Cleaning kit

Abstract

A cleaning kit for cleaning an aerosol generating device is disclosed. The cleaning kit of the present disclosure may include: a long, extended rod; a first blade protruding narrowly to one side from one end of the rod; a second blade protruding narrowly to the other side from the other end of the rod; a pin protruding from the end of the first blade; and a blade hole formed by opening the second blade in the longitudinal direction of the rod.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a cleaning kit for cleaning an aerosol generating device. Background Technology

[0002] An aerosol generator is intended to extract specific components from a medium or substance through an aerosol. The medium may contain substances of various components. The substances contained in the medium may be flavor substances of various components. For example, the substances contained in the medium may include nicotine components, herbal components, and / or coffee components. Recently, much research has been conducted on such aerosol generators. Prior art literature

[65535] Republic of Korea Published Patent Application No. 10-2022-0045028 (Date of publication: April 12, 2022) The problem to be solved

[0003] The present disclosure aims to solve the aforementioned problems and other problems.

[0004] Another objective may be to provide a cleaning kit that improves the cleaning performance and convenience of the aerosol generator.

[0005] Another objective may be to provide an aerosol generator capable of cleaning various objects.

[0006] Another objective may be to provide a cleaning kit that can be manufactured in a compact size. means of solving the problem

[0007] According to one aspect of the present disclosure for achieving the above-described purpose, a cleaning kit is provided that may include: a long, extended rod; a first blade protruding inwardly from one end of the rod in a narrowing manner to one side; a second blade protruding inwardly from the other end of the rod in a narrowing manner to the other side; a pin protruding from the end of the first blade; and a blade hole formed by the second blade opening in the longitudinal direction of the rod. Effects of the invention

[0008] According to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, a cleaning kit that improves the cleaning performance and convenience of an aerosol generating device may be provided.

[0009] According to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, an aerosol generating device capable of cleaning various objects may be provided.

[0010] According to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, a cleaning kit that can be manufactured in a compact size may be provided.

[0011] Further scopes of the applicability of the present disclosure will become apparent from the following detailed description. However, since various changes and modifications within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure are clearly understood by those skilled in the art, specific embodiments, such as the detailed description and preferred embodiments of the present disclosure, should be understood as being given merely as examples. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0012] FIGS. 1 to 36 are drawings illustrating examples of an aerosol generating device according to embodiments of the present disclosure. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0013] Hereinafter, embodiments disclosed in this specification will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. Identical or similar components regardless of drawing symbols are given the same reference number, and redundant descriptions thereof will be omitted.

[0014] The suffixes "module" and "part" used for components in the following description are assigned or used interchangeably solely for the ease of drafting the specification, and do not inherently possess distinct meanings or roles.

[0015] In addition, when describing the embodiments disclosed in this specification, if it is determined that a detailed description of related prior art may obscure the essence of the embodiments disclosed in this specification, such detailed description is omitted. Furthermore, the attached drawings are intended only to facilitate understanding of the embodiments disclosed in this specification, and the technical concept disclosed in this specification is not limited by the attached drawings; it should be understood that they include all modifications, equivalents, and substitutions that fall within the concept and technical scope of this disclosure.

[0016] Terms including ordinal numbers, such as first, second, etc., may be used to describe various components, but said components are not limited by said terms. These terms are used solely for the purpose of distinguishing one component from another.

[0017] When it is stated that one component is "connected" or "connected" to another component, it should be understood that while it may be directly connected or connected to that other component, there may also be other components in between. On the other hand, when it is stated that one component is "directly connected" or "directly connected" to another component, it should be understood that there are no other components in between.

[0018] Singular expressions include plural expressions unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0020] Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, the aerosol generating device may include at least one of a battery (10A), a control unit (10B), and a sensor (10C). At least one of the battery (10A), the control unit (10B), and the sensor (10C) may be placed inside the body (10) of the aerosol generating device.

[0021] The body (10) may be provided with pipes (11, 12) that form a first insertion space (14, see FIG. 3). The first insertion space (14) may be formed on the upper part of the body (10). The first insertion space (14) may be open upward. The first insertion space (14) may have a cylindrical shape that extends vertically. The first side wall (11) of the pipes (11, 12) may surround the side of the first insertion space (14). The first flange (12) of the pipes (11, 12) may cover the lower part of the first insertion space (14).

[0022] The extractor (20) may be provided with a second insertion space (24) inside. The second insertion space (24) may be opened to the upper side of the extractor (20). The second insertion space (24) may have a cylindrical shape that extends vertically. The second side wall (21) of the extractor (20) may surround the side of the second insertion space (24). The second flange (22) of the extractor (20) may cover the lower part of the second insertion space (24). A through hole (23) may be formed by opening the center of the second flange (22).

[0023] The extractor (20) can be inserted into the first insertion space (14). When the extractor (20) is inserted into the first insertion space (14), the second insertion space (24) can be placed inside the first insertion space (14). The second insertion space (24) can be opened to the upper side of the body (10). The diameter of the second insertion space (24) may be smaller than the diameter of the first insertion space (14). The first insertion space (14) and the second insertion space (24) may be connected to each other through a through hole (23).

[0024] The heater assembly (30) can be fixed to the body (10). The heater assembly (30) can protrude upward from the first insertion space (14) from the first flange (12). The heater assembly (30) can pass through the through hole (23). The upper part of the heater assembly (30) can be placed within the second insertion space (24) through the through hole (23). The heater assembly (30) can heat the second insertion space (24).

[0025] The heater assembly (30) may include a heater rod (31) and a heater (33). The heater rod (31) may protrude upward from the first flange (12) toward the first insertion space (14). The heater rod (31) may be extended vertically. The body of the heater rod (31) may have a cylindrical shape. The upper end of the heater rod (31) may be formed to be pointed upward.

[0026] The heater (33) can be inserted into the hollow (34) of the heater rod (31). The heater (33) can be fixed inside the heater rod (31). The hollow (34) is open downwards but can be filled by a heater cap (35). The heater mount (15) can be formed by the first flange (12) being recessed downwards. The bottom of the heater rod (31) and the heater cap (35) can be fixed to the heater mount (15).

[0027] The heater (33) may be a resistive heater. When the heater (33) generates heat, the heat can pass through the heater rod (31) to heat the second insertion space (24). The induction coil (13) can generate heat in the heater (33). The induction coil (13) can be wound vertically around the perimeter of the first side wall (11) and can surround the first insertion space (14) and the heater (33). The heater (33) is a susceptor, and the heater (33) can generate heat by a magnetic field generated by an AC current flowing through the induction coil (13). The magnetic field penetrates the heater (33) and can generate eddy currents within the heater (33). The current can generate heat in the heater (33). Alternatively, as not illustrated, the heater (33) can be generated by receiving power directly.

[0028] The upper case (40) can be detachably coupled to the body (10). The upper case (40) can cover the upper part of the body (10) around the first insertion space (14). The extractor (40) is coupled to the upper case (40) and can move integrally with the upper case (40). When the upper case (40) is coupled to the body (10), the extractor (20) is inserted into the first insertion space (14), and the heater assembly (30) can be positioned within the second insertion space (24) by passing through the through hole (23) of the second flange (22).

[0029] The upper case (40) may be provided with an insertion opening (44). The insertion opening (44) may be aligned with the second insertion space (24) at the upper side of the second insertion space (24) of the extractor (40). The insertion opening (44) may have a circular cross-section. A cover (45) may be movably installed on the upper case (40). The cover (45) may open and close the insertion opening (44) and the second insertion space (24).

[0030] The battery (10A) can supply power to enable the components of the aerosol generator to operate. The battery (10A) can supply power to at least one of the control unit (10B), sensor (10C), induction coil (14), and heater rod (30). The battery (10A) can supply power necessary for the display, motor, etc. installed in the aerosol generator to operate.

[0031] The control unit (10B) can control the overall operation of the aerosol generator. The control unit (10B) can control the operation of at least one of the battery (10A), the induction coil (14), and the sensor (10C). The control unit (10B) can control the operation of a display, motor, etc. installed in the aerosol generator. The control unit (10B) can determine whether the aerosol generator is in an operational state by checking the status of each of the components of the aerosol generator.

