WO2023244041A1

WO2023244041A1 - Apparatus for treating laundry

Info

Publication number: WO2023244041A1
Application number: PCT/KR2023/008305
Authority: WO
Inventors: 이길룡; 조보경; 권용우; 황인성; 유학렬
Original assignee: 엘지전자 주식회사
Priority date: 2022-06-16
Filing date: 2023-06-15
Publication date: 2023-12-21
Also published as: KR20230172848A

Abstract

Provided is an apparatus for treating laundry. In one embodiment, the apparatus for treating laundry comprises: a first treatment device equipped with a first cabinet, which comprises a first rear panel forming the rear surface thereof, and a first drum for receiving laundry therein; and a second treatment device, which is mounted on top of the first treatment device, is equipped with a second cabinet, comprising a second rear panel forming the rear surface thereof, and has a second drum for receiving laundry therein. The apparatus for treating laundry further comprises a rear bracket, which is fixed to the first and second rear panels and has handles formed so as to make room for receiving the hands of a carrier, wherein the second treatment device has a first guide part for engagement with the rear bracket, and the rear bracket has a second guide part formed at a position corresponding to the first guide part and connected to the first guide part.

Description

Clothing processing equipment

The present invention relates to a clothing treatment device.

A laundry treatment device is a device that puts laundry, such as clothes and bedding, into a drum and performs necessary treatments on the laundry, such as removing contamination on the laundry or drying it.

When a clothing treatment device is equipped to remove contamination from laundry, the clothing treatment device can perform processes such as washing, rinsing, dehydration, and drying. A clothing treatment device may include a cabinet that forms the exterior, a tub accommodated inside the cabinet, a drum rotatably mounted inside the tub into which laundry is placed, and a detergent supply device that supplies detergent to the inside of the drum. When the drum is rotated by a motor while washing water is supplied to the laundry contained in the drum, dirt on the laundry can be removed by friction between the drum and the washing water.

When a laundry treatment device is provided to dry laundry, the laundry treatment device can remove moisture from the laundry by providing dry air to the laundry. The laundry treatment device may include a cabinet, a drum rotatably provided inside the cabinet, and a heating means for heating or drying air provided to the laundry. By supplying dry air to the laundry contained in the drum, moisture present in the laundry is evaporated and removed by the dry air, thereby removing moisture from the laundry.

By stacking a first processing device (e.g., a washing machine) for washing laundry and a second processing device (e.g., a dryer) for drying laundry, floor space is reduced and user convenience in processing laundry is increased. A clothing processing device is provided.

Publication document KR 10-2021-0106768 A1 (Prior Document 1) shows a clothing processing device equipped with a plurality of processing devices. The laundry treatment device has a washing machine on the lower side and a dryer on the upper side. Prior document 1 discloses a structure in which a washing machine and a dryer have a fastening part (rear bracket) that is coupled to each other at the rear and provides a handle. In Prior Literature 1, the front-to-rear depth of the dryer is shallower than the front-to-rear depth of the washing machine, so a step is formed at the rear of the laundry treatment device. The fastening part (rear bracket) is the difference between the washing machine and the dryer, and is placed on the top of the washing machine and connected to the clothes treatment device. For the stacked clothing processing device, including Prior Literature 1, it is an important task to present an efficient arrangement relationship between the multiple processing devices and a stable and effective combination relationship.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a structure for a stacked laundry treatment device that can ensure ease of transportation.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a clothing treatment device including a rear bracket provided to support one of the two processing devices stacked on top of the other processing device so that it does not fall off from the other processing device provided at the bottom. Do it as

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a clothing treatment device that can improve assembly efficiency when combining two processing devices by stacking them.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a laundry treatment device that can improve the bonding performance when combining two processing devices by stacking them.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a laundry treatment device that can effectively combine two processing devices by stacking them, even when there is no level difference between the first processing device and the second processing device.

One object of the present invention is to provide a clothing treatment device that can provide a structure that can effectively and economically fix the drain hose of the first treatment device at a required position according to the installation environment.

One object of the present invention is to provide a clothing treatment device structured to prevent loss of a cap provided in a test port formed in a second processing device.

The problem to be solved by the present invention is not limited here, and other problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

The present invention provides a clothing treatment device. In one embodiment, the clothing processing device includes: a first cabinet including a first rear panel forming a rear surface, and a first drum receiving clothing therein; and a second processing device disposed on top of the first processing device, provided with a second cabinet including a second rear panel forming a rear surface, and provided with a second drum for storing clothes therein. , a rear bracket fixed to the first rear panel and the second rear panel and having a handle forming a space for accommodating the carrier's hands, and the second processing device includes a rear bracket for coupling with the rear bracket. A first guide part is formed, and the rear bracket includes a second guide part formed at a position corresponding to the first guide part and connected to the first guide part.

In one embodiment, the first guide part is formed as a coupling hole, and the second guide part is formed as a coupling protrusion, and the coupling protrusion can be inserted into the coupling hole.

In one embodiment, the coupling protrusion includes an insertion portion extending at least downward, and the insertion portion may be inserted into the coupling hole.

