TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Caycoya, Ryan
Campbell, Vernon, D.
Abstract
A floor cleaner includes a handle, a body, a base movable over a surface to be cleaned, and a supply tank coupled to the body. The supply tank having an inlet opening defining an inlet opening width and a fluid disposed therein. A water soluble package includes a cleaning solution disposed therein and is inserted within the supply tank to combine with the fluid disposed therein to form a cleaning fluid. A distribution nozzle is in communication with the supply tank and disperses the cleaning fluid towards a ground surface. The package has an unfolded dimension defined by a first width that is larger than the inlet width, a height defined orthogonal to the first width, and a thickness defined orthogonal to the first width and the height. The package folds from the unfolded dimension to a compact size having a folded dimension defined by a second width that is smaller than the inlet opening width.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Stark, Jeffrey, P.
Galleno, Daniel
Abstract
A surface cleaning apparatus (10) includes a cleaning head (12) including housing, a brushroll (22) mounted in the housing, a motor (54) mounted in the housing, and a drive train (52) removably coupled to the housing. The housing includes a sidewall. The motor includes a motor shaft. The drive train includes a panel (100) removably coupled to the housing, a first coupler (102) mounted on the panel such that the first coupler is rotatable relative to the panel, a second coupler (106) mounted on the panel such that the second coupler is rotatable relative to the panel; and a belt extending between the first coupler and the second coupler to transmit rotation between the first coupler and the second coupler. When the drive train is coupled to the housing rotation of the motor shaft is transmitted through the drive train to the brushroll.
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
A47L 9/04 - Nozzles with driven brushes or agitators
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Paulla, Kirti, Kant
Osuna, Omar
Jenks, Damian
Diana, Patrick
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner docking station includes a separator and a dock. A fluid flow path extends through a receiving portion of the dock, an airflow source of the dock, a dock debris collector, and a dock air outlet. The dock and the separator are coupled having the separator in fluid communication with a dock air outlet and a debris outlet of the separator in fluid communication with the dock debris collector such that the airflow generated by the airflow source of the dock travels through the debris outlet of the separator along the fluid flow path into the dock debris collector.
A47L 9/28 - Installation of the electric equipment, e.g. adaptation or attachment to the suction cleaner; Controlling suction cleaners by electric means
A47L 5/26 - Hand-supported suction cleaners with driven dust-loosening tools
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
4.
A SEPARATOR ASSEMBLY FOR A SUCTION CLEANING APPARATUS
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Pougher, Simon Matthew
Barnsley, Mark Stephen
Boxhill, Jonathon Haydn
Abstract
With reference to Figure 1, a cyclonic separator assembly (10) is described, for removing dust or debris from dirt-laden air, for use in a suction cleaning apparatus (1) of the type having a motor (3) mounted in a cleaner body (2) downstream of a suction inlet (4), the separator assembly (10) having a first end (15) and a second end (16), and the separator assembly (10) including an inlet (5) for receiving a flow of dirty air, a separation chamber (17) adapted to receive dirty air from the inlet (5) and, having an air flow outlet (19) formed within the separation chamber (17), configured such that air is drawn through the outlet (19) in a direction generally towards the first end (15) of the separator assembly (10), a shroud (20) disposed adjacent the air flow outlet (19), defining a plurality of apertures, configured to prevent large dirt particles passing through the air flow outlet (19), and a dirt outlet (34) defining an opening in a wall (30) of the separation chamber (17); a dirt collection chamber (12) in communication with the dirt outlet (34), adapted to receive dirt separated from the dirty air; and a (passage 40) defining an air flow path from the air flow outlet (19) towards a separator outlet (35) in a direction generally towards the second end (16) of the separator assembly (10) such that, in use, the separator outlet (35) is adapted to communicate with the suction inlet (4) of the cleaner body (2) so as to draw dirty air into the separator assembly (10).
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Carter, Daniel William
Abstract
A surface cleaning apparatus includes: a separator having an inlet for receiving dirt laden air and an outlet; a suction source; and a chamber having: an inlet in communication with the separator outlet; and an outlet in communication with the suction source, wherein the chamber inlet and the chamber outlet are offset from each other.
A47L 9/16 - Arrangement or disposition of cyclones or other devices with centrifugal action
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
6.
A SEPARATION DEVICE FOR A SURFACE CLEANING APPARATUS
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Barker, Mario John Chaves
Abstract
A separation device for a surface cleaning apparatus, the device having: an inlet for receiving dirt laden air; a first outlet in fluid communication with the inlet; and a second outlet in fluid communication with the inlet; wherein each of the first and second outlets are at least partially covered by a plurality of elongate members, with air passing to the outlets through spaces between said members.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Manning, Daragh
Abstract
A surface cleaning apparatus including: a cleaning head; a housing member supporting: a water storage container; a steam generator including a heating element(s); a steam outlet, and an elongate member connecting the cleaning head to the housing member, said elongate member including a fluid passage communicating with the steam outlet for directing steam towards the cleaning head, wherein the elongate member is releasably connectable to the cleaning head.
A47L 11/34 - Machines for treating carpets in position by liquid, foam, or vapour, e.g. by steam
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Burnham, Gavin
Tyler, Jake
Ward, Matt
Abstract
A head for a surface cleaning device, the head includes: an inlet for receiving dirt-laden fluid from a surface; and an inlet extension member, wherein the inlet extension member is movable with respect to the inlet between first and second positions.
A47L 7/00 - Suction cleaners adapted for additional purposes; Tables with suction openings for cleaning purposes; Containers for cleaning articles by suction; Suction cleaners adapted to cleaning of brushes; Suction cleaners adapted to taking-up liquids
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
A47L 9/04 - Nozzles with driven brushes or agitators
9.
