Control method of surface cleaning equipment and surface cleaning equipment

Abstract

The invention provides a control method of surface cleaning equipment and the surface cleaning equipment. The control method of the surface cleaning equipment comprises the steps that the surface cleaning equipment is controlled to be in a preset working mode; the surface cleaning equipment receives a request for modifying the working mode from a user; judging whether the preset working mode is allowed to be modified or not; when the preset working mode is allowed to be modified, working parameters allowed to be modified in the working mode are provided for a user; the surface cleaning equipment receives a request for modifying the working parameters from a user and modifies the working parameters; storing the modified working parameters to obtain a modified working mode; and controlling the surface cleaning equipment to operate in the modified working mode.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to a control method for a surface cleaning device and the surface cleaning device itself. Background Technology

[0002] Surface cleaning equipment is suitable for cleaning hard floor surfaces, such as tile, hardwood floors, and soft carpet surfaces.

[0003] When cleaning a surface, the cleaning liquid is first delivered to the wet cleaning module, and then applied to the surface. When the wet cleaning module moves relative to the surface, the surface is cleaned.

[0004] Existing surface cleaning equipment is typically pre-configured with multiple operating modes, which users often cannot modify. This means that current surface cleaning equipment lacks flexibility in setting modes and adjusting parameters, limiting users to fixed operating modes and preventing them from adjusting key parameters such as water pump output, fan suction, and roller brush speed to meet the needs of users requiring customized cleaning results. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This disclosure provides a control method for a surface cleaning device and a surface cleaning device.

[0006] According to one aspect of this disclosure, a control method for a surface cleaning device is provided, the surface cleaning device including multiple operating modes, wherein at least one of the multiple operating modes can be modified, the control method for the surface cleaning device comprising: Control the surface cleaning equipment to be in a preset working mode; The surface cleaning equipment receives a request from the user to modify the working mode; determines whether the preset working mode can be modified; and when the preset working mode can be modified, provides the user with the working parameters that can be modified in that working mode. The surface cleaning equipment receives a request from the user to modify the operating parameters and then modifies those parameters. Store the modified working parameters to obtain the modified working mode; Control the surface cleaning equipment to operate in the modified working mode.

[0007] According to the control method of the surface cleaning device according to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, the working mode includes at least a standard cleaning mode, a powerful cleaning mode, a sterilization cleaning mode, a high temperature cleaning mode, a device self-cleaning mode, and a user-defined cleaning mode.

[0008] According to the control method of the surface cleaning device according to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, when the preset working mode is the high temperature cleaning mode, the preset working mode is not allowed to be modified.

[0009] According to the control method of the surface cleaning device according to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, when the preset working mode is a standard cleaning mode, a powerful cleaning mode, a sterilization cleaning mode, a device self-cleaning mode, or a user-defined cleaning mode, the preset working mode can be modified.

[0010] According to a control method for a surface cleaning apparatus according to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, the operating parameters include: the rotational speed of the suction motor, the rotational speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and rotational speed of the cleaning drive motor.

[0011] According to the control method of the surface cleaning apparatus of at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, when adjusting the speed of the suction motor, the speed is adjusted in a stepwise manner between the maximum and minimum permissible speed of the suction motor.

[0012] According to the control method of the surface cleaning apparatus of at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, the rotational speed of the dispensing pump is adjusted in steps between the maximum and minimum permissible rotational speeds of the dispensing pump during adjustment.

[0013] According to the control method of the surface cleaning device according to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, when adjusting the direction and speed of the cleaning drive motor, different speeds are allowed to be set for different directions of the cleaning drive motor.

[0014] According to the control method of the surface cleaning device according to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, at least two of the rotational speed of the suction motor, the rotational speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and rotational speed of the cleaning drive motor are adjusted in conjunction.

