The present disclosure discloses a remote control method for a washing machine, a washing machine and a mobile terminal in wireless connection with the washing machine are used, and the remote control method includes the following steps: a status feedback channel that is between the washing machine and the mobile terminal and that is configured to transmit a working status of the washing machine is established; a control request sent by the mobile terminal is received by the washing machine; and after an activation key disposed on the washing machine is activated, a control channel that is between the washing machine and the mobile terminal and that is configured to transmit a control instruction is established. The remote control method for a washing machine disclosed in the present disclosure, solves the safety problem of the remote control of the washing machine. The control channel that is between the washing machine and the mobile terminal and that is configured to transmit a control instruction can be established only when a person who controls the washing machine in advance pre-ensures that the washing machine is in a safe state or another person ensures that the washing machine is in a safe state, and further triggers the activation key, thereby implementing remote control of the washing machine. The remote control method of the present disclosure improves the running safety of the washing machine.

The present disclosure discloses a remote control method for a washing machine, a washing machine and a mobile terminal in wireless connection with the washing machine are used, and the remote control method includes the following steps: a status feedback channel that is between the washing machine and the mobile terminal and that is configured to transmit a working status of the washing machine is established; a control request sent by the mobile terminal is received by the washing machine; and after an activation key disposed on the washing machine is activated, a control channel that is between the washing machine and the mobile terminal and that is configured to transmit a control instruction is established. The remote control method for a washing machine disclosed in the present disclosure, solves the safety problem of the remote control of the washing machine. The control channel that is between the washing machine and the mobile terminal and that is configured to transmit a control instruction can be established only when a person who controls the washing machine in advance pre-ensures that the washing machine is in a safe state or another person ensures that the washing machine is in a safe state, and further triggers the activation key, thereby implementing remote control of the washing machine. The remote control method of the present disclosure improves the running safety of the washing machine.

A method of applying a touch film to a rigid surface having a compound curvature includes applying a transparent pressure sensitive adhesive to a facing surface of a touch film, placing the facing surface against the rigid surface, and rolling a roller over the touch film with enough pressure to activate the pressure sensitive adhesive and adhere the touch film to the rigid surface. The roller has an exterior layer of low durometer material to conform to the compound curvature of the rigid surface and to minimize damage to components on the touch film.

A washing machine appliance and control panel is provided herein. The washing machine appliance may include a cabinet defining an opening, a basket, a door, a secondary control panel, and a controller. The basket may be mounted within the cabinet and define a wash chamber beneath the opening to receive one or more clothing articles to be washed. The door may be pivotally attached to the cabinet and selectively movable between an open position and a closed position. The secondary control panel may be disposed on the cabinet within a closed footprint of the door. The secondary control panel may be covered beneath the door in the closed position. The controller may be operatively connected to the secondary control panel. The controller may be configured to receive an input signal from the secondary control panel, and initiate an operative step in response to the input signal.

An apparatus comprising: a washing machine, a drying machine disposed on the washing machine, and a control panel. The control panel including a first user interface configured to control the washing machine, a second user interface configured to control the drying machine, a first start/pause button configured to receive an input for starting or pausing an operating of the washing machine, a second user interface configured to receive an input for controlling the drying machine, and a display configured to display operation information of the washing machine and operation information of the drying machine. The apparatus configured to control an operation of the drying machine in response to an input received through the second start/pause button while operation information of the washing machine is displayed on the display.

An apparatus comprising: a washing machine, a drying machine disposed on the washing machine, and a control panel. The control panel including a first user interface configured to control the washing machine, a second user interface configured to control the drying machine, a first start/pause button configured to receive an input for starting or pausing an operating of the washing machine, a second user interface configured to receive an input for controlling the drying machine, and a display configured to display operation information of the washing machine and operation information of the drying machine. The apparatus configured to control an operation of the drying machine in response to an input received through the second start/pause button while operation information of the washing machine is displayed on the display.

Disclosed is a washing machine having a cabinet forming an outer appearance and having an inlet port formed at the front, a tub provided inside the cabinet for storing wash water, a drum provided inside the tub to be rotatable, and a door installed in the cabinet for opening and closing the inlet port. The door is provided with an auxiliary door which can be freely opened and closed during the washing process independently of the door, so that laundry can be added even during the washing process.

Disclosed is a washing machine having a cabinet forming an outer appearance and having an inlet port formed at the front, a tub provided inside the cabinet for storing wash water, a drum provided inside the tub to be rotatable, and a door installed in the cabinet for opening and closing the inlet port. The door is provided with an auxiliary door which can be freely opened and closed during the washing process independently of the door, so that laundry can be added even during the washing process.

Disclosed herein, in certain embodiments, are vacuum-based systems, products, devices, and methods for de-odorizing, disinfecting, or cleaning articles such as clothing, shoes, toys, or dishes. A system or device can comprise a vacuum chamber comprising an housing defining an internal space having an internal pressure and an opening; a vacuum lid adapted to engage with the opening of the vacuum chamber; and a vacuum source connected to the vacuum chamber, wherein operation of the vacuum source reduces the internal pressure of the internal space of the vacuum chamber, wherein the lower internal pressure enhances the vaporization and removal of odors located on one or more articles disposed within the vacuum chamber.

Disclosed herein, in certain embodiments, are vacuum-based systems, products, devices, and methods for de-odorizing, disinfecting, or cleaning articles such as clothing, shoes, toys, or dishes. A system or device can comprise a vacuum chamber comprising an housing defining an internal space having an internal pressure and an opening; a vacuum lid adapted to engage with the opening of the vacuum chamber; and a vacuum source connected to the vacuum chamber, wherein operation of the vacuum source reduces the internal pressure of the internal space of the vacuum chamber, wherein the lower internal pressure enhances the vaporization and removal of odors located on one or more articles disposed within the vacuum chamber.