In one embodiment, the second processing device further includes a base that forms the outer shape of the lower part of the second processing device, and the second guide part may be formed on the base.

In one embodiment, the first guide part may be formed on a portion of the upper surface of the base.

In one embodiment, the first guide part and the second guide part may be coupled and connected to each other.

In one embodiment, the rear bracket includes: a first fixing part coupled to the first processing device by a fastening member; And it may include a second fixing part coupled to the second processing device by a fastening member.

In one embodiment, a first opening is formed in an area of the rear bracket that overlaps the coupling protrusion when viewed from the front, and the rear bracket includes a plurality of protrusions protruding inside the first opening and extending to the coupling protrusion. It may further include reinforcing ribs.

In one embodiment, the plurality of reinforcing ribs may protrude downward from the upper surface of the first opening and extend to the engaging protrusion.

In one embodiment, a protruding rib protruding upward is formed at the rear end of the base, and the protruding rib is located behind the second rear panel to restrict the lower position of the second rear panel.

In one embodiment, the rear bracket may include a first rib that protrudes upward, and a second rib that protrudes upward and is spaced a predetermined distance apart from the first rib.

In one embodiment, the second treatment device includes a drain hose port for discharging condensate; and a second drain hose coupled to the drain hose port, and the rear bracket may correspond to the drain hose port such that the drain hose port is exposed to the outside.

In one embodiment, the rear bracket is located at a lower position than the drain hose port and is biased to one side with respect to the drain hose port, and includes a first hose fixing part that directly or indirectly fixes the second drain hose. And it may include at least one of a second hose fixing part that is located at a lower position than the drain hose port and is biased to the other side with respect to the drain hose port, and directly or indirectly fixes the second drain hose.

In one embodiment, the second drain hose is directly or indirectly restricted in position by either the first hose fixing part or the second hose fixing part, and the first treatment device is a first treatment device that drains the washing water. It may further include a first drain hose, and the first drain hose and the second drain hose may be bound to each other downstream of the portion where the second drain hose is positioned.

In one embodiment, the first drain hose may be provided to extend from below the first drum of the first treatment device to above the first drum.

The present invention provides a clothing treatment device. In one embodiment, a clothing processing device includes: a first cabinet including a first rear panel forming a rear surface, and a first drum receiving clothing therein; and a second cabinet disposed on top of the first treatment device and including a second rear panel forming a rear surface, a second drum containing clothes therein, a drain hose port for discharging condensate, and the drain hose port; It includes a second treatment device provided with a second drain hose that is coupled to the first and second rear panels, and includes a rear bracket with a handle that forms a space for receiving the hands of the carrier. The rear bracket is located to one side with respect to the drain hose port and includes a first hose fixing part that directly or indirectly fixes the second drain hose.

In one embodiment, the first hose fixing part may be formed at a lower position than the drain hose port.

In one embodiment, the second drain hose is directly or indirectly constrained in position by the first hose fixing part, and the first treatment device further includes a first drain hose for draining the washing water, and the first The first drain hose and the second drain hose may be bound to each other downstream of the portion where the second drain hose is restricted.

In one embodiment, the drain hose port may further include a second hose fixing portion that is positioned toward the other side of the drain hose port and directly or indirectly fixes the second drain hose.

In one embodiment, the second hose fixing part may be formed at a lower position than the drain hose port.

In one embodiment, a port opening may be formed in the rear bracket at a position corresponding to the drain hose port so that the drain hose port is exposed to the outside.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, ease of transportation of the stacked laundry treatment device can be secured.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, it is possible to obtain a structure in which one of the two processing devices stacked on top of each other does not fall off from the other processing device provided at the bottom.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, assembly efficiency can be improved when combining two processing devices by stacking them.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, when combining two processing devices by stacking them, the combining performance can be improved.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, when combining two processing devices by stacking them, they can be effectively combined even when there is no level difference between the first processing device and the second processing device.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, the drain hose of the first treatment device can be effectively and economically fixed to a required position according to the installation environment.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, it is possible to prevent the loss of the cap provided on the test port formed in the second processing device.

The effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects described above, and effects not mentioned can be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from this specification and the attached drawings.

1 is a perspective view of a clothing treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 2 is a perspective view of a clothing treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 3 is a perspective view of a clothing treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 4 is a view of the laundry treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention as seen from the rear side, and is an enlarged view of portion A where the rear bracket is located in Figure 3.

Figure 5 is a view of the laundry treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention viewed from the rear side, and is an enlarged view of the rear bracket in a disassembled state.

Figure 6 is a front perspective view (perspective view looking inward) of the rear bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 7 is an enlarged view of part C of Figure 6.

Figure 8 is an enlarged view of part B of Figure 5.

Figure 9 is an enlarged view of part D of Figure 4, and is an enlarged perspective view showing the part where the coupling protrusion is coupled to the coupling hole of the base.

Figure 10 is an enlarged view of portion E of Figure 4, and is an enlarged perspective view of the portion where the rear bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention is coupled to the first processing device and the second processing device.

Figure 11 is an enlarged perspective view of the hose receiving portion in the rear bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing the configuration of the second processing device.

