WO1996017537A1

WO1996017537A1 - Washing device with interchangeable cleaning attachments

Info

Publication number: WO1996017537A1
Application number: PCT/US1995/006611
Authority: WO
Inventors: Scott Underwood; John Underwood
Original assignee: Scott Underwood; John Underwood
Priority date: 1994-12-08
Filing date: 1995-06-30
Publication date: 1996-06-13
Also published as: AU2997395A

Abstract

This invention relates to a washing device with interchangeable cleaning attachments. This device includes a hollow rigid wand (10) that has a wand first bent distal portion, a wand middle portion and a wand second bent distal portion. Both the wand first bent distal portion and the wand second bent distal portion (410) have a wand first distal end and wand second distal end, respectively. Removably attached to the wand first distal end is an interchangeable cleaning attachment (110). The interchangeable cleaning attachment can include a sprayer head (110), a sponge attachment, a jet sprayer and a condensed sprayer.

Description

WASHING DEVICE WITH INTERCHANGEABLE CLEANING ATTACHMENTS

Related Applications:

This application is a continuation in part of co- pending U.S. Patent Application Serial Number 08/352,352, filed December 8, 1994.

Field of the Invention:

The present invention relates generally to a washing device and, more particularly, to a washing device having interchangeable cleaning attachments.

Description of the Prior Art:

There exists in the prior art devices for washing vehicles, including automobiles, trucks, boats and airplanes. Vehicles, particularly large-size ones, should have their attractive appearance well maintained. The external surfaces of such vehicles should be kept as clean as possible to minimize air resistance and, hence, fuel consumption. The cleaning of the external surfaces is necessary also for the purpose of preventing corrosion and rusting of the plates which constitute the external surface, which aids in ensuring safety, longer life, and the cosmetic condition of the vehicle. Contamination of the external surfaces of vehicles is unavoidable because the sticky components of the exhaust gases from the engine adhere to the external surface and because dust and other particles, such as mud, salt, sand suspended in the air and or water often penetrate the surface coating of the vehicle causing irreparable damage if the contaminants remain on the vehicle for prolonged periods of time.

RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) In order, therefore, to maintain the attractive appearance of a vehicle while achieving the prevention of rusting, and corrosion, fuel saving and preserving cosmetic appearance, it is necessary to conduct washing and cleaning of the external surface of the vehicle periodically. At the present time, the washing of the underside of vehicles is extremely difficult by use of manual labor.

Numerous washing device innovations appear in the prior art, and are described below. Even though these innovations may be suitable for the specific individual purposes which they address, they differ from the present invention as will be hereinafter contrasted.

The present invention differs from James E. Hogan's United States Patent 5,215,405, entitled Apparatus for Launching and Retrieving a Boat, in that the present invention includes a vehicle washing device comprising: a sprayer head adapted to spray liquid therefrom; a stem connected extending proximally from the sprayer head and adapted to direct liquid to the sprayer head; a wheel assembly mounted to the sprayer head to facilitate movement of the sprayer head; a plurality of orifices disposed on the sprayer head and adapted to direct the liquid in the form of a spray; a wand extending proximally from the stem and adapted to direct the fluid to the ste ; a handle part of the wand located adjacent to the male threads; soap dispenser extending proximally from the wand and adapted to gate water and soap to the wand, the soap dispenser further adapted for coupling to an external water supply; functioning to be positioned beneath the underside of a vehicle to wash the underside of the vehicle.

The present invention differs from Kenji Fujita United States Patent 4,654,087, entitled Method of and Apparatus for Washing Airplanes, in that the present invention

RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) includes a vehicle washing device comprising: a sprayer head adapted to spray liquid therefrom; a stem connected extending proximally from the sprayer head and adapted to direct liquid to the sprayer head; a wheel assembly mounted to the sprayer head to facilitate movement of the sprayer head; a plurality of orifices disposed on the sprayer head and adapted to direct the liquid in the form of a spray; a wand extending proximally from the stem and adapted to direct the fluid to the stem; a soap dispenser extending proximally from the wand and adapted to gate water and soap to the wand, the soap dispenser further adapted for coupling to an external supply of water; functioning to be positioned beneath the underside of a vehicle to wash the underside of the vehicle.

