a fourth pipe (385b), a fifth pipe (385c), and a sixth pipe (385d). It should be noted that in this embodiment, there is no limit to the number of pipes constituting the second individual pipe.
  • the height of some of the fourth pipe (385b), the fifth pipe (385c), and the sixth pipe (385d) may be different from the height of some other pipes.
  • the second water nozzle 383 may be connected to each of the fourth pipe 385b, the fifth pipe 385c, and the sixth pipe 385d. Accordingly, the water flowing through the second common pipe (385a) is distributed to the fourth pipe (385b), the fifth pipe (385c), and the sixth pipe (385d) and then connected to the second water supply nozzle (383). It can be supplied to the second ice making cell 451 through.
  • the second water supply unit 382 may further include a second connection part 385e to be connected to the first connection part 384i.
  • the second connection portion 385e may extend from the second common pipe 385a.
  • a plurality of second connection parts 385e may extend toward the first water supply part 380.
  • One of the first connection part 384i and the second connection part 385e may be inserted into the other.
  • the diameter of the second connection part 385e is shown to be larger than the diameter of the first connection part 384i, so that the first connection part 384i can be inserted into the second connection part 385e. there is.
  • the second water supply part 382 may further include a third connection part 385f to be connected to the connector 386.
  • the third connection portion 385f may extend from the second common pipe 385a.
  • the third connection part 385f may extend from the second common pipe 385a in the opposite direction to the second connection part 385e.
  • a plurality of third connection portions 385f may extend toward the connector 386.
  • the connector 386 may include a fourth connection part 386a to be connected to the third connection part 385f.
  • One of the third connection part 385f and the fourth connection part 386a may be inserted into the other.
  • the diameter of the third connection part 385f is shown to be larger than the diameter of the fourth connection part 386a, so that the fourth connection part 386a can be inserted into the third connection part 385f. there is.
  • the structure of the first water nozzle 381 and the second water nozzle may be different.
  • the first water nozzle 381 may be rotatably coupled to the first individual pipe.
  • the first individual pipe or the first water nozzle 381 may be provided with a filter (not shown) for filtering water.
  • the first water nozzle 381 may include a first nozzle body 3811.
  • the first nozzle body 3811 may be formed in a polygonal shape.
  • the first water nozzle 381 may include a first inclined surface 3812 extending from the first nozzle body 3811.
  • the first inclined surface 3812 may be formed with a diameter that decreases toward one side.
  • the first water supply nozzle 381 may further include a first nozzle end 3813 that protrudes from the first inclined surface 3812.
  • the length of the first nozzle end 3813 in the first direction may be smaller than the length of the first inclined surface 3812 in the first direction.
  • the first nozzle end 3813 may include a first through hole 3814 (or a first water supply hole). Water may be sprayed through the first through hole 3814.
  • the second water nozzle 383 may be rotatably coupled to the second individual pipe.
  • the second water nozzle 383 may include a second nozzle body 3831.
  • the second nozzle body 3831 may be formed in a polygonal shape.
  • the first nozzle body 3831 may be formed in the same shape or size as the second nozzle body 3831.
  • the second water nozzle 383 may include a second inclined surface 3832 extending from the second nozzle body 3831.
  • the second inclined surface 3832 may be formed with a diameter that decreases toward one side.
  • the second water nozzle 383 may further include a second nozzle end positioned to protrude from the second inclined surface 3832.
  • the length of the second nozzle end in the first direction may be greater than the length of the second inclined surface 3832 in the first direction.
  • the length of the second nozzle end is longer than the length of the first nozzle end.
  • the second nozzle end may include a first part 3833 extending from the second inclined surface 3832.
  • the diameter of the first part 3833 may be the same or decrease toward one side.
  • the second nozzle end may further include a second part 3834 extending from the first part 3833.
  • the length of the second part 3834 in the first direction may be equal to or longer than the length of the first part 3833 in the first direction.
  • the second nozzle end may include a second through hole 3835 (or a second water supply hole). Water may be sprayed through the second through hole 3835.
  • the second through hole 3835 may be formed in the second part 3834. The diameter of the second through hole 3835 may be smaller than the diameter of the first through hole 3813.
  • Water of the second water supply nozzle 383 due to the difference in length between the first nozzle end 3813 and the second nozzle end and the diameter difference between the second through hole 3835 and the first through hole 3813.
  • the straightness is greater than that of the water of the first water nozzle 381.
  • the number of first ice-making cells 440 that receive water from one first water supply nozzle 381 (or first water supply hole) is equal to one second water supply nozzle 383 (or second water supply hole).
  • the number of second ice-making cells 451 that receive water from may be different from the number of second ice-making cells 451 that receive water from.
  • water sprayed from one first water nozzle 381 (or first water hole) may be supplied to a plurality of first ice making cells 440.
  • water sprayed from one second water nozzle 383 (or second water hole) may be supplied to one second ice making cell 451.
  • the number of first water nozzles 381 may be less than the number of first ice making cells 440.