Figure 12 is a diagram illustrating an example of use of the cap fixing rib of the rear bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 13 is a view of the rear bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention as seen from the rear, showing the left side and omitting the right side.

Figure 14 is a view illustrating an example of use of the hose fixing part of the rear bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing the lower side of the laundry treatment device as seen from the rear, with the upper side omitted.

Below, with reference to the attached drawings, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention.

However, the present invention may be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. In order to clearly explain the present invention in the drawings, parts not related to the description are omitted, and similar parts are given similar reference numerals throughout the specification.

In this specification, duplicate descriptions of the same components are omitted.

Also, in this specification, when a component is mentioned as being 'connected' or 'connected' to another component, it may be directly connected or connected to the other component, but may be connected to the other component in the middle. It should be understood that may exist. On the other hand, in this specification, when it is mentioned that a component is 'directly connected' or 'directly connected' to another component, it should be understood that there are no other components in between.

Additionally, the terms used in this specification are merely used to describe specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention.

Also, in this specification, singular expressions may include plural expressions, unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

In addition, in this specification, terms such as 'include' or 'have' are only intended to designate the presence of features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof described in the specification, and one or more It should be understood that this does not exclude in advance the presence or addition of other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

Also, in this specification, the term 'and/or' includes a combination of a plurality of listed items or any of the plurality of listed items. In this specification, ‘a or b’ may include ‘a’, ‘b’, or ‘both a and b’.

Figure 1 shows a clothing treatment device 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is a perspective view of a clothing treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 is a perspective view of a clothing treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention. With reference to FIGS. 1, 2, and 3, a clothing treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

In the description of the present invention, the forward direction (+ All definitions of (-Z) can be defined in the same terms. For example, the forward and backward directions (+ , -Y) and up and down directions (+Z, -Z) can also be defined similarly.

In one embodiment of the present invention, the clothing processing device 1 includes a first processing device 10, a second processing device 20, a control panel 200, and a rear bracket 500.

The first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 may be provided in various types for processing clothing, such as a washing machine for washing clothing and/or a dryer for drying clothing. The first processing device 10 may be a washing machine and the second processing device 20 may be a dryer. Both the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 may be a washing machine or a dryer, the first processing device 10 may be a dryer and the second processing device 20 may be a washing machine, and other clothing It can be a variety of devices for processing.

In an embodiment, the first processing device 10 located on the lower side may correspond to a washing machine for washing clothes. The first processing device 10 may be provided with a first drum 12 and a tub 14 in which clothes are stored. The first drum 12 inside the first processing device 10 may be rotatably provided inside the tub 14. The second processing device 20 is located above the first processing device 10. The first processing device 10 supports the second processing device 20. The second processing device 20 may correspond to a dryer for drying clothes. The second processing device 20 may be provided with a first drum 12 and a tub 14 in which clothes are stored.

The first processing device 10 may include a first cabinet 110 that forms an exterior appearance. The first cabinet 110 may be provided with a first front panel 112 on the front side. A clothing opening communicating with the first drum 12 may be formed in the first front panel 112. The clothing opening can be opened and closed by the first cabinet door (17). The first drum 12 of the first processing device 10 according to one embodiment has a rotation axis parallel to the forward and backward directions (+X, -X).

The first processing device 10 may be provided with a first side panel 115 on both sides in the lateral direction (Y), a first rear panel 118 may be provided on the rear side, and a first upper surface on the upper side. A panel (not shown) may be provided, and a first bottom panel (not shown) may be provided on the lower side.

The first front panel 112, the first side panel 115, the first rear panel (not shown), the first top panel (not shown), and the first bottom panel (not shown) are combined with each other to form a first cabinet ( 110) and can have a bonding relationship with each other. The first cabinet 110 may form a space inside which internal components constituting the first processing device 10, such as the first drum 12, are provided.

Clothes that require processing are input into the first cabinet 110 through the first processing device 10 through the clothing opening. The input clothing can be accommodated inside the first drum 12 and processed by the first processing device 10.

A detergent opening is formed in the first front panel 112. A detergent storage unit 16 is inserted into the detergent opening. In the clothing treatment device 1 according to one embodiment, the first processing device 10 is disposed on the ground, and the detergent storage unit 16 is configured to provide the first treatment to facilitate insertion and withdrawal of the detergent storage unit 16. It may be located above the clothing opening of the device 10. The detergent storage unit 16 may be located between the clothes opening of the first treatment device 10 and the control panel 200. That is, the detergent storage unit 16 may be located above the clothes opening of the first processing device 10 and below the control panel 200. The detergent storage unit 16 may be inserted into or withdrawn from the first cabinet 110 by the user. For example, the user separates the detergent storage unit 16 from the first cabinet 110, stores detergent in the detergent storage unit 16, and then inserts the detergent storage unit 16 into the first cabinet 110. You can do it.

