Cleaning system

Abstract

To provide a cleaning system for facilitating detachment of a cleaner from a support device.SOLUTION: A cleaning system includes a cleaner and a support device for supporting the cleaner. The cleaner includes: a main body having an electric blower; a suction tool for sucking dust; and a tube body for connecting the main body to the suction tool. The support device includes a main body holding part for holding the main body. The main body holding part includes a left holding part and a right holding part which are separately arranged in a left position and a right position. The main body may be held by the main body holding part in a state without existence of the tube body and the suction tool.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 41

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a vacuum cleaner system comprising a vacuum cleaner and a support device for supporting the vacuum cleaner. [Background technology]

[0002] Patent Document 1 discloses a vacuum cleaner system in which a support device supports a vacuum cleaner. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] JP 2011-189132 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] However, the vacuum cleaner system described in Patent Document 1 has a problem in that it is difficult to detach the vacuum cleaner from the support device.

[0005] The present disclosure has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems. It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a vacuum cleaner system that allows the vacuum cleaner to be easily detached from the support device. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The vacuum cleaner system of the present disclosure comprises a vacuum cleaner and a support device for supporting the vacuum cleaner, the vacuum cleaner comprising a main body having an electric blower, a suction tool for sucking up dirt, and a tube connecting the main body and the suction tool, the support device comprising a main body holding part for holding the main body, the main body holding part having a left holding part and a right holding part separated from each other on the left and right sides. Effect of the Invention

[0007] According to the present disclosure, it is possible to provide a user-friendly vacuum cleaner system in which the vacuum cleaner can be easily removed from the support device. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0008] [Figure 1] 1 is a perspective view of a vacuum cleaner system according to a first embodiment. [Diagram 2] 1 is a top view of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. [Diagram 3] 1 is a side view of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing a first usage example of the cleaner of the cleaner system in the first embodiment. [Diagram 5] 10 is a side view showing a second usage example of the cleaner of the cleaner system in embodiment 1. FIG. [Figure 6] 1 is a front view of a main body of a cleaner in a cleaner system according to a first embodiment. [Figure 7] 2 is a side view of a main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Figure 8] 3 is a side view showing a state immediately before the cleaner of the cleaner system in the first embodiment is supported by the support device. FIG. [Figure 9] 1 is a side view showing a state in which a suction tool of the vacuum cleaner system in accordance with Embodiment 1 is placed at a specific position. [Figure 10] 3 is a side view of the vacuum cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 1, showing a state in which a tube body and a suction tool are supported by a support device. FIG. [Figure 11] 3 is a side view of the vacuum cleaner system according to the first embodiment, showing a state in which a main body and a tube are supported by a support device of the vacuum cleaner system. FIG. [Figure 12] 3 is a side view of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment, showing a state in which a tube is supported by a support device. FIG. [Figure 13] 3 is a side view of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment, showing a state in which the main body is supported by the support device. FIG. [Figure 14] 1 is a side view of the vacuum cleaner system in accordance with Embodiment 1, showing a state in which a suction tool is supported by a support device. [Figure 15]FIG. 2 is a side view of the cleaner body and the suction tool of the cleaner system in embodiment 1 in a connected state. [Figure 16] 1 is a vertical sectional view of a cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with a first embodiment. FIG. [Figure 17] 1 is a longitudinal sectional view of a main part of a cleaner of the cleaner system according to a first embodiment. [Figure 18] 2 is an exploded perspective view of a dust collecting section of the vacuum cleaner of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Figure 19] 2 is a top view of a dust collecting section of the cleaner of the cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Figure 20] 20 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line FF in FIG. 19. [Figure 21] 20 is a cross-sectional view taken along line GG in FIG. 19. [Figure 22] 2 is a perspective view of a tube of the vacuum cleaner of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Figure 23] FIG. 2 is a rear view of a tube of the cleaner of the cleaner system in the first embodiment. [Figure 24] 2 is a side view of a tube of the cleaner of the cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Diagram 25] 2 is a vertical cross-sectional view of a tube of the vacuum cleaner of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Figure 26] 25 is a cross-sectional view taken along line HH in FIG. 24. [Figure 27] 1 is a front view of a cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with Embodiment 1. FIG. [Figure 28] 1 is a top view of a cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with Embodiment 1. FIG. [Figure 29] 1 is a side view of a cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with Embodiment 1. FIG. [Diagram 30] FIG. 2 is a bottom view of the suction tool of the cleaner of the cleaner system in the first embodiment. [Diagram 31] 1 is a vertical cross-sectional view of a suction tool of a cleaner in a cleaner system according to a first embodiment. FIG. [Diagram 32] 2 is a perspective view of a support device of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Diagram 33] 2 is a top view of the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Diagram 34] 2 is a vertical sectional view of the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Diagram 35] 3 is a longitudinal sectional view showing a main part of a support device for the vacuum cleaner system according to the first embodiment. [Diagram 36] 1 is a vertical sectional view of a vacuum cleaner system in a first embodiment. [Figure 37] 1 is a longitudinal sectional view showing a main part of the vacuum cleaner system according to the first embodiment. [Figure 38] 2 is a perspective view of a holder of the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Figure 39] 3 is a front view of a holder of the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Diagram 40] 3 is a longitudinal sectional view of a main portion of a holder for a support device of the vacuum cleaner system according to the first embodiment. [Diagram 41] 2 is a perspective view of a main part of a holder of a support device of the vacuum cleaner system in the first embodiment. FIG. [Diagram 42] 1 is a vertical cross-sectional view of a main part of a vacuum cleaner system according to a first embodiment. [Diagram 43] This is a main part of a cross-sectional view taken along line II in Figure 42. [Diagram 44] This is a main part of a cross-sectional view taken along line NN in Figure 42. [Diagram 45] FIG. 11 is a side view of a first example of a cleaner body of the cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 2. [Diagram 46] FIG. 13 is a side view of a second example of the cleaner body of the cleaner system in the second embodiment. [Figure 47] FIG. 13 is a side view of a third example of the cleaner body of the cleaner system in the second embodiment. [Figure 48] FIG. 11 is a side view of the vacuum cleaner system in the third embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0009] An embodiment of the vacuum cleaner system of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In each drawing, the same or corresponding parts are denoted by the same reference numerals. Duplicate descriptions of the parts will be appropriately simplified or omitted. In the following description, dust and other debris will be collectively referred to simply as "dust". Air mixed with dust will be referred to as "dust-containing air". Air from which dust has been removed will be referred to as "clean air".

[0010] Embodiment 1 Fig. 1 is a perspective view of the vacuum cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 1. Fig. 2 is a top view of the vacuum cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 1. Fig. 3 is a side view of the vacuum cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 1.

[0011] As shown in FIG. 1, the vacuum cleaner system includes a vacuum cleaner 1 and a support device 2.

[0012] When cleaning is performed, the vacuum cleaner 1 is removed from the support device 2. After cleaning is completed, the vacuum cleaner 1 is attached to the support device 2 while maintaining the direction of travel. At this time, the front part of the vacuum cleaner 1 is held by the support device 2. As a result, the vacuum cleaner 1 is arranged with the rear part as the design surface. The vacuum cleaner 1 and the vacuum cleaner system have left-right symmetry in appearance.

[0013] For example, the vacuum cleaner 1 comprises a main body 3 , a tube 4 and a suction tool 5 .

[0014] For example, the main body 3 is formed in a cylindrical shape. For example, the tube 4 is formed in a rod shape. The tube 4 extends downward from the main body 3. An upper end of the tube 4 is detachably provided to the rear part of the main body 3. A rear part and a middle part in the width direction of the suction tool 5 is detachably provided to the lower end of the tube 4.

[0015] For example, the support device 2 is placed on the floor of a room. For example, the support device 2 is a charging stand for charging the vacuum cleaner 1. A part of the support body 7 is formed of a metal member. For example, a part of the support device 2 is formed of a steel plate. The support body 7 is heavier than the vacuum cleaner 1. For example, the support device 2 includes a base body 6, a support body 7, and a holder 8.

[0016] The base 6 is positioned at the lowest part of the support device 2. For example, the base 6 is placed on the floor surface near the wall of a room. For example, the support body 7 is columnar. For example, the lower end of the support body 7 is fixed to the base 6. The holder 8 is positioned above the base 6. For example, the holder 8 is positioned directly above the base 6. The holder 8 is supported by the support body 7. The holder 8 is fixed to the upper end of the support body 7.

[0017] The center of gravity of the base 6, the support 7, and the holder 8 is set at a low position so that the support device 2 is unlikely to tip over when the vacuum cleaner 1 is attached or detached. Specifically, the base 6 is heavier than the support 7. The base 6 is heavier than the holder 8. The base 6 may be heavier than the combined weight of the support 7 and the holder 8. In other words, the mass of the base 6 is greater than the combined mass of the support 7 and the holder 8. This lowers the center of gravity, making the support device 2 and the vacuum cleaner system less likely to tip over. For example, the support device 2 is less likely to tip over even when a force is applied to it in the horizontal direction.

[0018] When the vacuum cleaner 1 is attached to the stand device 2, at least one of the main body 3 and the tube body 4 is held by the holder 8. The suction tool 5 is supported by the base 6 of the stand device 2. In this case, the rear end of the suction tool 5 is disposed rearward of the tube body 4 and the main body 3. The center of gravity of the main body 3 is located forward of the internal air passage of the tube body 4. Preferably, the center of gravity of the main body 3 is located forward of the tube body 4.

[0019] When the vacuum cleaner 1 is removed from the support device 2 as a stick vacuum cleaner, as shown in FIG. 3, the user moves the main body 3 in the direction A without lifting the main body 3 upward.

[0020] Note that the user may rotate the main body 3 in the direction B without lifting the main body 3 upward. The main body 3 moves in the direction A immediately after rotating in the direction B. As a result, the tube body 4 becomes inclined with respect to the surface to be cleaned. Therefore, the vacuum cleaner 1 quickly transitions to the cleaning mode.

[0021] When the vacuum cleaner 1 is removed from the support device 2 as a handheld vacuum cleaner, the user moves the main body 3 in the direction C. At this time, the tube body 4 is pulled by the main body 3 and moves in the direction C. Therefore, even if the main body 3 moves in the direction C, the tube body 4 remains held by the holder 8. At this time, the tube body 4 and the suction tool 5 do not come off the support device 2.

[0022] When the tube body 4 is not supported by the support device 2, the vacuum cleaner 1 can be attached to and detached from the support device 2 as a handheld vacuum cleaner 1. For example, a user attaches and detaches the main body 3 by moving it laterally relative to the support device 2. For example, a user attaches and detaches the main body 3 by moving it vertically relative to the support device 2.

[0023] Furthermore, when the pipe 4 is supported by the support device 2, the user moves the main body 3 from above the pipe 4. As a result, the main body 3 is supported by the support device 2 while being connected to the pipe 4.

[0024] When the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, a part of the main body 3 is disposed directly above the suction tool 5. Therefore, the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 can be installed in a narrow space.

[0025] Next, a first usage example of the cleaner 1 will be described with reference to Fig. 4. Fig. 4 is a perspective view showing a first usage example of the cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with the first embodiment.

