Spreading of diseases is a virulent problem which needs to be addressed. Personal hygiene is a major part in preventing the distribution of germs. A major source of pathogens is feces. Thus cleaning the hands and anus after bowel movement tremendously helps preventing the spread of pathogens.

Cleaning the anus after defecating involves the use of toilet paper in many countries. This is a rather unsafe procedure because the toilet paper is a dry way to clean the anus and via such a dry cleaning procedure it is not possible to remove all pathogens. Additional drawbacks are that the toilet paper can tear and thus the anus is touched with the hand; as well as that toilet paper- is sometimes simply not available, e.g. on public toilets which often lack of toilet paper. The use of wet (or humid) toilet paper provides a better cleaning but comes with the same other disadvantages like tearing and lack of availability. Also, there is the problem of clogging toilets with toilet paper. This can be because of using too much toilet paper or having an unsuitable toilet bowl shape or can be an act of vandalism.

Another way to clean the anus is with water. Especially in Asian and Arab countries as well in North Africa, a water-hose is used to clean the anus. When a water-hose is used for cleaning the anus after bowel movement, one hand is used to clean the anus with water. Water drops which are contaminated by parts of the feces and pathogens or feces itself drop back onto the hose and can contaminate the hose and the tip where water exits from the hose and also the hand. When the next person would like to use the hose, he or she only finds a contaminated hose via which diseases can be spread. Also, the hands must be washed very thoroughly with clinical measures, e.g. soap, to remove all germs. However, cleaning the anus is more important than cleaning hands to prevent the spread of diseases. WO 03/009 733 A1 discloses an anal cleaning device which includes a fluid flow directing member connectable to a fluid source and having-a fluid outlet for directing fluid from the source out of the member and a wall member projecting out from the flow directing member near the fluid outlet. The latter wall member is positionable at a perinaeum of a user such that, when located thereat, the wall member spaces the fluid outlet from the user's anus. DE 20 2005 000 479 U1 discloses a shower set for vagina and anus which consists of a hand shower tube and a hand dryer tube. These tubes are rigid and can be used for cleaning and drying the anus. These tubes are bent by an angle of 45°.

An anal cleaning device can also be included in a toilet bowl. E.g. EP 1 507 935 B1 discloses a toilet with a flush device, which flush device has an extractable flush arm which can be used for cleaning the body and the toilet. WO 01/36758 A1 discloses a toilet seat having a cleansing facility. This cleansing facility is an arm which is mounted to the toilet seat in a way that allows a pivotal movement of the arm between a stored position and an active position, at which active position the arm extends laterally from the inner periphery of the toilet seat cross the opening such that its other end lies generally in the region of the central fore and aft axis of the toilet seat. The arm is connected to a water duct.

The goal of the invention is to provide a protective cap for a cleaning device for the anus and genitals and a cleaning device which is able to clean the anus and genitals thoroughly and sufficiently so that all germs are removed and which device is also not contaminated during this cleaning process.

A protective cap according to the present invention for use in cleaning the anus and genitals with a liquid has a cylindrical or conical shape, is hollow such that a liquid can pass through, has a size that fits to a man's hand and is attachable to a liquid dispenser.

Such a protective cap can be applied on a liquid dispenser. Thus the user touches the protective cap instead of the liquid dispenser directly when cleaning his anus or genitals. This has the genuine advantage that the user does not touch the contaminated liquid dispenser. The protective cap is either his own or is provided new. The spreading of germs and diseases is prevented. Such a cap can optionally also be provided with a rolled up flexible part at the end which is placed on the liquid dispenser (this is the opposite end of where the liquid exits). This rolled up flexible part can be unrolled onto the liquid dispenser like a condom once the protective cap has been placed on the liquid dispenser. The rolled up flexible part can be approximately 20 cm long when unrolled and thus covers a part of the liquid dispenser. This has the advantage that a larger part of the liquid dispenser is protected and can be touched by hand without the danger of getting contaminated by germs.