In one embodiment, a filter opening is formed in the first front panel 112. A filter unit 18 is inserted into the filter opening. The filter unit 18 collects foreign substances from washing water. The filter unit 18 may be provided on one lower side of the first front panel 112. The filter unit 18 may be introduced into the interior of the first cabinet 110 through the filter opening, and may be connected to the wash water flow path discharged from the tub 14. The filter unit 18 can filter out foreign substances from the washing water discharged from the tub 14 after the washing process is performed. The role of the filter unit 18 is not necessarily limited to this, and may be provided to filter foreign substances from various objects as needed. For example, the filter unit 18 may be provided to filter out foreign substances from the washing water used for the washing process before proceeding with the washing process.

The user can insert or withdraw the filter unit 18 into the first cabinet 110 through the filter opening. The withdrawn filter unit 18 can be reused or replaced after cleaning. The filter unit 18 may have a relatively longer inlet and outlet cycle in relation to the detergent storage unit 16. Accordingly, in one embodiment of the present invention, the detergent storage unit 16 has a relatively short inlet and outlet cycle. The detergent inlet opening may be placed on the upper side of the first front panel 112. In addition, the filter opening through which the filter unit 18, which has a relatively long input and output cycle, is inserted is located on the lower side of the first front panel 112, improving convenience of use and providing excellent space utilization. The structure can be implemented.

Furthermore, the washing water discharge passage connected to the tub 14 inside the first cabinet 110 may be located at the lower side within the first cabinet 110 to facilitate discharge of washing water, an embodiment of the present invention. In the example, the filter unit 18 is provided on the lower side of the first cabinet 110 and can be efficiently connected to the wash water discharge passage.

The first processing device 10 may be provided with a first device control unit (not shown). The first device control unit (not shown) is a component that controls various devices constituting the first processing device 10. The first device control unit (not shown) is disposed inside the first cabinet 110. The first device control unit (not shown) may include a circuit board and electrical components mounted on the circuit board. In an embodiment, the first device control unit (not shown) may check information corresponding to the operation signal received from the control panel 200 in memory and control the device corresponding to the operation signal. The first device control unit (not shown) may transmit the status of the first processing device 10 to the control panel 200.

The second processing device 20 may include a second cabinet 120 that forms an exterior. The second cabinet 120 may include a second front panel 122 provided on the front side. A clothing opening communicating with the second drum 22 may be formed in the second front panel 122. The clothing opening can be opened and closed by the second cabinet door (27).

Second side panels 125 may be provided on both sides of the second processing device 20 in the lateral direction (+Y, -Y). A second rear panel 128 may be provided on the rear side of the second processing device 20. A second top panel 127 may be provided on the upper side of the second processing device 20. A base 300 (see FIG. 5) may be provided below the second processing device 20.

The second front panel 122, the second side panel 125, the second rear panel 128, the second top panel 127, and the base 300 are combined with each other to form the second cabinet 120, They can have a bonding relationship with each other. The second cabinet 120 may form a space inside which internal components constituting the second processing device 20, such as the second drum 22, are installed.

Clothes that require processing can be put into the second cabinet 120 through the clothing opening of the second processing device 20 and accommodated in the second drum 22. Clothes stored in the second drum 22 may be subjected to processing processes such as washing and drying by the second processing device 20.

In the second processing device 20 according to one embodiment, the clothes opening is provided on the second front panel 122 together with the second cabinet door 27. The second drum 22 accommodated in the second processing device 20 has a rotation axis parallel to the front-back direction (X).

The second processing device 20 is disposed above the first processing device 10. In one embodiment, the lower part of the first processing device 10 may be coupled to the upper part of the second processing device 20. The upper portion of the first processing device 10 may have a structure that supports the second processing device 20. For example, the first top panel (not shown) of the first processing device 10 may have a structure that directly or indirectly supports the base 300 of the second processing device 20.

The second processing device 20 may be provided with a second device control unit (not shown). The second device control unit (not shown) is a component that controls various devices constituting the second processing device 20. The second device control unit (not shown) is disposed inside the second cabinet 120. The second device control unit (not shown) may include a circuit board and electrical components mounted on the circuit board. In an embodiment, the second device control unit 29 may check information corresponding to the operation signal received from the control panel 200 in the memory and control the device corresponding to the operation signal. The second device control unit (not shown) may transmit the status of the second processing device 20 to the control panel 200.

The control panel 200 is disposed between the first front panel 112 and the second front panel 122. The control panel 200 is provided between the first front panel 112 and the second front panel 122, which is approximately at a height corresponding to the user's waist, and thus can secure a height that is convenient for the user to operate. The control panel 200 may be signally connected to at least one of the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20. In an embodiment, the control panel 200 is signally connected to the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20. In an embodiment, the control panel 200 is signally connected to a first device control unit (not shown) and/or a second device control unit (not shown). A user interface (UI) is displayed on the front of the control panel 200. The user can control the first processing device 10 and/or the second processing device 20 through the control panel 200.

A rear bracket 500 is provided at the rear of the clothing processing device 1. The rear bracket 500 is combined with the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20. The rear bracket 500 is disposed at the rear upper portion of the first processing device 10 and at the same time disposed at the rear lower portion of the second processing device 20.

The rear bracket 500 is fixedly coupled to the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20. The rear bracket 500 is coupled to the first rear panel 118 and the second rear panel 128. The rear bracket 500 is coupled to the upper part of the first rear panel 118 and the lower part of the second rear panel 128.