[0015] According to the control method of the surface cleaning device according to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, after at least one of the rotational speed of the suction motor, the rotational speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and rotational speed of the cleaning drive motor are adjusted, the user is provided with suggested values ​​for the modification of the remaining operating parameters.

[0016] According to the control method of the surface cleaning device according to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, after at least one of the rotational speed of the suction motor, the rotational speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and rotational speed of the cleaning drive motor are adjusted, at least one of the maximum and / or minimum values ​​of the adjustment range of the remaining operating parameters is adjusted.

[0017] According to a control method for a surface cleaning device according to at least one embodiment of the present disclosure, the surface cleaning device includes multiple buttons, and a request to modify the working mode is generated by simultaneously triggering two or more buttons for a preset time.

[0018] According to at least one embodiment of the control method of the surface cleaning device of the present disclosure, the surface cleaning device is communicatively connected to a mobile terminal, the mobile terminal generates a request to modify the working mode, and transmits the request to modify the working mode to the surface cleaning device.

[0019] According to at least one embodiment of the control method of the surface cleaning device of the present disclosure, the surface cleaning device is communicatively connected to a mobile terminal, a modified working mode is generated by the mobile terminal, and the modified working mode is transmitted to the surface cleaning device.

[0020] According to another aspect of this disclosure, a surface cleaning apparatus is provided, the surface cleaning apparatus being used to perform the control method of the surface cleaning apparatus described above. Attached Figure Description

[0021] The accompanying drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure and, together with the description thereof, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure. These drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a surface cleaning system according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the control system of a surface cleaning device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a flowchart of a control method for a surface cleaning apparatus according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] The specific labels in the attached figures are as follows: 100 Surface Cleaning System 110 access point 120 server 130 Remote control equipment 140 Database 150 wireless communication links 200 Environment 210 Surface Cleaning Equipment 220 base stations 600 Control System 610 bus 620 processor 630 memory 640 Input Components 650 Output Component 660 Communication Components. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The present disclosure will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the disclosure. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, only the parts relevant to the present disclosure are shown in the accompanying drawings.

[0027] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features described in this disclosure can be combined with each other. The technical solutions of this disclosure will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0028] Unless otherwise stated, the exemplary implementations / embodiments shown are to be understood as providing exemplary features of various details that provide ways in which the technical concepts of this disclosure can be implemented in practice. Therefore, unless otherwise stated, the features of various implementations / embodiments may be additionally combined, separated, interchanged and / or rearranged without departing from the technical concepts of this disclosure.

[0029] The use of crosshairs and / or shading in the accompanying drawings is generally used to clarify the boundaries between adjacent components. Thus, unless otherwise stated, the presence or absence of crosshairs or shading does not convey or indicate any preference or requirement for the specific material, material properties, dimensions, proportions, commonalities between the illustrated components, or any other characteristics, properties, etc., of the components. Furthermore, in the accompanying drawings, the dimensions and relative dimensions of components may be exaggerated for clarity and / or descriptive purposes. When exemplary embodiments can be implemented differently, a specific process sequence may be performed in a different order than that described. For example, two consecutively described processes may be performed substantially simultaneously or in the reverse order of their description. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same components.

[0030] When a component is referred to as being "on" or "above" another component, "connected to," or "joined to" another component, the component may be directly on, directly connected to, or directly joined to the other component, or there may be intermediate components. However, when a component is referred to as being "directly on" another component, "directly connected to," or "directly joined to" another component, there are no intermediate components. Therefore, the term "connection" can refer to a physical connection, an electrical connection, etc., and may or may not have intermediate components.

[0031] For descriptive purposes, this disclosure may use spatial relative terms such as “below,” “under,” “below,” “down,” “above,” “above,” “higher,” and “side (e.g., in a “sidewall”)” to describe the relationship between one component and another component as shown in the accompanying drawings. In addition to the orientations depicted in the drawings, the spatial relative terms are also intended to encompass different orientations of the device during use, operation, and / or manufacture. For example, if the device in the drawings is flipped, a component described as “below” or “under” another component or feature would subsequently be positioned “above” said other component or feature. Thus, the exemplary term “below” can encompass both “above” and “below” orientations. Furthermore, the device may be otherwise positioned (e.g., rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), thus interpreting the spatial relative descriptive terms used herein accordingly.

