JP7201042B2 - vacuum cleaner system - Google Patents

Description

The present disclosure relates to a vacuum cleaner system comprising a vacuum cleaner and a support device for supporting the vacuum cleaner.

Patent Literature 1 discloses a vacuum cleaner system. In the cleaner system, the support device supports the cleaner.

JP 2011-189132 A

However, when the cleaner is used as a handheld cleaner in the cleaner system described in Patent Literature 1, the supporting device does not support the removed tubular body. Therefore, it is necessary to consider the location of the tubular body.

The present disclosure has been made to solve the above problems. An object of the present disclosure is to provide a cleaner system that can support a cleaner regardless of how the cleaner is used.

A vacuum cleaner system according to the present disclosure includes a vacuum cleaner and a support device for supporting the vacuum cleaner. a tubular body that connects the tool, the support device comprising a holding portion that holds the tubular body, and a restricting portion that regulates downward movement of the tubular body when held by the holding portion. and holding the tubular body in a state in which the tubular body is connected to the main body and in a state in which the tubular body is released from connection with the main body and the suction tool, wherein the support device is positioned below the holding part. A base to be arranged and a support vertically extending from the base, the tubular body having a proximal portion near the support in the front-rear direction while being held by the holding portion, and the restricting portion being the proximal portion. The holding part holds the regulating part , the vacuum cleaner is removed from the supporting device by moving backward from being supported by the supporting device, and the tubular body is held by the holding part. It is released from the holding portion by moving backward from the state in which it is held .
Further, the vacuum cleaner system according to the present disclosure includes a vacuum cleaner and a support device for supporting the vacuum cleaner. and a tubular body that connects the suction tool, the support device comprises a holding part that holds the tubular body, and the tubular body has a regulation for regulating downward movement when the tubular body is held by the holding part holding the tubular body in a state where the tubular body is connected to the main body and in a state in which the tubular body is released from the connection between the main body and the suction tool, wherein the supporting device is more than the holding part A base disposed below and a support extending vertically from the base, the tubular body being held by the holding portion and having a proximal portion close to the support in the front-rear direction, and a restricting portion , provided in the proximal portion, the holding portion holds the restricting portion, the distal end portion of the holding portion is accommodated in the recess in the proximal portion to hold the proximal portion, and the holding portion holds the second The vacuum cleaner includes a holding part and a second holding part, the first holding part and the second holding part are displaceable to change the distance between them, and the vacuum cleaner allows the body and the tubular body to be fitted. A first latch part is provided, the first latch part is arranged on the tubular body, the first latch part is arranged at the same height as the position held by the holding part, and the tubular body is mounted on the support from behind. By moving toward , the first latch portion is pressed against the first holding portion and the second holding portion, the gap between the first holding portion and the second holding portion is widened, and the tubular body is supported from the rear. Movement toward the body causes the tip of the retainer to be retracted into a recess in the proximal portion.

Advantageous Effects of Invention According to the present disclosure, it is possible to provide a user-friendly cleaner system that can support a cleaner regardless of how the cleaner is used.

1 is a perspective view of a cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 1 is a top view of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 1 is a side view of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a first usage example of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 4 is a side view showing a second usage example of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1; Fig. 2 is a front view of the main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; 2 is a side view of the main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG. Fig. 2 is a side view showing a state immediately before the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1 is supported by the support device; FIG. 4 is a side view showing a state in which the suction tool of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1 is arranged at a specific position; Fig. 4 is a side view of a state in which the tubular body and the suction tool are supported by the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; FIG. 4 is a side view of a state in which the main body and the tubular body are supported by the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; FIG. 4 is a side view of a state in which the tubular body is supported by the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; FIG. 4 is a side view of a state in which the main body is supported by the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; Fig. 4 is a side view of a state in which the suction tool is supported by the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; Fig. 2 is a side view of a state in which the main body of the cleaner and the suction tool of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1 are connected; 1 is a vertical cross-sectional view of a cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 2 is a main part of a vertical cross-sectional view of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. Fig. 2 is an exploded perspective view of the dust collecting portion of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; Fig. 2 is a top view of the dust collecting portion of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1; FIG. 20 is a cross-sectional view taken along line FF of FIG. 19; FIG. 20 is a cross-sectional view taken along line GG of FIG. 19; Fig. 2 is a perspective view of the tubular body of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; 4 is a rear view of the tubular body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG. Fig. 2 is a side view of the tubular body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1; Fig. 2 is a vertical cross-sectional view of the tubular body of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; FIG. 25 is a cross-sectional view taken along line HH of FIG. 24; 1 is a front view of a cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 2 is a top view of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 1 is a side view of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG. 4 is a bottom view of the suction tool of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG. Fig. 2 is a vertical cross-sectional view of the suction tool of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; 4 is a top view of the support device of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG. Fig. 2 is a vertical cross-sectional view of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; FIG. 4 is a longitudinal sectional view of a main part of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 1 is a vertical cross-sectional view of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 2 is a longitudinal cross-sectional view of essential parts of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a holder of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 4 is a front view of a holder of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 4 is a longitudinal sectional view of a main part of the holding body of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a main part of a holder of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1; 1 is a vertical cross-sectional view of a main part of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 43 is a cross-sectional view taken along line II of FIG. 42. FIG. FIG. 43 is a cross-sectional view taken along line NN of FIG. 42. FIG. FIG. 10 is a side view of a first example of a main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 2; FIG. 11 is a side view of a second example of the main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 2; FIG. 11 is a side view of a third example of a main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 2; FIG. 11 is a side view of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 3;

Embodiments for implementing the cleaner system of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In addition, the same code|symbol is attached|subjected to the part which is the same or corresponds in each figure. Redundant description of the relevant part will be simplified or omitted as appropriate. In the following description, dust and other debris are collectively referred to simply as "dust". Air mixed with dust is called "dust-laden air". Air from which dust has been removed is called "clean air."

Embodiment 1.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 2 is a top view of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 3 is a side view of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG.

As shown in FIG. 1 , the cleaner system comprises a cleaner 1 and a support device 2 .

The vacuum cleaner 1 is removed from the support device 2 when cleaning is to take place. The cleaner 1 is attached to the support device 2 while maintaining its traveling direction after cleaning is completed. At this time, the front portion of the cleaner 1 is held by the support device 2 . As a result, the vacuum cleaner 1 is arranged with the rear portion as the design surface. The cleaner 1 and the cleaner system have lateral symmetry in appearance.

For example, the vacuum cleaner 1 includes a main body 3 , a tubular body 4 and a suction tool 5 .

For example, the main body 3 is formed in a cylindrical shape. For example, the tubular body 4 is formed in a rod shape. A tube 4 extends downward from the body 3 . The upper end portion of the tubular body 4 is detachably attached to the rear portion of the main body 3 . A rear portion and an intermediate portion in the width direction of the suction tool 5 is detachably provided to the lower end portion of the tubular body 4 .

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

The base body 6 is arranged at the lowest position in the support device 2 . For example, the substrate 6 is placed on the floor by the wall of the living room. For example, the support 7 is columnar. For example, the lower end of support 7 is fixed to base 6 . The holder 8 is arranged above the base 6 . For example, the holder 8 is arranged directly above the base 6 . The holder 8 is supported by the support 7 . A holder 8 is fixed to the upper end of the support 7 .

The center of gravity of the base 6, the support 7, and the holding body 8 is set at a low position so that the support device 2 does not easily tip over when the cleaner 1 is attached or detached. Specifically, the base 6 is heavier than the support 7 . Base body 6 is heavier than holder 8 . The base 6 may be heavier than the combined weight of the support 7 and holder 8 . In other words, the mass of the substrate 6 is greater than the mass of the support 7 and the holder 8 combined. This lowers the center of gravity and makes it difficult for the support device 2 and the cleaner system to topple over. For example, even when a force is applied to the supporting device 2 in the horizontal direction, it does not easily fall down.

At least one of the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 is held by the holding body 8 when the cleaner 1 is attached to the support device 2 . The suction tool 5 is supported by the base 6 of the support device 2 . At this time, the rear end of the suction tool 5 is arranged on the rear side relative to the tubular body 4 and the main body 3 . The center of gravity of the main body 3 is on the front side of the internal air passage of the tubular body 4 . Preferably, the center of gravity of the main body 3 is on the front side of the main body 3 relative to the tubular body 4 .

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

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

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

In addition, when the tubular body 4 is not supported by the support device 2 , the cleaner 1 can be attached to and detached from the support device 2 as a handheld cleaner 1 . For example, the user attaches and detaches the main body 3 by moving it laterally with respect to the support device 2 . For example, the user attaches and detaches the main body 3 by moving it vertically with respect to the support device 2 .

Moreover, when the tubular body 4 is supported by the support device 2 , the user moves the main body 3 from above the tubular body 4 . As a result, the main body 3 is supported by the supporting device 2 while being connected to the tubular body 4 .

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

Next, a first usage example of the vacuum cleaner 1 will be described with reference to FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing a first usage example of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG.

As shown in FIG. 4 , the main body 3 has an outer shell 9 , a handle 10 and a dust collector 11 .

The outer shell part 9 becomes part of the design surface of the cleaner 1 . The handle 10 defines the fore-and-aft direction of the cleaner system. The upper end portion of the handle 10 is provided above the shell portion 9 . The dust collecting part 11 is formed in a cylindrical shape as a whole. The dust collection section 11 is provided below the outer shell section 9 .

When the cleaner 1 is used as a stick cleaner, the user holds the middle part of the handle 10 . For example, the user cleans the floor surface with the longitudinal direction of the tubular body 4 oriented obliquely. At this time, the tubular body 4 is arranged below the main body 3 .

Next, a second usage example of the cleaner 1 will be described with reference to FIG.
5 is a side view showing a second usage example of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG.

As shown in FIG. 5, the user cleans with the suction tool 5 (not shown in FIG. 5) removed. For example, the user cleans a high place with the longitudinal direction of the tubular body 4 slanted. At this time, there is no heavy object at the tip of the cleaner 1 . For this reason, the user can clean while reducing the burden on his or her hands.

Next, a third usage example of the vacuum cleaner 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7. FIG.
6 is a front view of the main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 7 is a side view of the main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG.

As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, when the cleaner 1 is used as a handheld cleaner, the user cleans the surface to be cleaned with the tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5 removed. . At this time, the user holds the front end side of the handle 10 .

