Self-cleaning control method for cleaning system, and cleaning system

By introducing self-cleaning control methods into the cleaning system, using technologies such as high-temperature steam cleaning and sewage recovery, the existing cleaning system has been solved, and an efficient and automated cleaning process has been achieved.

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Application Number
PCT/CN2024/129123
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2023-10-31
Filing Date
2024-10-31
Publication Date
2025-04-03

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Technical Problem

The existing cleaning system requires manual operation to clean after cleaning, which has low automation, poor cleaning efficiency and effect, and it is difficult for cleaning equipment to be put back into use quickly.

Method used

A self-cleaning control method for cleaning systems is proposed, and a cleaning system that automatically loads and drains water and is maintained by controlling the rotation direction of the cleaning parts and the opening time of the steam generation device. The method includes steam high temperature cleaning, sewage recovery and drying equipment to ensure self-cleaning, charging and water addition of cleaning parts.

Benefits of technology

It improves cleaning efficiency and effect, realizes a maintenance-free cleaning system for users, and ensures that the cleaning equipment can be quickly put back into use.

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Abstract

Disclosed in the present application are a self-cleaning control method for a cleaning system, and a cleaning system. The cleaning system comprises a cleaning device and a base station, wherein the cleaning device comprises a cleaning member, and the base station comprises a steam generation apparatus. The self-cleaning control method comprises: controlling a cleaning member to rotate in a first direction; controlling a steam generation apparatus to operate for a first duration, so as to perform high-temperature sterilization on the cleaning member by means of steam; and controlling the steam generation apparatus to be shut down, and controlling a dirty water pumping fan of a base station to run for a second duration, so as to recycle, to a dirty water tank of the base station, water generated during the high-temperature sterilization performed on the cleaning member.
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Description

Self-cleaning control method of cleaning system and cleaning system

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This disclosure claims priority to the Chinese patent application entitled “A self-cleaning control method and cleaning system for a cleaning system” filed with the State Intellectual Property Office of China on October 31, 2023, with application number 202311440466.9, and the Chinese patent application entitled “A self-cleaning control method and cleaning system for a cleaning system” filed with the State Intellectual Property Office of China on September 27, 2023, with application number 202311269981.5, the entire contents of which are incorporated by reference into this application. Technical Field

[0003] The present application relates to the technical field of cleaning equipment, and in particular to a self-cleaning control method for a cleaning system and a cleaning system. Background Art

[0004] In the cleaning systems of related technologies, the cleaning equipment needs to be cleaned after the cleaning operation. During this process, the cleaning parts of the cleaning equipment that are in a dirty state need to be removed and cleaned with the help of other cleaning equipment. However, the use of other cleaning equipment will cause further contamination, and the cleaning of the cleaning equipment itself is not convenient. In addition, the degree of automation of the cleaning system is low, and manual operation is often required. The cleaning efficiency of the cleaning equipment is low, and the cleaning equipment is often still stained with contaminants such as stains and bacteria. The cleaning effect is also difficult to achieve the expected, and the cleaning equipment cannot be quickly put back into subsequent cleaning operations.

[0005] Public content

[0006] The present application aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, one purpose of the present application is to propose a self-cleaning control method for a cleaning system. The method can realize an automatic water supply and discharge and user-maintenance-free cleaning system based on the structure of the cleaning device and the base station. When the user has finished using the cleaning device, the user can dock the cleaning device on the base station to perform self-cleaning, charging, water addition, sewage extraction, etc. on the cleaning device. The method has the advantages of high cleaning efficiency, good cleaning effect, and high degree of maintenance-free.

[0007] A second purpose of this application is to provide a cleaning system.

[0008] In order to solve the above problems, the first aspect embodiment of the present application provides a self-cleaning control method for a cleaning system, wherein the cleaning system includes a cleaning device and a base station, the cleaning device includes a cleaning part, and the base station includes a steam generating device. The self-cleaning control method includes: controlling the cleaning part to rotate in a first direction; controlling the steam generating device to turn on for a first period of time to perform high-temperature cleaning of the cleaning part through steam and controlling the steam generating device to turn off, and controlling the sewage exhaust fan of the base station to run for a second period of time to recycle the sewage generated by the high-temperature cleaning of the cleaning part to the sewage tank of the base station.

