Cleaning apparatus

By designing a detachable and connected cleaning device, the base is connected to the faucet to achieve automatic liquid addition, which solves the problem of user manual liquid addition and improves the automation and usage performance of the equipment.

WO2025152388A1PCT designated stage expired Publication Date: 2025-07-24JIANGSU MIDEA CLEANING APPLIANCES +1
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Application Number
PCT/CN2024/108335
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-01-16
Filing Date
2024-07-30
Publication Date
2025-07-24

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Technical Problem

The existing floor scrubbers require users to manually add liquid to the water tank, which is complicated to operate and poor user experience.

Method used

A cleaning device is designed, the main unit and the base are removable and connected, the base is equipped with a water inlet and a first joint, the main unit includes a water tank and a floor brush, the valve assembly includes a multiple connecting port, and the automatic liquid addition is realized through the base and the faucet is connected to the tap, and the water tank and valve assembly structure is reused to realize the self-cleaning function.

Benefits of technology

It eliminates the user's manual liquid addition operation, improves the degree of automation of cleaning equipment, reduces the cost of transformation, simplifies processing difficulty, and improves the performance and market competitiveness.

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Abstract

A cleaning apparatus (10), comprising a base (100), which is provided with a water inlet (110) and a first connector (120), the first connector (120) being in communication with the water inlet (110); and a main unit (200), which is detachably connected to the base (100), and comprises a water tank (210) and a floor brush (230), the floor brush (230) being provided with a nozzle (280) and a valve assembly (290). The valve assembly (290) comprises a first connection port (220), a second connection port (240) and a third connection port (250), wherein any two of the first connection port (220), the second connection port (240) and the third connection port (250) are in communication, the second connection port (240) is connected to the water tank (210), and the third connection port (250) is connected to the nozzle (280). When the main unit (200) is connected to the base (100), the first connector (120) is in communication with the first connection port (220), and when the third connection port (250) is closed, liquid is supplied to the water tank (210) by means of the water inlet (110); and when the main unit (200) is separated from the base (100), the first connection port (220) is closed, and liquid is supplied to the nozzle (280) by means of the water tank (210).
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cleaning equipment

[0001] This application claims priority to the Chinese patent application filed with the State Intellectual Property Office of China on January 16, 2024, with application number "202420099563.X" and invention name "Cleaning Equipment", the entire contents of which are incorporated by reference into this application. Technical Field

[0002] The present application relates to the technical field of cleaning equipment, and in particular to a cleaning equipment. Background Art

[0003] As living standards improve, people are increasingly pursuing efficient and convenient cleaning experiences. Floor scrubbers, a popular emerging household cleaning appliance, combine sweeping, mopping, and washing functions. However, use requires the user to manually add liquid to the main unit's water tank. Specifically, the user must manually remove the water tank from the main unit, add clean water, and then reinstall the main unit. This cumbersome process results in a poor user experience.

[0004] Summary of the Invention

[0005] This application aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art or related art.

[0006] To this end, the present application proposes a cleaning device.

[0007] In view of this, the present application proposes a cleaning device, including: a base, the base is provided with a water inlet and a first connector, the first connector is connected to the water inlet; a main unit, the main unit is detachably connected to the base, the main unit includes a water tank and a floor brush, the floor brush is provided with a nozzle and a valve assembly, the valve assembly includes a first connection port, a second connection port and a third connection port, any two of the first connection port, the second connection port and the third connection port are connected, the second connection port is connected to the water tank, and the third connection port is connected to the nozzle; when the main unit is connected to the base, the first connector and the first connection port are connected, and when the third connection port is closed, liquid is supplied to the water tank through the water inlet; when the main unit is separated from the base, the first connection port is closed, and liquid is supplied to the nozzle through the water tank.

[0008] The present application provides a cleaning device comprising a base and a main unit, wherein the main unit and the base are detachably connected.

[0009] When cleaning is required, the main unit is separated from the base to use the main unit to clean the floor, desktop, cabinet surface, etc.

[0010] When the cleaning operation is completed, the host is connected to the base. At this time, the base has the function of supporting and fixing the host. Of course, the base can also be used to charge the host, etc., which are not listed here one by one.

[0011] The base is provided with a water inlet and a first joint, wherein the first joint is communicated with the water inlet. The base can be directly connected to a faucet, or the base can be connected to the faucet through a water pipe.

[0012] The main unit includes a water tank and a floor brush, which is equipped with a nozzle and a valve assembly. The valve assembly includes a first connection port, a second connection port, and a third connection port. Any two of the first, second, and third connection ports are connected. The first connection port is used in conjunction with the first connector, the second connection port is connected to the water tank, and the third connection port is connected to the nozzle.