Next, a procedure for supporting the cleaner 1 on the support device 2 will be described with reference to FIGS. 8 and 9. FIG.
8 is a side view showing a state immediately before the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1 is supported by the support device. FIG. 9 is a side view showing a state in which the suction tool of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1 is arranged at a specific position. FIG.

As shown in FIG. 8, the user holds the handle 10 and moves the suction tool 5 back and forth. At this time, the vacuum cleaner 1 is arranged obliquely so that the suction tool 5 is located forward of the main body 3 .

After finishing the cleaning, the user moves the cleaner 1 in the direction D while maintaining the cleaning posture and places the suction tool 5 at a specific position of the support device 2 . At this time, the suction tool 5 does not perform any special operation.

As shown in FIG. 9 , the main body 3 is arranged behind the suction tool 5 immediately after the suction tool 5 is placed at the specific position. The user moves the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 in the E direction while the suction tool 5 is arranged at the specific position. The motion in the D direction and the motion in the E direction are performed as a series of motions for moving the cleaner 1 forward. The operation in the E direction is an operation in which the user holds the handle 10 and moves the suction tool 5 in an arc around the rotation axis. Therefore, the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 without being lifted.

Although not shown, the user lifts the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 obliquely upward while the suction tool 5 is arranged at the specific position. After that, the user presses the tubular body 4 against the holding body 8 from behind. As a result, cleaner 1 is held by holder 8 .

Next, a modified example of the cleaner system will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 to 15. FIG.
10 is a side view of a state in which the tubular body and the suction tool are supported by the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 11 is a side view showing a state in which the main body and the tubular body are supported by the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 12 is a side view of a state in which the tubular body is supported by the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 13 is a side view of the main body supported by the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 14 is a side view of the suction tool supported by the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 15 is a side view of a state in which the main body of the cleaner and the suction tool of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1 are connected.

As shown in FIG. 10, the tubular body 4 is held by the holder 8 while the tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5 are connected.

As shown in FIG. 11, the tubular body 4 is held by the holder 8 while the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 are connected.

As shown in FIG. 12, the tubular body 4 is held by the holding body 8 without the main body 3 and the suction tool 5. As shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 13, the main body 3 is held by the holder 8 without the tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5. As shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 14, the suction tool 5 is supported by the base 6 without the main body 3 and the tube 4. As shown in FIG.

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

Next, the shell portion 9 and the handle 10 will be described with reference to FIGS. 16 and 17. FIG.
16 is a longitudinal sectional view of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 17 is a vertical cross-sectional view of a main part of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG.

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

The case portion 12 is formed in a cylindrical shape as a whole. Case portion 12 accommodates electric blower 16 and control portion 17 . The electric blower 16 is provided above the dust collecting section 11 . The electric blower 16 is provided so as to be able to perform air intake and exhaust. The control unit 17 is provided directly above the electric blower 16 . For example, the controller 17 controls the operation of the electric blower 16 .

The case portion 12 has a convex portion 18 . The convex portion 18 is provided on the front portion of the case portion 12 .

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

The connecting pipe portion 14 is arranged along the dust collecting portion 11 . The front side of the connection pipe portion 14 is adjacent to the dust collection portion 11 . The connecting pipe portion 14 is arranged on an extension line of the battery portion 13 . The connection pipe part 14 is formed in a cylindrical shape. The connecting pipe portion 14 is detachably provided with respect to the tubular body 4 . The inner side of the lower portion of the connecting pipe portion 14 is provided so that the upper portion of the tubular body 4 can be inserted. The connection pipe part 14 is detachably provided with respect to the suction tool 5 .

The connecting pipe portion 14 has a fitting portion 19 . The fitting portion 19 is formed in a triangular shape when viewed from the side. The fitting portion 19 protrudes outward from the connecting pipe portion 14 as it goes upward. For example, the lower portion of the fitting portion 19 hardly protrudes. For example, the lower portion of fitting portion 19 does not protrude completely. For example, the fitting portion 19 is formed in a slope shape.

The exhaust portion 15 is provided in the outer shell portion 9 in the vicinity of the battery portion 13 . The exhaust part 15 may also be provided at the front and lower part of the handle 10 . In this case, the exhaust portions 15 are provided on the front and rear sides of the main body 3 .

The handle 10 is provided so as to be visible in a top view while the main body 3 is supported by the support device 2 (not shown in FIGS. 16 and 17). The handle 10 is formed over the front-rear direction of the main body 3 . For example, the handle 10 is formed from the upper end to the front. For example, the handle 10 is formed rearward from the upper end. For example, the handle 10 is formed from the upper end to the front and back. For example, the handle 10 is formed lower forward than the upper end. For example, the handle 10 is formed lower rearward than the upper end. For example, the handle 10 is formed to extend forward and backward from the center of the main body 3 in the front-rear direction.

For example, the handle 10 is formed continuously from the front end portion to the rear end portion of the shell portion 9 . For example, the front end and rear end of the handle 10 are provided parallel. For example, the intermediate portion of the handle 10 is curved and connected to the front and rear ends of the handle 10 above the case portion 12 . For example, the intermediate portion of the handle 10 is formed to be convex upward. For example, the rear end portion of the handle 10 is provided on the rear side of the case portion 12 relative to the rear portion of the case portion 12 on the extension line of the tubular body 4 . For example, the front end portion of the handle 10 is provided on the front side of the case portion 12 relative to the front portion of the case portion 12 . For example, the front end of the handle 10 is connected to the convex portion 18 of the case portion 12 .

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

The handle 10 has an operation portion 21 . The operating portion 21 is provided on the front portion of the handle 10 . For example, the operation unit 21 has a plurality of operation switches.

The main body 3 includes a left main body side charging terminal portion L and a right main body side charging terminal portion R, although not shown. For example, the left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R are provided at the front portion of the connecting tube portion 14 . For example, the left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R are provided below the dust collecting portion 11 . The left body side charging terminal portion L and the right body side charging terminal portion R may be provided at the lower portion of the handle 10 .

The left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R are covered with a main body side charging terminal support. The left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R are fixed to the ends of the main body side charging terminal support.

The left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R are formed of an elongated metal plate. The left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R each have an elongated projection. The projection is provided in the center of the corresponding body-side charging terminal portion.

The left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R are arranged at positions separated from each other. The left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R face in the horizontal direction.

The user operates the operation section 21 with the hand holding the handle 10 . The control unit 17 uses the electric power from the battery unit 13 to control the operation of the electric blower 16 based on the operation content of the operation unit 21 . For example, the control unit 17 operates the electric blower 16 when one of the operation switches is pressed while the electric blower 16 is stopped. For example, the control unit 17 stops the electric blower 16 when one of the operation switches is pressed while the electric blower 16 is operating. For example, the control unit 17 changes the rotation speed of the electric blower 16 when the other operation switch is pressed while the electric blower 16 is operating.

When the electric blower 16 operates, suction air is generated. Dust-containing air is sucked from the suction tool 5 by the suction wind. After that, the dust-containing air passes through the inside of the tubular body 4 . After that, the dust-containing air passes through the interior of the connecting pipe portion 14 . After that, the dust-containing air flows into the dust collecting section 11 . At this time, the dust in the dust-containing air is collected in the dust collector 11 . As a result, clean air is produced. The clean air flows out from the dust collector 11 . The clean air then passes through the electric blower 16 . After that, the clean air is discharged from the exhaust portion 15 to the outside of the main body 3 .

Next, the dust collector 11 will be described with reference to FIGS. 18 to 21. FIG.
18 is an exploded perspective view of the dust collecting portion of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 19 is a top view of the dust collector of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 20 is a cross-sectional view taken along line FF of FIG. 19. FIG. 21 is a cross-sectional view taken along line GG of FIG. 19. FIG.

As shown in FIG. 18 , the dust collecting section 11 includes a cyclone separator 22 and a filter section 23 .

The cyclone separating device 22 includes an inflow portion case 24 , a guide portion 25 , a turning portion 26 , a discharge portion 27 , a dust collection container 28 and a partition portion 29 .

The inlet case 24 has an inlet 30 . The inlet 30 opens at the side wall of the inlet case 24 .

The guide portion 25 is provided so as to be accommodated in the inflow portion case 24 .

The turning part 26 is formed in a conical shape.

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

The partition wall portion 29 is arranged below the turning portion 26 . The partition wall 29 partitions the dust container 28 .

The discharge part 27 is formed cylindrically or conically. The discharge part 27 has a plurality of fine holes. The longitudinal axis of the discharge portion 27 is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the dust container 28 and the longitudinal axis of the turning portion 26 .

As shown in FIG. 19, the filter part 23 is detachably housed in the upper part of the inflow part case 24 . The filter unit 23 is provided between the electric blower 16 and the cyclone separator 22 (not shown in FIG. 19).

As shown in FIG. 20 , the swivel portion 26 has a first opening 31 and a second opening 32 . A first opening 31 is formed in the side wall of the turning portion 26 . A second opening 32 is formed at the bottom of the swivel portion 26 .

The dust container 28 has a depression 33 . The depression 33 is provided at the bottom of the dust container 28 . Although not shown, the recessed portion 33 is provided so as to come into contact with the convex portion 18 of the connecting pipe portion 14 . The contact point at this time serves as a starting point when the dust collecting portion 11 rotates and is connected to the main body 3 .

A first dust collection chamber 34 is provided outside the partition wall 29 . A second dust collection chamber 35 is formed inside the partition wall portion 29 .

In the dust collecting section 11 , dust-laden air flows in from the inlet 30 . The dust-laden air flows in the tangential direction or the circumferential direction of the inlet case 24 . The dust-containing air is guided to the turning section 26 via the guide section 25 . The dust-containing air turns into a swirling airflow in the swirling section 26 .

At this time, the dust in the whirling air current receives centrifugal force. For example, relatively bulky dust α such as fiber dust and hair is sent from the first opening 31 to the first dust collection chamber 34 by centrifugal force. On the other hand, dust β of relatively small volume, such as sand dust and fine fibers, falls from the second opening 32 into the second dust collection chamber 35 without being sent from the first opening 31 to the first dust collection chamber 34 . As a result, the dust-containing air becomes clean air. The clean air passes through the discharge section 27 . After that, the clean air passes through the filter section 23 . At this time, the filter unit 23 collects finer dust that has not been separated.

Next, the tubular body 4 will be described with reference to FIGS. 22 to 26. FIG.
22 is a perspective view of the tubular body of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 23 is a rear view of the tubular body of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 24 is a side view of the tubular body of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 25 is a vertical cross-sectional view of the tubular body of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 26 is a cross-sectional view taken along line HH of FIG. 24. FIG.