VACUUM CLEANER WITH RATCHETING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Zhou, Robert
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner (10) having a floor nozzle (30) includes a ratcheting height adjust mechanism (102) which is used to change the relative height of the floor nozzle (30) with respect to the surface to be cleaned. The ratcheting height adjust mechanism (102) includes a foot pedal (106), a lever arm (110), and a cam member (176). The foot pedal (106) actuates a pivoting action of the lever arm (110) in a first direction about a first axis (A) which causes the cam member (176) to rotate in the first direction about a second axis (B) which is different from the first axis (A). A spring (124) actuates a pivoting action of the lever arm (110) in a second direction about the first axis (A) which does not cause the cam member (176) to rotate.
A47L 5/34 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle with height adjustment of nozzles or dust-loosening tools
A47L 9/06 - Nozzles with fixed, e.g. adjustably fixed brushes or the like
10.
VACUUM CLEANER INCLUDING A REMOVABLE CANISTER ASSEMBLY
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Khalil, David
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner (20) includes a surface cleaning head (24), a pivot assembly pivotally coupled to the surface cleaning head (24), a cleaning wand (36) removably coupled to the pivot assembly, and a canister assembly (40) removably coupled to the pivot assembly. The canister assembly (40) includes a first electrical connector (120) connected to a power source, a dirt separation unit (96), and a suction motor (100) electrically connected to the power source and in fluid communication with a dirty air inlet of the cleaning head (24), the cleaning wand (36), and the dirt separation unit (96). The vacuum cleaner (20) also includes a second electrical connector (124) on the pivot assembly. The vacuum cleaner (20) is operable in an upright configuration and in a portable configuration. The cleaning wand (36) is removable from the pivot assembly when the vacuum cleaner (20) is in the upright configuration and when the vacuum cleaner (20) is in the portable configuration.
A47L 5/22 - Structural features of suction cleaners with power-driven air-pumps or air-compressors, e.g. driven by motor vehicle engine vacuum with rotary fans
A47L 5/30 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle with driven dust-loosening tools, e.g. rotating brushes
A47L 5/32 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle with means for connecting a hose
A47L 9/28 - Installation of the electric equipment, e.g. adaptation or attachment to the suction cleaner; Controlling suction cleaners by electric means
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Charlton, Christopher, M.
Abstract
A steamer (10) includes a housing (14), a power cord (42) configured to be selectively coupled to an external power source, a battery (58), a fluid reservoir (50) positioned in the housing, a reservoir heating element (54) configured to preheat fluid in the fluid reservoir (50), a heating device operable to receive preheated fluid from the fluid reservoir, and a nozzle (106) in fluid communication with the heating device. The reservoir heating element (54) receives power from the external power source when the power cord (42) is in communication with the external power source. The heating device receives power from the battery (58) when the power cord is unplugged from the external power source to heat the preheated fluid. The nozzle (106) is configured to receive the fluid from the heating device and discharge the fluid through the nozzle (106).
D06F 75/06 - Externally-heated hand irons; Hand irons internally heated by means other than electricity, e.g. by solid fuel, by steam with means for supplying steam or liquid to the article being ironed
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
D06F 75/12 - Hand irons internally heated by electricity with means for supplying steam to the article being ironed the steam being produced from water supplied to the iron from an external source
D06F 75/24 - Arrangements of the heating means within the iron; Arrangements for distributing, conducting or storing the heat
D06F 87/00 - Apparatus for moistening or otherwise conditioning the article to be ironed or pressed
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Waters, Richard
Reid, Charlene
Abstract
An apparatus for cleaning a floor surface including: an upright part including a user graspable handle; a base assembly including: a first base part connected to the upright part; and a second base part connected to the first base part, which second base part includes a cleaning member; and a device for effecting movement of the first and second base parts relative to each other.
A47L 5/30 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle with driven dust-loosening tools, e.g. rotating brushes
A47L 9/04 - Nozzles with driven brushes or agitators
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Grove, Phil
Abstract
The present invention relates to a surface cleaning apparatus including a cleaning head having a body that defines a footprint to sit adjacent a surface to be cleaned, the body including first and second parts that are moveable relative to one another between a first configuration and a second configuration, such that the area of the footprint is greater when in the first configuration than when in the second configuration.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Grove, Phil
Abstract
The present invention relates to a surface cleaning apparatus including a cleaning head having: a body to sit adjacent a first surface to be cleaned; and a head formation releasably connectable to a connection portion of the body; wherein in a first configuration the head formation is connected to the body such that the head formation sits adjacent the first surface or a second surface to be cleaned, and the cleaning head defines a first footprint, and in a second configuration the head formation is detached from the body and the cleaning head defines a second footprint.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Harries, Thomas Robert
Pougher, Simon Matthew
Carter, Daniel William
Holmes, Darren David
Barnsley, Mark
Abstract
A surface cleaning apparatus having: a main body; a first wheel positioned at or near a first end of the main body; and a second wheel positioned at or near a second end of the main body, wherein the main body is generally cylindrical and wherein a portion of the main body positioned in between a central region of the main body and each wheel has a radius which increases as it extends towards each wheel.
A47L 5/36 - Suction cleaners with hose between nozzle and casing; Suction cleaners for fixing on staircases; Suction cleaners for carrying on the back
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Pougher, Simon Matthew
Holmes, Darren David
Harries, Thomas Robert
Carter, Daniel William
Barnsley, Mark
Abstract
A surface cleaning apparatus having: a source of suction; a chamber for receiving dirt having an inlet and an outlet; a cable storage device for storing electrical cable for providing power to the source of suction; and a fluid flow path for providing fluid communication between the outlet of the chamber and the source of suction; wherein at least a portion of the fluid flow path extends through the cable storage device.
