JP6663583B2 - Water discharging device and water discharging system - Google Patents

Description

  Aspects of the present invention generally relate to a water discharge device and a water discharge system.

  In a vanity stand, a system kitchen, and the like, it is considered that a water discharging device is provided separately from a faucet unit that discharges tap water (tap water), and functional water for reducing bacteria is discharged from the water discharging device. For example, after using the faucet unit or every time a predetermined time elapses, functional water is discharged from the water discharge device toward the basin or the sink. Thereby, for example, propagation of bacteria in a drain port or the like can be suppressed, and the washbasin and the sink can be kept clean.

  Functional water is not always suitable for drinking. Therefore, for example, there is a water discharge device that detects the approach of a user or the like and stops discharging the functional water when there is a possibility of drinking.

  On the other hand, there is also a demand to be able to discharge functional water in accordance with a user operation. In this case, for example, by discharging functional water to a toothbrush, a cup, or the like, the propagation of bacteria in these can be suppressed, and convenience can be improved.

  However, when the functional water can be discharged according to the operation of the user, the risk of drinking the functional water increases. For example, there is a possibility that a person who cannot grasp that the functional water is discharged from the water discharging device, such as a child or an elderly person, stores the functional water discharged from the water discharging device in a cup or the like and accidentally drinks it. .

  For this reason, in the water discharge device and the water discharge system provided with the water discharge device, it is desired to suppress accidental ingestion of the functional water when discharging the functional water according to the operation of the user.

JP-A-10-28721

  The present invention has been made based on the recognition of such a problem, and it is an object of the present invention to provide a water discharge device and a water discharge system that suppresses accidental ingestion of functional water when discharging functional water in response to a user operation. Aim.

A first invention is a water discharging device that is used in a state where it is supported by a support portion and discharges functional water for reducing bacteria, and has a supported portion supported by the support portion, An apparatus main body extending in the horizontal direction and having a tip most distant from the supported part in the horizontal direction; and a water discharge port provided at a lower portion of the apparatus main body and configured to spray the functional water in a mist shape and spray downward. Unit, and a detector for detecting a user operation for controlling water discharge of the water discharge unit, wherein the water discharge unit is disposed closer to the supported portion than the tip of the apparatus main body. , at least a portion of the spout is in the direction toward the distal end from the supported portion of the apparatus main body of said horizontal direction, said device the body and heavy Do Ri, the apparatus main body, the water discharge unit Small At least a space capable of accommodating a part of the spout is held in the space while the center axis of the spout is inclined toward the distal end with respect to the vertical direction, and is accommodated in the space. Thus , the water discharge device is characterized in that the water discharge port is exposed downward and covers at least a part of the water discharge port when viewed in the horizontal direction from the front end side .

According to this water discharging device, since the water discharging unit sprays the functional water in the form of a mist, the functional water can be hardly received by a cup or the like. Further, by spraying, the flow rate of the functional water can be reduced, and the functional water can hardly be accumulated in a cup or the like. Further, at least a part of the water outlet overlaps with either the device main body or the water discharge unit in a direction toward the front end of the device main body, so that the water discharge port can be made difficult for a user to visually recognize. For example, when viewed from the horizontal direction, it is possible to make it difficult to visually recognize the spout. Further, since the water discharge unit is provided at the lower part of the apparatus main body, the water discharge port can be made hard to visually recognize even when viewed from above. This makes it difficult for a user who is unfamiliar with use to predict the direction in which the functional water is discharged. By spraying the functional water in a direction different from the user's imagination, it is possible to force the user to insert a cup or the like after the spraying starts. For example, if a cup or the like is inserted during spraying of functional water, unlike a stick-shaped water discharge such as rectification or foam, or a shower water discharge, water drops collide with the edge of the cup or the like to be inserted and splash violently. You can feel uncomfortable and deter the pool. Therefore, even when the functional water is discharged according to the user's operation, accidental ingestion of the functional water can be suppressed.
Further, by covering at least a part of the water outlet, the water outlet can be made more difficult to visually recognize.
Further, the device body holds the water discharge unit in a state where the center axis of the water discharge port is inclined with respect to the vertical direction, for example, the direction in which functional water is discharged to a user unfamiliar with use. It can be difficult to predict. By spraying the functional water in a direction different from the user's imagination, it is possible to oblige to insert a cup or the like after the spraying starts. Also, if the user predicts that the spray direction is right below and inserts a cup in advance, the amount of water that accumulates in the cup is suppressed and at the same time it becomes easy for the user to get in the hand, so the water pool is discouraged. Can be made. Therefore, it is possible to further suppress the accumulation of water in a cup or the like, and to further suppress accidental ingestion of functional water.

According to a second aspect , in the first aspect , the apparatus main body accommodates the entire water discharge unit in the space.

  According to this water discharge device, for example, the water discharge port can be made more difficult to visually recognize.

A third invention is Oite the first or second invention, a water discharge device, characterized by further comprising a notification unit for notifying the ejection of functional water.

  According to this water discharge device, the erroneous drinking of functional water can be further suppressed by the notification.

A fourth invention is the water discharge device according to any one of the first to third inventions, wherein the device main body detachably holds the water discharge unit from outside the device main body.

  According to this water discharging device, the water discharging unit can be easily attached and detached even after construction. For example, the water discharge unit can be easily replaced. For example, cleaning can be performed by removing the water discharge unit. In the water discharge device to which the first aspect of the invention is applied, direct maintenance is difficult because the water discharge unit is located in a place where it is difficult to see, but the maintainability of the water discharge device can be improved.

According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, there is provided the water discharging apparatus according to any one of the first to fourth aspects of the present invention, a faucet unit for discharging water, and a support unit for supporting the water discharging apparatus and the faucet unit. It is a water discharge system characterized by the above-mentioned.

  According to this water discharging system, since the water discharging unit sprays the functional water in a mist form, the functional water can be hardly received by a cup or the like. Further, by spraying, the flow rate of the functional water can be reduced, and the functional water can hardly be accumulated in a cup or the like. Further, at least a part of the water outlet overlaps with either the device main body or the water discharge unit in a direction toward the front end of the device main body, so that the water discharge port can be made difficult for a user to visually recognize. For example, if a cup is inserted during the spraying of functional water, unlike a stick-shaped water discharge such as rectification or foam, or a shower water discharge, water drops collide with the edge of the cup to be inserted and splash violently. You can feel uncomfortable and deter the pool. Therefore, even when the functional water is discharged according to the user's operation, accidental ingestion of the functional water can be suppressed.

In a sixth aspect based on the fifth aspect , the apparatus further comprises a control unit for controlling water discharge of the functional water by the water discharge device, wherein the detector is connected to the control unit, and wherein the control unit And discharging the functional water from the water discharging unit in response to the detection of the vessel, and then stopping the discharge of the functional water after a certain period of time.

  According to this water discharge system, since a large amount of functional water is not discharged at a time, the amount of water accumulated in a cup or the like can be limited. Thereby, the pool of functional water and accidental ingestion can be further suppressed.

A seventh invention is the water discharge system according to the fifth or sixth invention, wherein a flow rate of functional water discharged from the water discharge device is smaller than a flow rate of water discharged from the faucet unit. is there.

  According to this water discharging system, for example, a user who does not recognize that the functional water is discharged from the water discharging device can feel more uncomfortable with the water discharged from the water discharging device. For example, a sump from the water spouting device can be deterred. For example, the water pool from the faucet unit side can be promoted, and the accidental ingestion of functional water can be further suppressed.

An eighth invention is the water discharge system according to any one of the fifth to seventh inventions, wherein the faucet unit is supported by the support portion separately from the water discharge device. .

  According to this water discharge system, for example, the water pool from the water discharge device can be more discouraged. For example, the water pool from the faucet unit side can be further promoted, and accidental drinking of functional water can be further suppressed.

A ninth invention is the water discharge system according to the eighth invention, wherein the water discharge device is provided behind a water discharge port of the faucet unit.

  According to this water discharging system, for example, a user who does not recognize that the functional water is discharged from the water discharging device is encouraged to use the faucet unit located on the front side, thereby further suppressing accidental drinking of the functional water. can do.

A tenth invention is the water discharge system according to any one of the fifth to ninth inventions, wherein the support unit movably supports the water discharge device.

  According to this water discharging system, for example, a user accustomed to using the water discharging device after using the water discharging device is moved to a hard-to-use position, so that the next unfamiliar user uses the water discharging system, Use of the water discharging device can be suppressed. For example, use of the faucet unit can be promoted, and accidental ingestion of functional water can be further suppressed.

An eleventh invention is the tenth invention, further comprising a concave sink, and a counter adjacent to the sink, wherein the support portion is movable while discharging functional water toward the sink. A water discharge system characterized by supporting the water discharge device so that functional water does not reach the counter at any position in the range.

  According to this water discharge system, for example, it is possible to suppress accumulation of functional water by placing a cup or the like on the counter, and to further suppress accidental ingestion of functional water.

In a twelfth aspect based on any one of the invention of the fifth to 11, the operation mode for switching the吐止water in the water discharge device, an operation mode for switching吐止water in the faucet unit It is a water discharge system characterized by being different.

  According to this water discharge system, for example, an unskilled user can be prevented from using the water discharge device. For example, an inexperienced user can be encouraged to use the faucet unit, thereby further suppressing accidental ingestion of functional water.

  ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to the aspect of this invention, when discharging functional water according to a user's operation, it can provide the water discharging apparatus and the water discharging system which suppressed the accidental ingestion of functional water.

FIGS. 1A and 1B are a perspective view and a front view showing a vanity table according to the first embodiment. FIGS. 2A to 2D are a front view, a side view, a bottom view, and a perspective view illustrating the water discharge device according to the first embodiment. FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view illustrating the water discharge device according to the first embodiment. It is sectional drawing showing the water discharge device which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a fragmentary sectional view showing a part of water discharge device concerning a 1st embodiment. FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating a water supply device according to the first embodiment. It is a perspective view showing the system kitchen concerning a 2nd embodiment. It is a top view showing the system kitchen concerning 2nd Embodiment. FIG. 9A and FIG. 9B are a perspective view and a bottom view illustrating a water discharge device according to the second embodiment. It is a fragmentary sectional view showing a part of water discharge device concerning a 2nd embodiment.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In each of the drawings, similar components are denoted by the same reference numerals, and detailed description will be omitted as appropriate.
(First embodiment)
FIGS. 1A and 1B are a perspective view and a front view showing a vanity table according to the first embodiment.
As shown in FIGS. 1A and 1B, the vanity 2 includes a water discharge system 10, a washbasin 20, and a support 30.