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

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

The pipe portion 36 includes a pipe 40 and a fitting portion 41 .

Pipe 40 is the main part of pipe section 36 . The pipe 40 is cylindrically formed. The inside of the pipe 40 becomes an air passage. The interior space of pipe 40 has a longitudinal axis. The longitudinal axis is rectilinear. The fitting portion 41 is arranged at the front and lower portion of the pipe portion 36 . The fitting portion 41 is provided so as to be fitted with the suction tool 5 (not shown in FIG. 22).

A cover pipe 37 is coupled to the rear portion of the pipe portion 36 . The outer shape of the cover pipe 37 is formed in an arc shape. When the cover pipe 37 is connected to the pipe portion 36, the combined outer shape of the pipe portion 36 and the cover pipe 37 is a straight bar.

The latch portion 38 is arranged at the front and top portion of the tubular body 4 . The latch portion 38 is provided outside the pipe portion 36 . For example, the latch portion 38 is fixed to the pipe portion 36 via a cover. For example, latch portion 38 is directly secured to pipe portion 36 . A center portion of the latch portion 38 is supported by the pipe portion 36 . The latch portion 38 is provided so as to be fitted with the main body 3 not shown in FIG. Specifically, the latch portion 38 is provided so as to maintain the connection between the lower end portion of the connecting tube portion 14 and the upper end portion of the tubular body 4 . The latch portion 38 includes a latch 42a and a cover latch 42b.

As shown in FIG. 25, the latch 42a includes a button portion 43a, a latch tip portion 43b and a spring 43c. The latch 42a is displaced like a seesaw. For example, latch 42a is displaced from the first position to the second position. For example, latch 42a is displaced from the second position to the first position. The first position is a position where the connection between the main body 3 and the upper end of the pipe portion 36 (not shown in FIG. 25) is maintained. The second position is a position where the connection between the main body 3 and the upper end of the pipe portion 36 is released.

The latch 42a receives force from the spring 43c so that the button portion 43a moves away from the end of the pipe portion 36. As shown in FIG. Therefore, unless an external force other than the force from the spring 43c acts on the latch 42a, the latch 42a is arranged at the first position.

When the button portion 43a is pushed closer to the pipe portion 36, the latch 42a is displaced from the first position to the second position. When the latch tip 43b contacts the fitting portion of the main body 3, the latch 42a changes from the first position.

Cover latch 42b covers latch tip 43b. For example, the cover latch 42b is slanted. For example, the cover latch 42b has a rounded shape. For example, the width of the cover latch 42b becomes narrower with increasing distance from the pipe portion 36. As shown in FIG. The cover latch 42b serves as a guide when the tubular body 4 is held by the holder 8. As shown in FIG.

When the tubular body 4 and the fitting portion of the connection pipe portion 14 are moved away from each other with the latch 42 a arranged at the second position, the latch tip portion 43 b is fitted with the fitting portion of the connection pipe portion 14 . released from the bond. When the latch 42a is arranged at the first position, the latch tip portion 43b is fitted with the fitting portion of the connecting tube portion 14. As shown in FIG. At this time, the convex portion of the fitting portion of the connecting pipe portion 14 prevents the pipe portion 36 from coming off from the connecting pipe portion 14 . Furthermore, when the latch distal end portion 43b is separated from the fitting portion of the connecting tube portion 14, the latch 42a returns to the first position by the force of the spring 43c.

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

As shown in FIG. 26, the pipe portion 36 includes a left recessed portion 44a and a right recessed portion 44b. For example, the left recess 44 a and the right recess 44 b are provided at the front of the pipe 40 . For example, the left recess 44 a and the right recess 44 b are provided behind the latch portion 38 . For example, the left recessed portion 44a and the right recessed portion 44b are vertically long depressions.

For example, the left concave portion 44a is formed on the surface of the pipe portion 36 facing leftward. The right concave portion 44b is formed on the surface of the pipe portion 36 facing rightward. On the other hand, the latch portion 38 is provided on the front facing surface of the pipe portion 36 . When the tubular body 4 is viewed from above, the latch portion 38 is arranged between the left recessed portion 44a and the right recessed portion 44b.

The left recessed portion 44a and the right recessed portion 44b are arranged at the same height. For example, the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b are arranged at the same height as the latch 42a and the cover latch 42b. The minimum width of left recess 44a and the minimum width of right recess 44b are less than the maximum width of cover latch 42b.

As shown in FIG. 24, the tubular body 4 includes a left first restricting portion 45a, a right first restricting portion 45b, a left second restricting portion 46a, and a right second restricting portion 46b. The left first restricting portion 45a and the left second restricting portion 46a are arranged on the far side in FIG. Therefore, in FIG. 24, the left first restricting portion 45a and the left second restricting portion 46a are not shown.

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

The left first restricting portion 45a is arranged at the upper end portion of the left recessed portion 44a. The right first restricting portion 45b is arranged at the upper end portion of the right recess 44b. The left first restricting portion 45a and the right first restricting portion 45b are arranged at the same height. The left recessed portion 44a is arranged on the far side in FIG. Therefore, the left recessed portion 44a is not shown in FIG.

The left second restricting portion 46a is arranged at the lower end portion of the left recessed portion 44a. The right second restricting portion 46b is arranged at the lower end portion of the right recess 44b. The left second restricting portion 46a and the right second restricting portion 46b are arranged at the same height.

The terminal portion 39 is arranged at the rear and upper portion of the tubular body 4 . The terminal portion 39 is a relay component for energizing the suction tool 5 (not shown in FIG. 24). Terminal portion 39 is connected to a lead wire not shown in FIG. A portion of the terminal portion 39 and the lead wire are arranged between the pipe portion 36 and the cover pipe 37 .

Next, the suction tool will be described with reference to FIGS. 27 to 31. FIG.
27 is a front view of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 28 is a top view of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 29 is a side view of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 30 is a bottom view of the suction tool of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG. 31 is a longitudinal sectional view of the suction tool of the cleaner of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG.

As shown in FIGS. 27 to 29 , the suction tool 5 includes a suction port body 47 and a connecting portion 48 .

The suction port body 47 is formed in an elongated shape. The suction port body 47 is formed in a rectangular shape in plan view. In plan view, the lateral direction of the suction port body 47 is the cleaning direction of the suction port body 47 . In plan view, the longitudinal direction of the suction port body 47 is a direction perpendicular to the lateral direction of the suction port body 47 . Most of the bottom surface of the suction port body 47 is parallel to the surface to be cleaned.

The connecting portion 48 connects the longitudinal intermediate portion and the rear portion of the suction port body 47 to the tubular body 4 . The connecting part 48 is provided so that the angle between the suction port body 47 and the tubular body 4 can be varied.

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

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

A pair of rear wheels 50 are provided to rotate. One of the pair of rear wheels 50 is provided on one side of the suction port body 47 at the rear portion of the suction port body 47 . The other of the pair of front wheels 49 is provided on the other side of the suction port body 47 at the rear portion of the suction port body 47 .

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

The rotating brush 52 is arranged at the suction port 51 . The rotating brush 52 is provided so as to scrape up dust when it rotates.

The electric motor is provided so as to be operable by power supplied directly from the main body 3 or power supplied from the main body 3 through the tubular body 4 . Rotation of the electric motor is transmitted to the rotating brush 52 via a belt or the like.

The inlet body 47 has a safety switch 53 . A safety switch 53 is provided to detect the surface to be cleaned. The safety switch 53 is set so that the rotating brush 52 can rotate when the surface to be cleaned is detected. For example, the safety switch 53 comprises a wheel 53a and an elastic member (not shown).

The wheel 53a is provided so as to be vertically movable. The wheel 53a moves upward upon contact with the surface to be cleaned. The wheels 53a are arranged above the pair of front wheels 49 and the pair of rear wheels 50 when moved to the top.

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

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

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

The connecting portion 48 includes a terminal portion 54 . The terminal portion 54 is arranged at the rear and upper portion of the connecting portion 48 . The terminal portion 54 is provided so as to be able to conduct electricity with the tubular body 4 and the main body 3, which are not shown in FIG.

The connecting portion 48 includes a latch portion 55 . The latch portion 55 is provided at the front and upper portion of the connecting portion 48 . The latch portion 55 is provided so as to fit with the tubular body 4 . For example, the latch portion 55 is arranged directly below the latch portion 38 . For example, latch portion 55 includes latch 56 and cover latch 57 . When the tubular body 4 and the connecting portion 48 move away from each other while the latch 56 is pressed, the connection between the tubular body 4 and the connecting portion 48 is released.

Next, the base 6 and the support 7 will be described with reference to FIGS. 32 to 37. FIG.
32 is a perspective view of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 33 is a top view of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 34 is a longitudinal sectional view of the support device of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG. 35 is a longitudinal sectional view of a main part of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 36 is a longitudinal sectional view of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 37 is a vertical cross-sectional view of a main part of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG.

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

A bottom plate 58 forms the bottom surface of the substrate 6 . The upper surface of the bottom plate 58 is a flat surface. The fixing portion 59 is provided on the upper surface of the bottom plate 58 . The fixed portion 59 supports the lower end portion of the support 7 . Side wall 60 is connected to bottom plate 58 and fixed portion 59 . Side walls 60 may be connected only to bottom plate 58 .

As shown in FIG. 33, sidewall 60 comprises sidewall 60a, sidewall 60b and sidewall 60c. Side wall 60a, side wall 60b and side wall 60c function as a positioning portion for arranging suction tool 5 (not shown in FIG. 33) at a specific position. The specific position is a position where the suction tool 5 is arranged when the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 .

When the suction tool 5 is arranged at a specific position on the upper surface of the bottom plate 58, the side wall 60a, the side wall 60b, and the side wall 60c are provided so as to face the suction tool 5 from three sides. Specifically, the side wall 60a is provided so as to face the front surface of the suction tool 5 arranged at a specific position. For example, the side wall 60a is provided so that the suction tool 5 faces from behind. The side wall 60b is provided so as to face the right side surface of the suction tool 5 arranged at a specific position. The side wall 60c is provided so as to face the left side surface of the suction tool 5 arranged at a specific position. For example, the distance between the side wall 60b and the side wall 60c increases toward the rear so that the suction tool 5 can easily enter.