A47L 9/26 - Incorporation of winding devices for electric cables
A47L 9/28 - Installation of the electric equipment, e.g. adaptation or attachment to the suction cleaner; Controlling suction cleaners by electric means
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Barnsley, Mark
Carter, Daniel William
Harries, Thomas Robert
Holmes, Darren David
Pougher, Simon Matthew
Abstract
A surface cleaning apparatus having: a body (12); a primary air inlet (70); a first wheel (14), preferably the first wheel being positioned at or near a first end of the body; and a second wheel (16), preferably the second wheel being positioned at or near a second end of the body, a source of suction; and a chamber (100) for receiving dirt, which chamber is in fluid communication with the primary air inlet (70); wherein the primary air inlet (70) is moveable relative to the body (12).
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Henderson, Gregg, A.
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner includes a base having a foot with a suction nozzle and a handle assembly removably coupled to the foot. The handle assembly is movable between a first position, in which the handle assembly is connected to the foot, and a second position, in which the handle assembly is disconnected to the foot. The vacuum cleaner also includes a canister assembly supported by the base. The canister assembly is removable from the base. The vacuum cleaner further includes a latch supported by one of the foot and the handle assembly. The latch is engageable with the other of the foot and the handle assembly to selectively secure the handle assembly to the foot. The latch is inaccessible when the canister assembly is supported by the base.
A47L 5/22 - Structural features of suction cleaners with power-driven air-pumps or air-compressors, e.g. driven by motor vehicle engine vacuum with rotary fans
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Barnsley, Mark
Abstract
A method of converting a suction cleaner for water filtration, the cleaner comprising: a container (10) for separated dust, able to retain liquid in a lowermost part thereof, a source of suction communicating with the container (10) for drawing air from the interior thereof at an upper part of the container (10), and an inlet (22) for suction airflow into the container (10) at a position spaced above the lowermost part of the container (10), the method comprising: providing, within the container (10), an airflow-directing member (50), affording a passage extending downwardly from the inlet (22) to the lowermost part of the container (10) to discharge incoming air in the lowermost part, the airflow directing member (50) comprising a first (54), a second (56) and a third (58) portion, arranging the first portion (54) so that it extends generally horizontally from the inlet (22) and the second portion (56) so that it extends downwardly from the first portion (54), and the third portion (58) so that it extends generally horizontally from the second portion (56) and configured so that the third portion (58) ends at a position which, in plan view, is remote from the inlet (22), and arranging, within the container (10), a baffle member (70) adapted to extend over the outlet of the directing member (50) at a position spaced above the lowermost part of the container, the baffle member (70) being inclined downwardly in the direction of the inlet (22).
A47L 5/22 - Structural features of suction cleaners with power-driven air-pumps or air-compressors, e.g. driven by motor vehicle engine vacuum with rotary fans
A47L 7/00 - Suction cleaners adapted for additional purposes; Tables with suction openings for cleaning purposes; Containers for cleaning articles by suction; Suction cleaners adapted to cleaning of brushes; Suction cleaners adapted to taking-up liquids
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Grove, Phil
Abstract
A surface cleaning apparatus (10) includes a water storage container (12), a steam generator (20) including a heating element(s) (20), a pump (30) for feeding water from the storage container (12) to the steam generator (20) and a fluid passage (42) for directing steam from the steam generator (20) to a cleaning head (55) of the apparatus (10). The apparatus includes further a device (40) for blocking the fluid passage (42) which is moveable between blocking and unblocking positions and a pressure relief valve (60). A further passage (62) connects the pressure relief valve (60) to the water storage container (12).
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Grove, Phil
Abstract
A surface cleaning apparatus including: a cleaning head having a body that defines a footprint to sit adjacent a surface to be cleaned; and a fluid storage container; wherein the cleaning head includes a nozzle configured for directing fluid from the storage container to a surface outside of the footprint of the body.
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Barrett, Edward Thomas George
Abstract
The present invention relates to an agitator assembly for use in a cleaning apparatus, the assembly including: an agitator comprising a body with a first and a second end, and a first alignment formation and a first securing formation at or adjacent the first end; and a drive member operable to impart rotation about a drive axis, and providing a second alignment formation adapted to cooperate with the first alignment formation, and a second securing formation adapted to engage the first securing formation; wherein relative axial movement of the agitator in a first direction towards the drive member causes contact between the first and second alignment formations; further relative axial movement of the agitator in the first direction causes relative rotation between the agitator and drive member; and yet further relative axial movement of the agitator in the first direction causes engagement between the first and second securing formations, substantially to prevent further relative rotational movement between the agitator and drive member.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Manning, Daragh
Holmes, Darren
Bennett, Samuel
Abstract
The present invention relates to a hard surface cleaning device (10) including: a surface-contacting assembly (12) having a suction opening (58); a body (14) providing a suction source (26) in fluid communication with the suction opening (58) for sucking a fluid mixture of liquid and air from a hard surface; a rotation assembly (42) mounted on the body (14) for rotation relative to the body (14), the rotation assembly (42) being rotationally fixed relative to the surface-contacting assembly (12), a separation chamber (45) in which liquid is separated from the fluid mixture, the separation chamber (45) providing a suction inlet (46) in fluid communication with the suction opening (58), a suction outlet (48) in fluid communication with the suction source (26), and a drainage outlet (50) for connection to a receptacle (16) for receiving liquid separated from the fluid mixture via the drainage outlet (50).
A47L 7/00 - Suction cleaners adapted for additional purposes; Tables with suction openings for cleaning purposes; Containers for cleaning articles by suction; Suction cleaners adapted to cleaning of brushes; Suction cleaners adapted to taking-up liquids
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Mciver, Justin, D.
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner includes a motor housing, a motor and fan assembly in communication with the motor housing, a housing forming a receptacle in fluid communication with the motor housing, and a filter assembly removably insertable into the receptacle. The filter assembly includes a filter supporting a filter. The filter assembly further includes a seal and a lock member movable relative to the tray between a locked position and an unlocked position. Movement of the lock member to the locked position engages the seal with the housing when the filter assembly is inserted in the receptacle.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Vail, Kevin
Quinn, Patrick, J.