[0032] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments and is not intended to be limiting. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms “a” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well. Furthermore, when the terms “comprising” and / or “including” and variations thereof are used in this specification, it indicates the presence of the stated features, integrals, steps, operations, parts, components, and / or groups thereof, but does not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, parts, components, and / or groups thereof. It should also be noted that, as used herein, the terms “substantially,” “about,” and other similar terms are used as approximate terms rather than as terms of degree, thus explaining the inherent biases in measurements, calculated values, and / or provided values ​​that would be recognized by one of ordinary skill in the art.

[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a surface cleaning system according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] like Figure 1 As shown, the surface cleaning system of this disclosure may include a surface cleaning device 210 and a base station 220 for docking the surface cleaning device 210. When the surface cleaning device 210 leaves the base station 220, it is capable of performing cleaning operations on the surface to be cleaned. When the surface cleaning device 210 is docked at the base station 220, it is capable of charging, self-cleaning (maintenance), and / or adding cleaning fluid on the base station 220. Those skilled in the art will understand that the surface cleaning device 210 docking at the base station 220 may include the surface cleaning device 210 automatically operating and docking at the base station 220, or the user moving the surface cleaning device 210 to the base station 220 and placing it on the base station 220.

[0035] Although Figure 1 The surface cleaning device 210 shown is a floor scrubber; however, those skilled in the art should understand that this disclosure does not limit the type of surface cleaning device 210. Specifically, the surface cleaning device 210 of this disclosure can refer to various types of household cleaning devices, including autonomous devices configured to provide some semi-autonomous or autonomous capabilities. Examples of household cleaning devices include: floor scrubbers, vacuum cleaners with mopping functions, robotic vacuum cleaners with scrubbing functions, window cleaning robots, robotic vacuum cleaners, and robotic vacuum and mop combos.

[0036] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the surface cleaning system 100 may further include an access point 110, a server 120, a remote control device 130, a database 140, and a wireless communication link 150. The server 120 may include a data server, a cloud server, a server associated with an automation service provider, a proxy server, a mail server, a web server, an application server, a database server, a communication server, a home server, a mobile server, or any combination thereof. For example, the surface cleaning device 210 may upload data (such as notifications) to an application hosted on the server 120 for publishing data related to the autonomous functions performed by the surface cleaning device 210. For example, a user may view the data published by the surface cleaning device 210 through an application running on the remote control device 130 to view the functions performed by the surface cleaning device 210. The server 120 may also transmit various information to the surface cleaning device 210, such as location information, motion control commands, and other information, instructions, or commands related to the autonomous operation of the surface cleaning device 210.

[0037] Database 140 can store data, which may include location information, control commands, consumable information (such as wet cleaning module information, filter information), water level information, dirt information, battery information, and other operational information, instructions, or commands related to the maintenance operations of surface cleaning equipment 210 (e.g., self-cleaning cycle duration, heat drying duration, charging power of base station 220 during surface cleaning device maintenance, etc.). Surface cleaning equipment 210 can retrieve the stored data from database 140 via access point 110.

[0038] In some cases, the surface cleaning device 210 can also communicate directly with another device (e.g., using point-to-point (P2P) or device-to-device (D2D) protocols), such as smartphones, Bluetooth devices, Wi-Fi devices, mobile stations, user stations, mobile clients, etc.