As shown in FIG. 34, the base 6 may also have a slope portion 61 . The slope portion 61 is provided to facilitate putting the suction tool 5 (not shown in FIG. 34) into a specific position without lifting it. The upper surface of the slope portion 61 is an inclined surface. The slope portion 61 is adjacent to the bottom plate 58 . That is, the sloped surface of the slope portion 61 is adjacent to the flat surface of the bottom plate 58 . The height of the slanted surface decreases toward the rear from the flat surface of the bottom plate 58 .

As shown in FIG. 35, the base 6 includes a control section 62 and a sheet metal member 63. As shown in FIG.

For example, the control unit 62 has a function of controlling charging of the secondary battery of the battery unit 13 (not shown in FIG. 35). For example, the control unit 62 has a function of converting AC power from the outside into DC power.

The sheet metal member 63 functions as a weight. The sheet metal member 63 has a function of preventing the spread of flames due to combustion of the control section 62 . The sheet metal member 63 has a function of protecting the control section 62 . The sheet metal member 63 has a function of firmly fixing the base 6 and the support 7 (not shown in FIG. 35). For example, the sheet metal member 63 is made of a flame-retardant member. For example, the sheet metal member 63 has self-extinguishing properties such that it burns while exposed to flames, but extinguishes when removed from the flames and does not spread easily. For example, the sheet metal member 63 is a steel plate with a thickness of 1.6 mm or more. Preferably, the sheet metal member 63 is a steel plate with a thickness of 2.0 mm or more. For example, the sheet metal member 63 is a steel plate made of SGHC material. The sheet metal member 63 covers at least part of the control section 62 . For example, the sheet metal member 63 covers the control section 17 from above. Preferably, the sheet metal member 63 covers the entire control section 17 .

As shown in FIGS. 36 and 37, the support 7 is provided so as not to break when supporting a heavy object such as the main body 3 . For example, at least part of the appearance of the support 7 is made of a member stronger than a resin member. For example, at least part of the appearance of the support 7 is made of a metal member. The metal member extends vertically. For example, the metal member extends from the bottom end of the support 7 to the top end. For example, the metal member is firmly fixed to a sheet metal member 63 not shown in FIGS.

Next, the holder 8 will be described with reference to FIGS. 38 to 44. FIG.
38 is a perspective view of a holder of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 39 is a front view of the holder of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 40 is a longitudinal sectional view of a main part of the holder of the support device of the cleaner system in Embodiment 1. FIG. 41 is a perspective view of a main part of the holder of the support device of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 42 is a longitudinal sectional view of a main part of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. FIG. 43 is a cross-sectional view taken along line II of FIG. FIG. 44 is a cross-sectional view taken along line NN of FIG.

As shown in FIG. 38 , the holding body 8 includes a holding case 64 , tubular body holding portion 65 , main body holding portion 66 and release portion 67 .

The holding case 64 is fixed to the upper part of the support 7, not shown in FIG. A portion of the holding case 64 has a concave shape when viewed from above. A space exists in the concave portion of the holding case 64 . The space is open upwards and downwards. The space is opened rearward vertically in a straight line.

As shown in FIG. 39, the holding case 64 has an inner wall 64a, an inner wall 64b, and an inner wall 64c. The inner wall 64 a , the inner wall 64 b and the inner wall 64 c form part of the concave shape of the holding case 64 . The inner wall 64a is the inner wall located between the inner wall 64b and the inner wall 64c of the inner walls forming the recessed portion.

Although not shown, the holding case 64 has a plurality of shaft supports. For example, each of the multiple shaft supports is a hole. For example, a portion of each of the multiple shaft supports is arcuate. For example, a portion of each of the multiple shaft supports is cut out.

The tubular body holding portion 65 is supported by the holding case 64 . The tubular body holding portion 65 holds the cleaner 1 (not shown in FIG. 39). For example, the tubular body holding portion 65 holds the cleaner 1 by sandwiching it from both sides. Specifically, the tubular body holding portion 65 holds the upper end portion of the tubular body 4 by sandwiching it from both sides. The tubular body holding portions 65 may sandwich the main body 3 from both sides.

The main body holding portion 66 is supported by the holding case 64 . The main body holding portion 66 is arranged above the tubular body holding portion 65 . The main body holding portion 66 holds the main body 3 . For example, the main body holding portion 66 holds the connecting tube portion 14 . Specifically, the main body holding portion 66 holds the connecting pipe portion 14 by sandwiching it from both sides. The main body holding portion 66 may hold a portion of the main body 3 by sandwiching it. The main body holding portion 66 can charge the main body 3 .

The release portion 67 protrudes from the inner wall 64 a of the holding case 64 . For example, in the release portion 67, the upper end and the lower end remote from the inner wall 64a may be slanted. Also, the lower end may protrude substantially vertically from the inner wall 64a. In other words, only the upper end portion may be inclined. For example, the release portion 67 has rounded upper and lower ends remote from the inner wall 64a. Although not shown in FIG. 39, the release portion 67 is arranged above the button portion 43a of the latch portion 38 or at the same height. The width of the release portion 67 is smaller than the width of the button portion 43a.

As shown in FIG. 41, for example, the tubular body holding portion 65 includes a left holding portion 68a, a right holding portion 68b, and a spring 69. As shown in FIG.

For example, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are arranged to face each other. For example, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are arranged symmetrically.

The left holding portion 68a includes a left shaft portion 70a. The left shaft portion 70a is provided at the front portion of the left holding portion 68a. The left shaft portion 70a protrudes from the upper end portion and the lower end portion of the left holding portion 68a. The left shaft portion 70a is rotatably supported by a shaft support portion of the holding case 64 (not shown in FIG. 41). The direction of rotation of the left holding portion 68a at this time is perpendicular to the vertical direction of the cleaner system. The direction of rotation is horizontal with respect to the floor surface.

The right holding portion 68b includes a right shaft portion 70b. The right shaft portion 70b is provided in front of the right holding portion 68b. The right shaft portion 70b protrudes from the upper end portion and the lower end portion of the right holding portion 68b. The right shaft portion 70b is rotatably supported by a shaft support portion of the holding case 64 (not shown in FIG. 41). The direction of rotation of the right holding portion 68b at this time is perpendicular to the vertical direction of the cleaner system. The direction of rotation is horizontal with respect to the floor surface.

For example, spring 69 is a tension spring. It is arranged behind the left shaft portion 70a and the right shaft portion 70b. The spring 69 is connected to the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b. The spring 69 pulls the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b toward each other by initial tension. The spring 69 brings the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b closest to each other when no external force other than its own force acts on the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b.

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

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

The left holding portion 71a includes a left shaft portion 73a. The left shaft portion 73a is provided at the front portion of the left holding portion 71a. The left shaft portion 73a is cylindrical. The left shaft portion 73a protrudes from the upper end and the lower end of the left holding portion 71a. The left shaft portion 73a is rotatably supported by a shaft support portion of the holding case 64 (not shown in FIG. 41). At this time, the rotation direction of the left holding portion 71a is perpendicular to the vertical axis of the cleaner system. The direction of rotation is horizontal with respect to the floor surface.

The right holding portion 71b includes a right shaft portion 73b. The right shaft portion 73b is provided at the front portion of the right holding portion 71b. The right shaft portion 73b is cylindrical. The right shaft portion 73b protrudes from the upper end portion and the lower end portion of the right holding portion 71b. The right shaft portion 73b is rotatably supported by a shaft support portion of the holding case 64 (not shown in FIG. 41). The direction of rotation of the right holding portion 71b at this time is perpendicular to the vertical axis of the cleaner system. The direction of rotation is horizontal with respect to the floor surface.

For example, spring 72 is a tension spring. It is arranged behind the left shaft portion 73a and the right shaft portion 73b. The spring 72 is connected to the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b. The spring 72 pulls the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b toward each other by initial tension. The spring 72 brings the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b closest to each other when no external force other than its own force acts on the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b.

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

The left supporting device side charging terminal portion 74a is provided below the inclined portion provided on the upper portion of the left holding portion 71a. The right supporting device side charging terminal portion 74b is provided below the inclined portion provided on the upper portion of the right holding portion 71b.

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

In FIG. 44, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b have distal ends. The tip portions of the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b may be arranged at the closest distance in the portions of the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b that are exposed to the outside. Further, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b may be arranged so that the distal end portions face each other. The left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b have rear inclined surfaces that are inclined rearward from the distal end portions. The left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b have front inclined surfaces that are inclined forward from the distal ends. As shown in FIG. 44, the length from the tip is formed longer on the rear slope than on the front slope. In addition, the angle from the tip portion is more gentle on the rear inclined surface than on the front inclined surface. In other words, the distance between the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b is narrower on the rear inclined surface than on the front inclined surface at positions equally spaced forward and rearward from the distal end portion. In other words, the distance between the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b changes more gently on the rear inclined surface than on the front inclined surface. As a result, the tubular body 4 is easily supported by the holder 8 and is less likely to come off from the holder 8 . In other words, the force required to remove the tube 4 from the support device is greater than the force required to cause the tube 4 to be supported on the support device 2 . In other words, the force required to remove the cleaner 1 from the support device 2 is greater than the force required to support the cleaner 1 on the support device 2 .

In FIG. 44, before the tubular body 4 contacts the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, the distance between the tip of the left holding portion 68a and the tip of the right holding portion 68b is larger than the width of the latch portion 38. is also short. The distance between the tip of the left holding portion 68a and the tip of the right holding portion 68b is shorter than the width of the distance between the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b.

After the latch portion 38 contacts the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, when the latch portion 38 moves so as to be pressed against the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b move. are displaced in the direction in which the distance between them increases.

When the latch portion 38 is further moved to be pressed against the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, the tip of the left holding portion 68a and the tip of the right holding portion 68b are brought into contact with the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b. stored respectively. At this time, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are displaced so that the distance between them narrows. As a result, the tubular body 4 is held by the holding body 8 while being sandwiched between the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b.

With the tip of the left holding portion 68a and the tip of the right holding portion 68b being housed in the left recess 44a and the right recess 44b, respectively, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are moved by the force of the spring 69. The left recessed portion 44a and the right recessed portion 44b are pressed together. The left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b continue to press the left concave portion 44a and the right concave portion 44b by the force of the spring 69 unless an external force other than the spring 69 such as an external force by the user acts. As a result, the tubular body 4 faces up and down while being held by the holding body 8 .

When the pipe portion 36 moves away from the holding body 8, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are displaced in a direction to widen the distance therebetween. For example, when the pipe portion 36 moves rearward, the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b are displaced in a direction to widen the distance therebetween. When the pipe portion 36 is disengaged from the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, the force of the spring 69 brings the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b to the closest position.

