Multi-function vacuum cleaner accessory
OwnerJesus Fernandez-Grandizo Martinezinventor
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Abstract
A multiple-function cleaning accessory for a vacuum cleaner including a nozzle and a cleaning element incorporating a squeegee and a brush. The cleaning element may be oriented and removably secured to the nozzle such that either a brush member or a squeegee member extends form an opening in the nozzle for contacting a working surface. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b).
Claims16
A multiple-function vacuum cleaner accessory comprising:
- a nozzle defining an opening, and;
- a cleaning element including a brush member and a squeegee member, the cleaning element being removably secured to the nozzle such that one of the brush member and the squeegee member extends out of the opening, and the other of the brush member and the squeegee member extends within the nozzle.
The vacuum cleaner accessory of claim 11 wherein the outer wall includes a slot formed therein and the detent member projects into the slot.
The vacuum cleaner accessory of claim 12 wherein a free end of the detent member is recessed from an edge of the outer wall.
A cleaning element for removable securement to a nozzle of a vacuum cleaner assembly comprising:
- a brush member;
- and
- a squeegee member coupled to the brush member,
- wherein one of the brush member and the squeegee member is positionable for engagement with a working surface with the cleaning element secured to the nozzle.
The cleaning element of claim 14 further including a plurality of latch members for removably securing the cleaning element to the nozzle.
The cleaning element of claim 14 wherein the brush member extends along substantially an entire length of the cleaning element.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.