The present invention differs from James W. Roncaglione United States Patent 4,513,467, entitled Vehicle Washing Apparatus Having a Yieldable Brush Shaft Coupling, in that the present invention includes a vehicle washing device comprising: a sprayer head adapted to spray liquid therefrom; a stem connected extending proximally from the sprayer head and adapted to direct liquid to the sprayer head; a wheel assembly mounted to the sprayer head to facilitate movement of the sprayer head; a plurality of orifices disposed on the sprayer head and adapted to direct the liquid in the form of a spray; a wand extending proximally from the stem and adapted to direct the fluid to the stem; a soap dispenser extending proximally from the wand and adapted to gate water and soap to the wand, the soap dispenser further adapted for coupling to an external supply of water; functioning to be positioned beneath the underside of a vehicle to wash the underside of the vehicle.

The present invention differs from George M. Baker United States Patent 3,839,762, entitled Double Rotary Brush- Car Wash Assembly, in that the present invention includes a

RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) vehicle washing device comprising: a sprayer head adapted to spray liquid therefrom; a stem connected extending proximally from the sprayer head and adapted to direct liquid to the sprayer head; a wheel assembly mounted to the sprayer head to facilitate movement of the sprayer head; a plurality of orifices disposed on the sprayer head and adapted to direct the liquid in the form of a spray; a wand extending proximally from the stem and adapted to direct the fluid to the stem; a soap dispenser extending proximally from the wand and adapted to gate water and soap to the wand; the soap dispenser further adapted for coupling to an external supply of water to supply water to the soap dispenser; functioning to be positioned beneath the underside of a vehicle to wash the underside of the vehicle.

U.S. Patent No. 3,447,753 to Proctor et al, U.S. Patent No. 3,770,205 to Proctor et al . , U.S. Patent No. 4,418,869 to Healy, U.S. Patent No. 4,682,734 to Proctor et al . , U.S. Patent No. 4,785,850 to Sanchez and U.S. Patent No. 4,886,212 to Proctor et al . , each disclose a rotatable valve controlled fluid sprayer. These patents differ from the present invention because they do not disclose a washing device having a wand, stem, sprayer head attachment, condensed sprayer attachment, jet sprayer attachment and sponge attachment .

Numerous innovations for a washing device have been provided in the prior art that are adapted to be used. Even though these innovations may be suitable for the specific individual purposes to which they address, they are not suitable for the purposes of the present invention as herein described.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The washing device of the present invention includes: a sprayer head attachment adapted to spray liquid therefrom;

RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) a condensed sprayer attachment to spray liquid therefrom; a jet sprayer attachment to spray pressurized liquid therefrom; a sponge attachment; a stem removably connectable to extend proximally from the sprayer head attachment, and selectively attachable to the condensed sprayer attachment, the jet sprayer attachment or the sponge attachment, and adapted to direct liquid through such attachments; a wheel assembly mounted on the sprayer head attachment to facilitate movement of the sprayer head attachment; a plurality of orifices disposed in the sprayer head attachment and adapted to direct liquid in through the orifices in the form of a spray; a wand adapted to connect to and extending proximally from a soap dispenser and adapted to direct fluid therethrough; a soap attachment dispenser extending proximally from the wand and adapted to selectively introduce water and soap to the wand, the soap dispenser attachment being further adapted for coupling to an external supply of water to supply water to the soap dispenser; the wheel-mounted sprayer head adapted to be positioned beneath the underside of a vehicle to wash the underside of the vehicle.

One feature of the present invention resides in the wand being easily attachable to multiple washing attachments .

Another feature of the invention is that the wand preferably has a 135 degree angle bend on each end for easily handling with other attachments.

Another feature of the present invention is a detachable stem that can provide a straight extension for the wand.

Another feature of the present invention is a wheel - mounted sprayer head attachment designed for easy water

RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) passage for cleaning the underside of a vehicle.