[0026] As shown in FIG. 4, the main body 3 includes an outer shell 9, a handle 10, and a dust collecting part 11.

[0027] The outer casing 9 forms part of the design surface of the vacuum cleaner 1. The handle 10 determines the front-to-rear direction of the vacuum cleaner system. The upper end of the handle 10 is provided above the outer casing 9. The dust collection unit 11 is formed into a cylindrical shape as a whole. The dust collection unit 11 is provided below the outer casing 9.

[0028] When the vacuum cleaner 1 is used as a stick vacuum cleaner, the user holds the middle part of the handle 10. For example, the user cleans the floor surface with the longitudinal direction of the tube body 4 at an angle. In this case, the tube body 4 is disposed below the main body 3.

[0029] Next, a second example of use of the vacuum cleaner 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is a side view showing a second usage example of the cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with the first embodiment.

[0030] As shown in Fig. 5, the user cleans with the suction tool 5, not shown in Fig. 5, removed. For example, the user cleans high places by tilting the longitudinal direction of the tube body 4. At this time, there is no heavy object at the tip of the vacuum cleaner 1. Therefore, the user can clean with less strain on his / her hands.

[0031] Next, a third example of use of the vacuum cleaner 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. Fig. 6 is a front view of the main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 1. Fig. 7 is a side view of the main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 1.

[0032] 6 and 7, when the vacuum cleaner 1 is used as a handheld vacuum cleaner, the user cleans the surface to be cleaned with the tube body 4 and the suction tool 5 detached. At this time, the user holds the front end side of the handle 10.

[0033] Next, a procedure for supporting the vacuum cleaner 1 on the supporting device 2 will be described with reference to FIGS. Fig. 8 is a side view showing a state immediately before the cleaner of the cleaner system in embodiment 1 is supported by the support device. Fig. 9 is a side view showing a state in which the suction tool of the cleaner system in embodiment 1 is placed at a specific position.

[0034] 8, a user holds the handle 10 and moves the suction tool 5 back and forth. At this time, the vacuum cleaner 1 is positioned at an angle so that the suction tool 5 is in front of the main body 3.

[0035] After finishing cleaning, the user moves the vacuum cleaner 1 in the cleaning position in the direction D to place the suction tool 5 at a specific position on the support device 2. At this time, the suction tool 5 does not perform any special operation.

[0036] As shown in Fig. 9, immediately after the suction tool 5 is placed at the specific position, the main body 3 is placed behind the suction tool 5. With the suction tool 5 placed at the specific position, the user moves the main body 3 and the tube body 4 in direction E. The movements in directions D and E are performed as a series of movements to move the vacuum cleaner 1 forward. The movement in direction E is a movement in which the user holds the handle 10 and moves the suction tool 5 in an arc around the axis of rotation. Therefore, the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 without being lifted up.

[0037] Although not shown, with the suction tool 5 placed in a specific position, the user lifts the main body 3 and the tube body 4 diagonally upward. Then, the user presses the tube body 4 against the holder 8 from behind. As a result, the vacuum cleaner 1 is held by the holder 8.

[0038] Next, a modification of the vacuum cleaner system will be described with reference to FIGS. Fig. 10 is a side view of the tube and suction tool supported by the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Fig. 11 is a side view of the main body and tube supported by the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Fig. 12 is a side view of the tube supported by the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Fig. 13 is a side view of the main body supported by the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Fig. 14 is a side view of the suction tool supported by the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Fig. 15 is a side view of the vacuum cleaner main body and suction tool connected to each other in the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1.

[0039] As shown in FIG. 10, in a state in which the pipe body 4 and the suction tool 5 are connected, the pipe body 4 is held by a holder 8.

[0040] As shown in FIG. 11, in a state in which the main body 3 and the tube 4 are connected, the tube 4 is held by a holder 8.

[0041] As shown in FIG. 12, the tube 4 is held by a holder 8 without the main body 3 and the suction tool 5 .

[0042] As shown in FIG. 13, the main body 3 is held by a holder 8 without the tube 4 and the suction tool 5 .

[0043] As shown in FIG. 14, in the absence of the main body 3 and the tube 4, the suction tool 5 is supported on the base 6.

[0044] As shown in FIG. 15, the main body 3 and the suction tool 5 are directly connected. The end of the suction tool 5 is similar to the end of the tube body 4. Therefore, the main body 3 and the suction tool 5 are mechanically and electrically connected. In this state, the vacuum cleaner 1 is used as a handheld vacuum cleaner equipped with the suction tool 5. For example, the vacuum cleaner 1 is used to clean a sofa. For example, the vacuum cleaner 1 is used to clean a desk.

[0045] Next, the outer shell 9 and the handle 10 will be described with reference to FIGS. Fig. 16 is a vertical sectional view of the cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 1. Fig. 17 is a vertical sectional view of a main part of the cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 1.

[0046] As shown in FIGS. 16 and 17, the outer shell 9 includes a case portion 12, a battery portion 13, a connection pipe portion 14, and an exhaust portion 15.

[0047] Case unit 12 is formed into a cylindrical shape as a whole. Case unit 12 houses electric blower 16 and control unit 17. Electric blower 16 is provided above dust collection unit 11. Electric blower 16 is provided so as to be able to take in and exhaust air. Control unit 17 is provided directly above electric blower 16. For example, control unit 17 controls the operation of electric blower 16.

[0048] The case portion 12 includes a protrusion 18. The protrusion 18 is provided on the front portion of the case portion 12.

[0049] The battery unit 13 is housed in the rear of the outer shell 9 below the rear end of the handle 10. The battery unit 13 is adjacent to the case unit 12. The battery unit 13 includes a plurality of secondary batteries. The voltages of the plurality of secondary batteries are controlled by the control unit 17.

[0050] The connecting pipe section 14 is disposed along the dust collecting section 11. The front side of the connecting pipe section 14 is adjacent to the dust collecting section 11. The connecting pipe section 14 is disposed on an extension of the battery section 13. The connecting pipe section 14 is formed in a cylindrical shape. The connecting pipe section 14 is provided so as to be detachable from the tube body 4. The inside of the lower part of the connecting pipe section 14 is provided so that the upper part of the tube body 4 can be inserted therein. The connecting pipe section 14 is provided so as to be detachable from the suction tool 5.

[0051] The connecting pipe portion 14 includes a fitting portion 19. The fitting portion 19 is formed in a triangular shape in a side view. The fitting portion 19 protrudes outward from the connecting pipe portion 14 as it goes upward. For example, the lower portion of the fitting portion 19 hardly protrudes. For example, the lower portion of the fitting portion 19 does not protrude at all. For example, the fitting portion 19 is formed in a slope shape.

[0052] The exhaust section 15 is provided in the outer shell 9 near the battery section 13. The exhaust section 15 may also be provided in the front and lower part of the handle 10. In this case, the exhaust section 15 is provided at the front and rear of the main body 3.

[0053] The handle 10 is provided so as to be arranged so as to be visible in a top view when the main body 3 is supported by a support device 2 not shown in Figures 16 and 17. The handle 10 is formed across the front-rear direction of the main body 3. For example, the handle 10 is formed from the top end to the front. For example, the handle 10 is formed from the top end to the rear. For example, the handle 10 is formed from the top end to the front-rear. For example, the handle 10 is formed at a lower position forward than the top end. For example, the handle 10 is formed at a lower position rearward than the top end. For example, the handle 10 is formed so as to extend forward and backward from the center of the main body 3 in the front-rear direction.

[0054] For example, the handle 10 is formed continuously from the front end to the rear end of the outer shell 9. For example, the front end and the rear end of the handle 10 are provided in parallel. For example, the middle part of the handle 10 is curved and connected to the front end and the rear end of the handle 10 above the case part 12. For example, the middle part of the handle 10 is formed so as to be convex upward. For example, the rear end of the handle 10 is provided on the extension line of the tube body 4, further rearward of the case part 12 than the rear part of the case part 12. For example, the front end of the handle 10 is provided on the front side of the case part 12 than the front part of the case part 12. For example, the front end of the handle 10 is connected to the convex part 18 of the case part 12.

[0055] Preferably, the handle 10 is disposed at the top of the main body 3. The handle 10 is disposed above the electric blower 16. Preferably, a space 20 is formed between the handle 10 and the case part 12 in a side view. Preferably, the space 20 is formed directly below the upper end part of the handle 10. The space 20 is used when a user holds the handle 10 from above, and the user may grip the handle 10 with their hand or fingers inserted into the space.

[0056] The handle 10 includes an operation unit 21. The operation unit 21 is provided at the front of the handle 10. For example, the operation unit 21 includes a plurality of operation switches.

[0057] Although not shown, the main body 3 includes a left body side charging terminal L and a right body side charging terminal R. For example, the left body side charging terminal L and the right body side charging terminal R are provided in front of the connection tube 14. For example, the left body side charging terminal L and the right body side charging terminal R are provided below the dust collection unit 11. The left body side charging terminal L and the right body side charging terminal R may also be provided below the handle 10.

[0058] The left body charging terminal L and the right body charging terminal R are covered by a body charging terminal support. The left body charging terminal L and the right body charging terminal R are fixed to ends of the body charging terminal support.

[0059] The left body charging terminal L and the right body charging terminal R are formed of a long and thin metal plate. The left body charging terminal L and the right body charging terminal R each have a long and thin protrusion. The protrusion is provided in the center of the corresponding body charging terminal.

[0060] The left body charging terminal L and the right body charging terminal R are disposed at positions spaced apart from each other. The left body charging terminal L and the right body charging terminal R face in the left-right direction.

[0061] A user operates operation unit 21 with the hand holding handle 10. Control unit 17 controls the operation of electric blower 16 based on the operation on operation unit 21, using power from battery unit 13. For example, control unit 17 operates electric blower 16 when one of the operation switches is pressed while electric blower 16 is stopped. For example, control unit 17 stops electric blower 16 when one of the operation switches is pressed while electric blower 16 is operating. For example, control unit 17 changes the rotation speed of electric blower 16 when the other operation switch is pressed while electric blower 16 is operating.

[0062] When the electric blower 16 operates, suction wind is generated. The suction wind sucks dust-containing air through the suction tool 5. The dust-containing air then passes through the inside of the tube body 4. The dust-containing air then passes through the inside of the connecting tube section 14. The dust-containing air then flows into the dust collection section 11. At this time, dust in the dust-containing air is collected in the dust collection section 11. As a result, clean air is generated. The clean air then flows out of the dust collection section 11. The clean air then passes through the electric blower 16. The clean air then is exhausted from the exhaust section 15 to the outside of the main body 3.

[0063] Next, the dust collecting section 11 will be described with reference to FIGS. Fig. 18 is an exploded perspective view of a dust collecting unit of the cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 1. Fig. 19 is a top view of the dust collecting unit of the cleaner of the cleaner system in accordance with embodiment 1. Fig. 20 is a cross-sectional view taken along line FF in Fig. 19. Fig. 21 is a cross-sectional view taken along line GG in Fig. 19.

[0064] As shown in FIG. 18, the dust collecting section 11 includes a cyclone separator 22 and a filter section .

[0065] The cyclone separator 22 includes an inlet case 24 , a guide section 25 , a swirling section 26 , a discharge section 27 , a dust collecting container 28 , and a partition section 29 .