  • the number of second water nozzles 383 may be the same as the number of second ice making cells 451. Therefore, the first water supply nozzle 381 can be called a spray-type nozzle.
  • the second water nozzle 383 may be called a direct type nozzle.
  • FIG. 17 is a diagram showing the water supply assembly of the first embodiment being mounted on the inner housing
  • FIG. 18 is a diagram showing the guide of the first embodiment being mounted on the inner housing.
  • the inner housing 1010 may further include mounting portions 1018 and 1019 for mounting the water supply assembly.
  • the mounting portions 1018 and 1019 may protrude from the lower wall 1016 of the inner housing 1010.
  • the mounting portions 1018 and 1019 may be formed integrally with the side walls 1011 and 1012 of the inner housing 1010 or may be spaced apart from each other.
  • the mounting portions 1018 and 1019 may be formed integrally with the guide supporter 1013.
  • the mounting parts 1018 and 1019 may include a first mounting part 1018 on which the first extension part 384h of the first water supply part 380 is mounted.
  • the mounting portions 1018 and 1019 may further include a second mounting portion 1019 on which the second extension portion 386b of the connector 386 is mounted.
  • the first mounting portion 1018 may include a first receiving groove 1018a in which the first extension portion 384h is accommodated.
  • the second mounting portion 1019 may include a second receiving groove 1019a in which the second extension portion 386b is accommodated.
  • the guide 70 When the water supply assembly is mounted on the inner housing 1010, the guide 70 may be mounted on the inner housing 1010 from one side of the water supply assembly. As described above, since the recessed seating portion 1013c is formed in the guide supporter 1013, each of the first extension end 720 and the second extension end 740 of the guide 70 is When seated on the seating portion 1013c, the guide 70 may be supported on the inner housing 1010.
  • FIG. 19 is a view showing a state in which the other tray of the first embodiment is spaced apart from one tray
  • FIG. 20 is a top perspective view of the supporter of the first embodiment
  • FIG. 21 is a bottom perspective view of the supporter of the first embodiment.
  • the one side tray 460 may include a first tray body 461 forming a second one side cell 462.
  • the other side tray 460 may include a second tray body 471 forming a second other side cell 472.
  • the second one-side cell 462 may be formed by being depressed in a hemispherical shape on one surface 461a of the first tray body 461.
  • the second other side cell 472 may be formed by being depressed in a hemispherical shape on one surface 471a of the second tray body 471.
  • one surface 471a of the second tray body 471 may contact one surface 461a of the first tray body 461.
  • a complete second ice-making cell 451 may be formed.
  • the one side tray 460 may further include an extension portion 463 extending from one end of the first tray body 461.
  • the extension portion 463 may be seated on the bracket 452.
  • the extension portion 463 may be provided with a fastening hole 464 through which a fastening member for fastening with the case 452 passes.
  • the one-side tray 460 may include a plurality of hinge parts 465 extending from one side of the extension part 463.
  • the plurality of hinge parts 465 may be spaced apart in the third direction.
  • Each of the hinge portions 465 may include a shaft hole 465a.
  • a hinge shaft 489 may be connected to the shaft hole 465a of the plurality of hinge portions 465.
  • the hinge shaft 489 can receive power from the driving unit 690.
  • the other tray 470 may further include a tray extension 475 extending from the second tray body 471.
  • the tray extension 475 may include a fastening hole 474 to be fastened to the supporter 480 and a fastening member.
  • the supporter 480 may include a supporter body 481 that forms a receiving portion 482 for receiving the second tray body 471.
  • the supporter body 481 may include a body wall 481a forming the receiving portion 482.
  • the tray extension 475 may be seated on one surface of the supporter body 481.
  • One surface of the supporter body 481 may be provided with a fastening protrusion 486 to be inserted into the fastening hole 474.
  • the supporter 480 may further include a hinge body 483 to which the hinge shaft 489 is coupled.
  • a plurality of hinge bodies 483 may be spaced apart in a direction parallel to the extension direction of the hinge shaft 489.
  • the plurality of hinge parts 465 may be located between the plurality of hinge bodies 483.
  • the hinge body 483 may include a shaft hole 484 through which the hinge shaft 489 passes.
  • the supporter 480 may further include a shaft cover 485 to cover the hinge shaft 489.
  • the shaft cover 485 may be rounded so as not to interfere with the hinge shaft 489 when the shaft cover 485 is moved while covering the hinge shaft 489 .
  • the shaft cover 485 may be rounded to surround the hinge shaft 489 while being spaced apart from the hinge shaft 489 .
  • the shaft cover 485 may be positioned on one side of the hinge shaft 489. Accordingly, water can be prevented from splashing toward the hinge shaft 489.
  • the supporter 480 may further include a coupling portion 488 for coupling an elastic member.
  • the supporter 480 may further include a barrier 487 to prevent water from splashing toward the elastic member coupling portion 488.
  • the supporter 481 may further include an opening wall 482b extending around the supporter opening 482a.
  • the opening wall 482b may restrict water from splashing outward when water is supplied to the other tray 470.