[0032] The sensor (10C) can sense the temperature of the heater (33). The control unit (10B) can control the temperature of the heater (33) based on the temperature of the heater (33) sensed by the sensor (10C). The control unit (10B) can transmit information about the temperature of the heater (33) sensed by the sensor (10C) to the user through a user interface.

[0033] The stick (S) can be inserted into the second insertion space (24). The stick (S) can be inserted into the second insertion space (24) by passing through the insertion opening (44). The upper side of the stick (S) can be exposed to the upper side of the extractor (20) and the upper case (20). The stick (S) can be supported by the second side wall (21) and the second flange (22) in the second insertion space (24). The heater rod (31) passing through the through hole (34) can be inserted into the lower part of the stick (S) inserted into the second insertion space (24). The stick (S) can be heated by the heater (33) inside the heater rod (31) to generate an aerosol.

[0034] The user can put one end of the stick (S) exposed to the outside into their mouth and inhale air. The air flows into the stick (S) through the through hole (23), accompanied by an aerosol, and can be provided to the user.

[0036] Referring to FIGS. 3 and 4, the cleaning kit may be a tool for cleaning the first insertion space (14) and the second insertion space (24) of an aerosol generating device. The cleaning kit may include a frame (100) and a rod (200). The rod (200) may be extended vertically. The outer surface of the rod (200) may have a shape that is extended in a curved manner in the circumferential direction. The rod (200) may be coupled to the inside of the frame (100). The upper end of the rod (200) may protrude vertically toward the upper side of the frame (100). The lower end of the rod (200) may protrude vertically toward the lower side of the frame (100). The frame (100) may surround the outside of the center of the rod (200) in a transverse direction.

[0037] The cleaning kit may include a first blade (310). The first blade (310) may be fixed to the top of the rod (200). The first blade (310) may include a cylindrical shape. The upper part of the first blade (310) may have a tip shape that gradually narrows as it extends upward from the cylindrical shape. For example, the first direction may be orthogonal to the vertical direction, and the width of the first blade (310) measured in the first direction may narrow as it extends upward. The outer surface of the first blade (310) may be parallel to the outer surface of the rod (200). The first blade (310) may be named an upper blade (310).

[0038] The cleaning kit may include a pin (320). The pin (320) may be inserted and fixed into a cylindrical first blade hole (314, see FIG. 9) formed by opening the center of the first blade (310). The pin (320) may protrude upward from the top of the first blade (310). The pin (320) may include a cylindrical shape. The upper part of the pin (320) may gradually narrow upward from the cylindrical shape.

[0039] The cleaning kit may include a second blade (330). The second blade (330) may be fixed to the lower end of the rod (200). The second blade (330) may have a cylindrical shape. The lower end of the second blade (330) may have a tip shape that gradually narrows as it extends downward from the cylindrical shape. For example, the width of the second blade (330) measured in the first direction may narrow as it extends downward. The second blade hole (334) may be formed by opening the center of the second blade (330). The second blade hole (334) may have a cylindrical shape. The outer surface of the second blade (330) may be parallel to the outer surface of the rod (200). The second blade (330) may be named an upper blade (330).

[0040] The cleaning kit may include a first cap (410). The first cap (410) may be detachably coupled to one side of the frame (100). The first cap (410) may wrap around the top of the rod (200) and the first blade (310). The first cap (410) may be named an upper cap (410).

[0041] The cleaning kit may include a second cap (430). The second cap (430) may be detachably coupled to the other side of the frame (100). The second cap (430) may wrap around the bottom of the rod (200) and the second blade (330). The second cap (430) may be named a lower cap (430).

[0042] The first cap (410) and the second cap (430) may face each other with the frame (100) in between. When the first cap (410) and the second cap (430) are coupled to the frame (100), the outer surface of the frame (100) may be exposed to the outside between the first cap (410) and the second cap (430). When the first cap (410) and the second cap (430) are coupled to the frame (100), the user may separate the first cap (410) or the second cap (430) from the frame (100) while holding the outer surface of the frame (100).

[0044] Referring to FIG. 5, the first cap (410) can be attached to the upper part of the frame (100). The first cap (410) may include a first chamber (414) that is open downward inside. The upper part of the rod (200), the first blade (310), and the pin (320) can be inserted into the first chamber (414) and protected from the outside by the first cap (410).

[0045] The first recess portion (112a) may be formed by recessing the upper outer surface of the frame (100) inward. The first recess portion (112a) may have a shape corresponding to the lower inner surface of the first cap (410). The lower inner surface of the first cap (410) may surround the outer surface of the first recess portion (112a).

[0046] The first coupling projection (115a) may be formed on the top of the frame (100). The first coupling projection (115a) may be formed facing each other on both sides centered on the frame (100). The first coupling projection (115a) may protrude outward from the outer surface of the first recess portion (112a). The first coupling groove (415) may be formed by recessing the lower inner surface of the first cap (410). The first coupling groove (415) may be formed at a position corresponding to the first coupling projection (115a). The first coupling projection (115a) may be inserted into the first coupling groove (415) to connect the first cap (410) and the frame (100). The first coupling projection (115a) and the first coupling groove (415) may be connected in a detachable snap-fit ​​manner.

[0047] The first projection guide (416) may be formed on the lower side of the first coupling groove (415). The first projection guide (416) may be inclined outwardly from the first coupling groove (415) toward the bottom of the first cap (410). The first projection guide (416) may guide the first coupling projection (115a) into the first coupling groove (415).

[0048] The first cap guide (117a) may be formed on the upper part of the frame (100). The first cap guide (117a) may protrude from the first recess portion (112a). The first cap guide (117a) may have a shape that gradually narrows toward the upper side. The first cap guide (117a) may be formed facing each other on both sides centered on the frame (100). The first guide groove (417) may be formed by recessing the lower inner surface of the first cap (410). The first guide groove (417) may be open toward the lower side. The first guide groove (417) may be formed at a position corresponding to the first cap guide (117a). The first cap guide (117a) may be inserted into the first guide groove (417) to align the first cap (410) in the correct position.

[0049] Accordingly, the first cap (410) can be detachably coupled to the frame (100). Additionally, the first cap (410) can be coupled by being positioned in a correct position relative to the frame (100).

[0050] The first pusher (421) can be coupled to the first cap (410). The first pusher (421) can protrude outward from the outer surface of the first cap (410). The second pusher (422), which is coupled with the first pusher (421), can protrude inward from the inner surface of the first cap (410) toward the first chamber (414). The second pusher (422) can be formed with a curved shape corresponding to the outer surface of the rod (200). The first pusher (421) and the second pusher (422) can be formed facing each other on both sides centered on the first cap (410). The second pusher (422) can support the rod (200). The second pusher (422) can slide on the outer surface of the first blade (310) and the outer surface of the rod (200). The first pusher (421) may be named the outer pusher (421). The second pusher (422) may be named the inner pusher (422).

[0052] Referring to FIG. 6, the second cap (430) can be attached to the lower part of the frame (100). The second cap (430) may include a second chamber (434) that is open upward inside. The lower part of the rod (200), the second blade (330), can be inserted into the second chamber (434) and protected from the outside by the second cap (430).

[0053] The second recess portion (112b) may be formed by recessing the lower outer surface of the frame (100) inward. The second recess portion (112b) may have a shape corresponding to the upper inner surface of the second cap (430). The upper inner surface of the second cap (430) may surround the outer surface of the second recess portion (112b).

[0054] The second coupling projection (115b) may be formed on the top of the frame (100). The second coupling projection (115b) may be formed facing each other on both sides centered on the frame (100). The second coupling projection (115b) may protrude outward from the outer surface of the second recess portion (112b). The second coupling groove (435) may be formed by recessing the upper inner surface of the second cap (430). The second coupling groove (435) may be formed at a position corresponding to the second coupling projection (115b). The second coupling projection (115b) may be inserted into the second coupling groove (435) to connect the second cap (430) and the frame (100). The second coupling projection (115b) and the second coupling groove (435) may be connected in a detachable snap-fit ​​manner.