  The basin 20 has a basin 22, a drain 24, and an overflow drain 26. The washbasin 22 is formed in a concave shape that is recessed downward. The drain port 24 is provided at the bottom of the wash bowl 22. The drain port 24 is connected to a drain pipe (not shown), and flows the water discharged to the basin 22 into the drain pipe.

  The overflow drainage tool 26 is provided in the wash basin 22. The overflow drainage tool 26 is connected to a drain pipe via an overflow path not shown. For example, when the drain port 24 is closed with a rubber stopper or the like and water is collected in the basin 22, the water reaching the height of the overflow drainage tool 26 is drained to the drain pipe via the overflow drainage tool 26. . Thereby, the overflow drainage tool 26 suppresses the overflow of water from the washbasin bowl 22.

  The basin 20 is provided on the support base 30. The support base 30 supports the basin 20. The support 30 has, for example, a main body 31 and a pair of doors 32 and 33. The main body portion 31 is, for example, in the shape of a substantially rectangular parallelepiped open box having an open front and an upper side. The upper opening of the main body 31 is closed by the basin 20. At least a part of the basin 22 enters the main body 31 from an opening above the main body 31. Each of the doors 32 and 33 closes an opening in front of the main body 31 so as to be openable and closable. Thus, the support 30 also functions as a cabinet that can store articles. The support 30 is, in other words, a lower cabinet. The support 30 need not have a storage function. The support base 30 may have any configuration capable of supporting the basin 20. Further, the basin 20 may be directly attached to a wall surface such as a washroom. That is, the support 30 is provided as needed and can be omitted.

  The water discharge system 10 includes a panel unit 12 (supporting unit), a faucet unit 14, and a faucet operation unit 16. The panel section 12 is provided on the rear end of the basin 20. In other words, the panel unit 12 is provided on the back guard of the basin 20. The panel unit 12 is attached to, for example, a wall surface of a washroom above the washbasin 20. The panel portion 12 has a substantially rectangular parallelepiped box shape opened rearward.

  The panel section 12 has a mounting panel 12f. The mounting panel 12f is, for example, plate-shaped. The mounting panel 12f has a mounting surface 12a. The mounting panel 12f extends in the vertical direction. The mounting surface 12a is an upright surface (vertical surface). The mounting surface 12a may be inclined with respect to the vertical direction. The mounting panel 12f may have at least a component extending in the vertical direction. The mounting surface 12a faces forward when the panel unit 12 is mounted on the washbasin 20 (in use), and faces the user who uses the vanity stand 2. The mounting panel 12f is, in other words, a front panel of the panel unit 12. The mounting surface 12a is, in other words, the front surface of the panel section 12.

  In the present specification, the direction from the mounting surface 12a toward the front (the direction toward the mounting surface 12a) is referred to as "front", and the opposite direction is referred to as "rear". The direction perpendicular to the front-rear direction and the up-down direction is defined as the left-right direction. More specifically, the rightward direction when viewed from the user facing backward is the right direction, and the opposite direction is the leftward direction.

  The faucet unit 14 and the faucet operation unit 16 are provided on the mounting surface 12 a of the panel unit 12. In other words, the panel unit 12 supports the faucet unit 14 and the faucet operation unit 16. The faucet unit 14 has a spout 14 a for discharging water toward the wash bowl 22 of the wash basin 20. The faucet operation unit 16 is connected to the faucet unit 14 via a pipe or the like in the internal space of the panel unit 12. Further, the faucet operation unit 16 is connected to a water supply pipe and a hot water supply pipe via a hot water mixing unit in the internal space of the panel unit 12. The faucet operation unit 16 adjusts the flow rate and temperature of the water discharged from the spout 14 a of the faucet unit 14.

  The water discharged from the faucet unit 14 is, for example, tap water (tap water). The water outlet 14a of the faucet unit 14 performs, for example, rod-shaped water discharge such as rectification and foaming. The water outlet 14a of the faucet unit 14 may perform, for example, a shower-like water discharge. For example, the faucet unit 14 may be provided with a water outlet for discharging water in a rod shape and a water outlet for discharging water in a shower shape.

  In this example, the faucet operation unit 16 is a lever handle. The faucet operation unit 16 is not limited to this, and may be a rotary handle or the like. The faucet operation unit 16 only needs to be able to adjust at least the flow rate. The faucet operation unit 16 may be provided on the basin 20, for example.

  The water discharge system 10 further includes a water discharge device 100 and a water supply device 110. The water discharging device 100 is provided on the mounting surface 12a of the panel unit 12. In other words, the panel unit 12 supports the water discharging device 100. The water discharging device 100 is provided, for example, above the upper surface 20a (overflow surface) of the basin 20. The water discharging device 100 has a water discharging port 202a (see FIG. 2), and discharges water from the water discharging port 202a toward the wash bowl 22 of the wash basin 20. The water spouting device 100 arranges the water spout 202 a above the upper surface 20 a of the basin 20 in a state where the water spouting device 100 is attached to the panel section 12.

  The water discharge device 100 has an operation unit 204 for operating the water discharge stoppage, and discharges water according to an operation of the operation unit 204 by a user. For example, the water discharging device 100 performs water discharging for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) according to an operation of the operation unit 204, and automatically stops water discharging after a lapse of the predetermined time. For example, the water discharging device 100 may perform water discharging by the first operation of the operation unit 204 and stop water discharging by the second operation of the operation unit 204.

  The water discharged from the water discharging device 100 is functional water having an effect of reducing bacteria. In the washstand 2, for example, by discharging functional water from the water discharging device 100 to the washbasin 22, it is possible to suppress the growth of bacteria in the drain port 24. In the washstand 2, for example, the drainage port 24 can be sterilized to keep the washbasin 20 clean. In the vanity stand 2, for example, these bacteria can be removed by discharging functional water to a toothbrush, a cup, or the like.

  At least a part of the water discharge device 100 is disposed below the water discharge port 14 a of the faucet unit 14. The water discharge port 202a of the water discharge device 100 is disposed below the faucet unit 14. Thus, for example, it is possible to suppress functional water discharged from the water discharging device 100 from being applied to the faucet unit 14. For example, it is possible to prevent the user from directly touching the functional water attached to the faucet unit 14 or mixing the functional water into the discharge from the faucet unit 14 and accidentally drinking the functional water. it can.

  Further, the water discharge device 100 is provided behind the water discharge port 14a of the faucet unit 14 (on the mounting surface 12a side). The length from the mounting surface 12a to the front end of the water discharging device 100 is shorter than the length from the mounting surface 12a to the front end of the faucet unit 14.

  In this example, the faucet unit 14 is supported by the panel unit 12 separately from the water discharge device 100. Without being limited to this, the faucet unit 14 and the water discharging device 100 may be integrated with each other. For example, a spout for discharging normal water and a spout for discharging functional water may be provided in one spout.

  The water supply device 110 is provided in the main body 31 of the support base 30. The water supply device 110 is connected to the water discharge device 100 via electric wiring and a water passing member. The water supply device 110 is connected to a water supply source and a power supply, receives water from the water supply source, and receives power from the power supply. The water supply device 110 supplies functional water to the water discharge device 100 via a water passage member, and supplies power to the water discharge device 100 and transmits and receives electric signals to and from the water discharge device 100 via electric wiring.

  When the user operates the operation unit 204 provided on the water discharge device 100, an operation signal is transmitted from the water discharge device 100 to the water supply device 110. When receiving the operation signal, the water supply device 110 generates functional water from the water supplied from the water supply source, and sends the generated functional water to the water discharge device 100. Thereby, the functional water is discharged from the water discharging device 100 in accordance with the operation of the operation unit 204 by the user. For example, the functional water may be automatically discharged from the water discharging device 100 irrespective of the operation of the operation unit 204 when a predetermined time elapses or the like. Hereinafter, water discharge performed in response to the operation of the operation unit 204 is referred to as “manual water discharge”, and water discharge performed independently of the operation of the operation unit 204 is referred to as “automatic water discharge”.

  The water supply device 110 is not limited to the inside of the support table 30 and may be arranged in, for example, the internal space of the panel unit 12. For example, the function of the water supply device 110 may be incorporated in the water discharge device 100.

FIGS. 2A to 2D are a front view, a side view, a bottom view, and a perspective view illustrating the water discharge device according to the first embodiment.
As shown in FIGS. 2A to 2D, the water discharging device 100 includes a casing 200 (device main body), a water discharging unit 202, an operation unit 204, a display unit 206, and a light irradiation unit 208 ( Notification unit).

  The casing 200 has a front surface 200a, an upper surface 200b, a bottom surface 200c, and a pair of side surfaces 200d and 200e. The casing 200 has, for example, a triangular prism shape. In other words, the casing 200 has a wedge shape. The casing 200 is hollow and has an internal space. The casing 200 accommodates various members of the water discharge device 100 in this internal space.

  The front surface 200a is inclined with respect to the horizontal plane. In this example, the front surface 200a is inclined so as to increase in thickness from the top to the bottom. In other words, the front surface 200a is inclined downward so as to project forward as it goes downward. The front surface 200a may be, for example, a vertical surface perpendicular to a horizontal plane. In other words, the front surface 200a may be any surface that intersects the horizontal plane. The inclination angle θ1 of the front surface 200a is, for example, about 20 ° (10 ° or more and 30 ° or less) with respect to the mounting surface 12a (vertical surface).

  In this example, the upper surface 200b is also inclined so as to descend downward as it goes forward. In this example, the front surface 200a and the top surface 200b are continuously inclined downward between the mounting surface 12a and the bottom surface 200c. The front surface 200a and the upper surface 200b are continuously inclined downward from the mounting surface 12a toward the front. The front surface 200a and the upper surface 200b do not have a horizontal surface and an inclined surface inclined upward.

  As described above, at least a part of the water discharge device 100 is disposed below the water discharge port 14 a of the faucet unit 14. At this time, by tilting the front surface 200a and the upper surface 200b downward as described above, even when the water discharged from the faucet unit 14 or the filthy water accompanying hand washing falls on the water discharging device 100, the water is discharged to the casing. It is possible to suppress stagnation on 200.

