KR20230172849A - Apparatus for treating laundry - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention provides a clothing treatment device. In an embodiment, the clothing treatment device includes: a first treatment device provided with a first front panel on the front side and a first drum accommodating clothing therein; a second processing device disposed above the first processing device, having a second front panel on the front side, and a second drum accommodating clothes therein; and a control panel provided between the first front panel and the second front panel and provided with a user interface (UI) for controlling one or more of the first processing device and the second processing device, The control panel includes a cover panel including a front portion forming an exterior, an upper portion extending rearward from the upper side of the front portion, and a lower surface portion extending rearward from a lower side of the front portion; and an electrical module coupled to the cover panel at the rear of the cover panel, wherein the electrical module includes: a supporter having a front panel-shaped front; and a flat panel display located in front of the supporter and supported by the supporter. and a circuit board located behind the supporter and electrically connected to the flat panel display.

Description

Clothing processing equipment {APPARATUS FOR TREATING LAUNDRY}

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.

Publication document KR 10-2008-0021921 A1 (Prior Document 1) shows a clothing treatment device equipped with a plurality of processing devices stacked together. The laundry treatment device has a first processing device provided at the upper side and a second processing device provided at the lower side. Additionally, a structure in which the first processing device and the second processing device have respective operating units and display units is disclosed. However, the clothing processing device disclosed in Prior Document 1 discloses a structure in which a plurality of distinct processing devices have respective operation units and display units. In this case, the user must check the status of each of the plurality of processing devices, and the plurality of processing devices must be processed separately. Each device must be operated individually, and it may be disadvantageous to operate the plurality of processing devices in conjunction with each other.

Public document KR 10-2021-0112087 A1 (prior document 2) shows a clothing treatment device equipped with a plurality of processing devices stacked together. A structure for operating a first processing device and a second processing device using a single control panel is disclosed. Prior Document 2 presents a structure for combining a control panel between the first processing device and the second processing device. However, it does not present an effective combination of each component that makes up the control panel.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a structure that can improve workability when combining each component forming a control panel.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a control panel including a flat display, and to provide a clothing treatment device that can implement a simple and clear user interface (UI) design by configuring the control panel using the flat display.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a structure that can protect a flat display, which is vulnerable to moisture, from a clothing treatment device that is constantly exposed to moisture.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a coupling structure in which each component forming a control panel can be stably coupled to each other to maintain sealing properties.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a clothing treatment device that can reduce the quality deterioration of the screen provided to the user through a cover panel when constructing a control panel including a flat display.

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 an embodiment, the clothing treatment device includes: a first treatment device provided with a first front panel on the front side and a first drum accommodating clothing therein; a second processing device disposed above the first processing device, having a second front panel on the front side, and a second drum accommodating clothes therein; and a control panel provided between the first front panel and the second front panel and provided with a user interface (UI) for controlling one or more of the first processing device and the second processing device, The control panel includes a cover panel including a front portion forming an exterior, an upper portion extending rearward from the upper side of the front portion, and a lower surface portion extending rearward from a lower side of the front portion; and an electrical module coupled to the cover panel at the rear of the cover panel, wherein the electrical module includes: a supporter having a front panel-shaped front; and a flat panel display located in front of the supporter and supported by the supporter. and a circuit board located behind the supporter and electrically connected to the flat panel display.

In an embodiment, a display mounting portion on which the flat display is positioned may be formed on the front of the supporter.

In an embodiment, a first sealing portion in which a first sealer is positioned may be formed on the front of the supporter, surrounding an area outside the display mounting portion.

In an embodiment, the first sealing part may be formed as a first sealing groove into which the first sealer is inserted.

In an embodiment, the supporter may be coupled to the upper and lower surfaces of the cover panel.

In an embodiment, the circuit board may be provided with one or more touch buttons provided as a pair of light emitting members and touch sensors.

In an embodiment, it may further include a sealing cover located behind the circuit board, covering the circuit board, and coupled to the supporter.

In an embodiment, a second sealing portion is formed on the back of the supporter to surround an outer area where the circuit board is disposed and a second sealer is positioned, and the sealing cover includes a front portion and the first sealing portion in front of the front portion. 2. It may include a sealing protrusion formed to protrude along a portion facing the sealer.

In an embodiment, the second sealing part may be provided as a groove-shaped second sealing groove, and the sealing protrusion may be inserted into the second sealing groove.

In an embodiment, a wiring hole is formed in the front part of the sealing cover, a cable transmitting power to the circuit board approaches the circuit board through the wiring hole, and the wiring hole is sealed in the wiring hole. A wiring hole sealing member may be provided to do this.

In an embodiment, the sealing cover may include a wiring hole protrusion that protrudes rearward along a circumference of the wiring hole.

In an embodiment, the sealing cover may be formed to have an area smaller than the front surface of the supporter.

In an embodiment, a display mounting portion on which the flat display is located is located on the front of the supporter; and a first sealing groove surrounding an area outside the display mounting portion and fixing the position of the first sealer. A second sealing groove is formed on the back of the supporter, surrounding the outer area where the circuit board is placed and fixing the second sealer in position. A sealing groove may be formed, and the upper and lower portions of the first sealing groove may be formed in portions facing the upper and lower portions of the second sealing groove.

In an embodiment, the supporter includes: a front portion of the supporter forming the front; A supporter upper surface portion formed on an upper side of the supporter front portion; and a lower surface portion of the supporter formed below the front portion of the supporter, wherein a groove open in the outward direction is formed between the second sealing groove and the first sealing groove in the upper surface portion of the supporter and the lower surface portion of the supporter. You can.

In an embodiment, the supporter includes: a front portion of the supporter forming the front; A supporter upper surface portion formed on an upper side of the supporter front portion; and a supporter lower surface formed on a lower side of the supporter front part, wherein one or more sealing cover coupling parts protruding rearward are formed on the supporter upper surface part and the supporter lower surface part, and the sealing cover coupling part in the existing sealing cover is formed. Supporter coupling portions may be formed at corresponding positions.

In an embodiment, the supporter coupling portion may be formed as a protrusion, and the sealing cover coupling portion may be formed as a receiving hole capable of receiving the protrusion.

In an embodiment, the sealing cover further includes screw coupling portions formed on the left and right sides, a coupling boss is formed at a position corresponding to the screw coupling portion in the supporter, and the original screw coupling portion and the coupling boss are screws. Can be combined by absence.

In an embodiment, the sealing cover may include one or more cover panel locking protrusions that protrude in one or more directions of upward and downward.

In an embodiment, it is formed to protrude inward from the upper or lower surface of the cover panel, is formed to face the cover panel engaging protrusion at the rear of the cover panel engaging protrusion, and is in close contact with the cover panel engaging protrusion to form the sealing cover. It may include a first restraining protrusion that restrains from the rear.

In an embodiment, a slit may be formed around the first constraining protrusion, and the slit may be closed at the front and may be formed to surround the periphery of the first constraining protrusion.

In an embodiment, either the upper surface or the lower surface of the cover panel includes: the first constraining protrusion; and a second constraining protrusion that protrudes toward the inside of the cover panel and is located rearward of the supporter, and is inserted into a groove formed in the supporter to constrain the position of the supporter.

In an embodiment, the first constraining protrusion is formed on one of the upper and lower surfaces of the cover panel, and the first constraining protrusion is formed to protrude inward on the other one of the upper and lower surfaces of the cover panel. A third restraining protrusion may be formed that is located rearward of the supporter and restricts the position of the supporter.

