TWI705220B - Remote controlling device for gas water heater - Google Patents

Abstract

A remote control device for gas water heater, which is installed at a user end environment, includes an instant temperature sensor, a wireless signal transmitter, a hydraulic actuating switch, a water temperature setter, a water heater status display and an advance setter. The user only needs to set preferred water temperature. This application will be actuated when stream water passes. In the meantime, a water temperature difference value between the set water temperature and the instant water temperature will be transferred to the paired gas water heater through the wireless signal. The gas water heater then converts the difference into a gas flow rate for heating, so that the water will reach a stable demand temperature. If the water temperature is not as expected, the user can improve the difference through "energy-saving" and "comfort" options. Therefore, the device can automatically control the remote gas water heater according to the user's water temperature preference, the instantaneous water temperature, the ambient temperature, and the mixed state of the hot and cold water through a simple operation.

Description

Remote control device for gas water heater

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

The current main operation method of gas water heater is that the user sets the water flow rate and gas flow rate on the water heater so that the water temperature reaches the desired temperature. Recently, some manufacturers have developed remote controllers for water heaters to allow users to control the water heater remotely, and some manufacturers have installed outlet temperature sensors in gas water heaters to counter the effects of seasonal changes. However, gas water heaters cannot obtain the user's real-time water temperature, so they cannot respond to differences in environmental conditions and the user's habit of setting the mixed temperature of cold and hot water. The problem that the water supply temperature is not as expected has not been resolved.

The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a remote remote control device for a gas water heater in view of the shortcomings of the prior art, which can automatically provide convenient operation according to the user's real-time water temperature, water temperature preference, ambient temperature, and cold and hot water mixing state. For remote water heater control requirements, the present invention can provide more choices, allowing users to obtain a more comfortable, environmentally friendly and energy-saving water environment without changing their water usage habits.

In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides a remote remote control device for a gas water heater, which is installed at the user end and is close to or connected to a water outlet device. The remote remote control device for a gas water heater includes: a shell, the shell The body has a body part, a water inlet and a water outlet, the water inlet and the water outlet are arranged on the body part, a water delivery pipeline is connected between the water inlet and the water outlet, and the water delivery pipeline is arranged on the In the main body; a hydraulic start switch, the hydraulic start switch is arranged on the water delivery pipeline, can be used to start the gas water heater remote remote control device; an instant water temperature sensor, the instant water temperature sensor is set on the On the water pipeline, the real-time water temperature sensor can be used to instantly detect the water temperature of the water entering the remote remote control device of the gas water heater; a water temperature setter, the water temperature setter is arranged on the body of the casing Part, the water temperature setting device can be used to set the required temperature of the water; a wireless signal transmitter, the wireless signal transmitter is set on the body of the housing, the wireless signal transmitter can be used to transmit signals to the fuel Gas water heater; a water heater status indicator, the water heater status indicator is arranged on the body of the housing, the water heater status indicator can be used to display the actual temperature of the water detected by the real-time water temperature sensor; an advanced setting device , The advanced setting device can be used to set the advanced mode to improve the difference between the required temperature of the set water and the actual temperature; and a circuit unit, the hydraulic start switch, the real-time water temperature sensor, and the water temperature setting The device, the wireless signal transmitter, the water heater status indicator and the advanced setting device are electrically connected to the circuit unit.

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

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

The beneficial effect of the present invention is that the present invention can automatically provide convenient remote gas water heater control requirements based on the user's real-time water temperature, water temperature preference, ambient temperature, and cold and hot water mixing temperature. The user only needs to set or Confirm the desired temperature and open the water device to get a comfortable water environment. The invention can be combined with the device of the water environment, so that the user can enjoy the stable water temperature in a very environment-friendly and energy-saving way without changing the usage habits.

In order to further understand the features and technical content of the present invention, please refer to the following detailed description and drawings about the present invention. However, the provided drawings are only for reference and description, and are not used to limit the present invention.