[0009] Furthermore, after the sewage exhaust fan of the base station runs for a second period of time, the rotation direction of the cleaning component is switched and the sewage exhaust fan of the base station is controlled to continue running for a third period of time. The direction of the cleaning component after switching is a second direction, which is opposite to the first direction.

[0010] Furthermore, after the sewage exhaust fan of the base station runs for a third period of time, the rotation direction of the cleaning component is switched to the first direction, and the sewage exhaust fan of the base station is controlled to continue running for a fourth period of time.

[0011] Furthermore, after the sewage exhaust fan of the base station has been running for a fourth period of time, the sewage exhaust fan of the base station is turned off and the rotation of the cleaning element is stopped.

[0012] Furthermore, the fourth duration is greater than the third duration.

[0013] Furthermore, the base station further comprises a sewage discharge channel, the sewage discharge channel being connected to a sewage tank of the base station;

[0014] During the operation of the sewage exhaust fan of the base station, the sewage discharge channel is closed;

[0015] After the sewage exhaust fan of the base station is turned off, the sewage discharge channel is opened.

[0016] Furthermore, the base station further includes a spray device for self-cleaning a sewage tank of the base station, and the self-cleaning method further includes: turning on the spray device after the sewage extraction fan of the base station is turned off.

[0017] Furthermore, the base station includes a steam generating device, and the self-cleaning control method includes: controlling the rotation of the cleaning element; controlling the steam generating device to turn on to perform high-temperature cleaning of the cleaning element using steam; and controlling the steam generating device to turn off to control the operation of the suction device of the cleaning equipment to recover the wastewater generated by the high-temperature cleaning of the cleaning element into the wastewater tank of the cleaning equipment. In some embodiments, the steam generating device includes a clean water tank and a heating device for heating water in the clean water tank to generate steam, and the steam is transmitted to the cleaning element via a pipeline. Controlling the steam generating device to turn on for a first duration includes: controlling the heating device to operate for the first duration, wherein the value T1 of the first duration satisfies the following: 25s≤T1≤35s.

[0018] In some embodiments, the value T2 of the second duration satisfies: 8s≤T2≤12s.

[0019] In some embodiments, the value T3 of the third duration satisfies: 3s≤T3≤7s.

[0020] In some embodiments, the self-cleaning control method also includes: controlling the cleaning component to switch back to the first direction of rotation and controlling the sewage exhaust fan of the base station to continue running for a fourth time period, wherein the fourth time period is greater than the third time period; controlling the sewage exhaust fan of the base station to stop working and controlling the cleaning component to turn off.

[0021] In some embodiments, the value T4 of the fourth duration satisfies: 25≤T4≤35.

[0022] In some embodiments, the base station also includes a drying device for drying the cleaning element, and the self-cleaning control method also includes: controlling the operation of the drying device in response to a drying instruction; controlling the cleaning element to rotate at a drying voltage lower than the working voltage until a preset drying time is reached.

[0023] In some embodiments, controlling the cleaning member to rotate at a drying voltage lower than the working voltage includes: controlling the cleaning member to rotate at the drying voltage, wherein the cleaning member is controlled to periodically switch the rotation direction, or controlling the cleaning member to alternately stop and rotate according to a preset rule.

[0024] The second aspect of the present application provides a cleaning system, comprising: a cleaning device and a base station; the base station comprises a base, a sewage tank, a sewage exhaust fan, a steam generating device, a drying device and a first controller, and the first controller is connected to the sewage exhaust fan, the steam generating device and the drying device; the cleaning device comprises a cleaning part and a second controller; when performing self-cleaning, the cleaning device docks at the base, and the second controller of the cleaning device communicates with the first controller of the base station to implement the self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system of the above embodiment.