[0066] The inlet case 24 has an inlet port 30. The inlet port 30 opens in the side wall of the inlet case 24.

[0067] The guide portion 25 is provided so as to be able to be housed in the inlet portion case 24 .

[0068] The swirl portion 26 is formed in a cone shape.

[0069] The dust collection container 28 is formed in a cylindrical shape. The longitudinal axis of the dust collection container 28 is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the swivel unit 26. The dust collection container 28 has a bottom. The dust collection container 28 is provided so as to be removable.

[0070] The partition portion 29 is disposed below the swivel portion 26. The partition portion 29 defines the dust collection container 28.

[0071] The discharge portion 27 is formed in a cylindrical or conical shape. The discharge portion 27 has a plurality of fine holes. The longitudinal axis of the discharge portion 27 is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the dust collecting container 28 and the longitudinal axis of the swirling portion 26.

[0072] 19, the filter unit 23 is detachably housed in the upper part of the inlet case 24. The filter unit 23 is provided between the electric blower 16 and the cyclone separation device 22, which are not shown in FIG.

[0073] 20, the swivel portion 26 includes a first opening 31 and a second opening 32. The first opening 31 is formed in a side wall of the swivel portion 26. The second opening 32 is formed in a bottom portion of the swivel portion 26.

[0074] Dust collection container 28 includes a recessed portion 33. Recessed portion 33 is provided in the bottom portion of dust collection container 28. Although not shown, recessed portion 33 is provided so as to be able to come into contact with protrusion 18 of connection pipe portion 14. The contact point at this time becomes the starting point when dust collection unit 11 rotates and is connected to main body 3.

[0075] The outside of the partition portion 29 becomes a first dust collecting chamber 34. The inside of the partition portion 29 becomes a second dust collecting chamber 35.

[0076] In the dust collection section 11, dust-laden air flows in from the inlet 30. The dust-laden air flows in the tangential or circumferential direction of the inlet case 24. The dust-laden air is guided to the swirling section 26 via the guide section 25. The dust-laden air becomes a swirling airflow in the swirling section 26.

[0077] At this time, the dust in the swirling air current is subjected to centrifugal force. For example, dust α, which is relatively bulky, such as fiber dust and hair, is sent from the first opening 31 to the first dust collection chamber 34 by centrifugal force. In contrast, dust β, which is relatively small, such as sand dust and fine fibers, is not sent from the first opening 31 to the first dust collection chamber 34, but falls from the second opening 32 to the second dust collection chamber 35. As a result, the dust-containing air becomes clean air. The clean air passes through the exhaust section 27. Thereafter, the clean air passes through the filter section 23. At this time, the filter section 23 captures the finer dust that was not separated.

[0078] Next, the tube 4 will be described with reference to FIGS. Fig. 22 is a perspective view of a tube of a cleaner of the cleaner system according to embodiment 1. Fig. 23 is a rear view of a tube of a cleaner of the cleaner system according to embodiment 1. Fig. 24 is a side view of a tube of a cleaner of the cleaner system according to embodiment 1. Fig. 25 is a vertical cross-sectional view of a tube of a cleaner of the cleaner system according to embodiment 1. Fig. 26 is a cross-sectional view taken along line HH in Fig. 24.

[0079] As shown in FIG. 22, the tube 4 includes a pipe portion 36, a cover pipe 37, a latch portion 38, a terminal portion 39, and lead wires (not shown).

[0080] The pipe portion 36 is a main component of the tubular body 4. The upper end of the pipe portion 36 is connected to the connecting pipe portion 14 on the inside of the connecting pipe portion 14 (not shown in FIG. 22).

[0081] The pipe portion 36 includes a pipe 40 and a fitting portion 41 .

[0082] The pipe 40 is the main part of the pipe section 36. The pipe 40 is formed in a cylindrical shape. The inside of the pipe 40 forms an air passage. The internal space of the pipe 40 has a longitudinal axis. The longitudinal axis is linear. The fitting section 41 is disposed at the front and bottom of the pipe section 36. The fitting section 41 is provided so as to be able to fit with a suction tool 5 not shown in FIG. 22.

[0083] The cover pipe 37 is connected to the rear part of the pipe part 36. The outer shape of the cover pipe 37 is formed in an arc shape. When the cover pipe 37 is connected to the pipe part 36, the outer shape of the pipe part 36 and the cover pipe 37 combined is a straight rod shape.

[0084] The latch portion 38 is disposed at the front and upper portion of the tube body 4. The latch portion 38 is provided on the outside of the pipe portion 36. For example, the latch portion 38 is fixed to the pipe portion 36 via a cover. For example, the latch portion 38 is directly fixed to the pipe portion 36. The center portion of the latch portion 38 is supported by the pipe portion 36. The latch portion 38 is provided so as to be able to fit with the main body 3, which is not shown in FIG. 22. Specifically, the latch portion 38 is provided so as to be able to maintain the connection between the lower end of the connection tube portion 14 and the upper end of the tube body 4. The latch portion 38 includes a latch 42a and a cover latch 42b.

[0085] As shown in FIG. 25, the latch 42a includes a button portion 43a, a latch tip portion 43b, and a spring 43c. The latch 42a displaces like a seesaw. For example, the latch 42a displaces from a first position to a second position. For example, the latch 42a displaces from the second position to the first position. The first position is a position that maintains the connection between the main body 3 and the upper end of the pipe portion 36, which are not shown in FIG. 25. The second position is a position that releases the connection between the main body 3 and the upper end of the pipe portion 36.

[0086] The latch 42a receives a force from the spring 43c so as to move the button portion 43a away from the end of the pipe portion 36. Therefore, if no external force other than the force from the spring 43c acts on the latch 42a, the latch 42a is disposed in the first position.

[0087] When the button portion 43a is pressed toward the pipe portion 36, the latch 42a is displaced from the first position to the second position. When the latch tip portion 43b comes into contact with a fitting portion of the main body 3, the latch 42a moves from the first position.

[0088] The cover latch 42b covers the latch tip 43b. For example, the cover latch 42b is inclined. For example, the cover latch 42b has a rounded shape. For example, the width of the cover latch 42b narrows as it moves away from the pipe portion 36. The cover latch 42b serves as a guide when the pipe body 4 is held by the holder 8.

[0089] When the latch 42a is in the second position and the tube 4 and the fitting portion of the connecting pipe section 14 move in a direction away from each other, the latch tip 43b is released from engagement with the fitting portion of the connecting pipe section 14. When the latch 42a is in the first position, the latch tip 43b engages with the fitting portion of the connecting pipe section 14. At this time, the convex portion of the fitting portion of the connecting pipe section 14 prevents the pipe section 36 from coming out of the connecting pipe section 14. Furthermore, when the latch tip 43b moves away from the fitting portion of the connecting pipe section 14, the latch 42a returns to the first position by the force of the spring 43c.

[0090] When the tube 4 is inserted into the main body 3, the latch tip 43b comes into contact with the fitting portion of the connection tube portion 14. When the tube 4 moves further toward the main body 3 from this state, the latch 42a moves from the first position. When the tube 4 moves further toward the main body 3 from this state, the main body 3 and the tube 4 are connected. At this time, the latch 42a returns to the first position. In this way, the main body 3 and the tube 4 are connected without the need to operate the button portion 43a.

[0091] 26, the pipe portion 36 includes a left recess 44a and a right recess 44b. For example, the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b are provided in the front portion of the pipe 40. For example, the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b are provided behind the latch portion 38. For example, the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b are vertically elongated recesses.

[0092] For example, the left recess 44a is formed on the surface of the pipe section 36 facing leftward. The right recess 44b is formed on the surface of the pipe section 36 facing rightward. In contrast, the latch portion 38 is provided on the surface of the pipe section 36 facing forward. When the tube body 4 is viewed from above, the latch portion 38 is disposed between the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b.

[0093] The left recess 44a and the right recess 44b are disposed at the same height. For example, the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b are disposed at the same height as the latch 42a and the cover latch 42b. The minimum width of the left recess 44a and the minimum width of the right recess 44b are smaller than the maximum width of the cover latch 42b.

[0094] As shown in Fig. 24, the pipe body 4 includes a left first restricting portion 45a, a right first restricting portion 45b, a left second restricting portion 46a, and a right second restricting portion 46b. The left first restricting portion 45a and the left second restricting portion 46a are disposed on the far side of Fig. 24. For this reason, the left first restricting portion 45a and the left second restricting portion 46a are not shown in Fig. 24.

[0095] For example, the left first restricting portion 45a, the right first restricting portion 45b, the left second restricting portion 46a, and the right second restricting portion 46b are provided near the upper end portion of the pipe portion 36. For example, the left first restricting portion 45a, the right first restricting portion 45b, the left second restricting portion 46a, and the right second restricting portion 46b are provided near the latch portion 38.

[0096] The left first restricting portion 45a is disposed at an upper end of the left recess 44a. The right first restricting portion 45b is disposed at an upper end of the right recess 44b. The left first restricting portion 45a and the right first restricting portion 45b are disposed at the same height. The left recess 44a is disposed at the back side of FIG. 24. For this reason, the left recess 44a is not shown in FIG. 24.

[0097] The left second restricting portion 46a is disposed at a lower end of the left recess 44a. The right second restricting portion 46b is disposed at a lower end of the right recess 44b. The left second restricting portion 46a and the right second restricting portion 46b are disposed at the same height.

[0098] Terminal portion 39 is disposed at the rear and upper portion of tube body 4. Terminal portion 39 is an intermediate part for passing electricity to suction tool 5, not shown in Fig. 24. Terminal portion 39 is connected to a lead wire, not shown in Fig. 24. A part of terminal portion 39 and the lead wire are disposed between pipe portion 36 and cover pipe 37.

[0099] Next, the suction tool will be described with reference to FIGS. Fig. 27 is a front view of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to embodiment 1. Fig. 28 is a top view of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to embodiment 1. Fig. 29 is a side view of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to embodiment 1. Fig. 30 is a bottom view of the suction tool of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to embodiment 1. Fig. 31 is a vertical sectional view of the suction tool of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to embodiment 1.

[0100] As shown in FIGS. 27 to 29, the suction tool 5 includes a suction mouth body 47 and a connecting portion .

[0101] The suction port body 47 is formed in an elongated shape. The suction port body 47 is formed in a rectangular shape in a plan view. In a plan view, the short side direction of the suction port body 47 is the cleaning direction of the suction port body 47. In a plan view, the long side direction of the suction port body 47 is a direction perpendicular to the short side direction of the suction port body 47. Most of the bottom surface of the suction port body 47 is parallel to the surface to be cleaned.

[0102] The connecting portion 48 connects a middle portion and a rear portion in the longitudinal direction of the suction port body 47 to the pipe body 4. The connecting portion 48 is provided so that the angle between the suction port body 47 and the pipe body 4 can be changed.

[0103] As shown in FIG. 30, the suction port body 47 includes a pair of front wheels 49, a pair of rear wheels 50, a suction port 51, a rotating brush 52, and an electric motor (not shown).

