JP2006204571A - Bedding cleaning apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a bedding cleaning apparatus capable of removing mite allergens without increasing housekeeping burdens. <P>SOLUTION: The bedding cleaning apparatus is provided with: a bed 6 which has a space 5 formed by being surrounded by a bed mat loading plate 2 for loading a bed mat 1, support legs 3 for supporting the bed mat loading plate 2 and a bottom plate 4 connected to the lower parts of the support legs 3, wherein communicating holes 2a for making the space 5 communicate with the outside are formed in the bed mat loading plate 2; a suction blower 7 for sucking dust from the space 5; and a discharge path 9 connected to the suction blower 7 and for discharging the dust sucked by the suction blower 7 to the outside of the space 5. Thus, just by operating the suction blower 7, the dust stuck to the bed mat 1 and the mite allergens included in the dust are sucked into the suction blower 7, and the mite allergens sucked by the suction blower 7 are easily discharged through the discharge path 9 to the outside. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to a bedding cleaning apparatus capable of removing mite allergens.

  House dust contains mite allergens, which are known to be the main cause of asthma. Mites have a large amount of cortex of the people who feed them, and mainly inhabit futons and mats that are comfortable temperature and humidity for mites, and are the main source of mites.

  Generally, drying a futon in the sun is considered a good method for killing mites, and a device that can achieve the same effect has been proposed (see Patent Document 1). However, the above-mentioned mite allergen is a mite dung and its carcass, and as described above, killing a mite alone is insufficient to suppress the onset of asthma.

  Therefore, as a measure against mite allergens, the Japanese Society of Allergology adheres to futons and mats by performing vacuuming work for about 20 to 30 seconds per square meter after sundrying futons and mats and killing ticks. It is recommended to remove mite allergens. Allergies develop due to the accumulation of allergens in the body, and it is necessary to implement such measures even in homes where asthma patients are absent.

JP 11-46931 A

  However, although the mite allergen can be removed from the futon and mat by performing the above-described work, the work itself greatly increases the burden of housework, so it is mostly carried out until symptoms appear to the residents. Absent. Moreover, although the mite can be killed with the apparatus described in Patent Document 1, mite allergens increase, so it is necessary to apply a vacuum cleaner to remove them, which may increase the burden of household work. there were.

  Then, this invention is proposed in view of the problem mentioned above, and it aims at providing the bedding cleaning apparatus which can remove a mite allergen, without enlarging a household burden.

  The bedding cleaning apparatus according to the first invention for solving the above-described problem includes a suction path installed in the bedding, and suction means connected to the suction path and sucking dust through a suction port formed in the suction path. And a discharge path for discharging the dust sucked in by the suction means.

  A bedding cleaning apparatus according to a second invention for solving the above-described problem is the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the first invention, wherein a filter having a function of inactivating allergens is disposed in the discharge path. It is characterized by that.

  A bedding cleaning apparatus according to a third invention for solving the above-described problem is the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the second invention, wherein the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea. And

  A bedding cleaning apparatus according to a fourth invention for solving the above-described problem is connected to a bed mat mounting portion on which a bed mat is mounted, a support portion that supports the bed mat mounting portion, and a lower portion of the support portion. A bed having a space surrounded by a bottom portion, the bed mat mounting portion having a communication hole that communicates the space and the outside, dust suction means for sucking dust from the space, and It is connected to the dust suction means, and has a discharge path for discharging the dust sucked by the dust suction means to the outside of the space.

  A bedding cleaning apparatus according to a fifth invention for solving the above-described problem is the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fourth invention, wherein a filter having a function of inactivating allergens is interposed in the discharge path. It is characterized by that.

  A bedding cleaning apparatus according to a sixth invention that solves the above-described problem is the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fifth invention, wherein the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea. And

  A bedding cleaning apparatus according to a seventh invention that solves the above-described problems is the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fifth invention or the sixth invention, wherein the filter is disposed outside the bed. And

  A bedding cleaning apparatus according to an eighth invention for solving the above-described problem is the bedding cleaning apparatus according to any one of the fourth to seventh inventions, wherein the bed mat is mounted on the dust suction means. A nozzle connected to a through hole of the portion is provided, and the nozzle is movable along the bed mat mounting portion.

  A bedding cleaning apparatus according to a ninth invention for solving the above-described problems is the bedding cleaning apparatus according to any one of the fourth to eighth inventions, which closes the through hole of the bed mat mounting portion. A lid member is provided, and the lid member is movable along the bed mat mounting portion.