[0039] The wireless communication link 150 shown in the surface cleaning system 100 may include uplink (UL) transmission from the surface cleaning device 210 to the access point 110 or server 120, and / or downlink (DL) transmission from the access point 110 or server 120 to the surface cleaning device 210. Downlink transmission may also be referred to as forward link transmission, and uplink transmission may also be referred to as reverse link transmission. The wireless communication link 150 can transmit bidirectional and / or unidirectional communication. The wireless communication link 150 may include one or more connections, including but not limited to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, point-to-point, LAN, wireless local area network (WLAN), Ethernet, fiber optic, and / or other connection types associated with the wireless communication system.

[0040] In some examples, environment 200 may be part of a structure, such as a residential or commercial building. For example, environment 200 may be a home, particularly a room, including one or more different floor materials and objects throughout the room. Surface cleaning device 210 may be configured to perform cleaning functions within the scope of the home. For example, surface cleaning device 210 may perform a semi-autonomous (or autonomous) process for collecting surface dirt particles within the aforementioned geographical boundaries under the manual control of a user, including: during operation, a cleaning fluid is supplied from a cleaning liquid storage unit to a dispensing pump, and from the outlet of at least one dispensing pump to a wet cleaning module. The fluid flowing onto the wet cleaning module causes the surface to be cleaned, such as a bare floor surface, to be wetted or dampened via the fluid indirectly delivered through the wet cleaning module. A recovery storage unit may operate simultaneously with the dampened wet cleaning module. More specifically, during operation of the recovery storage unit, fluid carrying debris is drawn in through a nozzle and drawn into the recovery storage unit downstream of the nozzle. In the recovery storage unit, debris and wastewater are substantially separated from the working air. The airflow is then discharged from the surface cleaning device 210 via the suction source.

[0041] Typically, in conventional environments, the cleaning efficiency of the surface cleaning device 210 decreases after a cleaning cycle or within a cleaning cycle because the increasing dirt on the wet cleaning module exceeds the dirt automatically removed by the surface cleaning device 210 during cleaning. At this point, the collection process needs to be paused, and maintenance of the wet cleaning module needs to be performed at the base station 220. Maintenance of the base station 220 typically includes self-cleaning and thermal drying, especially thermal drying, which requires a long time interval. Therefore, this limits the number of areas the surface cleaning device 210 can operate in environment 200, or causes unnecessary delays due to sudden ground soiling events requiring cleaning. As described herein, an efficient maintenance mechanism for the surface cleaning device 210 can be configured on the base station 220, thereby eliminating the limitations and delays associated with manual intervention.

[0042] The surface cleaning device 210 disclosed herein can be constructed similarly to the surface cleaning device 210 disclosed in CN114376464A. Specifically, the surface cleaning device 210 of this disclosure may include components such as a suction motor, a recovery storage unit, a cleaning liquid storage unit, and a dispensing pump. The suction motor provides negative pressure during operation and acts as a suction source. The recovery storage unit is connected to the suction source, thereby applying the negative pressure generated by the suction source to the recovery storage unit. Thus, when the surface cleaning device is cleaning a surface to be cleaned, the dirt and cleaning liquid generated after cleaning are suctioned and stored in the recovery storage unit. Additionally, when the surface cleaning device is being maintained, the dirt and cleaning liquid generated during the self-cleaning process can also be suctioned and stored in the recovery storage unit. Specifically, the suction motor needs to be operational when the surface cleaning device 210 is cleaning a surface to be cleaned. In addition, when the surface cleaning device 210 performs self-cleaning, the suction motor also needs to be in operation to draw the cleaning liquid used during the self-cleaning of the surface cleaning device 210 into the recycling storage section.

[0043] The cleaning liquid storage unit can store cleaning liquid, which can be supplied to the wet cleaning module via a distribution pump. Specifically, the cleaning liquid needs to be supplied to the wet cleaning module when the surface cleaning device 210 cleans the surface to be cleaned, and when the surface cleaning device 210 performs self-cleaning.

[0044] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the control system of a surface cleaning device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0045] like Figure 2 As shown, the control system 600 of the surface cleaning device 210 of this disclosure may include: a bus 610, a processor 620, a memory 630, an input component 640, an output component 650, and a communication component 660.