[0104] The pair of front wheels 49 are provided so as to be rotatable. One of the pair of front wheels 49 is provided on one side of the suction port body 47 at the center in the front-rear direction of the suction port body 47. The other of the pair of front wheels 49 is provided on the other side of the suction port body 47 at the center in the front-rear direction of the suction port body 47.

[0105] The pair of rear wheels 50 are provided so as to be rotatable. One of the pair of rear wheels 50 is provided on one side of the suction port body 47 at the rear of the suction port body 47. The other of the pair of front wheels 49 is provided on the other side of the suction port body 47 at the rear of the suction port body 47.

[0106] The suction port 51 is formed on the bottom surface of the suction port body 47. The suction port 51 opens facing downward.

[0107] Rotating brush 52 is disposed at suction port 51. Rotating brush 52 is provided so as to be able to stir up dust when rotating.

[0108] The electric motor is provided so as to be operable by power supplied directly from the main body 3 or power supplied from the main body 3 via the tube 4. The rotation of the electric motor is transmitted to the rotating brush 52 via a belt or the like.

[0109] The suction port body 47 includes a safety switch 53. The safety switch 53 is provided so as to be able to detect the surface to be cleaned. The safety switch 53 is set so as to be able to rotate the rotating brush 52 when the surface to be cleaned is detected. For example, the safety switch 53 includes a wheel 53a and an elastic member (not shown).

[0110] The wheels 53a are provided so as to be movable in the vertical direction. When the wheels 53a come into contact with the surface to be cleaned, they move upward. When the wheels 53a move to the top, they are positioned above the pair of front wheels 49 and the pair of rear wheels 50.

[0111] For example, the elastic member is a spring that returns the wheel 53a to a preset position when the wheel 53a leaves the surface to be cleaned.

[0112] As shown in Fig. 31, the connecting part 48 has a plurality of rotation axes that are not parallel to each other. For example, as shown in Fig. 31, the connecting part 48 has a rotation axis X. The rotation axis X is a rotation axis for varying the angle of the tube body 4 with respect to the suction port body 47. The rotation axis X is a rotation axis along the longitudinal direction of the suction port body 47. The rotation axis X is a rotation axis perpendicular to the cleaning direction.

[0113] For example, when the horizontal rear direction is 0°, the connecting portion 48 rotates to an angle α about the rotation axis X. For example, the connecting portion 48 rotates between 0° and 90°. Preferably, the connecting portion 48 rotates between 0° and 92°.

[0114] The connecting portion 48 includes a terminal portion 54. The terminal portion 54 is disposed at the rear and upper portion of the connecting portion 48. The terminal portion 54 is provided so as to be electrically conductive with the tube body 4 and the main body 3, which are not shown in FIG.

[0115] The connecting portion 48 includes a latch portion 55. The latch portion 55 is provided at the front and upper portion of the connecting portion 48. The latch portion 55 is provided so as to be able to fit with the tube body 4. For example, the latch portion 55 is disposed directly below the latch portion 38. For example, the latch portion 55 includes a latch 56 and a cover latch 57. When the tube body 4 and the connecting portion 48 move in directions away from each other with the latch 56 pressed, the connection between the tube body 4 and the connecting portion 48 is released.

[0116] Next, the base 6 and the support 7 will be described with reference to FIGS. Fig. 32 is a perspective view of a support device of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Fig. 33 is a top view of the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Fig. 34 is a vertical cross-sectional view of the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Fig. 35 shows essential parts of the vertical cross-sectional view of the support device of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Fig. 36 is a vertical cross-sectional view of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Fig. 37 shows essential parts of the vertical cross-sectional view of the vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1.

[0117] As shown in FIG. 32, the base 6 includes a bottom plate 58 , a fixing portion 59 , and a side wall 60 .

[0118] The bottom plate 58 forms the bottom surface of the base 6. The upper surface of the bottom plate 58 is a flat surface. The fixing portion 59 is provided on the upper surface of the bottom plate 58. The fixing portion 59 supports the lower end of the support 7. The side wall 60 is connected to the bottom plate 58 and the fixing portion 59. The side wall 60 may be connected only to the bottom plate 58.

[0119] As shown in Fig. 33, the side wall 60 includes a side wall 60a, a side wall 60b, and a side wall 60c. The side walls 60a, 60b, and 60c function as positioning parts for disposing the suction tool 5, not shown in Fig. 33, at a specific position. The specific position is a position where the suction tool 5 is disposed when the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2.

[0120] When the suction tool 5 is placed at a specific position on the upper surface of the bottom plate 58, the side walls 60a, 60b, and 60c are provided to face the suction tool 5 from three sides. Specifically, the side wall 60a is provided to face the front surface of the suction tool 5 placed at the specific position. For example, the side wall 60a is provided so that the suction tool 5 approaches from the rear. The side wall 60b is provided to face the right side surface of the suction tool 5 placed at the specific position. The side wall 60c is provided to face the left side surface of the suction tool 5 placed at the specific position. For example, the distance between the side walls 60b and 60c becomes longer toward the rear so that the suction tool 5 can easily enter.

[0121] As shown in Fig. 34, the base 6 may also include a slope portion 61. The slope portion 61 is provided to facilitate inserting the suction tool 5, not shown in Fig. 34, into a specific position without lifting it. The upper surface of the slope portion 61 is an inclined surface. The slope portion 61 is adjacent to the bottom plate 58. That is, the inclined surface of the slope portion 61 is adjacent to the flat surface of the bottom plate 58. The height of the inclined surface decreases from the flat surface of the bottom plate 58 toward the rear.

[0122] As shown in FIG. 35, the base body 6 includes a control unit 62 and a sheet metal member 63.

[0123] For example, the control unit 62 has a function of controlling charging of a secondary battery of the battery unit 13 not shown in Fig. 35. For example, the control unit 62 has a function of converting external AC power into DC power.

[0124] The sheet metal member 63 has a function as a weight. The sheet metal member 63 has a function of preventing the spread of fire due to the combustion of the control unit 62. The sheet metal member 63 has a function of protecting the control unit 62. The sheet metal member 63 has a function of firmly fixing the base 6 and the support 7 not shown in FIG. 35. For example, the sheet metal member 63 is formed of a flame-retardant material. For example, the sheet metal member 63 has a self-extinguishing property, that is, the sheet metal member 63 burns while exposed to a flame, but extinguishes the fire when it is removed from the flame, and the fire is unlikely to spread. For example, the sheet metal member 63 is a steel plate having a thickness of 1.6 mm or more. Preferably, the sheet metal member 63 is a steel plate having a thickness of 2.0 mm or more. For example, the sheet metal member 63 is a steel plate made of SGHC material. The sheet metal member 63 covers at least a part of the control unit 62. For example, the sheet metal member 63 covers the upper part of the control unit 17. Preferably, the sheet metal member 63 covers the entire control unit 17.

[0125] As shown in Figs. 36 and 37, the support 7 is provided so as not to break when supporting a heavy object such as the main body 3. For example, at least a part of the exterior of the support 7 is formed of a material stronger than a resin material. For example, at least a part of the exterior of the support 7 is formed of a metal material. The metal material extends in the vertical direction. For example, the metal material extends from the lower end to the upper end of the support 7. For example, the metal material is firmly fixed to a sheet metal member 63 not shown in Figs. 36 and 37.

[0126] Next, the holder 8 will be described with reference to FIGS. Figure 38 is a perspective view of a holder for a support device of a vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Figure 39 is a front view of the holder for a support device of a vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Figure 40 is a longitudinal sectional view showing essential parts of the holder for a support device of a vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Figure 41 is a perspective view of essential parts of the holder for a support device of a vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Figure 42 is a longitudinal sectional view showing essential parts of a vacuum cleaner system in embodiment 1. Figure 43 is a longitudinal sectional view showing essential parts of a cross section taken along line II in Figure 42. Figure 44 is a longitudinal sectional view showing essential parts of a cross section taken along line NN in Figure 42.

[0127] As shown in FIG. 38, the holder 8 includes a holding case 64 , a pipe holder 65 , a main body holder 66 , and a release portion 67 .

[0128] The holding case 64 is fixed to the upper part of the support 7, which is not shown in FIG. 38. A part of the holding case 64 has a concave shape when viewed from above. A space exists in the concave part of the holding case 64. The space opens upward and downward. The space opens backward in a vertically aligned manner.

[0129] 39, the holding case 64 includes an inner wall 64a, an inner wall 64b, and an inner wall 64c. The inner walls 64a, 64b, and 64c form a part of the concave shape of the holding case 64. The inner wall 64a is the inner wall located at the back side and disposed between the inner walls 64b and 64c, among the inner walls forming the part of the concave shape.

[0130] Although not shown, the holding case 64 includes a plurality of shaft support parts. For example, each of the plurality of shaft support parts is a hole. For example, a part of each of the plurality of shaft support parts is arc-shaped. For example, a part of each of the plurality of shaft support parts is cut out.

[0131] The tube holding part 65 is supported by the holding case 64. The tube holding part 65 holds the vacuum cleaner 1, not shown in Fig. 39. For example, the tube holding part 65 holds the vacuum cleaner 1 by sandwiching it from both sides. Specifically, the tube holding part 65 holds the upper end part of the tube 4 by sandwiching it from both sides. The tube holding part 65 may also sandwich the main body 3 from both sides.

[0132] The main body holding part 66 is supported by the holding case 64. The main body holding part 66 is disposed above the tube body holding part 65. The main body holding part 66 holds the main body 3. For example, the main body holding part 66 holds the connection tube part 14. Specifically, the main body holding part 66 holds the connection tube part 14 by sandwiching it from both sides. The main body holding part 66 may also hold a part of the main body 3 by sandwiching it. The main body holding part 66 can charge the main body 3.

[0133] The release portion 67 protrudes from the inner wall 64a of the holding case 64. For example, the upper end and the lower end of the release portion 67 that are distant from the inner wall 64a may be inclined. The lower end may protrude substantially perpendicularly from the inner wall 64a. In other words, only the upper end may be inclined. For example, the upper end and the lower end of the release portion 67 that are distant from the inner wall 64a are rounded. Although not shown in FIG. 39, the release portion 67 is disposed above the button portion 43a of the latch portion 38 or at the same height. The width of the release portion 67 is smaller than the width of the button portion 43a.

[0134] As shown in FIG. 41, for example, the pipe holder 65 includes a left holder 68a, a right holder 68b, and a spring 69.

[0135] For example, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are disposed so as to face each other. For example, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are disposed symmetrically.

[0136] The left holding part 68a includes a left shaft part 70a. The left shaft part 70a is provided in front of the left holding part 68a. The left shaft part 70a protrudes from the upper end and the lower end of the left holding part 68a. The left shaft part 70a is rotatably supported by a shaft support part of the holding case 64, which is not shown in FIG. 41. The rotation direction of the left holding part 68a at this time is perpendicular to the up-down direction of the vacuum cleaner system. The rotation direction is horizontal to the floor surface.

[0137] The right holding part 68b includes a right shaft part 70b. The right shaft part 70b is provided in front of the right holding part 68b. The right shaft part 70b protrudes from the upper end and the lower end of the right holding part 68b. The right shaft part 70b is rotatably supported by a shaft support part of the holding case 64, which is not shown in FIG. 41. The rotation direction of the right holding part 68b at this time is perpendicular to the up-down direction of the vacuum cleaner system. The rotation direction is horizontal to the floor surface.