[0055] The second projection guide (436) may be formed on the upper side of the second coupling groove (435). The second projection guide (436) may be inclined outwardly from the second coupling groove (435) toward the top of the second cap (430). The second projection guide (436) may guide the second coupling projection (115b) into the second coupling groove (435).

[0056] The second cap guide (117b) may be formed on the lower part of the frame (100). The second cap guide (117b) may protrude from the second recess (112b). The second cap guide (117b) may have a shape that gradually narrows toward the lower side. The second cap guide (117b) may be formed facing each other on both sides centered on the frame (100). The second guide groove (417) may be formed by recessing the upper inner surface of the second cap (430). The second guide groove (417) may be open toward the upper side. The second guide groove (417) may be formed at a position corresponding to the second cap guide (117b). The second cap guide (117b) may be inserted into the second guide groove (417) to align the second cap (430) in the correct position.

[0057] Accordingly, the second cap (430) can be detachably coupled to the frame (100). Additionally, the second cap (430) can be coupled by being positioned in a correct position relative to the frame (100).

[0059] Referring to FIGS. 7 and 8, the rod (200) may be provided with a first rod (210) and a second rod (220). The first rod (210) and the second rod (220) may be extended vertically. A pair of first rods (210) may be formed facing each other on both sides with the second rod (220) as the center. The second rod (220) may be formed between a pair of first rods (210). The first rod (210) may be spaced apart from the second rod (220) by a predetermined distance. The first rod (210) and the second rod (220) may be parallel to each other. The outer surface of the first rod (210) may be formed convexly outward. The second rod (220) may have a plate shape that is extended vertically.

[0060] The first rod (210) may be spaced apart from the second rod (220) in the thickness direction of the second rod (220). A slit (204) may be formed between the first rod (210) and the second rod (220). The slit (204) may be defined by the first rod (210), the second rod (220), the first connecting part (231), and the second connecting part (241). The slit (204) may be opened in the transverse direction. The slit (204) may be formed as a pair on both sides of the second rod (220). The slit (204) may be extended vertically.

[0061] The upper end of the first rod (210) and the upper end of the second rod (220) may be connected by a first connecting part (231). The first connecting part (231) may be formed in a cylindrical shape. The lower end of the first rod (210) and the lower end of the second rod (220) may be connected by a second connecting part (241).

[0062] The first stopper (211) may protrude outward from the outer surface of the first rod (210). The first stopper (211) may protrude in the thickness direction of the second rod (220). The second stopper (213) may protrude outward from the outer surface of the first rod (210). The second stopper (213) may protrude in the thickness direction of the second rod (220). The first stopper (211) may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance above the second stopper (213). The first stopper (211) and / or the second stopper (213) may be formed on each of a pair of first rods (210). The wing (212) may extend from the first stopper (211) to both sides. The first stopper (211) may protrude further than the wing (212). The wing (212) may have a plate shape.

[0063] The third stopper (221) may protrude from the second rod (220) toward the first rod (210). The third stopper (221) may be formed on the surface of the second rod (220) facing the first rod (210). The third stopper (221) may be formed on both sides of the second rod (210). The third stopper (221) may extend laterally along the surface of the second rod (220). The third stopper (221) may be positioned above the first stopper (211).

[0064] The fourth stopper (223) may protrude from the second rod (220) toward the first rod (210). The fourth stopper (223) may be formed on the surface of the second rod (220) facing the first rod (210). The fourth stopper (223) may be formed on both sides of the second rod (210). The fourth stopper (223) may extend laterally along the surface of the second rod (220). The third stopper (221) may be spaced upward from the fourth stopper (223) by a predetermined distance.

[0065] The reinforcing rod (225) may protrude from the second rod (220) toward the first rod (210) in the thickness direction of the second rod (220). The reinforcing rod (225) may be formed on both sides of the second rod (220). The reinforcing rod (225) may be extended longitudinally or vertically along the surface of the second rod (220). The reinforcing rod (225) may be formed at the center of the second rod (220). The reinforcing rod (225) may be connected to the third stopper (221) and the fourth stopper (223). The third stopper (221) may protrude from the reinforcing rod (225) on both sides. The fourth stopper (223) may extend longitudinally from the reinforcing rod (225) on both sides. The reinforcing rod (225) may reinforce the rigidity of the second rod (220).

[0066] The first rod head (232) may be formed on the upper side of the rod (200). The first rod head (232) may be formed on the upper side of the first connecting part (231). The first rod head (232) may have a cylindrical shape. The outer surface of the first rod head (232) and the outer surface of the first connecting part (231) may be parallel vertically and located on the same plane. The recessed part (233) may be formed by the space between the first rod head (232) and the first connecting part (231) being recessed inward. The recessed part (233) may extend in the circumferential direction of the rod (200).

[0067] The second load head (242) may be formed at the bottom of the load (200). The second load head (242) may be formed on the lower side of the second connecting part (232). The second load head (242) may be formed in a cylindrical shape. A disk (243) may be formed between the second connecting part (241) and the second load head (242). The outer surface of the disk (243) may be in a cylindrical shape extending in the circumferential direction. The outer surface of the disk (243) may protrude further outwardly than the second load head (242).

[0068] The first blade (310) can be fixed to the top of the rod (200). The first blade (310) can be coupled to the first rod head (232). The first blade (310) may have a tip shape that gradually narrows toward the top.

[0069] The first blade (310) may include a first blade body (311) and a first blade chamfer (312). The first blade body (311) may have a circular cross-section. The first blade chamfer (312) may form an inclined surface on the top of the first blade body (311). The first blade chamfer (312) may be formed by cutting the top surface of the first blade body (311) at an angle. The first blade chamfer (312) may be formed as a pair.

[0070] The first blade (310) may include a first blade edge (313). The first blade edge (313) may form an edge at the end of the first blade (310). The first blade chamfer (312) may come into contact with each other at the first blade edge (313). A pair of first blade chamfers (312) may extend downwardly and obliquely from the first blade edge (313) on both sides. The first blade edge (313) may extend laterally. The first blade (310) may be formed of a metal material. The first blade (310) may be inserted into a second insertion space (24) (see FIGS. 26 to 28).

[0071] A pin (320) may protrude upward from the first blade (310). A pin (320) may protrude from the upper center of the first blade (310). A pin (320) may include a pin blade (321). A pin (320) may include a pin tip (322). A pin tip (322) may protrude upward from the top of the pin blade (321). A pin blade (321) may protrude outward from the top of the first blade (310). An irregularity may be formed on the outer surface of the pin blade (321). For example, the outer surface of the pin blade (321) may have a serration shape or a spiral shape. A pin tip (322) may be formed to gradually narrow upward. A pin tip (322) may have a truncated cone shape. The pin (320) may be formed of a metal material. The pin blade (321) and the pin tip (322) may pass through the through hole (23) (see FIGS. 26 to 28).

[0072] The second blade (330) can be fixed to the bottom of the rod (200). The second blade (330) can be coupled to the second rod head (242). The second blade (330) may have a tip shape that gradually narrows toward the bottom.

[0073] The second blade (330) may include a second blade body (331) and a second blade chamfer (332). The second blade body (331) may have a circular cross-section. The second blade chamfer (332) may form an inclined surface at the bottom of the second blade body (331). The second blade chamfer (332) may be formed by cutting the lower surface of the second blade body (331) at an angle. The second blade chamfer (332) may be formed as a pair.

[0074] The second blade (330) may include a second blade edge (333). The second blade edge (333) may form an edge at the end of the second blade (333). The second blade chamfer (332) may come into contact with each other at the second blade edge (333). A pair of second blade chamfers (332) may be formed to be inclined upward on both sides from the second blade edge (333). The second blade edge (333) may extend laterally. The second blade (330) may be formed of a metal material.

[0075] The center of the second blade (330) may be open to form a second blade hole (334). The second blade hole (334) may be formed in a cylindrical shape and may extend upward. The second blade (330) may be inserted into the first insertion space (14), and the heater body (31) may be inserted into the second blade hole (334) (see FIGS. 35 to 37).