  A bedding cleaning device according to a tenth invention that solves the above-described problem includes a pipe portion having an air inlet and a suction portion that is connected to the pipe portion and sucks dust and allergen from the air inlet through the pipe portion. And a bedding cleaning device connected to the suction means and having a discharge path for discharging sucked dust and allergen, wherein the allergen is inactivated between the suction means and the discharge path A filter having a function is arranged.

  A bedding cleaning apparatus according to an eleventh invention for solving the above-described problem is the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the tenth invention, wherein the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea. And

  According to the bedding cleaning device of the first invention, the upper comforter and the lower comforter are sun-dried, and the upper and lower comforters are laid, and then placed between the upper comforter and the lower comforter, and are collected between the upper and lower comforters by the suction means. Dust and mite allergens contained in the dust can be sucked from the suction port through the suction passage, and the sucked dust and mite allergen can be discharged from the discharge passage to easily remove the mite allergen from between the upper and lower comforters. Therefore, the work burden of housework can be reduced.

  According to the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the second and third inventions, in addition to the same effects as the bedding cleaning apparatus described in the first invention, the dust discharged from the discharge path to the filter is filtered, While capturing large dust, the dust and the filter can come into contact to inactivate the mite allergen. For example, when the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea, the higher-order structure of the protein that constitutes the mite allergen contained in the dust is destroyed by urea, and the primary bond of the protein is cleaved by the enzyme. Since the allergen can be inactivated, the mite allergen is discharged from the filter, and even if a person inhales this mite allergen, it does not cause allergies.

  According to the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fourth aspect of the present invention, the dust suction means is operated only in the state where the bed mat is mounted on the bed mat mounting portion, and the dust suction means includes the dust and the dust attached to the bed mat. The mite allergen is sucked through the communication hole of the bed mounting portion, and dust and mite allergen accumulated in the space are sucked, and the dust and mite allergen are discharged out of the bed through the discharge path, and the bed mat. Since mite allergens can be easily removed from the house, the burden of housework can be reduced.

  According to the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fifth and sixth inventions, in addition to the same effects as the bedding cleaning apparatus described in the fourth invention, the dust discharged from the discharge path to the filter is filtered, While capturing large dust, the dust and the filter can come into contact to inactivate the mite allergen. For example, when the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea, the higher-order structure of the protein that constitutes the mite allergen contained in the dust is destroyed by urea, and the primary bond of the protein is cleaved by the enzyme. Since the allergen can be inactivated, the mite allergen is discharged from the filter, and even if a person inhales this mite allergen, it does not cause allergies.

  According to the bedding cleaning device according to the seventh invention, the same effect as the bedding cleaning device described in the fifth invention and the sixth invention is obtained, and the filter is disposed outside the bed. The filter can be easily replaced.

  According to the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the eighth invention, in addition to the same effects as the bedding cleaning apparatus described in the fourth to seventh inventions, the nozzle is located under the communication hole of the bed mat mounting portion. Since it moves, the dust adhering to a bed mat and the mite allergen contained in dust can be sucked in efficiently, and work efficiency improves.

  According to the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the ninth invention, the same effects as the bedding cleaning apparatus described in the fourth to eighth inventions are exhibited, and other communication holes are covered except for one communication hole. The bed mat is repeatedly sealed by sucking dust and mite allergens contained in the dust by the dust suction means, and successively sucking dust and mite allergens by changing the communication hole closed by the lid member in the state of being blocked by the member. There is only one place where the upper portion of the mounting portion and the space communicate with each other, and this can be performed without reducing the dust and mite allergen suction force by the dust suction means. In addition, when dust and mite allergens cannot be sucked by the dust suction means, they pass from the bed mat through the communication hole in the bed mat mounting part, fall into the space, and mite allergens accumulate in the space. Can be prevented from floating and adhering to the bed mat through the communication hole of the bed mat mounting portion.

  According to the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the tenth and eleventh aspects of the invention, the dust discharged from the discharge path is filtered by the filter to capture large dust, and the dust and the filter come into contact with each other to prevent mite allergens. Can be activated. For example, when the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea, the higher-order structure of the protein that constitutes the mite allergen contained in the dust is destroyed by urea, and the primary bond of the protein is cleaved by the enzyme. Since the allergen can be inactivated, the mite allergen is discharged from the filter, and even if a person inhales this mite allergen, it does not cause allergies.

  Hereinafter, the best mode for carrying out the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the present invention will be specifically described based on examples.

  FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a bedding cleaning apparatus according to a first embodiment of the present invention. In addition, the arrow line in FIG. 1 shows the flow of dust.