Another aspect of the present invention relates to a device for cleaning the anus and genitals which comprises a conduit or hose, through which a liquid can be run, and a protective cap, through which a liquid can be run, which covers at least partly one end of the conduit or hose, to which it is removably attached, such that it offers a sanitary end of the device without contamination.

Contamination of the cleaning device is a major problem and a major source of spreading diseases. With this new device, it is possible to prevent the contamination of the cleaning device by using a protective cap and thus keeping the cleaning device free from germs. Every user uses a new protective cap or his own protective cap and thus never touches the cleaning device directly.

In one embodiment of the invention, the one end of the conduit or hose, to which the protective cap is attached, and the protective cap have openings which overlap when the protective cap is attached to the one end of the conduit or hose. Most often, the hose is plugged at the end to which the protective cap is attached. The openings which can have any form, e.g. circles, ellipses, rectangles, squares, are arranged in such a way that the liquid which runs through the conduit or hose is sprayed in one direction, preferably upwards in position of use.

In another embodiment of the invention, the device comprises two parts, wherein the first part comprises a conduit or hose with two ends, wherein one end is connected to a liquid supplying device and the second end has a taper integrally attached to it, which taper is attached with the part with the bigger cross-section to the second end of the first part, and the second part is a taper which is detachably connected to the taper of the first part and which second part is open on both ends.

By forming one end of the first part, which can be a conduit or hose, as a taper it is possible to easily attach a second part to the one end of the first part. The second part can easily be stacked on the one end of the first part and easily removed. Thus a quick exchange of the second part is possible which facilitates the change of the second part by the user.

In another embodiment of the invention, the connection between the first and second parts is by adhesion or mechanical engagement means. The connection can e.g. be by adhesion, which means that the second part sticks to the first part without additional means. If the connection between the first and second parts is by mechanical engagement means, the connection can e.g. be established by engaging in a coupling or engaging a protuberance into a recess, wherein the protuberance can be provided on the surface of the first part and the recess on the surface of the second part or vice versa.

In a preferred embodiment of the current invention, the first part is capable of being passed through an automatic changing mechanism of the second parts in order to automatically attach the second part to the taper of the first part. This hands-free changing mechanism is a convenient means for changing the second parts. It assures that the second parts are actually changed. E.g. the second part can be changed automatically after use. In this way, a faulty operation is impossible.

In an embodiment of the invention, the changing mechanism of the second part comprises a multitude of second parts which are placed in a magazine. Such a magazine is capable of holding a multitude of second parts. These second parts can be placed on the first part by the changing mechanism. In this way, the second parts can be stored in a larger quantity than if placed in the necessary place individually. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the changing mechanism comprises a conveyor belt, a multitude of second parts which are removably attached to the conveyor belt, such that both ends are accessible, wherein the conveyor belt is movable and the wider end of the second part is in the position of the opening where the first part is unrolled or protracted, whereby the second part is aligned to the first part longitudinally. With this conveyor belt-changing mechanism, it is possible to change the second parts automatically. The conveyor belt moves into a position such that one second part is aligned in such a way that the first part can be moved into the wider end of the second part. By moving the first part further in the direction of the second part, the second part is detached from the conveyor belt and the first and second parts are moved to the spot where cleaning is desired. Touching the second part by hand is not required. In an embodiment, the first part is flexible. The first part can e.g. be a flexible hose.

In another embodiment, the first part is flexible and wound up in a housing and the first part is capable of being unrolled. This assures a space-saving storage of the flexible first part. By unrolling the flexible first part, the first part can be brought into proximity of the area to be cleaned.

In an embodiment, the first part is retractable to the housing by means of a spring and/or weight. By unrolling the flexible first part, the spring is tightened. The spring force is capable of retracting the flexible first part into the housing. If the first part is to be retracted by means of a weight, the weight is lifted by unrolling the flexible first part. When released, the flexible first part is retracted by means of the weight.