  The casing 200 does not necessarily have to have the upper surface 200b. For example, a front surface 200a (inclined surface) that is inclined so as to connect the front end of the bottom surface 200c and the mounting surface 12a may be formed. When the water spouting device 100 is placed in a place where there is little fear of water from another faucet device or the like, a horizontal surface or an inclined surface that rises and slopes may be provided on the front surface 200a and the upper surface 200b.

  The bottom surface 200c extends from the lower end of the front surface 200a toward the mounting surface 12a. The bottom surface 200c is located below the front surface 200a and the upper surface 200b. The bottom surface 200c is inclined so as to rise upward as it goes forward. By inclining the bottom surface 200c in this manner, for example, when a force is applied to the water discharge device 100 from below in a state where the water discharge device 100 is mounted on the mounting surface 12a, the force can be released forward. For example, in the washstand 2, when removing a container such as a bucket from the washbasin 22, there is a concern that the upper end of the container may contact the bottom surface 200 c of the casing 200. By inclining the bottom surface 200c, the upper end of the container can be easily shifted forward even when the container or the like comes into contact with the bottom surface 200c. For example, breakage of the water discharge device 100 when a force is applied from below can be suppressed.

  The inclination angle θ2 of the bottom surface 200c is, for example, greater than 0 ° and not more than 20 ° with respect to the horizontal plane. The bottom surface 200c is, for example, substantially orthogonal to the front surface 200a. Thus, for example, even when the human body or another object collides from below, the force can be appropriately released. In addition, it is possible to prevent the water outlet 202a of the water discharge unit 202 from being conspicuous. In addition, the bottom surface 200c is not necessarily limited to the inclined surface that rises and may be a horizontal surface or an inclined surface that falls and descends.

  Each side surface 200d, 200e is substantially parallel. Each of the side surfaces 200d and 200e is, for example, a vertical surface. Thereby, for example, when attaching the water discharging device 100 to the mounting surface 12a, the water discharging device 100 can be easily gripped. For example, the workability of attaching the water discharging device 100 can be improved. The side surface 200d and the side surface 200e may have, for example, a draft angle when the casing 200 is molded. The angle formed between the side surface 200d and the side surface 200e is, for example, 5 ° or less. The side surfaces 200d and 200e do not need to be substantially parallel as a whole, and it is sufficient that at least the widest part is substantially parallel to each other.

  The length of the casing 200 in the front-rear direction (the amount of protrusion from the mounting surface 12a) is shorter than the length of the casing 200 in the vertical direction. The length of the casing 200 in the front-rear direction is shorter than the length of the casing 200 in the left-right direction. Thus, the casing 200 (water discharging device 100) has a thin appearance. The length in the front-back direction of the casing 200 is, for example, 2 cm or more and 5 cm or less. The vertical length of the casing 200 is, for example, not less than 5 cm and not more than 15 cm. The length of the casing 200 in the front-rear direction is, for example, half or less of the length of the casing 200 in the up-down direction. The length in the left-right direction of the casing 200 is, for example, 2 cm or more and 10 cm or less.

  At this time, the length of the casing 200 in the front-rear direction (projection amount from the mounting surface 12a) is such that the front surface 200a is about 2 cm and the upper surface 200b is 1 cm or less, and the front surface 200a occupies the majority. . With such a configuration, it is possible to form water more difficult to accumulate, and at the same time, it is possible to expect an effect that the entire unit looks thin.

  The water discharging unit 202 is provided at a lower part of the casing 200 such that at least a part thereof overlaps the front surface 200a in the vertical direction. The water discharging unit 202 is provided on the bottom surface 200c of the casing 200. The water discharge unit 202 has a water discharge port 202a. By providing the water discharging unit 202 below the inclined front surface 200a, the length of the entire casing 200 in the front-rear direction can be suppressed. The water discharging unit 202 exposes the water discharging port 202a to the bottom surface 200c and is held by the casing 200, and discharges water downward from the bottom surface 200c. The water discharge unit 202 discharges the functional water supplied from the water supply device 110 to the wash bowl 22 from the water discharge port 202a. The water discharge unit 202 discharges functional water toward the drain port 24 of the basin 20, for example.

  The water discharging unit 202 is disposed on the back side (rearward) of the front end 200t of the casing 200. The tip 200t of the casing 200 is, for example, a part that is most separated in the horizontal direction from the panel part 12 (support part). In this example, the tip 200t is a portion where the distance from the mounting surface 12a is the longest. The tip 200t is, in other words, the front end of the casing 200.

  As shown in FIGS. 2A and 2B, a part of the water outlet 202a overlaps the casing 200 in a direction toward the tip 200t of the casing 200. In this example, the direction toward the tip 200t is forward. In other words, a part of the water outlet 202a overlaps the casing 200 when viewed horizontally from the tip 200t side toward the rear. Part of the water outlet 202a overlaps the casing 200 when viewed from the front.

  The casing 200 covers a part of the water outlet 202a on the tip 200t side. In other words, the casing 200 covers a part of the water outlet 202a in front.

  The casing 200 has a concave portion 200v (space) that can accommodate a part of the water discharging unit 202. The concave portion 200v is provided at a lower portion of the casing 200 and is a portion that is more concave than the bottom surface 200c and the side surface 200d. The casing 200 covers a part of the water discharge port 202a by accommodating a part of the water discharge unit 202 in the concave part 200v.

  As described above, the water discharge unit 202 is disposed on the back side of the tip 200t, and a part of the water outlet 202a is overlapped with the casing 200 in a direction toward the tip 200t of the casing 200. This makes it difficult for the user to visually recognize the water outlet 202a.

  In this example, the bottom surface 200c is inclined upward, and when viewed from the front, a part of the water discharge unit 202 is exposed below the concave portion 200v. For example, the entire water discharge unit 202 may be accommodated in the concave portion 200v by making the bottom surface 200c horizontal or making the depth of the concave portion 200v deeper. That is, the entire water outlet 202a may overlap the casing 200 in the direction toward the tip 200t. This makes it more difficult for the user to visually recognize the water outlet 202a. It is sufficient that at least a part of the water outlet 202a overlaps the casing 200 in a direction toward the tip 200t.

  In this example, according to the inclination of the bottom surface 200c, the water outlet 202a is also inclined forward. In this case, it is necessary to cover at least a part of the water outlet 202a with the casing 200 as described above in order to make the water outlet 202a difficult to visually recognize. For example, by making the water outlet 202a horizontal or inclining the water outlet 202a slightly rearward, the water outlet 202a overlaps the main body (side surface portion) of the water discharge unit 202 in the direction toward the tip 200t. You may do so. In this way, the water outlet 202a may be hidden by the water discharge unit 202 itself. It is sufficient that at least a part of the water discharge port 202a overlaps with either the casing 200 or the water discharge unit 202 in the direction toward the tip 200t.

  The method of covering at least a part of the water outlet 202a with the casing 200 (apparatus main body) is not limited to the method of housing the water discharge unit 202 in the concave portion 200v. For example, a projecting portion that projects downward may be provided on the casing 200, and the projecting portion may cover at least a part of the water outlet 202a. The portion covering at least a part of the water outlet 202a may be an arbitrary portion of the casing 200.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the faucet unit 14 is disposed above the drain port 24, and the water discharging device 100 is disposed to be shifted leftward from the drain port 24. For this reason, in the water discharge unit 202, the center axis of the water discharge port 202a is inclined with respect to the vertical direction. The casing 200 holds the water discharge unit 202 with the center axis of the water discharge port 202a inclined with respect to the vertical direction. The water discharge unit 202 discharges functional water diagonally downward and to the right toward the drain port 24, for example. Thereby, it is possible to appropriately discharge the functional water to the drain port 24 while suppressing that the water discharged from the faucet unit 14 is applied to the water discharging device 100. The direction of the water discharged from the water discharging unit 202 is not limited to the above, and may be any direction.

  The water discharge unit 202 sprays the functional water into a mist in the washbasin 22. The water discharge port 202a of the water discharge unit 202 is, for example, a mist nozzle. The outer diameter (width of spread) of the mist-like functional water discharged from the water discharging unit 202 is larger than the opening diameter of the water discharging port 202 a of the water discharging unit 202. The water discharge unit 202 sprays functional water in a conical shape, for example. Thereby, for example, functional water can be made to adhere to a wide area of the wash basin 22, and the basin 20 can be more appropriately disinfected.

  In the case where the functional water is sprayed in the form of a mist, the flow rate of the functional water can be suppressed while spraying the functional water over a wide area, as compared with the rod-shaped water discharge or the shower-shaped water discharge. The flow rate of the functional water discharged from the water discharging device 100 is smaller than the flow rate of the water discharged from the faucet unit 14. The flow rate of the water discharge device 100 is, for example, smaller than the maximum flow rate of the faucet unit 14 whose flow rate can be adjusted. The flow rate of the water discharging device 100 is, for example, 1/100 or more and 1/2 or less of the maximum flow rate of the faucet unit 14.

  The particle size of the mist-like functional water discharged from the water discharging unit 202 has a distribution, ranging from a submicron order to a size exceeding 2000 micrometers, and the average particle size is, for example, about 200 micrometers. It is not less than meters (μm) and not more than 1500 μm. Thereby, for example, necessary cleaning performance can be secured, and unnecessary scattering of functional water can be suppressed. Here, the average particle diameter is a Sauter average value (total volume / total surface area) based on a particle diameter distribution obtained by a Fraunhofer analysis method using a He-Ne laser, and is equivalent to a diameter.

  The operation unit 204 is provided on the front surface 200a of the casing 200. Thereby, the operation unit 204 faces forward, and the user can easily operate the operation unit 204. The front surface 200a is inclined downward as described above. Therefore, the operation unit 204 slightly faces upward according to the inclination angle of the front surface 200a. The water spouting device 100 is arranged near the height from the waist to the chest of a standing adult user. The height from the floor (the lower end of the support base 30) to the lower end of the water discharge device 100 is, for example, 70 cm or more and 150 cm or less. Therefore, by attaching the operation unit 204 upward as described above, the operation unit 204 can be easily operated by the user. The operation unit 204 is not limited to the front surface 200a, and may be provided on, for example, a downwardly inclined upper surface 200b.