[0013] When the main unit is connected to the base, the first connector and the first connection port are connected. When the third connection port is closed, liquid is supplied to the water tank through the water inlet. Specifically, the liquid flows into the water inlet, flows to the first connection port through the first connector, flows to the second connection port through the first connection port, and then flows to the water tank, so as to achieve the purpose of adding liquid to the water tank. Specifically, when it is necessary to add liquid to the water tank, tap water can be automatically flowed to the water tank under the action of municipal water pressure through the faucet to achieve automatic liquid addition to the water tank. In this way, the user can avoid the operation of manually disassembling the water tank and adding liquid to the water tank, which can reduce the investment in the pump structure for pumping water, improve the degree of automation of the cleaning equipment, reduce the modification cost of the cleaning equipment, and improve the performance and market competitiveness of the cleaning equipment.

[0014] It is understandable that when the host is connected to the base, the first connector is connected to the first connection port, and when the host is separated from the base, the first connector is separated from the first connection port.

[0015] The main unit is separated from the base, the first connector is separated from the first connection port, the first connection port is closed, and liquid is supplied to the nozzle through the water tank. Specifically, when the third connection port is opened, liquid in the water tank flows out and flows through the second connection port to the third connection port, and then flows to the nozzle. When the cleaning device is in operation, liquid is sprayed out through the nozzle to achieve the purpose of cleaning.

[0016] That is to say, the flow path between the second connection port of the floor brush and the water tank is a water inlet channel when liquid is added to the water tank, and is a water outlet channel when water is discharged. That is, the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel are combined into one. In this way, while ensuring the performance of the cleaning equipment, it is beneficial to reduce the input of materials, the assembly structure is simple and low in cost, which simplifies the processing difficulty of the cleaning equipment, helps to improve the processing efficiency of the cleaning equipment, and helps to reduce the production cost of the cleaning equipment.

[0017] It can be understood that the base is provided with a flow guide pipe, which is connected to the water inlet and the first joint, that is, the water inlet and the first joint are communicated through the flow guide pipe.

[0018] The cleaning device described above may also have the following additional technical features:

[0019] In some embodiments, optionally, the floor brush is further provided with a first control unit, and the first control unit is used to open or close the third connection port.

[0020] In this embodiment, the structure of the floor brush is further limited so that the floor brush is further provided with a first control portion, and the first control portion can open the third connection port, and the first control portion can also close the third connection port.

[0021] When the third connection port is opened, the liquid can flow to the nozzle through the third connection port to achieve the purpose of spraying liquid. When the third connection port is closed, the liquid cannot flow to the nozzle through the third connection port and cannot be sprayed through the nozzle.

[0022] Optionally, the first control unit includes a pump structure and / or a control valve.

[0023] In some embodiments, optionally, the base is further provided with a second control unit, which is used to connect or disconnect the connection between the water inlet and the first connector; when the host and the base are connected, the second control unit disconnects the water inlet and the first connector, and the first control unit opens the third connection port to supply liquid to the nozzle through the water tank to self-clean the floor brush.

[0024] In this embodiment, the structure of the base is further limited so that the base is also provided with a second control unit, the second control unit is used to conduct the connection between the water inlet and the first connector, and the second control unit is also used to disconnect the water inlet and the first connector.

[0025] Specifically, when the main unit and the base are connected, the second control unit connects the water inlet to the first connector. When the third connector is closed, liquid is supplied to the water tank through the water inlet. Specifically, liquid flows into the water inlet, flows through the first connector to the first connector, flows through the first connector to the second connector, and then flows into the water tank, thereby achieving the purpose of adding liquid to the water tank.

[0026] Specifically, when the main unit and base are connected, the second control unit disconnects the water inlet from the first connector, preventing liquid from flowing through the water inlet to the first connector. When the first control unit opens the third connector, liquid in the water tank flows out through the second connector to the third connector, and then to the nozzle. The nozzle sprays liquid, achieving the purpose of a self-cleaning floor brush. In other words, the cleaning device also has a self-cleaning function.

[0027] In other words, by rationally setting the matching structure of the main unit and the base, reusing the structure of the water tank and valve assembly, and switching the flow path of the liquid, the cleaning equipment also has a self-cleaning function, thus enriching the use functions of the cleaning equipment and improving the product's performance and market competitiveness.