  • FIG. 22 is a diagram showing the process in which water is supplied to the ice-making unit during the ice-making process
  • Figure 23 is a diagram showing water being supplied from the first water supply unit to the first ice-making cell
  • Figure 24 is a diagram showing the process of water being supplied from the first water supply unit to the first ice-making cell. This is a diagram showing how water is supplied to the second ice-making cell.
  • FIG. 25 is a view showing the ice making unit in a state in which ice making is completed
  • FIG. 26 is a perspective view showing the process in which water is supplied from the water supply device to the ice making unit during the moving process
  • FIG. 27 is a view showing water being supplied from the water supply device to the ice making unit in the drawing of FIG. 22. This is a drawing showing the process of supply to the unit.
  • Figure 28 is a diagram showing the ice making unit during the moving process.
  • the process for producing ice may include a watering process.
  • the process for generating ice may further include an ice-making process.
  • the process for generating ice may further include a moving process.
  • the water supply valve When the water supply process starts, the water supply valve is turned on and water supplied from an external water supply source flows along the water supply passage. The water flowing along the water supply passage is supplied to the ice-making unit 40 through the water supply mechanism 320.
  • the water supplied to the ice making unit 40 falls to the lower side of the ice making unit 40 and is stored in the water storage unit 350.
  • the water supply valve is turned off and the water supply process is completed.
  • the ice making process begins.
  • water is supplied to the ice-making unit 40 by the water supply unit 330.
  • the cooling unit operates and low-temperature refrigerant may flow into the cooler 50.
  • a portion of the supplied water undergoes a phase change into ice, and the size of the phase-changed ice increases, creating ice.
  • first and second pumps 360 and 362 may operate.
  • water may be supplied to the first tray unit 410 through the first water supply unit 380.
  • Water sprayed from the first water nozzle 381 is supplied to the first ice making cell 440 of the first tray unit 410.
  • Water sprayed from the first water nozzle 381 is supplied to the first ice making cell 440 through the first opening 423 of the first tray body 420.
  • the water supplied to the first ice making cell 440 flows toward the inner surface of the second tray body 430.
  • Water sprayed from the first water nozzle 381 may be supplied to a plurality of first ice-making cells 440.
  • water sprayed from one first water nozzle 381 may be supplied to four first ice making cells 440. Some of the water in the first ice-making cell 440 is frozen by the first refrigerant pipe 510. The unfrozen water falls downward again through the first opening 423. The water that falls downward through the first opening 423 is stored in the water storage unit 350 again.
  • ice is generated on one side of the first ice-making cell 440 and grows on the other side.
  • As water is sprayed into the first ice-making cell 440 a portion of the water is frozen.
  • air bubbles in the water are formed. may be released from the water. When air bubbles in the water are expelled from the water, the transparency of the ice produced can be increased.
  • the first ice I1 may grow to the inside of the first other cell 441.
  • water may be supplied to the second tray unit 450 through the second water supply unit 382.
  • Water sprayed from the second water nozzle 383 is supplied to the second ice making cell 451 of the second tray unit 450.
  • the water sprayed from the second water nozzle 383 enters the second ice-making cell 451 through the supporter opening 482a of the supporter 480 and the second opening 473 of the other tray 470. can be supplied.
  • water sprayed from one second water nozzle 383 may be directly supplied to one second ice making cell 451. Accordingly, the second through hole 3835 of the second water nozzle 383 may be aligned with the supporter opening 482a and the second opening 473 in the first direction.
  • the water supplied to the second ice making cell 451 flows toward the inner surface of the one side tray 460. Some of the water in the second ice-making cell 451 may be frozen by the second refrigerant pipe 520. The unfrozen water falls downward again through the second opening 473. The water that falls downward through the second opening 473 is stored in the water storage unit 350 again. As water is sprayed into the second ice making cell 451, a portion of the water is frozen. In the process of spraying the water onto the one side tray 460 or the ice created in the one side tray 460, air bubbles in the water are discharged from the water. It can be. When air bubbles in the water are expelled from the water, the transparency of the ice produced can be increased.
  • the second ice I2 may grow from the side of the one tray 460 to cover one side of the second opening 423a of the other tray 470.
  • the ice-making process may be determined to be completed when the temperature detected by the temperature sensor for detecting the temperature of each tray unit reaches the end reference temperature.
  • the flow direction of the refrigerant is switched by the cooling unit so that the high-temperature refrigerant compressed in the compressor can flow to the cooler 50.
  • the high-temperature refrigerant flowing into the cooler 50 may exchange heat with the ice-making unit 40.
  • heat may be transferred to the ice-making unit 40.
  • the first ice I1 may be separated from the first tray unit 410 by the heat transferred to the ice making unit 40.
  • the first ice (I1) may fall onto the guide (70).
  • the first ice I1 that fell to the guide 70 may be stored in the first storage space.
  • the second ice I2 may be separated from at least one tray 460 by the heat transferred to the ice making unit 40 .