In an embodiment, the sealing cover further includes a cover panel coupling portion protruding from either an upper or lower portion, and the cover panel further includes an electric module coupling portion formed at a position corresponding to the cover panel coupling portion; , the cover panel coupling portion and the electric module coupling portion may be coupled to each other.

In an embodiment, the cover panel coupling portion is formed with a protrusion, and the electric module coupling portion is formed with a protrusion receiving hole, so that the electric module is coupled to the cover panel by the coupling in which the protrusion is received in the protrusion receiving hole. You can.

In an embodiment, a speaker mounting portion may be formed on the supporter, and the speaker mounting portion may be formed in a position that does not overlap with the sealing cover when viewed from the front.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, when combining each component forming a control panel, a structure that can improve workability can be obtained.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, a control panel including a flat panel display can be obtained, and a simple and clear user interface (UI) design can be implemented by configuring the control panel using the flat panel display.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, a flat panel display vulnerable to moisture can be protected from a clothing treatment device that is constantly exposed to moisture.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, it is possible to obtain a coupling structure in which each component forming the control panel can be stably coupled to each other to maintain sealing properties.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, when constructing a control panel including a flat display, it is possible to reduce the quality degradation of the screen provided to the user through the cover panel.

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 front perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is an exploded perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 4 is a perspective view of a cover panel constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 5 is a partial enlarged view of part A of Figure 4.
Figure 6 is a plan view of an electrical module coupling portion according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 7 is a partial enlarged view of part B of Figure 4.
Figure 8 is a plan view of the second front panel coupling portion according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 9 is a perspective view looking downward from the inside of the cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 10 is a partial enlarged view of part C of Figure 9.
Figure 11 is a partial enlarged view of part D of Figure 9.
Figure 12 is a perspective view looking upward from the inside of the cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 13 is a partial enlarged view of part E of Figure 12.
Figure 14 is a partial enlarged view of part F of Figure 12.
Figure 15 is a bottom view of the first front panel coupling portion according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 16 is a front perspective view of a supporter constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 17 is a rear perspective view of a supporter constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 18 is a cross-sectional view taken along section line II of Figure 17.
Figure 19 is a rear perspective view of a sealing cover constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the invention.
Figure 20 is a rear perspective view of an electrical module according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 21 is a cross-sectional view taken along section line II-II of FIG. 20.
Figure 22 is an enlarged view of the coupled portion viewed from the rear to illustrate the coupling of the electrical module and the cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 23 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line III-III of Figure 24.
Figure 24 is a partial enlarged view of part G of Figure 23.
Figure 25 is a view from the inside of the cover panel combined with the first front panel and the second front panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 26 is a perspective view of the cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention as seen from the inside.

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 that are 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. In one embodiment of the present invention, the clothing treatment device 1 includes a first processing device 10, a second processing device 20, and a control panel 200.

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.

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, -Y).

The first processing device 10 may be provided with a first left side panel 115 in one direction (+Y). A first right side panel 116 (see FIG. 2) may be provided on the other side (-Y) of the first processing device 10. A first rear panel (not shown) may be provided on the rear side of the first processing device 10. A first top panel (not shown) may be provided on the upper side of the first processing device 10. A first bottom panel (not shown) may be provided on the lower side of the first processing device 10.

The first front panel 112, the first side panel 115, the first rear panel (not shown), the first top panel 119, 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.

The first processing device 10 allows clothing, etc. requiring processing to be input into the first cabinet 110 through the clothing opening and accommodated inside the first drum 12, and to the first processing device 10. processing may be performed.

A detergent opening is formed in the first front panel 112, and 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, the first front panel 112 is provided with a filter opening into which a filter unit 18 that collects foreign substances from washing water is inserted, and the filter unit 18 is inserted into the filter opening. 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 19. The first device control unit 19 is a component that controls various devices constituting the first processing device 10. The first device control unit 19 is disposed inside the first cabinet 110. The first device control unit 19 may include a circuit board and electrical components mounted on the circuit board. In an embodiment, the first device control unit 19 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 19 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).

The second processing device 20 may be provided with a second left side panel 125 in one direction (+Y). A second right side panel 126 (see FIG. 2) may be provided on the other side (-Y) of the second processing device 20. A second rear panel (not shown) 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 (not shown) may be provided below the second processing device 20.

The second front panel 122, the second side panel 125, the second rear panel (not shown), the second top panel 127, and the base 500 are combined with each other to form the second cabinet 120. , can have a connection 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 introduced into the second cabinet 120 through the clothing opening of the second processing device 20 and accommodated inside 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 500 of the second processing device 20.

The second processing device 20 may be provided with a second device control unit 29. The second device control unit 29 is a component that controls various devices constituting the second processing device 2. The second device control unit 29 is disposed inside the second cabinet 120. The second device control unit 29 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 29 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 the first device control unit 19 and/or the second processing device 20. 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 300 is provided at the rear of the clothing processing device 1. The rear bracket 300 is combined with the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20. The rear bracket 300 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. A handle for the carrier is formed on the rear bracket 300. The carrier can more easily move the clothing handling device 1 using the handle provided on the rear bracket 300.

Figure 2 is a front perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. This will be explained with reference to Figure 2.

The control panel 2000 includes a cover panel 2100. An electrical module (3000, see FIG. 3) is located at the rear of the cover panel (2100). The cover panel 2100 includes a front part 2110, an upper surface part 2120, a lower surface part 2130 (see FIG. 9), a first side part 2142, and a second side part 2144. The front portion 2110 forms the exterior of the cover panel 2100. The upper surface portion 2120 extends rearward from the upper surface of the front portion 2110. The lower surface portion 2130 extends rearward from the lower surface of the front portion 2110. The first side portion 2142 extends rearward from the first side of the front portion 2110. The second side portion 2144 extends rearward from the second side of the front portion 2110.

Figure 3 is an exploded perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The control panel 2000 includes a cover panel 2100 and an electrical module 3000. The electrical module 3000 is coupled to the cover panel 2100 at the rear of the cover panel 2100. The electronic module 3000 includes a supporter 2200, a sealing cover 2300, a flat panel display 2400, and a circuit board 2500.

The supporter 2200 is configured to support the flat panel display 2400. The supporter 2200 has a panel-shaped front. The supporter 2200 is coupled to the upper surface 2120 and the lower surface 2130 of the cover panel 2100.

The flat panel display 2400 is located in front of the supporter 2200. The flat panel display 2400 is supported by a supporter 2200. The flat display 2400 is located between the cover panel 2100 and the supporter 2200. In the description of the present invention, the flat display 2400 refers to a thin display and can be provided in various forms such as LCD, PDP, AMLCD, PMLCD, OLED, and LED.

The sealing cover 2300 is located at the rear of the supporter 2200 and is coupled to the supporter 2200. The sealing cover 2300 covers the circuit board 2500. The sealing cover 2300 is located at the rear of the circuit board 2500. A circuit board 2500 is located in the first space 2390 (see FIG. 21) formed between the sealing cover 2300 and the supporter 2200.

A plurality of circuit boards 2500 may be provided. Some of the circuit boards 2500 may be covered by the cover panel 2100 to block contact with external air. The circuit board 2500 may be composed of a circuit board for a speaker, which will be described later, a circuit board 2510 for a flat panel display 2400 and a touch button 2511 provided as an input button, and a circuit board for a communication module. The circuit board for the flat panel display 2400 is electrically connected to the flat panel display 2400 and transmits signals to the flat panel display 2400. Additionally, the user's input signal can be received through the user UI. In an embodiment, the circuit board for the flat panel display 2400 may be covered by a sealing cover 2300 to block contact with external air.

