JPH11342187A - Liquid disinfectant spray device - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a liquid disinfectant spray device of favorable usability in which a liquid surface of liquid disinfectant in a tank can be radiated by light from a light source to easily check a level of liquid disinfectant for supplying liquid disinfectant at proper time. SOLUTION: Light radiated from a light source 80 disposed at an opposite position to a liquid disinfectant level checking window 210 in a case 10 is irregularly reflected in passing a liquid surface of liquid disinfectant, and irregularly reflected light is caught through the liquid disinfectant level checking window 210 in the case 10, so the liquid surface of liquid disinfectant is visually checked. The liquid surface of liquid disinfectant can thus be easily visually checked without depending on brightness of a space where a liquid infectant spray device is installed.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention is mounted on an upright wall or the like, has a case, a nozzle, and has a tank, a supply path, and a pump inside the case, and the pump supplies the disinfecting liquid in the tank. The present invention relates to a disinfecting solution jetting device which is fed to a nozzle through a path and jets a disinfecting solution from the nozzle.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, this type of disinfectant spraying device is installed on a wall of a restroom such as a food factory, a restaurant or a hospital, and is used by employees and general customers. And the disinfecting liquid in the tank is ejected from the nozzle. The disinfectant in the tank is regularly refilled and maintained above a minimum level.

In order to easily check the level of the disinfecting solution in the tank, the tank is formed of a transparent material to make the outer wall of the tank transparent, and a window is opened in the case, and the transparent outer wall is passed through the window. It is conceivable that the water level of the disinfecting solution can be determined from the level of the disinfecting solution shown in FIG.

[0004]

However, in such a conventional disinfecting solution jetting device, even when the outer peripheral wall of the tank is made transparent and a window or the like is opened in the case, the disinfecting solution such as alcohol is transparent. However, it is difficult to check the liquid level of the disinfecting solution, and if the location where the disinfecting solution jetting device is installed is dark, it becomes more difficult to check the liquid level of the disinfecting solution, and the time for refilling the disinfecting solution may be lost. However, there is a problem that the usability is not good.

The present invention has been made in view of such problems of the prior art, and irradiates a liquid level of a disinfectant in a tank with light from a light source to check a water level of the disinfectant. It is an object of the present invention to provide an easy-to-use disinfecting solution jetting device that can easily replenish the disinfecting solution in a timely manner.

[0006]

The gist of the present invention to achieve the above object lies in the following inventions. [1] Installed on a standing wall or the like, provided with a case (10) and a nozzle (20), and a tank (3) is provided inside the case (10).
0), a supply path (40) and a pump (50),
The pump (50) sends the disinfecting solution in the tank (30) to the nozzle (20) through the supply path (40), and ejects the disinfecting solution from the nozzle (20). In the apparatus, the case (10) has a disinfectant liquid level checking window (210), has a light source (80) inside the case (10), and the tank (30) has a transparent outer peripheral wall (31). ), And the disinfectant liquid level checking window (210) is provided with a transparent outer peripheral wall (3) of the tank (30).
The light source (80) is provided on the peripheral wall of the case (10) corresponding to 1), and the light source (80) passes through the liquid level of the disinfectant in the tank (30) and the disinfectant liquid level confirmation window (210).
A disinfecting solution jetting device, which irradiates light toward the device.

[2] A concave portion (35) is formed on the outer surface of the tank (30) at a position substantially opposite to the disinfectant liquid level checking window (210), and the light source (80) is formed in the concave portion (35).
The disinfecting solution ejection device according to the item [1], wherein

[3] The method according to [1] or [2], wherein a ridge (36) is formed on an outer surface of the tank (30) so as to correspond to the disinfectant liquid level checking window. An antiseptic solution jetting device as described.

[4] The case (10) is a partition member for separating the upper housing space (10a) in which the tank (30) is housed and the lower housing space (10b) in which the pump (50) is housed. (70), and the partition member (7
0) has a cover part (78) and the cover part (7).
8) incorporates the light source (80), and the recess (35) of the tank (30) houses the light source (80) via the cover (78). The disinfectant ejection device according to [2] or [3].