Salo, Robert, A.
Bantum, John, R.
Phalen, Lucas, W.
Lovano, Gino, S.
Kettavong, Phonesacksith, G.
Noward, Brent
Wheaton, Kyle, J.
Abstract
A floor cleaning machine for cleaning a surface includes a body, a distribution nozzle supported by the body, and a supply tank assembly coupled to the body in fluid communication with the distribution nozzle. The floor cleaning machine is operable in a first mode to wash the surface and is operable in a second mode to sanitize the surface.
A47L 11/34 - Machines for treating carpets in position by liquid, foam, or vapour, e.g. by steam
A47L 11/29 - Floor-scrubbing machines characterised by means for taking-up dirty liquid
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
A47L 9/28 - Installation of the electric equipment, e.g. adaptation or attachment to the suction cleaner; Controlling suction cleaners by electric means
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Reindle, Mark
Reed, Brett
Abstract
A cleaning system comprising a rotor; an agitator; a rechargeable battery having a housing and at least two cells within the housing; a suction motor receiving power from the rechargeable battery, the suction motor coupled to the rotor; a brush motor receiving power from the rechargeable battery, the brush motor coupled to the agitator; a user-controlled switch configured to generate a user-activated signal in response to user manipulation; and a controller. The controller configured to output a first pulse-width modulated signal at a first duty cycle to control the suction motor, output a second pulse-width modulated signal at a second duty cycle to control the brush motor at a first speed, receive the user-activated signal, and upon receiving the user-activated signal, output the second pulse-width modulated signal at a third duty cycle to control the brush motor at a second speed.
A47L 9/04 - Nozzles with driven brushes or agitators
A47L 9/28 - Installation of the electric equipment, e.g. adaptation or attachment to the suction cleaner; Controlling suction cleaners by electric means
27.
DEBRIS COLLECTION DEVICE FOR BAGLESS VACUUM CLEANERS
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Morgan, Jeff
Lamb, Dennis
Myers, Steven
Hibbs, George, V.
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner that includes a base suction unit, an apparatus handle, and a main body having a debris collection device removably secured to the main body. The debris collection device includes a debris collection canister within which debris accumulates, a handle located on the debris collection canister, and an actuatable flapper located adjacent a collective debris release outlet from which accumulated debris is released from the debris collection canister, and a controlled tension apparatus that controls an angular range of movement of the flapper.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Morgan, Jeff
Lamb, Dennis
Myers, Steven
Hibbs, George, V.
Abstract
A light-weight suction base unit (10) for an upright cleaning apparatus includes a suction base body (20), a left base support (80) associated with the suction base body (20), so that there is a first gap (18) between a portion of the left base support (80) and a portion of the suction base body (20), a right base support (85) associated with the suction base body (20), so that there is a second gap (19) between a portion of the right base support (85) and a portion of the suction base body (20), and a brush roll cavity body (65)associated with the suction base body (20) to form a brush roll cavity (60) having a brush roll cavity intake (70) and a brush roll cavity discharge opening (75). A user is permitted to view a surface being cleaned through the first gap (18) and the second gap (19).
A47L 5/30 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle with driven dust-loosening tools, e.g. rotating brushes
A47L 9/04 - Nozzles with driven brushes or agitators
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Moshenrose, Paul
Abstract
A surface cleaning apparatus includes a handle, at least one electrical component, a suction source, a power source electrically connected to the at least one electrical component of the cleaning apparatus and the suction source for providing suction, a main body, and a debris receptacle removably secured to the main body. The debris receptacle includes an air ingress for receiving debris-laden air, an air egress for discharging cleaned air from the receptacle, and a receptacle wall that forms a peripheral boundary of the receptacle. At least one illumination source introduces light into the interior of the debris receptacle, and a suction base unit is in fluid communication with the suction source.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Wild, Matthew
Barrett, Edward
Marsden, Jennifer
Abstract
A surface treatment device comprising a body and a treatment head for treatment of a surface wherein at least a part of the treatment head is detachable from the body of the device, and replaceable by a treatment head or part of a different configuration from that of the first said head or part.
A47L 5/30 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle with driven dust-loosening tools, e.g. rotating brushes
A47L 9/04 - Nozzles with driven brushes or agitators
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
31.
VACUUM CLEANER INCLUDING A REMOVABLE CANISTER ASSEMBLY
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Henderson, Gregg, A.
Horvath, Jamie
Doerfler, Matthew, J.
Khalil, David
Pagoria, Chad
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner includes a base having a foot and a handle assembly pivotally coupled to the foot, and a canister assembly removably supported by the base. The vacuum cleaner also includes a first engagement member extending from one of the base and the canister assembly. The first engagement member engages the other of the base and the canister assembly to support the canister assembly on the base and inhibit the canister assembly from sliding side-to-side relative to the base. The vacuum cleaner further includes a second engagement member supported by one of the base and the canister assembly. The second engagement member engages the other of the base and the canister assembly to inhibit movement of the canister assembly away from the handle assembly when the canister assembly is supported on the base by the first engagement member.
A47L 5/22 - Structural features of suction cleaners with power-driven air-pumps or air-compressors, e.g. driven by motor vehicle engine vacuum with rotary fans
A47L 5/28 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle
32.
SURFACE CLEANER INCLUDING FORWARD-FACING LIQUID TANKS
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Pagoria, Chad
Charlton, Christopher, M.
