JP2008178574A - Shower equipment - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a shower device with improved interior characteristics.
A heat source device that generates hot water, a shower head that discharges hot water, a shower hose that connects the heat source device and the shower head to flow hot water therein, and an LED that emits light. The interior property can be improved by causing the LED to emit light in accordance with the discharge of hot water from the shower head. Moreover, it is provided with a plurality of LEDs having different colors and a hot water temperature detecting means for detecting the temperature of the hot water supplied from the heat source device, and a plurality of LEDs according to the temperature detected by the hot water temperature detecting means. By changing the color to a plurality of colors, the user can visually check the shower temperature by the color of the LED, and the visibility is improved.
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Description

  The present invention relates to a shower device used in a bathroom or the like.

A conventional shower apparatus includes a heat source device that supplies hot water and a shower head that discharges hot water supplied from the heat source device. The shower head is fixed to a fixture directly attached to a wall such as a bathroom. In addition, it is generally used to attach a fixture to a wall via a support (see, for example, Patent Document 1).
JP 2006-141852 A

  However, in the above-mentioned conventional configuration, the support column is configured by extrusion molding of a general resin, and the color and shape are not limited. Therefore, an aesthetic balance with the shower head cannot be taken, There was a problem of being incongruent, poor matching with the bathroom, and poor interior.

  The present invention solves the above-described conventional problems, and an object thereof is to provide a shower apparatus with improved interior properties.

  In order to solve the above-described conventional problems, a shower apparatus according to the present invention includes a heat source device that generates high-temperature hot water, a shower head that discharges hot water, and the heat source device and the shower head connected to each other to supply hot water. A shower hose to be distributed and an LED that emits light are provided, and the LED emits light in accordance with the discharge of hot water from the shower head.

  Thereby, since LED can be light-emitted according to the hot water discharged | emitted from a shower head, interior property can be improved.

  The present invention can provide a shower device with improved interior properties.

  A shower apparatus according to a first aspect of the present invention includes a heat source device that generates high-temperature hot water, a shower head that discharges hot water, a shower hose that connects the heat source device and the shower head and distributes hot water therein, and light. It is possible to improve interior properties by providing an LED that emits light and causing the LED to emit light in accordance with the discharge of hot water from the shower head.

  The shower apparatus of 2nd invention is equipped with several LED from which a color differs, and the hot water temperature detection means which detects the temperature of the hot water supplied from the said heat source machine, The temperature detected by the said hot water temperature detection means Accordingly, by changing the color to a plurality of colors using a plurality of LEDs, the user can visually check the temperature of the shower according to the color of the LEDs, and the visibility is improved.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Note that the present invention is not limited to the embodiments.

(Embodiment 1)
FIG. 1 is a front view of a shower device in the present embodiment, and FIG. 2 is a side view of the shower device in the present embodiment.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the shower apparatus in the first embodiment sets a heat source unit 1 for supplying hot water, a water supply pipe 2 for supplying water to the heat source unit 1, and a water supply amount from the water supply pipe 2 And a shower head 8 that discharges hot water toward the user, and a shower hose 7 that connects the heat source machine 1 and the shower head 8. , A stop cock knob 4 for starting and stopping the discharge of hot water from the shower head 8, a temperature adjusting knob 5 which is a hot water temperature adjusting means for adjusting the hot water temperature, and for supplying air into the hot water An air valve switch 6 is provided for operating the air supply means.