[0138] For example, the spring 69 is a tension spring. It is disposed rearward of the left shaft portion 70a and the right shaft portion 70b. The spring 69 is connected to the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b. The spring 69 draws the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b toward each other by an initial tension. The spring 69 brings the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b closest to each other when no external force other than the spring 69's own force acts on the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b.

[0139] As shown in FIG. 41, main body holding portion 66 includes left holding portion 71a, right holding portion 71b, spring 72, and a support device side charging terminal portion.

[0140] A part of the left holding portion 71a and a part of the right holding portion 71b are formed in a triangular shape when viewed from above. The left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b are disposed at the same height. The left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b are disposed symmetrically.

[0141] The left holding part 71a includes a left shaft part 73a. The left shaft part 73a is provided at the front part of the left holding part 71a. The left shaft part 73a is cylindrical. The left shaft part 73a protrudes from the upper end and the lower end of the left holding part 71a. The left shaft part 73a is rotatably supported by a shaft support part of the holding case 64, which is not shown in FIG. 41. The rotation direction of the left holding part 71a at this time is perpendicular to the vertical axis of the vacuum cleaner system. The rotation direction is horizontal to the floor surface.

[0142] The right holding part 71b includes a right shaft part 73b. The right shaft part 73b is provided at the front part of the right holding part 71b. The right shaft part 73b is cylindrical. The right shaft part 73b protrudes from the upper end and the lower end of the right holding part 71b. The right shaft part 73b is rotatably supported by a shaft support part of the holding case 64, which is not shown in FIG. 41. In this case, the rotation direction of the right holding part 71b is perpendicular to the vertical axis of the vacuum cleaner system. The rotation direction is horizontal to the floor surface.

[0143] For example, the spring 72 is a tension spring. It is disposed rearward of the left shaft portion 73a and the right shaft portion 73b. The spring 72 is connected to the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b. The initial tension of the spring 72 draws the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b toward each other. The spring 72 brings the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b closest to each other when no external force other than the force of the spring 72 acts on the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b.

[0144] As shown in FIG. 41, the main body holding portion 66 includes a left supporting device side charging terminal portion 74a and a right supporting device side charging terminal portion 74b.

[0145] The left supporting device charging terminal 74a is provided below an inclined portion provided at the top of the left holding portion 71a, and the right supporting device charging terminal 74b is provided below an inclined portion provided at the top of the right holding portion 71b.

[0146] The left side support device charging terminal portion 74a and the right side support device charging terminal portion 74b are formed of triangular metal plates. The left side support device charging terminal portion 74a and the right side support device charging terminal portion 74b are formed so as to be tapered. The left side support device charging terminal portion 74a and the right side support device charging terminal portion 74b are formed so that the depth width becomes smaller as the distance between them in the left-right direction becomes closer. The left side support device charging terminal portion 74a and the right side support device charging terminal portion 74b are arranged at the same height. The left side support device charging terminal portion 74a and the right side support device charging terminal portion 74b are arranged symmetrically.

[0147] In FIG. 44, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b have tips. The tips of the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b may be located at the closest distance in the portion of the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b that is exposed to the outside. The left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b may also be located so that their tips face each other. The left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b have a rearward inclined surface that inclines rearward from the tip. The left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b have a frontward inclined surface that inclines forward from the tip. As shown in FIG. 44, the length from the tip is formed such that the rearward inclined surface is longer than the frontward inclined surface. Also, the angle from the tip is more gently inclined at the rearward inclined surface than the frontward inclined surface. In other words, at a position equally distant forward and backward from the tip, the distance between the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b is narrower at the rearward inclined surface than at the frontward inclined surface. In other words, the distance between the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b changes more gradually on the rear inclined surface than on the front inclined surface. As a result, the tube 4 is easily supported by the holder 8 and is less likely to come off from the holder 8. In other words, the force required to remove the tube 4 from the support device is greater than the force required to support the tube 4 on the support device 2. In other words, the force required to remove the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2 is greater than the force required to support the vacuum cleaner 1 on the support device 2.

[0148] 44, before the pipe 4 comes into contact with the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, the distance between the tip of the left holding portion 68a and the tip of the right holding portion 68b is shorter than the width of the latch portion 38. The distance between the tip of the left holding portion 68a and the tip of the right holding portion 68b is shorter than the distance and width between the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b.

[0149] When the latch portion 38 comes into contact with the left side retaining portion 68a and the right side retaining portion 68b and then moves so as to be pressed against the left side retaining portion 68a and the right side retaining portion 68b, the left side retaining portion 68a and the right side retaining portion 68b are displaced in a direction widening the distance between them.

[0150] When the latch portion 38 moves further so as to be pressed against the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, the tip of the left holding portion 68a and the tip of the right holding portion 68b are housed in the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b, respectively. At this time, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are displaced in a direction narrowing the distance between them. As a result, the pipe 4 is held by the holder 8 in a state where it is sandwiched between the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b.

[0151] With the tip of the left holding portion 68a and the tip of the right holding portion 68b housed in the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b, respectively, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b press against the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b by the force of the spring 69. Unless an external force other than the spring 69, such as an external force from the user, acts, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b continue to press against the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b by the force of the spring 69. As a result, the pipe 4 faces up and down while being held by the holder 8.

[0152] When the pipe portion 36 moves in a direction away from the holder 8, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are displaced in a direction that increases the distance between them. For example, when the pipe portion 36 moves rearward, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are displaced in a direction that increases the distance between them. When the pipe portion 36 comes off the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are positioned at their closest positions by the force of the spring 69.

[0153] Although not shown in detail, when the pipe 4 is held by the holder 8, the lower surface of the left first restricting portion 45a is disposed above the left holding portion 68a. The lower surface of the right first restricting portion 45b is disposed above the right holding portion 68b. The upper surface of the left second restricting portion 46a is disposed below the left holding portion 68a. The upper surface of the right second restricting portion 46b is disposed below the right holding portion 68b.

[0154] The pipe 4 is supported by the left first restricting portion 45a and the right first restricting portion 45b contacting the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, respectively. Preferably, the pipe 4 is supported by the left first restricting portion 45a and the right first restricting portion 45b contacting the upper end portion of the left holding portion 68a and the upper end portion of the right holding portion 68b, respectively.

[0155] When the tube 4 moves upward while held by the holder 8, the left second restricting portion 46a and the right second restricting portion 46b come into contact with the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, respectively. Preferably, the left second restricting portion 46a and the right second restricting portion 46b come into contact with the lower end of the left holding portion 68a and the lower end of the right holding portion 68b, respectively. As a result, the upward movement of the tube 4 is restricted.

[0156] Furthermore, regardless of whether the suction tool 5 is connected to the pipe body 4, the left first restricting portion 45a and the right first restricting portion 45b are supported by the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, respectively. As a result, the pipe body 4 is supported by the support device 2 without changing its attitude and position. At this time, if the suction tool 5 is connected to the pipe body 4, the rear wheels 50 of the suction tool 5 will be slightly lifted off the upper surface of the bottom plate 58.

[0157] In a state where the main body 3 is removed from the support device 2, the distance between the left side support device side charging terminal part 74a and the right side support device side charging terminal part 74b is shorter than the distance between the left side main body side charging terminal part L and the right side main body side charging terminal part R. When the main body 3 approaches the support device 2, the left side main body side charging terminal part L and the right side main body side charging terminal part R come into contact with the left side support device side charging terminal part 74a and the right side support device side charging terminal part 74b, respectively. After that, when the left side main body side charging terminal part L and the right side main body side charging terminal part R move so as to be pressed against the left side support device side charging terminal part 74a and the right side support device side charging terminal part 74b, the left side support device side charging terminal part 74a and the right side support device side charging terminal part 74b are displaced in a direction in which the distance between them becomes wider. At this time, the left side holding part 71a and the right side holding part 71b are displaced in a direction in which the distance between them becomes wider. When the main body 3 is supported by the stand device 2, the main body holding portion 66 holds the left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R so as to sandwich them. As a result, the main body 3 is stabilized in a state where it is supported by the stand device 2. When the main body 3 is removed from the stand device 2, the left support device side charging terminal portion 74a and the right support device side charging terminal portion 74b are positioned at the closest positions by the force of the spring 72.

[0158] In addition, a part of the left holding portion 71a and a part of the right holding portion 71b are triangular in top view. Furthermore, an inclined portion is formed at the upper portion of the left holding portion 71a and the upper portion of the right holding portion 71b. Therefore, even if the left body side charging terminal portion L and the right body side charging terminal portion R contact the left side holding portion 71a and the right side holding portion 71b from above or from behind, respectively, the distance between the left side holding portion 71a and the right side holding portion 71b increases. Furthermore, even if the main body 3 moves in either the upward or backward direction, the main body 3 comes off the support device 2.

[0159] When the main body 3 is supported by the support device 2, the left side main body charging terminal L and the right side main body charging terminal R come into contact with the left side support device charging terminal 74a and the right side support device charging terminal 74b. As a result, a power supply path is connected from the support device 2 connected to an external AC power source such as a commercial power source to the main body 3. At this time, the base 6 converts AC power into DC power using a built-in power conversion circuit and supplies it to the left side support device charging terminal 74a and the right side support device charging terminal 74b. The left side main body charging terminal L and the right side main body charging terminal R supply DC power to the battery via lead wires (not shown) arranged inside the main body 3.

[0160] When the pipe 4 moves upward, the button portion 43a moves upward while being pressed by the release portion 67. As a result, the latch 42a is placed in the second position. At this time, the latch portion 38 is disengaged from the fitting portion of the connection pipe portion 14.

[0161] When the tube 4 moves further upward after the latch 42a is placed in the second position, the left second restricting portion 46a and the right second restricting portion 46b come into contact with the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, respectively. As a result, the upward movement of the tube 4 is restricted. When the main body 3 moves further upward, the main body 3 comes off the tube 4.

[0162] With the pipe 4 supported by the support device 2, when the main body 3 is brought closer to the support device 2 from above, the latch tip 43b comes into contact with the fitting portion of the connection pipe 14. When the main body 3 is then brought even closer to the support device 2 from above, the main body 3 and the pipe 4 are connected. Furthermore, the main body 3 and the support device 2 are connected.

[0163] When attaching or detaching the tube 4 from the holder 8, no external force other than the force from the spring 43c acts on the latch portion 38. At this time, the latch 42a maintains the state in which it is disposed in the first position.

[0164] In addition, the vacuum cleaner system will tip over if it is tilted beyond a preset range with the base 6 as a fulcrum. However, when the tilt angle is within 10°, for example, when the support device 2 is placed on a mounting surface tilted by 10° or less, in other words, in a state where no external force other than gravity and the tilted surface acts, the vacuum cleaner system and the support device 2 alone will not tip over, and in a vacuum cleaner system in which the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the vacuum cleaner 1 will not come off the support device 2. In addition, the values ​​of the tipping angle of the vacuum cleaner system or the support device 2 and the release angle at which the vacuum cleaner 1 comes off the support device 2 are preset for a state in which the mounting surface is tilted backward, in other words, a state in which the mounting surface is tilted in a direction in which the vacuum cleaner 1 comes off the support device 2. The center of gravity of the vacuum cleaner 1 is located at a position higher than the center of gravity of the support device 2. Therefore, the tipping angle of the vacuum cleaner 1 when supported by the support device 2 is smaller than the tipping angle of the support device 2. Also, the release angle is set between the tipping angle of the vacuum cleaner system and the tipping angle of the support device 2.