[0046] Bus 610 includes one or more components that enable wired and / or wireless communication between components of control system 600. Bus 610 can... Figure 2 Two or more components are coupled together, for example, through operational coupling, communication coupling, electronic coupling, and / or electrical coupling. Processor 620 includes a central processing unit, a graphics processing unit, a microprocessor, a controller, a microcontroller, a digital signal processor, a field-programmable gate array, an application-specific integrated circuit, and / or other types of processing components. Processor 620 is implemented in hardware, firmware, or a combination of hardware and software. In some embodiments, processor 620 includes one or more processors capable of being programmed to perform one or more operations, methods, or processes elsewhere herein.

[0047] Memory 630 includes volatile and / or non-volatile memory. For example, memory 630 may include random access memory, read-only memory, hard disk drive, and / or other types of memory (e.g., flash memory, magnetic storage, and / or optical storage). Memory 630 may include internal memory and / or removable memory. Memory 630 may be a non-transitory computer-readable medium. Memory 630 may store information, instructions, and / or software (e.g., one or more software applications) related to the operation of control system 600. In some embodiments, memory 630 includes one or more memories coupled to one or more processors.

[0048] Input component 640 enables control system 600 to receive input. In one embodiment, input component 640 may include a touchscreen, button, microphone, switch, or sensor. Output component 650 enables control system 600 to provide output, such as via a speaker, light-emitting diode, and / or display (touchscreen). Communication component 660 enables control system 600 to communicate with other devices via wired and / or wireless connections. For example, communication component 660 may include a receiver, transmitter, transceiver, modem, network interface card, and / or antenna, thereby enabling the surface cleaning device of this disclosure to communicate with a mobile terminal.

[0049] The control system 600 may perform one or more operations or processes described herein. For example, a non-transitory computer-readable medium (e.g., memory 630) may store a set of instructions (e.g., one or more instructions or code) for execution by the processor 620. The processor 620 may execute the instruction set to perform one or more operations or processes described herein. In some embodiments, execution of the instruction set by one or more processors 620 causes one or more processors 620 and / or the control system 600 to perform one or more operations or processes described herein. In some embodiments, hardwired circuitry may be used in place of or in combination with instructions to perform one or more operations or processes described herein. Furthermore, the processor 620 may also be configured to perform one or more operations or processes described herein. Therefore, the implementation of this document is not limited to any particular combination of hardware circuitry and software.

[0050] Specifically, the memory 630 of the control system of the surface cleaning device disclosed herein is capable of storing the control method of the surface cleaning device described below, and the processor of the control system of the surface cleaning device is capable of executing the control method of the surface cleaning device.

[0051] Figure 3 This is a flowchart of a control method for a surface cleaning apparatus according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0052] like Figure 3As shown, the surface cleaning device 210 of this disclosure is configured with multiple operating modes at the time of manufacture. These operating modes may include a standard cleaning mode, a powerful cleaning mode, a sterilization cleaning mode, a high-temperature cleaning mode, a device self-cleaning mode, and a user-defined cleaning mode. More preferably, the user-defined cleaning mode of this disclosure can be set to multiple modes, so that the user can define multiple operating modes that conform to the user's usage habits through the user-defined cleaning mode.

[0053] In this disclosure, at least one of the multiple operating modes can be modified. Specifically, for user safety, the high-temperature cleaning mode can be set to be unmodifiable. In this case, other operating modes, such as standard cleaning mode, powerful cleaning mode, sterilization cleaning mode, equipment self-cleaning mode, and user-defined cleaning mode, can all be modified by the user.