[0025] According to the cleaning system of the embodiment of the present application, by executing the self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system of the above embodiment, an automatic water supply and discharge and user-maintenance-free cleaning system can be realized according to the structure of the cleaning equipment and the base station. After the user has finished using the cleaning equipment, the user can dock the cleaning equipment on the base station and perform self-cleaning, charging, water addition, sewage extraction, etc. on the cleaning equipment. The use of this method can improve cleaning efficiency, achieve good cleaning effects, and have the advantages of high maintenance-free degree.

[0026] In some embodiments, additional aspects and advantages of the present application will be given in part in the following description and in part will become obvious from the following description or be learned through practice of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present application will become apparent and easily understood from the description of the embodiments in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0028] FIG1 is a flow chart of a self-cleaning control method for a cleaning system according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0029] FIG2 is a flow chart of a self-cleaning control method for a cleaning system according to another embodiment of the present application;

[0030] FIG3 is a schematic structural diagram of a cleaning device of a cleaning system according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0031] FIG4 is a schematic structural diagram of a base station of a cleaning system according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0032] Reference numerals: cleaning device 10 , cleaning element 110 , base station 20 , dirty water tank 210 , clean water tank 220 , base 230 . DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0033] The following describes a self-cleaning control method for a cleaning system according to an embodiment of the present application with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0034] The cleaning system includes a cleaning device and a base station, the cleaning device includes a cleaning element, and the base station includes a steam generating device. As shown in FIG1 , the self-cleaning control method includes at least:

[0035] Step S1, controlling the cleaning element to rotate in a first direction.

[0036] Specifically, a downward-extending cleaning groove is formed in the base of the base station. The depth of the cleaning groove is higher than the height of the cleaning part on the cleaning equipment. A drain outlet is formed at the bottom of the cleaning groove. When the base station receives a cleaning task and issues an instruction, the cleaning part will use a rotating brush head to cooperate with the high-pressure water pump and water spray pipe set in the base station to spray high-pressure water to clean the surface of the cleaning part. The cleaning part thoroughly removes dust and dirt on the surface by rotating in a first direction, and a steam generating device is provided in the base station, and the steam generating device is started at this time.

[0037] Step S2: controlling the steam generating device to be turned on for a first time period to perform high-temperature cleaning (eg, high-temperature sterilization) on the cleaning element by steam.

[0038] Specifically, the steam generator within a base station typically uses an electric heating element. Current flowing through a resistance wire generates heat. When current flows through the resistance wire, it creates resistance that impedes the flow of current, thereby generating heat. Such an electric heating element is typically located at the bottom or side of the steam generator and connected to a fresh water tank. This element heats the water in the fresh water tank to boiling temperature and generates steam. The initial duration of the steam generator's operation is controlled to avoid energy waste caused by excessive operation. The steam sterilizes the cleaning components at high temperatures, thereby more thoroughly cleaning the floor, reducing odors and ensuring a cleaner, more effective cleaning result.

[0039] Step S3, controlling the steam generating device to be turned off, and controlling the sewage extraction fan of the base station to operate for a second period of time, so as to recycle the water generated by high-temperature cleaning of the cleaning parts into the sewage tank of the base station.

[0040] Specifically, after step S2 is completed, the steam generating device stops running, but the cleaning part still keeps rotating in the forward direction, and at the same time controls the base station sewage extraction fan to work and continue to run for the second time period. At this time, the base station sewage extraction fan is connected to the cleaning part of the cleaning equipment through the base station sewage bucket-cleaning equipment sewage tank, and the water generated by the steam self-cleaning on the base station tray is recovered to the base station sewage bucket by using the negative pressure of the base station sewage extraction fan. The sewage extraction fan on the base station sucks in sewage, separates and filters solid particles through negative pressure, and finally recycles the sewage to the sewage bucket, ensuring the effective discharge of sewage during the automatic cleaning process and avoiding re-contamination of the cleaning part during the cleaning process. After the user has finished using the cleaning equipment, the user can dock the cleaning equipment on the base station, and then perform high-temperature sterilization and sewage extraction on the cleaning equipment. This method has the advantages of improving cleaning efficiency, good cleaning effect and high degree of maintenance-free.

