Cleaning system

摘要

A cleaning system for retaining a cleaning member such as a sponge or mop-head in a compressed and compacted state prior to use. The cleaning system generally includes one or more cleaning cartridges, each of which include a base, a cleaning member secured to the base, and an outer covering compressing the cleaning member. Upon removal of the outer covering, the cleaning member will expand and be ready for use. Also disclosed is a dispensing unit adapted to store, activate, use and dispose of the cleaning cartridges. The dispensing unit includes a nozzle which retains the outermost cleaning cartridge in a position partially extending through an outlet opening awaiting use. The dispensing unit may include a telescoping handle so that it may be converted for use as a mop.

主权项

1. A cleaning mop system, comprising:
a dispenser, wherein said dispenser includes a first end and a second end; a telescopic handle secured to an outer surface of said dispenser via one or more brackets, wherein said telescopic handle extends parallel to said dispenser; a plurality of cleaning cartridges positioned within said dispenser, wherein said plurality of cleaning cartridges includes an outermost cleaning cartridge positioned adjacent said first end of said dispenser; a nozzle positioned at said first end of said dispenser; and an outer sleeve slidably positioned over said nozzle, wherein said outer sleeve is operable in a first position to retain said nozzle in a closed state to secure said outermost cleaning cartridge partially within said nozzle and wherein said outer sleeve is operable in a second position to release said nozzle to dispense said outermost cleaning cartridge.