[0054] Based on the structure of the surface cleaning device described above, the control method of the surface cleaning device 210 disclosed herein may include: S1100, controlling the surface cleaning device 210 to be in a preset working mode; S1200, the surface cleaning device 210 receiving a request from a user to modify the working mode; determining whether the preset working mode is allowed to be modified; when the preset working mode is allowed to be modified, providing the user with the working parameters that are allowed to be modified in the working mode; S1300, the surface cleaning device 210 receiving a request from the user to modify the working parameters and modifying the working parameters; S1400, storing the modified working parameters to obtain the modified working mode; S1500, controlling the surface cleaning device 210 to operate in the modified working mode.

[0055] Therefore, the surface cleaning device disclosed herein allows users to enter different working modes via a mode switching button. In each working mode, if the user changes the mode, the device provides the user with the working parameters to be adjusted (such as water pump output, fan suction, and roller brush speed) for easy modification. This flexible setting allows the surface cleaning device to be adjusted according to different cleaning needs, thereby providing more personalized cleaning services and meeting the needs of different users.

[0056] In this disclosure, the operating parameters to be adjusted can be the rotation speed of the suction motor (i.e., the corresponding fan suction force), the rotation speed of the distribution pump (i.e., the corresponding water pump output), and the direction and rotation speed of the cleaning drive motor (i.e., the corresponding roller brush rotation speed in the self-cleaning of the floor cleaning and wet cleaning module).

[0057] Specifically, traditional surface cleaning equipment (floor scrubbers) typically have a fixed water pump output, meaning each operating mode corresponds to a specific water pump output. Therefore, if the water pump output needs to be changed, the operating mode often needs to be switched. Consequently, these surface cleaning devices cannot adjust the water pump output according to specific cleaning needs. This fixed setting cannot meet the requirements of different cleaning tasks, especially for cleaning scenarios requiring fine-tuning, such as different levels of dirt or floor types. Users must choose from a fixed mode, lacking flexibility and adaptability.

[0058] Furthermore, most traditional surface cleaning equipment has a fixed main fan suction power. That is, each operating mode corresponds to a specific main fan suction power. Therefore, if it's necessary to change the main fan suction power, the operating mode often needs to be switched. Consequently, these surface cleaning devices cannot adjust the main fan suction power according to specific cleaning needs. This method is inefficient for cleaning tasks requiring either high or low suction power. For example, when adjustments are needed based on different floor types and dirt levels, if the main fan suction power cannot be adjusted, the surface cleaning process will become inefficient.

[0059] Third, the rotation speed of the wet cleaning module (such as a roller brush) in traditional surface cleaning equipment is also fixed. Users need to switch to different cleaning modes when different speeds are required. Within a specific cleaning mode, the rotation speed of the wet cleaning module often cannot be finely adjusted. Therefore, the fixed rotation speed of the wet cleaning module cannot adapt to different cleaning needs. For example, when a high speed is needed to remove stubborn dirt or a low speed is needed to protect the floor, users cannot flexibly adjust the rotation speed of the wet cleaning module to meet the requirements of various cleaning tasks, which may affect the cleaning effect and floor protection.

[0060] Based on this, the rotational speed of the suction motor, the rotational speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and speed of the cleaning drive motor of this disclosure can all be adjusted. That is, the surface cleaning device of this disclosure allows users to set different water pump output rates according to different cleaning modes, achieving precise water flow control. The water pump output rate for each operating mode is optimized to meet specific cleaning needs, and manual adjustment is available in 5 levels. Accordingly, the surface cleaning device of this disclosure offers greater flexibility and adaptability than traditional surface cleaning devices, enabling precise adjustments according to actual cleaning needs, thereby improving cleaning efficiency and effectiveness.

[0061] Furthermore, the surface cleaning device disclosed herein allows adjustment of the main fan's suction power in different modes. This means users can manually optimize the cleaning effect according to the actual cleaning needs, with manual adjustment available in five levels. Therefore, the surface cleaning device of this disclosure ensures that in different cleaning tasks, users can adjust the suction power to meet their individual needs for high or low suction, offering greater customization and enhancing the user experience.