[0076] The diameter (D1) or width (D1) of the first blade (310) may differ from the diameter (D2) or width (D2) of the second blade (330). The diameter (D2) of the second blade (330) may be larger than the diameter (D1) of the first blade (310). For example, the diameters (D1, D2) or widths (D1, D2) of the first and second blades (310, 330) may be measured in a second direction, and the second direction may be orthogonal to the up-down direction. The second direction may be orthogonal to the first direction. The diameter of the first insertion space (14) may be larger than the diameter of the second insertion space (24). The first blade (310) may be inserted into the second insertion space (24, see FIG. 1)) to clean the interior of the second insertion space (24). The diameter (D1) of the first blade (310) may be approximately similar to the diameter of the second insertion space (24). The second blade (330) may be inserted into the first insertion space (14, see FIG. 1) to clean the interior of the first insertion space (14). The diameter (D2) of the second blade (330) may be approximately similar to the diameter of the first insertion space (14).

[0077] Each of the pair of first rods (210) can be bent toward the second rod (220). Accordingly, the first rod (210) and the second rod (220) can be brought closer to each other. Accordingly, the width of the slit (204) between the first rod (210) and the second rod (220) can be narrowed. At this time, the first stopper (211), wing (212), and second stopper (213) fixed to the first rod (210) can move toward the second rod (220) together with the first rod (210). The rod (200) can be formed of a material with good rigidity and elasticity. For example, the rod (200) can be formed of plastic.

[0079] Referring to FIG. 9, the first blade (310) may include a first blade fixer (315). The first blade fixer (315) may be formed at the bottom of the first blade (310). The first blade fixer (315) may protrude downward from the first blade body (311). The cross-section of the first blade fixer (315) may have a non-circular shape. For example, the outer surface of the first blade fixer (315) may have a serration shape or an uneven shape that provides friction in the circumferential direction. Alternatively, the cross-section of the first blade fixer (315) may have a cross-sectional shape such as a triangle or a square.

[0080] The first rod head (232) may be provided with a first blade coupling groove (234) that is open upwardly inside. The first blade fixer (315) may be inserted into and fixed in the first blade coupling groove (234). The inner surface (235) of the first rod head (232) may be formed in a shape corresponding to the outer surface of the first blade fixer (315). For example, the inner surface (235) of the first blade fixer (315) and the first rod head (232) may have corresponding serration shapes so that they may interlock in the circumferential direction. The outer surface (235) of the first blade fixer (315) and the first blade coupling groove (234) may interlock with each other to prevent relative movement of the first blade (310) relative to the rod (200) in the circumferential direction.

[0081] The pin (320) may include a pin body (323). The pin body (323) may be extended vertically. The pin body (323) may extend downward from the pin blade (321). The pin (320) may include a pin fixer (325). The pin fixer (325) may be formed on the lower side of the pin body (323). The cross-section of the pin fixer (323) may have a non-circular shape. For example, the outer surface of the pin fixer (323) may have a serration shape or an uneven shape that provides friction in the circumferential direction. Alternatively, the cross-section of the pin fixer (323) may have a cross-sectional shape such as a triangle or a square.

[0082] The first blade (310) may be provided with a first blade hole (314) that is open to the upper side. The outer surface of the first blade hole (314) may have a shape corresponding to the outer surface of the pin fixer (323). For example, the outer surface of the pin fixer (323) and the outer surface of the blade hole (314) may have corresponding serration shapes and may interlock with each other in the circumferential direction. The outer surfaces of the pin fixer (325) and the first blade hole (314) interlock with each other to prevent relative movement of the pin (320) with respect to the rod (200) in the circumferential direction.

[0083] Accordingly, when the cleaning kit is rotated circumferentially (see FIG. 26), the first blade (310) and / or pin (320) is prevented from rotating circumferentially relative to the rod (200) and the first blade (310) and / or pin (320) can be fixed.

[0085] Referring to FIG. 10, the second blade (330) may include a second blade fixer (335). The second blade fixer (335) may be formed on the upper side of the second blade (330). The second blade fixer (335) may protrude upward from the second blade body (331). The cross-section of the second blade fixer (335) may have a non-circular shape. For example, the outer surface of the second blade fixer (335) may have a serration shape or an uneven shape that provides friction in the circumferential direction. Alternatively, the cross-section of the second blade fixer (335) may have a cross-sectional shape such as a triangle or a square.

[0086] The second rod head (242) may be provided with a second blade coupling groove (244) that is open downwardly inside. The second blade fixer (335) may be inserted into and fixed in the second blade coupling groove (244). The inner surface (245) of the second rod head (242) may be formed in a shape corresponding to the outer surface of the second blade fixer (335). For example, the inner surface (245) of the second blade fixer (335) and the second rod head (242) may have corresponding serration shapes so that they may interlock in the circumferential direction. The outer surface (245) of the second blade fixer (335) and the second blade coupling groove (244) may interlock with each other to prevent relative movement of the second blade (330) relative to the rod (200) in the circumferential direction.

[0087] Accordingly, when the cleaning kit is rotated in a circumferential direction (see FIG. 34), the second blade (330) is prevented from rotating in a circumferential direction relative to the rod (200) and the second blade (330) can be fixed.

[0089] Referring to FIGS. 11 and 12, the frame (100) may have a hollow shape in which a rod hole (104) is formed. The inner wall (120) of the frame (100) may surround the perimeter of the rod hole (104). The rod hole (104) may be opened vertically in the frame (100). A rod (200) may pass through the rod hole (104) vertically. A first recess (112a) and a second recess (112b) may be formed in the outer wall (110) of the frame (100). The inner wall (120) of the frame (100) may be formed on the inner side of the frame (100) rather than the outer wall (110). The bridge (130) is positioned between the inner wall (120) and the outer wall (110) of the frame (100) to connect the inner wall (120) and the outer wall (110).

[0090] The inner wall (120) of the frame (120) may include a first inner wall (120a) and a second inner wall (120b). A pair of first inner walls (120a) and a pair of second inner walls (120b) may define a road hole (104). A pair of first inner walls (120a) may face each other on both sides with respect to the road hole (104). A pair of second inner walls (120b) may face each other on both sides with respect to the road hole (104). Both ends of the first inner wall (120a) may be connected to each end of the pair of second inner walls (120b). Both ends of the second inner wall (120b) may be connected to each end of the pair of first inner walls (120a). The first inner wall (120a) and the second inner wall (120b) can be arranged alternately in the circumferential direction.

[0091] The frame (100) may include a first locking portion (121). The first locking portion (121) may be formed on the first inner wall (120a) of the frame (100). The first locking portion (121) may be formed by the upper end of the first inner wall (120a) of the frame (100) being recessed downward. A pair of first locking portions (121) may be formed facing each other on both sides centered on the load hole (104).

[0092] The frame (100) may include a second locking part (123). The second locking part (123) may be formed on the first inner wall (120a) of the frame (100). The second locking part (123) may be formed by the lower end of the first inner wall (120a) of the frame (100) being recessed upward. A pair of second locking parts (123) may be formed facing each other on both sides centered on the rod hole (104). The second locking part (123) may be formed at a position corresponding to the first locking part (121) in the vertical direction. The second locking part (123) may be located below the first locking part (121). The first locking part (121) and the second locking part (123) may be spaced apart by a predetermined distance vertically from each other. The distance between the first locking part (121) and the second locking part (123) may be the same as or similar to the distance between the first stopper (211) and the second stopper (213).

[0093] The frame (100) may include a slide groove (124). The slide groove (124) may be formed by the second inner wall (120b) of the frame (100) being recessed outward from the load hole (104). The slide groove (124) may be extended vertically. The slide groove (124) may be in communication with the load hole (104). A pair of slide grooves (124) may be formed facing each other on both sides of the load hole (104).