Another feature of the invention is that the sprayer head attachment is blow molded in durable lightweight plastic.

Another feature of the present invention is that it has a condensed sprayer attachment for easy cleaning of tire wells, tops of tall vehicles, second story windows and other hard to reach areas .

Another feature of the present invention is a jet sprayer attachment for providing a concentrated water stream for extra cleaning power for vehicles, boats, siding, sidewalks, fences, decks and patios.

Another feature of the invention is a sponge attachment for use in conjunction with the wand, which makes it an ideal mop and dusting tool for a wide variety of cleaning chores, such as easily cleaning ceiling fans, high cabinet tops, bathtubs, tall shelves and floors.

Another feature of the present invention is a soap dispenser attachment with female fittings on both ends, the dispenser having settings for "soap", "off", and "rinse", that can adjustably deliver a water-soap solution to the wand.

Another feature of the invention is that the stem, sprayer head, attachment, condensed sprayer, jet sprayer and sponge attachment can be fabricated from materials such as lightweight fiberglass, fiberglass reinforced plastic, plastic, plastic composites, epoxy, metals or metal alloys.

Another feature of the present invention is a specially formulated soap for use in conjunction with the other

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OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

It is a principal object of the present invention to overcome the above disadvantages by providing a versatile washing device having interchangeable attachments.

More specifically, it is an object of the present invention to provide a washing device which can readily clean the underside of a vehicle.

Another object of the invention is to provide a washing device for vehicles which also makes cleaning jobs around the home quick and easy.

Still another object of the invention is to provide a washing device that is capable of cleaning all six sides of a vehicle from top to bottom.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The invention will be better understood from the following detailed description of the specific embodiments when read in connection with the accompanying drawings, in which:

FIGURE 1 is a perspective view of the washing device illustrating the sprayer head spraying the underside of a vehicle;

FIGURE 2 is a perspective view of the washing device illustrating the jet sprayer spraying the side of a vehicle;

FIGURE 3 is a perspective view of the washing device illustrating the sponge attachment washing the .top of a

RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) vehicle;

FIGURE 4 is a perspective view of the wand;

FIGURE 5 is a perspective view of the stem;

FIGURE 6A is a top view of the sprayer head;

FIGURE 6B is a side left view of the sprayer head of FIGURE 6A;

FIGURE 7 is a perspective view of the sponge attachment;

FIGURE 8A is a front perspective view of the soap dispenser;

FIGURE 8B is a top view of the soap dispenser lid;

FIGURE 8C is a top view of the soap dispenser container with lid removed;

FIGURE 8D is a front view of the soap dispenser container with lid removed;

FIGURE 9A is a perspective view of the jet sprayer;

FIGURE 9B is a left end view of the jet sprayer of FIGURE 9A;

FIGURE 10A is a perspective view of the condensed sprayer; and

FIGURE 10B is a left end of the condensed sprayer of FIGURE 10A.

RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) SA/EP DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

Referring now to FIGURE 1, the washing device is shown with a sprayer head 110 spraying the underside of a vehicle 28A, and exhibiting the following features: wand 10; stem 510; soap dispenser 410; hose 25; user 26; vehicle 28; underside of vehicle 28A; sprayer head 110; stem 510. The washing device is in the configuration to clean the underside of the vehicle 28A. The sprayer head 110 is attached to the stem 510, which is attached to the wand 10. The wand 10 in turn is attached to the soap dispenser, which in turn is attached to a water source such as the hose 25. The user 26 is grasping the wand 10 positioning the sprayer head 110 underneath the vehicle 28. The user can roll the sprayer head 110 back and forth underneath the vehicle, thereby spraying and cleaning the underside of vehicle 28A.