The following are specific examples to illustrate the disclosed embodiments of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can understand the advantages and effects of the present invention from the content disclosed in this specification. The present invention can be implemented or applied through other different specific embodiments, and various details in this specification can also be modified and changed based on different viewpoints and applications without departing from the concept of the present invention. In addition, the drawings of the present invention are merely schematic illustrations, and are not drawn according to actual dimensions, and are stated in advance. The following embodiments will further describe the related technical content of the present invention in detail, but the disclosed content is not intended to limit the protection scope of the present invention.

[First Embodiment]

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

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

The present invention can be combined with common device types in the water environment (for example, but not limited to the shower head fixing frame, shower head or faucet, etc.), that is, the housing 1 can be combined with the shower head fixing frame, shower head or faucet, etc., this embodiment It is disclosed that the casing 1 is combined with a shower head fixing frame 10, so that the remote remote control device of the gas water heater and the water use device are integrated.

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

The water temperature setting device 4, the wireless signal transmitter 5, the water heater status display 6 and the circuit unit 8 are arranged on the main body 11 of the housing 1, and the hydraulic start switch 2, the instant water temperature sensor 3, and the water temperature setting device 4. The wireless signal transmitter 5, the water heater status display 6 and the advanced setting device 7 are electrically connected to the circuit unit 8. In this embodiment, the casing 1 is additionally provided with a battery (not shown) to supply the required power. For example, dual rechargeable batteries can be used, one of which is an inseparable built-in battery to ensure full power at all times. Status, the other is separated, it will remind to charge when the power is less than 30%. In addition, a hydroelectric power generation device can also be installed to use hydropower to generate electricity while charging, which is energy-saving and environmentally friendly.

The water temperature setter 4 is exposed outside the body portion 11 of the housing 1. The water temperature setter 4 is a mechanically adjustable button or knob, and the water temperature setter 4 can be used to set the required temperature of the water. In this embodiment, the water temperature setting device 4 adopts a mechanical paragraph type dial to avoid malfunction. The wireless signal transmitter 5 can be used to transmit signals to the control unit 102 of the gas water heater 100, that is, the control unit 102 of the gas water heater 100 is also provided with a wireless signal transmitter 103 that matches the wireless signal transmitter 5. The wireless signal transmitters 5 and 103 can use RF signals, ZigBee, Bluetooth, or WiFi to transmit signals. The water heater status indicator 6 is exposed outside the main body 11 of the housing 1 and can be used to display the actual temperature detected by the real-time water temperature sensor 3. The water heater status indicator 6 can also adopt a touch display screen to facilitate message interaction . The advanced setting device 7 can be set on the main body 11 of the housing 1, and the advanced setting device 7 can also be integrated into the water heater status display 6 so that the advanced mode can be set by touch to improve the expected value (setting The difference between the required temperature of water) and the actual temperature.

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

After the unheated water between the water end and the gas water heater 100 is removed for a period of time, the temperature value of the instant water temperature sensor 3 on the water end will gradually reach a stable required temperature. If the stable water temperature is not as expected (usually the water temperature is low), there are two possibilities: one is the energy loss caused by the environment between the water end (user end) and the gas water heater 100, and the other is the user's water The device 200 is set to mix with cold water. At this time, the present invention can further provide two option prompts of “energy saving” and “comfort” to improve the gap between the expected value and the actual situation for the user. The “energy saving” and “comfort” modes are set by the advanced setting device 7.

If the user selects the "energy saving" mode, the present invention can prompt the user to turn off the cold water with a prompt device, and the water temperature will gradually reach the ideal temperature under normal conditions. The prompting device can be a water heater status display 6 and can be prompted by a picture displayed on the water heater status display 6. Or a sound element 15 and a light emitting element 16 are provided on the main body 11 of the casing 1 as a reminder device, and the sound element 15 and the light emitting element 16 are electrically connected to the circuit unit 8 so that the sound element 15 can emit sound or the light emitting element 16 emits light. To remind. If there is still no improvement or there is no action on the user side, the present invention will automatically enter the comfort mode. If the user selects or the device automatically enters the "comfort" mode, the present invention will transmit the drop value signal between the expected temperature and the actual temperature through the wireless signal transmitter 5 to the paired gas water heater 100 to increase the water temperature to achieve Ideal temperature.