[0028] In some embodiments, optionally, the base is provided with a cleaning groove; when the main unit is connected to the base, at least a portion of the brush head of the floor brush is located at the cleaning groove, and the brush head is rotatably connected to the cleaning groove.

[0029] In this embodiment, the matching structure of the base and the main unit is further defined so that the base is provided with a cleaning groove. When the main unit is connected to the base, at least a portion of the brush head of the floor brush is located in the cleaning groove, and the water tank supplies liquid to the nozzle. The liquid sprayed from the nozzle can provide the brush head of the floor brush with self-cleaning in the cleaning groove.

[0030] It can be understood that the brush head is rotatably connected to the cleaning tank, that is, the brush head can rotate relative to the cleaning tank to meet the use requirements of the floor brush self-cleaning.

[0031] It is understandable that the cleaning groove also has the function of collecting liquid to prevent the liquid from flowing out during the self-cleaning brushing.

[0032] In some embodiments, optionally, at least one of the first control portion and the second control portion includes a first pump body and / or a solenoid valve.

[0033] In this embodiment, the structures of the first control unit and the second control unit are further defined such that at least one of the first control unit and the second control unit includes a first pump body and / or a solenoid valve. For example, the first control unit includes the first pump body and / or the solenoid valve. For example, the second control unit includes the first pump body and / or the solenoid valve. For example, either the first control unit and the second control unit includes the first pump body and / or the solenoid valve.

[0034] In some embodiments, optionally, the floor brush is further provided with a sealing structure, and the sealing structure is used to close the first connection port when the main unit and the base are separated.

[0035] In this embodiment, the structure of the cleaning device is further defined such that the floor brush is further provided with a sealing structure.

[0036] When the main unit and the base are separated, the sealing structure can seal the first connection port to close the first connection port. In this way, water in the main unit will not flow out through the first connection port, thereby ensuring that the main unit can be effectively cleaned.

[0037] That is, when adding liquid to the water tank, the main unit is placed on the base, the first connection port of the main unit is connected to the first connector of the base, and the liquid can flow into the water tank of the main unit through the base.

[0038] When the main unit is separated from the base, the sealing structure can seal the first connection port so that water in the main unit will not leak out.

[0039] In some embodiments, optionally, the sealing structure includes: a sealing portion, the sealing portion is movably connected to the first connection port, and the sealing portion can move relative to the first connection port to switch between a first position and a second position; when the sealing portion is in the first position, the first connection port is opened; when the sealing portion is in the second position, the first connection port is closed.

[0040] In this embodiment, the composition of the sealing structure is further defined. Specifically, the sealing structure includes a sealing portion. The sealing portion is movable relative to the first connecting port, and the sealing portion is switchable between a first position and a second position.

[0041] When liquid needs to be added to the water tank, the main unit is connected to the base, the sealing portion moves to the first position, the first connection port is opened, the first joint is connected to the first connection port, and the liquid can flow into the water tank through the water inlet.

[0042] When the main unit is separated from the base, the sealing portion moves to the second position, the sealing portion blocks the first connecting port, and water in the main unit does not flow out of the main unit through the first connecting port.

[0043] That is to say, the setting position of the sealing portion can be adjusted according to specific actual usage requirements, thereby being able to open or close the first connecting port.

[0044] In some embodiments, optionally, the sealing structure further includes: an elastic portion, the elastic portion is connected to the sealing portion, and the elastic portion is used to drive the sealing portion to move to the second position.

[0045] In this embodiment, the composition of the sealing structure is further defined. Specifically, the sealing structure also includes an elastic portion, which is connected to the sealing portion. When the first connection port needs to be sealed, the elastic portion can drive the sealing portion to move to the second position to seal the first connection port, and the liquid in the host will not flow out of the host through the first connection port.

[0046] Optionally, the elastic part includes a spring, a tension spring or a torsion spring, etc., which are not listed here one by one.

[0047] In some embodiments, optionally, the first connector and the first connection port are plug-connected; when the host is connected to the base, the first connector is inserted into the first connection port, and the first connector drives the sealing portion to move to the first position.

[0048] In this embodiment, the matching structure of the host and the base is further defined, so that after the host is placed on the base, the first connector of the base is inserted into the first connection port of the host, the first connector drives the sealing part to move to the first position, the first connection port is opened, the first connector is connected to the first connection port, and the liquid can flow to the water tank through the water inlet.

[0049] After the main unit is separated from the base, the first joint is separated from the sealing portion, and the sealing portion moves to the second position under the action of the elastic portion, and the sealing portion blocks the first connecting port, so that the liquid in the main unit will not flow out of the main unit through the first connecting port.