[0165] In addition, when the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, if a force is applied gradually backward, the vacuum cleaner 1 will tip over. However, when the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the release force is set so that when a force is applied gradually backward to the vacuum cleaner 1, the vacuum cleaner 1 will be removed from the support device 2 sooner than the vacuum cleaner 1 will tip over while supported by the support device 2. In other words, when a force is applied backward to the main body 3 while the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the force required to remove the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2 is smaller than the force required to tip over when a force is applied backward to the main body 3 while the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2. The place where the force is applied is, for example, the handle 10. In addition, the force required to tip over while the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 is the force required to reach a tipping angle at which the vacuum cleaner 1 can tip over when the vacuum cleaner 1 is placed on a horizontal surface and the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 and a force is applied backward, the vacuum cleaner 1 is tilted with the base 6, for example, the rear end of the base 6, as a fulcrum.

[0166] According to the first embodiment described above, the handle 10 is formed continuously from the rear end to the front end of the case part 12. For example, the rear end and the front end of the handle 10 are parallel. For example, the middle part of the handle 10 is curved and connected to the rear end and the front end of the handle 10. Therefore, an appropriate gripping location can be secured depending on the cleaning scene. As a result, the user can grip a part that is easy to grip depending on the cleaning scene.

[0167] Furthermore, with the suction tool 5 supported by the support device 2, the front parts of the main body 3, the tube 4 and the suction tool 5 face the support device 2. For example, the front part of the vacuum cleaner 1 is positioned closer to the support 7 or to an imaginary extension line of the support 7 than the rear part of the vacuum cleaner 1. For example, the front part of the tube 4 is positioned closer to the support 7 than the rear part of the tube 4. For example, the front part or upper part of the suction tool 5 is positioned closer to the support 7 than the rear part or lower part.

[0168] Furthermore, the main body 3, the tube 4, and the suction tool 5 are supported by the support device 2 in a state where they are connected as one unit. That is, the height of the vacuum cleaner system is increased. For example, the maximum height of the vacuum cleaner system is greater than the maximum length of the support device 2 when viewed from above.

[0169] Furthermore, the support device 2 charges the secondary battery of the main body 3. The support device 2 requires an AC power source. For example, the power cord of the support device 2 is connected to a wall outlet. For this reason, it is better to install the support device 2 close to a wall. When the support device 2 is installed close to a wall, it is possible to prevent a user from accidentally touching the support device 2. It is possible to limit the direction in which the support device 2 falls. It is possible to prevent a user from getting their foot caught on the power cord.

[0170] Furthermore, when the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the user stands behind the vacuum cleaner 1. In this state, the front of the support device 2 faces the wall. The rear of the vacuum cleaner 1 faces the user. In this state, the user removes the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2. For example, when cleaning a place other than a high position such as a floor or a desk, the user uses the vacuum cleaner 1 at an angle with the rear of the main body 3 facing toward the user. The rear of the vacuum cleaner 1 faces the user both when attaching and detaching the support device 2 and the vacuum cleaner 1 and when cleaning. Therefore, there is no need to change the orientation of the vacuum cleaner 1 when attaching and detaching the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 and when cleaning, which makes the vacuum cleaner 1 easier to use.

[0171] Moreover, the handle 10 extends in the front-rear direction. The user grasps the handle 10 when attaching or detaching the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2. The direction in which the handle 10 is grasped at this time is the same as the direction in which the handle 10 is grasped during cleaning. Therefore, there is no need to change the grip of the handle 10 when attaching or detaching the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2 and when cleaning, which improves the ease of use of the vacuum cleaner 1. In particular, there is no need to support the main body 3 with the hand opposite to the hand gripping the handle 10. There is no need for a second handle or the like.

[0172] Also, the handle 10 may be formed from the upper end to the front. In this case, when the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the front of the handle 10 is located at a lower position than the upper end. Therefore, the user can easily clean by holding the handle 10. For example, the user can easily attach and detach the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 by holding the upper end of the handle 10. In this case, it is not necessary to change the position where the handle 10 is held. However, the position where the handle 10 is held may be changed depending on the shape of the vacuum cleaner 1 or the place where the vacuum cleaner 1 is used. This makes it possible to improve the usability of the vacuum cleaner 1. In particular, it is not necessary to support the main body 3 with the hand opposite to the hand that holds the handle 10. A second handle or the like is not required.

[0173] Also, the handle 10 may be formed from the upper end to the rear. When the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the front of the handle 10 is located at a lower position than the upper end. Therefore, the user can easily clean by holding the handle 10. For example, the worker can hold the rear of the handle 10 and attach / detach the vacuum cleaner 1 to / from the support device 2 without straining the elbow, shoulder, or wrist. For example, the user can hold the upper end of the handle 10 to attach / detach the vacuum cleaner 1 to / from the support device 2 and clean without changing the position of holding the handle 10. However, the position of holding the handle 10 may be changed depending on the shape of the vacuum cleaner 1 or the place where the vacuum cleaner 1 is used. For example, the rear of the handle 10 may be held when attaching / detaching the vacuum cleaner 1 to / from the support device 2, and the position of holding the handle 10 may be shifted slightly forward when cleaning. Therefore, the usability of the vacuum cleaner 1 can be improved. In particular, there is no need to support the main body 3 with the hand opposite to the hand holding the handle 10. There is no need for a second handle or the like.

[0174] In addition, in the support device 2, the heavy objects such as the support 7 and the metal plate are arranged on one side of the center of the support device 2. For example, the heavy objects such as the support 7 and the metal plate are arranged forward of the center of the support device 2. Therefore, the center of gravity of the support device 2 is arranged forward of the center of the support device 2. The tube body 4 is arranged on the other end side of the support device 2 from the center of the support device 2. For example, the tube body 4 is arranged rearward of the support device 2 from the center of the support device 2. Therefore, the tube body 4 is arranged with a space in the front-rear direction between the support body 7 and the vacuum cleaner 1 when the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2. As a result, it is easier to see the back side of the vacuum cleaner system in a side view. For example, it is easier to see people. For example, it is easier to see short objects such as small children. Therefore, safety around the vacuum cleaner system can be ensured.

[0175] Moreover, the main body 3 is disposed above the suction tool 5. The center of the main body 3 is disposed forward of the center of the tube 4. Therefore, the center of gravity of the main body 3 is disposed at the same position as the center of the tube 4 or forward of the tube 4. At this time, the center of gravity of the main body 3 and the tube 4 or the center of gravity of the vacuum cleaner 1 is disposed at the same position as the center of the tube 4 or forward of the center of the tube 4. Preferably, the center of the main body 3 is disposed forward of the tube 4. The center of gravity of the vacuum cleaner 1 is disposed forward of the center of the tube 4. The center of gravity of the support device 2 is disposed forward of the center of the support device 2. In a state in which the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the center of gravity of the vacuum cleaner 1 is disposed rearward of the center of the support device 2. At this time, the center of gravity of the vacuum cleaner 1 and the center of gravity of the support device 2 are disposed on opposite sides of each other with respect to the center of the support device 2. Therefore, the centers of gravity of the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 are not biased to one side in the front-rear direction, and thus the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support 7 can be prevented from falling over. Furthermore, when the vacuum cleaner 1 is removed rearward from the stand device 2, the stand device 2 can be prevented from tipping over.

[0176] Moreover, in a state where the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the center of gravity of the main body 3 is located forward of the rotation axis X of the suction port body 47. The support 7 is disposed forward of the center of the vacuum cleaner system. The center of gravity of the support 7 and the holder 8 combined is disposed forward of the center of the vacuum cleaner system. The main body 3 is disposed at a position rearward of the center of the vacuum cleaner system and closer to the center of the vacuum cleaner system. In this case, the center of gravity of the main body 3, the tube body 4, and the holder 8 combined is closer to the center of the vacuum cleaner system than the center of gravity of the tube body 4 and the holder 8 combined. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the center of gravity of the vacuum cleaner system from being biased to one side in the front-rear direction. As a result, it is possible to prevent the vacuum cleaner system from tipping over. Even if the center of gravity of the vacuum cleaner system is disposed at a higher position by the vacuum cleaner 1 being supported by the support device 2, the center of gravity of the vacuum cleaner system is disposed at a position closer to the center than the center of gravity of the support device 2. Therefore, it is possible to maintain the prevention of the vacuum cleaner system from tipping over.

[0177] Moreover, the sheet metal member 63 is formed of a flame-retardant material. The sheet metal member 63 covers the control unit 62. The support device 2 is heavier than the vacuum cleaner 1. Therefore, even if an abnormality occurs in the control unit 62, the spread of fire to surrounding resin parts and the like can be suppressed. The support device 2 can be prevented from falling over when the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 are attached or detached. As a result, the safety of the vacuum cleaner system can be improved.

[0178] In addition, both ends of the rear of the suction tool 5 are rounded. The bottom plate 58 is circular. The base 6 is circular in top view. The side of the base 6 is arc-shaped. When the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the side of the suction tool 5 and the base 6 combined is circular. In the vacuum cleaner system, the upper part of the suction tool 5 and the base 6 is arranged inside the bottom plate 58 in top view. In this case, the appearance of the vacuum cleaner system is circular in top view. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the vacuum cleaner system from falling over in all directions. By eliminating the corners of the vacuum cleaner system, it is possible to suppress the person's feet from getting caught, and it is possible to easily install the vacuum cleaner system in the living space. Furthermore, by arranging the main body 3, the tube body 4, the support 7, the holder 8, and the base 6 inside, it is possible to suppress the person from accidentally touching the support device 2, and the safety of the vacuum cleaner system can be improved.

[0179] The support device 2 may support the main body 3. For example, the support device 2 may support the dust collecting unit 11 or the handle 10. For example, the main body 3 may be held at the same height as the upper end of the dust collecting unit 11 or above the upper end. Also, for example, the main body 3 may be held above the lower end of the battery unit 13. Preferably, the support device 2 may support the bottom of the dust collecting unit 11 or the front of the handle 10. If the front of the handle 10 has a bottom, the bottom may be supported. For example, a support part may be provided at the rear or upper part of the support 7, and the main body 3 may be held by the support part. In other words, a support part may be provided directly above the support 7, and the main body 3 may be held. This allows the stability of the vacuum cleaner system to be increased by supporting at least a part of the main body 3 in addition to the tube body 4. Only the main body 3 from which the tube body 4 has been removed can be supported by the support device 2, and the versatility of the vacuum cleaner system can be expanded. Also, by holding the vacuum cleaner 1 at a high position, the vacuum cleaner 1 is less likely to come off the support device 2. Furthermore, by gripping the upper side, heavy objects such as batteries are less likely to come off the support device 2. For example, when removing the vacuum cleaner 1 with the rotation axis X of the suction tool 5 as a fulcrum, gripping the upper side can increase the stability of the vacuum cleaner system even if the vacuum cleaner 1 is gripped with the same force. For this reason, it is preferable to hold the main body 3 at the above-mentioned height. As a result, the vacuum cleaner system can be made easier to use.