[0062] Third, the surface cleaning device of this disclosure allows for setting different roller brush speeds in different modes. For example, in standard cleaning mode, powerful cleaning mode, antibacterial cleaning mode, and user-defined cleaning mode, the wet cleaning module generally rotates only in one direction. In this case, only the speed of the wet cleaning module needs to be set, without needing to set the direction of rotation. In the device's self-cleaning mode, the direction of rotation and speed of the wet cleaning module can be adjusted separately. Preferably, the forward and reverse rotation of the wet cleaning module can use different speeds.

[0063] Therefore, the surface cleaning device disclosed herein can set different roller brush speeds under different working modes (cleaning modes). Users can select a suitable mode and manually adjust the roller brush speed, which can be manually adjusted in 5 levels to adapt to different cleaning needs. Accordingly, the surface cleaning device disclosed herein provides free control over the roller brush speed, allowing users to manually control it to achieve the best cleaning effect and floor protection under various floor and dirt conditions, thus improving the functionality of the device and the user experience.

[0064] Specifically, in this disclosure, the speed of the suction motor is adjusted in steps (e.g., in 5 levels) between the maximum and minimum permissible speeds. The speed of the distribution pump is also adjusted in steps (e.g., in 5 levels) between the maximum and minimum permissible speeds.

[0065] At least two of the following parameters are adjusted in a coordinated manner: the speed of the suction motor, the speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and speed of the cleaning drive motor. This prevents undesirable consequences from occurring when the user adjusts the operating parameters.

[0066] Specifically, after at least one of the speed of the suction motor, the speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and speed of the cleaning drive motor has been adjusted, suggested values ​​for modifying the remaining operating parameters are provided to the user. After at least one of the speed of the suction motor, the speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and speed of the cleaning drive motor has been adjusted, at least one of the maximum and / or minimum values ​​of the adjustment range of the remaining operating parameters is adjusted.

[0067] For example, if a user increases the speed of the suction motor while adjusting operating parameters, it indicates a high level of dirt on the floor. In this case, a lower speed for the distribution pump might not meet the user's expectations. Therefore, after increasing the suction motor speed, a suggested modification value for the distribution pump speed and / or wet cleaning module speed can be recommended to the user. If the user continues to modify this suggested value, the minimum adjustment range for the distribution pump speed can be increased to prevent the customer from selecting a lower speed that doesn't match the suction motor speed. Similarly, the minimum adjustment range for the wet cleaning module speed should also be increased to prevent the customer from selecting a lower speed that doesn't match the suction motor speed.

[0068] Conversely, when a user reduces the suction motor speed during the adjustment of operating parameters, it indicates that there is less dirt on the floor. At this point, a higher distribution pump speed might not meet the user's expectations and would increase the power consumption of the surface cleaning equipment, reducing its usage time and the area that can be cleaned. Therefore, when the suction motor speed is reduced, a suggested modification value for the distribution pump speed and / or wet cleaning module speed can be recommended to the user. If the user continues to modify this suggested value, the maximum adjustment range of the distribution pump speed can be reduced to prevent the customer from selecting a distribution pump speed that is too high and mismatched with the suction motor speed. Similarly, the maximum adjustment range of the wet cleaning module speed should be reduced to prevent the customer from selecting a wet cleaning module speed that is too high and mismatched with the suction motor speed.

[0069] In one specific embodiment, the surface cleaning device 210 includes multiple buttons. By simultaneously triggering two or more buttons for a preset time, a request to modify the working mode is generated, thereby entering the working parameter modification interface, which facilitates the user to modify the working parameters of the surface cleaning device.

[0070] In another embodiment, the surface cleaning device 210 is communicatively connected to a mobile terminal. The mobile terminal generates a request to modify the operating mode and transmits the request to the surface cleaning device 210. The surface cleaning device then enters the operating parameter modification interface based on the request from the mobile terminal.