The rear bracket 500 includes a face plate portion 510 and a peripheral portion 520. The face plate portion 510 forms the rear surface of the rear bracket 500. The peripheral portion 520 protrudes forward from the periphery of the face plate portion 510.

Handles

515a and 515b are formed on the rear bracket 500. The

handles

515a and 515b are formed in a protruding shape rearward from the face plate portion 510. The

handles

515a and 515b are formed to protrude further outward than other parts of the face plate portion 510. A space is formed in the

handles

515a and 515b into which the carrier can place his or her hands. In an example. A space where the carrier can put his/her hand is formed below the

handles

515a and 515b. The

handles

515a and 515b include a first handle 515a and a second handle 515b. The first handle 515a may be provided on one side of the rear bracket 500, and the second handle 515b may be provided on the other side of the rear bracket 500. Considering that two carriers usually work together to transport the clothing processing device 1, two or

more handles

515a and 515b may be provided.

A coupling protrusion 525 is formed on the rear bracket 500. The coupling protrusion 525 is provided as an example of the second guide part in the present invention. The coupling protrusion 525 may be formed on the upper side of the rear bracket 500. The coupling protrusion 525 may be formed to protrude further forward from the peripheral portion 520. The coupling protrusion 525 is inserted into the coupling hole 311 (see Figure 5) formed on the upper surface 310 of the base 300 (see Figure 5) of the second processing device 20, which will be described later. The coupling protrusion 525 will be described in more detail with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7.

A first opening 513 may be formed in a portion where the coupling protrusion 525 is formed.

A hose receiving portion 517 is formed in the rear bracket 500. The hose receiving portion 517 is formed by forming a raised surface rearward from the rear bracket 500. The hose receiving portion 517 is formed at a portion where the drain hose of the second treatment device 20 is located.

A port opening 517a is formed in the rear bracket 500. The port opening 517a is formed on one side of the hose receiving portion 517. The port opening 517a is an opening formed so that the drain hose port 331 (see FIG. 11), which discharges condensate, is exposed to the outside. The port opening 517a is formed at a position corresponding to the drain hose port 331.

A cap fixing rib 518 may be formed on the rear bracket 500. The cap fixing rib 518 includes a first rib 518a and a second rib 518b. The first rib 518a protrudes toward the top. The first rib 518a may be located above the hose receiving portion 517. The second rib 518b is spaced apart from the first rib 518a by a predetermined distance and protrudes upward. The cap fixing rib 518 will be described in more detail with reference to FIG. 12.

The rear bracket 500 may further include hose fixing parts (519a. 519b). The

hose fixing parts

519a and 519b are configured to fix the second drain hose 28 (see FIG. 14). The

hose fixing portions

519a and 519b may be formed at a lower position than the drain hose port 331. The

hose fixing units

519a and 519b may include one or more of the first hose fixing unit 519a and the second hose fixing unit 519b. In an embodiment, the

hose fixing parts

519a and 519b include a first hose fixing part 519a and a second hose fixing part 519b. The first hose fixing part 519a is located to one side with respect to the drain hose port 331. The second hose fixing part 519b is formed on the other side with respect to the drain hose port 331. That is, the second hose fixing part 519b is located on the side opposite to the drain hose port 331 where the first hose fixing part 519a is located.

The

hose fixing portions

519a and 519b may be formed to protrude rearward from the face plate portion 510. The

hose fixing parts

519a and 519b will be described in more detail in FIG. 14.

Figure 5 is a view of the laundry treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention viewed from the rear side, and is an enlarged view of the rear bracket in a disassembled state. Referring to FIG. 5, the coupling relationship between the rear bracket 500 and the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 will be described.

The second processing device 20 includes a base 300 forming a lower outer shape. Although not shown, a circulation flow path provided with a heat exchanger that removes moisture from the air introduced from the second drum 22, a water collection portion that stores condensed moisture, etc. may be formed in the base 300.

Figure 5 shows a portion of the base 300 exposed to the rear of the second processing device 20. A coupling hole 311 is formed on the upper surface 310 of the base 300. The coupling hole 311 is provided as an example of the first guide part in the present invention. The coupling protrusions 525 are inserted into the coupling holes 311 and connected to each other. A portion of the upper surface of the base 300 is exposed. The coupling hole 311 is formed on the exposed upper surface 310 of the portion forming the upper surface of the base 300. The coupling protrusion 525 of the rear bracket 500 is inserted into the coupling hole 311. By inserting the coupling protrusion 525 into the coupling hole 311, the rear bracket 500 can be temporarily coupled to the clothing treatment device 1. The illustrated embodiment presents the coupling hole 311 as an example of the first guide part, and the coupling protrusion 525 as an example of the second guide part. However, the first guide part and the second guide part are not limited to this. In an example not shown, the first guide portion is formed with a first protrusion protruding upward, and the second guide portion is formed with a second protrusion protruding downward, and the first guide portion is formed by engaging the first protrusion and the second protrusion. and the second guide may be connected. In another not shown embodiment, the first guide portion is a coupling protrusion and the second guide portion is formed as a coupling hole, so that the first guide portion can be inserted into the second guide portion, thereby allowing the first guide and the second guide to be connected. there is.