Next, the operation of the invention described in each of the above items will be described. In one configuration of the present invention, the antiseptic solution jetting device is mounted on, for example, a wall of a restroom. The disinfecting solution jetting device installed on the wall in this manner is a pump (5
When power is supplied to the nozzle (0), the pump (50) is operated, and the disinfecting liquid in the tank (30) is sent to the nozzle (20) through the supply path (40), and is ejected downward from the nozzle (20). Is done.

As the disinfectant is jetted, the amount of the disinfectant in the tank (30) decreases, and the level of the disinfectant drops gradually. The light emitted from the light source (80)
0), passing through the surface of the disinfectant solution and checking the disinfectant liquid level window (2).
10). Light is irregularly reflected as it passes through the surface of the disinfectant. The light irregularly reflected on the liquid surface travels to the outside of the apparatus through the disinfectant liquid level checking window (210).

[0012] The light of the disinfectant can be visually recognized by the light that has been diffusely reflected enters the eyes. The visibility of the liquid level of the disinfecting solution depends mainly on the illuminance of the light source (80) illuminating the liquid level of the disinfecting solution, and does not depend on the brightness of the place where the disinfecting solution ejection device is installed. Therefore, for example, even if the installation location is dark, the level of the disinfecting solution can be visually recognized without any problem. When the liquid level of the disinfecting liquid, that is, the water level of the disinfecting liquid is lower than the minimum reference level, the disinfecting liquid may be appropriately refilled into the tank (30).

In another embodiment of the present invention, the light source (8
0) is accommodated in the concave portion (35) of the tank (30), and is irradiated with light toward the disinfectant liquid level checking window (210) through the liquid level of the disinfectant liquid in the tank (30). I have. The light source (80) is disposed at a position opposite to the disinfectant liquid level checking window (210) with the tank (30) interposed, but is housed in the concave portion (35) of the tank (30). Case (10) to secure the installation location of the light source (80)
Need not be large.

Furthermore, in another configuration of the present invention, the light source (8
No. 0) irradiates light toward the ridges (36) and the disinfectant liquid level confirmation window (210) through the liquid level of the disinfectant in the tank (30). The light irregularly reflected on the surface of the disinfectant is
The light is condensed by the ridge (36), and the disinfectant liquid level confirmation window (21)
Go outside the device through 0). By entering the eyes after the light that has been irregularly reflected is collected, the level of the disinfecting liquid can be visually recognized over a wide range, and the visibility is improved.

Furthermore, in another configuration of the present invention, the light source (8
0) is accommodated in the concave portion (35) of the tank (30) via the cover portion (78) of the partition member (70). Thus, it is not necessary to newly provide a special protective member, the number of parts can be reduced, and the number of assembling steps can be reduced. Further, if the light source (80) is isolated from the upper housing space (10a) by the cover portion (78) of the partition member (70), the disinfecting solution is supplied when the disinfecting solution is injected into the tank (30). The cause of the short circuit can be eliminated without covering the light source (80).

[0016]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS An embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. Each drawing shows an embodiment of the present invention. The disinfecting solution jetting device according to the present embodiment is installed on a standing wall of a restroom of a food factory, restaurant, hospital, or other building, and is used by employees and general customers. Generally, a wash basin is arranged below the disinfecting solution jetting device.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 7, the disinfecting solution jetting device includes a case 10 and a nozzle 20. Inside the case 10, a tank 30, a supply path 40, and a pump 50 are provided. The pump 50 feeds the disinfecting solution in the tank 30 to the nozzle 20 through the supply path 40, and jets the disinfecting solution downward from the nozzle 20.

The case 10 has a front case 11 and a rear case 12 that are fitted from the front and back, and are formed in a box shape. In the front case 11, a disinfectant liquid level confirmation window 210 is opened. The disinfectant liquid level confirmation window 210 is
Blocked by one. The upper opening of the case 10 has a cover 13
It is closed by.