[0094] The frame (100) may include a third locking part (125). The third locking part (125) may be formed adjacent to the upper side of the slide groove (124). The third locking part (125) may be formed by bending from the upper end of the second inner wall (120b) toward the load hole (104). The third locking part (125) may protrude toward the load hole (104). The third locking part (125) may be formed on both sides with the slide groove (124) in between. A pair of third locking parts (125) may face each other with the load hole (104) as the center.

[0096] Referring to FIGS. 13 through 15, the rod (200) may be coupled to or supported by the frame (100). The rod (200) may protrude vertically from the frame (100) by passing through the rod hole (104) of the frame (100). A portion of the perimeter of the rod (200) may be surrounded by the inner wall (120) of the frame (100). The rod (200) may be supported by the inner wall (120) of the frame (100). A first cap (410) and / or a second cap (430) may be coupled to the frame (100). The upper end (410) of the rod (200) may be placed inside the first cap (410). The lower end of the rod (200) may be placed inside the second cap (430).

[0097] The edge of the second rod (220) can be inserted into the slide groove (124). The edge of the second rod (220) can be supported by the second inner wall (120b) of the frame (100) in the slide groove (124). Both edges of the second rod (220) and the slide groove (124) can be extended vertically or longitudinally.

[0098] The load (200) may be positioned at a first position relative to the frame (100). The first position may be a state in which the load (200) has not moved from the frame (100).

[0099] Referring to FIG. 13, the outer surface of the first rod (210) may be supported by the inner surface of the first inner wall (120a) of the frame (100). The first stopper (211) may be supported by the second catch (123). The first stopper (211) may be positioned below the second catch (123). The wing (212, see FIG. 7) may be supported by the inner surface of the first inner wall (120a).

[0100] Referring to FIGS. 14 and 15, both ends of the third stopper (221) may be supported by the third locking portions (125) on both sides. The third stopper (221) may be positioned above the third locking portions (125). The third locking portions (125) may support both sides of the rod (200). Both ends of the fourth stopper (223) may be supported by the inner surface of the second inner wall (120b) of the frame (100).

[0101] Accordingly, the frame (100) supports the lower side of the third stopper (221) and the upper side of the first stopper (211), thereby fixing the rod (200) in the longitudinal direction relative to the frame (100). Additionally, the frame (100) surrounds and supports the rod (200), thereby fixing the rod (200) in the transverse direction relative to the frame (100).

[0103] Referring to FIGS. 16 and 17, the first cap (410) may have a side wall (411) and a top wall (412). The perimeter of the first chamber (414) may be surrounded by the side wall (411) of the first cap (410). The top of the first chamber (414) may be covered by the top wall (412) of the first cap (410). The bottom of the first chamber (414) may be open.

[0104] The pusher hole (4114) can be formed by opening the side wall (411) of the first cap (410). The pusher hole (4114) can be connected to the first chamber (414). A pair of pusher holes (4114) can face each other with the first chamber (414) as the center.

[0105] The positioning portion (413) may protrude downward toward the first chamber (414) from the inner surface of the upper wall (412) of the first cap (410). The positioning portion (413) may be positioned near the center of the upper wall (412). A pair of positioning portions (413) may be opposite from the center. The positioning portion (413) may be aligned vertically with the position of the first blade (310). The lower surface of the positioning portion (413) may be recessed upward. The lower surface of the positioning portion (413) may include a shape corresponding to the upper surface of the first blade (310). The lower surface of the positioning portion (413) may be tilted to correspond to the upper end of the first blade (310).

[0106] The pusher assembly (420) may be equipped with a first pusher (421) and a second pusher (422). The pusher assembly (420) may be equipped with a first pusher bar (425). The pusher assembly (420) may be equipped with a second pusher bar (426).

[0107] A pair of first pushers (425) can be extended vertically. A pair of first pushers (425) can be spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance and arranged side by side. A second pusher (426) can be positioned between a pair of first pushers (425). The second pusher (426) can connect the upper ends of a pair of first pushers (425). The second pusher (426) can be extended horizontally. A first pusher (425) can be extended downward from the end of a second pusher (426).

[0108] The first pusher (421) may be adjacent to the bottom of the first pusher bar (425). The first pusher (421) may protrude from the outer surface of the first pusher bar (425) to the outside of the pusher assembly (420).

[0109] The second pusher (422) may be positioned at a location corresponding to the first pusher (421). The first pusher (422) may be adjacent to the bottom of the first pusher bar (425). The first pusher bar (425) may be positioned between the first pusher (421) and the second pusher (422). The second pusher (422) may be positioned opposite the first pusher (422) with the first pusher bar (425) as the center. The second pusher (422) may be adjacent to the end of the first pusher bar (425). The second pusher (422) may protrude from the inner surface of the first pusher bar (425) into the inner side of the pusher assembly (420). The inner surface of the second pusher (422) may be formed with a curve. The inner surface of the second pusher (422) may be concavely recessed. The inner surface of the second pusher (422) can correspond to the curved outer surface of the first rod (210). The inner surface of the second pusher (422) can wrap around and closely adhere to one side of the outer surface of the first rod (210).

[0110] The rib (423) may protrude inward from the inner surface of the first pusher bar (425). The rib (423) may be positioned at a location corresponding to the first pusher (421). The rib (423) may extend from the inner surface of the first pusher bar (425) to the second pusher (422). The rib (423) may support the second pusher (422). The rib (423) may reinforce the rigidity of the second pusher (422). The rib (423) may be formed at an angle so that its width gradually narrows toward the top.

[0111] The slot (424) can be formed by opening the second pusher bar (426). The slot (424) can be formed long in the longitudinal direction of the second pusher bar (426). The slot (424) can be formed at a position corresponding to the positioning part (413).

[0112] The pusher assembly (420) can be inserted into the first chamber (414) which is inside the first cap (410). The first pusher (421) can pass through the pusher hole (4114) and protrude to the outside of the first cap (410). The second pusher (422) can protrude into the first chamber (414). The positioning part (413) can pass through the slot (424) and protrude to the lower part of the slot (424).

[0113] The pusher assembly (420) can be supported by the first cap (410). The outer surface of the first pusher bar (425) can be supported by the inner surface of the side wall (411) of the first cap (410). The first pusher bar (425) can extend along the side wall (411) of the first cap (410) to the upper wall (412) of the first cap (410). The upper surface of the second pusher bar (426) can be supported by the lower surface of the upper wall (412) of the first cap (410). The second pusher bar (426) can be fixed to the first cap (410).

[0114] The pusher assembly (420) can be formed from a material with good elasticity and rigidity. For example, the pusher assembly (420) can be formed from plastic. The pusher assembly (420) can have a restoring force. The first pusher (421) can move laterally in the pusher hole (4114). When the first pusher (421) is pressed toward the inside of the first cap (410), the first pusher bar (425) can be tilted toward the inside of the first cap (410) around the second pusher bar (426). The first pusher (421) and the second pusher (422) can move toward the inside of the first cap (410) together with the first pusher bar (425). The gap between a pair of second pushers (422) can be narrowed. If the first pusher (421) is not pressed, the first pusher bar (425) is tilted outward from the first cap (410) around the second pusher bar (426), thereby restoring the first pusher (421) and the second pusher (422) to their original positions.

[0116] Referring to FIGS. 18 through 22, a rod (200) can be movably coupled to a frame (100). The rod (200) can move along the longitudinal direction of the rod (200) relative to the frame (100). The rod (200) is extended vertically and can move vertically relative to the frame (100). The rod (200) can move upward relative to the frame (100) from a first position (see FIG. 18) to a second position (see FIG. 21 and FIG. 22). The method of coupling the rod (200) to the frame (100) so that it can move along the longitudinal direction of the rod (200) relative to the frame (100) can be varied, and the following description is merely one embodiment, and the method of moving the rod (200) is not limited thereto.

[0117] In the first position, the first stopper (211) is supported by the second locking part (123) so that the rod (200) can be fixed. In the second position, the first stopper (211) is supported by the first locking part (121), and the second stopper (213) is supported by the second locking part (123) so that the rod (200) can be fixed. Accordingly, the first blade (310) and the pin (320) can be made usable.