Referring now to FIGURE 2 which is a perspective view of the washing device, vehicle and user, illustrating the wand 10, with the jet sprayer 310 spraying the side of the vehicle 28C exhibiting the following features: wand 10; wand first distal end 20; wand second distal end 24; hose 25; user 26; vehicle 28; side of vehicle 28C; jet sprayer 310. The washing device is assembled in the configuration to clean the side of the vehicle 28C with the jet sprayer. The jet sprayer 310 is attached to the wand first distal end 20 and the wand second distal end 24 is attached to a soap dispenser 410. The dispenser 410 is further attached to a water source such as hose 25. The user 26 is shown grasping the dispenser 410 near fitting 412 and positioning the jet sprayer 110 adjacent to the vehicle 28. The user 26 can move the jet sprayer 310 back and forth adjacent to the vehicle, thereby spraying the entire side 28C of the vehicle .

Referring now to FIGURE 3 which is a perspective view

RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) of the washing device, user and vehicle, illustrating the sponge attachment 210 washing the top 28B of the vehicle 28 and exhibiting the following features: stem 510; user 26; vehicle 28; top 28B of vehicle 28; and sponge attachment 210. The washing device is assembled to clean the top 28B of the vehicle. The sponge attachment 210 is attached to the stem female fitting 512 and the stem male fitting 516 is attached to soap dispenser 410 which is attached to a water source such as hose 25, shown in FIGURE 2. The user 26 can move the sponge attachment 210 back and forth on the vehicle, thereby washing the top 28B of the vehicle.

Referring to FIGURE 4 which is a perspective view of the wand 10 showing the following details: wand first bent portion 12; wand second bent portion 14; wand female fitting 16; wand male fitting 18; wand first distal end 20; wand middle portion 22; wand second distal end 24. The wand 10 is a hollow rigid tube capable of carrying a cleaning solution to the cleaning attachments such as the sprayer head 110, sponge attachment 210, jet sprayer 310 and condensed sprayer 350. The cleaning solution can be either water or water-soap solution. The wand 10 consists of a first distal end 20, middle portion 22 and second distal end 24. The middle portion 22 is straight, providing an easy grip surface. The first distal end 20 and second distal end 24 respectively have a first distal bent portion 12 and a second distal bent portion 14. At the first distal bend 12 and second distal bend portion 14 , the wand is bent m opposite obtuse angles giving the wand 10 an elongated S- configuration. The obtuse angles are preferably 135 degrees each. Located at the first distal end 20 is an attaching means, which is embodied as female fitting 16. The female fitting 16 is also capable of swiveling on the wand 10. The female fitting 16 attaches the wand 10 to the cleaning attachments, providing a continuous watertight path therebetween.

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RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) Located at the wand second distal end 24 is a second attaching means, which is embodied as a male fitting 18. The male fitting 18 attaches the wand to a cleaning solution source providing a watertight path therebetween. The wand 10 can be fabricated from fiberglass, fiberglass-reinforced plastic, plastic, plastic composites, epoxy, metals or metal alloys. The wand 10 preferably is fabricated from light weight material such as plastic.

FIGURE 5 is a perspective view of the stem 510, comprising a straight portion 514 with a female fitting 512 on a first distal end and a male fitting 516 on the second distal end. The stem 510 is a hollow rigid tube capable of providing an extension for either the wand first distal end

20 or wand second distal end 24. The stem female fitting 512 is also capable of swiveling on the stem 510. The female fitting 512 attaches to any of the cleaning attachments or the wand male fitting 18 providing a water tight path therebetween. The stem male fitting 516 attaches to either a water source or the female fitting 16 providing a water tight path therebetween.

The stem 510 can be fabricated from fiberglass, plastic, plastic composites, epoxy, metals or metal alloys.

The stem 510 preferably is fabricated from light weight plastic.

Referring to FIGURE 6A which is a top view of the wheel-mounted sprayer head 110 exhibiting the following features: wheels 112; wheel mounting shaft 114; rear cross member 116; middle cross member 118; front cross member 120; front first distal side member 122; front second distal side member 124; rear first distal side member 128; rear second distal side member 130; first distal side member junction 132; second distal side member junction 134; neck 136; sprayer head male fitting 138; sprayer head orifices 140.

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RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) The rear cross member 116, middle cross member 118, front cross member 120, front first distal side member 122, front second distal side member 124, rear first distal side member 128, rear second distal side member 130, first distal side member junction 132, second distal side member junction 134 are each of hollow tubular members that interconnect forming a hollow frame structure with generally upwardly directed spray orifices.

