17966477. WATER PURIFIER, HOME APPLIANCE, AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
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WATER PURIFIER, HOME APPLIANCE, AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR
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WATER PURIFIER, HOME APPLIANCE, AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17966477 titled 'WATER PURIFIER, HOME APPLIANCE, AND CONTROL METHOD THEREFOR
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a water purifier that includes a raw water flow path, a clean water flow path, a filter device, a drain flow path, a drain valve, and a controller. The water purifier is designed to filter raw water and discharge clean water while also performing a cleaning operation based on the remaining life of the filter.
- The water purifier has a raw water flow path for introducing raw water.
- A clean water flow path is connected to the raw water flow path and has a water discharge nozzle at the end.
- A filter device is installed in the clean water flow path to filter the raw water.
- A drain flow path is branched off from the clean water flow path and connected to a drain port to drain water outside.
- A drain valve is used to open or close the drain flow path.
- A controller determines the remaining life of the filter when it is replaced and controls the drain valve for a cleaning operation based on the filter's remaining life.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Residential water purifiers for clean drinking water.
- Industrial water purification systems for manufacturing processes.
- Water treatment plants for providing clean water to communities.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Ensures the filter is cleaned at the appropriate time to maintain its efficiency.
- Provides a convenient and automated cleaning operation for the water purifier.
- Allows for effective filtration of raw water to produce clean water.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improves the quality of drinking water by effectively filtering raw water.
- Reduces the need for manual cleaning and maintenance of the water purifier.
- Extends the lifespan of the filter by performing cleaning operations based on its remaining life.
Original Abstract Submitted
A water purifier includes a raw water flow path into which raw water is introduced, a clean water flow path connected to the raw water flow path and having a water discharge nozzle disposed at an end, a filter device disposed in the clean water flow path, and to which a filter is installable to filter the raw water, a drain flow path branched off from the clean water flow path between the filter and the water discharge nozzle and connected to a drain port to drain water in the clean water flow path to outside, a drain valve configured to open or close the drain flow path, and a controller configured to determine a remaining life of the filter on a point in time at which the filter has been replaced and control the drain valve to perform a cleaning operation based on the remaining life of the filter.