A touch button 2511 is provided on the circuit board 2510 for the flat panel display 2400. The touch button 2511 is provided as a pair of a light emitting member and a touch sensor. The light emitting member indicates whether the corresponding touch sensor is activated. For example, when the touch sensor is activated, the light emitting member emits light. The light emitting device may be provided as an LED device. The supporter 2200 can focus the light diffused from the light emitting device to a specific location. In an embodiment, one or more sensor holes 2216 are formed in the supporter 2200. The sensor hole 2116 is formed at a position corresponding to the position where the touch button 2511 is provided. The sensor hole 2116 forms a blocking wall extending forward or backward from the perimeter of the hole. The blocking wall prevents light emitted from the light emitting device from spreading to the surroundings of the touch button 2511. By placing the circuit board 2510 behind the supporter 2200, light from the touch button 2511 can be prevented from spreading.

Figure 4 is a front perspective view of a cover panel constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. The cover panel 2100 will be explained with reference to FIG. 4 .

Elements for coupling with other components are formed on the upper surface portion 2120 of the cover panel 2100. In an embodiment, an electrical module coupling portion 2121 is formed in the center of the upper surface portion 2120. The electrical module coupling portion 2121 is configured to be combined with the electrical module 3000. In an embodiment, a plurality of second front panel coupling portions 2123 are formed on the upper surface portion 2120. The second front panel coupling portion 2123 protrudes toward the outside of the cover panel 2100. The second front panel coupling portion 2123 protrudes toward the upper side of the cover panel 2100.

Figure 5 is a partial enlarged view of part A of Figure 4. Figure 6 is a plan view of an electrical module coupling portion according to an embodiment of the present invention. With reference to FIGS. 5 and 6, the electric module coupling portion 2121 will be described.

The electrical module coupling portion 2121 is configured to combine the electrical module 3000 and the cover panel 2100. In an embodiment, the electrical module coupling portion 2121 is coupled to the sealing cover 2300. The electrical module coupling portion 2121 is formed at a position corresponding to the cover panel coupling protrusion 2321 (see FIG. 20). A protrusion receiving hole 2121a is formed in the electrical module coupling portion 2121. In an embodiment, the protrusion receiving hole 2121a may form an electrical module coupling portion 2121. The protrusion receiving hole 2121a accommodates the cover panel engaging protrusion 2321 (see FIG. 20) formed on the sealing cover 2300.

In an embodiment, a slit 2121c is formed around the protrusion receiving hole 2121a. The term slit used in this description refers to a narrow opening. The slit 2121c is closed at the rear and is formed to surround the protrusion receiving hole 2121a. The protrusion receiving hole 2121a and the slit 2121c are formed to be spaced apart at a predetermined distance. The protrusion receiving hole 2121a is formed on the elastic surface 2121b, which has higher elasticity than other parts of the upper surface 2120 due to the slit 2121c. The slit 2121c is formed to extend from the rear surface of the upper surface 2120 to a position spaced a predetermined distance apart.

A reinforcing protrusion 2121e may be further formed around the slit 2121c along the outside of the slit 2121c. A reinforcing protrusion 2121d may be further formed around the protrusion receiving hole 2121a along the outer side of the protrusion receiving hole 2121a.

Figure 7 is a partial enlarged view of part B of Figure 4. Figure 8 is a plan view of the second front panel coupling portion according to an embodiment of the present invention. The second front panel coupling portion 2123 will be described with reference to FIGS. 7 and 8. The second front panel coupling portion 2123 is configured to be coupled to the second front panel 122 of the second processing device 20. The second front panel coupling portion 2123 protrudes toward the outside of the cover panel 2100. The second front panel coupling portion 2123 includes a coupling protrusion 2123a. The coupling protrusion 2123a may be inserted into a groove or hole formed in the lower part of the second front panel 122. The coupling protrusion 2123a may be formed in a triangular shape when viewed from the side. The coupling protrusion 2123a is formed to slope upward from the rear to the front. The front height of the coupling protrusion 2123a is higher than the rear height. Slits 2123c extending in the left and right directions are formed at the front and rear of the coupling protrusion 2123a. An elastic surface 2123b having higher elasticity than other parts of the upper surface 2120 is formed by the slit 2123c. The coupling protrusion 2123a is formed on the elastic surface 2123b. The outer side of the coupling protrusion 2123a may protrude, and the inner side may not protrude. In an embodiment, a depression 2123f may be formed in the coupling protrusion 2123a. The coupling protrusion 2123a may be connected to the upper surface portion 2120 across the slit 2123c through the bridge 2123d. A reinforcing protrusion 2123e may be further formed around the slit 2123c along the outside of the slit 2123c.

Figure 9 is a perspective view looking downward from the inside of the cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. Referring to FIG. 9, look at the upper surface of the lower surface portion 2130 of the cover panel 2100.

A first restraint portion 2131 and a second restraint portion 2133 are formed on the lower surface portion 2130 of the cover panel 2100. The first restraint portion 2131 is formed to protrude upward (inside) from the lower surface portion 2130. The first restraint portion 2131 is formed inside the second restraint portion 2133, and a plurality of first restraint portions 2131 may be formed. The plurality of first restraint parts 2131 may be formed at symmetrical positions at the center of the cover panel 2100. The second restraint portion 2133 protrudes upward (inside) from the lower surface portion 2130. The second restraint portion 2133 is formed outside the first restraint portion 2131 and may be formed in plural numbers. The plurality of second restraint parts 2133 may be formed at symmetrical positions at the center of the cover panel 2100.

Figure 10 is a partial enlarged view of part C of Figure 9. The first restraint portion 2131 will be described with reference to FIG. 10 .

The first restraint part 2131 is a component that restrains the position of the electric module 3000. In an embodiment, the first constraint portion 2131 includes a first constraint protrusion 2131a. The first restraining protrusion 2131a may be formed to protrude inward from the upper surface 2120 and/or the lower surface 2130 of the cover panel 2100. The first restraining protrusion 2131a protrudes from the lower surface portion 2130 in the inward direction (upward). The first restraining protrusion 2131a is formed at a position corresponding to the cover panel stopping protrusion 2337 (FIG. 20). The first restraining protrusion (2131a) is located rearward of the cover panel locking protrusion (2337). The first restraining protrusion 2131a is in close contact with the cover panel locking protrusion 2337 and restrains the sealing cover 2300 from the rear.

A slit (2131c) is formed around the first restraining protrusion (2131a). The slit 2131c is formed to surround the first restraining protrusion 2131a. The width of the rear portion of the slit (2131c) is formed to be wider than the width of the first restraining protrusion (2131a). The slit 2131c starts at the front of the upper surface 2120, continues backward, passes behind the first restraining protrusion 2131a, and returns to the front of the upper surface 2120. The front side of the slit 2131c can be closed. The elastic surface 2131b may be defined by the slit 2131c. The first restraining protrusion 2131a may be formed on the elastic surface 2131b. The first restraining protrusion 2131a is formed to slope upward from the rear to the front. The front height of the first restraining protrusion 2131a is higher than the rear height.

An opening 2131d may be formed in the first restraint portion 2131. The opening 2131d may have a length extending from the front of the first restraining protrusion 2131a to the front of the upper surface 2120 and a width wider than the first restraining protrusion 2131a. The opening 2131d may be formed to have a width that can accommodate the cover panel stopping protrusion 2337. The cover panel stopping protrusion 2337 can be accommodated in the opening 2131d.

Figure 11 is a partial enlarged view of part D of Figure 9. The second restraint portion 2133 will be described with reference to FIG. 11 .