Protruding

ribs

321a, 321b, and 321c that protrude upward are formed on the upper rear end of the base 300. The protruding

ribs

321a, 321b, and 321c are located at the rear of the second rear panel 128. The protruding

ribs

321a, 321b, and 321c constrain the lower position of the second rear panel 128. The position of the lower part of the second rear panel 128 can be restricted by the protruding

ribs

321a, 321b, and 321c without spreading outward from the base 300. The protruding

ribs

321a, 321b, and 321c may include a first protruding rib 321a formed on one side, a second protruding rib 321b formed on the other side, and a third protruding rib 321c formed in the center area. there is.

A drain hose port 331 is formed in the base 300 to discharge condensed water to the outside of the clothing treatment device 1. The drain hose port 331 may be connected to a water collection unit (not shown) or a condensate storage tank.

The rear bracket 500 is formed with first fixing

parts

511a, 511b, 511c, and 511d. Second fixing

parts

512a and 512b are formed on the rear bracket 500. The first fixing part (511a, 511b, 511c, 511d) is a part where the rear bracket 500 and the first processing device 10 are coupled. The

second fixing portions

512a and 512b are parts where the rear bracket 500 and the second processing device 20 are coupled. The

first fixing parts

511a, 511b, 511c, and 511d may be formed as through holes through which fastening members such as screws can pass. The

second fixing portions

512a and 512b may be formed as through holes through which fastening members such as screws can pass. The first fixing parts (511a. 511b, 511c, 511d) may be formed in more locations than the second fixing parts (512a. 512b). For example, the

first fixing parts

511a, 511b, 511c, and 511d may be formed in four places, and the

second fixing parts

512a, 512b may be formed in two places. Since the carrier lifts the clothing processing device 1 from below using the

handles

515a and 515b, more stress occurs in the

first fixing portions

511a, 511b, 511c, and 511d. In response to this, the first fixing parts (511a. 511b, 511c, 511d) and the second fixing parts (512a. 512b) can be formed appropriately.

Vertical ribs 510a and horizontal ribs 510b may be formed on the inside of the rear bracket 500 to reinforce strength. The vertical rib 510a and the horizontal rib 510b may be formed on the inside of the face plate portion 510.

The first fixing parts (511a. 511b, 511c, 511d) and the second fixing parts (512a. 512b) may be formed in a boss shape.

A curve may be formed on the inside of the

handles

515a and 515b. This is to prevent slipping when using the handle during transportation.

The coupling protrusion 525 may be formed on the upper portion of the peripheral portion 520 and protrude further forward from the peripheral portion 520 .

Figure 7 is an enlarged view of part C of Figure 6. Referring to FIG. 7, the coupling protrusion 525 will be described in more detail.

The coupling protrusion 525 is formed in a hook shape. The coupling protrusion 525 includes an insertion portion 525b extending downward. The insertion portion 525b is inserted into the coupling hole 311. The insertion portion 525b is inserted into the coupling hole 311, so that the clothing treatment device 1 and The rear bracket 500 may be temporarily coupled. In an embodiment, the front-to-back depth of the first processing device 10 and the front-to-back depth of the second processing device 20 are substantially the same. Accordingly, in order to fix the rear bracket 500 to the laundry treatment device 1 without engaging the coupling protrusion 525 in the coupling hole 311, the

first fixing parts

511a, 511b, 511c, and 511d and the

second fixing parts

511a, 511b, 511c, 511d In order for any one of the fixing

parts

512a and 512b to be combined with the clothing processing device 1, an additional worker is required or more work time is required. However, according to an embodiment of the present invention, the first processing device 10 ) and the front and rear depth of the second processing device 20 are almost the same, the rear bracket 500 can be easily coupled to the clothing processing device 1.

When viewed from the front, a first opening 513 is formed in an area that overlaps the coupling protrusion 525. Using the first opening 513, the operator can more easily couple the coupling protrusion 525 to the coupling hole 311.

The rear bracket 500 may be further formed with a reinforcing rib 525a that protrudes inside the first opening 513 and extends in the direction of the coupling protrusion 525. The reinforcing rib 525a may be formed to protrude from the top surface of the first opening 513 toward the bottom surface. The reinforcing ribs 525a may be formed in plural numbers (see FIG. 9).

Figure 8 is an enlarged view of part B of Figure 5.

A portion of the upper surface of the base 300 of the second processing device 20 is exposed to the outside. A coupling hole 311 is formed on the exposed upper surface 310. The coupling hole 311 may be formed by penetrating the upper surface 310 in the vertical direction. If the upper surface 310 is formed thick, it may be formed in the shape of a groove rather than a coupling hole 311.

The base 300 may include a plurality of support ribs 315 supporting the upper surface 310. The plurality of support ribs 315 can reinforce the rigidity of the base 300.

Figure 9 is an enlarged view of portion D of Figure 4, and is an enlarged perspective view showing the portion where the coupling protrusion 525 is coupled to the coupling hole of the base 300.