Another aspect of the invention relates to a toilet, comprising a toilet bowl and a device according to any one of the above mentioned embodiments, whereby the first part is a rigid conduit. The integration of a cleaning device in a toilet has the genuine advantage that the cleaning device is available at the place where it is needed the most. Cleaning is most necessary after defecating. Thus the cleaning can be done at the same place where the defecating takes place.

In an embodiment of the invention, the first part is retractable to a housing. The housing provides storage space for the first part when it is not needed. When needed, the first part can be protracted from the housing to the place where it is needed.

In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the toilet bowl has a longitudinal hole at the rear end of the toilet bowl, through which the first part can be moved to and from the housing. The rear end of the toilet bowl is the end which faces the back of the user. The housing is located behind the read end, mostly on a wall. The advantage of such a housing which is capable of holding the rigid first part is that the first part stays clean while the toilet is used. After defecating, the first part can be protracted from the housing into the toilet bowl and cleaning can be done in the toilet bowl.

In an embodiment of the invention, the longitudinal hole is sealed by a device comprising two rigid flaps which open to the inside of the toilet bowl. The sealing by the two rigid flaps prohibits the contamination of the retracted first part and the longitudinal hole in the toilet bowl. Thus the spreading of germs is prevented. When the retracted first part is moved from the housing to the toilet bowl, the two rigid flaps open to the inside of the toilet bowl and enable the protraction of the first part to the inside of the toilet bowl. After use of the cleaning device, consisting of the first part and the removable second part, the removable second part is removed by the two rigid flaps by retracting the first part to the housing. The removed second part is simply flushed.

In another embodiment of the invention, an automatic changing mechanism is located between the longitudinal hole of the toilet and the housing of the first part. The changing mechanism is capable of positioning the second part in such a way that it is stacked on the end of the first part. Then both first and second parts are moved into the toilet bowl. When retracting, the second part is removed by the two rigid flaps mentioned above. After retracting the first part fully into the housing, the changing mechanism positions a new second part in the same way as above, and a new second part is stacked on the end of the first part and is used for cleaning. Thus a perfect hygienic cleaning can be conducted. In an embodiment of the invention, the second part is formed such that the liquid is sprayed vertically. While using a toilet, liquid should come from beneath the parts of the human body to be cleaned. Thus it is advantageous that the liquid is sprayed up vertically by the second part. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the first and second parts are movable and rotatable. By moving back and forth a bigger area can be cleaned. Rotating the first and second parts also has the effect of enlarging the area which can be cleaned.

In an embodiment of the invention, the housing is located outside the toilet bowl. With this arrangement, any toilet bowl desired can be used with the same cleaning device.

In another embodiment of the invention, the housing is located at the toilet seat. If the housing of the first part is located at the toilet seat, any toilet bowl can be equipped with such a housing. An adaptation of any toilet bowl with a cleaning device can thus be easily done.

In an embodiment of the invention, the second part is disposable. A disposable cap can be flushed down the toilet and can be degraded in the waste water treatment like toilet paper. Alternatively, the disposable cap can be put in a waste bin and deposited in a landfill.

In an embodiment of the invention, the second parts are stackable. Stackable second parts require a smaller storage space and also the manipulation of them is easier. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the first part comprises a temperature control unit. A temperature control unit enables to adjust the temperature as desired for the cleaning process. In an embodiment of the invention, the first part has an air dryer attached to it, which air dryer has air outlets in the vicinity of the second end of the first part. After cleaning with a liquid, drying of the relevant parts of the human body is desired. Such an air dryer provides for a stream of air, optionally warm air, which can be directed to the wet parts of the human body.

Another aspect of the invention relates to the use of the device according to any one of the above embodiments for cleaning parts of the human body after defecating. Such a device is especially suitable for cleaning parts of the human body.