The first distal portion of the front cross member 120 is attached at an obtuse angle to the front end of the front first distal side member 122. The rear end of the front first distal side member 122, the first distal end of the middle cross member 118 and the front end of the rear first distal side member 128 are attached to each other at the first distal side member junction. The rear end of the rear first distal side member 128 is attached at an obtuse angle to the first distal portion of the rear cross member 116. The second distal portion of the rear cross member 116 is attached at an obtuse angle to the rear end of the rear second distal side member 130. The front end of the rear second distal side member 130, the second distal end of the middle cross member 118 and the rear end of the front second distal side member 124 are attached to each other at the second distal side member junction 134. The front end of the front second distal side member 124 is attached at an obtuse angle to the second distal portion of the front cross member 120. Located on the top portion of each of the above mentioned hollow tube members are spray orifices 140. The spray orifices 140 allows the cleaning solution to be sprayed upward during operation.

Attached to the middle portion of the rear cross member 116 is a neck 136. Located on end of the neck 136 is an attaching means, which is embodied as a male fitting 138. The sprayer head male fitting 138 connects the sprayer head

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RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) 110 to either the wand female fitting 16 or to the stem female fitting 512, providing a water tight path therebetween.

The sprayer head 110 also includes a rolling means, which is embodied by wheels 112 and wheel mounting shaft *114 combinations. A wheel mounting shaft 114 may be located on either the first distal end and second distal end of either or both the rear cross member 116 and front cross member 120. Each of the wheel mounting shafts 114 have a smooth outer surface except for a raised portion which acts as an annular retaining ring. The wheel 112 can be easily mounted on the wheel mounting shaft 114 as shown in FIGURE 6B by placing the wheel 112 over the annular retaining ring of the wheel mounting shaft 114. The wheel 112 can rotate around the mounting shaft 114 and is held in place by the annular retaining ring.

The sprayer head 110 can be fabricated from fiberglass, plastic, plastic composites, epoxy, metals or metal alloys. Preferably the sprayer head 110 is fabricated by blow molding in durable lightweight plastic.

During operation, the wand 10 or the stem 510 is attached to the neck 136 transferring the cleaning solution to the sprayer head 110. While the sprayer head 110 is rolled back and forth on the wheels 112 by the user 26, the cleaning solution will circulate through the side members and cross members building pressure therein. When sufficient pressure is built up, the cleaning solution will spray out of the sprayer head orifices 140.

FIGURE 7 is a perspective view of the sponge attachment 210 exhibiting the following features: sponge 212; sponge pipe 214; sponge attachment male fitting 216; sponge attachment orifice 218. The sponge pipe 214 is a hollow

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RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) tube that has a first distal portion embedded within the sponge, and a second distal portion. Located on the end of the first distal portion of the sponge pipe 214 is an orifice 215. Alternatively there may be a plurality of orifices 218 around the outer surface of the sponge pipe 214 within the sponge. The second distal portion of the sponge pipe 214 also has a connecting means, shown as the sponge attachment male fitting 216. The fitting 216 attaches the sponge attachment 210 to either the wand female fitting 16 or to the stem female fitting 512 providing a water tight path therebetween. The sponge pipe 214 can be fabricated from fiberglass, plastic, plastic composites or various lightweight metal alloys. The sponge pipe 214 preferably is fabricated from light weight plastic. The sponge 212 has a cavity to permanently encase the sponge pipe 214 to which it is preferably bonded.

During operation, the wand 10 or the stem 510 is attached to the sponge attachment male fitting 216 for transferring a cleaning solution to the sponge attachment 210. The cleaning solution will spray out of the sponge attachment orifices 215 and 218 wetting the sponge 212. When the wand 10 is not connected to a water source such as the hose 25, the sponge head 210 attaches to the wand 10 and can be used as a mop to clean hard to reach places such as ceiling fans, tops of tall shelves, bathroom walls and tubs, floors, swimming pools and hot tubs.