  In this example, the operation unit 204 is a push button pressed by the user. Thus, the operation of the water discharge of the water discharge device 100 is different from the operation of the water discharge of the faucet unit 14. In this example, the operation unit 204 has a planar shape. Thereby, it is possible to suppress accumulation of water in the portion of the operation unit 204. The “planar” refers to, for example, a state where the height from the front surface 200a is 2 mm or less in a state where no operation is performed (a state where no force is applied). The operation unit 204 is not limited to a push button, but may be a slide-type operation unit or a lever-type operation unit. The shape and operation mode of the operation unit 204 may be any shape and operation mode that can be operated by the user.

  The display unit 206 is provided on the front surface 200a of the casing 200. In this example, the display unit 206 is provided in the operation unit 204. The display unit 206 may be provided on the front surface 200a separately from the operation unit 204. In other words, the display unit 206 may be provided on the front surface 200a side by side with the operation unit 204. The display unit 206 is not limited to the front surface 200a but may be provided on the upper surface 200b or the like.

  The display unit 206 displays the state of the water discharging device 100 to the user. The display unit 206 displays the on / off state of the automatic water discharge function by turning on / off light, for example. The display unit 206 is turned on, for example, when the automatic water discharge function is set to on, and is turned off when the automatic water discharge function is set to off, thereby turning on / off the automatic water discharge function to the user. indicate.

  The on / off state of the automatic water discharge function is switched, for example, by operating the operation unit 204. For example, when the automatic discharge function is set to off, the operation unit 204 is set to on by long-pressing (pressing and holding for a predetermined time). Then, by long-pressing the operation unit 204 while the automatic water discharge function is set to ON, the operation is set to OFF.

  The display to the user by the display unit 206 is not limited to ON / OFF of the automatic water discharge function, and may be any information that needs to be displayed to the user. Further, the display mode of the display unit 206 is not limited to turning on and off the light, but may be any mode that can be displayed to the user. For example, the display may be performed by changing colors or characters. As the display unit 206, for example, a display device or the like may be used.

  The light irradiation unit 208 is provided on the bottom surface 200c of the casing 200 alongside the water discharge unit 202. The light irradiating unit 208 is turned on when the functional water is discharged from the water discharging unit 202, thereby notifying the user that water is being discharged. The light irradiation unit 208 illuminates the drain port 24, for example. More specifically, an area of the basin 20 to which the functional water discharged from the water discharge unit 202 is sprayed is illuminated.

  The light irradiating unit 208 notifies the user of the start of the automatic water discharge function, for example, by blinking immediately before the start of the automatic water discharge function. As a method of notifying the user, a method of turning on or blinking other than blinking may be used.

  The light irradiation unit 208 irradiates, for example, blue light. Functional water is not always suitable for drinking. Accordingly, by notifying the discharge of the functional water and forming a situation different from that at the time of normal water discharge by the faucet unit 14, it is possible to notify the user that the water is not normal water discharge. For example, it is possible to deter the user from drinking, and suppress accidental drinking of functional water.

  The notification of whether or not the water is being discharged and the notification of the start of the automatic water discharge may be made on the display unit 206, for example. The notification of whether or not water is being discharged and the notification of the start of automatic water discharge are not limited to light irradiation, and may be performed by, for example, a voice. For example, the fact that unsuitable water is being discharged may be notified by voice or the like. These notifications may be in any form that allows notification.

FIG. 3 is an exploded perspective view illustrating the water discharge device according to the first embodiment.
FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view illustrating the water discharge device according to the first embodiment.
FIG. 5 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating a part of the water discharge device according to the first embodiment.
FIG. 4 illustrates a cross section taken along line A1-A2 of FIG.
FIG. 5 shows a cross section taken along line B1-B2 in FIG.
As illustrated in FIGS. 3 to 5, the water discharging device 100 further includes an electronic unit 210, a light irradiation unit 212, a connection unit 214, and a seal member 216. The casing 200 has a base 220, a cover 222, and a topsheet 224.

  The base 220 has a substantially rectangular plate-like portion 220a and a tubular portion 220b extending rearward from the plate-like portion 220a. The plate-like portion 220a has a through-hole-like opening 220c. That is, the casing 200 has the opening 220c that opens rearward. The cylindrical portion 220b surrounds the opening 220c. The cylindrical portion 220b is, for example, substantially cylindrical. The cylindrical portion 220b surrounds, for example, the entire periphery of the opening 220c. The cylindrical portion 220b does not necessarily have to surround the entire periphery of the opening 220c. The cylindrical portion 220b may be, for example, C-shaped.

  The cover 222 has an open box shape that opens rearward. The cover 222 covers the front of the base 220 and forms an internal space 200 s with the base 220. The casing 200 accommodates each unit such as the electronic unit 210, the light irradiation unit 212, and the connection unit 214 in the internal space 200s. The opening 220c exposes a part of the internal space 200s to the outside.

  The cover 222 is attached to the base 220 by, for example, screwing from the rear side of the plate-like portion 220a of the base 220. The method of attaching the cover 222 is not limited to this, and any method that can be attached to the base 220 may be used. Note that the cover 222 is preferably detachable from the base 220.

  As shown in FIG. 4, the mounting panel 12f of the panel section 12 has a through-hole-shaped mounting hole 12b. The attachment hole 12b is used, for example, for attaching the water discharge device 100 to the attachment panel 12f. When the casing 200 is attached to the attachment panel 12f, the opening 220c faces the attachment hole 12b. Thereby, the casing 200 makes the internal space 200s communicate with the space on the back side of the mounting panel 12f. In other words, the casing 200 allows the internal space 200s to communicate with the internal space of the open box-shaped panel portion 12.

  When the casing 200 is attached to the attachment panel 12f, at least a part of the cylindrical portion 220b is inserted into the attachment hole 12b. The outer shape of the casing 200 is larger than the outer shape of the mounting hole 12b. The casing 200 closes the mounting hole 12b when mounted on the mounting panel 12f, and suppresses entry of water or the like into the panel portion 12 through the mounting hole 12b (see FIG. 1).

  The cover 222 has a cover main body 222a and a movable part 222b provided on the front surface of the cover main body 222a. The movable part 222b is provided substantially at the center of the front surface of the cover body 222a. The movable part 222b is attached to the cover body 222a so as to be movable in the front-rear direction. The movable portion 222b is connected to the cover main body 222a via a connection portion, for example, and moves in the front-rear direction due to elastic deformation of the connection portion.

  The topsheet 224 is, for example, a flexible sheet body such as a resin sheet. The topsheet 224 has a sheet body 224a, a protrusion 224b, and a light transmission window 224c. The seat body 224a has a substantially rectangular shape. The shape of the seat body 224a is substantially the same as the shape of the front surface of the cover body 222a. The seat body 224a is attached to the front surface of the cover body 222a.

  The convex portion 224b is a portion bulging slightly forward from the seat body 224a. The protrusion 224b is provided substantially at the center of the sheet main body 224a. The convex portion 224b faces the movable portion 222b when the sheet main body 224a is attached to the cover main body 222a. The protrusion 224b is formed continuously with the sheet main body 224a. In other words, the protrusion 224b is integrated with the seat body 224a. As a result, the topsheet 224 covers an empty space between the cover main body 222a and the movable portion 222b of the cover 222. The topsheet 224 prevents water, dust, and the like from entering the internal space 200s of the casing 200 from the gaps in the cover 222.

  In this example, the operation section 204 is formed by a movable section 222b and a convex section 224b. When the user presses the convex portion 224b of the topsheet 224, the convex portion 224b bends, the connecting portion is elastically deformed, and the movable portion 222b moves backward. Then, when the user releases the pressing operation, the elasticity of the connecting portion returns the movable portion 222b to the front initial position, and the bending of the convex portion 224b is also eliminated. As described above, the user can perform a pressing operation by the movable part 222b and the convex part 224b, and the movable part 222b and the convex part 224b form the planar operation part 204.

  The light transmission window 224c has light transmittance for visible light. The light transmission window 224c forms a part of the display unit 206. In the topsheet 224, the light transmittance of the sheet body 224a and the protrusion 224b is lower than the light transmittance of the light transmission window 224c. The sheet main body 224a and the convex portions 224b are, for example, colored sheets and have substantially no light transmittance with respect to visible light. Thereby, the topsheet 224 covers the movable portion 222b and the gap between the cover main body 222a and the movable portion 222b. Thereby, for example, the beauty of the water discharging device 100 can be improved.

  The electronic unit 210 has a substrate 230, a detector 232, a light emitting element 234, a case 236, and an electric wiring 238. The substrate 230 has a mounting surface 230a. The detector 232 and the light emitting element 234, which are electronic components, are mounted on the mounting surface 230a. The case 236 holds the substrate 230, the detector 232, and the light emitting element 234.

  The electronic unit 210 is provided in the internal space 200s of the casing 200 so that at least a part thereof overlaps the front surface 200a inclined in the vertical direction and the water discharging unit 202. The electronic unit 210 is held on the base 220, for example. The base 220 holds the mounting surface 230a while being inclined with respect to the horizontal plane. That is, the casing 200 holds the electronic unit 210 in the internal space 200s with the mounting surface 230a inclined with respect to the horizontal plane. The base 220 is inclined downward so that the mounting surface 230a projects forward as it goes downward. In this example, the base 220 holds the mounting surface 230a substantially parallel to the front surface 200a of the casing 200. By providing the electronic unit 210 so as to overlap the inclined front surface 200a and the water discharging unit 202, the length of the entire casing 200 in the front-rear direction can be suppressed.

  Thus, the mounting surface 230a of the electronic unit 210 is inclined with respect to the horizontal plane. Thus, for example, even when water droplets or the like adhere to the mounting surface 230a, it is possible to suppress the retention of moisture on the mounting surface 230a. The inclination angle of the mounting surface 230a is not limited to an angle substantially parallel to the front surface 200a of the casing 200, but may be any angle that intersects with a horizontal plane.

  The base 220 makes the electronic unit 210 face the movable part 222b of the cover 222. The base 220 holds the electronic unit 210 such that at least a part of the electronic unit 210 overlaps the opening 220c and the mounting hole 12b in the horizontal direction.

  The base 220 holds the electronic unit 210 such that at least a part of the electronic unit 210 enters the cylindrical portion 220b. In other words, the base 220 allows at least a part of the electronic unit 210 to enter the opening 220c. The base 220, for example, allows at least a part of the electronic unit 210 to enter the mounting hole 12b when mounted on the mounting panel 12f.