[0041] Therefore, the self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system according to the embodiment of the present application has the advantages of high cleaning efficiency, good cleaning effect, and high degree of maintenance-free.

[0042] In some embodiments, the steam generating device includes a clean water tank and a heating device for heating the water in the clean water tank to generate steam. The steam is transmitted to the cleaning part through a pipeline. Controlling the steam generating device to start for a first time period includes: controlling the heating device to run for the first time period, and the value T1 of the first time period satisfies: 25s≤T1≤35s.

[0043] Specifically, the clean water tank is filled with clean water, the steam generating device starts to operate, and the clean water is heated into steam, and the heating time is controlled to a first duration T1. The value range of T1 is 25s to 35s. During this time, the steam generating device heats the water to a suitable temperature to generate the required amount of steam. The base station is generally equipped with a steam nozzle or a guide device. The generated steam is transmitted to the cleaning part through a pipeline. The high temperature of the steam can quickly dissolve dirt, eliminate odors, achieve better cleaning effects, and improve work efficiency.

[0044] In some embodiments, the value T2 of the second duration satisfies: 8s≤T2≤12s.

[0045] Specifically, a sewage extraction fan is provided in the base station. When the steam generating device stops working, the sewage extraction fan starts working, and the operation time of the sewage extraction fan is set to be controlled at a first time length T2. The value range of T2 is 8s to 12. During this period, the cleaning part keeps rotating in a first direction (such as clockwise) and uses the negative pressure of the sewage extraction fan to suck the dirt, moisture and dust cleaned from the cleaning part into the sewage extraction fan. Within the T2 time, it can ensure that the dirt and moisture on the cleaning part are thoroughly cleaned, and at the same time, the sewage extraction fan is avoided from running for a long time, which leads to increased energy consumption or overheating of the machine, thereby improving the service life of the cleaning equipment and saving energy.

[0046] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG2 , the self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system according to an embodiment of the present application further includes:

[0047] Step S4, after the sewage extraction fan of the base station has been running for a second time, the cleaning component is controlled to switch to the second direction of rotation and the sewage extraction fan of the base station is controlled to continue to run for a third time, and the second direction is the opposite rotation direction of the first direction, such as counterclockwise. Specifically, when the hair dryer completes its work within time T2, the first controller controls the cleaning component to change its rotation direction, rotate in the second direction and control the sewage extraction fan to continue to run for a third time. The second direction is the opposite rotation direction of the first direction in order to change the contact direction between the cleaning component and the cleaning tank. The opposite rotation direction can clean all directions of the cleaning component. The steam carrying bacteria and the water generated by the second direction of the cleaning component are recycled into the sewage tank of the base station during the third time of operation.

[0048] In some embodiments, the value T3 of the third time duration satisfies: 3s≤T3≤7s. In a specific embodiment, the sewage extraction fan of the base station will continue to operate for the third time duration, which is controlled within 3 seconds to 7 seconds. During this time duration, when the cleaning element switches to the second direction of rotation, the sewage extraction fan continues to inhale and clean dirt and steam on the cleaning element. This ensures that dirt and steam are effectively inhaled into the sewage extraction fan during the rotation of the cleaning element, avoids re-contamination of the cleaning element, and improves cleaning efficiency.

[0049] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG2 , the self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system according to an embodiment of the present application further includes:

[0050] Step S5, after the sewage exhaust fan of the base station runs for the third time, control the cleaning component to switch back to the first direction of rotation and control the sewage exhaust fan of the base station to continue running for the fourth time, control the sewage exhaust fan of the base station to stop working and control the cleaning component to close.

[0051] Specifically, after the base station's sewage extraction fan is kept working, the cleaning element will switch back to the first direction of rotation and further clean the cleaning element, and the sewage extraction fan will continue to work and inhale residual dirt and steam; the fourth time period is longer than the third time period, and sufficient cleaning time is maintained when the cleaning element rotates in the first direction, which can further clean the cleaning element. By switching the direction of the cleaning element, the cleaning element is continuously cleaned to avoid re-contamination of the cleaning element. At the same time, the sewage extraction fan continues to transport bacteria and steam generated during the drying process of the cleaning element to the sewage tank of the base station, providing a more comprehensive cleaning effect and improving the cleaning efficiency and performance of the system.