A partition member 70 is interposed between the front case 11 and the rear case 12, and the space inside the case 10 is vertically separated by the partition member 70. The outer peripheral edge of the partition member 70 is formed with a peripheral flange 76 along each inner surface of the front case 11 or the rear case 12. A cover 78 is formed integrally with the partition member 70. The cover 78 protrudes from the upper housing space 10a, and the inner space of the cover member 78 is connected to the upper housing space 1a.
0a. The lower part of the cover part 78 is open and communicates with the lower accommodation space 10b. The light source 80 is accommodated in the cover 78. The light source 80 uses an LED (light emitting diode).

The gap between the peripheral flange 76 of the partition member 70 and each inner surface of the front case 11 or the rear case 12 is closed by a seal member 77. Partition member 7
The zero peripheral flange 76 is screwed to the front case 11 and the rear case 12.

The upper housing space 10a houses a tank 30, and the lower housing space 10b houses an electric system such as a pump 50 and a switchboard 61. The switchboard 61 is screwed to a boss protruding from the inner wall surface of the rear case 12.

An inlet 33 is provided on the upper surface of the tank 30. A strainer 130 is fitted to the edge of the inlet 33, and the strainer 130 and a cap 135 for closing the inlet 33 are integrally formed. The strainer 130 has an outer cylindrical portion 13 that fits inside the mouth of the inlet 33.
6. It has a mesh part 137 fitted inside the outer cylinder part, and a receiving part 138 for guiding the disinfecting solution to the mesh part 137.

As shown in FIG. 6, the partition member 70 is provided with an inflow port 71 and a pilot hole 72. Partition member 7
The upper surface of 0 is inclined downward toward the inflow port 71, so that it can easily flow. One end, which is the upper end of the discharge path 18, is continuous with the inflow port 71 of the partition member 70. The discharge passage 18 has a passage extending downward, and the other end, which is the lower end of the discharge passage 18, is continuous with an outlet 18 a opened on the rear surface of the rear case 12.

The pilot hole 72 is opened corresponding to the outlet pipe 32 of the tank 30. A peripheral flange 73 is provided on the periphery of the pilot hole 72. The peripheral flange 73 protrudes toward the lower surface of the tank 30. The gap between the upper edge of the peripheral flange 73 and the lower surface of the tank 30 is a seal member 7
Blocked by 5.

As shown in FIG. 1 and FIGS. 6 to 8, a tubular guide passage 110 is formed inside the case 10. The guide passage 110 is formed integrally with the rear case 12 and is a passage for drawing the power cord 62 into the case 10. The guide passage 110 has an inlet 111 and an outlet 112 at both ends thereof. The inlet 111 of the guide passage 110 is opened on the back surface of the rear case 12, and the bush 62b of the power cord 62 is fitted therein. Further, the outlet 112 of the guide passage 110 is opened upward, that is, in the direction of the switchboard 61 arranged at the upper position.

The guide passage 110 comprises a draw-in side portion 113 extending from the inlet 111 to an intermediate portion between the inlet 111 and the outlet 112, and a draw-out side portion 114 extending from the intermediate portion to the outlet 112. The tube central axis of the side portion 113 extends substantially horizontally toward the inside of the case 10, and the tube central axis of the drawer side portion 114 extends obliquely upward toward the inside of the case 10. A pair of bosses 115 and 116 are provided on the outer periphery of the guide passage 110 and in the vicinity thereof. A connector 66 is fixed to the pair of bosses 115 and 116.

The case 10 which is the lower surface of the rear case 12
An accommodation recess 16 is formed in the lower part 14 of the lower surface of the housing. The housing recess 16 is recessed upward and has a power cord 6.
2 can be accommodated in a folded state. A clip 62a is provided on the lower rear portion 14, and the power cord 62 in a folded state can be bound. A power switch 17 which is a rocker switch is mounted on the wall surface of the housing recess 16. A power supply means socket (not shown) is provided on the upright wall, and a power cable (not shown) is connected to the socket. A plug provided at one end of the power cord 62 is connected to the socket of the power supply means. The other end of the power cord 62 is the
From 11, it passes through the guide passage 110 and is drawn out from the outlet 112 into the apparatus. The other end of the drawn power cord 62 is connected to the connector 66. The power distribution board 61 is connected to the connector 66 to which power is supplied via a power switch.