  The detector 232 detects a user's operation for controlling the water stoppage of the water discharge unit 202. In this example, the detector 232 detects a pressing operation of the operation unit 204 by the user. The detector 232 is, for example, an electric switch that detects an operation of the operation unit 204 and outputs an electric signal (operation signal) according to the detection result. The detector 232 has a plunger 232a. The detector 232 is a so-called push-button switch. The detector 232 causes the plunger 232a to face the movable portion 222b of the cover 222. The detector 232 is arranged such that the plunger 232a is pressed against the movable portion 222b when the movable portion 222b moves rearward in response to a pressing operation by the user. The detector 232 detects a user's pressing operation by pressing the plunger 232a with the movement of the movable part 222b.

  The detector 232 is not limited to a push-button type switch, and may be, for example, a slide switch or a lever switch. The detector 232 may be any detector according to the operation mode of the operation unit 204. The detector 232 may be, for example, a touch panel that detects a user's touch operation. In addition, the detector 232 may be a sensor that detects a user operation in a non-contact manner, such as a capacitance sensor. The operation of the user detected by the detector 232 is not limited to an operation involving contact, and may be, for example, a proximity operation of bringing a hand or the like close to the casing 200.

  When a non-contact type sensor or the like is used for the detector 232, for example, the detection area of the detector 232 is made wider than the spray area of the functional water by the water discharge unit 202. Thus, for example, spraying of the functional water can be started before the cup or the like enters the spray area. This makes it necessary to insert a cup or the like after the start of spraying. For example, it is possible to prevent an unskilled user who does not recognize that the functional water is discharged from accumulating the functional water in a cup or the like by mistake.

  The light emitting element 234 faces the light transmission window 224c of the topsheet 224. The light emitting element 234 irradiates the outside of the casing 200 with light through the light transmission window 224c. Thereby, display can be performed for the user by turning on / off the light emitting element 234. That is, in this example, the display unit 206 includes the light emitting element 234 and the light transmission window 224c. The light emitting element 234 may be any element that can emit light, such as an LED (Light Emitting Diode), an LD (Laser Diode), and an OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode).

  The electric wiring 238 is electrically connected to the substrate 230. The electric wiring 238 is electrically connected to the water supply device 110. That is, the electric wiring 238 electrically connects the board 230 and the water supply device 110. The electric wiring 238 may be detachably connected to the substrate 230 and the water supply device 110 via, for example, a connector.

  The electric wiring 238 has, for example, three wirings of a ground line 238g, a signal line 238s of the detector 232, and a power supply line 238p of the light emitting element 234 (see FIG. 6). The detector 232 and the light emitting element 234 are electrically connected to the water supply device 110 via the substrate 230 and the electric wiring 238. The ground line 238g is commonly used for the detector 232 and the light emitting element 234. When detecting the operation of the user, the detector 232 transmits an operation signal to the water supply device 110 via the signal line 238s. Light emitting element 234 is turned on in response to power supply from water supply device 110 via power supply line 238p, and turned off in response to stop of power supply to water supply device 110.

  The electronic unit 210 is connected to the electric wiring 238 in the internal space 200s of the casing 200. More specifically, the substrate 230 of the electronic unit 210 is connected to the electric wiring 238 in the internal space 200s. The electric wiring 238 is inserted into the opening 220c, and enters the internal space 200s via the opening 220c. Further, the electric wiring 238 enters the internal space of the panel section 12 through the mounting hole 12b, and is connected to the water supply device 110 through the internal space of the panel section 12. As described above, the opening 220c and the mounting hole 12b are used for mounting the casing 200 and also used as an opening for inserting the electric wiring 238.

  The light irradiation unit 212 includes a substantially cylindrical case 212a and a light emitting element 212s (see FIG. 6) provided in the case 212a. The light irradiation unit 212 is held in the internal space 200s of the casing 200 with the opening end of the case 212a exposed on the bottom surface 200c. The light irradiation unit 212 emits light of the light emitting element 212s from the opening end of the case 212a and irradiates the light downward from the bottom surface 200c. That is, in this example, the light irradiation unit 208 is configured by the light irradiation unit 212.

  The light irradiation unit 212 is connected to the water supply device 110 via the electric wiring 212c. The light irradiation unit 212 irradiates light according to the power supply from the water supply device 110 and stops the light irradiation according to the stop of the power supply of the water supply device 110. The electric wiring 212c connected to the light irradiation unit 212 enters the internal space 200s through the opening 220c, for example, like the electric wiring 238.

  The connection unit 214 is provided in the internal space 200s of the casing 200. The connection unit 214 is cylindrical. The connection unit 214 has a first connection part 214a connected to the water discharge unit 202 and a second connection part 214b connected to the water passage member 240. The water passage member 240 is connected to the water supply device 110. As described above, the water discharge unit 202 is connected to the water supply device 110 via the connection unit 214 and the water passage member 240. The water supply device 110 supplies functional water to the water discharge unit 202 via the connection unit 214 and the water passage member 240. Thereby, the functional water supplied from the water supply device 110 is discharged from the water discharge port 202a of the water discharge unit 202. The water passage member 240 has flexibility. The water passage member 240 is, for example, a rubber tube.

  The second connection portion 214b of the connection unit 214 has, for example, a substantially cylindrical shape. The outer diameter of the second connection part 214b is substantially the same as the inner diameter of the water passage member 240 which is a tube having a substantially circular cross section. The connection unit 214 is connected to the water passage member 240 by, for example, inserting the second connection portion 214b into one end of the water passage member 240. A clip 242 is attached to one end of the water passage member 240, for example. Accordingly, it is possible to more appropriately suppress water leakage from a connection portion between the connection unit 214 and the water passage member 240, detachment of the water passage member 240, and the like.

  Below the rear end of the cylindrical portion 220b of the casing 200, a protruding portion 220p protruding upward is provided. The upper end of the protrusion 220p is located, for example, above the lower end of the opening 220c. The protruding portion 220p suppresses the leaked water from flowing down to the panel section 12 side, for example, when water leaks from a connection point between the connection unit 214 and the water passage member 240. The protrusion 220p allows, for example, leaked water to flow to the casing 200 side. The water that has flowed to the casing 200 side is dropped onto the wash basin 20 through, for example, an opening that exposes the light irradiation unit 212. Thereby, even when water leakage occurs, it is possible to prevent the leaked water from flowing into the basin 20 and dripping into the inside of the panel portion 12 or the inside of the support base 30.

  The water discharge unit 202 has a cylindrical main body 202h provided with a water discharge port 202a at the tip. The main body 202h is, for example, substantially cylindrical. The first connection portion 214a of the connection unit 214 is, for example, substantially cylindrical. The inner diameter of the first connection portion 214a is substantially the same as the outer diameter near the rear end of the main body portion 202h of the water discharging unit 202.

  The water discharge unit 202 has a flange portion 202f that extends outward from the tip of the main body portion 202h. A male screw 202n is provided on an outer surface near the rear end of the main body 202h. On the inner surface of the first connection portion 214a of the connection unit 214, a female screw 214n corresponding to the male screw 202n of the water discharging unit 202 is provided. On the bottom surface 200c of the casing 200, a substantially circular opening corresponding to the outer diameter of the main body 202h of the water discharging unit 202 is provided.

  The water discharge unit 202 is connected to the connection unit 214 by inserting the rear end of the main body 202h from the outside of the casing 200 into the internal space 200s and screwing the male screw 202n into the female screw 214n. Thus, the water discharge unit 202 can be attached from outside the casing 200. The casing 200 holds the water discharging unit 202 detachably from the outside of the casing 200. Thus, for example, when the water outlet 202a is clogged, only the water discharge unit 202 can be easily replaced. The method for detachably holding the water discharge unit 202 from the outside of the casing 200 is not limited to the above, and any method capable of detachably attaching the water discharge unit 202 from the outside of the casing 200 may be used.

  In addition, the water discharging unit 202 makes the rear end face of the flange portion 202 f contact the casing 200. Then, the water discharging unit 202 fastens a part of the casing 200 together with the connection unit 214 by screwing the male screw 202n and the female screw 214n. Thereby, the water discharging unit 202 and the connection unit 214 are held by the casing 200.

  The water discharge unit 202 seals the space between the main body 202 h and the casing 200 by bringing the rear end face of the flange 202 f into contact with the casing 200. Accordingly, even when the water discharging unit 202 is attached from outside the casing 200, it is possible to suppress water or the like from entering the casing 200 from a gap between the casing 200 and the water discharging unit 202.

  The main body 202h of the water discharging unit 202 has a concave portion 202b. The concave portion 202b is arranged near the center in the axial direction on the outer surface of the main body 202h. The seal member 244 is fitted into the concave portion 202b. The seal member 244 is a so-called O-ring. The seal member 244 has elasticity, and fills a gap between the water discharge unit 202 and the connection unit 214 when the water discharge unit 202 is connected to the connection unit 214. Thus, for example, the occurrence of water leakage between the water discharge unit 202 and the connection unit 214 can be more appropriately suppressed.

  The water discharge unit 202 is connected to the water passage member 240 via the connection unit 214 in the internal space 200s of the casing 200. The water discharge unit 202 discharges the water supplied through the water passage member 240 from the water discharge port 202a. The water passage member 240 is inserted into the opening 220c and enters the internal space 200s via the opening 220c, similarly to the electric wiring 238. Further, the water passage member 240 enters the internal space of the panel section 12 through the mounting hole 12b, and is connected to the water supply device 110 through the internal space of the panel section 12. Thus, the opening 220c and the mounting hole 12b are also used as openings for inserting the water-passing member 240.

  The seal member 216 seals between the casing 200 and the mounting surface 12a. The sealing member 216 has elasticity, and when the casing 200 is mounted on the mounting surface 12a, the sealing member 216 is elastically deformed by being sandwiched between the casing 200 and the mounting surface 12a. Fill the gaps empty. The seal member 216 is, for example, annular along the outer edge of the rear end of the casing 200. The seal member 216 surrounds the opening 220c of the casing 200, for example. The seal member 216 surrounds the mounting hole 12b when the casing 200 is mounted on the mounting surface 12a, for example. Thereby, the seal member 216 suppresses intrusion of water and the like into the casing 200 from the opening 220c and ingress of water and the like from the mounting hole 12b into the panel portion 12.