[0118] The height (H2) from the bottom of the second insertion space (24) to the insertion opening (44) may be higher than the height (H1) of the first insertion space (14) (see FIG. 2). Accordingly, the cleaning kit can be modified so that the second insertion space (24) can be cleaned by moving the rod (200) to a second position so that the upper part of the rod (200) protrudes further upward from the frame (100), and the cleaning kit can also be manufactured in a compact size.

[0119] Referring to FIGS. 18 and 19, when the first pusher (421) is pressed, the first pusher bar (425) is tilted inward toward the first cap (410) around the second pusher bar (426), and the first pusher (421) and the second pusher (422) can be moved inward toward the first cap (410).

[0120] Accordingly, each of the pair of second pushers (422) can press each of the pair of first rods (210) toward the second rod (220). The pair of first rods (210) can be bent in the thickness direction of the first rod (210) toward the second rod (220) with the first connecting part (231) and the second connecting part (241) as axes. The first rod (210) can be bent inwardly in a concave shape. The width of the slit (204) can be narrowed.

[0121] The first stopper (211) can move toward the second rod (220) together with the first rod (210). The width between a pair of first rods (210) can be narrowed. The width between a pair of first stoppers (211) can be narrowed.

[0122] The first stopper (211) can be moved inward beyond the second catch (123) and the first inner wall (120a) of the frame (100). The first stopper (211) can be in a state where it is not caught by the second catch (123).

[0123] Accordingly, the first cap (410) can be separated upward from the frame (100), and at the same time, the rod (200) can be picked up through the pusher assembly (420) and the rod (200) at the first position can be moved upward. The first coupling projection (115a) can be disengaged from the first coupling groove (415). The first stopper (211) is supported on the inner side of the first inner wall (120a) and can slide upward.

[0124] Referring to FIGS. 19 and 20, when the first cap (410) is moved upward while reducing the force pressing the first pusher (421), the first cap (410) can move upward relative to the rod (200). At this time, the second pusher (422) supports the first rod (210) and slides upward along the first rod (210), so that the first cap (410) can be moved while aligning with the rod (200). When the first cap (410) is moved upward while reducing the force pressing the first pusher (421), the second pusher (422) can move and then be inserted into and caught in the recess (233).

[0125] Referring to FIGS. 20 and 21, when the second pusher (422) is inserted into and caught in the recess (233), the pusher assembly (420) may not be subjected to resistance from the restoring force of the first rod (210). Accordingly, the rod (200) can be moved upward relative to the frame (100) with the force pressing the first pusher (421) reduced relatively. Of course, as another example, the rod (200) can be moved upward with the first pusher (421) pressed with the same force so that the second pusher (422) is not inserted into the recess (233).

[0126] When the rod (200) moves a predetermined distance to a second position, the first rod (210) that was bent can be restored to a state parallel to the second rod (220). The first stopper (211) can be caught on the first catch (121). The second stopper (213) can be caught on the second catch (123). The outer surface of the first rod (210) between the first stopper (211) and the second stopper (213) can be supported by the first inner surface (120a) of the frame (100).

[0127] Accordingly, at the second position, the load (200) can be fixed in position relative to the frame (100).

[0128] Referring to FIGS. 21 and 22, if the first pusher (421) is not pressed, the second pusher (422) inserted into the recess (233) can be disengaged from the recess (233). Accordingly, with the rod (200) in a second position, the first cap (410) can be separated from the rod (200), and the first blade (310) and pin (320) can be exposed to the outside.

[0130] Referring to FIGS. 14 and 23, when the rod (200) moves from a first position to a second position, the second rod (220) can slide upward in the slide groove (124). The third stopper (221) can be disengaged upward from the third catch (125). As the rod (200) moves, the second rod (220) can be supported by the second inner wall (120b) and the third catch (125) of the frame (100). Accordingly, the rod (200) can be moved stably. In the second position, the disk (123243) can be supported by being caught on the bottom of the inner surface (120) of the frame (100). Accordingly, the upward movement of the rod (200) can be restricted.

[0132] Referring to FIGS. 15 and 24, the fourth stopper (223) can be supported by the second inner wall (120b) of the frame (100). When the rod (200) moves from the first position to the second position, the fourth stopper (223) can be supported by the second inner wall (120b) of the frame (100) and slide upward. Accordingly, the rod (200) can be moved stably.

[0133] In the first position, the third stopper (221) can be supported by the upper part of the third catch (125). In the second position, the third stopper (221) is disengaged from the third catch (125), and the fourth stopper (223) can be supported by being caught by the lower part of the third catch (125). Accordingly, the upward movement of the rod (200) can be restricted.

[0135] Referring to FIG. 25, with the first cap (410) separated from the frame (100), the rod (200), the first blade (310), and the pin (320) located at the second position can be inserted into the second insertion space (24) of the extractor (20).

[0136] The length from the top of the frame (100) to the end of the first blade (310) may be equal to or greater than the height (H2, see FIG. 2) from the bottom of the second insertion space (24) to the insertion opening (44). With the first blade (310) and the upper part of the rod (200) inserted into the second insertion space (24), the top of the frame (100) may be spaced apart from the upper case (40). The end of the first blade (310) may come into contact with the second flange (22) of the extractor (20). A pin (320) may be inserted into the through hole (23). The outer surface of the rod (200) and the second insertion space (24) may have corresponding cylindrical shapes. The through hole (23) may have a circular cross-section.

[0137] Accordingly, the user can hold the frame (100) and / or the second cap (430) and rotate the cleaning kit in a circumferential direction to rotate the first blade (310) and pin (320) within the second insertion space (24) and clean the extractor (20).

[0139] Referring to FIGS. 26 to 28, when an aerosol generating device is used and a stick (S, see FIG. 2) is removed from the second insertion space (24) of the extractor (20), residual aerosol (a1, a2, a3) or residual material (a1, a2, a3) leaked from the stick (S) may accumulate inside the extractor (20). These residual materials (a1, a2, a3) may become difficult to detach from the extractor (20) as they cool while adhering to the extractor (20) at a high temperature and harden into a solid.

[0140] The first blade (310) can be inserted into the second insertion space (24) and moved toward the second flange (22). The first blade edge (313) can come into contact with the second flange (22). The pin (320) can pass through the through hole (23). The first blade (310) and the pin (320) can remove residues (a1, a2, a3) attached to the extractor (20). The first blade (310) and the pin (320) can be formed of a metal with higher rigidity than the residues (a1, a2, a3) in a solid state.

[0141] When the pin (320) penetrates the through hole (23), the first residue (a1) attached to the area around the through hole (23) can be removed. At this time, the remaining first residue (a1) can be removed by the pin blade (321) rotating circumferentially within the through hole (23) to scrape off the remaining first residue (a1). The maximum diameter (D3) of the pin blade (321) may be the same as or similar to the diameter (D4) of the through hole (23). The pin tip (322) is formed with a beveled shape in a chamfered manner so that even if the first residue (a1) narrows the diameter (D4) of the through hole (23), the first residue (a1) can be easily removed by penetrating the through hole (23).

[0142] The first blade (310) moves toward the second flange (22) and can collide with the second residue (a2) and third residue (a3) ​​adhering to the upper surface of the second flange (22). The first blade edge (313) can collide with the second residue (a2) and third residue (a3) ​​to break down the second residue (a2) and third residue (a3). The second residue (a2) and third residue (a3) ​​can be broken down into smaller pieces by repeating the above process. The first blade (310), located within the second insertion space (24), can rotate circumferentially while adjacent to or in contact with the second flange (22) to scrape out and break down the unbroken second residue (a2) and third residue (a3). Accordingly, the second residue (a2) and the third residue (a3) ​​can be easily removed.

[0144] Referring to FIGS. 29 to 32, the first cap (410) is reattached to the frame (100) and the rod (200) is pushed to a first position, and the second cap (430) can be detached from the frame (100). Accordingly, the second blade (330) can be made usable.

