Abstract: A wand override tool adapted to couple with a hose of an extraction cleaner including a suction source includes a housing defining a first end and a second end. The first end connects with the hose and the second end connects with a wand. A cleaning solution reservoir is carried by the housing. A fluid delivery conduit can be disposed at the second end fluidly coupling the wand override tool and the wand when the wand is fully inserted within the housing of the wand override tool.

Abstract: A pet bathing system for use with a surface cleaning apparatus is provided and includes at least a wand override tool to allow for an easy-to-use pet bathing system. The system can be used for the bathing of pets via the application and subsequent extraction of liquid. The wand override tool includes a cleaning solution reservoir and couplers adapted to be coupled with a surface cleaning apparatus having a suction source and a cleaning fluid source and with a hand tool.

Abstract: A device for switching in and out a start winding of a single phase AC motor using an energizer winding to generate voltage which can be used to power a simple timing switch circuit. The AC voltage is rectified and converted to DC voltage. The DC voltage is then used to drive a normally closed solid state switch to an open state which in turn inactivates a triac connected to the start winding in the motor. The “on time” of the start winding is controlled by a RC circuit that ramps the voltage to the gate of a FET that drives current through the normally closed solid state switch.

Abstract: A pet bathing system for use with a surface cleaning apparatus is provided and includes at least a wand override tool to allow for an easy-to-use pet bathing system. The system can be used for the bathing of pets via the application and subsequent extraction of liquid. The wand override tool includes a cleaning solution reservoir and couplers adapted to be coupled with a surface cleaning apparatus having a suction source and a cleaning fluid source and with a hand tool.

Abstract: A pet bathing system for use with a surface cleaning apparatus is provided and includes at least a wand override tool to allow for an easy-to-use pet bathing system. The system can be used for the bathing of pets via the application and subsequent extraction of liquid. The wand override tool includes a cleaning solution reservoir and couplers adapted to be coupled with a surface cleaning apparatus having a suction source and a cleaning fluid source and with a hand tool.

Abstract: A sump pump system with a sump pump, a sump pump electrical cord connected to the sump pump, and a housing that is secured in line with, and an integral component of, the sump pump electrical cord. An electronic controller is located within the housing and comprises sensors, processors, a switch, and audible and visual alarms and indicators, wherein the switch and visual alarms and indicators are located on a face of the housing.

Abstract: A grout cleaning tool includes a grout cleaning tape. The grout cleaning tape can be provided as a replaceable grout cleaning cartridge containing a supply reel of grout cleaning tape that can be rolled across grout line grooves with an applicator roller. The grout cleaning tape can include a composition therein that is configured to be activated or enhanced by steam and transferred into the grout line to be cleaned when steam is applied to the tape.

Abstract: A grout cleaning tool includes a grout cleaning tape. The grout cleaning tape can be provided as a replaceable grout cleaning cartridge containing a supply reel of grout cleaning tape that can be rolled across grout line grooves with an applicator roller. The grout cleaning tape can include a composition therein that is configured to be activated or enhanced by steam and transferred into the grout line to be cleaned when steam is applied to the tape.

Abstract: A grout cleaning tool includes a grout cleaning tape. The grout cleaning tape can be provided as a replaceable grout cleaning cartridge containing a supply reel of grout cleaning tape that can be rolled across grout line grooves with an applicator roller. The grout cleaning tape can include a composition therein that is configured to be activated or enhanced by steam and transferred into the grout line to be cleaned when steam is applied to the tape.

Abstract: A cleaning pad for use with a surface cleaning appliance, such as a steam mop, includes a cleaning composition and at least one visually discernible indicator that alerts a user to the condition of the cleaning pad. The visually discernible indicator can change color as the cleaning composition is consumed.

Abstract: A pet bathing system for use with a surface cleaning apparatus is provided and includes at least a wand override tool to allow for an easy-to-use pet bathing system. The system can be used for the bathing of pets via the application and subsequent extraction of liquid. The wand override tool includes a cleaning solution reservoir and couplers adapted to be coupled with a surface cleaning apparatus having a suction source and a cleaning fluid source and with a hand tool.

Abstract: A surface cleaning apparatus includes a housing with an on-board hydrogen peroxide generator which produces a hydrogen peroxide solution in situ from fluid stored within an on-board supply tank of the surface cleaning apparatus, and further delivers the generated hydrogen peroxide solution to a cleaning pad attached to the housing of the surface cleaning apparatus.

Abstract: A surface cleaning apparatus includes a housing with an on-board hydrogen peroxide generator which produces a hydrogen peroxide solution in situ from fluid stored within an on-board supply tank of the surface cleaning apparatus, and further delivers the generated hydrogen peroxide solution to a cleaning pad attached to the housing of the surface cleaning apparatus.

Abstract: A package for delivering a cleaning solution to a surface to be cleaned includes a sealed packet having a cleaning solution therein with at least a portion of an outer lower surface thereof having at least one weakened, frangible area that is adapted to rupture when a predetermined pressure is applied to an upper surface of the packet. The cleaning solution in the packet can be discharged through the frangible areas when the packet is positioned on a surface and the predetermined pressure is applied to the packet to rupture the packet.

Abstract: A device for switching in and out a start winding of a single phase AC motor using an energizer winding to generate voltage which can be used to power a simple timing switch circuit. The AC voltage is rectified and converted to DC voltage. The DC voltage is then used to drive a normally closed solid state switch to an open state which in turn inactivates a triac connected to the start winding in the motor. The “on time” of the start winding is controlled by a RC circuit that ramps the voltage to the gate of a FET that drives current through the normally closed solid state switch.

Abstract: A surface cleaning apparatus includes a housing with an on-board reactive oxygen species generator which produces reactive oxygen species in situ from fluid stored within an on-board supply tank of the surface cleaning apparatus, and further delivers the generated reactive oxygen species to a cleaning pad attached to the housing of the surface cleaning apparatus.

Abstract: A grout cleaning tool includes a grout cleaning tape. The grout cleaning tape can be provided as a replaceable grout cleaning cartridge containing a supply reel of grout cleaning tape that can be rolled across grout line grooves with an applicator roller. The grout cleaning tape can include a composition therein that is configured to be activated or enhanced by steam and transferred into the grout line to be cleaned when steam is applied to the tape.

Abstract: A surface cleaning apparatus includes a cleaning pad and a grout cleaning tape. The grout cleaning tape can be provided as a replaceable grout cleaning cartridge containing a supply reel of grout cleaning tape that can be rolled across grout line grooves with an applicator roller. The grout cleaning tape can include a composition therein that is configured to be activated or enhanced by steam and transferred into the grout line to be cleaned when steam is applied to the tape.

Abstract: A sustainable system for refilling a pressurized fluid dispenser comprises a container body having a first fluid dispenser that includes a valved opening, a pouch mounted within the container body for storing a fluid composition and fluidly coupled with the valved opening of the container for dispensing the contents of the pouch and a fluid refill system. A pressurized gas can be provided between the pouch and the container body for pressurizing the contents of the pouch. The fluid refill system includes at least one reservoir having a fluid composition therein and a second fluid dispenser having a fitting that is adapted to dispense the fluid composition from the at least one reservoir into the pouch. A controller can be programmed to respond to input signals to position the container with the fluid refill system and to dispense the fluid composition under pressure into the pouch.

Abstract: A surface cleaning apparatus has a foot and a handle, and a cleaning pad, adjacent to a lower surface of the foot, positioned to contact the surface to be cleaned. The cleaning pad can include a melamine formaldehyde foam with abrasive particles interspersed therein and configured to agitate the surface to be cleaned in conjunction with steam.