  • the flow of high-temperature refrigerant to the cooler 50 may be blocked.
  • the driving unit 690 may operate to separate the second ice I2 from the second tray unit 450.
  • the other tray 470 can be moved in the forward direction (clockwise with respect to FIG. 34).
  • the second ice (I2) When the second ice (I2) is separated from the one tray 460 and the other tray 470 by the high-temperature refrigerant flowing into the cooler 50, the second ice (I2) is The other tray 470 may be moved while being supported on the other tray 470 . In this case, when the other tray 470 moves at an angle of approximately 90 degrees, the second ice I2 may fall from the other tray 470. On the other hand, when the second ice (I2) has not yet been separated from the other tray 470, the pusher 490 moves the other tray 470 to the moving position. By pressing, the second ice I2 may be separated from the other tray 470 and fall.
  • the second ice I2 When the second ice I2 is separated from the second tray unit 450, the second ice I2 may fall onto the guide 70.
  • the second ice I2 that fell to the guide 70 may be stored in the second storage space.
  • the other side tray 470 After the other side tray 470 is moved in the forward direction, the other side tray 470 is moved in the reverse direction (counterclockwise in the drawing) by the driving unit 690 to contact the one side tray 460. You can.
  • the water in the water storage unit 350 may be discharged to the outside through the drain pipe 390 and the drain tube 392 (drain process). That is, the drain valve can be turned on for a certain period of time when the water drain condition is satisfied.
  • the next water supply process can be started after the drain process is performed.
  • the drain process is performed intermittently, if the drain condition is not satisfied, the water supply process may be performed immediately after the moving process is performed.
  • the drain process may be performed after the moving process, and the water supply process may be performed after the drain process is completed.
  • Figure 29 is a plan view showing the arrangement of an ice making unit and a water supply device according to the second embodiment.
  • This embodiment is the same as the first embodiment in other respects, but there is a difference in the form of the water supply mechanism. Therefore, hereinafter, only the characteristic parts of this embodiment will be described.
  • the water supply mechanism may include a distribution pipe 346 for distributing water supplied from the water supply passage.
  • the water supply mechanism may further include a first supply unit 321 connected to a point of the distribution pipe 346.
  • the water supply mechanism may further include a second supply unit 347 connected to another point of the distribution pipe 346.
  • the basic structure of the first supply unit 321 may be the same as that described in the first embodiment.
  • the second supply part 347 may extend in the third direction.
  • the second supply unit 347 may extend at least to a second ice-making cell located in the middle among the plurality of second ice-making cells.
  • the second supply unit 347 may include a plurality of holes spaced apart in the fourth direction.
  • the second supply unit 347 may include a plurality of holes spaced apart in the fourth direction.
  • the second tray unit 450 from the ice making unit 40.
  • structures such as the second storage space, the second pump, the second water supply unit, and the second refrigerant pipe can also be omitted.
  • FIG. 30 is a diagram showing water being supplied to the ice-making unit according to the third embodiment
  • FIG. 31 is a lower perspective view of the second tray unit according to the third embodiment
  • Figure 32 is a perspective view of a supporter according to a third embodiment.
  • FIG. 33 is a view showing the second water supply unit of the third embodiment installed on the supporter, and
  • FIG. 34 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 34-34 of FIG. 33.
  • This embodiment is the same as the first or second embodiments in other respects, but differs in the second water supply portion. Therefore, only the changed structure related to the second water supply unit will be described, and the description of the first or second embodiment will be used for the same configuration as the first or second embodiment.
  • the second water supply unit 1382 may be mounted on the second tray unit 450.
  • a water supply tube 373 connected to the second water supply unit 1382 may be connected to the second connection pipe 372.
  • the water supply tube 373 may be formed of a material whose shape is deformable.
  • the second water supply unit 1382 may be installed on the supporter 480a and moved together with the supporter 480a.
  • the other side tray 470 may include a second tray body 471 forming a second other side cell 472.
  • the other tray 470 may further include a tray extension portion 475 extending from the second tray body 471.
  • the supporter 480a may include a supporter body 481 that forms a receiving portion 482 for receiving the second tray body 471.
  • the supporter body 481 may include a body wall 481a forming the receiving portion 482.
  • the supporter opening 482a may be formed in the body wall 481a.
  • the supporter body 481 may further include a body extension portion 481b extending from the body wall 481a.
  • the tray extension 475 may be seated on the body extension 481b.
  • the case 498 may be seated on the tray extension 475 mounted on the body extension 481b.
  • the case 498 may include a case opening 498a through which the one side tray 460 passes.
  • the case 498 may further include a fastening hole 498b through which the fastening member passes.
  • the fastening member may pass through the fastening hole 498b and the tray extension portion 475 and be fastened to the supporter 480a.
  • the supporter body 481 may further include a peripheral wall 481c extending from the body wall 481b.
  • the peripheral wall 481c may be spaced apart from the body wall 481a. Accordingly, a space 485 for receiving the second water supply unit 1382 may be formed between the peripheral wall 481c and the body wall 481a.