[0050] In some embodiments, optionally, at least one of the base and the host is provided with a second pump body, and the second pump body is used to pump liquid from the water inlet to the water tank.

[0051] In this embodiment, the structure of the cleaning device is further defined such that at least one of the base and the main unit is provided with a second pump body. Specifically, the base, the main unit, or both the base and the main unit are provided with second pump bodies. The second pump body is capable of pumping liquid from the water inlet into the water tank, thereby increasing the liquid pressure throughout the entire flow path, facilitating smoother liquid flow into the water tank and satisfying the need for adding liquid to the water tank.

[0052] In some embodiments, optionally, a first joint is provided on the top of the base, and a first connection port is provided on the bottom of the floor brush.

[0053] In this embodiment, the mating structure of the base and the host is further defined, such that a first connector is provided on the top of the base and a first connection port is provided on the bottom of the host. In this way, when the host is placed on the top of the base, the first connector and the first connection port can be effectively connected under the action of gravity.

[0054] Additional aspects and advantages of the present application will become apparent in the following description or may be learned through practice of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0055] 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:

[0056] FIG1 shows an exploded view of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0057] FIG2 shows an exploded view of a first portion of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0058] FIG3 shows a schematic structural diagram of the second part of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0059] FIG4 shows an exploded view of the third part of the cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0060] FIG5 shows a schematic structural diagram of the fourth part of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0061] FIG6 shows a schematic structural diagram of the fifth part of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0062] FIG7 shows a schematic structural diagram of the sixth part of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0063] FIG8 shows a schematic structural diagram of the seventh part of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0064] FIG9 shows a schematic structural diagram of an eighth part of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0065] FIG10 shows a schematic structural diagram of a ninth part of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0066] FIG11 is a partial enlarged view of point A of the cleaning device shown in FIG10 ;

[0067] FIG12 shows a schematic structural diagram of the tenth part of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0068] FIG13 shows a schematic structural diagram of the eleventh part of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0069] FIG14 shows a schematic structural diagram of the twelfth part of a cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0070] The corresponding relationship between the reference numerals and component names in Figures 1 to 14 is as follows:

[0071] 10 Cleaning equipment, 100 base, 110 water inlet, 120 first connector, 130 second control unit, 140 top of base, 150 diversion pipe, 160 cleaning tank, 200 main unit, 210 water tank, 212 connecting port, 220 first connection port, 230 floor brush, 232 brush head, 240 second connection port, 250 third connection port, 260 first control unit, 270 bottom of main unit, 280 nozzle, 290 valve assembly, 300 sealing structure, 310 sealing part, 320 elastic part, 400 second pump body. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0072] In order to more clearly understand the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present application, the present application is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that the embodiments of the present application and the features therein can be combined with each other in the absence of conflict.

[0073] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present application. However, the present application may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0074] 1 to 14 , a cleaning device 10 according to some embodiments of the present application is referred to.

[0075] As shown in Figures 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14, a cleaning device 10 according to some embodiments of the present application includes: a base 100, the base 100 is provided with a water inlet 110 and a first connector 120, the first connector 120 is connected to the water inlet 110; a host 200, the host 200 is detachably connected to the base 100, the host 200 includes a water tank 210 and a floor brush 230, the floor brush 230 is provided with a nozzle 280 and a valve assembly 290, the valve assembly 290 includes a first connection port 22 0, the second connection port 240 and the third connection port 250, any two of the first connection port 220, the second connection port 240 and the third connection port 250 are connected, the second connection port 240 is connected to the water tank 210, and the third connection port 250 is connected to the nozzle 280; when the host 200 is connected to the base 100, the first connector 120 and the first connection port 220 are connected, when the third connection port 250 is closed, liquid is supplied to the water tank 210 through the water inlet 110; when the host 200 is separated from the base 100, the first connection port 220 is closed, and liquid is supplied to the nozzle 280 through the water tank 210.

[0076] A cleaning device 10 provided in the present application includes a base 100 and a main unit 200 , and the main unit 200 is detachably connected to the base 100 .

[0077] When cleaning is required, the main unit 200 is separated from the base 100 so as to use the main unit 200 to clean the floor, tabletop, cabinet surface, etc.

[0078] When the cleaning operation is completed, the host 200 is connected to the base 100. At this time, the base 100 has the function of supporting and fixing the host 200. Of course, the base 100 can also be used to charge the host 200, etc., which are not listed here one by one.

[0079] The base 100 is provided with a water inlet 110 and a first connector 120, and the first connector 120 is communicated with the water inlet 110. The base 100 can be directly connected to the faucet, or the base 100 can be connected to the faucet through a water pipe.