[0180] Also, the support device 2 may support the bottom of the dust collecting unit 11. For example, when the main body 3 and the tube 4 are connected to the support device 2, the dust collecting unit 11 may be slightly floating from the holder 8. For example, when the main body 3 is released from the tube 4, the support device 2 may support the area directly below the center of gravity of the main body 3. In other words, when the main body 3 is released from the tube 4, the bottom of the dust collecting unit 11 may be supported by the support device 2. It is preferably supported by the upper surface of the holder 8. However, it is not necessary to directly support the area directly below the center of gravity of the main body 3. For example, it is sufficient to support it on an arc, and the center of gravity in a top view may be inside the arc. For example, it is sufficient to support it at three or more points, and the center of gravity in a top view may be inside a square connecting the points. As a result, the center of gravity is located within the supported area, so it does not fall over. In addition, the stability of the main body 3 when installed on the support device 2 can be improved, making it easy to use.

[0181] Moreover, the vacuum cleaner 1 can be removed from the support device 2 by moving backward from a state in which the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2. Therefore, the vacuum cleaner 1 can be removed from the support device 2 without lifting the vacuum cleaner 1 upward, which can improve the ease of use of the vacuum cleaner 1.

[0182] Moreover, the vacuum cleaner 1 can be removed from the support device 2 by rotating backward about the rotation axis X of the suction tool 5 from a state in which the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device. Therefore, the vacuum cleaner 1 can be removed from the support device 2 without lifting the vacuum cleaner 1 upward, which can improve the ease of use of the vacuum cleaner 1.

[0183] Furthermore, when the holder 8 holds the tube 4 in a state where the tube 4 is detached from the main body 3, the main body 3 moves in a specific direction, whereby the main body 3 is supported by the support device 2 and the main body 3 and the tube 4 are connected. The specific direction here is, for example, a downward direction. Therefore, for example, after using the main body 3 as a handheld vacuum cleaner to clean, the main body 3 is supported by the support device 2, and is connected to the tube 4. This eliminates the need to connect the main body and the tube 4, making the vacuum cleaner 1 easier to use.

[0184] The holder 8 holds the pipe 4 in a state where the pipe 4 and the suction tool 5 are connected and the rear wheel of the suction tool 5 is lifted up. In this case, even if the height of the suction tool 5 changes due to adhesion of dust to the suction tool 5 or variation in the dimensions of the suction tool 5, the connection between the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 can be prevented from becoming loose.

[0185] Moreover, the support device 2 holds the tube 4 in a state where the tube 4 is connected to the main body 3 and in a state where the tube 4 is released from the connection with the main body 3. Preferably, the holder 8 holds the tube 4. In this case, the holder 8 holds the tube 4 whether or not the suction tool 5 is connected to the tube 4. In other words, the support device 2 can support only the tube 4. Therefore, when the main body 3 is used in a state where it is released from the connection with the tube 4, the tube 4 can be maintained in a state where it is held by the support device 2. Also, for example, when the suction tool 5 is directly connected to the main body 3 while cleaning with the vacuum cleaner 1, the removed tube 4 can be supported by the support device 2. As a result, no space other than the support device 2 is required for the placement of the tube 4, and there is no problem with the placement of the tube 4. For example, there is no need to place the tube 4 on the floor. There is no need to lean the tube 4 against a wall. The tube 4 leaned against a wall will not fall over. The tube 4 will not be lost.

[0186] In addition, the support device 2 holds the tube 4 in a state where the tube 4 released from the main body 3 is connected to the suction tool 5 and in a state where the tube 4 connected to the main body 3 is connected to the suction tool 5. Therefore, when the main body 3 is used in a state where it is released from the connection with the tube 4, the tube 4 and the suction tool 5 can be maintained in a state where they are held by the support device 2. As a result, no space other than the support device 2 is required for the placement of the tube 4 and the suction tool 5, and there is no problem with the placement of the tube 4 and the suction tool 5. For example, there is no need to place the tube 4 and the suction tool 5 on the floor. There is no need to lean the tube 4 and the suction tool 5 against a wall. The tube 4 leaned against the wall will not fall over. The tube 4 and the suction tool 5 will not be lost.

[0187] Furthermore, the support device 2 holds the tube 4 in the same posture regardless of the connection state between the suction tool 5 and the main body 3. This prevents the tube 4 from being lost. Furthermore, with the support device 2, the floor area required to support the vacuum cleaner 1 does not change regardless of the connection state between the suction tool 5 and the main body 3.

[0188] Furthermore, the support device 2 holds the tube 4 such that the attachment / detachment direction of the tube 4 released from the main body 3 is horizontal. Therefore, the tube 4 can be easily attached / detached to / from the holder 8 without lifting the tube 4 in a direction against gravity. This is particularly effective when the main body 3 on which a heavy object is placed is connected to the tube 4. In this case, if the suction tool 5 connected to the tube 4 is moved in a specific horizontal direction while in contact with the bottom plate 58, the tube 4 can be attached / detached to / from the holder 8 without feeling any weight.

[0189] Furthermore, when the support device 2 supports the main body 3 while holding the tube 4 released from the connection with the main body 3, the tube 4 is connected to the main body 3. In other words, when the main body 3 approaches the support device 2 from above, the main body 3 is supported by the support device 2 and is connected to the tube 4 supported by the support device 2. For example, when the main body 3 moves downward, the main body 3 is supported by the support device 2. At this time, the tube 4 is connected to the main body. Therefore, when the main body 3 is used for cleaning as a handheld vacuum cleaner and then supported by the support device 2, the connection between the tube 4 and the main body 3 and the support of the main body 3 to the support device 2 can be performed simultaneously.

[0190] In addition, at least one of the holder 8 and the tube 4 restricts the tube 4 from moving downward. For example, the tube 4 includes a left first restricting portion 45a and a right first restricting portion 45b. Therefore, even if the holding force of the tube 4 is weak, the tube 4 can be prevented from shifting downward. For example, even in a state where the main body 3 and the tube 4 are connected, the tube 4 can be prevented from shifting downward. As a result, the connection between the main body 3 and the tube 4 and the attachment and detachment between the tube 4 and the holder 8 can be reliably performed.

[0191] In addition, when the holder 8 holds the tube 4, at least one of the holder 8 and the tube 4 restricts the tube 4 from moving upward. For example, the tube 4 includes a left second restricting portion 46a and a right second restricting portion 46b. In this case, the holder 8 holds the tube 4 with the attachment / detachment direction of the tube 4 being horizontal. When the main body 3 moves upward in a state where the tube 4 and the main body 3 are connected, the left second restricting portion 46a and the right second restricting portion 46b restrict the upward movement of the tube 4. As a result, only the main body 3 moves upward, and the main body 3 is removed from the tube 4. Therefore, by changing the moving direction and removal direction of the main body 3, cleaning of only the main body 3 and cleaning in a state where the main body 3 and the tube 4 are connected can be selected.

[0192] Furthermore, when the tube 4 moves upward while being held by the holder 8, the holder 8 changes the position of the latch 42a of the tube 4, thereby releasing the connection between the tube 4 and the main body 3. If the tube 4 moves further upward, the upward movement of the tube is restricted. In this case, even if the latch portion 38 is provided, the tube 4 and the main body 3 can be easily attached and detached. For example, if a user moves the main body 3 upward while holding the handle 10, the main body 3 is detached from the support device 2 while the tube 4 is held by the support device 2. Therefore, by changing the moving direction and detaching direction of the main body 3, cleaning of only the main body 3 and cleaning of the main body 3 and the tube 4 connected to each other can be selected.

[0193] Furthermore, when the holder 8 holds the main body 3, it supplies power to the battery of the main body 3. Therefore, when the main body 3 is left in the support device 2 during maintenance of the suction tool 5 and the pipe body 4, the battery of the main body 3 can be charged without requiring extra space.

[0194] Furthermore, the holder 8 holds the front part of the tube 4 behind the support 7. In this case, the rear of the tube 4 faces the user when the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 are attached or detached, and when cleaning with the vacuum cleaner 1. Therefore, it is not necessary to change the orientation of the vacuum cleaner 1 when the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 are attached or detached, and when cleaning with the vacuum cleaner 1.

[0195] Note that if the holder has sufficient holding power to hold the tube body 4, a restricting portion may not be provided. Also, if the suction tool 5 is supported by the bottom plate 58 while the suction tool 5 and the tube body 4 are connected, the holding power of the holder does not need to be strong. For example, if the suction tool 5 is supported with its bottom parallel to the bottom plate 58, the tube body 4 will not slide downward and can maintain its position even without a restricting portion and while the main body 3 and the tube body 4 are connected.

[0196] The pipe portion 36 may also be held by the holder 8 .

[0197] The release angle is set between the tipping angle of the support device 2 and the tipping angle of the vacuum cleaner 1 supported by the support device 2. In other words, the angle at which the vacuum cleaner 1 supported by the support device 2 comes off the support device 2 when tilted backward with the base body 6 as a fulcrum is between the angle at which the support device 2 supporting the vacuum cleaner 1 tips over when tilted backward with the base body 6 as a fulcrum and the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, and the angle at which the support device 2 tips over when tilted backward with the base body 6 as a fulcrum and the vacuum cleaner 1 is removed. This makes it difficult for the vacuum cleaner 1 to come off the support device 2 inadvertently, and the vacuum cleaner 1 is not difficult to come off the support device 2, making it easy to use.

[0198] Furthermore, the force required to remove the main body 3 from the support device 2 in the horizontal direction may be greater than the force required to support the main body 3 in the horizontal direction on the support device 2. Furthermore, the force required to remove the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2 in the horizontal direction may be greater than the force required to support the vacuum cleaner 1 in the horizontal direction on the support device 2. This makes it less likely to come off accidentally, improving stability.

[0199] Furthermore, the force required to act backward on the main body 3 and remove the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2 while the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 is smaller than the force required to act backward on the main body 3 and tip over while the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2. This allows the vacuum cleaner 1 to be easily removed from the support device 2 when attempting to remove the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2. The vacuum cleaner 1 will not tilt to the tipping angle of the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 together without coming off the support device 2.

[0200] In addition, the force required to act on the handle 10 backward to remove the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2 when the vacuum cleaner 1 is installed on the support device 2 is smaller than the force required to act on the handle 10 backward to reach the tipping angle of the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 together at which the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 may tip over when the handle 10 is tilted backward with the base 6 as a fulcrum. In other words, the force required to act on the handle 10 backward to remove the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2 when the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 is smaller than the force required to act on the handle 10 backward to reach the angle at which the support device 2 supporting the vacuum cleaner 1 tips over when the handle 10 is tilted backward with the base 6 as a fulcrum and the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2. This allows the vacuum cleaner 1 to be easily removed from the support device 2 when an attempt is made to remove the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2. The vacuum cleaner 1 does not tilt to the tipping angle of the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 together without being removed from the support device 2. For example, when a force is applied backwards while the handle 10 is being gripped, the cleaner 1 does not come off the support device 2, and the cleaner 1 and the support device 2 as a whole do not tilt to an angle at which they both fall over.