[0052] In some embodiments, the value of the fourth time duration T4 satisfies: 25s≤T4≤35s. In a specific embodiment, the sewage extraction fan of the base station continues to operate for the fourth time duration while the cleaning element switches direction. The fourth time duration is controlled within 25 seconds to 35 seconds. Maintaining a longer fourth time duration T4 can more thoroughly clean the cleaning element to prevent re-contamination. Furthermore, controlling the fourth time duration within a certain time duration can ensure that the cleaning task is completed within a certain time duration without excessively consuming time and energy, thereby improving cleaning efficiency.

[0053] In some embodiments, the base station further includes a drying device for drying the cleaning element, as shown in FIG2 , and the self-cleaning control method further includes:

[0054] Step S6, in response to the drying instruction, the drying device is controlled to operate. The cleaning part is controlled to rotate at a drying voltage lower than the working voltage until the preset drying time is reached. After completing the above steps, the sewage extraction fan is turned off, the steam cleaning program is completed, the first controller controls the drying device to start running, and the cleaning part executes the drying instruction. A hair dryer and a heating wire are provided in the drying device. The wind blown by the hair dryer is heated by the heating wire to form hot air to dry the cleaning part. The heat of the drying device evaporates the residual moisture on the cleaning part, so that the cleaning part remains dry and clean, and the cleaning part is controlled to rotate at a drying voltage lower than the working voltage. The power consumption of the cleaning part during rotation is low, and each position of the cleaning part along the circumference can be dried, ensuring the drying efficiency, thereby meeting the requirements for re-use of the cleaning equipment as soon as possible.

[0055] In some embodiments, controlling the cleaning member to rotate at a drying voltage lower than the working voltage includes controlling the cleaning member to rotate at a drying voltage, wherein the cleaning member is controlled to periodically switch the rotation direction, or the cleaning member is controlled to alternately stop and rotate according to a preset rule.

[0056] Specifically, the cleaning element is operated at a low speed at a voltage of 5V, which is lower than the operating voltage (12V), for 80 minutes. The direction of rotation of the cleaning element may be changed periodically, for example, every 5 minutes. However, the cleaning element rotates almost continuously during the 80 minutes.

[0057] In addition, the cleaning element can also operate at a low speed, 5V below the operating voltage (12V). Specifically, when the cleaning element's drying cycle is activated, the cleaning element first rests for 1 minute, then rotates forward for 200ms (approximately 20° in 200ms). It then rests for another minute, followed by another 200ms of forward rotation. After completing 20 forward rotations, meaning at least 360°, the cleaning element reverses according to the aforementioned cycle: resting for 1 minute, then rotating in the reverse direction for 200ms. It then rests for another minute, followed by another 200ms of reverse rotation. After completing 20 reverse rotations, the cleaning element resumes its forward rotation cycle. This ensures that the cleaning element spends most of its drying time idle, drying only targeted areas, achieving high efficiency. The cleaning element also periodically rotates a small angle to ensure drying throughout its entire rotation.

[0058] The following describes a cleaning system according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0059] As shown in FIG. 3 and FIG. 4 , the cleaning system according to an embodiment of the present application includes a cleaning device 10 and a base station 20 .

[0060] The base station 20 includes a base 230, a sewage tank 210, a sewage exhaust fan (not shown in the figure), a steam generating device, a drying device (not shown in the figure) and a first controller (not shown in the figure), and the first controller is connected to the sewage exhaust fan, the steam generating device and the drying device. The cleaning device 10 includes a cleaning member 110 and a second controller. When performing self-cleaning, the cleaning device 10 is docked at the base 230, and the cleaning device 10 communicates with the base station 20 to implement the above-mentioned self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system. In addition, the steam generating device includes a clean water tank 220, and the steam generating device is used to heat the water in the clean water tank 220 to generate steam. The clean water tank 220 and the sewage tank 210 are arranged side by side, so that the cleaning device 10 has a better integrated structure.