[0080] The main unit 200 includes a water tank 210 and a floor brush 230. The floor brush 230 is equipped with a nozzle 280 and a valve assembly 290. The valve assembly 290 includes a first connection port 220, a second connection port 240, and a third connection port 250. Any two of the first connection port 220, the second connection port 240, and the third connection port 250 are connected. The first connection port 220 is used in conjunction with the first connector 120, the second connection port 240 is connected to the water tank 210, and the third connection port 250 is connected to the nozzle 280.

[0081] When the main unit 200 is connected to the base 100, the first connector 120 and the first connection port 220 are connected. When the third connection port 250 is closed, liquid is supplied to the water tank 210 through the water inlet 110. Specifically, the liquid flows into the water inlet 110, flows to the first connection port 220 through the first connector 120, flows to the second connection port 240 through the first connection port 220, and then flows to the water tank 210, so as to achieve the purpose of adding liquid to the water tank 210. Specifically, when it is necessary to add liquid to the water tank 210, tap water can be automatically flowed to the water tank 210 under the action of municipal water pressure through the faucet, so as to achieve automatic addition of liquid to the water tank 210. In this way, the user is spared the operation of manually disassembling the water tank 210 and adding liquid to the water tank 210, which can reduce the investment in the pump structure for pumping water, improve the degree of automation of the cleaning device 10, reduce the modification cost of the cleaning device 10, and improve the performance and market competitiveness of the cleaning device 10.

[0082] It is understood that when the host 200 is connected to the base 100, the first connector 120 is connected to the first connection port 220. When the host 200 is separated from the base 100, the first connector 120 is separated from the first connection port 220.

[0083] The main unit 200 is separated from the base 100, the first connector 120 is separated from the first connection port 220, and the first connection port 220 is closed. Liquid is then supplied to the nozzle 280 through the water tank 210. Specifically, when the third connection port 250 is opened, liquid in the water tank 210 flows out and flows through the second connection port 240 to the third connection port 250, and then to the nozzle 280. When the cleaning device 10 is in operation, liquid is sprayed out through the nozzle 280, achieving the purpose of cleaning.

[0084] That is to say, the flow path between the second connection port 240 of the floor brush 230 and the water tank 210 is a water inlet channel when liquid is added to the water tank 210, and is a water outlet channel when water is discharged. That is, the water inlet channel and the water outlet channel are combined into one. In this way, while ensuring the performance of the cleaning equipment 10, it is beneficial to reduce the input of materials, the assembly structure is simple and low in cost, which simplifies the processing difficulty of the cleaning equipment 10, helps to improve the processing efficiency of the cleaning equipment 10, and helps to reduce the production cost of the cleaning equipment 10.

[0085] It is understandable that the base 100 is provided with a flow guide pipe 150 , which is connected to the water inlet 110 and the first joint 120 , that is, the water inlet 110 and the first joint 120 are connected through the flow guide pipe 150 .

[0086] In some embodiments, optionally, as shown in FIG. 6 , the floor brush 230 is further provided with a first control unit 260 , and the first control unit 260 is used to open or close the third connection port 250 .

[0087] In this embodiment, the structure of the floor brush 230 is further defined, so that the floor brush 230 is further provided with a first control unit 260 . The first control unit 260 can open the third connection port 250 , and the first control unit 260 can also close the third connection port 250 .

[0088] When the third connection port 250 is opened, liquid can flow to the nozzle 280 through the third connection port 250 to achieve the purpose of spraying liquid. When the third connection port 250 is closed, liquid cannot flow to the nozzle 280 through the third connection port 250 and cannot be sprayed through the nozzle 280.

[0089] Optionally, the first control unit 260 includes a pump structure and / or a control valve.

[0090] In some embodiments, optionally, as shown in Figure 3, the base 100 is further provided with a second control unit 130, which is used to connect or disconnect the connection between the water inlet 110 and the first connector 120; when the host 200 and the base 100 are connected, the second control unit 130 disconnects the connection between the water inlet 110 and the first connector 120, and the first control unit 260 opens the third connection port 250, and supplies liquid to the nozzle 280 through the water tank 210 to self-clean the floor brush 230.

[0091] In this embodiment, the structure of the base 100 is further limited so that the base 100 is also provided with a second control unit 130, which is used to connect the water inlet 110 and the first connector 120, and the second control unit 130 is also used to disconnect the water inlet 110 and the first connector 120.