FIGURE 8A is a front perspective view of the soap dispenser 410 exhibiting the following features: soap dispenser lid 411; soap dispenser first female fitting 412; soap dispenser second female fitting 414; first distal tube section 416; second distal tube section 418; soap dispenser lid upper portion 420; soap dispenser lid middle portion 422; soap dispenser lid lower portion 424; vent 424A; soap dispenser rotatable valve assembly 426; valve assembly

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RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) switch 426A; soap dispenser container 428; soap 430; soap dispenser collector 432. The soap dispenser 410 consists of the soap dispenser lid 411 and the soap dispenser container 428. The soap dispenser container 428 stores soap 430 to produce the water-soap solution used as the cleaning solution. The soap dispenser lid 411 removably attaches to the soap dispenser container 428, thereby covering the soap dispenser container 128. The soap dispenser lid 411 also contains a rotatable valve assembly 426, which controls the mixing and dispensing of the cleaning solution. Attached to the bottom of the soap dispenser rotatable valve assembly 426 is the soap dispenser collector 432, which is a hollow tube through which soap 430 is drawn upwards during operation.

Referring to FIGURE 8B which is a top view of the soap dispenser lid 411 exhibiting the following features: soap dispenser first female fitting 412; soap dispenser second female fitting 414; first distal tube section 416; second distal tube section 418; soap dispenser lid upper portion 420; soap dispenser lid middle portion 422; soap dispenser lid lower portion 424; slot 424A; 0-ring 424B; soap dispenser rotatable valve assembly 426; valve assembly switch 426A.

The soap dispenser lid lower portion 424 is the part of the lid 411 that covers the soap dispenser container 428. Located on the outer-top horizontal surface of the lid lower portion 424 are four vents 424A. Located adjacent to the four vents 424A is the 0-ring 424B. The 0-ring 424B provides a water tight seal between the soap dispenser lid 411 and the soap dispenser container 428 when assembled. Located on the inner vertical surface of the lid lower portion 424 and aligned with the four vents 424A are four interlocking slots. The interlocking slots are part of the means for removably attaching the soap dispenser lid 411 to

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RECTIFIED SHEET RULE 91 the soap dispenser container 428. Located on the inner-top horizontal surface of the lid lower portion 424 is the soap dispenser lid middle portion 422. Located on the inner-top surface of the soap dispenser middle portion 422 is the soap dispenser lid upper portion 420.

The inner portions of the first distal tube section 416 and second distal tube section 418 pass through and are integral with the soap dispenser lid middle portion 422 and the soap dispenser lid upper portion 420. The first distal tube section 416 and second distal tube section 418 are hollow and rigid to carry the running water which mixes with the soap 430. Located within the soap dispenser lid middle portion 422 and the soap dispenser lid upper portion 420 is rotatable valve assembly 426, which has the valve assembly switch 426A. The valve assembly switch 426A is selectively movable to "soap", "off", and "rinse" positions.

Located on the outer edge of the first distal tube section 416 is a connecting means, which is shown as a dispenser first female fitting 412. The first female fitting 412 attaches to a water source such as hose 25 providing a water tight path therebetween. Located on the outer edge of the second distal tube section 418 is another connecting means, a second female fitting 414. The second female fitting 414 attaches to either the wand male fitting 18, sponge attachment male fitting 216, jet sprayer male fitting 312, condenser sprayer male fitting 352 or stem male fitting 510, providing a water tight path therebetween. Both the first female fitting 412 and the second female fitting 414 are capable of swiveling.

FIGURE 8C and 8D show soap dispenser container 428 and tabs 428A. Located on the outer top surface of the soap dispenser container 428 are four tabs 428A that extend outward therefrom. The four tabs 428A interlock with the

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RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) four interlocking slots of the soap dispenser lid 410, thereby removably attaching the soap dispenser lid 410 to the soap dispenser container 428. The bottom half of the outer surface of the soap dispenser container 428 is textured for easy gripping and removal .