The second restraint part 2133 is configured to restrain the position of the electric module 3000. In an embodiment, the second constraint portion 2133 includes a second constraint protrusion 2133a. The second restraining protrusion 2133a may be formed to protrude inward from the upper surface 2120 and/or the lower surface 2130 of the cover panel 2100. In an embodiment, the second restraining protrusion 2133a is formed to protrude from the lower surface portion 2130 in an inward direction (upward). The second constraining protrusion 2133a supports the rear of the supporter 2200 and constrains the position of the supporter 2200. A first coupling groove 2232 (see FIG. 17) is formed in the supporter 2200 at a position corresponding to the second restraining protrusion 2133a. A plurality of second constraining protrusions 2133a may be formed, and a plurality of first coupling grooves 2232 may be formed corresponding to the plurality of second constraining protrusions 2133a. The width of one or more of the plurality of first coupling grooves 2232 may be the same as the width of the second constraining protrusion 2133a. The meaning of identical here is the concept of actual identity including tolerance. The second constraining protrusion 2133a may be inserted into the first coupling groove 2232 to constrain the position of the supporter 2200. The second constraining protrusion 2133a can constrain the positions of the supporter 2200 in the front-back and left-right directions.

A slit (2133c) is formed around the second restraining protrusion (2133a). The slit (2133c) is formed to surround the second constraining protrusion (2133a). The width of the rear portion of the slit 2133c may be formed to be the same as the width of the second constraining protrusion 2133a. The slit (2133c) starts at a position spaced a predetermined distance from the front of the upper surface portion 2120, continues backward, passes behind the second restraining protrusion 2133a, and returns to a position spaced a predetermined distance from the front of the upper surface portion 2120. It is formed to come back. The second restraining protrusion 2133a is formed to slope upward from the rear to the front. The front height of the second restraining protrusion 2133a is higher than the rear height.

An opening 2133d may be formed in the second restraint portion 2133. The opening 2133d may have a length similar to that of the slit 2133c extending in front of the second constraining protrusion 2133a and a width similar to that of the second constraining protrusion 2133a.

The second restraint portion 2133 and the electrical module coupling portion 2121 may be formed in the same portion of the upper surface portion 2120 and the lower surface portion 2130. In an embodiment, the second restraint portion 2133 and the electric module coupling portion 2121 are formed on the upper surface portion 2120.

Figure 12 is a perspective view looking upward from the inside of the cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.

A third restraint portion 2125 is formed on the upper surface portion 2120 of the cover panel 2100. The third restraint portion 2125 is formed to protrude downward (inside) from the upper surface portion 2120. In an embodiment, a first front panel coupling portion 2135 is formed on the lower surface 2130 of the cover panel 2100. The first front panel coupling portion 2135 protrudes toward the outside of the cover panel 2100. The first front panel coupling portion 2135 protrudes toward the lower side of the cover panel 2100.

Figure 13 is a partial enlarged view of part E of Figure 12.

The third restraint portion 2125 is configured to restrain the position of the electric module 3000. In an embodiment, the third constraint portion 2125 includes a third constraint protrusion 2125a. The third restraining protrusion 2125a may be formed to protrude inward from the upper surface 2120 and/or the lower surface 2130 of the cover panel 2100. In an embodiment, the third restraining protrusion 2125a is formed to protrude inward (downward) from the lower surface portion 2130. The third restraining protrusion 2125a supports the rear of the supporter 2200 and restrains the position of the supporter 2200. In an embodiment, the third restraining protrusion 2125a may have a square shape when viewed from the side. A second coupling groove 2222 (see FIG. 17) is formed in the supporter 2200 at a position corresponding to the third restraining protrusion 2125a. A plurality of third constraining protrusions 2125a may be formed, and a plurality of second coupling grooves 2222 may be formed corresponding to the plurality of third constraining protrusions 2125a. The width of one or more of the plurality of second coupling grooves 2222 may be the same as the width of the third constraining protrusion 2125a. The meaning of identical here is the concept of actual identity including tolerance. The third constraining protrusion 2125a may be inserted into the second coupling groove 2222 to constrain the position of the supporter 2200. The third constraining protrusion 2125a can constrain the positions of the supporter 2200 in the front-back and left-right directions.

Figure 14 is a partial enlarged view of part F of Figure 12. Figure 15 is a bottom view of the first front panel coupling portion according to an embodiment of the present invention. The first front panel coupling portion 2135 will be described with reference to FIGS. 14 and 15.

The first front panel coupling portion 2135 is configured to be coupled to the first front panel 112 of the first processing device 10. The first front panel coupling portion 2135 protrudes toward the outside of the cover panel 2100. The first front panel coupling portion 2135 includes a coupling protrusion 2135a. The coupling protrusion 2135a may be inserted into a groove or hole formed in the upper part of the first front panel 112. The coupling protrusion 2135a is formed to slope upward from the front to the back. The rear height of the coupling protrusion 2135a is higher than the front height. Slits 2135c extending in the left and right directions are formed at the front and rear of the coupling protrusion 2135a. An elastic surface 2135b having higher elasticity than other parts of the lower surface 2130 is formed by the slit 2135c. The coupling protrusion 2135a is formed on the elastic surface 2135b. The outer side of the coupling protrusion 2135a may protrude, and the inner side may not protrude. In an embodiment, a depression 2135f may be formed in the coupling protrusion 2135a. A reinforcing protrusion 2135e may be further formed around the slit 2135c along the outside of the slit 2135c.

Figure 16 is a front perspective view of a supporter constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 17 is a rear perspective view of a supporter constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 18 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line II-I of Figure 17. With reference to FIGS. 16, 17, and 18, a supporter 2200 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

The supporter 2200 includes a supporter front part 2210, a supporter upper surface part 2220, and a supporter lower surface part 2230. The supporter upper surface portion 2220 is formed on the upper side of the supporter front portion 2210. The supporter upper surface portion 2220 may be formed to extend rearward from the top of the supporter front portion 2210. The supporter lower part 2230 is formed on the lower side of the supporter front part 2210. The supporter lower part 2230 may be formed to extend rearward from the bottom of the supporter front part 2210.

The supporter upper surface portion 2220 and the supporter lower surface portion 2230 include a plurality of sealing cover coupling portions 2221 and 2231 that protrude rearward. The sealing cover coupling portions 2221 and 2231 are formed to protrude rearward from the supporter upper surface portion 2220 and the supporter lower surface portion 2230, thereby setting the vertical height of the control panel 2000 low according to the design, while maintaining the overall length. The height of the module 3000 can be increased, which is advantageous for securing the area of the circuit board and the area of the flat panel display 2400. In an embodiment, a first sealing cover coupling portion 2221 is formed on the supporter upper surface portion 2220. A second sealing cover coupling portion 2231 is formed on the supporter upper surface portion 2230. Two first sealing cover coupling portions 2221 may be formed. A plurality of first sealing cover coupling portions 2221 are formed at positions spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance. Three second sealing cover coupling portions 2231 are formed. A plurality of second sealing cover coupling portions 2231 are formed at positions spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance. The first sealing cover coupling portion 2221 is coupled to the first supporter coupling portion 2323 (see FIG. 19) formed on the sealing cover 2300. The second sealing cover coupling portion 2231 is coupled to the second supporter coupling portion 2333 (see FIG. 19) formed on the sealing cover 2300. In an embodiment, receiving holes are formed in the sealing cover coupling portions 2221 and 2231, respectively. The supporter coupling portions 2323 and 2333 are formed with protrusions. The protrusions forming the supporter coupling portions 2323 and 2333 are received in the receiving holes of the sealing cover coupling portions 2221 and 2231, so that the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be coupled to each other.