  • the peripheral wall 481c may be provided with an inclined surface 481d to prevent the supporter 480a from interfering with the guide 70 while moving during the moving process.
  • the supporter 480a may further include an opening wall 482b extending around the supporter opening 482a.
  • the supporter 480a may further include hinge bodies 483 and 483a to which the shaft 489 is coupled.
  • a plurality of hinge bodies 483 and 483a may be spaced apart in a direction parallel to the extension direction of the shaft 489.
  • the hinge bodies 483 and 483a may include a shaft hole 484 through which the shaft 489 passes.
  • the second water supply unit 1382 may include an inlet pipe 1384.
  • the inlet pipe 1384 may be connected to the water supply tube 373.
  • the inlet of the inflow pipe 1384 may be referred to as the first through hole.
  • the second water supply unit 1382 may further include a common pipe 1385 connected to the inflow pipe 1384.
  • the common pipe 1385 may extend in a direction parallel to the arrangement direction of the second ice making cells 451.
  • the common pipe 1385 may be fastened to the supporter 480a.
  • the common pipe 1385 may be located in the space 485 between the peripheral wall 481c and the body wall 481a.
  • a fastening rib 1387 may protrude from the common pipe 1385.
  • the supporter 480a may be provided with a fastening portion 486 for fastening with the fastening rib 1387.
  • the fastening portion 486 may be located between two adjacent second other side cells 472.
  • the end of the fastening portion 486 may be provided with a fastening protrusion 486a aligned with the fastening rib 1387.
  • a portion of the fastening protrusion 486a may be inserted into the fastening rib 1387. In this state, the fastening member may be fastened to the fastening rib 1387 and the fastening protrusion 486a.
  • the peripheral wall 481c may be provided with a pipe opening 481e through which the inflow pipe 1384 passes.
  • the second water supply unit 1382 may further include one or more supply pipes 1386 extending from the common pipe 1385.
  • the number of supply pipes 1386 may be the same as the number of second ice making cells 251.
  • the supply pipe 1386 may extend from the common pipe 1385 and be aligned with the supporter opening 482a.
  • the supply pipe 1386 may be aligned with the second opening 473.
  • the supply pipe 1386 may be located in the central portion of the second opening 473.
  • a slot 482c may be formed in the opening wall 482b for the supply pipe 1386 to pass through. The slot 482c can prevent the supply pipe 1386 from interfering with the opening wall 482b.
  • the supply pipe 1386 may include a water supply hole 1386c.
  • the water supply hole 1386c may be referred to as a second through hole.
  • the water supply hole 1386c may be arranged to supply water into the second ice-making cell 251 via the second opening 473 formed in the other tray 470.
  • the water supply hole 1386c may be located in the supporter opening 482a or in the second opening 473.
  • the diameter of the water supply hole 1386c may be smaller than the diameter of the second opening 473. Accordingly, a portion of the water supplied to the second ice making cell 251 may flow downward from the second opening 473 through the outer area of the water supply hole 1386c.
  • the position of the supporter 480a may change during the ice-making process and the moving process. Accordingly, the position of the supply pipe 1386 mounted on the supporter 480a may also be changed. Since the other tray 470 is seated on the supporter 480a, the supply pipe 1386 can move in the same direction as the movement direction of the other tray 470.
  • the supply pipe 1386 is not limited, but may include a first portion 1386a extending from the common pipe 1385 in the first direction or a second direction crossing the first direction.
  • the supply pipe 1386 may further include a second part 1386b that extends from the first part 1386a and is bent at one point.
  • the second water supply unit 1382 of this embodiment connects the first through hole (inlet of the inlet pipe), the second through hole 1386c, and the first through hole and the second through hole 1386c. It can be understood as including a connector that does.
  • the connection pipe may include at least a portion of the inlet pipe, a common pipe, and at least a portion of the supply pipe.
  • the water supply tube 373 connected to the inlet pipe 1384 may extend in a direction parallel or almost parallel to the arrangement direction of the second ice making cell 251.
  • one hinge body 483a may be provided with a rib 484a for fixing the position of the water supply tube 373.
  • the ribs 484a may extend from the hinge body 483a.
  • the water supply tube 373 may be located between the hinge body 483a and the rib 484a.
  • the ribs 484a may be extended roundly or bent one or more times to form a space in which the water supply tube 373 can be positioned.
  • the water supply tube 373 when the supporter 480a is moved, the water supply tube 373 is also moved.
  • the water supply tube 373 is located close to the hinge body 483a, the water supply tube 373 The bending phenomenon can be minimized.
  • Figure 35 is a perspective view of the pusher of the third embodiment.
  • the pusher 490a of this embodiment may be mounted on the bracket 452.
  • the bracket 452 may include an inclined wall 455.
  • the pusher 490a may be mounted on the inclined wall 455, for example.
  • a seating groove 455a may be formed in the inclined wall 455 for seating the pusher 490a.
  • the pusher 490a may include a plate 491 seated in the seating groove 455a.