Although details are not shown, in a state in which the tubular body 4 is held by the holding body 8, the lower surface of the left first restricting portion 45a is arranged above the left holding portion 68a. The lower surface of the right first restricting portion 45b is arranged above the right holding portion 68b. The upper surface of the left second restricting portion 46a is arranged below the left holding portion 68a. The upper surface of the right second restricting portion 46b is arranged below the right holding portion 68b.

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

When the tubular body 4 moves upward in a state where the tubular body 4 is held by the holding body 8, the left second restricting portion 46a and the right second restricting portion 46b move to the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, respectively. Contact. Preferably, the left second restricting portion 46a and the right second restricting portion 46b contact the lower ends of the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, respectively. As a result, the tubular body 4 is restricted from moving upward.

The left first restricting portion 45a and the right first restricting portion 45b are supported by the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, respectively, regardless of whether or not the suction tool 5 and the tubular body 4 are connected. As a result, the tubular body 4 is supported by the supporting device 2 without changing its posture and position. At this time, if the suction tool 5 and the tubular body 4 are connected, the rear wheel 50 of the suction tool 5 is slightly lifted from the upper surface of the bottom plate 58 .

When the main body 3 is removed from the support device 2, the distance between the left support device side charging terminal portion 74a and the right support device side charging terminal portion 74b is the left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R. shorter than the interval between When the main body 3 approaches the supporting device 2, the left main body charging terminal portion L and the right main body charging terminal portion R come into contact with the left supporting device charging terminal portion 74a and the right supporting device charging terminal portion 74b, respectively. . After that, when the left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R are moved to be pressed against the left supporting device side charging terminal portion 74a and the right supporting device side charging terminal portion 74b, respectively, the left supporting device side The charging terminal portion 74a and the right supporting device side charging terminal portion 74b are displaced in a direction to widen the distance therebetween. At this time, the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b are displaced in a direction to increase the distance therebetween. When the main body 3 is supported by the supporting device 2, the main body holding portion 66 holds the left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R so as to sandwich them. As a result, the body 3 is stabilized while being supported by the support device 2 . When the main body 3 is removed from the support device 2 , the left support device side charging terminal portion 74 a and the right support device side charging terminal portion 74 b are arranged at positions closest to each other by the force of the spring 72 .

A portion of the left holding portion 71a and a portion of the right holding portion 71b are triangular in top view. Further, an inclined portion is formed between the upper portion of the left holding portion 71a and the upper portion of the right holding portion 71b. For this reason, the left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R are in contact with the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b even if they contact the left holding portion 71a and the right holding portion 71b from either the upper side or the rear side. The distance from the holding portion 71b is widened. Further, the main body 3 is disengaged from the support device 2 regardless of whether the main body 3 moves upward or backward.

When the main body 3 is supported by the supporting device 2, the left main body charging terminal portion L and the right main body charging terminal portion R are connected to the left supporting device charging terminal portion 74a and the right supporting device charging terminal portion 74b. Contact. As a result, a power supply path from the support device 2 connected to an external AC power supply such as a commercial power supply to the main body 3 is connected. At this time, the base body 6 converts AC power into DC power by a built-in power conversion circuit and supplies the DC power to the left supporting device side charging terminal portion 74a and the right supporting device side charging terminal portion 74b. The left main body side charging terminal portion L and the right main body side charging terminal portion R supply DC power to the battery through lead wires (not shown) disposed inside the main body 3 .

When the tubular body 4 moves upward, the button portion 43a moves upward while being pushed by the release portion 67. As shown in FIG. As a result, the latch 42a is placed in the second position. At this time, the latch portion 38 is disengaged from the fitting portion of the connection tube portion 14 .

After the latch 42a is placed at the second position, when the tubular body 4 further moves upward, the left second restricting portion 46a and the right second restricting portion 46b move into the left holding portion 68a and the right holding portion 68b, respectively. Contact. As a result, the tubular body 4 is restricted from moving upward. Further upward movement of the body 3 causes the body 3 to come off the tubular body 4 .

When the main body 3 is brought close to the support device 2 from above while the tubular body 4 is supported by the support device 2 , the latch tip portion 43 b comes into contact with the fitting portion of the connection tube portion 14 . After that, when the main body 3 is brought closer to the supporting device 2 from above, the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 are connected. Furthermore, the main body 3 and the supporting device 2 are connected.

When the tubular body 4 and the holding body 8 are attached and detached, no external force other than the force from the spring 43c acts on the latch portion 38. As shown in FIG. At this time, the latch 42a remains in the first position.

Also, the vacuum cleaner system overturns when tilted beyond a preset range with the base 6 as a fulcrum. However, when the tilt angle is within 10°, for example, when the support device 2 is mounted on a mounting surface tilted within 10°, in other words, when no external force other than gravity and the tilted surface acts, To prevent overturning of the cleaner system and the support device 2 alone, and to prevent the cleaner 1 from coming off the support device 2 in the cleaner system in which the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2.例文帳に追加In addition, with respect to a state in which the mounting surface is tilted rearward, in other words, a state in which the mounting surface is tilted in a direction in which the cleaner 1 is detached from the support device 2, the overturn angle of the cleaner system or the support device 2 and the cleaner The value of the release angle at which 1 deviates from the support device 2 is preset. The center of gravity of cleaner 1 is located at a position higher than the center of gravity of support device 2 . Therefore, the tipping angle of the cleaner 1 supported by the support device 2 is smaller than the tipping angle of the support device 2 . Also, the release angle is set between the tipping angle of the cleaner system and the tipping angle of the support device 2 .

Further, when the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 and a force is gradually applied toward the rear, the vacuum cleaner 1 overturns. However, in the state where the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 , when a force is gradually applied to the cleaner 1 toward the rear, the cleaner 1 falls down while being supported by the support device 2 . , the release force is set such that the vacuum cleaner 1 is released from the support device 2 . In other words, when the vacuum cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 and a rearward force is applied to the main body 3, the force required to remove the cleaner 1 from the support device 2 is a rearward force. When a force is applied to the main body 3 by the force, the force is smaller than the force required when the cleaner 1 overturns while being supported by the support device 2. - 特許庁A place to apply force is, for example, the handle 10 . In addition, the force required when the cleaner 1 overturns while being supported by the support device 2 means that the cleaner 1 is placed on a horizontal surface and a force is applied to the rear while the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2. It is the force required to reach a tipping angle at which the base 6, for example, the rear end of the base 6, is tilted about the fulcrum.

According to Embodiment 1 described above, the handle 10 is formed continuously from the rear end portion to the front end portion of the case portion 12 . For example, the rear and front ends of handle 10 are parallel. For example, the middle portion of the handle 10 is curvedly connected to the rear and front ends of the handle 10 . Therefore, it is possible to secure an appropriate grip position according to the scene of cleaning. As a result, the user is able to grip a point that is easy to grip depending on the scene in which cleaning is to be performed.

Further, in a state in which the suction tool 5 is supported by the support device 2 , front portions of the main body 3 , the tubular body 4 , and the suction tool 5 face the support device 2 . For example, the front part of the cleaner 1 is arranged at a position closer to the support 7 or an imaginary extension line of the support 7 than the rear part of the cleaner 1 is. For example, the front part of the tube 4 is arranged closer to the support 7 than the rear part of the tube 4 . For example, the front or top portion of the suction device 5 is positioned closer to the support 7 than the rear or bottom portion.

Further, the main body 3, the tubular body 4, and the suction tool 5 are supported by the supporting device 2 in a state of being integrally connected. That is, the height of the cleaner system is increased. For example, the maximum height dimension of the cleaner system is greater than the maximum length dimension of the support device 2 in top view.

The support device 2 also charges the secondary battery of the main body 3 . The support device 2 requires an AC power supply. For example, the power cord of the support device 2 is connected to a wall outlet. Therefore, the support device 2 should be installed near the wall. When the support device 2 is installed near the wall, it is possible to prevent the user from accidentally touching the support device 2 . The direction in which the support device 2 falls can be restricted. It is possible to suppress the user's leg from being caught in the power cord.

In addition, when the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 , the user stands behind the cleaner 1 . At this time, the front side of the support device 2 faces the wall. The rear part of the cleaner 1 faces the user. In this state, the user removes the cleaner 1 from the support device 2 . For example, when cleaning a place other than a high position such as cleaning a floor or a desk, the user tilts the cleaner 1 with the rear part of the main body 3 directed toward the user. The rear part of the cleaner 1 faces the user both when the support device 2 is attached to and detached from the cleaner 1 and when the cleaner 1 is cleaned. Therefore, it is not necessary to change the orientation of the cleaner 1 when the cleaner 1 is attached to and detached from the support device 2 and when cleaning, and the usability of the cleaner 1 can be improved.

Also, the handle 10 extends in the front-rear direction. A user grasps the handle 10 when attaching and detaching the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 . The direction in which the handle 10 is gripped at this time is the same as the direction in which the handle 10 is gripped during cleaning. Therefore, there is no need to switch the handle 10 between when the cleaner 1 is attached to and removed from the support device 2 and when cleaning, and the usability of the cleaner 1 can be improved. In particular, it is not necessary to support the main body 3 with the hand opposite to the hand holding the handle 10 . No second handle or the like is required.

Also, the handle 10 may be formed from the upper end to the front. At this time, in the state where the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the front of the handle 10 is arranged at a position lower than the upper end. Therefore, the user can easily clean by holding the handle 10 . For example, the user can easily attach and detach the cleaner 1 and the support device 2 by holding the upper end of the handle 10 . At this time, there is no need to change the position at which the handle 10 is held. However, the position at which the handle 10 is held may be changed according to the shape of the cleaner 1 or the place where the cleaner 1 is used. Therefore, the usability of the cleaner 1 can be improved. In particular, it is not necessary to support the main body 3 with the hand opposite to the hand holding the handle 10 . No second handle or the like is required.

Also, the handle 10 may be formed from the upper end to the rear. In the state where the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the front of the handle 10 is arranged at a position lower than the upper end. Therefore, the user can easily clean by holding the handle 10 . For example, the operator can hold the rear of the handle 10 to attach and detach the cleaner 1 from the support device 2 without straining the elbow, shoulder and wrist. For example, the user can hold the upper end of the handle 10 to attach/detach the support device 2 and the vacuum cleaner 1, and can clean without changing the holding position of the handle 10. FIG. However, the position at which the handle 10 is held may be changed according to the shape of the cleaner 1 or the place where the cleaner 1 is used. For example, the handle 10 may be held rearward when attaching/detaching the cleaner 1 to/from the support device 2, and the handle 10 may be held slightly forward during cleaning. Therefore, the usability of the cleaner 1 can be improved. In particular, it is not necessary to support the main body 3 with the hand opposite to the hand holding the handle 10 . No second handle or the like is required.