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

[Second and Third Embodiment]

Please refer to Figures 3 and 4, the gas water heater remote control device of the present invention can also be integrated on the water outlet devices 400, 500 such as faucets or shower heads. That is, the gas water heater remote control device can be installed in the mixed temperature water tap Between the shower head and the shower head, it can also be presented as a shower head, or connected to the water inlet of the shower head, or presented as a faucet, or connected to the outlet of the mixed temperature faucet, but it is not limited to this, that is, the remote end of the gas water heater The remote control device can be installed at the user end, close to or connected (installed) to any type of water outlet device.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the housing 1 can also be formed in a two-piece design, that is, the housing 1 can be divided into a first housing and a second housing (the figure is omitted), the first housing and the The second housing can be electrically connected by wires or connectors, such as hydraulic start switch 2, instant water temperature sensor 3, water temperature setter 4, wireless signal transmitter 5, water heater status indicator 6, circuit unit 8, and other devices It can be arranged in different first shells or second shells as required.

[Beneficial effects of the embodiment]

The beneficial effect of the present invention is that the present invention can automatically provide convenient remote gas water heater control requirements based on the user's real-time water temperature, water temperature preference, ambient temperature, and cold and hot water mixing temperature. The user only needs to set or Confirm the desired temperature and turn on the water device (such as shower head or faucet) to get a comfortable water environment. The invention can be combined with the device of the water environment, so that the user can enjoy the stable water temperature in a very environment-friendly and energy-saving way without changing the usage habits.

The invention is directly installed at the water use site, and is completely integrated with the environment after installation, and there is no trouble of losing or not finding the controller. The invention uses water flow to start, the user does not need additional actions, and does not need to change the usage habits at all.

The temperature setting of the present invention can adopt a mechanical adjustment type setting (non-conventional electronic button type), and does not need to display the set temperature through a display, which can avoid accidental touch, and will not be confused with the real-time temperature at the same time, making the operation more intuitive and convenient. Since the present invention is equipped with water temperature sensing at the water end, it can not only automatically adjust the heating state of the gas (gas) water heater with changes in the climate environment temperature, but also can completely improve the trouble caused by the difference between the user's environment and water usage habits, and can greatly improve comfort , And the goal of saving energy.

The content disclosed above is only a preferred and feasible embodiment of the present invention, and does not limit the scope of the patent application of the present invention. Therefore, all equivalent technical changes made using the description and schematic content of the present invention are included in the application of the present invention. Within the scope of the patent.

1: shell

11: Body part

12: Water inlet

13: water outlet

14: Water pipeline

15: Sound component

16: light-emitting element

2: Hydraulic start switch

3: Instant water temperature sensor

4: Water temperature setter

5: Wireless signal transmitter

6: Water heater status display

7: Advanced setting tool

8: Circuit unit

10: Shower head fixing frame

100: Gas water heater

101: water outlet

102: control unit

103: wireless signal transmitter

200: water outlet device

300: Mixed temperature faucet

301: water outlet

400: water outlet device

500: Water outlet device

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

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

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

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

1: shell

11: Body part

12: Water inlet

13: water outlet

14: Water pipeline

15: Sound component

16: light-emitting element

2: Hydraulic start switch

3: Instant water temperature sensor

4: Water temperature setter

5: Wireless signal transmitter

6: Water heater status display

7: Advanced setting tool

8: Circuit unit

10: Shower head fixing frame

Claims (9)