[0061] Specifically, during the self-cleaning control method of the cleaning device 10, the cleaning device 10 is docked on the base 230 of the base station 20 and communicates with the base station 20. The base station 20 controls the operation of the sewage extraction fan, steam generating device, drying device, etc. through the first controller according to the status and needs of the cleaning device 10, thereby realizing the self-cleaning control method. Among them, the cleaning member 110 is used to clean the floor and stirs it through the action of a rotating brush; the second controller controls the various operations of the cleaning device 10; the base 230 provides support and stability for the device and provides a docking and communication location for the cleaning device 10; the sewage tank 210 can store sewage and stolen goods generated during the cleaning process; the sewage extraction fan extracts sewage from the sewage tank 210 through the exhaust principle, maintains a negative pressure environment in the sewage tank 210, and prevents odor and sewage from overflowing; the steam generating device provides steam in a high-temperature and high-humidity environment for sterilization and cleaning; the drying device accelerates the drying process of the cleaning device 10 after cleaning, and the first controller controls the operation and coordination of various functions in the base station 20.

[0062] Example 2:

[0063] A boiler is installed in the base station. The water flowing through the boiler (from the base station's clean water tank) will be heated to generate steam, and the steam is used to sterilize the roller brush at high temperature.

[0064] Step S2.1: The roller brush rotates forward and the boiler starts for 30 seconds.

[0065] Step S2.2: After step S2.1, the boiler stops, but the roller brush continues to rotate forward. Simultaneously, the base station's sewage extraction fan operates for 10 seconds. The base station's sewage extraction fan is connected to the floor brush via the base station's sewage bucket and the scrubber's sewage tank. The negative pressure from the base station's sewage extraction fan recycles the water generated by the steam self-cleaning process on the base station's tray back into the base station's sewage bucket.

[0066] Step S2.3: After step S2.2 is completed, the base station sewage exhaust fan is kept running and the roller brush is reversed for 5 seconds.

[0067] Step S2.4: After step S2.3 is completed, the sewage extraction fan of the base station is kept running and the roller brush rotates forward for 30 seconds.

[0068] Step S2.5: After step S2.4 is completed, the sewage extraction fan is turned off, the roller brush is turned off, and the steam self-cleaning program is completed.

[0069] After step 2 is complete, the base station's wastewater tank is now filled with wastewater generated by the roller brush and steam self-cleaning processes. The base station's wastewater tank is connected to a drainage channel with a switch. When the switch is on, the wastewater in the base station's wastewater tank is discharged. When the switch is off, the wastewater in the base station's wastewater tank cannot be discharged and remains inside.

[0070] A spray component is also provided in the sewage bucket of the base station, and the spray component sprays and flushes the inner wall of the sewage bucket of the base station.

[0071] Step S3.1: The switch is controlled to be turned on, and the sewage in the sewage bucket is discharged into the sewer connected to the base station.

[0072] Step S3.2: In step S3.1, once the switch is confirmed to have switched from the closed state to the open state, the spray assembly is activated and continues for 30 seconds. (You do not need to wait until the sewage in the base station's sewage bucket is completely drained. Generally, it takes about 2 seconds for the switch to switch from closed to open, and the sewage in the base station's sewage bucket is almost drained.)

[0073] Step S3.3: After step S3.2 is completed, the spray assembly is kept in the open state, and the switch is switched from the open state to the closed state.

[0074] Step S3.4: After confirming that the switch in step S3.3 is switched to the off state, the spray assembly continues to be turned on for 80 seconds.

[0075] Step S3.5: After step S3.4 is completed, the spray assembly is turned off and the switch is switched from the off state to the on state. The sewage in the sewage bucket is gradually discharged into the sewer connected to the base station. The base station sewage bucket spray flushing procedure is completed.

