Assignee: Bissell Inc.

Location: GrandRapids, MI
No. of patents: 61

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5970558	Floor sweeper A sweeper comprising a housing, at least one drawer, and at least one brush rotatably mounted to the housing for sweeping debris into the drawer. The housing forms an opening for removably mounting the drawer for movement between an open and a closed posi...	10/26/1999
5937475	Water extraction cleaning machine with variable solution mixing valve The invention relates to a water extraction cleaning machine having a variable solution mixing valve adapted to create cleaning solution mixtures of variable constituent ratios. Clean water and detergent are provided from tanks supported on the water extr...	08/17/1999
5906024	Nozzle lift and adjustment mechanism for an upright vacuum cleaner The invention disclosed herein relates to an improved vacuum cleaner comprising a foot, a handle pivotally mounted to the foot, and a vacuum motor mounted to one of the handle and the foot. The foot has a suction inlet fluidly connected to the vacuum moto...	05/25/1999
5896617	Water extraction cleaning machine with nesting tank assembly An upright water extraction cleaning machine having an assembly of tanks efficiently stored on and interconnected to the machine is shown. The tank assembly has at least two tanks nested with one another and having one-way valve mechanisms on the bottom t...	04/27/1999
5884679	Solution dispensing bottle assembly A solution dispensing bottle assembly adapted for snap-locking to a water extraction cleaning machine is shown. The bottle assembly includes a bottle having a tapered neck with an adapter telescopically mounted on the tapered neck. The adapter includes a ...	03/23/1999
5836046	Portable water extraction cleaner A water extraction cleaner comprises a system for delivering clean solution to a surface to be cleaned, a system for extracting dirty solution and air from such a surface, and a housing supporting the delivery system and the extraction system. The housing...	11/17/1998
5819365	Window washing accessory cleaning tool for use with water extraction cleaning machine A window washing accessory cleaning tool adapted for use with a water extraction cleaning machine has a solution spray nozzle integrated therewith and a combination suction and scrubbing head rotatably mounted with respect to the solution spray nozzle. Th...	10/13/1998
5813087	Spray nozzle for use with water extraction cleaning machine Spray nozzles are frequently used for distributing pressurized fluid onto a surface to be cleaned. The spray nozzle according to the invention is ideally suited for use with a water extraction cleaning machine and for distributing a fan-shaped spray patte...	09/29/1998
5799362	Multi-use water extraction cleaning system and method for using the same The invention comprises a cleaning apparatus having interchangeable cleaning solution supply reservoirs, a fluid pump, a vacuum fan, and a removable recovery tank, all cooperatively arranged in a housing of a unique compact design. The cleaning apparatus ...	09/01/1998
5735017	Compact wet/dry vacuum cleaner with flexible bladder A vacuum cleaner for cleaning a surface is disclosed. The vacuum cleaner comprises a main housing including a tank chamber, a motor-blower assembly for creating a vacuum, a recovery tank disposed within the tank chamber for storing contaminated liquid, a ...	04/07/1998
5715566	Cleaning machine with a detachable cleaning module A multi-use cleaning machine capable of use as an upright machine or as a detachable cleaning module is disclosed. A detachable cleaning module is selectively mounted to the foot and support member of an upright machine. The cleaning module includes the m...	02/10/1998
5655255	Water extractor and nozzle therefor A water extractor and nozzle for spraying fluid in an even distribution across a predetermined area. The nozzle comprises a tubular body with an axial fluid channel, which intersects a nozzle opening through which the fluid is sprayed onto the surface bei...	08/12/1997
5632060	Vacuum cleaner with agitation member drive belt access panel A vacuum cleaner having access panel selectively mounted thereto is shown. The access panel encloses a belt utilized to interconnect the agitation member and the drive shaft for the motor to rotate the agitation member. The access panel has a mounting fla...	05/27/1997
5613272	Accessory crevice tool for use with water extraction cleaning machine An accessory crevice cleaning tool adapted for use with a water extraction cleaning machine has a solution spray nozzle integrated therewith and a tapered, rectangular nozzle opening which does not exceed the diameter of the hose and grip tube. The spray ...	03/25/1997
5560074	Convertible vacuum cleaner A convertible vacuum cleaner operable in both on-the-floor and above-the-floor cleaning operations is shown. Depending upon the location of the handle which is pivotally supported by the vacuum foot, a conversion valve interconnected to the handle automat...	10/01/1996
5544385	Filter bag mounting assembly for a vacuum cleaner A vacuum cleaner filter bag mounting assembly comprises a bag mounting member having a fixed plate which is secured to a housing of a vacuum cleaner and a hinge plate which is pivotally mounted to the fixed plate through a living hinge. A channel is forme...	08/13/1996
5542147	Spray suction and agitator control and deep cleaning machine A deep cleaning/vacuum machine wherein the housing is provided with three separate switches for an agitator (brush), a suction motor, and a cleaning liquid pump. The switches may be conventional switches....	08/06/1996
5524321	Vacuum Cleaner with a detachable vacuum module A multi-use vacuum cleaner capable of use as an upright vacuum or as a detachable vacuum module is disclosed. A detachable vacuum module is selectively mounted to the foot and support member of an upright vacuum cleaner. The vacuum module includes the vac...	06/11/1996
5511282	Motor mounting arrangement and method for a vacuum cleaner An arrangement for mounting a motor and fan unit to a support chassis within a vacuum cleaner housing includes a support structure defining an opening for receiving a first mounting portion on a back end of the motor and fan unit, a support member having ...	04/30/1996
5489258	Multi-position body support A multi-position body support, commonly known as a stander, supports a user in either a prone or supine orientation at any position from a substantially horizontal position to a substantially standing or vertical position. The multi-position body support ...	02/06/1996