[0092] Specifically, when the main unit 200 and the base 100 are connected, the second control unit 130 connects the water inlet 110 and the first connector 120. When the third connector 250 is closed, liquid is supplied to the water tank 210 through the water inlet 110. Specifically, liquid flows into the water inlet 110, flows through the first connector 120 to the first connector 220, flows through the first connector 220 to the second connector 240, and then flows into the water tank 210, thereby adding liquid to the water tank 210.

[0093] Specifically, when the main unit 200 and the base 100 are connected, the second control unit 130 disconnects the water inlet 110 from the first connector 120. At this point, liquid cannot flow through the water inlet 110 to the first connector 120. When the first control unit 260 opens the third connection port 250, liquid in the water tank 210 flows out through the second connection port 240 to the third connection port 250, and then to the nozzle 280. The nozzle 280 sprays liquid, achieving the purpose of self-cleaning the floor brush 230. In other words, the cleaning device 10 also has a self-cleaning function.

[0094] In other words, by rationally setting the matching structure of the main unit 200 and the base 100, reusing the structure of the water tank 210 and the valve assembly 290, and switching the flow path of the liquid, the cleaning device 10 also has a self-cleaning function, thereby enriching the use functions of the cleaning device 10 and improving the product's performance and market competitiveness.

[0095] In some embodiments, optionally, as shown in Figures 4 and 10, the base 100 is provided with a cleaning groove 160; when the main unit 200 is connected to the base 100, at least a portion of the brush head 232 of the floor brush 230 is located at the cleaning groove 160, and the brush head 232 is rotatably connected to the cleaning groove 160.

[0096] In this embodiment, the matching structure of the base 100 and the main unit 200 is further defined, so that the base 100 is provided with a cleaning groove 160. When the main unit 200 is connected to the base 100, at least a portion of the brush head 232 of the floor brush 230 is located in the cleaning groove 160, and the water tank 210 supplies liquid to the nozzle 280. The liquid sprayed by the nozzle 280 can be used for the brush head 232 of the floor brush 230 to self-clean in the cleaning groove 160.

[0097] It is understandable that the brush head 232 is rotatably connected to the cleaning tank 160 , that is, the brush head 232 can rotate relative to the cleaning tank 160 to meet the use requirements of the floor brush 230 for self-cleaning.

[0098] It is understandable that the cleaning tank 160 also has the function of collecting liquid to prevent the liquid from flowing out when the self-cleaning brush 230 is used.

[0099] In some embodiments, optionally, at least one of the first control portion 260 and the second control portion 130 includes a first pump body and / or a solenoid valve.

[0100] In this embodiment, the structures of the first control unit 260 and the second control unit 130 are further defined such that at least one of the first control unit 260 and the second control unit 130 includes a first pump and / or a solenoid valve. For example, the first control unit 260 includes the first pump and / or the solenoid valve. For example, the second control unit 130 includes the first pump and / or the solenoid valve. For example, either the first control unit 260 or the second control unit 130 includes the first pump and / or the solenoid valve.

[0101] In some embodiments, optionally, as shown in FIG. 10 and FIG. 11 , the floor brush 230 is further provided with a sealing structure 300 , and the sealing structure 300 is used to close the first connection port 220 when the main unit 200 and the base 100 are separated.

[0102] In this embodiment, the structure of the cleaning device 10 is further defined such that the floor brush 230 is further provided with a sealing structure 300 .

[0103] When the main unit 200 and the base 100 are separated, the sealing structure 300 can seal the first connection port 220 to close the first connection port 220. In this way, water in the main unit 200 will not flow out through the first connection port 220, thereby ensuring that the main unit 200 can be effectively cleaned.

[0104] That is, when adding liquid to the water tank 210 , the host 200 is placed on the base 100 , the first connection port 220 of the host 200 is connected to the first connector 120 of the base 100 , and the liquid can flow to the water tank 210 of the host 200 through the base 100 .

[0105] When the main unit 200 is separated from the base 100 , the sealing structure 300 can seal the first connection port 220 , so that water in the main unit 200 does not leak out.

[0106] In some embodiments, optionally, as shown in Figures 10 and 11, the sealing structure 300 includes: a sealing portion 310, the sealing portion 310 is movably connected to the first connection port 220, and the sealing portion 310 can move relative to the first connection port 220 to switch between a first position and a second position; when the sealing portion 310 is in the first position, the first connection port 220 is opened; when the sealing portion 310 is in the second position, the first connection port 220 is closed.

[0107] In this embodiment, the composition of the sealing structure 300 is further defined. Specifically, the sealing structure 300 includes a sealing portion 310 . The sealing portion 310 is movable relative to the first connection port 220 , and the sealing portion 310 is switchable between a first position and a second position.