In addition, in the support device 2 , the support 7 and heavy objects such as sheet metal are arranged on one side of the center of the support device 2 . For example, heavy objects such as the support 7 and sheet metal are arranged forward of the center of the support device 2 . Therefore, the center of gravity of the support device 2 is arranged forward of the center of the support device 2 . The tubular body 4 is arranged on the other end side of the support device 2 with respect to the center of the support device 2 . For example, the tubular body 4 is arranged behind the support device 2 relative to the center of the support device 2 . For this reason, the tubular body 4 is arranged with a space in the front-rear direction between itself and the support body 7 when the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 . As a result, it becomes easier to visually recognize the back side of the cleaner system when viewed from the side. For example, it becomes easier to visually recognize a person. For example, it becomes easier to visually recognize a short object such as an infant. Therefore, the safety around the cleaner system can be ensured.

Further, the main body 3 is arranged above the suction tool 5 . The center of the main body 3 is arranged forward of the center of the tubular body 4 . Therefore, the center of gravity of the main body 3 is arranged at the same level as the center of the tubular body 4 or in front of the tubular body 4 . At this time, the center of gravity of the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 or the center of gravity of the vacuum cleaner 1 is arranged at the same level as the center of the tubular body 4 or in front of the center of the tubular body 4 . Preferably, the center of main body 3 is located forward of tubular body 4 . The center of gravity of the cleaner 1 is arranged forward of the center of the pipe body 4. - 特許庁The center of gravity of the support device 2 is arranged forward of the center of the support device 2 . When the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 , the center of gravity of the cleaner 1 is arranged behind the center of the support device 2 . At this time, the center of gravity of the cleaner 1 and the center of gravity of the support device 2 are arranged on opposite sides of the center of the support device 2 . Therefore, the center of gravity of the cleaner 1 and the support device 2 is not biased to one side in the front-rear direction, so overturning of the cleaner 1 and the support 7 can be suppressed. Furthermore, it is possible to prevent the support device 2 from overturning when the vacuum cleaner 1 is removed rearward from the support device 2 .

Further, in the state where the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 , the center of gravity of the main body 3 is ahead of the rotation axis X of the suction port body 47 . The support 7 is arranged forward of the center of the cleaner system. The combined center of gravity of the support 7 and the holder 8 is located forward of the center of the cleaner system. The main body 3 is arranged at a position closer to the center of the cleaner system behind the center of the cleaner system. In this case, the combined center of gravity of the body 3, tube 4 and retainer 8 is closer to the center of the vacuum cleaner system than the combined center of gravity of the tube 4 and retainer 8. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the center of gravity of the cleaner system from being biased to one side in the front-rear direction. As a result, overturning of the cleaner system can be suppressed. Even if the center of gravity of the cleaner system is arranged at a higher position because the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the center of gravity of the cleaner system is arranged closer to the center than the center of gravity of the support device 2. be. Therefore, it is possible to keep the cleaner system from overturning.

Also, the sheet metal member 63 is made of a flame-retardant material. A sheet metal member 63 covers the control section 62 . The support device 2 is heavier than the vacuum cleaner 1. Therefore, even if an abnormality occurs in the control unit 62, it is possible to suppress the spread of fire to surrounding resin parts and the like. When the vacuum cleaner 1 and the support device 2 are detached from each other, the support device 2 can be prevented from falling over. As a result, the safety of the cleaner system can be enhanced.

Both ends of the rear portion of the suction tool 5 are rounded. The bottom plate 58 is circular. The base 6 has a circular shape when viewed from above. The side surface of the base 6 is arcuate. When the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the side surfaces of the suction tool 5 and the base 6 are circular. In the cleaner system, the upper part of the suction tool 5 and the base 6 is arranged inside the bottom plate 58 when viewed from above. At this time, when viewed from above, the appearance of the cleaner system is circular. Therefore, overturning of the cleaner system can be suppressed in all directions. By eliminating the corners of the vacuum cleaner system, it is possible to prevent people's feet from catching on the cleaner system, making it easier to install the cleaner system in a living space. Furthermore, by arranging the main body 3, the tubular body 4, the support 7, the holder 8, and the base 6 inside, it is possible to prevent a person from accidentally touching the support device 2, thereby enhancing the safety of the cleaner system. be able to.

Note that the main body 3 may be supported by the supporting device 2 . For example, the support device 2 may support the dust collector 11 or the handle 10 . For example, the main body 3 may be held at the same height as the upper end of the dust collecting portion 11 or above the upper end. Further, for example, the main body 3 may be held above the lower end portion of the battery portion 13 . Preferably, the support device 2 supports the bottom portion of the dust collecting portion 11 or the front portion of the handle 10 . If the front portion of the handle 10 has a bottom, the bottom may be supported. For example, a support may be provided in the rear or upper portion of the support 7, and the main body 3 may be held by the support. In other words, a support may be provided directly above the support 7 to hold the main body 3 . Accordingly, by supporting at least part of the main body 3 in addition to the tubular body 4, the stability of the cleaner system can be enhanced. Only the main body 3 from which the tubular body 4 has been removed can be supported by the support device 2, and the versatility of the cleaner system can be expanded. Further, by holding the high position, the cleaner 1 is less likely to come off from the support device 2 . Moreover, by gripping the upper side of a heavy object such as a battery, it becomes difficult for the battery to come off from the support device 2 . For example, when removing the vacuum cleaner 1 with the rotation axis X of the suction tool 5 as a fulcrum, even if the vacuum cleaner 1 is gripped with the same force, it is possible to increase the stability of the vacuum cleaner system by gripping the upper side. . Therefore, it is preferable to hold the main body 3 at the height described above. As a result, the usability of the cleaner system can be improved.

Further, the support device 2 may support the bottom of the dust collection section 11 . For example, when the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 are connected to the supporting device 2 , the dust collecting part 11 may be slightly floating from the holding body 8 . For example, the support device 2 may support the body 3 directly below the center of gravity when the body 3 is disconnected from the tubular body 4 . In other words, the bottom portion of the dust collector 11 may be supported by the support device 2 when the main body 3 is disconnected from the tubular body 4 . It is preferably supported on the upper surface of the holder 8 . However, directly below the center of gravity of the main body 3 does not have to be supported. For example, it may be supported on an arc, and the center of gravity in a top view may be inside the arc. For example, it may be supported by three or more points, and the center of gravity in a top view may be inside a square formed by connecting the points. This places the center of gravity within the supported area so it does not tip over. Moreover, the stability when the main body 3 is installed on the support device 2 can be enhanced, and the usability is good.

Further, the cleaner 1 is removed from the support device 2 by moving backward from the state supported by the support device 2 . Therefore, the cleaner 1 can be removed from the support device 2 without lifting the cleaner 1 upward, and the usability of the cleaner 1 can be improved.

Further, the cleaner 1 is removed from the support device 2 by rotating backward about the rotation axis X of the suction tool 5 from the state supported by the support device. Therefore, the cleaner 1 can be removed from the support device 2 without lifting the cleaner 1 upward, and the usability of the cleaner 1 can be improved.

The main body 3 is supported by the supporting device 2 by moving the main body 3 in a specific direction while holding the tubular body 4 in a state in which the tubular body 4 is removed from the main body 3 . , and the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 are connected. The specific direction here is, for example, the downward direction. Therefore, for example, after cleaning using the main body 3 as a handy vacuum cleaner, the main body 3 is supported by the supporting device 2 , and the main body 3 is connected to the tube 4 . Therefore, the trouble of connecting the main body and the tubular body 4 can be saved, and the usability of the cleaner 1 can be improved.

Note that the holding body 8 holds the tubular body 4 in a state in which the tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5 are connected and in a state in which the rear wheel of the suction tool 5 is lifted. In this case, even if the height of the suction tool 5 changes due to adhesion of dust to the suction tool 5 or variation in the size of the suction tool 5, loosening of the connection between the cleaner 1 and the support device 2 can be suppressed.

Further, the support device 2 holds the tubular body 4 in a state where the tubular body 4 is connected to the main body 3 and a state in which the tubular body 4 is released from the connection with the main body 3 . Preferably, a holder 8 holds the tube 4 . At this time, the holder 8 holds the tubular body 4 whether or not the suction tool 5 is connected to the tubular body 4 . In other words, the support device 2 can only support the tubular body 4 . Therefore, when the main body 3 is used in a state in which the connection with the tubular body 4 is released, the tubular body 4 can be maintained in a state of being held by the support device 2 . Further, for example, when the suction tool 5 is directly connected to the main body 3 while cleaning with the vacuum cleaner 1 , the removed tubular body 4 can be supported by the support device 2 . As a result, no space other than the supporting device 2 is required for the place where the tubular body 4 is placed, and the place for placing the tubular body 4 is not troublesome. For example, it is not necessary to leave the tube 4 on the floor. There is no need to lean the tubular body 4 against the wall. The tubular body 4 leaning against the wall does not overturn. The tubular body 4 is not lost.

In addition, the support device 2 has a state in which the tubular body 4 released from the connection with the main body 3 is connected to the suction tool 5 and a state in which the tubular body 4 connected to the main body 3 is connected to the suction tool 5. Hold 4. Therefore, when the main body 3 is used in a state released from the connection with the tubular body 4 , the tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5 can be maintained in a state of being held by the support device 2 . As a result, a space other than the support device 2 is not required for the place where the tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5 are placed, and there is no problem in finding a place to place the tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5.例文帳に追加For example, it is not necessary to leave the tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5 on the floor. There is no need to lean the tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5 against the wall. The tubular body 4 leaning against the wall does not overturn. The tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5 are not lost.

Moreover, the support device 2 holds the tubular body 4 in the same posture regardless of the connection state between the suction tool 5 and the main body 3 . Therefore, the tubular body 4 is not lost. Further, in the support device 2, the floor space required to support the cleaner 1 does not change regardless of the connection state between the suction tool 5 and the main body 3.

Further, the supporting device 2 holds the tubular body 4 released from the connection with the main body 3 so that the attachment/detachment direction of the tubular body 4 is horizontal. Therefore, the tubular body 4 and the holding body 8 can be easily attached and detached without lifting the tubular body 4 in a direction against gravity. The effect is particularly exhibited when the main body 3 in which a heavy object is arranged is connected to the tubular body 4 . At this time, if the suction tool 5 connected to the tubular body 4 is moved in a specific horizontal direction while being in contact with the bottom plate 58, the tubular body 4 and the holding body 8 can be attached and detached without feeling a heavy feeling. can do.