FIG. 6 is a block diagram illustrating the water supply device according to the first embodiment.
As shown in FIG. 6, the water supply device 110 includes a strainer 300, an electromagnetic valve 302, a pressure regulating valve 304, a check valve 306, a relief valve 308, a water leak detection unit 310, and a functional water generation unit 312. , A filter 314, and a control unit 320.

  The water supply device 110 is connected to the water supply source WS via a pipe 330, a strainer 332, a water stopcock 334, and the like. Water supply device 110 receives supply of water from water supply source WS. The water supplied from the water supply source WS to the water supply device 110 is, for example, tap water (tap water).

  The water supply device 110 is connected to a power source PS via a power supply line or the like. Water supply device 110 receives supply of electric power from electric power source PS. The power source PS is, for example, a commercial power supply. The water supply device 110 has, for example, a power supply circuit not shown. The power supply circuit converts, for example, the power supplied from the power source PS into power corresponding to the control unit 320 and supplies the converted power to the control unit 320. The control unit 320 operates according to the supply of electric power, and controls the operation of each unit of the water supply device 110.

  The control unit 320 is connected to the electronic unit 210 via the electric wiring 238, and is connected to the light irradiation unit 212 via the electric wiring 212c. The control unit 320 receives the operation signal transmitted from the detector 232, and controls turning on / off of each of the light emitting elements 212s and 234 according to the operation signal. Thus, control unit 320 controls the operation of each unit of water supply device 110 and also controls the operation of each unit of water discharge device 100.

  The strainer 300 filters the water supplied from the water supply source WS, and suppresses impurities and the like from flowing downstream. The electromagnetic valve 302 is an openable / closable electromagnetic valve. The solenoid valve 302 is connected to the control unit 320 and controls water supply based on a command from the control unit 320. By opening the solenoid valve 302, water flows downstream from the solenoid valve 302.

  The pressure regulating valve 304 is provided downstream of the electromagnetic valve 302, and adjusts the pressure in the pipeline to a predetermined pressure range when the supply water pressure is high. Thereby, the flow rate of the functional water discharged from the water discharging device 100 can be made smaller than the flow rate of the water discharged from the faucet unit 14. The check valve 306 is provided downstream of the pressure regulating valve 304, and suppresses the backflow of water upstream of the check valve 306, for example, when the pressure in the pipeline decreases.

  The relief valve 308 is provided between the pressure regulating valve 304 and the check valve 306. When the pressure in the pipeline reaches a set value, the relief valve 308 discharges at least a part of the water flowing in the pipeline out of the pipeline.

  The water leak detection unit 310 detects the discharge of water from the relief valve 308. The water leak detection unit 310 is connected to the control unit 320 and inputs a detection result to the control unit 320. When the water leakage detection unit 310 detects the discharge of water from the relief valve 308, the control unit 320 performs a predetermined operation corresponding to the detection, such as an operation of closing the electromagnetic valve 302, for example.

  The functional water generator 312 is provided downstream of the check valve 306. The functional water generator 312 generates functional water from the water supplied via the check valve 306. By arranging the functional water generator 312 downstream of the check valve 306, for example, the backflow of the generated functional water to the water supply source WS can be suppressed.

The functional water generator 312 has, for example, an electrolytic cell. An anode plate and a cathode plate are provided inside the electrolytic cell. The functional water generation unit 312 is connected to the control unit 320, and electrolyzes tap water and miscellaneous water flowing inside the electrolytic cell based on a signal transmitted from the control unit 320. Here, tap water contains chloride ions. Chloride ions are contained in water sources (for example, groundwater, dam water, and water of rivers) as, for example, salt (NaCl) or calcium chloride (CaCl ₂ ). Therefore, hypochlorous acid is generated by electrolyzing chloride ions. As a result, the water (electrolyzed water) electrolyzed in the functional water generator 312 changes to a liquid containing hypochlorous acid (functional water). Hypochlorous acid functions, for example, as a deodorant component or a bactericidal component. The liquid containing hypochlorous acid can reduce general bacteria and the like.

  Note that the functional water generation unit 312 of the present embodiment is not limited to generating a liquid containing hypochlorous acid. The functional water generated in the functional water generator 312 may be a liquid containing metal ions such as silver ions and copper ions. Alternatively, the functional water generated in the functional water generator 312 may be a liquid containing electrolytic chlorine, ozone, or the like. Alternatively, the functional water generated in the functional water generator 312 may be acidic water or alkaline water. Further, the functional water generator 312 is not limited to an electrolytic cell unit having an electrolytic cell, an anode plate, and a cathode plate.

  The filter 314 is provided downstream of the functional water generator 312. The filter 314 filters the functional water supplied from the functional water generating unit 312, and suppresses impurities contained in the functional water from flowing downstream.

  The water supply device 110 is connected to the water passage member 240 as described above. The functional water that has passed through the filter 314 is supplied to the water discharge unit 202 of the water discharge device 100 via the water passage member 240, the connection unit 214, and the like.

  For example, the control unit 320 opens the electromagnetic valve 302 in response to the input of a control signal from the detector 232, supplies water to the functional water generation unit 312, and operates the functional water generation unit 312, thereby causing the functional water generation unit 312 to operate. The generation unit 312 generates the functional water. Thereby, functional water is supplied from the water supply device 110 to the water discharging device 100 in response to the operation of the operation unit 204 by the user, and the functional water is discharged from the water discharging port 202a of the water discharging unit 202. The control unit 320, for example, causes the water discharge unit 202 to discharge the functional water according to the detection of the detector 232, and then stops the discharge of the functional water according to the elapse of a predetermined time.

  In addition, the control unit 320 turns on the light emitting element 212s by supplying power to the light emitting element 212s of the light irradiation unit 212 according to the input of a control signal from the detector 232, for example. Thereby, the light is irradiated from the light irradiation unit 208 together with the functional water from the water discharge unit 202, and the user can be notified that the water is being discharged.

  For example, when the automatic water discharge function is set to ON, the control unit 320 turns on the light emitting element 234 by supplying power to the light emitting element 234 of the electronic unit 210. As described above, the control unit 320 controls the discharge of the functional water from the water discharge unit 202, and also controls the display to the user on the display unit 206, the irradiation of light from the light irradiation unit 208, and the like.

  As described above, in the water discharging device 100 according to the present embodiment, since the water discharging unit 202 sprays the functional water in the form of a mist, the functional water can be hardly received by a cup or the like. Further, by spraying, the flow rate of the functional water can be reduced, and the functional water can hardly be accumulated in a cup or the like. Furthermore, since at least a part of the water outlet 202a overlaps with either the casing 200 or the water discharge unit 202 in the direction toward the tip 200t of the casing 200, the water outlet 202a can be made difficult to be visually recognized by a user. For example, when viewed from the horizontal direction, the water discharge port 202a can be made difficult to visually recognize. Further, since the water discharge unit 202 is provided at the lower part of the casing 200, even when the water discharge unit 202 is viewed from above, the water discharge port 202a can be made hard to visually recognize. This makes it difficult for a user who is unfamiliar with use to predict the direction in which the functional water is discharged. By spraying the functional water in a direction different from the user's imagination, it is possible to force the user to insert a cup or the like after the spraying starts. For example, if a cup is inserted during the spraying of functional water, unlike a stick-shaped water discharge such as rectification or foam, or a shower water discharge, water drops collide with the edge of the cup to be inserted and splash violently. You can feel uncomfortable and deter the pool. Therefore, even when the functional water is discharged according to the user's operation, accidental ingestion of the functional water can be suppressed.

  In addition, since the casing 200 covers at least a part of the water outlet 202a on the tip 200t side, for example, the water outlet 202a can be made more difficult to visually recognize.

  Further, the casing 200 has a concave portion 200v capable of accommodating at least a part of the water discharge unit 202, and by accommodating the concave portion 200v, covers at least a part of the water discharge port 202a. It can be made more difficult to visually recognize.

  In addition, since the casing 200 accommodates the entire water discharge unit 202 in the concave portion 200v, the water discharge port 202a can be made more difficult to visually recognize.

  Further, by holding the water discharge unit 202 in a state where the casing 200 tilts the central axis of the water discharge port 202a with respect to the vertical direction, for example, the direction in which functional water is discharged to a user who is unfamiliar with use is predicted. Can be difficult. By spraying the functional water in a direction different from the user's imagination, it is possible to force the user to insert a cup or the like after the spraying starts. Also, if the user predicts that the spray direction is right below and inserts a cup in advance, the amount of water that accumulates in the cup is suppressed and at the same time it becomes easy for the user to get in the hand, so the water pool is discouraged. Can be made. Accordingly, it is possible to further suppress the accumulation of water in a cup or the like, and to further suppress accidental ingestion of functional water. In particular, by inclining the center axis of the water outlet 202a in the left-right direction when viewed from the user, it is possible to make the ejection direction more difficult to predict.

  In addition, by further including the light irradiating unit 208 that is a notification unit that notifies the discharge of the functional water, accidental ingestion of the functional water can be further suppressed.

  Moreover, since the casing 200 holds the water discharge unit 202 detachably from the outside of the casing 200, the water discharge unit 202 can be easily attached and detached even after construction. For example, the water discharge unit 202 can be easily replaced. For example, cleaning can be performed by removing the water discharging unit 202. In the water discharge device 100, it is difficult to directly perform maintenance because the water discharge unit 202 is located in a place where it is difficult to see, but the maintainability of the water discharge device 100 can be improved.

  In addition, after the control unit 320 discharges the functional water from the water discharge unit 202 in response to the detection of the detector 232, and stops the discharge of the functional water after a certain period of time, a large amount of functional water Is not discharged, so that the amount accumulated in a cup or the like can be limited. Thereby, the pool of functional water and accidental ingestion can be further suppressed.

  Further, by making the flow rate of functional water discharged from the water discharge device 100 smaller than the flow rate of water discharged from the faucet unit 14, for example, it is recognized that functional water is discharged from the water discharge device 100. For a user who does not have water, it is possible to increase the sense of discomfort with water discharge from the water discharge device 100. For example, the water reservoir from the water discharging device 100 can be deterred. For example, the water pool from the faucet unit 14 side can be promoted, and accidental ingestion of functional water can be further suppressed.

  Further, by providing the faucet unit 14 separately from the water discharge device 100, for example, the water pool from the water discharge device 100 can be more discouraged. For example, the water pool from the faucet unit 14 side can be further promoted, and the accidental ingestion of functional water can be further suppressed.