[0108] When liquid needs to be added to the water tank 210 , the main unit 200 is connected to the base 100 , the sealing portion 310 moves to the first position, the first connection port 220 is opened, the first connector 120 is connected to the first connection port 220 , and the liquid can flow to the water tank 210 through the water inlet 110 .

[0109] When the main unit 200 is separated from the base 100 , the sealing portion 310 moves to the second position, and the sealing portion 310 blocks the first connection port 220 , so that water in the main unit 200 does not flow out of the main unit 200 through the first connection port 220 .

[0110] In other words, the location of the sealing portion 310 can be adjusted according to actual usage requirements, thereby opening or closing the first connection port 220 .

[0111] In some embodiments, optionally, as shown in FIG. 10 and FIG. 11 , the sealing structure 300 further includes an elastic portion 320 , which is connected to the sealing portion 310 , and is used to drive the sealing portion 310 to move to the second position.

[0112] In this embodiment, the composition of the sealing structure 300 is further defined. Specifically, the sealing structure 300 also includes an elastic portion 320, which is connected to the sealing portion 310. When the first connection port 220 needs to be sealed, the elastic portion 320 can drive the sealing portion 310 to move to the second position to seal the first connection port 220, and the liquid in the host 200 will not flow out of the host 200 through the first connection port 220.

[0113] Optionally, the elastic portion 320 includes a spring, a tension spring, a torsion spring, etc., which are not listed here one by one.

[0114] In some embodiments, optionally, the first connector 120 and the first connection port 220 are plug-connected; when the host 200 is connected to the base 100, the first connector 120 is inserted into the first connection port 220, and the first connector 120 drives the sealing portion 310 to move to the first position.

[0115] In this embodiment, the matching structure of the host 200 and the base 100 is further defined, so that after the host 200 is placed on the base 100, the first connector 120 of the base 100 is inserted into the first connection port 220 of the host 200, and the first connector 120 drives the sealing part 310 to move to the first position, the first connection port 220 is opened, and the first connector 120 is connected to the first connection port 220, and the liquid can flow to the water tank 210 through the water inlet 110.

[0116] After the host 200 is separated from the base 100, the first connector 120 is separated from the sealing portion 310, and the sealing portion 310 moves to the second position under the action of the elastic portion 320. The sealing portion 310 blocks the first connection port 220, and the liquid in the host 200 will not flow out of the host 200 through the first connection port 220.

[0117] In some embodiments, optionally, as shown in FIG. 1 , at least one of the base 100 and the host 200 is provided with a second pump body 400 , and the second pump body 400 is used to pump liquid from the water inlet 110 to the water tank 210 .

[0118] In this embodiment, the structure of the cleaning device 10 is further defined, such that at least one of the base 100 and the main unit 200 is provided with a second pump body 400. That is, the base 100 is provided with the second pump body 400, or the main unit 200 is provided with the second pump body 400, or both the base 100 and the main unit 200 are provided with the second pump body 400. The second pump body 400 is capable of pumping liquid from the water inlet 110 into the water tank 210, thereby increasing the liquid pressure throughout the entire flow path, facilitating smoother liquid flow to the water tank 210 and satisfying the need for adding liquid to the water tank 210.

[0119] In some embodiments, optionally, a first joint 120 is provided on the top 140 of the base, and a first connection port 220 is provided on the bottom of the floor brush 230 .

[0120] In this embodiment, the mating structure of the base 100 and the main unit 200 is further defined, such that the top 140 of the base is provided with a first connector 120, and the bottom 270 of the main unit is provided with a first connection port 220. Thus, when the main unit 200 is placed on the top 140 of the base, the first connector 120 and the first connection port 220 can effectively connect under the action of gravity.

[0121] Optionally, the present application proposes a cleaning device 10, which connects tap water to the water tank 210 through the second control unit 130 and the connecting pipe, and injects clean water from the connecting port 212 of the water tank 210 with the help of the water outlet pipe of the original water tank, thereby realizing the two-in-one of the water outlet pipe and the water inlet pipe of the water tank 210, eliminating the trouble of users adding water manually.

[0122] When water needs to be added to the water tank 210, the main unit 200 is placed on the base 100. The first connector 120 of the base 100 is connected to the first connection port 220 of the floor brush 230 of the main unit 200. The water inlet 110 is connected to tap water. The second control unit 130 receives a signal and turns on, allowing fluid to flow through the flow guide tube 150 and reach the first connector 120 of the base 100. The first connector 120 and the first connection port 220 are plug-in interfaces. Fluid flows from the first connection port 220 into the second connection port 240, which then connects to the connection port 212 of the water tank 210, completing the water addition process.