  • the pushing bar 492 may extend from the plate 491.
  • a fastening protrusion 456 may be formed in the seating groove 455a.
  • the plate 491 may be provided with a protrusion hole 495 through which the fastening protrusion 456 passes. Although not limiting, the protruding hole 495 may be located between two adjacent pushing bars 492.
  • a fastening boss 457 may be formed in the seating groove 455a.
  • the plate 491 may be provided with a boss coupling portion 496 to which the fastening boss 457 is coupled.
  • the boss coupling portion 496 may protrude from the plate 491.
  • the fastening boss 457 may be inserted into the boss coupling portion 496. In this state, the fastening member can be fastened to the boss coupling portion 496 and the fastening boss 457.
  • the pusher 490a may be located on one side of the other tray 470.
  • the pusher 490a may provide a path 493 that allows parts to move through the interior.
  • the path 493 may be formed on the pushing bar 492.
  • the pusher 490a may further include a wall 493d that provides a position at which the part that has passed through the empty space 493b stops.
  • the wall 493d may include a hole 494.
  • the component may be part of the second water supply unit 1382.
  • the part may be the supply pipe 1386.
  • the pusher 490a may include an opening through which the part can be moved.
  • the opening may be formed on one side of the pusher 490a. At least some of the components may be disposed on one side of the pusher 490a. The opening may be formed on one side of the pusher 490a. Alternatively, at least some of the components may be disposed on the other side of the pusher 490a, and the opening may be formed on the other side of the pusher 490a.
  • the opening can be provided facing a non-open wall, so that the part can be stopped by the wall.
  • Figure 36 is a diagram showing a connector being coupled to the first water supply unit according to the third embodiment.
  • the first water supply unit 380 and connector 386 of this embodiment are the same as the first water supply unit and connector mentioned in the first embodiment.
  • the first water supply unit 380 and the connector 386 may be connected by an intermediate member 2385.
  • the intermediate member 2385 may be disposed at a position corresponding to the second water supply unit.
  • the intermediate member 2385 may include a first connection part 2386 to be connected to the first water supply unit 380.
  • the intermediate member 2385 may further include a second connection part 2387 to be connected to the connector 386.
  • Figure 37 is a diagram showing the process in which water is supplied to the ice-making unit during the ice-making process according to the third embodiment
  • Figure 38 is a diagram showing the arrangement of the water supply tube and the inlet pipe during the ice-making process according to the third embodiment
  • 39 is a diagram showing the arrangement of the water supply tube and the inlet pipe during the moving process according to the third embodiment.
  • the process for generating ice may include a water supply process.
  • the process for generating ice may further include an ice-making process.
  • the process for generating ice may further include a moving process.
  • the ice making process begins.
  • the pumps 360 and 362 may be turned on simultaneously or sequentially. For example, when the first pump 360 operates, water may be supplied to the first tray unit 410 through the first water supply unit 380.
  • water may be supplied to the second tray unit 450 through the second water supply unit 382.
  • the second water supply unit 1382 is mounted on the supporter 480a, water can be intensively supplied to the second ice-making cell 451.
  • the ice removal process may be performed.
  • high-temperature refrigerant may flow into the cooler 50.
  • the high-temperature refrigerant flowing into the cooler 50 may exchange heat with the ice-making unit 40.
  • the flow of high-temperature refrigerant to the cooler 50 may be blocked.
  • the driving unit 690 may operate to separate the second ice I2 from the second tray unit 450. That is, after the creation of the second ice in the second ice making cell 251 is completed, the controller moves the other tray 470 to the first moving position in order to take out the ice in the second ice making cell 251. After moving in one direction (clockwise based on FIG. 43), it can be controlled to move in a second direction.
  • the pusher 490a presses the other tray 470, so that the second ice I2 may be separated from the other tray 470 and fall. .
  • the pusher 490a it is possible for the pusher 490a to penetrate the other tray 470 and directly press the second ice I2.
  • the second water supply unit 1382 can be moved without interfering with the pusher 490a during the moving process.
  • the supply pipe 1386 may be moved while accommodated in the pushing bar 492.
  • the water supply tube 373 may extend toward the second pump 362 while being supported on the rib 484a.
  • the water supply tube 373 may extend through the inner housing 1010 toward the second pump 362.
  • the water supply tube 373 may penetrate the rear wall 1015 of the inner housing 1010.
  • the supporter 480a is moved, the water supply tube 373 is also moved.
  • the water supply tube 373 can be moved while supported on the ribs 484a. Since the water supply tube 373 is located close to the hinge body 483a, bending of the water supply tube 373 can be minimized even if the water supply tube 373 is moved.
  • FIG. 40 is a lower perspective view of the second tray unit according to the fourth embodiment
  • FIG. 41 is a view showing the other side tray, supporter, and second water supply unit according to the fourth embodiment
  • FIG. 42 is a view showing the other side tray according to the fourth embodiment.
  • This is a perspective view of the bottom of the tray.