  In addition, by providing the water discharge device 100 behind the water discharge port 14a of the faucet unit 14, for example, a user who does not recognize that the functional water is discharged from the water discharge device 100 is located on the near side. Use of the faucet unit 14 is encouraged, and accidental ingestion of functional water can be further suppressed.

  Further, by making the operation of the water discharge of the water discharge device 100 different from the operation of the water discharge of the water faucet unit 14, for example, it is possible to suppress an inexperienced user from using the water discharge device 100. it can. For example, an inexperienced user can be encouraged to use the faucet unit 14 side, thereby further suppressing accidental ingestion of functional water. For example, as described above, the faucet operation unit 16 is a general lever handle or a rotary handle, and the operation unit 204 of the water discharging device 100 is a push button. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent an unskilled user from accidentally using the water discharging device 100 to drink water.

  For example, a lock mechanism that prevents the operation unit 204 from being operated may be provided to prevent an unskilled user from using the water discharging device 100 by mistake. For example, a lock mechanism that can switch between a state in which the pressing operation of the operation unit 204 is enabled and a state in which the pressing operation of the operation unit 204 is restricted may be provided.

  Alternatively, a protection function may be provided to prevent the functional water from being discharged even when the operation unit 204 is operated. For example, even when the operation unit 204 is operated, an operation signal is not input from the detector 232 to the control unit 320. Alternatively, even when an operation signal is input from the detector 232 to the control unit 320, the control unit 320 does not drive the electromagnetic valve 302 or the functional water generation unit 312. Thereby, the above protection function can be realized.

  The above embodiment shows an example in which the water spouting device 100 is applied to the vanity stand 2. The water spouting device 100 is not limited to the vanity stand 2, and may be applied to, for example, a hand washer having a faucet unit and a wash bowl.

(Second embodiment)
FIG. 7 is a perspective view illustrating a system kitchen according to the second embodiment.
FIG. 8 is a top view illustrating the system kitchen according to the second embodiment.
As shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, the system kitchen 500 (water discharge system) includes a sink 502, a counter 504, a support base 506, a faucet unit 508, a water discharge device 510, and a support unit 512. Prepare.

  Sink 502 is concave. The sink 502 has a drain port 502a. The drain 502 a is provided at the bottom of the sink 502. The drain port 502a is connected to a drain pipe (not shown), and allows water discharged to the sink 502 to flow through the drain pipe.

  The counter 504 is adjacent to the sink 502. The counter 504 surrounds, for example, the open end of the sink 502. In other words, the sink 502 is a portion that is recessed downward from the upper surface 504a (overflow surface) of the counter 504.

  The support base 506 supports the sink 502 and the counter 504. In this example, the support base 506 is a cabinet capable of storing articles such as cooking utensils. The support 506 does not necessarily have to have a storage function. The support base 506 may have any configuration capable of supporting the sink 502 and the counter 504.

  The faucet unit 508 is provided behind the sink 502. The faucet unit 508 has a spout 508a and a faucet operating unit 508b. The spout 508a has a water outlet 508c. The faucet unit 508 discharges water from the spout 508c of the spout 508a toward the sink 502. The faucet unit 508 performs rod-shaped or shower-shaped water discharge. The faucet operation unit 508b switches, for example, water discharge from the water outlet 508a, and adjusts the flow rate and temperature of water discharged from the water outlet 508a.

  In this example, the faucet operation unit 508b is a lever handle. The faucet operation unit 508b may be a rotary handle or the like. In this example, a faucet unit 508 in which a spout 508a and a faucet operating unit 508b are integrated is shown. The faucet operation unit 508b may be provided around the sink 502 separately from the spout 508a. The faucet unit 508 does not necessarily need to include the faucet operation unit 508b.

  The water discharging device 510 is provided behind the sink 502. The water discharging device 510 has a water discharging port 602a (see FIG. 9B). The water outlet 602a is provided above the upper surface 504a of the counter 504. The water discharging device 510 discharges functional water from the water discharging port 602a toward the sink 502. The water discharge device 510 is connected to the water supply device 110 similarly to the water discharge device 100 of the first embodiment, and discharges the functional water supplied from the water supply device 110 to the sink 502. Thus, in the system kitchen 500 as well, similarly to the vanity table 2 described in the first embodiment, the propagation of bacteria in the drain port 502a and the like can be suppressed, and the sink 502 can be kept clean. In this example, the water supply device 110 is provided, for example, in the support base 506, and is connected to the water discharge device 510 via electric wiring or a water passing member.

  The support portion 512 supports the faucet unit 508 and the water discharge device 510. The water discharge device 510 is provided behind the water discharge port 508a of the faucet unit 508. In addition, the water discharge device 510 arranges the water discharge port 602a above the upper surface 504a of the counter 504 in a state where the water discharge device 510 is supported by the support portion 512.

  In this example, the support portion 512 is a portion provided behind the sink 502 and slightly recessed from the upper surface 504a of the counter 504. The support portion 512 may be substantially flush with the upper surface 504a of the counter 504, for example. In other words, the support unit that supports the faucet unit 508 and the water discharging device 510 may be the counter 504. Also in this example, the faucet unit 508 is supported by the support portion 512 separately from the water discharge device 510. The faucet unit 508 may be integrated with the water discharge device 510.

  As shown in FIG. 8, the support portion 512 movably supports the water discharging device 510. In this example, the support part 512 supports the water discharge device rotatably around the vertical direction. Thus, for example, a user who is accustomed to using the water discharge device 510 can move the water discharge device 510 to a position where it is difficult to use, so that the next unfamiliar user uses the system kitchen 500. The use of 510 can be suppressed.

  For example, from a use position where the water outlet 602a is arranged above the sink 502 (a position indicated by a solid line in FIG. 8), a non-use position where the water outlet 602a is arranged behind the use position (a position indicated by a chain line in FIG. 8). ). Accordingly, it is possible to prevent an unskilled user from using the water discharging device 510 by mistake. For example, use of the faucet unit 508 can be encouraged, and accidental ingestion of functional water can be further suppressed.

  Further, the support portion 512 supports the water discharging device 510 such that the functional water is discharged toward the sink 502 and the functional water does not reach the counter 504 at any position in the movable range MA. Thus, for example, it is possible to suppress accumulation of functional water by placing a cup or the like on the counter 504, and it is possible to further suppress accidental ingestion of functional water.

  The movement of the water discharging device 510 is not limited to rotation, but may be slide movement or the like. The configuration of the support portion 512 may be, for example, any configuration that can movably support the water discharge device 510 between the use position and the non-use position.

FIG. 9A and FIG. 9B are a perspective view and a bottom view illustrating a water discharge device according to the second embodiment.
FIG. 10 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating a part of the water discharge device according to the second embodiment.
FIG. 10 illustrates a cross section taken along line C1-C2 in FIG.
As shown in FIGS. 9A, 9B, and 10, the water discharge device 510 includes a device main body 600, a water discharge unit 602, an operation unit 604, a display unit 606, and a light irradiation unit 608. (Notifying unit), an electronic unit 610, a light irradiation unit 612, and a connection unit 614.

  The device main body 600 is in the shape of a round bar bent in a substantially L-shape. The device main body 600 is a hollow pipe and has an internal space 600s. The device main body 600 accommodates various members of the water discharging device 510 in the internal space 600s.

  The apparatus main body 600 has, for example, a first pipe section 600a and a second pipe section 600b. The first pipe portion 600a extends in a first direction. The first direction is, for example, a vertical direction. The first pipe portion 600a extends in the up-down direction while being supported by the support portion 512. The second pipe 600b extends from one end of the first pipe 600a in a second direction intersecting the first direction. The second pipe portion 600b extends horizontally from one end of the first pipe portion 600a, for example.

  A supported part 600c supported by the support part 512 is provided at an end of the first pipe part 600a opposite to the second pipe part 600b. The support portion 512 rotatably supports the supported portion 600c. The support part 512 rotates the water discharging device 510 around the first pipe part 600a, for example.

  The water discharge unit 602 is provided below the second pipe section 600b of the apparatus main body 600. The water discharge unit 602 has a water discharge port 602a. The water discharge unit 602 discharges the functional water supplied from the water supply device 110 to the sink 502 from the water discharge port 602a.

  The water discharge unit 602 sprays the functional water into the sink 502 in the form of a mist, similarly to the water discharge unit 202 of the first embodiment. Also in this example, the flow rate of the functional water discharged from the water discharge device 510 is smaller than the flow rate of the water discharged from the faucet unit 508.

  The second pipe part 600b has an opening part 600d. The opening 600d is provided below the second pipe 600b, and exposes a part of the internal space 600s downward. The water discharge unit 602 is provided in the internal space 600s, and exposes the water discharge port 602a downward through the opening 600d.

  The operation unit 604 is provided at an end of the second tube 600b opposite to the first tube 600a. In other words, the operation unit 604 is provided at the front end 600t of the apparatus main body 600. In this example, the distal end 600t of the apparatus main body 600 is, for example, a portion that is most separated in the horizontal direction from the supported portion 600c supported by the support portion 512.

  The operation section 604 is attached to the distal end 600t so as to be movable along the axial direction of the second pipe section 600b, and moves to a steady position and a pressing position closer to the second pipe section 600b than the steady position. The operation unit 604 is held at a steady position by an elastic body such as a spring. That is, the operation unit 604 is a push button pressed by the user.

  As in the first embodiment, the water discharge device 510 discharges functional water from the water discharge unit 602 in accordance with the operation of the operation unit 604 by the user. The water discharging device 510, for example, causes the water discharging unit 602 to discharge functional water in response to an operation of the operation unit 604, and then stops discharging the functional water after a certain period of time. Also in this example, the operation of the water discharge of the water discharge device 510 is different from the operation of the water discharge of the faucet unit 508. The shape and operation mode of the operation unit 604 may be any shape and operation mode that can be operated by the user.

  The display unit 606 is provided on a distal end surface 604a of the operation unit 604. The display unit 606 displays the state of the water discharge device 510 to the user, similarly to the display unit 206 of the first embodiment. The display unit 606 displays on / off of the automatic water discharge function to the user by turning on / off light, for example. The display unit 606 is not limited to the operation unit 604, and may be provided on the apparatus main body 600. The position of the display unit 606 may be any position that is easily visible from the user. The display mode of the display unit 606 is not limited to turning on and off the light, but may be any mode that can be displayed to the user.