[0123] When the main unit 200 is needed, it is removed from the base 100 and the first connector 120 is disconnected from the first connection port 220. Water in the water tank 210 flows out of the connecting port 212, which then connects to the second connection port 240. The fluid then flows through the second connection port 240 and the third connection port 250 into the first control unit 260, completing the water discharge.

[0124] Fluid connectivity means that two components can be connected through parts or structures such as hoses, pipes, chambers, holes and channels, allowing fluid to pass through smoothly.

[0125] The present application realizes fluid communication between the tap water in the home and the water tank 210. Through the control of the second control unit 130, the water tank 210 is automatically filled with water, eliminating the need for manual water addition.

[0126] The fluid flow pressure of the cleaning device 10 relies on the municipal water pressure, saving costs.

[0127] Optionally, a second pump body 400 may be installed on the flow path between the second control unit 130 and the water tank 210 to increase the water flow pressure of the entire flow path.

[0128] The flow path between the second connecting port 240 and the communicating port 212 of the water tank 210 is a water inlet channel when water is added and a water outlet channel when water is discharged, and the two flow paths are combined into one.

[0129] The top 140 of the base is provided with a first connector 120 , and the bottom of the floor brush 230 is provided with a first connection port 220 . The two connectors can be connected or disconnected as needed.

[0130] In this application, the term "plurality" refers to two or more, unless otherwise specified. Terms such as "installed," "connected," "connected," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can mean fixed, removable, or integrally connected; and "connected" can mean directly or indirectly through an intermediary. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0131] In the description of this specification, the description of the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "specific embodiments", etc. means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, the schematic representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described can be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present application and is not intended to limit the present application. For those skilled in the art, the present application may have various changes and variations. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present application should be included in the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. A cleaning device, wherein, Comprising: A base provided with a water inlet and a first connector, the first connector communicating with the water inlet; A main body detachably connected to the base, the main body including a water tank and a floor brush, the floor brush being provided with a nozzle and a valve assembly, the valve assembly including a first connection port, a second connection port and a third connection port, any two of the first connection port, the second connection port and the third connection port being in communication, the second connection port being connected to the water tank, and the third connection port being connected to the nozzle; When the main body is connected to the base, the first connector and the first connection port are in conduction, and when the third connection port is closed, liquid is supplied to the water tank through the water inlet; When the main body is separated from the base, the first connection port is closed, and liquid is supplied from the water tank to the nozzle.

2. The cleaning device according to claim 1, wherein, The floor brush is further provided with a first control portion for opening or closing the third connection port.

3. The cleaning device according to claim 2, wherein, The base is further provided with a second control portion for conducting or disconnecting the connection between the water inlet and the first connector; When the main body and the base are connected, the second control portion disconnects the connection between the water inlet and the first connector, the first control portion opens the third connection port, and liquid is supplied from the water tank to the nozzle to self-clean the floor brush.

4. The cleaning device according to claim 3, wherein, The base is provided with a cleaning groove; When the main body is connected to the base, at least a part of the brush head of the floor brush is located at the cleaning groove, and the brush head is rotatably connected to the cleaning groove.

5. The cleaning device according to claim 3 or 4, wherein, At least one of the first control portion and the second control portion includes a first pump body and / or a solenoid valve.

6. The cleaning device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein, The floor brush is further provided with a sealing structure for closing the first connection port when the main body is separated from the base.

7. The cleaning device according to claim 6, wherein, The sealing structure includes: A sealing portion movably connected to the first connection port, the sealing portion being capable of moving relative to the first connection port to switch between a first position and a second position; When the sealing portion is in the first position, the first connection port is opened; When the sealing portion is in the second position, the first connection port is closed.

8. The cleaning device according to claim 7, wherein, The sealing structure further includes: An elastic portion connected to the sealing portion, the elastic portion being used to drive the sealing portion to move to the second position.

9. The cleaning device according to claim 7 or 8, wherein, The first connector and the first connection port are in plug-in connection; After the main body is connected to the base, the first connector is inserted into the first connection port, and the first connector drives the sealing portion to move to the first position.

10. The cleaning device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein, At least one of the base and the main body is provided with a second pump body for pumping liquid from the water inlet to the water tank.

11. The cleaning device according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein, The first connector is provided at the top of the base, and the first connection port is provided at the bottom of the floor brush.

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