  As shown in FIG. 1, a bedding cleaning device 10 according to a first embodiment of the present invention is connected to a bed mat mounting plate 2 that is a bed mat mounting portion on which a bed mat 1 is mounted, and a bed mat mounting plate 2. A bed having a space 5 enclosed and enclosed by a support leg 3 as a support part for supporting the bed mat mounting plate 2 and a bottom plate 4 as a bottom part connected to the lowermost part of the support leg 3 6 and a suction blower 7 which is disposed in the space 5 and is a dust suction means for sucking dust. A plurality of communication holes 2 a are formed in the bed mat mounting plate 2 to communicate the space 5 with the outside.

  The bed mat 1 is formed with a plurality of through-holes 1a communicating with the top and bottom. A futon 8 is disposed on the bed mat 1. A discharge passage 9 extending to the outside of the bed 6 is connected to the suction blower 7 so that dust sucked into the suction blower 7 and mite allergen contained in the dust are discharged out of the space 5 (bed 6). It has become. A filter 11 is interposed in the discharge path 9 disposed outside the bed 6.

  The filter 11 has a function of inactivating mite allergens. For example, when the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea, urea destroys the higher-order structure of the protein constituting the allergen, and the enzyme cleaves the primary bond of the protein to inactivate the allergen. To do. As the enzyme, for example, a protease that hydrolyzes a peptide bond can be used. Proteases are roughly classified into proteinases and peptidases. A proteinase is an enzyme that hydrolyzes peptide bonds of protein molecules. When it acts on a high molecular weight protein, rapid depolymerization occurs, and the protein is peptated. Peptidase is an enzyme that hydrolyzes the peptide bond at the amino terminal or carboxy terminal of the peptide chain and releases amino acids sequentially from the terminal of the peptide chain. Note that the enzyme is activated by moisture in the air.

  Therefore, according to the bedding cleaning apparatus 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention, the bed blower 7 can be operated only by operating the suction blower 7 with the bed mat 1 and the futon 8 mounted on the bed mat mounting plate 2. Dust and mite allergen collected in the bed mat 1 mounted on the mat mounting plate 2 are sucked into the suction blower 7 and dust mite allergen contained in the futon 8 disposed on the top of the bed mat 1 The suction blower 7 is sucked into the suction blower 7 through the through hole 1 a of the bed mat 1 and the communication hole 2 a of the bed mat mounting plate 2, and dust and mite allergen collected in the space 5 are sucked into the suction blower 7. The dust and mite allergen sucked in are discharged to the outside of the space 5 through the filter 11 of the discharge path 9, and the bed Mite allergen from Tsu sheet 1 and futon 8 can be easily removed, it is possible to reduce the work burden of housework.

  The filter 11 filters the dust discharged from the discharge path 9 and captures large dust, and the dust and the filter 11 come into contact with each other to inactivate the mite allergen. For example, when the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea, the higher-order structure of the protein constituting the mite allergen contained in the dust is destroyed by the urea of the filter 11, and the primary binding of the protein by the enzyme of the filter 11 Is cleaved and inactivates mite allergens. As a result, mite allergen is discharged from the filter 11, and even if a person inhales this mite allergen, it does not cause allergies. Moreover, the filter 11 can be easily replaced by arranging the filter 11 outside the bed 6.

  In the above description, the bed 6 having the space 5 including the bed mat mounting plate 2, the support legs 3, and the bottom plate 4 is described. However, the bed mat mounting plate, the support legs, and the floor on which the bed is disposed are surrounded. Even if a sealed space is formed, the same effects as the bedding cleaning device according to the first embodiment described above can be obtained.

  In the above description, the bed mat 1 is laid on the bed mat mounting plate 2 and the futon 8 is laid on the bed mat 1. The same effects as the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the first embodiment are obtained.

  Hereinafter, a bedding cleaning apparatus according to a second embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. The bedding cleaning apparatus according to the second embodiment is obtained by adding a lid member that closes the hole in the bed in the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the first embodiment described above, and otherwise has the same structure as the bedding cleaning apparatus. Have. The same members as those in the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a bedding cleaning apparatus according to a second embodiment of the present invention. In addition, the arrow line in FIG. 2 shows the moving direction of a cover member.

  In the bedding cleaning apparatus 20 according to the second embodiment of the present invention, as shown in FIG. 2, a lid member 21 that closes the communication hole 2 a of the bed mounting portion 2 is provided at the bottom of the bed mat mounting plate 2. 2 is movably arranged along the line 2. The communication holes 2 a other than the one communication hole 2 a are closed with the lid member 21, and dust and mite allergen are sucked in by the suction blower 7. Subsequently, the lid member 21 is moved from the communication hole 2a closed by the lid member 21 so that the upper portion of the bed mounting portion 2 and the space 5 are communicated with each other, and the communication hole 2a not blocked by the lid member 21 is formed. One is closed with a lid member 21, and dust and mite allergen are sucked in by the suction blower 7. This operation is sequentially performed for all the communication holes 2a.