A receiving hole is formed in the sealing cover coupling portion 2221. The receiving hole of the sealing cover coupling portion 2221 accommodates the protrusion formed on the sealing cover 2300.

A display mounting portion 2211 is formed on the supporter front portion 2210. A flat panel display 2400 is located in the display mounting portion 2211. The flat display 2400 is seated on the display mounting portion 2211. The display mounting portion 2211 may be recessed backward from the supporter front portion 2210. The height of the depression formed by the display mounting portion 2211 may correspond to the thickness of the flat display 2400. A cable penetration hole 2211a is formed in the display mounting portion 2211 through which a cable for electrical connection between the flat display 2400 and the circuit board can pass. The cable penetration hole 2211a may be formed at the bottom of the display mounting portion 2211.

A first sealing groove 2219 is formed in an area of the supporter front part 2210 outside the display seating part 2211. The first sealing groove 2219 functions as a first sealing portion where the first sealer 2820 (see FIG. 24) is located. In an embodiment, the first sealing groove 2219 fixes the position of the first sealer 2820. The first sealer 2820 is inserted into the first sealing groove 2219.

A speaker seating portion 2212 is formed on the supporter front portion 2210. A speaker module is disposed in the speaker seating portion 2212. A speaker hole 2212a is formed in the speaker mounting portion 2212 so that the sound of the speaker can be transmitted. The speaker mounting portion 2212 may be formed at a position that does not overlap with the sealing cover 2300 when viewed from the front. The speaker seating portion 2212 is formed in an area outside the area where the first sealing groove 2219 is formed.

A wireless communication module seating portion 2213 is formed on the supporter front portion 2210. A wireless communication module is disposed in the wireless communication module seating portion 2213. A communication hole 2213a is formed in the wireless communication module seating portion 2213 so that wireless communication can be performed smoothly. Wireless communication may be provided by Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc. The wireless communication module seating portion 2213 is formed in an area outside the area where the first sealing groove 2219 is formed.

A touch film through hole 2214 may be formed in the supporter front part 2210 to allow the touch film 2119 (see FIG. 24) to pass to the rear of the supporter 2200 where the circuit board is located.

A first sealing groove 2219 is formed in the supporter 2200. The first sealing groove 2219 is formed in front of the supporter front part 2210 of the supporter 2200. The first sealer 2820 is inserted into the first sealing groove 2219. The first sealing groove 2219 is formed in an area outside the display mounting portion 2211 to surround the display mounting portion 2211. The upper and lower portions of the first sealing groove 2219 are formed in portions facing the upper and lower portions of the second sealing groove 2218 with the supporter front portion 2210 interposed therebetween. The first sealer 2820 may be made of various materials such as rubber, fluorine, and silicon.

A second sealing groove 2218 is formed in the supporter 2200. The second sealing groove 2218 is formed at the rear of the supporter 2200. The second sealer 2810 is inserted into the second sealing groove 2218. The second sealing groove 2218 functions as a second sealing portion where the second sealer 2810 is located. In an embodiment, the second sealing groove 2218 fixes the second sealer 2810 in position. The second sealing groove 2218 is formed to surround the first area in which the circuit board for the flat panel display 2400 is placed. The first area may be defined by a perimeter in the front direction that defines a first space 2390 (see FIG. 21), which will be described later. The second sealing groove 2218 is formed at a position facing the sealing protrusion 2320 (FIG. 19) that protrudes forward along the circumference of the sealing cover 2300. A sealing protrusion 2320 may be inserted into the second sealing groove 2218. With the second sealer 2810 inserted into the second sealing groove 2218, the sealing cover 2300 is coupled to the supporter 2200. By combining the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300, the sealing protrusion 2320 and the second sealer 2810 are brought into close contact with each other. For coupling with the supporter 2200, the sealing protrusion 2320 of the sealing cover 2300 is inserted into the second sealing groove 2218, and at this time, the second sealer 2810 is pressed to seal the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover ( The first space (2390, see FIG. 21), which is the internal space formed by 2300, is sealed. The second sealer 2810 may be made of various materials such as rubber, fluorine, and silicon.

Between the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219, grooves 2225 and 2235 may be formed. The grooves 2225 and 2235 include an upper groove 2225 and a lower groove 2235. The upper groove 2225 is formed on the supporter upper surface portion 2220. The upper groove 2225 is formed to be open upward between the portions where the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 face each other. The outer direction of the supporter upper surface portion 2220 is the upper direction. The lower portion groove 2235 is formed on the lower surface of the supporter 2230. The lower groove 2235 is formed to be open downward between the portions where the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 face each other. The outward direction of the supporter lower surface 2230 is downward.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the depth setting of the second sealing groove 2218 is limited. As the depth of the second sealing groove 2218 increases, the length of the sealing protrusion 2320 must be increased to sufficiently pressurize the second sealer 2810. However, if the length of the sealing protrusion 2320 becomes longer, it is difficult to smoothly engage the protrusion using the protrusion. Therefore, the depth setting of the second sealing groove 2218 is limited. By positioning the bottom surface of the second sealing groove 2218 rearward according to the depth, the length of the sealing protrusion 2320 of the sealing cover 2300 can be reduced. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the protrusion length of the sealing protrusion 2320 is reduced by reducing the depth of the second sealing groove 2218, thereby enabling the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 to be combined using the protrusion and groove. , sealing performance can be obtained by sufficiently pressurizing the second sealer 2810. For this purpose, CyHome (2225, 2235) can be applied.

In an embodiment, some sections of the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 may be formed to face each other. In some opposing parts, the distance between the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 may be greater than that of other parts. In injection molding of parts, there is a need to maintain an appropriate thickness. For example, if one part is thicker than another part, problems such as bending or breaking may occur in the thick part while cooling after injection. According to an embodiment of the present invention, by forming the grooves 2225 and 2235, the distance between the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 is increased, while the thickness of each part of the supporter 2200 is increased. can be kept constant.

The widths of the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 may be formed to be the same. The diameters of the second sealer 2810 and the first sealer 2820 may be the same. In an embodiment, the second sealer 2810 and the first sealer 2820 may be provided as the same member. As a result, the second sealer 2810 and the first sealer 2820 are compatible with each other, thereby increasing convenience during manufacturing work.

A coupling boss 2215 may be formed at the rear of the supporter 2200. The coupling boss 2215 is formed at a position corresponding to the screw coupling portion 2330 (see FIG. 19) of the sealing cover 2300. The coupling boss 2215 is formed in an area outside the second sealing groove 2218. In an embodiment, the screw engaging portion 2330 of the sealing cover 2300 protrudes to the left and right sides of the sealing protrusion 2320. The coupling boss 2215 may be coupled to the screw coupling portion 2330 and the screw member 900 (see FIG. 20). By coupling the coupling boss 2215 and the screw coupling portion 2330 by the fastening member 900, the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be coupled with a higher coupling force. When the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 are strongly coupled, watertightness and/or airtightness can be increased by the second sealer 2810.