[0076] According to the cleaning system of the embodiment of the present application, an automatic water supply and discharge and user-maintenance-free cleaning system can be realized according to the structure of the cleaning device 10 and the base station 20. By adopting the self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system according to the above embodiment of the present application, an automatic water supply and discharge and user-maintenance-free cleaning system can be realized. After the user has finished using the cleaning device, the user can dock the cleaning device on the base station and perform high-temperature sterilization and sewage extraction on the cleaning device. The adoption of this method has the advantages of improving cleaning efficiency, good cleaning effect, and high degree of maintenance-free.

[0077] Throughout this specification, reference to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples" means that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in conjunction with the embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0078] Although the embodiments of the present application have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and intent of the present application, and that the scope of the present application is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A self-cleaning control method for a cleaning system, characterized in that: The cleaning system comprises a cleaning device (10) and a base station (20), the cleaning device (10) comprises a cleaning member (110), the base station (20) comprises a steam generating device, and the self-cleaning control method comprises: Controlling the cleaning element (110) to rotate in a first direction; Controlling the steam generating device to be turned on for a first time period so as to perform high-temperature cleaning on the cleaning element (110) by steam; and The steam generating device is controlled to be turned off, and the sewage extraction fan of the base station (20) is controlled to operate for a second time period, so as to recycle sewage generated by high-temperature cleaning of the cleaning element (110) into the sewage tank (210) of the base station (20).

2. The self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: After the sewage exhaust fan of the base station (20) has been running for a second period of time, the rotation direction of the cleaning component (110) is switched and the sewage exhaust fan of the base station (20) is controlled to continue running for a third period of time, the direction of the cleaning component (110) after switching is a second direction, and the second direction is opposite to the first direction.

3. The self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system according to claim 2, characterized in that: After the sewage exhaust fan of the base station (20) has been running for a third period of time, the rotation direction of the cleaning element (110) is switched to the first direction, and the sewage exhaust fan of the base station (20) is controlled to continue running for a fourth period of time.

4. The self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system according to claim 3, characterized in that: After the sewage exhaust fan of the base station (20) has been running for a fourth period of time, the sewage exhaust fan of the base station (20) is turned off, and the rotation of the cleaning element (110) is stopped.

5. The self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fourth duration is greater than the third duration.

6. The self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: The base station (20) further comprises a sewage discharge channel, wherein the sewage discharge channel is connected to a sewage tank (210) of the base station (20); During the operation of the sewage exhaust fan of the base station (20), the sewage discharge channel is closed; After the sewage exhaust fan of the base station (20) is turned off, the sewage discharge channel is opened.

7. The self-cleaning control method of a cleaning system according to any one of claims 4 to 6, characterized in that: The base station (20) further comprises a spray device for self-cleaning the sewage tank (210) of the base station (20), and the self-cleaning method further comprises: turning on the spray device after the sewage extraction fan of the base station (20) is turned off.

8. The self-cleaning control method of a cleaning system according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The base station (20) further comprises a drying device for drying the cleaning member (110), and the self-cleaning control method further comprises: in response to a drying instruction, controlling the drying device to operate until a preset drying time is reached.

9. A self-cleaning control method for a cleaning system, characterized in that: The cleaning system comprises a cleaning device (10) and a base station (20), the cleaning device (10) comprises a cleaning member (110) and a suction device, the base station (20) comprises a steam generating device, and the self-cleaning control method comprises: Controlling the cleaning member (110) to rotate; Controlling the steam generating device to start, so as to clean the cleaning element (110) at high temperature by means of steam; The steam generating device is controlled to be closed, and the suction device of the cleaning device (10) is controlled to operate, so as to recycle the sewage generated by high-temperature cleaning of the cleaning element (110) into the sewage tank (210) of the cleaning device (10).

10. A cleaning system, characterized in that: include: A cleaning device (10) and a base station (20); The base station (20) comprises a base (230), a sewage tank (210), a sewage extraction fan, a steam generating device, a drying device and a first controller, wherein the first controller is connected to the sewage extraction fan, the steam generating device and the drying device; The cleaning device (10) comprises a cleaning member (110) and a second controller; When performing self-cleaning, the cleaning device (10) is docked on the base (230), and the second controller of the cleaning device (10) is communicatively connected with the first controller of the base station (20) to implement the self-cleaning control method of the cleaning system according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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