[0145] Referring to FIGS. 29 and FIGS. 30, with the rod (200) in a second position, the first blade (310) and pin (320) can be inserted into the first chamber (414) inside the first cap (410). At this time, the lower surface of the positioning part (413) can come into contact with the first blade chamfer (312, see FIG. 23). The lower surface of the positioning part (413) may have an incline that corresponds approximately to a pair of first blade chamfers (312). The lower surface of the positioning part (413) can come into contact with the first blade chamfer (312) to guide the position of the positioning part (413) to be aligned with the first blade chamfer (312).

[0146] Accordingly, the first cap (410) can be aligned in a fixed position with respect to the frame (100). At this time, each of the pair of second pushers (422) can be in contact with each of the outer surfaces of the pair of first rods (210). Also, the positions of the first coupling projection (115a) and the first coupling groove (415) can be aligned in the vertical direction. Additionally, the positions of the first cap guide (117a) and the first guide groove (417) can be aligned in the vertical direction.

[0147] Referring to FIGS. 30 and 31, when the first cap (410) is aligned in a fixed position with respect to the frame (100), the first pusher (421) can be pressed into the first cap (410). When the first pusher (421) is pressed, the first pusher bar (425) is tilted into the inside of the first cap (410) around the second pusher bar (426), and the first pusher (421) and the second pusher (422) can be moved into the inside of the first cap (410).

[0148] Accordingly, each of the pair of second pushers (422) can press each of the pair of first rods (210) toward the second rod (220). The pair of first rods (210) can be bent in the thickness direction of the first rod (210) toward the second rod (220) with the first connecting part (231) and the second connecting part (241) as the center. The first rod (210) can be bent inwardly in a concave shape. The width of the slit (204) can be narrowed.

[0149] The first stopper (211) can move toward the second rod (220) together with the first rod (210). The width between a pair of first rods (210) can be narrowed. The width between a pair of first stoppers (211) can be narrowed.

[0150] The first stopper (211) can be moved inward beyond the first locking part (121) and the first inner wall (120a) of the frame (100). The first stopper (211) can be in a state where it is not caught by the first locking part (121).

[0151] Accordingly, the first cap (410) can be pushed downward, allowing the rod (200) in the second position to be moved downward. The first stopper (211) is supported on the inner side of the first inner wall (120a) and can be slid downward.

[0152] Referring to FIGS. 31 and 32, the first cap (410) can be pushed downward to move the rod (200) to a first position and the first cap (410) can be attached to the frame (100). If the first pusher (421) is not pressed, the first stopper (211) can be supported by being caught on the second catch (123). The first stopper (211) can be supported by the second catch (123) to restrict the upward movement of the rod (200). The third stopper (221, see FIG. 14) can be supported by being caught on the third catch (125). The third stopper (221) can be supported by the third catch (125) to restrict the downward movement of the rod (200). The first stopper (211) and the third stopper (221) are supported by the frame (200) so that the rod (200) can be fixed to the frame (100).

[0153] When the rod (200) is in the first position, the second cap (430) is separated from the frame (100), so that the second blade (330) can be exposed to the outside. The bottom of the rod (200) and the second blade (330) can protrude longly toward the lower side of the frame (100).

[0155] Referring to FIG. 33, with the second cap (430) separated from the frame (100), the rod (200) and the second blade (330) located at the first position can be inserted into the first insertion space (14).

[0156] The length from the bottom of the frame (100) to the end of the second blade (330) may be equal to or greater than the height (H1, see FIG. 2) of the first insertion space (14). With the lower part of the second blade (330) and the rod (200) inserted into the first insertion space (14), the bottom of the frame (100) may be spaced apart from the body (100).

[0157] Accordingly, the user can hold the frame (100) and / or the first cap (410) and rotate the cleaning kit in a circumferential direction to rotate the second blade (330) within the first insertion space (14) and clean the interior of the first insertion space (14).

[0159] Referring to FIGS. 34 to 36, when an aerosol generating device is used and the stick (S, see FIG. 2) is removed from the second insertion space (24), the residue of the aerosol (a4, a5, a6) or the residue leaked from the stick (S) (a4, a5, a6) may accumulate inside the first insertion space (14). These residues (a4, a5, a6) may become hard and solidify as they cool while adhering to the outer surface of the pipes (11, 12) and the heater assembly (30) while at a high temperature, making it difficult to detach them from the pipes (11, 12) or the heater assembly (30).

[0160] The second blade (330) can be inserted into the first insertion space (14) and moved toward the first flange (12). The second blade edge (333) can come into contact with the first flange (12). The heater assembly (30) can be inserted into the second blade hole (334). The outer surface of the heater assembly (30) and the outer surface of the second blade hole (334) (the inner surface of the second blade (330)) may have corresponding shapes. The second blade (330) can remove residue (a4, a5, a6) adhering to the pipes (11, 12) and the heater assembly (30). The second blade (330) may be formed of a metal with higher rigidity than the residue (a4, a5, a6) in a solid state.

[0161] When the heater assembly (30) is inserted into the second blade hole (334), the inner surface of the second blade (330) can scrape off the fourth residue (a4) attached to the outer surface of the heater assembly (30) to remove the fourth residue (a4). The diameter (D5) of the second blade hole (334) may be the same as or similar to the diameter (D6) of the heater assembly (30). At this time, in order to remove the remaining fourth residue (a4) by rotating the cleaning kit, the inner surface of the second blade (330) may have an uneven shape, such as a serration shape.

[0162] The second blade (330) moves toward the first flange (12) and can collide with the fifth residue (a5) and the sixth residue (a6) adhering to the upper surface of the first flange (12). The second blade edge (333) can collide with the fifth residue (a5) and the sixth residue (a6) to break down the fifth residue (a5) and the sixth residue (a6). The fifth residue (a5) and the sixth residue (a6) can be broken down into smaller pieces by repeating the above process. The second blade (330), located within the first insertion space (14), can rotate circumferentially while adjacent to or in contact with the first flange (12) to scrape out and break down the fifth residue (a5) and the sixth residue (a6) that have not been broken down. Accordingly, the fifth residue (a5) and the sixth residue (a6) can be easily removed.

[0163] The outer surface of the disk (243) may come into contact with the inner surface of the first side wall (11) of the pipe (11, 12). The outer surface of the second blade (330) may be spaced inward from the inner surface of the first side wall (11).

[0164] Accordingly, the contact resistance of the second blade (330) is reduced, allowing it to rotate easily. Additionally, damage to the pipes (11, 12) or the second blade (330) can be reduced.

[0166] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 36, a cleaning kit according to one aspect of the present disclosure may include: a long, extended rod; a first blade protruding narrowly to one side from one end of the rod; a second blade protruding narrowly to the other side from the other end of the rod; a pin protruding from the end of the first blade; and a blade hole formed by opening the second blade in the longitudinal direction of the rod.

[0167] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the width (D1) of the first blade may be smaller than the width (D2) of the second blade.

[0168] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the first blade may include a first blade edge forming an edge at the end of the first blade; and a pair of first blade chamfers inclined to both sides from the first blade edge.

[0169] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the second blade may include a second blade edge forming an edge at the end of the second blade; and a pair of second blade chamfers inclined to both sides from the second blade edge.

[0170] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pin may include a pin blade that protrudes from the center of the end of the first blade and includes an outer surface having an uneven shape.

[0171] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the outer surface of the pin blade may have a serration shape.

[0172] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pin may include a protruding pin tip formed at the end and having a slope to gradually narrow.

[0173] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the blade hole may have a cylindrical shape.

[0174] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the first blade and the second blade are coupled to engage circumferentially with the rod, so that rotation in the circumferential direction with respect to the rod may be restricted.

[0175] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pin is inserted into the inner side of the first blade and coupled to engage circumferentially with the first blade, so that rotation in the circumferential direction with respect to the first blade may be restricted.

[0176] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the cleaning kit may further include a frame to which the rod is coupled so as to protrude on both sides.

[0177] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the rod may be coupled to the frame so as to be movable along the longitudinal direction of the rod with respect to the frame.

[0178] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the rod may be fixed to the frame at a first position and may be fixed to the frame at a second position that is moved upward relative to the frame from the first position.