  • Figure 43 is a top perspective view of the supporter according to the fourth embodiment
  • Figure 44 is a bottom perspective view of the supporter according to the fourth embodiment.
  • This embodiment is the same as the third embodiment in other respects, but there is a difference in the second water supply portion. Therefore, only the changed structure related to the second water supply unit will be described, and the description of the third embodiment will be used for the same configuration as the third embodiment.
  • the second water supply unit 3382 may be mounted on the second tray unit 450a.
  • the second water supply unit 3382 may be mounted on the supporter 1480.
  • a water supply tube 373 may be connected to the second water supply unit 3382.
  • the water supply tube 373 may be formed of a material whose shape is deformable.
  • the other side tray 1470 of this embodiment may include a second tray body 1471 forming the second other side cell 472.
  • the other tray 1470 may further include a tray extension 1473 extending from the second tray body 1471.
  • a fastening boss 1475 may be formed on the tray extension part 1473 for coupling a fastening member for fastening with the supporter 1480.
  • a fastening hole 1475a may be formed at a position corresponding to the fastening boss 1475.
  • the supporter 1480 may include a supporter body 1481 that forms a receiving portion 1482 for receiving the second tray body 1471.
  • a supporter opening 1482a may be formed in the supporter body 1481.
  • the supporter body 1481 may include a body wall 1481a forming the receiving portion 1482.
  • the supporter opening 1482a may be formed in the body wall 1481a.
  • the supporter body 1481 may further include a body extension portion 1481b extending from the body wall 1481a.
  • the tray extension 1473 may be seated on the body extension 1481b.
  • the body extension 1481b may include a fastening protrusion 1487a aligned with the fastening boss 1475.
  • the supporter body 1481 may further include a peripheral wall 1481c extending from the body wall 1481b.
  • the peripheral wall 1481c may be spaced apart from the body wall 1481a.
  • the peripheral wall 1481c may be provided with an opening 1481e through which a portion of the second water supply unit 3382 passes.
  • the supporter 1480 may be provided with a fastening part 1486 to be fastened to the second water supply part 3382.
  • the fastening portion 1486 may protrude from the body wall 1481a.
  • the second tray unit 450a of this embodiment may further include a heater 1490 (see FIG. 46).
  • the heater 1490 may provide heat to the other tray 470 during the moving process.
  • the second ice may be separated from the other tray 470 by the heat provided from the heater 1490.
  • the heater 1490 may be coupled to the other tray 1470.
  • the other tray 1470 may further include a heater coupling portion 1476 to which the heater 1490 is coupled.
  • the heater coupling portion 1476 may be formed on the second tray body 1471.
  • the heater coupling portion 1476 may extend along the circumference of the second opening 473.
  • the heater coupling portion 1476 may protrude from the second tray body 1471.
  • the heater coupling portion 1476 may include a receiving groove 1477 for receiving the heater 1490.
  • the receiving groove 1477 may be formed as one surface of the heater coupling portion 1476 is depressed.
  • the heater 1476 accommodated in the receiving groove 1447 may surround the second other side cell 472.
  • the heater 1476 may surround the second other side cell 472 horizontally or vertically. Accordingly, a portion of the heater 1476 may be rounded, thereby increasing the contact area between the heater 1476 and the other tray 1470.
  • the receiving groove 1447 may include, for example, a curved portion 1447a and a straight portion 1477b.
  • the heater coupling portion 1476 may further include a slot 1478 through which the heater 1490 passes.
  • Figure 45 is a perspective view of the second water supply unit according to the fourth embodiment
  • Figure 46 is a perspective view showing the heater according to the fourth embodiment mounted on the other tray
  • Figure 47 is a second water supply unit according to the fourth embodiment. This is a perspective view showing the attachment attached to the supporter.
  • Figure 48 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 48-48 of Figure 47
  • Figure 49 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 49-49 of Figure 47.
  • the second water supply unit 3382 may include an inlet pipe 3383.
  • the inflow pipe 3383 may be connected to the water supply tube 373 described in the third embodiment.
  • the inlet of the inflow pipe 3383 may be referred to as the first through hole.
  • the inlet pipe 3383 may pass through the opening 1481e of the peripheral wall 1481c.
  • the second water supply unit 3382 may further include a distribution pipe 3384 connected to the inlet pipe 3383.
  • the distribution pipe 3384 may extend in a direction parallel to the arrangement direction of the second ice making cell 451.
  • the second water supply unit 3382 may include a water supply hole 3391 (or a second through hole).
  • the water supply hole 3391 may be formed in the distribution pipe 3384.
  • a plurality of water supply holes 3391 may be provided in numbers corresponding to the plurality of second ice-making cells 451.
  • the water supply hole 3391 may be aligned with the second opening 473 of the other tray 470.
  • the second water supply unit 3382 may further include a discharge opening 3392 through which water supplied to the second ice making cell 451 passes.
  • the water supply hole 3391 is connected to the other tray 470. It can be aligned with the second opening 473.
  • the discharge opening 3392 may be located on the side of the water supply hole 3391.