A portion of the base 300 may be exposed through the first opening 513. The reinforcing rib 525a protrudes from the top surface of the first opening 513 toward the bottom surface. The reinforcing rib 525a may extend to the coupling protrusion 525 and be integrated with the coupling protrusion 525. In the illustrated embodiment, reinforcing ribs 525a are formed at three locations.

The first fixing part 511b of the rear bracket 500 provides a seating surface through which the first fastening member 541b can be coupled. The second fixing portion 512b of the rear bracket 500 provides a seating surface through which the second fastening member 542b can be coupled.

The rear bracket 500 is coupled to the first rear panel 118 of the first processing device 10 by a first fastening member 541b. The rear bracket 500 is coupled to the second rear panel 128 of the second processing device 20 by a second fastening member 542b. The first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 can be coupled to each other through the rear bracket 500.

A drain hose port 331 coupled to the second drain hose 25 is formed on the base 300 of the second treatment device 20. The drain hose port 331 is configured to discharge condensed water to the outside of the clothing treatment device 1. The flow path of the drain hose port 331 may be connected to a connection hose (not shown) connecting the first connection port 332 and the second connection port 333. A portion of the connection hose (not shown) connecting the first connection port 332 and the second connection port 333 may be located further rear than the general surface of the face plate portion 510 of the rear bracket 500. A hose receiving portion 517 is formed in the rear bracket 500 to accommodate a connecting hose (not shown). The hose receiving portion 517 is formed by forming a raised surface rearward from the rear bracket 500.

The port opening 517a is an opening formed so that the drain hose port 331 is exposed to the outside. The port opening 517a is formed at a position corresponding to the drain hose port 331.

Figure 12 is a diagram illustrating an example of use of the cap fixing rib 518 of the rear bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The cap fixing rib 518 includes a first rib 518a and a second rib 518b. The first rib 518a protrudes toward the top. The first rib 518a may be located above the hose receiving portion 517. The second rib 518b is spaced apart from the first rib 518a by a predetermined distance and protrudes upward.

A test port 338 is located between the first rib 518a and the second rib 518b. The test port 338 is used when inspecting non-defective products and is not used by the user after it is shipped. The test port 338 can be closed using a cap 339. The cap 339 that closes the test port 338 has a problem of being lost during transportation or installation. The cap fixing rib 518 is configured to rub against the cap 339 on both sides to support the cap 339 from being removed from the test port 338. The distance between the first rib 518a and the second rib 518b is sufficient to cause friction with the cap 339.

Hose fixing portions

519a and 519b are formed on the rear bracket 500. The

hose fixing units

hose fixing parts

The

hose fixing portions

519a and 519b are formed below where the drain hose port 331 is located. In the embodiment, the first hose fixing part 519a is formed lower than the place where the drain hose port 331 is located by a first height H1. In the embodiment, the second hose fixing portion 519b is formed lower than the location where the drain hose port 331 is located by a second height H2. In an embodiment, the first height H1 and the second height H2 may be the same height.

The

hose fixing portions

519a and 519b are configured to restrict the position of the second drain hose (28, see FIG. 14). This will be explained with further reference to FIG. 14. Figure 14 is a view illustrating an example of use of the hose fixing part of the rear bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention, showing the lower side of the laundry treatment device as seen from the rear, with the upper side omitted.

The clothing treatment device 1 is provided with a first drain hose 15 and a second drain hose 25, and organizing them neatly is also a task. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the second drain hose 28 is restricted in position using the

hose fixing parts

519a and 519b, and the second drain hose 28 and the first drain hose 15 are tied to each other. By doing so, the first drain hose 15 and the second drain hose 25 can be neatly organized.

In an embodiment, the first processing device 10 is provided as a washing machine. The first drain hose 15 for draining the washing water used in the first treatment device 10 is made of a flexible material. The first drain hose (15) is made of a more flexible material than the second drain hose (25). A portion of the first drain hose 15 may need to be located on top of the first treatment device 10. That is, the first drain hose 15 starts below the first drum 12 in the first treatment device 10, extends above the first drum 12 (see FIG. 2), and then passes through the external drain again. It may need to be fixed so that it is positioned on the side.

The

hose fixing parts

519a and 519b can position the first drain hose 15 at a desired location according to the installation environment through a coupling relationship with the second drain hose 28. The desired location depending on the installation environment may be where the drain is located. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the first drain hose 15 can be effectively and economically fixed by using the

hose fixing parts

519a and 519b.

Hose fixing parts (519a. 519b) are provided in two locations, and either one can be used depending on the installation environment. In the illustrated embodiment, an example in which the first hose fixing part 519a is used will be described as the installation environment is such that the drain is located in the +Y direction. If the installation environment is such that the drain is located in the -Y direction, the second hose fixing part 519b will be used.

The first hose fixing part 519a fixes the second drain hose 25 in the +Y direction. In an example. The second drain hose (25) is fixed to the first hose fixing part (519a). For example, the second drain hose 25 is fixed to the first hose fixing part 519a with a string, tie, etc.