One or more first coupling grooves 2232 may be formed in the supporter lower surface 2230. The first coupling groove 2232 may be provided as a groove formed at the rear end of the supporter lower surface 2230. In an embodiment, the first coupling groove 2232 may be formed at two locations and may be formed at positions close to both ends of the supporter lower surface 2230. The first coupling groove 2232 is coupled to the second restraint portion 2133. The second restraining protrusion (2133a) of the second restraining portion (2133) is inserted into the first coupling groove (2232). The width of any one of the one or more first coupling grooves 2232 and the width of the second constraining protrusion 2133a corresponding thereto may be formed to be the same. Here, the meaning of identical is a concept that includes tolerance. The second restraining protrusion 2133a is located at the rear of the first coupling groove 2232 and restrains the forward and backward movement of the supporter 2200. The second restraining protrusion 2133a is inserted into the first coupling groove 2232 and restrains the left and right movement of the supporter 2200. By fitting the second constraining protrusion 2133a into the first coupling groove 2232, the position of the supporter 2200 with respect to the cover panel 2100 can be constrained. By restricting the position of the supporter 2200, the position of the electrical module 3000 can be restricted.

One or more second coupling grooves 2222 may be formed in the supporter upper surface portion 2220. The second coupling groove 2222 may be provided as a groove formed at the rear end of the supporter upper surface portion 2220. In an embodiment, the second coupling groove 2222 may be formed at two locations and may be formed at positions close to both ends of the supporter upper surface portion 2220. The second coupling groove 2222 is coupled to the third restraint portion 2125. The third restraining protrusion 2125a of the third restraining portion 2125 is inserted into the second coupling groove 2222. The width of any one of the one or more second coupling grooves 2222 and the width of the corresponding third constraining protrusion 2125a may be formed to be the same. Here, the meaning of identical is a concept that includes tolerance. The third restraining protrusion 2125a is located at the rear of the second coupling groove 2222 and restrains the forward and backward movement of the supporter 2200. The third restraining protrusion 2125a is inserted into the second coupling groove 2222 and restrains the left and right movement of the supporter 2200. By fitting the third restraining protrusion 2125a into the second coupling groove 2222, the position of the supporter 2200 with respect to the cover panel 2100 can be restricted. By restricting the position of the supporter 2200, the position of the electrical module 3000 can be restricted.

In an embodiment, when the second restraint portion 2133 is formed on the lower surface portion 2130, the third restraint portion 2125 is formed on the upper surface portion 2120, and the second restraint portion 2133 is formed on the upper surface portion. Once formed, the third restraint portion 2125 is formed on the lower surface portion 2130. The cover panel 2100 and the electrical module 3000 can be combined by constraining the position of the supporter 2200 in the vertical direction through the second restraining part 2133 and the third restraining part 2125.

Figure 19 is a rear perspective view of a sealing cover constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the invention. Referring to FIG. 19, a sealing cover 2300 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

The sealing cover 2300 includes a sealing cover surface portion 2310 and a sealing protrusion portion 2320.

The sealing cover surface portion 2310 forms the front of the sealing cover 2300. In an embodiment, the sealing cover surface portion 2310 may be formed to have a smaller area than the supporter front portion 2210. The speaker seating portion 2212 and the sealing cover surface portion 2310 are located at positions that do not overlap each other. The sealing cover surface portion 2310 is coupled to the supporter 2200 at a portion that does not overlap the speaker seating portion 2212. The wireless communication module seating portion 2213 and the sealing cover surface portion 2310 are located at positions that do not overlap each other. The sealing cover surface portion 2310 is coupled to the supporter 2200 in a portion that does not overlap the wireless communication module seating portion 2213.

The sealing protrusion 2320 is formed to extend in the forward direction along the circumference of the sealing cover surface portion 2310. The sealing protrusion 2320 is inserted into the second sealing groove 2218. The sealing protrusion 2320 is formed in a shape corresponding to the second sealing groove 2218. The sealing protrusion 2320 has been described as extending forward along the circumference of the sealing cover surface 2310. However, if it has a shape corresponding to the second sealing groove 2218, it extends along the circumference of the sealing cover surface 2310. It does not have to be an extended shape.

A first supporter coupling portion 2323 is formed on the upper surface of the sealing protrusion 2320. The first supporter coupling portion 2323 is coupled to the sealing cover coupling portion 2221 of the supporter 2200. The first supporter coupling portion 2323 is formed in a protrusion shape. The protrusion of the first supporter coupling portion 2323 is received in the receiving hole of the first sealing cover coupling portion 2221. By combining the first supporter coupling portion 2323 and the first sealing cover coupling portion 2221, the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be coupled to each other. The first supporter coupling portion 2323 and the first sealing cover coupling portion 2221 are coupled at a position where the sealing cover 2300 can sufficiently pressurize the second sealer 2810.

A second supporter coupling portion 2333 is formed on the lower surface of the sealing protrusion 2320. The first supporter coupling portion 2323 is coupled to the second sealing cover coupling portion 2231 of the supporter 2200. The second supporter coupling portion 2333 is formed in a protrusion shape. The protrusion of the second supporter coupling portion 2333 is received in the receiving hole of the second sealing cover coupling portion 2231. By combining the second supporter coupling portion 2333 and the second sealing cover coupling portion 2231, the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be coupled to each other. The second supporter coupling portion 2333 and the second sealing cover coupling portion 2231 are coupled at a position where the sealing cover 2300 can sufficiently pressurize the first sealer 2820.

At the upper part, the first supporter coupling part 2323 and the first sealing cover coupling part 2221 are coupled to each other, and at the lower part, the second supporter coupling part 2333 and the second sealing cover coupling part 2231 are coupled to each other, The supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 may be fixed to each other in the vertical direction.

In an embodiment, the coupling stability of the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 may be low by only combining the supporter coupling portions 2323 and 2333 and the sealing cover coupling portions 2221 and 2231. To compensate for this, a screw coupling structure may be added. In an embodiment, screw coupling portions 2330 are formed on the left and right sides of the sealing protrusion 2320. The screw coupling portion 2330 may be formed to protrude from the sealing protrusion 2320. In an embodiment, the screw coupling portion 2330 may be formed to include a protrusion protruding from the sealing protrusion 2320 and a screw through hole formed on the protrusion. A coupling boss 2215 is formed at a position corresponding to the screw coupling portion 2330 at the rear of the supporter 2200. The screw coupling portion 2330 may be coupled to the coupling boss 2215 and the screw member 900. In an embodiment, the screw coupling portion 2330 may be formed at two locations on the left and two locations on the right. When a plurality of screw coupling portions 2330 are formed on each side, each screw coupling portion 2330 is formed at a position spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance. Through screw coupling of the screw coupling portion 2330 and the coupling boss 2215, the stability of the coupling between the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be increased. Since the screw coupling portion 2330 can be coupled to the coupling boss 2215 by applying torque using the screw member 900, the coupling strength can be increased. Since the screw coupling portion 2330 is formed on the left and right sides of the sealing cover 2300, the second sealer 2810 can be sufficiently pressurized on the left side 2320a and right side 2320b of the sealing protrusion 2320.

The sealing cover 2300 may include a cover panel coupling portion 2321. The cover panel coupling portion 2321 is configured to combine the electrical module 3000 and the cover panel 2100. The cover panel coupling portion 2321 may be formed as a protrusion. In the embodiment, the cover panel coupling portion 2321 is provided as a cover panel coupling protrusion 2321.

The cover panel coupling protrusion (2321) is It is formed to protrude from either the top or the bottom. In an embodiment, the cover panel engaging protrusion 2321 is formed to protrude from the upper center of the sealing cover 2300. The protrusion receiving hole 2121a of the electrical module coupling portion 2121 is formed at a position corresponding to the cover panel coupling protrusion 2321. The position of the electric module 3000 with respect to the cover panel 2100 may be restricted by inserting and receiving the cover panel coupling protrusion 2321 into the protrusion receiving hole 2121a. The electrical module 3000 is coupled to the cover panel 2100 by inserting and receiving the cover panel coupling protrusion 2321 into the protrusion receiving hole 2121a.