  • the second water supply unit 3382 may include a plurality of discharge openings 3392.
  • the water supply hole 3391 may be located between two discharge openings 3392.
  • the size of the discharge opening 3392 may be larger than the diameter of the water supply hole 3391.
  • the second water supply unit 3382 may further include a coupling body 3386 to be coupled to the supporter 1480.
  • the coupling body 3386 may be located on one side of the distribution pipe 3384.
  • the coupling body 3386 may include a first body 3387 extending from the distribution pipe 3384.
  • the first body 3387 may support the heater coupling portion 1476 or the heater 1490 coupled to the heater coupling portion 1476.
  • the coupling body 3386 may further include a second body 3388 extending from the first body 3387.
  • the second body 3388 may extend along the edge of the first body 3387.
  • the second body 3388 may cover the side surface of the heater coupling unit 1476.
  • the second body 3388 may include a curved portion 3387a and a straight portion 3387b.
  • the coupling body 3386 may include a slot 3393 through which the heater 1490 passes.
  • the coupling body 3387 may further include a coupling extension 3389 for coupling to the supporter 1480.
  • a coupling extension 3389 for coupling to the supporter 1480.
  • a plurality of coupling extension parts 3389 may extend from the second body 3388.
  • the coupling extension portion 3389 may extend from the curved portion 3387a.
  • a fastening hole 3389a may be formed in the coupling extension portion 3389 for the fastening member to pass through.
  • the fastening hole 3389a may be aligned with the fastening portion 1486 of the supporter 1480. Accordingly, the fastening member passing through the fastening hole 3389a can be fastened to the fastening part 1486.
  • the second water supply unit 3382 may further include a protrusion 3390 inserted into the second opening 473.
  • the protrusion 3390 may be located around the water supply hole 3391.
  • the protrusion 3390 may protrude from the first body 3387.
  • the protrusion 3390 may form the second other side cell 472. Accordingly, one surface of the protrusion 3390 may be rounded.
  • One surface of the protrusion 3390 may form a second other side cell 472 in a hemispherical shape together with the second tray body 471.
  • the protrusion 3390 may be spaced apart from the second body 3388.
  • the protrusion 3390 may be located between a plurality of curved parts in the second body 3388.
  • the heater coupling portion 1476 may penetrate the supporter opening 1482a.
  • the heater coupling portion 1476 may protrude to one side through the supporter opening 1482a.
  • the heater 1490 may be coupled to the heater coupling portion 1476.
  • the coupling body 3386 may surround the heater coupling part 1476. At this time, a portion of the heater 1490 may be arranged to surround the outer circumference of the protrusion 3390.
  • FIG. 50 is a diagram showing a state in which ice making is completed in the second tray unit according to the fourth embodiment
  • FIG. 51 is a diagram showing the second tray unit in the process of moving according to the fourth embodiment.
  • a moving process may be performed.
  • the moving process may include a heating process and a moving process.
  • the heater 1490 may operate and heat may be supplied from the second refrigerant pipe. Then, one side portion of the second ice can be separated from the one side tray 460. The other portion of the second ice may be separated from the other tray 1470.
  • the movement process can be performed.
  • the supporter 1480 may be moved clockwise in the drawing by the driving unit 690.
  • the pusher of the second embodiment can be omitted.
  • the above-mentioned control method of the ice making device can be equally applied even when the ice making unit includes one tray unit.
  • the refrigerator may include some or all of the components of the ice making device 1.
  • the ice making unit 40 of the ice making device 1 can be applied to the refrigerator.
  • the refrigerator may include a cabinet having a storage compartment, and a door that opens and closes the storage compartment.
  • the ice-making room may be provided in the cabinet or door.
  • the ice making unit 40 may be provided in the ice making room with the same structure or a similar form as the ice making unit 40 of this embodiment.
  • the cooling unit in the ice making device 1 may be replaced with a cooling unit or a refrigerant cycle that cools the storage compartment of the refrigerator in the refrigerator.
  • the guide 70, water supply mechanism 320, and water supply unit 330 provided in the ice making device 1 may be the same or applied to the refrigerator, or may be modified in shape, size, or location to suit the characteristics of the refrigerator. possible.
  • the third direction may be referred to as the first direction or the second direction
  • the fourth direction may be referred to as the second direction or the first direction. That is, in this specification, different terms may be used to distinguish two different directions.

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Machine à glaçons, selon le présent mode de réalisation, pouvant comprendre une unité de fabrication de glaçons pour fabriquer des glaçons, disposée dans une chambre de fabrication de glaçons. La machine à glaçons peut en outre comprendre une unité d'alimentation en eau pour fournir de l'eau à l'unité de fabrication de glaçons pendant le processus de fabrication de glaçons. L'unité de fabrication de glaçons peut comprendre un premier plateau ayant une première cellule de fabrication de glaçons dans laquelle la première glace est formée. L'unité de fabrication de glaçons peut, en outre, comprendre un second plateau ayant une seconde cellule de fabrication de glaçons dans laquelle la seconde glace est formée.
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