As shown in FIG. 8, a lower hole 16a is provided in the lower surface of the housing recess 16, and the lower hole 16a is
At the time of molding 2, it is closed by the lid 16b, and the periphery of the hole 16a and the periphery of the lid 16b are connected by a thin portion 16c. Inside the case 10, a power supply socket 63 (FIG. 5) serving as a service outlet corresponding to the lid 16b.
Reference). Socket 63 for power supply
Are connected to the connector 66. In the disinfecting solution jetting device of the type using the socket 63 for power supply, the lid 16b closing the lower hole 16a is removed,
Socket 6 for power supply through opened pilot hole 16a
A plug (not shown) of another electric device can be inserted into 3.

A nozzle 20 is screwed to a front portion 15 on the lower surface of the front case 11 of the case 10. The nozzle 20 is
It is inserted into the lower hole 15 a of the rear case 12 and is fixed by a screw that is screwed into a screw hole of the boss 15 b of the rear case 12.

A window glass 64 is fitted into the lower front part 15 behind the nozzle 20. An infrared sensor 65 is provided inside the case 10 so as to correspond to the window glass 64. Similarly, the infrared sensor 65 is fixed by a screw screwed into a screw hole of the boss 15c. Pump 5
The power supply terminal of the motor No. 0 and the infrared sensor 65 are connected to the switchboard 61 by a wiring member.

The outlet pipe 32 of the tank 30 is connected to the suction pipe 55 of the pump 50 via the connecting pipe 41,
The discharge pipe 56 is provided with a shut-off valve 45 serving as a vacuum breaker through the upward path 42 which is a large-diameter tube of the supply path 40.
, And the shutoff valve 45 is connected to the nozzle 20 via a downward path 43 which is a small-diameter tube of the supply path 40.

As shown in FIG. 9 and FIG.
0 has an isolating portion 59, and the isolating portion 59
2 and the motor case 58 are separated from each other,
The watertightness has been improved. An impeller 53 is provided in the casing 52, and the impeller 53 sends out the disinfecting liquid flowing into the casing 52 through the suction pipe 55 of the casing 52 from the discharge pipe 56 to the large-diameter tube 42 of the supply path 40. I have. The impeller 53 has a magnet fitted therein. A drive magnet 54 for linking the impeller 53 is accommodated in the motor case 58. The drive magnet 54 is fixed to the output shaft of the motor 51.

As shown in FIG. 1, a support bracket 57 is provided to support the pump 50. The support bracket 57 includes an annular portion 57a and an extended portion 57b. The annular portion 57a is fitted to the motor 51 of the pump 50, and an engaged portion 57c formed at the tip of the extended portion 57b.
Are firmly fitted into the fitting grooves 12c of the rear case 12.

As shown in FIGS. 16 and 17, when the pressure in the valve chamber of the valve body 46 decreases in accordance with the pressure in the descending path 43, the shutoff valve 45 lowers to the shutoff position by its own weight. A vertical connecting pipe 47 connected to the large-diameter tube 42 while the valve chamber of the valve body 46 communicates with the outside air.
a of the disinfectant on the pump 50 side with the nozzle 2
This is to prevent outflow to the zero side.

As shown in FIG. 11 to FIG.
A concave portion 35 is formed in the lower portion 31b of the lower surface of the substrate. The cover portion 78 of the partition member 70 protrudes from the recess 35. In addition, a ridge 36 is formed on the front wall 31 a of the tank 30 corresponding to the light transmitting member 211 of the case 10. The protruding ridges 36 extend in the vertical direction in the same manner as the translucent member 211. A flange 37 is formed integrally with the outer peripheral wall 31 of the tank 30, and a lower hole is formed in the flange 37. The tank 30 is fixed to a tank mounting boss with a screw passing through the lower hole.