The sealing cover 2300 may include a cover panel locking protrusion 2337. The cover panel locking protrusion 2337 is configured to constrain the electrical module 3000 by pushing it toward the front part 2110 of the cover panel 2100. The cover panel locking protrusion 2337 is pressed forward by the first restraint portion 2131 of the cover panel 2100. The first restraining protrusion 2131a of the first restraining portion 2131 is located behind the cover panel engaging protrusion 2337 and presses the cover panel engaging protrusion 2337 using elasticity. The elasticity of the first restraining protrusion 2131a may be formed by the slit 2131c. In an embodiment, the cover panel locking protrusion 2337 may be inserted into the opening 2131d of the first restraining portion 2131 and pressed by the first restraining protrusion 2131a.

A wiring hole 2312 is formed in the sealing cover surface portion 2310. A cable (not shown) transmitting power through the wiring hole 2312 may access the circuit board 2500 and/or the flat panel display 2400. A wiring hole protrusion 2313 is formed around the wiring hole 2312. The wiring hole protrusion 2313 is formed to extend rearward of the wiring hole 2312. A wiring hole sealing member 2314 is provided on the wiring hole protrusion 2313. The wiring hole sealing member 2314 may be provided by being inserted into the wiring hole protrusion 2313. The wiring hole sealing member 2314 seals the wiring hole 2312. Through the wiring hole protrusion 2313, the wiring hole sealing member 2314 can secure a length that can ensure watertightness and/or airtightness. The wiring hole sealing member 2314 seals the remaining space through which the cable (not shown) passes.

Figure 20 is a rear perspective view of an electrical module according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 21 is a cross-sectional view taken along section line II-II of FIG. 20. With reference to FIGS. 20 and 21 , the combination relationship of components forming the electrical module 3000 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

The first sealing cover coupling portion 2221 of the supporter upper surface portion 2220 is coupled to the first supporter coupling portion 2323 (FIG. 19) of the sealing cover 2300. The second sealing cover coupling portion 2231 of the supporter upper surface portion 2220 is coupled to the second supporter coupling portion 2333 of the sealing cover 2300 (see FIG. 19). The first sealing cover coupling portion 2221 and the second sealing cover coupling portion 2231 are formed to protrude rearward from the supporter upper surface portion 2220 and the supporter lower surface portion 2230, respectively, thereby increasing the height of the electrical module 3000. It can be reduced.

The screw coupling portion 2330 of the sealing cover 2300 is coupled to the coupling boss 2215 (see FIG. 17) of the supporter 2200. The screw coupling portion 2430 and the coupling boss 2215 are screwed together by the screw member 900. Since the screw coupling portion 2330 can be coupled to the coupling boss 2215 by applying torque using the screw member 900, the coupling strength can be increased. Since the screw coupling portion 2330 is formed on the left and right sides of the sealing cover 2300, the second sealer 2810 can be sufficiently pressurized on the left side 2320a and right side 2320b of the sealing protrusion 2320. In addition, the screw connection has a high fastening force, so the stability of the connection between the supporter 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be increased.

The sealing protrusion 2320 contacts the second sealer 2810 inserted into the second sealing groove 2218 and presses the second sealer 2810. In an embodiment, the sealing protrusion 2320 may be inserted into the second sealing groove 2218. As the sealing protrusion 2320 presses the second sealer 2810, the first space 2390 can be blocked from the external space. In an embodiment of the present invention, a flat panel display 2400 is provided. Since the flat panel display 2400 is vulnerable to moisture, a sealing structure is required. According to an embodiment of the present invention, an appropriate sealing structure capable of protecting the flat panel display 2400 can be obtained. The first space 2390 is blocked from the external space to protect the flat panel display 2400 and its circuit board 2500 from moisture.

The top of the cover panel coupling portion 2321 may be formed to protrude further outward than the outer edge of the supporter 2200. The lower end of the cover panel locking protrusion 2337 may be formed to protrude further outward than the outer edge of the supporter 2200.

Figure 22 is an enlarged view of the coupled portion viewed from the rear to illustrate the coupling of the electrical module and the cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 23 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line III-III of Figure 24. 22 and 23, the combination of the electrical module 3000 and the cover panel 2100 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

The first restraining portion 2131 of the cover panel 2100 presses and restrains the cover panel locking protrusion 2337 (see FIG. 20) from the rear. The second restraining portion 2133 of the cover panel 2100 is coupled to the first coupling groove 2232 (see FIG. 17) of the supporter lower surface 2230. The third restraining portion 2125 of the cover panel 2100 is coupled to the first coupling groove 2232 (see FIG. 17) of the supporter upper surface portion 2220. The electric module coupling portion 2121 of the cover panel 2100 is coupled to the cover panel coupling protrusion 2321 (see FIG. 20).

A flat panel display 2400 is located in front of the supporter 2200. A touch film 2119 is provided in front of the flat display 2400. The touch film 2119 may be provided attached to the rear of the cover panel 2100. The touch film 2119 may be electrically connected to the circuit board 2500. The clothing processing device 1 can receive user commands through the touch film 2119.

The electrical module 3000 is coupled to the rear of the cover panel 2100. In one embodiment, an electrical module is installed in the space formed by the front part 2110, the upper surface part 2120, the lower surface part 2130, the first side part 2142, and the second side part 2144 of the cover panel 2100. (3000) is acceptable.

The first sealer 2820 is in close contact with the cover panel 2100 by combining the cover panel 2100 and the supporter 2200. The space where the flat panel display 2400 is seated can be separated from the external space by the close contact between the first sealer 2820 and the cover panel 2100. When the supporter 2200 and the cover panel 2100 are strongly coupled, watertightness and/or airtightness can be increased by the first sealer 2820. Since the flat panel display 2400 is vulnerable to moisture, a sealing structure is required. According to an embodiment of the present invention, an appropriate sealing structure capable of protecting the flat panel display 2400 can be obtained. The flat panel display 2400 can be blocked from external space and protected from moisture by the first sealer 2820.

Figure 24 is a partial enlarged view of part G of Figure 23. With reference to FIG. 24, a sealing structure according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

The second sealer 2810 is inserted into the second sealing groove 2218 and exerts sealing performance by applying pressure to the sealing protrusion 2320. The first sealer 2820 is inserted into the first sealing groove 2219 and exerts sealing performance by the pressing force with which the electrical module 3000 is coupled to the cover panel 2100 while in contact with the front part 2110.

Figure 25 is a view from the inside of the cover panel combined with the first front panel and the second front panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. Referring to FIG. 25, the combination of the cover panel 2100 and the first front panel 112 and the second front panel 122 will be described.

In an embodiment, the control panel 2000 is connected to the first front panel 112 and the second front panel 122 through the cover panel 2100.

The lower surface portion 2130 of the cover panel 2100 is coupled to the upper bending portion 112a of the first front panel 112 of the first processing device 10. By inserting the first front panel coupling portion 2135 of the lower surface portion 2130 into the coupling hole of the upper bending portion 112a, the cover panel 2100 and the first front panel 112 can be coupled.

The upper surface portion 2120 of the cover panel 2100 is coupled to the lower bending portion 122a of the second front panel 122 of the second processing device 20. By inserting the second front panel coupling portion 2123 of the upper surface portion 2120 into the coupling hole (not shown) of the lower bending portion 122a, the cover panel 2100 and the second front panel 122 can be coupled. there is.

Figure 26 is a perspective view of the cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention as seen from the inside. A cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention will be further described with reference to FIG. 26.