Further, when the support device 2 supports the main body 3 while holding the tubular body 4 released from the connection with the main body 3 , the tubular body 4 is connected to the main body 3 . In other words, when the body 3 approaches the support device 2 from above, the body 3 is supported by the support device 2 and connected to the tubular body 4 supported by the support device 2 . For example, when the main body 3 moves downward, the main body 3 is supported by the supporting device 2 . At this time, the tubular body 4 is connected to the main body. Therefore, when the main body 3 is supported by the support device 2 after cleaning using the main body 3 as a handy type vacuum cleaner, the connection between the tubular body 4 and the main body 3 and the support of the main body 3 to the support device 2 are simultaneously performed. It can be carried out.

Moreover, at least one of the holding body 8 and the tubular body 4 restricts downward movement of the tubular body 4 . For example, the tubular body 4 includes a left first restricting portion 45a and a right first restricting portion 45b. Therefore, even when the holding force of the tubular body 4 is weak, it is possible to suppress the downward displacement of the tubular body 4 . For example, even when the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 are connected, it is possible to prevent the tubular body 4 from shifting downward. As a result, the connection between the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 and the attachment and detachment between the tubular body 4 and the holding body 8 can be reliably performed.

Moreover, in a state where the holding body 8 holds the tubular body 4 , at least one of the holding body 8 and the tubular body 4 restricts the upward movement of the tubular body 4 . For example, the tubular body 4 includes a left second restricting portion 46a and a right second restricting portion 46b. At this time, the holder 8 holds the tubular body 4 with the attachment/detachment direction of the tubular body 4 set to the lateral direction. When the main body 3 moves upward while the tubular body 4 and the main body 3 are connected, the left second restricting part 46 a and the right second restricting part 46 b restrict the upward movement of the tubular body 4 . As a result, only the main body 3 moves upwards and the main body 3 is removed from the tubular body 4 . Therefore, by changing the moving direction and removal direction of the main body 3, cleaning of only the main body 3 and cleaning in a state where the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 are connected can be selected.

Further, when the tubular body 4 moves upward while holding the tubular body 4, the holding body 8 releases the connection between the tubular body 4 and the main body 3 by changing the position of the latch 42a of the tubular body 4. . When the tubular body 4 moves further upward, the upward movement of the tubular body is restricted. In this case, even when the latch portion 38 is provided, the tubular body 4 and the main body 3 can be easily attached and detached. For example, when the user moves the main body 3 upward while holding the handle 10 , the main body 3 is removed from the supporting device 2 while the tubular body 4 is held by the supporting device 2 . Therefore, by changing the moving direction and removal direction of the main body 3, cleaning of only the main body 3 and cleaning in a state where the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 are connected can be selected.

Further, the holder 8 supplies electric power to the battery of the main body 3 when holding the main body 3 . Therefore, the battery of the main body 3 can be charged without needing an extra space if the main body 3 is kept as the supporting device 2 during maintenance of the suction tool 5 and the tubular body 4.例文帳に追加

Further, the holding body 8 holds the front portion of the tubular body 4 behind the supporting body 7 . In this case, when the cleaner 1 is attached to and detached from the support device 2 and when the cleaner 1 is used for cleaning, the rear of the tubular body 4 faces the user. Therefore, it is not necessary to change the orientation of the cleaner 1 when the cleaner 1 is attached to and detached from the support device 2 and when the cleaner 1 is used for cleaning.

Note that if the holding portion has a sufficient holding force to hold the tubular body 4, the restricting portion may not be provided. Further, if the suction tool 5 is supported by the bottom plate 58 in a state where the suction tool 5 and the tubular body 4 are connected, the holding force of the holding portion does not have to be strong. For example, if the suction tool 5 is supported such that the bottom of the suction tool 5 is parallel to the bottom plate 58, the tubular body 4 will move downward even if the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 are connected to each other even if there is no restricting part. You can maintain your posture without slipping down.

Alternatively, the holding body 8 may hold the pipe portion 36 .

Also, the release angle is set between the tipping angle of the support device 2 and the tipping angle when the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2 . In other words, the angle at which the cleaner 1, which is supported by the support device 2 when tilted backward about the base 6 as a fulcrum, deviates from the support device 2 is The angle at which the support device 2 supporting the cleaner 1 overturns when supported by the support device 2, and the support device 2 in the state in which the cleaner 1 is removed when tilted rearward about the base 6 as a fulcrum. It is between the angle at which it falls and As a result, the cleaner 1 is not likely to come off carelessly from the support device 2, and the cleaner 1 is not likely to come off from the support device 2, which is convenient.

Also, the force required to remove the main body 3 from the supporting device 2 in the horizontal direction may be greater than the force required to support the main body 3 on the supporting device 2 in the horizontal direction. Also, the force required to remove the cleaner 1 from the support device 2 in the horizontal direction may be greater than the force required to support the cleaner 1 on the support device 2 in the horizontal direction. As a result, it becomes difficult to come off carelessly, and stability can be improved.

Further, in a state where the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2, the force acting on the main body 3 in the rearward direction and the force required to remove the cleaner 1 from the support device 2 acts on the main body 3 in the rearward direction. and is smaller than the force required when the cleaner 1 overturns while being supported by the support device 2.例文帳に追加As a result, the cleaner 1 can be easily removed from the support device 2 when the cleaner 1 is to be removed from the support device 2 . The vacuum cleaner 1 does not come off from the support device 2 and does not incline to the tipping angle of the cleaner 1 and the support device 2 together.

Further, with the vacuum cleaner 1 installed on the support device 2, the force that acts on the handle 10 in a rearward direction and is required to remove the cleaner 1 from the support device 2 acts on the handle 10 in a rearward direction. , the overturning angle of the vacuum cleaner 1 and the supporting device 2 together, at which the vacuum cleaner 1 and the supporting device 2 together can be overturned in a state of being tilted backward about the base 6 as a fulcrum. In other words, with the vacuum cleaner 1 supported on the support device 2, the force acting on the handle 10 in a rearward direction and required to remove the vacuum cleaner 1 from the support device 2 is applied to the handle 10 in a rearward direction. The force required to reach an angle at which the support device 2 supporting the cleaner 1 overturns when the cleaner 1 is tilted backward about the base 6 as a fulcrum and the cleaner 1 is supported by the support device 2. less than As a result, the cleaner 1 can be easily removed from the support device 2 when the cleaner 1 is to be removed from the support device 2 . The vacuum cleaner 1 does not come off from the support device 2 and does not incline to the tipping angle of the cleaner 1 and the support device 2 together. For example, when a force is applied backward while gripping the handle 10, the cleaner 1 does not come off from the support device 2, and the cleaner 1 and the support device 2 do not incline to an overturning angle.

Further, even if the rear of the cleaner 1 is located closer to the support 7 than the front of the cleaner 1 , the holding member 8 may hold the tubular body 4 . For example, even if the rear part of the tubular body 4 is arranged closer to the support body 7 than the front part of the tubular body 4 , the tubular body 4 may be held by the holding body 8 . Even in these cases, the cleaner 1 can be attached to and detached from the support device 2 . Only the tubular body 4 can be attached to and detached from the support device 2 . A body 3 can be connected to a tubular body 4 supported by a support device 2 .

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

Further, the release portion 67 may be in a state where the button portion 43a is pressed while the tubular body 4 is installed on the support device 2 . In other words, with the tubular body 4 installed on the support device 2, the latch 42a may be in the second position. In other words, the latch 42a may be arranged at the second position even when the tubular body 4 to which the main body 3 is connected is supported by the support device 2 . As a result, there is little friction and resistance when moving the main body 3 upward, and the main body 3 can be easily removed from the tubular body 4, and can be removed more easily.

Further, the width of the button portion 43 a is larger than the width of the release portion 67 . As a result, the release portion 67 is reliably brought into contact with the button portion 43a even if there is manufacturing variation or left-right deviation at the time of connection. In addition, the user can easily press the button portion 43a when releasing the connection between the main body 3 and the tubular body 4 .

Further, the cleaner 1 can be supported by the support 7 even if the support device 2 does not have a charging function.

Also, the body-side charging terminal portion may be provided at a place other than the connecting tube portion 14 . For example, the body-side charging terminal portion may be provided at a location such as the handle 10 that contacts the supporting-device-side charging terminal portion of the supporting device 2 . In particular, when the supporting device side charging terminal portion contacts the main body side charging terminal portion due to the elastic force of the elastic member, or when the supporting device side charging terminal portion contacts the main body side charging terminal portion in the direction of gravity, poor contact is suppressed. can.

Also, if there is no structure above the handle 10, the handle 10 may not be arranged on the top of the vacuum cleaner 1. For example, the dust collector 11 , the electric blower 16 and the battery may be arranged above and in front of the handle 10 or above and behind the handle 10 . For example, the dust collector 11, the electric blower 16, and the battery may be arranged at the front end and the rear end of the handle 10, respectively. In this case, there is no structure that hinders the act of holding the handle 10 from above. Therefore, the user can easily hold the handle 10 .

Alternatively, the main body 3 may be supported by the supporting device 2 first. For example, in a state in which the bottom of the handle 10 or the bottom of the dust collector 11 is in contact with the support device 2, the vacuum cleaner 1 can be moved by sliding the cleaner 1 and bringing the tubular body 4 and the holder closer together. It can be supported by a support 7 .

Alternatively, the battery may be charged via a plug to power supply means (not shown). For example, a plug may be connected to the support device 2 and connected to the body 3 via terminals. Even in this case, the battery can be charged.

Also, by connecting a plug to the main body 3, power may be supplied from a commercial power source to charge the battery. Preferably, a plug and a cord to which the plug is connected can be installed on the supporting device 2 .

Moreover, the dust collection part 11 is not limited to the dust collection system in which centrifugal force acts as in the embodiment. For example, a paper pack type may be used, or a system in which dust is mainly collected by a filter may be used.

Embodiment 2.
45 is a side view of a first example of the main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 2. FIG. The same reference numerals are given to the same or corresponding parts as in the first embodiment. Description of this part is omitted.