In the disinfecting solution jetting device constructed as described above, when the hand is put out to a position below the nozzle 20, the infrared sensor 65 senses it and passes through the power cord 62 and the switchboard 61 to the motor 51 of the pump 50. Power is supplied to When the motor 51 of the pump 50 rotates, the impeller 53 in the casing 52 rotates, and the disinfecting liquid in the tank 30 is sent from the extraction pipe 32 into the casing 52 of the pump 50 through the connection pipe 41 and the suction pipe 55. Further, from the discharge pipe 56 of the pump 50 to the large-diameter tube 42 to the shut-off valve 4.
The disinfecting solution sent to the nozzle 20 through the small-diameter tube 43 is jetted downward from the nozzle 20 and falls on the hand. When a predetermined time, for example, three seconds, elapses after the rotation of the motor 51, the motor 51 stops, and the ejection of the disinfectant from the nozzle 20 also stops.

When the jetting of the disinfecting liquid is repeatedly performed, the disinfecting liquid in the tank 30 decreases, and the liquid level of the disinfecting liquid gradually decreases. The light source 80 is located on the lower part 3 of the lower surface of the tank 30.
1b, the tank 30
Light passes through the liquid surface of the disinfecting solution inside and is directed toward the ridge 36 and the disinfecting solution level checking window 210. The light irregularly reflected on the liquid surface of the disinfecting liquid is condensed by the ridges 36 and proceeds to the outside of the apparatus through the disinfecting liquid level checking window 210. By entering the eyes after those diffused light is collected,
The liquid level of the disinfecting liquid can be visually recognized over a wide range, and the liquid level of the disinfecting liquid can be easily checked, thereby improving the visibility.

Since the cover 78 formed integrally with the partition member 70 protects the light source 80, it is not necessary to newly provide a member for protecting the light source, so that the number of parts is reduced and the number of assembly steps is reduced. Can be reduced. Further, since the cover 78 of the partition member 70 separates the light source 80 from the upper housing space 10a, for example, when injecting the disinfectant into the tank 30, the inlet 33 of the tank 30 is used.
The spilled disinfectant does not fall on the light source 80, and the light source 80 does not get wet with the disinfectant, so that the cause of the short circuit can be eliminated.

In the above embodiment, the disinfectant liquid level confirmation window 210 is provided on the front wall of the case 10, but the present invention is not limited to this.
10 may be opened on the side wall of the case 10. In this case, the ridge portion 36 is formed on the side wall of the tank 30 corresponding to the disinfectant liquid level confirmation window 210, and the concave portion 35 is formed on the side opposite to the side wall corresponding to the disinfectant liquid level confirmation window 210. Formed on the side wall.

[0040]

As described above, in one configuration of the present invention, light emitted from a light source is irregularly reflected when passing through the liquid level of the disinfecting liquid, and the diffused light is reflected on the disinfecting liquid level confirmation window of the case. The liquid level of the disinfectant can be visually recognized, and the liquid level of the disinfectant can be easily recognized without being affected by the brightness of the place where the disinfectant ejection device is installed. can do.

In another configuration of the present invention, the light source disposed at a position opposite to the disinfectant liquid level checking window with the tank interposed is accommodated in the concave portion of the tank. Therefore, it is not necessary to increase the size of the case, and the entire device can be reduced in size.

Further, in another configuration of the present invention, the light irregularly reflected on the liquid surface of the disinfecting liquid is condensed by the ridges, passes through the disinfecting liquid level confirmation window, and enters the eyes. The liquid surface of the liquid can be visually recognized over a wide range, and the visibility is improved.

Further, in another configuration of the present invention, since the cover of the partition member protects the light source, it is not necessary to newly provide a special protective member, and the number of parts and the number of assembling steps are reduced. be able to.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a sectional view of a main part of an antiseptic solution jetting device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a front view of an antiseptic solution ejection device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a side view of the disinfecting solution ejection device according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a plan view of an antiseptic solution ejection device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram of an electric system of the disinfecting liquid ejection device according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a front view showing the inside of the disinfecting solution ejection device according to the embodiment of the present invention, with the front surface removed.