The soap dispenser parts can be fabricated from fiberglass, plastic, plastic composites, epoxy, metals or metal alloys. The soap dispenser 410 parts are preferably fabricated from light weight plastic.

During operation, with the soap dispenser rotatable valve assembly switch 426A in the" soap" position, the water running though the first distal tube section 416 and second distal tube section 418 create a vacuum, drawing the liquid soap 430 up through the soap dispenser collector 432 to the running water. The soap 430 mixes with the water, thereby producing a water-soap solution that is dispensed as the cleaning solution. When the rotatable valve assemblyswitch 426A is in the "rinse" position, the soap dispenser valve assembly is completely closed, thereby not drawing any soap 430, and only water is transferred therefrom as the cleaning solution. When the valve assembly switch 426A is in the "off" position, the running water is blocked from entering the second distal tube section 418, thus no cleaning solution is dispensed.

Referring to FIGURE 9A which is a perspective view of the jet sprayer 310 having a male fitting 312, closed end portion 314, end surface 316, slot 318 recessed in the end surface, and jet spray orifice 320 within the slot. Located on the open end of jet sprayer 310 is a connecting means, which is embodied as a male fitting 312. The male fitting 312 attaches to either the wand female fitting 16, soap dispenser second distal female fitting 414 or the stem female fitting 512, providing a water tight path

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RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) therebetween.

FIGURE 9B is an end view of the jet sprayer head 310. Located on the jet sprayer end surface 316 is a slot 318, which is defined by two angled walls which form a V-shape. Contained within the slot is a jet sprayer orifice 320. During operation, the cleaning solution transferred to the jet sprayer 310 is forced out of the jet sprayer end portion 314 in a pressurized stream through orifice 320. The jet sprayer slot 318 will continually focus the pressurized stream of cleaning solution as it leaves the orifice 320.

FIGURE 10A shows a condensed sprayer attachment 350 having a male fitting 352, end portion 354, end surface 356, and spray orifices 358 in the end surface. Located on the open end of the condensed sprayer 350 is a connecting means, which is embodied as a male fitting 352. The male fitting 352 attaches to either the wand female fitting 16, soap dispenser second distal female fitting 414 or to the stem female fitting 512, providing a water tight path therebetween.

FIGURE 10B is an end view of the condensed sprayer head 350 showing the end surface 356 and spray orifices 358 provided in the end surface 356. During operation, cleaning solution transferred to the condensed sprayer head 350 sprays out of the condensed sprayer end 354 through the condensed sprayer orifices 358.

Both the jet sprayer 310 and condensed sprayer 350 can be fabricated from fiberglass, plastic, plastic composites, epoxy, metal or metal alloys. The jet sprayer 310 and condensed sprayer 350 preferably are fabricated from light weight plastic.

It will be understood that each of the elements

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RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) described above, or two or more together, may also find a useful application in other types of constructions differing from the type described above.

While the invention has been illustrated and described as embodied in a washing device with interchangeable cleaning attachments, it is not intended to be limited to the details shown, since it will be understood that various omissions, modifications, substitutions and changes in the forms and details of the device illustrated and in its operation can be made by those skilled in the art without departing in any way from the spirit of the present invention.

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Claims

I claim :

1. A washing device having multiple interchangeable cleaning attachments, comprising: a) a hollow rigid elongated wand; said wand having a first bent distal portion, a straight middle portion, and a second bent distal portion, said first bent distal portion having a first distal end, said second bent distal portion having a second distal end; b) an interchangeable cleaning attachment attachable to said wand; and c) means for removably attaching the interchangeable cleaning attachment to the first distal end of said wand.

2. The washing device of claim 1; further comprising a soap dispenser removably attachable to said second distal end of said wand and adapted to selectively introduce a cleaning solution to said wand.

3. The washing device of claim 1; further comprising a hollow rigid stem, said stem having a first distal end and a second distal end, said hollow rigid stem having a first attaching means at said first distal end and a second attaching means at said second distal end.

4. The washing device of claim 1, wherein said wand middle portion is straight and said wand first bent distal portion and said wand second bent distal portion each form an obtuse angle with said straight middle portion thereby forming an elongated S-configuration.