As shown in FIG. 45, the front portion of the handle 10 is formed from the upper end to the front. A rear portion of the handle 10 is formed rearward from the upper end portion. The front end of the handle 10 is positioned at the same position as the front end of the main body 3 . A grip portion of the handle 10 is formed from the upper end portion of the support device 2 (not shown in FIG. 45) toward the main body 3 side.

Next, a second example of the main body 3 will be described with reference to FIG.
46 is a side view of a second example of the main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 2. FIG.

As shown in FIG. 46, the front portion of the handle 10 is formed from the upper end to the front. A rear portion of the handle 10 is formed rearward from the upper end portion. A front end of the handle 10 is connected to the outer shell of the main body 3 . The rear end of handle 10 is not connected to the outer shell of main body 3 .

Next, a second example of the main body 3 will be described with reference to FIG.
47 is a side view of a third example of the main body of the cleaner of the cleaner system in Embodiment 2. FIG.

As shown in FIG. 47, the front portion of the handle 10 slopes down from the upper end toward the front. The front portion of the handle 10 may be curved so as to become lower as it goes forward from the upper end. The rear portion of the handle 10 slopes downward from the upper end toward the rear. The rear of the handle 10 may be curved so as to become lower as it goes rearward from the upper end. The front end of handle 10 is not connected to the shell of body 3 . A rear end portion of the handle 10 is connected to the outer shell of the main body 3 .

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

For example, in FIG. 45, the handle 10 is formed from the upper end of the support device 2 toward the main body 3 side. Even in this case, the stability of the vacuum cleaner 1 can be improved by gripping the handle 10 .

For example, in FIG. 46 the front end of handle 10 is connected to the outer shell of body 3 . The rear end of handle 10 is not connected to the outer shell of main body 3 . In this case, the user can easily clean by holding the handle 10 above or in front. Also, the user can easily attach and detach the main body 3 to and from the support device 2 while holding the rear of the handle 10 . After removing the body 3 from the support device 2 by holding the rear part of the handle 10, the user slides the handle to hold the upper part or the front part of the handle 10 for cleaning. In this way, the holding position of the handle 10 can be changed with only one hand. Therefore, no second handle or the like is required.

Also, in FIG. 47, the front end of the handle 10 is not connected to the outer shell of the main body 3 . A rear end portion of the handle 10 is connected to the outer shell of the main body 3 . In this case, the user can easily clean the handle 10 by holding it forward and downward from the upper end. A user can easily attach/detach the main body 3 to/from the support device 2 by holding the rear of the handle 10 .

Embodiment 3.
48 is a side view of the cleaner system according to Embodiment 3. FIG. The same reference numerals are given to the same or corresponding parts as in the first embodiment. Description of this part is omitted.

As shown in FIG. 48 , at least part of the suction tool 5 does not contact the bottom plate 58 when it is supported by the support device 2 while connected to the tubular body 4 . The bottom of suction tool 5 is not parallel to bottom plate 58 .

For example, at least one of the tubular body 4 and the holding body 8 has a regulating member (not shown). In a state in which the holding portion holds the tubular body 4 , the restricting member restricts downward movement of the tubular body 4 .

According to Embodiment 3 described above, at least part of the suction tool 5 does not contact the bottom plate 58 when it is supported by the support device 2 while being connected to the tubular body 4 . For this reason, the suction tool 5 may not have a positioning element.

Note that the holding body 8 holds the tubular body 4 in a state in which the tubular body 4 and the suction tool 5 are connected and in a state in which at least one of the plurality of wheels of the suction tool 5 is lifted. Therefore, even if the height of the suction tool 5 changes due to adhesion of dust to the suction tool 5 or variations in the size of the suction tool 5, loosening of the connection between the cleaner 1 and the support device 2 can be suppressed.

1 vacuum cleaner 2 support device 3 main body 4 tube 5 suction tool 6 base 7 support 8 holder 9 outer shell 10 handle 11 dust collector 12 case 13 battery 14 Connection pipe portion 15 Exhaust portion 16 Electric blower 17 Control portion 18 Convex portion 19 Fitting portion 20 Space 21 Operation portion 22 Cyclone separation device 23 Filter portion 24 Inflow portion case 25 Guide portion , 26 revolving section, 27 discharge section, 28 dust collection container, 29 partition wall section, 30 inlet, 31 first opening, 32 second opening, 33 recess, 34 first dust collection chamber, 35 second dust collection chamber, 36 pipe portion 37 cover pipe 38 latch portion 39 terminal portion 40 pipe 41 fitting portion 42a latch 42b cover latch 43a button portion 43b latch tip portion 43c spring 44a left recess portion 44b right recess portion , 45a left first restricting portion, 45b right first restricting portion, 46a left second restricting portion, 46b right second restricting portion, 47 suction port body, 48 connecting portion, 49 front wheel, 50 rear wheel, 51 suction port, 52 rotating brush, 53 safety switch, 53a wheel, 54 terminal portion, 55 latch portion, 56 latch, 57 cover latch, 58 bottom plate, 59 fixing portion, 60 side wall, 60a side wall, 60b side wall, 60c side wall, 61 slope portion, 62 Control part 63 Sheet metal member 64 Holding case 64a Inner wall 64b Inner wall 64c Inner wall 65 Tubular body holding part 66 Main body holding part 67 Release part 68a Left holding part 68b Right holding part 69 Spring 70a Left side Shaft portion 70b Right shaft portion 71a Left holding portion 71b Right holding portion 72 Spring 73a Left shaft portion 73b Right shaft portion 74a Left support device side charging terminal portion, 74b right supporting device side charging terminal portion

Claims (15)

vacuum cleaner and
a support device for supporting the vacuum cleaner;
with
The vacuum cleaner includes a main body having an electric blower, a suction tool for sucking dust, a tubular body connecting the main body and the suction tool,
with
The support device includes a holding portion that holds the tubular body,
The tubular body includes a restricting portion for restricting downward movement when held by the holding portion,
A vacuum cleaner system that holds the tubular body in a state in which the tubular body is connected to the main body and in a state in which the tubular body is released from connection with the main body and the suction tool,
The support device is
a base disposed below the holding portion;
a support extending vertically from the base;
with
The tubular body
While being held by the holding portion,
comprising a proximal portion near the support in the anterior-posterior direction;
The restricting portion is provided in the proximal portion,
The holding portion holds the restricting portion ,
the vacuum cleaner is removed from the support device by moving backward from a state supported by the support device;
The cleaner system in which the tubular body is removed from the holding portion by moving backward from a state held by the holding portion . vacuum cleaner and
a support device for supporting the vacuum cleaner;
with
The vacuum cleaner includes a main body having an electric blower, a suction tool for sucking dust, a tubular body connecting the main body and the suction tool,
with
The support device includes a holding portion that holds the tubular body,
The tubular body includes a restricting portion for restricting downward movement when held by the holding portion,
A vacuum cleaner system that holds the tubular body in a state in which the tubular body is connected to the main body and in a state in which the tubular body is released from connection with the main body and the suction tool,
The support device is
a base disposed below the holding portion;
a support extending vertically from the base;
with
The tubular body
While being held by the holding portion,
comprising a proximal portion near the support in the anterior-posterior direction;
The restricting portion is provided in the proximal portion,
The holding portion holds the restricting portion ,
The distal end portion of the holding portion is housed in a recess in the proximal portion to hold the proximal portion,
The holding portion includes a first holding portion and a second holding portion,
The first holding part and the second holding part are displaceable so that the distance between them changes,
The vacuum cleaner
A first latch portion that allows the main body and the tubular body to be fitted together,
The first latch portion is disposed on the tubular body,
The first latch portion is arranged at the same height as the position held by the holding portion,
By moving the tubular body from the rear toward the support, the first latching portion is pressed against the first retaining portion and the second retaining portion, thereby A vacuum cleaning system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the retainers are spaced further apart and the tube is moved from the rear towards the support such that the distal end of the retainer is received in the recess in the proximal portion . The cleaner system according to claim 1 or 2 , wherein the restricting portion provided in the proximal portion contacts the holding portion from above. 3. When the tubular body is held by the holding portion in a state released from connection with the suction tool, the restricting portion provided at the proximal portion is in contact with the holding portion from above. A vacuum cleaner system according to claim 1 or claim 2 . the tube further comprises a distal portion remote from the support in the anterior-posterior direction;
The cleaner system according to any one of claims 1 to 4 , wherein the holding part holds the proximal part out of the distal part and the proximal part. the holding part comprises a front part close to the support and a rear part far from the support,
5. A cleaner system according to any preceding claim, wherein the rear portion of the retainer retains the proximal portion. the holding part comprises a front part close to the support and a rear part far from the support,
7. The tubular body according to any one of claims 1 to 6 , wherein in a state in which the tubular body is held by the holding part, the tubular body is prevented from moving backward by sandwiching the proximal part between the rear part of the holding part. A vacuum cleaner system according to claim 1. 8. A vacuum cleaner system according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein a distal end of said retainer retains said proximal portion. 2. The cleaner system according to claim 1 , wherein a distal end of said holding part is housed in a recess in said proximal part to hold said proximal part. The main body has a battery section,
The support device includes a charging terminal for supplying power to the battery unit,
The main body, the tubular body, and the suction tool are connected, and the main body can be charged while being supported by the support device,
10. The main body can be charged while the suction tool is removed, the main body and the tubular body are connected, and the main body is supported by the supporting device. cleaner system. The main body is supported by the supporting device by approaching the supporting device from above while the tubular body released from connection with the main body and the suction tool is supported by the supporting device, 11. The vacuum cleaner system according to any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the main body is connected to the tubular body held by the support device so that the main body can be charged. The main body can be charged while the main body is supported alone by the support device,
In a state in which the main body from which the tubular body is removed is supported by the supporting device, the main body can be removed from the supporting device by moving upward or backward. Item 12. The vacuum cleaner system according to any one of Item 11. The main body is formed in a cylindrical shape and has a connecting tube portion that is detachably provided with respect to the tubular body,
The main body includes a left main body side charging terminal portion and a right main body side charging terminal portion,
The cleaner system according to any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the left main body side charging terminal portion and the right main body side charging terminal portion are provided at a front portion of the connecting tube portion. The left main body side charging terminal portion and the right main body side charging terminal portion are oriented in the horizontal direction,
14. The cleaner system according to claim 13, wherein the supporting device holds the left main body side charging terminal portion and the right main body side charging terminal portion so as to sandwich the main body side charging terminal portion so that the main body can be charged. In a state in which the tubular body is held by the holding portion,
15. A cleaner system according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the tubular body is arranged at a position closer to the support at the rear than at the front.

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