  Therefore, according to the bedding cleaning device 20 according to the second embodiment of the present invention, the same effects as the bedding cleaning device according to the first embodiment described above can be obtained, and the space 5 and the bed mat mounting plate 2 Since there is always only one portion communicating with the upper portion, the suction blower 7 can perform the operation without reducing the dust and mite allergen suction force. Further, when mite allergen cannot be completely sucked by the suction blower 7, it passes through the communication hole 2 a of the bed mat mounting plate 2 from the bed mat 1 and falls into the space 5, and mite allergen accumulates in the space 5 and the space 5 It is possible to prevent the mite allergen from floating and adhering to the bed mat 1 through the communication hole 2 a of the bed mat mounting plate 2.

  Hereinafter, a bedding cleaning apparatus according to a third embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. The bedding cleaning apparatus according to the third embodiment is the same as the bedding cleaning apparatus except that a nozzle is added to the suction blower in the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the first embodiment described above. The same members as those in the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the first embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a bedding cleaning apparatus according to a third embodiment of the present invention. In addition, the arrow line in FIG. 3 shows the moving direction of the suction inlet of a nozzle.

  In the bedding cleaning device 30 according to the third embodiment of the present invention, as shown in FIG. 3, a nozzle 31 connected to the suction blower 7 and connected to the through hole 2 a of the bed mat mounting plate 2 is provided. A suction port 32 is formed at the tip of the nozzle 31 and is movable along the bed mat mounting plate 2.

  Therefore, according to the bedding cleaning device 30 according to the third embodiment of the present invention, in addition to the same operational effects as the bedding cleaning device according to the first embodiment described above, the nozzle 31 is provided on the bed mat mounting plate 2. The dust and mite allergen adhering to the bed mat 1 can be efficiently sucked only by moving below the communication hole 2a, and the working efficiency is improved.

  The bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described below with reference to the drawings. The bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fourth embodiment is configured such that the bedding cleaning apparatus itself according to the first embodiment described above is movable.

  FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a bedding cleaning apparatus according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 5 is a perspective view thereof. In addition, the arrow line in FIG. 5 shows the flow of dust.

  A bedding cleaning device 40 according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention is disposed via a bed mat 42 disposed on a bed mat mounting portion 43 on which a bed mat 42 is mounted in a bed 41, as shown in FIG. Disposed between the lower comforter 44 and the upper comforter 45 disposed on the lower comforter 44, and is connected to the pipe portion 46, which is a suction path for sucking in dust and mite allergen, and connected to the pipe portion 46, and removes dust. It has a suction device 47 that is a suction means for suction, and a discharge tube 48 that is a discharge path for discharging dust sucked by the suction device 47.

  As shown in FIG. 5, the pipe portion 46 includes a plurality of suction pipes 49 each having a plurality of intake ports 49 a, an extension pipe 50 to which the plurality of suction pipes 49 are connected, and one end connected to the extension pipe 50. On the other hand, the other end has an intake tube 51 connected to the suction device 47.

  By operating the suction device 47, dust and mite allergen collected between the upper and lower comforters 45 and 44 are sucked into the suction device 47 through the suction port 49 a, the suction tube 49, the extension tube 50, and the suction tube 51, Dust and mite allergen sucked into the suction device 47 are discharged through the discharge tube 48.

  Therefore, according to the bedding cleaning device 40 according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention, the upper comforter 45 and the lower comforter 44 are sun-dried and the upper and lower comforters 45, 44 are laid, and then the upper comforter 45 and the lower comforter 44 are separated. Dust and mite allergen that are disposed between the upper and lower comforters 45 and 44 are sucked by the suction device 47 from the suction port 49 a, the suction tube 49, and the extension tube 50 through the suction tube 51. The sucked dust and mite allergen can be discharged from the discharge tube 48, and mite allergen can be easily removed from between the upper and lower comforters 45 and 44, and the work burden of housework can be reduced.

  In addition, although demonstrated using what was applied to the bed 41 above, you may make it apply to what laid only the futon, and the same effect is obtained.

  The bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention will be specifically described below with reference to the drawings. The bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fifth embodiment is obtained by adding a filter to the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fourth embodiment described above, and has the same structure except that. The same members as those in the bedding cleaning apparatus according to the fourth embodiment are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof is omitted.

  FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating a bedding cleaning apparatus according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention. In addition, the arrow line in FIG. 6 shows the flow of dust.

  A bedding cleaning device 60 according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention is one in which a filter 61 is disposed between a suction device 47 and a discharge tube 48 as shown in FIG. The filter 61 can inactivate mite allergen. For example, when the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea, urea destroys the higher-order structure of the protein constituting the allergen, and the enzyme cleaves the primary bond of the protein to inactivate the allergen. . As the enzyme, for example, a protease that hydrolyzes a peptide bond can be used. Proteases are roughly classified into proteinases and peptidases. A proteinase is an enzyme that hydrolyzes peptide bonds of protein molecules. When it acts on a high molecular weight protein, rapid depolymerization occurs, and the protein is peptated. Peptidase is an enzyme that hydrolyzes the peptide bond at the amino terminal or carboxy terminal of the peptide chain and releases amino acids sequentially from the terminal of the peptide chain. Note that the enzyme is activated by moisture in the air.

  Therefore, according to the bedding cleaning device 60 according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention, the same effect as the fourth embodiment described above can be obtained, and the dust discharged from the discharge tube 48 can be filtered by the filter 61. Thus, large dust can be captured, and the dust and the filter 61 can come into contact with each other to inactivate the mite allergen. For example, when the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea, the protein constituting the mite allergen contained in the dust is broken down into primary structure by urea, and the primary bond of the protein is cleaved by the enzyme. Since the allergen can be inactivated, the mite allergen is discharged from the filter 61, and even if a person inhales this mite allergen, it does not cause allergies.

  INDUSTRIAL APPLICATION This invention can be utilized for the bedding cleaning apparatus which can remove mite allergen.

1 is a schematic view of a bedding cleaning apparatus according to a first embodiment of the present invention. It is the schematic of the bedding cleaning apparatus which concerns on the 2nd Example of this invention. It is the schematic of the bedding cleaning apparatus which concerns on the 3rd Example of this invention. It is the schematic of the bedding cleaning apparatus which concerns on the 4th Example of this invention. It is a perspective view of the bedding cleaning apparatus which concerns on the 4th Example of this invention. It is the schematic of the bedding cleaning apparatus which concerns on the 5th Example of this invention.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Bed mat 2 Bed mat mounting board 3 Support leg 4 Bottom plate 5 Space 6 Bed 7 Air intake blower 8 Duvet 9 Drain pipe 10 Bedding cleaning device 11 Filter

Claims (11)

A suction path installed in the bedding, a suction means connected to the suction path, for sucking dust through a suction port formed in the suction path, and a discharge path for discharging the dust sucked by the suction means. A bedding cleaning device characterized by having. The bedding cleaning device according to claim 1,
A bedding cleaning apparatus comprising a filter having a function of inactivating allergens in the discharge path. The bedding cleaning device according to claim 2,
The bedding cleaning apparatus, wherein the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea. The bed mat has a space formed by being surrounded by a bed mat mounting portion on which the bed mat is mounted, a support portion that supports the bed mat mounting portion, and a bottom portion that is coupled to a lower portion of the support portion. A bed in which a communication hole for communicating the space with the outside is formed in the mounting portion, dust suction means for sucking dust from the space, and dust sucked by the dust suction means connected to the dust suction means. A bedding cleaning apparatus having a discharge path for discharging outside the space. The bedding cleaning device according to claim 4,
A bedding cleaning apparatus comprising a filter having a function of inactivating allergens in the discharge path. The bedding cleaning device according to claim 5,
The bedding cleaning apparatus, wherein the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea. The bedding cleaning device according to claim 5 or 6,
A bedding cleaning device, wherein the filter is disposed outside the bed. A bedding cleaning device according to any one of claims 4 to 7,
A bedding cleaning apparatus, wherein the dust suction means is provided with a nozzle connected to a through hole of the bed mat mounting portion, and the nozzle is movable along the bed mat mounting portion. A bedding cleaning device according to any one of claims 4 to 8,
A bedding cleaning apparatus, comprising: a lid member that closes a through hole of the bed mat mounting portion; and the lid member is movable along the bed mat mounting portion. A pipe part formed with an air inlet, a suction means connected to the pipe part, for sucking dust and allergen from the air inlet through the pipe part, and connected to the suction means for sucking dust and allergen sucked A bedding cleaning device having a discharge path for discharging,
A bedding cleaning device, wherein a filter having a function of inactivating allergens is disposed between the suction means and the discharge path. The bedding cleaning device according to claim 10,
The bedding cleaning apparatus, wherein the filter includes an allergen inactivating agent having an enzyme and urea.

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