5483726	Combination vacuum cleaner and water extractor power foot A multi-use power foot suitable for use for both dry vacuum cleaning and water extraction procedures is disclosed. The power foot has a dry suction chamber in fluid communication with an outlet and a water suction chamber in fluid communication with the o...	01/16/1996
5459901	Hose and wand assembly for water extraction machine The water extraction machine according to the invention provides a quick connect system for mounting one end of a solution tube and vacuum hose to the water extraction machine housing and a simple and efficient means for conveying solution from the housin...	10/24/1995
5455984	Cleaning machine and control switch therefor A switch and connector for selectively creating an electrical circuit between a motor mounted in a power foot and a combination vacuum cleaning/water extraction machine is disclosed. The motor mounted in the power foot drives an agitation member rotativel...	10/10/1995
5398373	Combination vacuum cleaner and water extractor power foot A multi-use power foot suitable for use for both dry vacuum cleaning and water extraction procedures is disclosed. The power foot has a dry suction chamber in fluid communication with an outlet and a water suction chamber in fluid communication with the o...	03/21/1995
5379483	Vacuum cleaner having a tool attached to the nozzle A vacuum cleaner convertible between a hand-held vacuum and a stick-type vacuum including a housing having a rondure first end and narrowing to a generally oblate, low profile nozzle at a second end, defining an opening in fluid communication with an inte...	01/10/1995
5355549	Diverter valve for vacuum cleaner apparatus A vacuum diverter valve for a vacuum cleaner is located in a generally cylindrical valve housing with a vacuum outlet and first and second inlets circumferentially placed thereabout. The valve slideably engages the valve housing, and an interior wall on t...	10/18/1994
5337443	Vacuum cleaner A vacuum cleaner convertible between a hand-held vacuum and a stick-type vacuum including a housing having a rondure first end and narrowing to a generally oblate, low profile nozzle at a second end, defining an opening in fluid communication with an inte...	08/16/1994
5309600	Vacuum cleaner with a detachable vacuum module A multi-use vacuum capable of use as an upright vacuum or as a canister vacuum is disclosed. A detachable vacuum module is selectively mounted to the foot and support member of an upright vacuum. The vacuum module includes the vacuum motor, motor-driven f...	05/10/1994
5297312	Cleaning appliance with agitation member mounting bracket A floor cleaning appliance having a pivotally mounted bracket for selectively tensioning an agitation motor drive belt is disclosed. The appliance includes a housing and a bracket pivotally mounted to the housing about a first axis of rotation. The bracke...	03/29/1994
5289611	Extractor with manual priming pump An extractor having a cleaning solution line which extends from the solution tank to a non-self-priming pump and to the normally closed valve which controls the flow of liquid on to the cleaning head. The extractor uses a manually operated priming pump to...	03/01/1994
5237720	Carpet extractor with bucket caddy A liquid extraction surface cleaning apparatus having a cleaning solution tank and a recovery tank held in a floor-supported carriage with the tanks having sidewalls extending above the carriage. A housing which contains a suction fan, a suction chamber, ...	08/24/1993
5208935	Carpet sweeper A manually operated carpet sweeper which can be assembled and disassembled without the need of tools. The sweeper has a frame which supports front and rear wheels, a cleaning brush and a dirtpan, all of which are fastened to the frame by finger operable l...	05/11/1993
5148569	Debris impeller The specification discloses an impeller for cleaning devices. A plurality of impeller segments are slipped over a twisted flat wire to provide the impeller. Each of the impeller segments preferably includes a plurality of paddles, and a central section wi...	09/22/1992
5146647	Carpet extractor with bucket caddy A liquid extraction surface cleaning apparatus having a cleaning solution tank and a recovery tank held in a floor-supported carriage with the tanks having sidewalls extending above the carriage. A housing which contains a suction fan, a suction chamber, ...	09/15/1992
5087018	Fluid flow control valve A fluid flow control valve according to the invention includes a base, a valve member, a trigger member and attachment means for attaching the trigger member to the valve member. The base includes a generally horizontal throat and a flange having an upwar...	02/11/1992
5086537	Compact extractor The present invention is a surface cleaning liquid extractor for vacuum cleaning a surface. The extractor has an open top recovery tank, a housing which seats upon the recovery tank and a convenient carrying handle which latches the housing and the recove...	02/11/1992
5079802	Suction hose attachment clip and vacuum cleaning device using same The present invention is a suction hose clip for connecting an accessory hose, an accessory cable or the like to the suction hose of a vacuum cleaning device. The clip is generally ring-shaped with an open side defining two opposing ends. The clip has an ...	01/14/1992
5071012	Vacuum cleaner/extractor accessory caddy A wall mountable vacuum accessories caddy has a generally planar front surface with a rearwardly projecting perimeter flange and forwardly projecting arms for releasably receiving and supporting vacuum accessories. In one aspect of the invention, the cadd...	12/10/1991
5016315	Floor cleaning device with improved handle grip A carpet sweeper, vacuum cleaner or other upright floor cleaning device includes a base unit (2) and a handle (6) freely pivoted on the base unit for translation over a floor (3). The handle pivots in a vertical plane (9) extending transverse to the base ...	05/21/1991
4910828	Cleaning apparatus A cleaning apparatus which is of a compact construction to facilitate easy manipulation and portability includes a housing enclosing a fluid pump and a vacuum fan and mounting upon opposite sides a recovery tank and a stowage panel. The stowage panel is a...	03/27/1990

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