The control panel 2000 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a flat panel display 2400. If the thickness of the front part 2110 of the area where the flat display 2400 is provided is not constant, the quality of the screen provided through the cover panel 2100 is not good. For example, if minute protrusions are formed in the area where the flat panel display 2400 is provided for various manufacturing reasons, the quality of the screen provided through the cover panel 2100 may deteriorate.

In an embodiment of the present invention, the cover panel 2100 includes a uniform zone 2115. The interior of the uniform zone 2115 is formed as a surface without protruding portions. The plane forming the uniform zone 2115 forms a uniform surface. The uniform zone 2115 is at least larger than the area occupied by the screen of the flat panel display 2400. The flat panel display 2400 is located in an area that overlaps the uniform zone 2115. When viewed from the front, the portion 2117 where the flat panel display 2400 is projected is located inside the uniform zone 2115.

In an embodiment, the uniform zone 2115 may be formed in a square shape. In an embodiment, the protrusions formed in the area that overlaps the uniform zone 2115 in the vertical direction do not overlap the uniform zone 2115 when viewed from the front (front or front). In an embodiment, the first constraint protrusion 2131a overlaps the uniform zone 2115 in the vertical direction. The height h1 at which the first restraining protrusion 2131a protrudes is shorter than the distance d1 from the bottom of the uniform zone 2115 to the bottom of the front part 2110. As a result, the uniform zone 2115 and the first constraint protrusion 2131a do not overlap each other when viewed from the front.

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.

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A first processing device provided with a first front panel on the front side and a first drum containing clothes therein;
a second processing device disposed above the first processing device, having a second front panel on the front side, and a second drum accommodating clothes therein; and
A control panel provided between the first front panel and the second front panel and provided with a user interface (UI) for controlling one or more of the first processing device and the second processing device,
The control panel is,
A cover panel including a front part forming an exterior, an upper surface part extending rearward from the upper side of the front part, and a lower surface part extending rearward from the lower side of the front part; and
It includes an electrical module coupled to the cover panel at the rear of the cover panel,
The electrical module is,
A supporter with a panel-shaped front; and
a flat panel display located in front of the supporter and supported by the supporter; and
A clothing treatment device further comprising a circuit board located behind the supporter and electrically connected to the flat display. According to paragraph 1,
A clothing treatment device in which a display mounting portion on which the flat display is positioned is formed on the front of the supporter. According to paragraph 2,
A clothing treatment device in which a first sealing part is formed on the front of the supporter, surrounds an area outside the display mounting part, and in which the first sealer is positioned. According to paragraph 3,
The first sealing part is a clothing treatment device formed of a first sealing groove into which the first sealer is inserted. According to paragraph 1,
The supporters are:
A clothing treatment device coupled to the upper and lower surfaces of the cover panel. According to paragraph 1,
On the circuit board,
A clothing processing device provided with one or more touch buttons provided as a pair of light emitting members and touch sensors. According to paragraph 1,
A clothing treatment device further comprising a sealing cover located behind the circuit board, covering the circuit board, and coupled to the supporter. In clause 7,
On the back of the supporter,
A second sealing portion is formed surrounding the outer area where the circuit board is placed and a second sealer is positioned,
The sealing cover is,
A clothing treatment device comprising a front portion and a sealing protrusion formed protruding along a portion facing the second sealer at the front of the front portion. According to clause 8,
The second sealing portion is provided with a groove-shaped second sealing groove,
A clothing treatment device wherein the sealing protrusion is inserted into the second sealing groove. According to clause 8,
A wiring hole is formed in the front part of the sealing cover,
A cable transmitting power to the circuit board accesses the circuit board through the wiring hole,
A clothing treatment device in which a wiring hole sealing member is provided in the wiring hole to seal the wiring hole. According to clause 10,
The clothing treatment device wherein the sealing cover includes a wiring hole protrusion that protrudes rearward along the circumference of the wiring hole. In clause 7,
A clothing treatment device wherein the sealing cover is formed to have an area smaller than the front surface of the supporter. In clause 7,
On the front of the supporter,
A display mounting portion where the flat panel display is located; and
A first sealing groove is formed to surround an area outside the display mounting portion and fix the position of the first sealer,
On the back of the supporter,
A second sealing groove is formed to surround the outer area where the circuit board is placed and fixes the second sealer in position,
A clothing treatment device in which the upper and lower portions of the first sealing groove are formed in portions facing the upper and lower portions of the second sealing groove. According to clause 13,
Said supporters are:
Supporter front part forming the front;
A supporter upper surface portion formed on an upper side of the supporter front portion; and
It includes a lower surface portion of the supporter formed below the front portion of the supporter,
A clothing treatment device wherein a gap opening in an outward direction is formed between the second sealing groove and the first sealing groove on the upper surface of the supporter and the lower surface of the supporter. In clause 7,
Said supporters are:
Supporter front part forming the front;
A supporter upper surface portion formed on an upper side of the supporter front portion; and
It includes a lower surface portion of the supporter formed below the front portion of the supporter,
One or more sealing cover coupling parts protruding rearward are formed on the upper surface of the supporter and the lower surface of the supporter,
A clothing treatment device in which a supporter coupling part is formed in the sealing cover at a position corresponding to the sealing cover coupling part. According to clause 15,
The supporter coupling portion is formed with a protrusion,
The clothing processing device wherein the sealing cover coupling portion is formed with a receiving hole capable of receiving the protrusion. In clause 7,
The sealing cover further includes screw joints formed on the left and right sides,
A coupling boss is formed in the supporter at a position corresponding to the screw coupling part,
A clothing treatment device in which the screw coupling portion and the coupling boss are coupled by a screw member. In clause 7,
The sealing cover is a clothing treatment device including one or more cover panel locking protrusions that protrude in one or more directions of upward and downward. According to clause 18,
It protrudes inward from the upper or lower surface of the cover panel, is formed to face the cover panel engaging protrusion at the rear of the cover panel engaging protrusion, and is in close contact with the cover panel engaging protrusion to restrain the sealing cover from the rear. A clothing processing device including a first restraining protrusion. According to clause 19,
A slit is formed around the first restraining protrusion,
The clothing processing device is configured such that the slit is closed at the front and is formed to surround the periphery of the first restraining protrusion. According to clause 19,
Either the upper or lower surface of the cover panel:
The first restraining protrusion; and
A clothing treatment device comprising a second constraining protrusion that protrudes inward of the cover panel and is positioned rearward of the supporter, and is inserted into a groove formed in the supporter to constrain the position of the supporter. According to clause 19,
The first constraining protrusion is formed on one of the upper and lower surfaces of the cover panel,
A third restraining protrusion is formed on the other of the upper and lower surfaces of the cover panel, which protrudes inward and is located rearward of the supporter to constrain the position of the supporter. In clause 7,
The sealing cover further includes a cover panel coupling portion protruding from either the upper or lower portion,
The cover panel further includes an electric module coupling portion formed at a position corresponding to the cover panel coupling portion,
A clothing treatment device in which the cover panel coupling portion and the electrical module coupling portion are coupled to each other. According to clause 23,
The cover panel coupling portion is formed with a protrusion,
A clothing treatment device in which the electrical module coupling portion is formed with a protrusion receiving hole, and the electrical module is coupled to the cover panel by coupling the protrusion to be received in the protrusion receiving hole. In clause 7,
A speaker mounting portion is formed on the supporter,
A clothing treatment device wherein the speaker mounting portion is formed at a position that does not overlap the sealing cover when viewed from the front.

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