  The light irradiation section 608 is provided below the second pipe section 600b of the apparatus main body 600 alongside the water discharge unit 602. The light irradiating unit 608, like the light irradiating unit 208 of the first embodiment, is lit when the functional water is discharged from the water discharging unit 602, thereby notifying the user that water is being discharged. .

  The electronic unit 610 includes a substrate 630, a detector 632, a light emitting element 634, and a case 636. The substrate 630 has a mounting surface 630a. The detector 632 and the light emitting element 634 are mounted on the mounting surface 630a. The case 636 holds the substrate 630, the detector 632, and the light emitting element 634.

  The electronic unit 610 is provided in the internal space 600s of the device main body 600. The device main body 600 arranges the electronic unit 610 near the tip 600t, and holds the mounting surface 630a so as to face the operation unit 604. In other words, the apparatus main body 600 causes the detector 632 and the light emitting element 634 to face the operation unit 604.

  The detector 632 detects a user operation for controlling the water stoppage of the water discharge unit 602. In this example, the detector 632 detects a pressing operation of the operation unit 604 by the user. When the operation unit 604 moves from the steady position to the pressing position according to the pressing operation of the user, a part of the operation unit 604 contacts the detector 632. Thereby, the pressing operation of the operation unit 604 by the user is detected by the detector 632.

  The light emitting element 634 faces a light transmission window 604b provided in the operation unit 604. The light emitting element 634 emits light to the outside of the device main body 600 via the light transmission window 604b. Accordingly, display can be performed for the user by turning on / off the light emitting element 634. That is, in this example, the display unit 606 includes the light emitting element 634 and the light transmission window 604b.

  The detector 632 and the light emitting element 634 are electrically connected to the water supply device 110 via electric wiring (not shown), similarly to the electronic unit 610 described in the first embodiment. When detecting the operation of the user, the detector 632 transmits an operation signal to the water supply device 110. Light emitting element 634 is turned on in response to power supply from water supply device 110 and turned off in response to stop of power supply to water supply device 110.

  The light irradiation unit 612 is the same as the light irradiation unit 212 described in the first embodiment. The light irradiation unit 612 is held in the internal space 600s of the apparatus main body 600, and emits light downward through the opening 600e. In this example, the light irradiation unit 612 forms the light irradiation unit 608. The light irradiation unit 612 is connected to the water supply device 110 via electric wiring (not shown), irradiates light in accordance with power supply from the water supply device 110, and emits light in response to stop of power supply of the water supply device 110. Stop irradiation.

  The connection unit 614 is provided in the internal space 600s of the apparatus main body 600. The connection unit 614 has a first connection portion 614 a connected to the water discharge unit 602 and a second connection portion 614 b connected to the water passing member 640. As described in the first embodiment, the first connection portion 614a detachably holds the water discharge unit 602 from the outside of the apparatus main body 600, for example, by screwing a screw.

  The water passage member 640 is connected to the water supply device 110. The connection unit 614 has a flow path (not shown) for connecting the first connection part 614a and the second connection part 614b, and discharges the functional water supplied from the water supply device 110 via the water passage member 640 to the water discharge unit. Send to 602. Thereby, the functional water supplied from the water supply device 110 is discharged from the water discharge port 602a of the water discharge unit 602.

  Also in this example, the water discharge unit 602 is disposed on the back side of the operation unit 604 of the apparatus main body 600. As shown in FIG. 9, the water outlet 602 a overlaps the device main body 600 in a direction toward the tip 600 t of the device main body 600. The water outlet 602a overlaps the apparatus main body 600 when viewed horizontally from the tip 600t side.

  The apparatus main body 600 covers the water discharge port 602a on the tip end 600t side by housing the water discharge unit 602 in the internal space 600s.

  In this example, the apparatus main body 600 houses the entire water discharge unit 602 in the internal space 600s. Therefore, in this example, in the direction toward the tip 600t, the entire water outlet 602a overlaps the apparatus main body 600. As described with respect to the first embodiment, at least a part of the water outlet 602a may not overlap with the apparatus main body 600. A part of the water discharge unit 602 may protrude below the opening 600d.

  As described above, the space capable of accommodating at least a part of the water discharge unit 602 may be the hollow internal space 600s of the apparatus main body 600, or the apparatus main body (casing) as described in the first embodiment. May be a concave portion provided on the outer surface.

  As described above, also in the water discharging device 510 according to the present embodiment, since the water discharging unit 602 sprays the functional water in the form of a mist, the functional water can be hardly received by a cup or the like. Further, by spraying, the flow rate of the functional water can be reduced, and the functional water can hardly be accumulated in a cup or the like. Further, at least a part of the water outlet 602a overlaps with either the device main body 600 or the water discharge unit 602 in a direction toward the front end 600t of the apparatus main body 600, so that it is difficult for the user to visually recognize the water outlet 602a. For example, when viewed from the horizontal direction, it is possible to make it difficult to visually recognize the water outlet 602a. Further, since the water discharge unit 602 is provided at the lower part of the apparatus main body 600, even when the water discharge unit 602 is viewed from above, the water discharge port 602a can be made hard to visually recognize. For example, if a cup is inserted during the spraying of functional water, unlike a stick-shaped water discharge such as rectification or foam, or a shower water discharge, water drops collide with the edge of the cup to be inserted and splash violently. You can feel uncomfortable and deter the pool. Therefore, even when the functional water is discharged according to the user's operation, accidental ingestion of the functional water can be suppressed.

The embodiment of the invention has been described. However, the invention is not limited to these descriptions. With respect to the above-described embodiments, those to which a person skilled in the art has appropriately changed the design are also included in the scope of the present invention as long as they have the features of the present invention. For example, the shapes, dimensions, materials, arrangements, and the like of each element included in the water discharge system 10, the water discharge devices 100 and 510, the system kitchen 500, and the like are not limited to those illustrated, and can be appropriately changed.
In addition, each element included in each of the embodiments described above can be combined as far as technically possible, and a combination of these elements is also included in the scope of the present invention as long as it includes the features of the present invention.

  2 vanity stand, 10 water spouting system, 12 panel, 12a mounting surface, 12f mounting panel, 14,508 faucet unit, 14a faucet, 16 faucet operation part, 20 washbasin, 22 wash bowl, 24 drainage outlet, 26 overflow drainage tool, 30 support base, 31 main body part, 32, 33 door, 100, 510 water discharge device, 110 water supply device, 200 casing, 200a front surface, 200b upper surface, 200c bottom surface, 200d, 200e side surface, 200s internal space, 202 , 602 water discharge unit, 202a, 602a water discharge port, 202f flange part, 202h main body part, 204, 604 operation part, 206, 606 display part, 208, 608 light irradiation part, 210, 610 electronic unit, 212, 612 light irradiation unit , 212 Light emitting element, 214, 614 connecting unit, 216 sealing member, 220 base, 220a plate portion, 220b cylindrical portion, 220c opening, 222 cover, 224 surface sheet, 230, 630 substrate, 230a, 630a mounting surface, 232, 632 detector, 234, 634 light emitting element, 236, 636 case, 238 electric wiring, 240, 640 water passing member, 242 clip, 244 sealing member, 300 strainer, 302 solenoid valve, 304 pressure regulating valve, 306 check valve, 308 Relief valve, 310 leak detector, 312 functional water generator, 314 filter, 320 controller, 330 piping, 332 strainer, 334 stopcock, 500 system kitchen, 502 sink, 504 counter, 506 support, 12 support, 600 apparatus main body, PS power source, WS water supply

Claims (12)

A water spouting device that is used in a state supported by the support portion and discharges functional water that reduces bacteria.
An apparatus body having a supported portion supported by the support portion, extending horizontally from the supported portion, and having a tip most distant in the horizontal direction from the supported portion ,
A water discharge unit provided at a lower part of the apparatus main body and having a water discharge port for spraying the functional water in a mist shape and spraying downward;
A detector for detecting an operation of a user for controlling water discharge of the water discharge unit,
With
The water discharge unit, rather than the tip of the device main body disposed in the supported portion,
At least a portion of the water discharge port, in the direction toward the distal end from the supported portion of the apparatus main body of said horizontal direction, said device the body and heavy Do Ri,
The device main body has a space capable of accommodating at least a part of the water discharge unit, and the water discharge unit is placed in the space in a state where a center axis of the water discharge port is inclined toward the distal end side with respect to a vertical direction. Holding and accommodating in the space, the water outlet is exposed downward, and when viewed in the horizontal direction from the front end side, covers the front end side of at least a part of the water outlet. Water spouting device. The apparatus main body, the water discharge device according to claim 1, characterized in that accommodated in the space the entire of the water discharge unit. The water discharge device according to claim 1 or 2 , further comprising a notification unit that notifies the discharge of the functional water. The water discharging device according to any one of claims 1 to 3 , wherein the device main body detachably holds the water discharging unit from the outside of the device main body. A water discharge device according to any one of claims 1 to 4 ,
A faucet unit for discharging water,
A support portion that supports the water discharge device and the faucet unit,
A water discharge system comprising: The apparatus further includes a control unit that controls discharge of functional water by the water discharge device.
The detector is connected to the control unit,
6. The water discharge according to claim 5 , wherein after discharging the functional water from the water discharge unit in response to the detection of the detector, the control unit stops discharging the functional water according to a lapse of a predetermined time. 7. system. 7. The water discharge system according to claim 5 , wherein a flow rate of the functional water discharged from the water discharge device is smaller than a flow rate of the water discharged from the faucet unit. The water discharge system according to any one of claims 5 to 7 , wherein the faucet unit is supported by the support part separately from the water discharge device. The water discharge system according to claim 8 , wherein the water discharge device is provided behind a water discharge port of the faucet unit. The water discharge system according to any one of claims 5 to 9 , wherein the support unit movably supports the water discharge device. With a concave sink,
A counter adjacent to the sink;
Further comprising
The supporting part has not only a function towards the sink water is discharged, wherein the functional water at any position of the moveable range is characterized by supporting said water discharge device so as not reach the counter Item 10. A water discharge system according to Item 10 . The operation mode for switching the water discharge of the water discharge device is different from the operation mode for switching the water discharge of the faucet unit, The water discharge according to any one of claims 5 to 11 , wherein system.

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