Abstract
A surface cleaner including a base; a handle assembly coupled to the base and configured to move the base along a surface in at least a forward direction and a rearward direction; a steam generating device configured to receive water and generate steam; a nozzle disposed on the base and in fluid communication with the steam generating device, the nozzle configured to receive steam from the steam generating device and dispense the steam onto the surface; and a first and second supply tanks coupled to the handle assembly and adapted to contain first and second fluids, respectively, to be distributed onto the surface, each of the first and second supply tanks including forward-facing portions, wherein each of the forward-facing portions is at least partially transparent such that the first and second fluids within the first and second supply tanks, respectively, are visible from a front of the surface cleaner.
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Carter, Daniel
Abstract
A surface cleaning head for a steam cleaner, comprising a plurality of steam outlets spaced from one another on the cleaning head, for steam supplied from a steam generator, and a steam distributing device which receives the steam and supplies it to the outlets.
A47L 11/34 - Machines for treating carpets in position by liquid, foam, or vapour, e.g. by steam
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Carter, Daniel
Abstract
A steam cleaner comprising a cleaning head; means for supplying steam to the cleaning head to be emitted thereby; means for supplying a cleaning agent to the cleaning head to be emitted thereby; and control means for controlling the emission of steam and cleaning agent by the cleaning head; wherein the control means is operable to cause or permit the emission of cleaning agent by the cleaning head while the emission of steam from the cleaning head is at least substantially prevented.
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
A47L 11/34 - Machines for treating carpets in position by liquid, foam, or vapour, e.g. by steam
35.
CHASSIS FOR A SUCTION CLEANER, AND A SUCTION CLEANER INCLUDING SUCH A CHASSIS
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Irfan, Mohammed
Abstract
Chassis (20) for a suction cleaner (10), and a suction cleaner (10) including such a chassis (20) A chassis (20) for a vacuum cleaner (10) including a duct portion (40) affording a passage for suction airflow of the cleaner (10).
A47L 5/36 - Suction cleaners with hose between nozzle and casing; Suction cleaners for fixing on staircases; Suction cleaners for carrying on the back
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Liu, Andrew, Q.
Roberts, Susan, S.
Kostreba, Steven, W.
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner (100) includes a foot (105), a handle (110) pivotally attached to the foot (105), a suction source (135), and a display (195) disposed on one of the handle (110) and the foot (105). The foot (105) includes a suction nozzle (130). The handle (110) is pivotal relative to the foot (105) about an axis of rotation (115). The suction source (135) is in fluid communication with the suction nozzle (130). The display (195) is for displaying content in a first orientation relative to the display (195) and a second orientation relative to the display (195) based on the position of the handle (110) relative to the foot (105). The second orientation is different than the first orientation.
A47L 9/28 - Installation of the electric equipment, e.g. adaptation or attachment to the suction cleaner; Controlling suction cleaners by electric means
A47L 5/30 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle with driven dust-loosening tools, e.g. rotating brushes
A surface cleaning device having a steering assembly is provided. The surface cleaning device includes a foot, a handle assembly with a user manipulated handle, and a steering assembly coupling the handle assembly to the foot. The steering assembly defines an open path between the handle assembly and the foot and includes a means for biasing the foot with respect to the handle assembly. Movement of the handle assembly stores energy within the biasing means so that the biasing means exerts a corresponding force on the foot.
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Krondorfer, Harald
Paliobeis, Steven, J.
Salo, Robert, A.
Quinn, Patrick
Vail, Kevin
Macleod, Euan
Abstract
An extractor cleaning machine that includes a base movable along a surface to be cleaned, the base including a distribution nozzle and a suction nozzle. The extractor further includes a suction source in fluid communication with the suction nozzle. A recovery tank is in fluid communication with the suction source and the suction nozzle to receive the fluid drawn through the suction nozzle. The extractor further includes a supply tank including a first chamber for storing a first fluid, a second chamber for storing a second fluid, and a third chamber in fluid communication with the first chamber and the second chamber to receive the first and second fluids, the third chamber also in fluid communication with the distribution nozzle for supplying a mixture of the first and second fluids to the distribution nozzle
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Tyler, Jake
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner comprising a dust-bag-housing 104 made of paper, preferably card board housing panels 104a. Thus, the vacuum cleaner is environmentally friendly, having recyclable parts in place of some typical plastic parts, and is also capable of muffling the noise of vacuum generation.
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Irfan, Mohammed
Abstract
An arrangement for supporting a wheel for rotation about an axis, comprising a wheel carrier part having an at least partially annular carrier formation extending therefrom generally in the direction of the axis, a wheel encircling at least part of the carrier formation and a retaining member releasably engaging the carrier part and affording a bearing surface with which a complementary bearing surface of the wheel co-operates to support the wheel for said rotation.
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Williams, Thomas
Waters, Richard David
Abstract
A suction cleaner comprising a source of suction, for creating a suction airflow and a separator upstream of the source of suction, for separating and retaining entrained matter from the suction airflow, wherein the separator is adapted for separation of wet material from the suction airflow, the cleaner has a reservoir for liquid and there is a liquid delivery device for delivering the liquid into the suction airflow which enters the separator.
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
A47L 7/00 - Suction cleaners adapted for additional purposes; Tables with suction openings for cleaning purposes; Containers for cleaning articles by suction; Suction cleaners adapted to cleaning of brushes; Suction cleaners adapted to taking-up liquids
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Marsden, Jennifer Kathryn
Williams, Rowan
Abstract
A suction cleaner (60) comprising a body (50); a compartment (42) for accommodating a dust collection bag (44); and a source of suction (32) for causing suction airflow into a bag in the compartment, wherein the source of suction is disposed at least partially beneath the compartment and communicates therewith by a passage (46) which extends from an upper region of the compartment.
A47L 5/36 - Suction cleaners with hose between nozzle and casing; Suction cleaners for fixing on staircases; Suction cleaners for carrying on the back
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
A47L 9/14 - Bags or the like; Attachment of, or closures for, bags
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Charlton, Christopher, M.