[0071] Furthermore, the modification process of the operating parameters of this disclosure can also be implemented in a mobile terminal, and after the modification process is completed, the modified operating mode can be transmitted to the surface cleaning device 210.

[0072] In the control method of the surface cleaning equipment disclosed herein, the parameter setting mode can be exited by triggering the power off button. At the same time, when exiting the parameter setting mode, the parameters that have been set will not be saved, thereby preventing the surface cleaning equipment from entering an unwanted working mode the next time it is started.

[0073] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment / mode," "some embodiments / modes," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment / mode or example is included in at least one embodiment / mode or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment / mode or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments / modes or examples. Furthermore, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments / modes or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments / modes or examples.

[0074] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0075] Those skilled in the art should understand that the above embodiments are merely for illustrating the present disclosure and are not intended to limit the scope of the disclosure. Those skilled in the art can make other changes or modifications based on the above disclosure, and these changes or modifications still fall within the scope of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A control method for a surface cleaning device, the surface cleaning device comprising multiple operating modes, wherein, At least one of the plurality of operating modes can be modified, characterized in that it includes: Control the surface cleaning equipment to be in a preset working mode; The surface cleaning equipment receives a request from the user to modify the working mode; determines whether the preset working mode can be modified; and when the preset working mode can be modified, provides the user with the working parameters that can be modified in that working mode. The surface cleaning equipment receives a request from the user to modify the operating parameters and then modifies those parameters. Store the modified working parameters to obtain the modified working mode; Control the surface cleaning equipment to operate in the modified working mode.

2. The control method for the surface cleaning equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The operating modes include at least standard cleaning mode, powerful cleaning mode, sterilization cleaning mode, high temperature cleaning mode, equipment self-cleaning mode, and user-defined cleaning mode.

3. The control method for the surface cleaning equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the preset working mode is high-temperature cleaning mode, this preset working mode cannot be modified.

4. The control method for the surface cleaning equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the preset working mode is standard cleaning mode, powerful cleaning mode, sterilization cleaning mode, equipment self-cleaning mode or user-defined cleaning mode, the preset working mode can be modified.

5. The control method for the surface cleaning equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The operating parameters include: the rotational speed of the suction motor, the rotational speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and rotational speed of the cleaning drive motor.

6. The control method for the surface cleaning equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, When adjusting the speed of the suction motor, it is adjusted in steps between the maximum and minimum permissible speed of the suction motor.

7. The control method for the surface cleaning equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, When adjusting, the speed of the distribution pump is stepped between the maximum and minimum permissible speeds of the distribution pump.

8. The control method for the surface cleaning equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, When adjusting the direction and speed of the cleaning drive motor, different speeds can be set for different directions of the cleaning drive motor.

9. The control method for the surface cleaning equipment according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, At least two of the following are adjusted in conjunction: the rotational speed of the suction motor, the rotational speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and rotational speed of the cleaning drive motor. Optionally, after at least one of the rotational speed of the suction motor, the rotational speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and speed of the cleaning drive motor has been adjusted, the user is provided with suggested values ​​for the remaining operating parameters. Optionally, after at least one of the rotational speed of the suction motor, the rotational speed of the distribution pump, and the direction and speed of the cleaning drive motor are adjusted, at least one of the maximum and / or minimum values ​​of the adjustment range of the remaining operating parameters is adjusted. Optionally, the surface cleaning device includes multiple buttons, and a request to modify the working mode is generated by simultaneously triggering two or more buttons for a preset time. Optionally, the surface cleaning device is communicatively connected to a mobile terminal, which generates a request to modify the working mode and transmits the request to the surface cleaning device. Optionally, the surface cleaning device is communicatively connected to a mobile terminal, which generates a modified working mode and transmits the modified working mode to the surface cleaning device.

10. A surface cleaning device, characterized in that, The surface cleaning device is used to perform the control method of the surface cleaning device according to any one of claims 1-9.

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