[0201] Furthermore, even if the rear of the vacuum cleaner 1 is positioned closer to the support 7 than the front of the vacuum cleaner 1, the tube 4 can be held by the holder 8. For example, even if the rear of the tube 4 is positioned closer to the support 7 than the front of the tube 4, the tube 4 can be held by the holder 8. Even in these cases, the vacuum cleaner 1 can be attached to and detached from the support device 2. Only the tube 4 can be attached to and detached from the support device 2. The main body 3 can be connected to the tube 4 supported by the support device 2.

[0202] Furthermore, latch portion 38 may be provided on main body 3. Furthermore, latch portion 55 may be provided on tubular body 4. However, tubular body 4 is provided with either latch portion 38 or latch portion 55. As a result, when suction tool 5 is connected to main body 3, fitting and connection are possible.

[0203] Furthermore, release portion 67 may be in a state where button portion 43a is pressed when tube 4 is placed on support device 2. In other words, latch 42a may be in a state where it is disposed at the second position when tube 4 is placed on support device 2. In other words, latch 42a may be in a state where it is disposed at the second position even when tube 4 connected to main body 3 is supported by support device 2. As a result, friction and resistance are reduced when moving main body 3 upward, making it easier for main body 3 to come off from tube 4 and for it to be removed even more easily.

[0204] In addition, the width of button portion 43a is greater than the width of release portion 67. This ensures that release portion 67 comes into contact with button portion 43a even in the event of manufacturing variations or left-right misalignment during connection. It is also easy for the user to press button portion 43a when releasing the connection between main body 3 and tube body 4.

[0205] Furthermore, even if the support device 2 does not have a charging function, the vacuum cleaner 1 can be supported by the support body 7.

[0206] The main body side charging terminal may be provided at a location other than the connection tube 14. For example, the main body side charging terminal may be provided at a location that contacts the support device side charging terminal of the support device 2, such as the handle 10. In particular, when the support device side charging terminal contacts the main body side charging terminal due to the elastic force of an elastic member or when the support device side charging terminal contacts the main body side charging terminal in the direction of gravity, poor contact can be suppressed.

[0207] Furthermore, if there is no structure above handle 10, handle 10 does not have to be located at the top of vacuum cleaner 1. For example, dust collection unit 11, electric blower 16, and a battery may be located above and in front of handle 10, or above and behind handle 10. For example, dust collection unit 11, electric blower 16, and a battery may be located at the front and rear ends of handle 10. In this case, there is no structure that would prevent the handle 10 from being held from above. This allows the user to easily hold handle 10.

[0208] Also, the main body 3 may first be supported by the support device 2. For example, with the bottom of the handle 10 or the bottom of the dust collecting part 11 in contact with the support device 2, the vacuum cleaner 1 can be supported by the support 7 by shortening the distance between the tube body 4 and the holding part while sliding the vacuum cleaner 1.

[0209] The battery may be charged via a plug to a power supply means (not shown). For example, a plug may be connected to the stand device 2, and a terminal may be connected to the main body 3. In this case, the battery can be charged.

[0210] Moreover, the battery may be charged by supplying power from a commercial power source by connecting a plug to the main body 3. It is preferable that the plug and the cord to which the plug is connected be installed in the stand device 2.

[0211] Furthermore, the dust collection unit 11 is not limited to a dust collection method that uses centrifugal force as in the embodiment, but may be a paper bag type or a type that mainly uses a filter to collect dust.

[0212] Embodiment 2 45 is a side view of a first example of the cleaner body of the cleaner system in embodiment 2. Note that the same or corresponding parts as those in embodiment 1 are denoted by the same reference numerals, and a description of these parts will be omitted.

[0213] As shown in Fig. 45, the front part of the handle 10 is formed from the upper end to the front. The rear part of the handle 10 is formed from the upper end to the rear. The front end of the handle 10 is disposed at a position equivalent to the front end of the main body 3. The grip part of the handle 10 is formed from the upper end of the support device 2 (not shown in Fig. 45) toward the main body 3.

[0214] Next, a second example of the main body 3 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 46 is a side view of a second example of the cleaner body of the cleaner system in accordance with the second embodiment.

[0215] As shown in Fig. 46, the front part of the handle 10 is formed from the upper end to the front. The rear part of the handle 10 is formed from the upper end to the rear. The front end of the handle 10 is connected to the outer shell of the main body 3. The rear end of the handle 10 is not connected to the outer shell of the main body 3.

[0216] Next, a second example of the main body 3 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 47 is a side view of a third example of the cleaner body of the cleaner system in accordance with the second embodiment.

[0217] As shown in FIG. 47, the front part of the handle 10 is inclined so as to become lower from the upper end toward the front. The front part of the handle 10 may be curved so as to become lower from the upper end toward the front. The rear part of the handle 10 is inclined so as to become lower from the upper end toward the rear. The rear part of the handle 10 may be curved so as to become lower from the upper end toward the rear. The front end of the handle 10 is not connected to the outer shell of the main body 3. The rear end of the handle 10 is connected to the outer shell of the main body 3.

[0218] According to the second embodiment described above, various handles 10 are provided.

[0219] 45, the handle 10 is formed from the upper end of the stand device 2 toward the main body 3. Even in this case, the stability of the vacuum cleaner 1 can be improved by gripping the handle 10.

[0220] For example, in FIG. 46, the front end of the handle 10 is connected to the outer casing of the main body 3. The rear end of the handle 10 is not connected to the outer casing of the main body 3. In this case, the user can easily clean by holding the upper or front part of the handle 10. Also, the user can easily attach and detach the main body 3 to and from the stand device 2 by holding the rear part of the handle 10. After holding the rear part of the handle 10 to remove the main body 3 from the stand device 2, the user slides the handle to clean by holding the upper part or the front part of the handle 10. In this way, the position in which the handle 10 is held can be changed with only one hand. Therefore, a second handle or the like is not required.

[0221] 47, the front end of the handle 10 is not connected to the outer casing of the main body 3. The rear end of the handle 10 is connected to the outer casing of the main body 3. In this case, the user can easily clean by holding the front and bottom of the upper end of the handle 10. The user can easily attach and detach the main body 3 to and from the stand device 2 by holding the rear of the handle 10.

[0222] Embodiment 3 48 is a side view of the cleaner system in embodiment 3. Note that the same or corresponding parts as those in embodiment 1 are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description of these parts is omitted.

[0223] 48, at least a portion of the suction tool 5 does not contact the bottom plate 58 when the suction tool 5 is supported by the support device 2 while connected to the pipe 4. The bottom of the suction tool 5 is not parallel to the bottom plate 58.

[0224] For example, at least one of the tube 4 and the holder 8 includes a restricting member (not shown). When the holder holds the tube 4, the restricting member restricts the tube 4 from moving downward.

[0225] According to the third embodiment described above, at least a portion of suction tool 5 does not contact bottom plate 58 when suction tool 5 is supported by support device 2 in a state connected to pipe 4. Therefore, suction tool 5 does not need to have a positioning element.

[0226] The holder 8 holds the pipe 4 in a state where the pipe 4 and the suction tool 5 are connected and where at least one of the wheels of the suction tool 5 is lifted. Therefore, even if the height of the suction tool 5 changes due to adhesion of dust to the suction tool 5 or variation in the dimensions of the suction tool 5, the connection between the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 can be prevented from becoming loose. [Explanation of symbols]

[0227] REFERENCE SIGNS LIST 1 vacuum cleaner, 2 support device, 3 main body, 4 tube body, 5 suction tool, 6 base body, 7 support body, 8 holder, 9 outer shell, 10 handle, 11 dust collection section, 12 case section, 13 battery section, 14 connection tube section, 15 exhaust section, 16 electric blower, 17 control section, 18 protrusion section, 19 fitting section, 20 space, 21 operation section, 22 cyclone separation device, 23 filter section, 24 inlet case, 25 guide section, 26 swivel section, 27 exhaust section, 28 dust collection container, 29 partition section, 30 inlet, 31 first opening, 32 second opening, 33 recessed section, 34 first dust collection chamber, 35 second dust collecting chamber, 36 pipe portion, 37 cover pipe, 38 latch portion, 39 terminal portion, 40 pipe, 41 fitting portion, 42a latch, 42b cover latch, 43a button portion, 43b latch tip portion, 43c spring, 44a left recess, 44b right recess, 45a left first regulating portion, 45b right first regulating portion, 46a left second regulating portion, 46b right second regulating portion, 47 suction port body, 48 connection portion, 49 front wheel, 50 rear wheel, 51 suction port, 52 rotating brush, 53 safety switch, 53a wheel, 54 terminal portion, 55 latch portion, 56 latch, 57 cover latch, 58 bottom plate, 59 fixing portion, 60 side wall, 60a side wall, 60b side wall, 60c side wall, 61 slope portion, 62 control portion, 63 sheet metal member, 64 holding case, 64a inner wall, 64b inner wall, 64c inner wall, 65 tube body holding portion, 66 main body holding portion, 67 release portion, 68a left side holding portion, 68b right side holding portion, 69 spring, 70a left side shaft portion, 70b right side shaft portion, 71a left side holding portion, 71b right side holding portion, 72 spring, 73a left side shaft portion, 73b right side shaft portion, 74a left side support device side charging terminal portion, 74b right side support device side charging terminal portion

Claims

1. A vacuum cleaner and a support device for supporting the vacuum cleaner; Equipped with The vacuum cleaner comprises: A main body having an electric blower; A suction tool for sucking up dust; A pipe body connecting the main body and the suction tool; Equipped with The support device includes a body holding portion that holds the body, The body holding portion has a left holding portion and a right holding portion separated from each other on the left and right sides. Vacuum cleaner system.

2. The main body is configured to be held by the main body holder in a state where the pipe and the suction tool are not present, The vacuum cleaner system of claim 1 , wherein the main body, without the tube body and the suction tool, is detached from the support device by being moved upward from the state where it is held by the left holding portion and the right holding portion.

3. the support device has a portion that faces the main body in a front-rear direction when the main body is held by the main body holding portion, The vacuum cleaner system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the opposing portion of the support device is provided above the main body holding portion.

4. The main body includes a dust collecting section and a connecting pipe section that is disposed along the dust collecting section and is detachably provided to the pipe body, the support device has a portion located above the tube body in a side view when the vacuum cleaner is supported, The vacuum cleaner system according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the dust collecting section is disposed between the portion of the support device and the connecting pipe section in the front-rear direction.

5. The support device includes a holding case; The holding case has a space that is open upward, downward, and toward the vacuum cleaner in the front-rear direction, The main body holding portion is provided on the holding case, The vacuum cleaner system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein a part of the tube is located in the space when the vacuum cleaner is supported by the support device.

6. The support device includes a pipe holder that holds the pipe, The pipe holding portion has a left holding portion and a right holding portion separated from each other on the left and right sides, the left side holding portion of the main body holding portion is disposed above the left side holding portion of the pipe body holding portion, The vacuum cleaner system according to claim 1 , wherein the right side holding portion of the main body holding portion is disposed above the right side holding portion of the tube body holding portion.

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