Abstract
A steam surface cleaner operable to clean a surface, and the steam surface cleaner includes a supply tank configured to retain a cleaning fluid, a base including a dispensing nozzle in fluid communication with the supply tank to dispense the cleaning fluid from the supply tank and onto the surface, a handle configured to move the base along the surface, a heater operable to heat the cleaning fluid to generate steam such that the cleaning fluid dispensed from the dispensing nozzle includes steam, and a cleaning pad coupled to the base for movement with the base and such that the cleaning pad is configured to directly contact the surface. The cleaning pad includes an aperture that allows the cleaning fluid to flow from the dispensing nozzle, through the aperture, and onto the surface.
A47L 11/34 - Machines for treating carpets in position by liquid, foam, or vapour, e.g. by steam
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Charlton, Christopher, M.
Kettavong, Phonesacksith, G.
Abstract
A steam cleaner that includes a cleaning tool having a first cleaning surface configured to contact the surface being cleaned and a second cleaning surface configured to contact the surface being cleaned. The steam cleaner further includes a coupling operable to removably couple the cleaning tool and a conduit. The coupling includes a locking member movable from an engaged position to a disengaged position. The cleaning tool is coupled to the conduit for movement with the conduit when the locking member is in the engaged position and the cleaning tool is removable from the conduit when the locking member is in the disengaged position. The coupling further includes an actuator manually movable from a locked position to an unlocked position to move the locking member from the engaged position to the disengaged position, and a biasing member that biases the actuator toward the locked position.
A47L 11/34 - Machines for treating carpets in position by liquid, foam, or vapour, e.g. by steam
A47L 11/40 - Parts or details of machines not provided for in groups , or not restricted to one of these groups, e.g. handles, arrangements of switches, skirts, buffers or levers
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Makarov, Sergey, V.
Kawolics, Raymond, P.
Charlton, Christopher, M.
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner including a dirt cup assembly including a first stage cyclonic separator operable to at least partially separate debris from an airflow, a second stage cyclonic separator downstream from the first stage cyclonic separator and operable to at least partially separate the debris from the airflow, a container having a sidewall that at least partially defines the first stage cyclonic separator, and a shroud having a lower perforated portion located within the container, and an upper portion that surrounds and receives the second stage cyclonic separator. The upper portion is located outside of the first container such that the upper portion forms an outside wall of the dirt cup above the sidewall of the container. The shroud further includes an intermediate portion between the lower portion and the upper portion, and the intermediate portion is coupled to the sidewall of the first container.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Kegg, Steven, W.
Abstract
A motor-fan assembly for a vacuum cleaner configured to remove debris from a surface. The motor-fan assembly includes a fan, a motor including an output shaft coupled to the fan, the motor operable to rotate the fan, and a diffuser. The diffuser includes a disc, a wall that surrounds the disc, and a plurality of vanes that are coupled to an outer surface of the wall and extend radially outward from the outer surface of the wall.
A vacuum cleaner having a specific ratio of wheel diameter to wheel separation distance in addition to a u-shaped yoke operably coupled to an axle, thus giving the vacuum cleaner a zero turn radius allowing the user to more easily and efficiently operate and maneuver the vacuum cleaner. The vacuum cleaner may also include one or more vacuum cleaner components disposed between the wheels.
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
A47L 9/26 - Incorporation of winding devices for electric cables
A47L 5/28 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Davis, Josh
Mauer, Edgar
Jensen, Jeffrey
Bo, Deng
Bin, Yang Ying
Abstract
A shredder includes a shredder housing with a top head and a shredder mechanism receptacle. The top head has at least a first slot for receiving articles to be shredded. The shredder mechanism receptacle is connected to the top head for receiving a cutting assembly capable of shredding paper. A safety device is disposed in the shredder housing. The safety device includes a slot guard and gear system for selectively blocking the first slot.
B02C 18/28 - Disintegrating by knives or other cutting or tearing members which chop material into fragments; Mincing machines or similar apparatus using worms or the like with spiked cylinders
B02C 18/30 - Mincing machines with perforated discs and feeding worms
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Henderson, Gregg, A.
Abstract
A surface cleaning device having a steering assembly is provided. The surface cleaning device includes a foot, a handle assembly with a user manipulated handle, and a steering assembly coupling the handle assembly to the foot. The steering assembly includes a means for biasing the foot with respect to the handle assembly. Movement of the handle assembly stores energy within the biasing means so that the biasing means exerts a corresponding force on the foot.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Makarov, Sergey, V.
Rukavina, Douglas, M.
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner includes a cyclonic chamber having an inlet for introducing airflow for circulation around a central axis of the cyclonic chamber. A filter chamber is positioned downstream of the cyclonic chamber and has a wall. A filter is positioned in the filter chamber. An exhaust tube extends along the central axis into the cyclonic chamber. The exhaust tube includes an inlet portion receiving the airflow from the cyclonic chamber and an outlet portion directing the airflow toward the filter chamber and the filter. The filter is in close proximity to the outlet portion. The cross-sectional area of the outlet portion increases in the downstream direction to reduce the speed of the airflow passing into the filter chamber and to evenly distribute the airflow passing through the outlet opening across the filter.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Charlton, Christopher, M.
Kawolics, Raymond, P.