FIG. 7 is a plan view of the disinfecting liquid ejection device according to the embodiment of the present invention, with a cover removed.

8 is a sectional view taken along line VIII-VIII in FIG.

FIG. 9 is a front view of the pump according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 10 is a sectional view of a main part of a pump according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 11 is a front view of a tank according to one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 12 is a left side view of the tank according to the embodiment of the present invention, which is partially cut away.

FIG. 13 is a right side view of the tank according to the embodiment of the present invention, which is partially cut away.

FIG. 14 is a plan view of a tank according to one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 15 is a bottom view of the tank according to the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 16 is a sectional view of a main part of a shut-off valve according to one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 17 is a front view of the shut-off valve according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 ... Case 10a ... Upper accommodating space 10b ... Lower accommodating space 11 ... Front case 12 ... Back case 14 ... Lower surface inner part 15 ... Lower surface front part 16 ... Housing concave part 18 ... Discharge path 18a ... Outlet 20 ... Nozzle 21 ... Nozzle head 22 ... Joint pipe 22a ... Disinfectant outlet 23 ... Rotating bracket 24 ... Bearing 25 ... Check valve 26 ... Spring member 30 ... Tank 31a ... Front wall 31b ... Bottom lower part 32 ... Take out pipe 33 ... Injection port 35 ... Concave part 36 ... Convex ridge part 37 ... Lunge 40 ... Supply path 41 ... Connection pipe 42 ... Up path 43 ... Down path 45 ... Shutoff valve 46 ... Valve body 47a ... Vertical connection pipe 47b ... Horizontal connection pipe 48 ... Float valve 48a ... Shaft 49: Valve lid 49a: Guide hole 49b: Small hole 50: Pump 51: Motor 52: Casing 53: Impeller 54: Drive magnet 55: Suction Pipe 56 ... Discharge pipe 58 ... Motor case 59 ... Separation part 61 ... Distribution board 62 ... Power cord 62a ... Clip 64 ... Window glass 65 ... Infrared sensor 70 ... Partition member 71 ... Inlet 72 ... Preparation hole 73 ... Peripheral flange 75 ... Sealing member 78 Cover part 80 Light source 110 Guide passage 111 Inlet 112 Outlet 113 Inlet side part 114 Outlet side part 130 Strainer 135 Cap part 136 Outer cylinder part 137 Mesh part 138 Receiver Part 210: disinfection liquid level confirmation window 211: translucent member

 ──────────────────────────────────────────────────続 き Continued on the front page (72) Inventor Tsunetaka Hashimoto 100, Maeda-cho, Totsuka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa Prefecture Inside (72) Inventor Yuji Fujie 100, Maeda-cho, Totsuka-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa Koito Kogyo Inside the corporation

Claims (4)

[Claims] 1. A case, a nozzle, which is installed on an upright wall or the like, has a tank, a supply path, and a pump inside the case, and the pump supplies the disinfectant in the tank with the nozzle through the supply path. A disinfecting solution jetting device configured to send a disinfecting solution from the nozzle, wherein the case has a disinfecting solution level checking window, has a light source inside the case, and the tank has a transparent outer peripheral wall. The disinfectant liquid level confirmation window is opened on the peripheral wall of the case corresponding to the transparent outer peripheral wall of the tank, and the light source passes through the liquid level of the disinfectant liquid in the tank. A disinfecting solution jetting device which irradiates light toward a disinfecting solution water level checking window. 2. The method according to claim 1, wherein a concave portion is formed on an outer surface of the tank at a position substantially opposite to the disinfectant liquid level checking window, and the light source is accommodated in the concave portion. Disinfectant ejection device. 3. The disinfecting solution jetting device according to claim 1, wherein a convex ridge is formed on an outer surface of the tank corresponding to the disinfecting solution level checking window. 4. The case separates an upper housing space in which the tank is housed and a lower housing space in which the pump is housed by a partition member, and the partition member has a cover portion. The disinfecting solution jetting device according to claim 2, wherein the cover includes the light source, and the concave portion of the tank houses the light source through the cover.