  In FIG. 1, 1 is a heat source device for supplying hot water, 2 is a water inlet pipe for supplying water to the heat source device 1, 3 is a flow rate adjusting knob for setting the amount of water supply, 4 is a stop cock knob for water stop operation, 5 Is a hot water temperature adjustment knob for setting the hot water temperature, 6 is an air bubble switch for operating the air supply means for supplying air into the hot water, 7 is a shower hose for passing hot water, and 8 is hot water. The shower head which discharges is shown, and the hot water discharged from this shower head 8 mixes air and ejects it. 9 is a fixing tool for inserting and fixing the shower head 8, 10 is a support for supporting the fixing tool 9, and the fixing tool 9 is freely movable between the support pillars 10 configured in a bar shape, and is fixed at an appropriate position. Like to do. Reference numeral 11 denotes a fixture for fixing the column 10 to the wall surface of a bathroom or the like, and 12 denotes a tray for storing soap or the like supported by the column 10. The above 9 to 11 constitute the support for the shower head 8. ing. The column 10 is made of a transparent resin in which a bubble-like gas 10a is sealed in the image of a bubble shower, and the LED 38 is provided at both ends of the column.

  FIG. 2 is a side view showing the mounting structure of the heat source unit 1 and the support 12 to the wall surface 36 and the like. The support is fixed at a convenient position when the shower head 8 is fixed and the shower is used.

  Next, a detailed configuration will be described with reference to FIG. 13 is a flow control valve that adjusts the flow according to the operation of the flow control knob 3, 14 is a detector that detects the flow, 15 is a stop cock that operates in conjunction with the operation of the stop cock knob 4, and 38 is a stop. An LED that lights up in conjunction with the operation of the faucet knob 4, 16 is a hot water temperature adjustment volume, 37 is a tank that forms a heat exchanger in the heat source unit 1, and has a heater 18 inside. The supplied water is heated and heated to the hot water temperature set by the hot water temperature adjusting volume 16. Reference numeral 17 denotes a control circuit for controlling the hot water temperature and the operation of the air supply means 19 for supplying air to be mixed into the hot water based on the operation switch and the detection signal. When the air supply means 19 is in operation, a signal is sent to the notification means 20. To inform the operation state. Reference numeral 21 denotes a thermistor for detecting hot water temperature provided in the tank 37, and 22 an air hose connected to the exhaust side of the air supply means 19, so that air discharged from the air supply means 19 is mixed into the hot water. I have to. Reference numeral 23 denotes an intake hose connected to the intake side of the air supply means 19 so that an intake opening is arranged near the lower end of the heat source unit 1 and a filter 24 is provided in the opening.

The operation of the shower apparatus configured as described above will be described. The water introduced from the water inlet pipe 2 passes through the flow rate control valve 13, the flow rate detector 14, and the stop cock 15 into the tank 37 having the heater 18. The hot water is discharged from the shower head 8 through the shower hose 7 which is supplied and heated here and connected to the hot water discharge pipe 25. The shower hot water temperature at this time can be obtained by adjusting the amount of heat generated by the heater 18 according to the water temperature and the flow rate. In order to obtain a comfortable shower hot water temperature, the hot water temperature adjusting knob 5 is used to adjust the shower water temperature to a desired temperature in advance, and the resistance value of the thermistor 21 for detecting the hot water temperature in the tank 37 and the hot water temperature adjusting volume 16 is controlled by the control circuit 17. In comparison, the energization rate of the heater 18 is controlled and adjusted to the desired shower water temperature. The tank 37 is provided with a protector 26 that prevents heating in the event of an abnormality. When the temperature rises abnormally, the energization of the heater 18 is cut off. Further, the outlet pipe 25 connected to the outlet side of the tank 37 and the shower hose 7 for guiding hot water to the shower head 8 are joined by a connecting member 27, and the outlet portion 28 of the air supply means 19 is connected to a suitable position of the joining member 27. The air hose 22 connected to the water hose is joined in a watertight manner, and the air hose 22 is inserted through the shower hose 7 to the vicinity of the tip of the shower head 8. And the air supplied from the air supply means 19 is mixed in the liquid near the front-end | tip of this shower head 8, and the uniform mixing state is ensured.

  Here, when the stop cock 15 is turned on by turning on the stop cock 15, the hot water starts to start and the LEDs 38 provided at both ends of the column are turned on. Further, when the air bubble switch 6 is turned on, the control circuit 37 Supply means 19 starts operation and air is supplied. Then, as described above, air is mixed into the hot water, and the air 29 is ejected from the shower head 8 into the hot water 28 in a mixed state.