The first drain hose 15 may include a fixing part 15a that fixes the first drain hose 15 upward in order to position a portion of it upward. In general, the first drain hose 15 can be positioned upward, but cannot be positioned in the +Y direction or -Y direction. This is because the location of the drain is different depending on the installation environment. Because the first drain hose 15 was relatively flexible, it was difficult to fix its position with the drain. On the other hand, the second drain hose 28 does not bend relatively easily compared to the first drain hose 15. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the second drain hose 28 is fixed in position by the first hose fixing part 519a, and the first drain hose 15 is coupled with the second drain hose 28, The first drain hose (15) can be positioned and fixed in the direction of the drain. The first drain hose 15 and the second drain hose 28 may be bound by a binding member 9. The binding member 9 may be something such as a string or cable tie. The binding position of the first drain hose 15 and the second drain hose 28 may be downstream from the position where the first hose fixing part 519a and the second drain hose 28 are fixed.

Although the present invention has been shown and described in relation to specific embodiments, it is known in the art that the present invention can be modified and changed in various ways without departing from the technical spirit of the invention as provided by the following claims. This will be self-evident to those with ordinary knowledge.

Claims

a first processing device including a first cabinet including a first rear panel forming a rear surface, and a first drum provided inside the first cabinet to accommodate clothing;

a second processing device disposed above the first processing device, including a second cabinet including a second rear panel forming a rear surface, and a second drum provided inside the first cabinet to accommodate clothing; and

A rear bracket coupled to the first rear panel and the second rear panel and having a handle defining a space for accommodating the carrier's hands,

A first guide portion for coupling to the rear bracket is formed in the second processing device,

The rear bracket includes a second guide part formed at a position corresponding to the first guide part and connected to the first guide part.
According to paragraph 1,

The first guide portion is formed with a coupling hole,

The second guide portion is formed as a coupling protrusion protruding toward the second rear panel,

A clothing processing device wherein the coupling protrusion is inserted into the coupling hole.
According to paragraph 2,

The clothing processing device wherein the coupling protrusion includes an insertion portion extending downward, and the insertion portion is inserted into the coupling hole.
According to paragraph 1,

The second processing device further includes a base forming the outer shape of the lower part of the second processing device,

The second guide portion is a clothing treatment device located on the base.
According to clause 4,

The first guide portion is a clothing treatment device formed on an upper surface of the base.
According to any one of claims 1 to 5,

The rear bracket includes a first fixing part coupled to the first processing device through a fastening member and a second fixing part coupled to the second processing device through a fastening member.
According to paragraph 2,

A first opening is formed in an area of the rear bracket located behind the coupling protrusion,

The rear bracket further includes a plurality of reinforcing ribs that protrude to the inside of the first opening and extend to the engaging protrusion.
In clause 7,

The plurality of reinforcing ribs protrude downward from the upper surface of the first opening and extend to the engaging protrusion.
According to clause 4,

A protruding rib protruding upward is formed at the rear end of the base,

The protruding rib is located at the rear of the second rear panel and restricts a lower position of the second rear panel.
According to paragraph 1,

The second processing device,

a drain hose port that discharges water inside the second cabinet; and

Further comprising a second drain hose coupled to the drain hose port,

A clothing treatment device in which a port opening is formed in the rear bracket at a position corresponding to the drain hose port so that the drain hose port is exposed to the outside.
According to clause 10,

The rear bracket is

A first hose fixing part located below the drain hose port and spaced on one side from the drain hose port to secure the second drain hose, and

A clothing treatment device comprising at least one of a second hose fixing part located below the drain hose port and spaced apart from the drain hose port on the other side to fix the second drain hose.
According to clause 11,

The first treatment device further includes a first drain hose that drains water inside the first cabinet,

The second drain hose is bound to the first drain hose on a downstream side of a portion fixed by at least one of the first hose fixer and the second hose fixer.
According to clause 12,

The first drain hose extends from below the first drum of the first treatment device to above the first drum.
a first processing device including a first cabinet including a first rear panel forming a rear surface and a first drum in which clothes are accommodated; and

A second cabinet disposed on top of the first processing device and including a second rear panel forming a rear surface, a second drum for storing clothes therein, and a drain provided on the second rear panel to discharge water. It includes a second treatment device provided with a spot and a second drain hose coupled to the drain hose port,

It includes a rear bracket coupled to the first rear panel and the second rear panel and having a handle that provides a space to accommodate the carrier's hands,

The rear bracket is,

A clothing treatment device comprising a first hose fixing part that is spaced apart from one side of the drain hose port and fixes the second drain hose.
According to clause 14,

A clothing treatment device wherein the first hose fixing part is located lower than the drain hose port.
According to clause 14,

The position of the second drain hose is restricted by the first hose fixing part,

The first treatment device further includes a first drain hose that drains water inside the first cabinet,

The second drain hose is bound to the first drain hose at a downstream side of the first hose fixing part.
According to clause 14,

It further includes a second hose fixing part that is spaced apart from the drain hose port and fixes the second drain hose,

The second drain hose is fixed by either the first hose fixing part or the second hose fixing part,

The first treatment device further includes a first drain hose that drains water inside the first cabinet,

The second drain hose is bound to the first drain hose on a downstream side of a portion fixed by either the first hose fixer or the second hose fixer.
According to clause 17,

The first drain hose extends from below the first drum of the first treatment device to above the first drum.