5. The washing device of claim 4, wherein said obtuse angle is 135 degrees.

6. The washing device of claim 1, wherein said attaching means is a male-female fitting.

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7. The washing device of claim 6, wherein said male-female, fitting is selected from the group consisting of snap-on, push button, screw-on and sure fit annular ring.

8. The washing device of claim 1, wherein said wand is fabricated from a material selected from the group consisting of fiberglass, epoxy, rubber composites, plastic, plastic composites, lightweight metals and lightweight metal alloys .

9. The washing device of claim 1, wherein said interchangeable cleaning attachment is selected from the group consisting of a wheel mounted sprayer head, a sponge attachment, a jet sprayer and a condensed sprayer.

10. A sprayer head attachment for a washing device comprising: a) a frame structure fabricated from a plurality of hollow interconnected members having a generally horizontally oriented operating position containing a plurality of upwardly directed orifices for spraying a cleaning solution therethrough; b) rolling means attached to said frame; and c) means for removably attaching a said frame structure to a source of water.

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11. The sprayer head attachment of claim 10, wherein said frame has: a) a middle cross member; b) a front first distal side member and a front second distal side member attached to the middle cross member; c) a front cross member attached to both said front first distal side member and said front second distal side member; d) a rear first distal side member and a rear second distal side member attached to the middle cross member,- and e) a rear cross member attached to both said rear first distal side member and said rear second distal side member; the cross members and side members all being hollow, at least some of said members having generally upwardly directed spray orifice.

12. The sprayer head attachment of claim 10, wherein said attaching means is a female-male fitting.

13. The sprayer head attachment of claim 12, wherein said male-female fitting is selected from the group consisting of snap-on, push button, screw-on and sure fit annular ring.

14. The sprayer head attachment of claim 10, wherein said rolling means comprises at least one wheel mounted to a wheel mounting shaft affixed to a said frame structure.

15. The sprayer head attachment of claim 10, wherein said frame structure is fabricated from a material selected from the group consisting of: fiberglass, reinforced plastic, epoxy plastic, plastic composites, rubber composites, metal and metal alloys.

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16. A sponge attachment comprising: a) a hollow sponge pipe having a first distal portion and a second distal portion, said first distal portion containing at least one orifice, said second distal portion having a removable attaching means; and b) a sponge encasing the first distal portion of said sponge pipe.

17. The sponge head attachment of claim 16, wherein said removable attaching means is a male-female fitting.

18. The sponge head attachment of claim 17, wherein said male-female fitting is selected from the group consisting of snap-on, push button, screw-on and sure fit annular ring.

19. A jet sprayer attachment comprising: a) a hollow member having a closed end with an end surface, said end surface containing a central slot, said slot being defined by a pair of inclined walls containing an orifice disposed centrally therein; and b) an open end portion having attaching means integral therewith.

20. The jet sprayer attachment of claim 19, wherein said jet sprayer attachment is fabricated from a material selected from the group consisting of fiberglass, reinforced plastic, epoxy plastic, plastic composites, rubber composites, metals and metal alloys.

21. The jet sprayer attachment of claim 19, wherein said attaching means is a male-female fitting.

22. The jet sprayer attachment of claim 21, wherein said male-female fitting is selected from the group consisting of snap-on, push button, screw-on and sure fit annular ring.

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RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) 23. A condensed sprayer attachment comprising: a) a hollow member having a closed end portion with an end surface, said end surface containing a plurality of orifices; and b) an opposed open portion having attaching means integral therewith.

24. The condensed sprayer attachment of claim 23, wherein said condensed sprayer attachment is fabricated from a material selected from the group consisting of fiberglass, reinforced plastic, epoxy plastic, plastic composites, rubber composites, metals and metal alloys.

25. The condensed sprayer attachment of claim 23, wherein said attaching means is a male-female fitting.

26. The condensed sprayer attachment of claim 25, wherein said male-female fitting is selected from the group consisting of snap-on, push button, screw-on and sure fit annular ring.

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RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91)