Abstract
A dirt cup for a vacuum cleaner including a container, a tube, a lid, a first chamber, a second chamber, and a seal. The container includes an open bottom end. The lid is coupled to the container. The lid includes an aperture that extends through the lid. The lid is movable between a closed position where the lid covers the open bottom end and an open position for emptying the container through the open bottom end. The seal is coupled to the lid and includes a flange and a post that extends from the flange. The post extends into the aperture of the lid to couple the seal to the lid. The seal is positioned between the lid and the tube when the lid is in the closed position to inhibit airflow between the first chamber and the second chamber.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Chaney, David
Abstract
An extractor cleaning machine includes a base or foot, a handle pivotally coupled to the foot, and a suction source in fluid communication with a suction nozzle on the foot. A distributor is in fluid communication with a distribution nozzle on the foot and is operable to distribute a cleaning fluid to the surface through the distribution nozzle. A recovery tank is removably coupled to the foot and is in fluid communication with the suction source. The recovery tank receives and stores the fluid and dirt drawn through the suction nozzle when the recovery tank is in an operating position. A recovery tank handle is formed as a single unitary component with a recovery tank lid to allow a user to uncouple the recovery tank from the foot to empty the recovery tank. The recovery tank also includes a pour spout.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Paliobeis, Steven, J.
Salo, Robert, A.
Abstract
An extractor cleaning machine includes a supply tank assembly having a first tank and a second tank. The first tank is in fluid communication with a distributor. The first tank has a rigid body defining a first storage chamber for storing a first cleaning fluid and supplying the first cleaning fluid to the distributor. The second tank is positioned within the first storage chamber of the first tank in fluid communication with the distributor. The second tank has a rigid body defining a second storage chamber for receiving a second cleaning fluid and supplying the second cleaning fluid to the distributor. At least a portion of the rigid body of the second tank defines a boundary of the first storage chamber to separate the first cleaning fluid and the second cleaning fluid.
An extractor cleaning machine including a base or foot movable along a surface to be cleaned and a handle pivotally coupled to the foot for movement between an upright position and a reclined position. The handle includes a tank tray having an inlet and a drain. A channel communicates with the drain and extends away from the tank tray. A distributor communicates with the inlet and is operable to distribute cleaning fluid to the surface. A supply tank is removably coupled to the handle and has an outlet in fluid communication with the inlet when the supply tank is coupled to the handle. The supply tank is at least partially supported by the tank tray and the tank tray is configured to collect fluid spilt from the supply tank and to divert the fluid away from the tank tray by way of the channel.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Louis, Jeffrey, S.
Chaney, David
Krondofer, Harald
Rich, Ron
Salo, Robert, A.
Paliobeis, Steven, J.
Quinn, Patrick, J.
Vail, Kevin
Abstract
An extractor cleaning machine includes a base having a distribution nozzle and a suction nozzle, a suction source in fluid communication with the suction nozzle, a recovery tank removably coupled to the base and having a recovery tank handle, an extractor handle pivotally coupled to the base, and a supply tank coupled to the extractor handle for pivotal movement with the extractor handle with respect to the base. At least a portion of the supply tank is positioned above and over the recovery tank in a direction normal to a surface to be cleaned when the extractor handle is in an upright storage position. The supply tank is in fluid communication with the distribution nozzle to supply cleaning fluid to the distribution nozzle. The extractor cleaning machine is liftable by the recovery tank handle when the extractor handle is in the upright storage position.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Louis, Jeffrey, S.
Quinn, Patrick, J.
Paliobeis, Steven, J.
Salo, Robert, A.
Bantum, John
Abstract
An extractor-type surface cleaning machine includes a base or foot having a suction nozzle and a handle that is pivotally coupled to the foot and moveable between upright and inclined positions. The recovery tank is removably securable to the foot and fluidly communicates with the suction nozzle and the accessory. The recovery tank defines a collection chamber and a passage having an inlet in communication with the suction nozzle and an outlet. A valve member is moveable between a closed position substantially covering the outlet and an open position. Movement of the handle to the upright position moves the valve member to the closed position to block the passage during cleaning with the accessory hose. Movement of the handle to the inclined position allows movement of the valve member to the open position so that suction from the collection chamber is communicated to the suction nozzle for floor cleaning.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Gordon, Evan, A.
Bantum, John, R.
Abstract
An extractor cleaning machine includes a base or foot having a distribution nozzle and a suction nozzle. A suction source fiuidly communicates with the suction nozzle, and a distributor fiuidly communicates with the distribution nozzle. The distributor delivers cleaning fluid to the distribution nozzle and has first and second non-zero operating speeds. A first manually operable actuator associated with the distributor changes the distributor from the first operating speed to the second operating speed. The distributor also includes a third non-zero operating speed, and a second manually operable actuator associated with the distributor changes the distributor from the second operating speed to the third operating speed.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Louis, Jeffrey, S.
Chaney, David
Krondorfer, Harald
Abstract
An extractor cleaning machine including a base or foot moveable along a surface to be cleaned, and a handle pivotally coupled to the foot and moveable between an upright storage position and an inclined operating position. The cleaning machine also includes a recovery tank insertable into a space between the foot and the handle. The handle is positioned directly over at least a portion of the recovery tank when the handle is in the upright storage position, and the recovery tank is removable from the space while the handle is in the upright storage position.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Pilch, Alan
Davis, Josh
Abstract
A shredder includes a cutting assembly capable of shredding paper mounted in a shredder housing and a detector mechanism capable of shutting off the cutting assembly in response to detecting a force applied to the cutting assembly.
B02C 18/06 - Disintegrating by knives or other cutting or tearing members which chop material into fragments; Mincing machines or similar apparatus using worms or the like with rotating knives
B02C 25/00 - Control arrangements specially adapted for crushing or disintegrating
B02C 23/00 - Auxiliary methods or auxiliary devices or accessories specially adapted for crushing or disintegrating not provided for in groups or not specially adapted to apparatus covered by one only of groups
A floor cleaner including a nozzle and a handle assembly pivotably mounted to the nozzle. The handle assembly including a handle, a motor housing supporting a suction source in fluid communication with the nozzle, and a bag housing defining a filter cavity. A door is removably coupled to the handle assembly and includes a retainer configured to secure a filter bag including a bag aperture to the door such that the door and the retainer are removable from the handle assembly as an assembly. The retainer includes a retainer handle positioned above the bag aperture.