[0179] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the rod may include: a first stopper supported on the frame at the first position to restrict upward movement of the rod; and a second stopper spaced apart from the first stopper in the longitudinal direction of the rod and supported on the frame at the second position to restrict upward movement of the rod.

[0180] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, if the second stopper is supported by the frame at the second position to restrict the upward movement of the rod, the first stopper is supported by the frame to restrict the downward movement of the rod and can fix the rod to the frame.

[0181] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the rod may include a third stopper that is supported by the frame and limits the downward movement of the rod and fixes the rod to the frame, when the first stopper is supported by the frame at the first position and limits the upward movement of the rod.

[0182] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the rod comprises a pair of first rods that are elongated and spaced apart from each other, wherein the first rod has the first stopper and the second stopper protruding outwardly from the rod, and the first rod is bent in the thickness direction of the first rod so as to narrow the gap between the pair of first rods, thereby releasing the support state by the frame of the first stopper or the second stopper.

[0184] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 36, a cleaning kit according to one aspect of the present disclosure comprises: a frame; a rod that extends and protrudes from the frame; a blade coupled to one end of the rod protruding from the frame; a cap detachably coupled to the frame and covering one side of the rod and the blade; and a pair of pushers that protrude from the cap toward the rod and are opposed to the rod, wherein the rod is movable along the longitudinal direction of the rod relative to the frame, and the pushers can move toward the rod to press both sides of the rod and move the rod.

[0185] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the rod may be fixed to the frame at a first position and may be fixed to the frame at a second position that is moved upward relative to the frame from the first position.

[0186] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the rod may include: a first stopper supported on the frame at the first position to restrict upward movement of the rod; and a second stopper spaced apart from the first stopper in the longitudinal direction of the rod and supported on the frame at the second position to restrict upward movement of the rod.

[0187] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the rod comprises a pair of first rods that are elongated and spaced apart from each other, wherein the first rod has the first stopper and the second stopper protruding outwardly from the rod, and the first rod is bent in the thickness direction of the first rod so as to narrow the gap between the pair of first rods, thereby releasing the support state by the frame of the first stopper or the second stopper.

[0188] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, each of the pair of pushers can press each of the pair of first rods to bend the first rods in the thickness direction.

[0189] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, if the second stopper is supported by the frame at the second position to restrict the upward movement of the rod, the first stopper is supported by the frame to restrict the downward movement of the rod and can fix the rod to the frame.

[0190] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the rod may include a third stopper that is supported by the frame and limits the downward movement of the rod and fixes the rod to the frame, when the first stopper is supported by the frame at the first position and limits the upward movement of the rod.

[0191] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pusher may include a first pusher protruding from the inside of the cap through the cap to the outside of the cap; and a second pusher interlocked with the first pusher and protruding to the inside of the cap.

[0192] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the cleaning kit may further include a rib that supports the second pusher along the longitudinal direction of the rod.

[0193] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the area around the end of the rod may be formed by a depression and may include a depression into which the pusher is inserted and caught.

[0194] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the pusher may have a restoring force to the outside of the cap.

[0195] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the cap can support the blade along the length of the rod.

[0196] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the blade comprises a blade edge forming an edge at the end of the blade; and a pair of blade chamfers inclined at both sides from the blade edge, and the cap may comprise a positioning portion that supports the blade chamfers and has an inclination corresponding to the blade chamfers to align the position of the cap with respect to the rod.

[0197] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, the rod may protrude from both sides of the frame, and the blade may include a first blade coupled to one end of the rod and a second blade coupled to the other end of the rod, and the cap may include a first cap detachably coupled to one side of the frame, surrounding the first blade and having the pusher; and a second cap detachably coupled to the other side of the frame and surrounding the second blade.

[0199] Certain embodiments or other embodiments of the disclosure described above are not mutually exclusive or distinct from each other. Any or all elements of the embodiments of the disclosure described above may be combined with another or combined with each other in configuration or function.

[0200] For example, this means that configuration A described in a specific embodiment and / or drawing and configuration B described in another embodiment and / or drawing may be combined. In other words, even if the combination between the configurations is not directly described, it means that the combination is possible except in the case where it is described as impossible.

[0201] The foregoing detailed description should not be interpreted restrictively in all respects but should be considered exemplary. The scope of the invention should be determined by a reasonable interpretation of the appended claims, and all modifications within the equivalent scope of the invention are included within the scope of the invention (Although embodiments have been described with reference to a number of illustrative embodiments thereof, it should be understood that numerous other modifications and embodiments can be devised by those skilled in the art that will fall within the scope of the principles of this disclosure. More particularly, various variations and modifications are possible in the component parts and / or arrangements of the subject combination arrangement within the scope of the disclosure, the drawings and the appended claims. In addition to variations and modifications in the component parts and / or arrangements, alternative uses will also be apparent to those skilled in the art).

Claims

Claim 1 A cleaning kit comprising: a long, extended rod; a first blade protruding from one end of the rod such that the width measured in a first direction becomes narrower as it extends toward one side, said first direction intersects the longitudinal direction of the rod; a second blade protruding from the other end of the rod such that the width measured in the first direction becomes narrower as it extends toward the other side; a pin protruding from the end of the first blade; and a blade hole formed by opening the second blade in the longitudinal direction of the rod. Claim 2 A cleaning kit according to claim 1, wherein the width (D1) measured in the second direction intersecting the first direction of the first blade and the length direction of the rod is smaller than the width (D2) measured in the second direction of the second blade. Claim 3 A cleaning kit according to claim 1, wherein the first blade comprises: a first blade edge forming an edge at the end of the first blade; and a pair of first blade chamfers inclined to both sides from the first blade edge. Claim 4 A cleaning kit according to claim 1, wherein the second blade comprises: a second blade edge forming an edge at the end of the second blade; and a pair of second blade chamfers inclined to both sides from the second blade edge. Claim 5 A cleaning kit according to claim 1, wherein the pin protrudes from the center of the end of the first blade and includes a pin blade having an outer surface with an uneven shape. Claim 6 In claim 5, the outer surface of the pin blade has a serration shape, forming a cleaning kit. Claim 7 A cleaning kit according to claim 1, wherein the pin is formed at the end and includes a protruding pin tip having a slope such that the width gradually narrows. Claim 8 In claim 1, the blade hole is a cleaning kit having a cylindrical shape. Claim 9 A cleaning kit according to claim 1, wherein the first blade and the second blade are coupled to engage circumferentially with the rod, thereby restricting circumferential rotation with respect to the rod. Claim 10 In claim 9, the pin is inserted into the inner side of the first blade and coupled to engage circumferentially with the first blade, thereby restricting circumferential rotation relative to the first blade. Claim 11 A cleaning kit according to claim 1, further comprising a frame joined so that the rod protrudes to both sides. Claim 12 In claim 11, the rod is a cleaning kit coupled to the frame so as to be movable in the longitudinal direction of the rod with respect to the frame. Claim 13 In claim 12, the rod is a cleaning kit that can be fixed to the frame at a first position and can be fixed to the frame at a second position that is moved upward relative to the frame from the first position. Claim 14 A cleaning kit according to claim 13, wherein the rod comprises: a first stopper supported by the frame at the first position to restrict upward movement of the rod; and a second stopper spaced apart from the first stopper in the longitudinal direction of the rod and supported by the frame at the second position to restrict upward movement of the rod. Claim 15 A cleaning kit according to claim 14, wherein the second stopper is supported by the frame at the second position to restrict the upward movement of the rod, and the first stopper is supported by the frame to restrict the downward movement of the rod and fix the rod to the frame. Claim 16 A cleaning kit according to claim 14, wherein the rod comprises a third stopper that is supported by the frame and restricts the downward movement of the rod and fixes the rod to the frame, when the first stopper is supported by the frame at the first position and restricts the upward movement of the rod. Claim 17 A cleaning kit according to claim 14, wherein the rod comprises a pair of first rods that are long and spaced apart from each other, wherein the first stopper and the second stopper protrude outwardly from the rod, and the first rod is bent in the thickness direction of the first rod so as to narrow the gap between the pair of first rods, thereby releasing the support state by the frame of the first stopper or the second stopper.

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