A remote remote control device for a gas water heater is installed at the user end and is close to or connected to a water outlet device. The remote remote control device for a gas water heater includes: a housing with a body, a water inlet, and A water outlet, the water inlet and the water outlet are arranged on the body part, a water delivery pipeline is connected between the water inlet and the water outlet, the water delivery pipeline is arranged in the body part; a hydraulic start switch, the hydraulic The start switch is arranged on the water delivery pipeline and can be used to start the remote remote control device of the gas water heater; an instant water temperature sensor is arranged on the water delivery pipeline, and the instant water temperature sensor The device can be used to detect the water temperature of the water entering the remote remote control device of the gas water heater in real time; a water temperature setting device, the water temperature setting device is arranged on the main body of the casing, the water temperature setting device can be used To set the required temperature of water; a wireless signal transmitter, the wireless signal transmitter is arranged on the body of the housing, the wireless signal transmitter can be used to transmit signals to the gas water heater; a water heater status indicator, the water heater The status indicator is arranged on the main body of the casing. The water heater status indicator can be used to display the actual temperature of the water detected by the real-time water temperature sensor; an advanced setting device can be used for setting Advanced mode to improve the difference between the required temperature and the actual temperature of the set water; and a circuit unit, the hydraulic start switch, the real-time water temperature sensor, the water temperature setter, the wireless signal transmitter, and the water heater The status indicator and the advanced setting device are electrically connected to the circuit unit; wherein the advanced mode includes an energy-saving mode and a comfortable mode, and in the energy-saving mode, a prompt device electrically connected to the circuit unit can be used to prompt the user Turn off the cold water at the end; in the comfort mode, the drop signal between the required temperature of the set water and the actual temperature can be transmitted to the paired fuel through the wireless signal transmitter. Gas water heater to increase water temperature. The remote control device for a gas water heater as described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein the water outlet device is a shower head or a faucet. As described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, the gas water heater remote control device, wherein the shell is combined with a shower head fixing frame, a faucet or a shower head. As described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, the gas water heater remote control device, wherein the water temperature setting device is a mechanically adjustable button or knob. The remote control device for a gas water heater according to the first item of the scope of patent application, wherein the advanced setting device is arranged on the main body of the casing or integrated with the water heater status indicator. A remote remote control device for a gas water heater is installed at the user end and is close to or connected to a water outlet device. The remote remote control device for a gas water heater includes: a housing with a body, a water inlet, and A water outlet, the water inlet and the water outlet are arranged on the body part, a water delivery pipeline is connected between the water inlet and the water outlet, the water delivery pipeline is arranged in the body part; a hydraulic start switch, the hydraulic The start switch is arranged on the water delivery pipeline and can be used to start the remote remote control device of the gas water heater; an instant water temperature sensor is arranged on the water delivery pipeline, and the instant water temperature sensor The device can be used to detect the water temperature of the water entering the remote remote control device of the gas water heater in real time; a water temperature setting device, the water temperature setting device is arranged on the main body of the casing, the water temperature setting device can be used To set the required temperature of water; a wireless signal transmitter, the wireless signal transmitter is arranged on the body of the housing, the wireless signal transmitter can be used to transmit signals to the gas water heater; a water heater status indicator, the water heater The status indicator is arranged on the main body of the casing, and the water heater status indicator can be used to display the actual temperature of the water detected by the real-time water temperature sensor; and A circuit unit, the hydraulic start switch, the instant water temperature sensor, the water temperature setter, the wireless signal transmitter and the water heater status display are electrically connected to the circuit unit. As described in item 6 of the scope of patent application, the gas water heater remote control device, wherein the water outlet device is a shower head or a faucet. As described in item 6 of the scope of patent application, the gas water heater remote control device, wherein the shell is combined with a shower head fixing frame, a faucet or a shower head. As described in item 6 of the scope of patent application, the gas water heater remote control device, wherein the water temperature setting device is a mechanically adjustable button or knob.

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