A floor cleaner including a nozzle and a handle assembly pivotably mounted to the nozzle. The handle assembly including a handle, a motor housing supporting a suction source in fluid communication with the nozzle, and a bag housing. A door is removably coupled to the bag housing and includes a door handle and a filter bag retaining structure.
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
A47L 9/14 - Bags or the like; Attachment of, or closures for, bags
A vacuum cleaner including a handle and a base. The base includes a housing, a nozzle (30) defining an inlet of the vacuum cleaner, and a lift assembly (34) including a guide member configured to support the base on a surface. The vacuum further includes a height adjustment mechanism (84) including a knob (86) and a ramp (96). The knob is operable to rotate the ramp with respect to the housing, and the lift assembly is coupled to the ramp such that the lift assembly moves along the ramp to move the inlet from the lower position to the upper position in response to rotation of the ramp by the knob. The ramp includes a first end (98) that defines a lower position of the inlet and a second end (100) that defines an upper position of the inlet, and the ramp has a continuous incline from the first end to the second end.
A47L 5/34 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle with height adjustment of nozzles or dust-loosening tools
A47L 9/04 - Nozzles with driven brushes or agitators
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Waters, Richard
Grove, Philip
Abstract
A dust receptacle for a vacuum cleaner, the receptacle including a dust collection chamber having an inlet for dust, the dust inlet being in communication with an air flow to a source of suction and a pressing apparatus, including a pressing member moveable within the chamber for contacting dust therein; a hollow extendible element operable on the pressing member to move same within the chamber, the extendible element being operable to extend in response to the establishment in its interior of an air pressure higher than that within the chamber and to which its exterior is subject, and to contract when its interior is not subject to the higher air pressure, wherein the extendible element is subject to the higher interior air pressure at intervals which higher pressure is then relieved, to cause successive extension and contraction of the extendible element while the cleaner is operating.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Groff, Timothy
Pajak, Greg
Gee, Jack, W., Ii.
Chick, Andrew
Khalil, David
Abstract
A handheld vacuum cleaner including an inlet, an outlet, and a dust cup having an aperture. The dust cup is in fluid communication with the inlet and the outlet and is configured to retain debris collected by the handheld vacuum cleaner. A fan is configured to draw air through the inlet and the dust cup and to discharge air through the outlet. A door is adjacent to the dust cup and includes the inlet. The door is movable between an open position to allow a user to empty the debris collected within the dust cup through the aperture of the dust cup and a closed position to inhibit debris from being emptied through the aperture of the dust cup and to allow debris to be collected through the inlet and through the aperture of the dust cup. A biasing member configured to bias the door toward the open position.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Frackowiak, Steven
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner including a nozzle, an air conduit including a projecting tube, a suction source positioned to provide a flow of dirty air, a bag docking assembly, and a filter bag coupled to the bag carrier. The bag docking assembly includes a main body mounted to the air conduit. A bag carrier is configured to engage the main body and configured to move between a first position and a second position. A lever is coupled to the main body and the bag carrier and the lever is configured to move the bag carrier between the first position and the second position. The bag docking assembly is configured such that when the bag carrier is in the first position, the filter bag is not engaged with the projecting tube and when the bag carrier is in the second position, the filter bag is engaged with the projecting tube.
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
A47L 5/28 - Suction cleaners with handles and nozzles fixed on the casings, e.g. wheeled suction cleaners with steering handle
A47L 9/14 - Bags or the like; Attachment of, or closures for, bags
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Bilek, Greg
Cotsmire, David
Louis, Jeff
Kintz, Ronald
Thomas, Kevin
Abstract
An agitator arrangement for a floor cleaning machine is disclosed including various multi-agitator configurations or one agitator configuration with a plurality of brushes with bristle bundles for rotation of the brushes about an approximate vertical axis with a plurality of stationary downwardly projecting, bristle bundles arranged in at least one row approximately side by side with or without an offset. In particular, agitator assemblies having multiple brushes that rotate in approximately a horizontal and approximately a vertical axis or that rotate at different speeds and torque. Other configurations may include multi-row multiple vertical axis agitators.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Khalil, David
Collins, David
Ponikvar, Suzanne
Pajak, Greg
Butts, Mark
Cheong, Louis, Yip, Yuen
Zhang, Jian, Hua
Abstract
An electric vacuum cleaner with improved broom-like feel in sweeping includes a head and a handle. Batteries are provided in the handle and a suction motor/fan assembly, as well as a dirt cup, are provided in the head of the broom. There is a side entry of the dirt cup into the head of the unit. Pivotally mounted to the dirt cup is a filter assembly. The head of the dirt cup includes a flexible nozzle.
TECHTRONIC FLOOR CARE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (Virgin Islands (British))
Inventor
Maurer, Edgar, A.
Stayer, Jack, S., Jr.
Abstract
A vacuum cleaner includes a floor engaging portion and a handle portion pivotally mounted to the floor engaging portion. The handle portion includes an input device. An agitator is rotatably mounted in the floor engaging portion to agitate a floor surface being cleaned. A first motor has an output shaft and an agitator belt selectively drivingly connecting the motor to the agitator. A tensioning arm pivotally mounts to the floor engaging portion for motion between an agitator-on position in which the tensioning arm engages the agitator belt, to place the agitator belt under tension whereby the agitator belt drives the agitator, and an agitator-off position in which the tensioning arm does not engage the agitator belt to place the agitator belt in a slack condition whereby the agitator belt does not drive the agitator.
A47L 9/00 - DOMESTIC WASHING OR CLEANING; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL - Details or accessories of suction cleaners, e.g. mechanical means for controlling the suction or for effecting pulsating action; Storing devices specially adapted to suction cleaners or parts thereof; Carrying-vehicles specially adapted for suction cleaners
F16H 7/08 - Means for varying tension of belts, ropes, or chains