  FIG. 4 shows the water amount Q1 and the air amount Q2 with respect to the primary pressure P, 30 indicates the water amount region Q1, and 31 indicates the air amount region Q2. And the synthetic | combination flow volume 32 discharged from the shower head 8 turns into the quantity area | region which added the air quantity area | region Q2 to the said water quantity area | region Q1. For example, when the primary pressure is Pa, the amount of water is Qa, and when only hot water is discharged, the hot water can be discharged only at a small flow rate, and the cleaning ability is lowered when using the shower, and the shower feeling is unsatisfactory. I feel something. However, since air Qb is added when air is mixed, Qa + Qb can be secured as the combined flow rate, and the same effect as the water amount Qc corresponding to the primary pressure Pb when only hot water is discharged can be obtained. Improves cleaning ability and ensures a comfortable shower sensation.

  FIG. 5 shows the water pressure P1 and the air pressure P2 with respect to the amount Q of the tap water, 33 indicates the water pressure region P1, and 34 indicates the air pressure P2. The combined pressure 35 discharged from the shower head 8 is a pressure range obtained by adding the air pressure P2 to the water pressure range P1. As in the case of the above flow rate, by mixing air even when the hot water is discharged at a low water pressure, the jet pressure from the shower head 8 can be increased, and a comfortable shower feeling can be ensured.

  Next, when the air bubble switch 6 is pressed again to turn it off, the control circuit 17 acts to stop the operation of the air supply means 19 and stops the mixing of air into the hot water. And only hot water is poured out from the shower head 8, and the conventional usage is also possible.

  Further, when the air bubble switch 6 is turned on and the hot water temperature adjustment volume 16 is turned off, water mixed with air is discharged from the shower head 8 in a state where energization to the heater 18 is stopped. That is, it can be used as an aerated water shower.

  As described above, the shower device of the present embodiment is made of a transparent resin or the like in which gas is sealed in a foam on a column that supports a fixture when the shower head is fixed, and LEDs are mounted on both ends of the column. By providing it, you can change the color of the column, maintain a aesthetic balance with the shower head that is relatively luxurious, and when attached to the bathroom wall, etc. As well as enhancing the interior, it can also create a refreshing feeling as a shower device.

In addition, the shower apparatus of the present invention allows air to be mixed into the hot water from the upstream side of the shower head by the air supply means, and either the hot water or the mixed hot water mixed with air can be discharged from the shower head. As a result, the hot water and air are mixed in a very uniform state, and the effect of mixing air becomes remarkable. In other words, a water-saving effect that provides a sufficient cleaning effect even with a small amount of hot water, and an increased air pressure by adding air pressure even at a low hot water pressure to ensure a comfortable shower sensation and also a massage effect it can. Furthermore, it can be used properly according to the application, which greatly improves usability.

  The present invention is most suitable for a shower device with improved interior properties.

The front view of the shower apparatus in the 1st Embodiment of this invention Side view of the device System diagram of the equipment Diagram showing flow rate characteristics with respect to pressure The figure which shows the pressure characteristic with respect to the flow rate of the same device

Explanation of symbols

1 Heat source machine 7 Shower hose 8 Shower head 9 Fixing fixture 10 Prop 38 LED

Claims (2)

The shower head comprising: a heat source device that generates hot water; a shower head that discharges hot water; a shower hose that connects the heat source device and the shower head to distribute hot water therein; and an LED that emits light. A shower device characterized by causing the LED to emit light according to the discharge of hot water from the bath. A plurality of LEDs having different colors and a hot water temperature detecting means for detecting the temperature of hot water supplied from the heat source device are provided, and the plurality of LEDs are colored according to the temperature detected by the hot water temperature detecting means. The shower device according to claim 1, wherein the shower device is variable to a plurality of colors.

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