Another aspect of the invention relates to a method of cleaning parts of the human body, comprising:

- a first part is pushed to a second part, which is removably attached to an automatic changing mechanism, and whereby the second part is attached to the first part;

- pushing the first and second parts through a longitudinal hole and device comprising two rigid flaps into a toilet bowl;

- letting the liquid flow through the first and second parts;

- optionally moving the first and second parts back and forth;

- optionally rotating the first and second parts;

- retracting the first and second parts, whereby the second part is removed from the first part by the two rigid flaps.

Such a method is effective in cleaning parts of the human body and enables a hygienic cleaning without the spreading of germs and bacteria.

Brief description of the drawings

Fig. 1 shows an embodiment of a cleaning device according to the present invention consisting of a first part and a second part.

Fig. 2-5 show an embodiment of a toilet bowl with a cleaning device according to the present invention.

Fig. 6-8 show an embodiment of a device according to the present invention which acts as a sealing between the toilet bowl and the first part.

Fig. 9-12 show an embodiment of an automatic changing mechanism according to the present invention with different second parts.

Fig. 13-14 show a scheme of how a first part is introduced in a second part. The second part has an upward oriented opening - seen in direction of use - such that the liquid passed through is sprayed upwards.

Fig. 15-16 show an embodiment of a second part with an opening that is not at the end of the second part, instead the opening is located on the cylindrical/conical side of the second part.

Fig. 17-18 show another embodiment of a cleaning device with a wound up flexible first part. Fig. 19-20 show another embodiment of a cleaning device with a flexible first part which is retractable by means of a weight.

Fig. 21-22 show an embodiment of the invention where a first part is introduced in a second part. The first and second parts have holes which overlap when the first part is introduced into the second part. Mechanical engagement means are also depicted.

Fig. 23 shows an embodiment of a cleaning device with a wound up flexible first part which is combined with an automatic changing mechanism. Fig. 24 shows an embodiment of a cleaning device with a flexible first part which is retractable by means of a weight, which cleaning device is combined with an automatic changing mechanism. The invention is described in more detail in the following examples.

EXAMPLES

Example 1

Hygiene is an important factor in everyday life. Personal hygiene is a major part of that. For keeping parts of the human body clean, a person has to wash himself. This is especially important after using the toilet. In many countries, a liquid dispenser (conduit or hose) is provided at toilets which can be a hose or conduit through which a liquid is provided. Such a liquid can be plain water or a cleaning liquid, e.g. a soap solution or a mixture of water and soap or a mixture of water and a human detergent. The user of the toilet attaches a protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) which has a cylindrical or conical shape, is hollow such that a liquid can pass through, has a size that fits to a man's hand and is attachable to a liquid dispenser (conduit or hose). A liquid dispenser (conduit or hose) can be a conduit or hose through which water or a cleaning liquid can be run. By doing so, the user does not have to touch the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose) directly and thus does not get in touch with germs and other contaminants on the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose). It's the germs of the former users which provide a threat to the user's health. The protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) can be provided at the toilet or can be made available by purchase or can be the user's own cap. After use, the protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) can be discarded or recycled. The protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) can be provided with a rolled up flexible part at the end which is placed on the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose) (this is the opposite end of where the liquid exits). This rolled up flexible part can be unrolled onto the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose) like a condom once the protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) has been placed on the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose). The rolled up flexible part can be approximately 20 cm long when unrolled and thus covers a part of the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose). This has the advantage that a larger part of the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose) is protected and can be touched by hand without the danger of getting contaminated by germs. Further, it is possible to switch the liquid flow (water flow or flow of cleaning ssolution) on and off. The size of the cap is normally one that fits to the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose). Most often, these sizes are standardized so that they fit to each other. A protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) can be called "Clinical Clean Cap" or "Aquacap" in the market.

Example 2 The cleaning of the anus (buttocks) and/or penis at men or anus (buttocks) and/or vagina at women can also be conducted by a device which comprises a conduit or hose, through which a liquid (water or cleaning solution) can be run, and a protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover), through which a liquid (water or cleaning solution) can be run, which covers at least partly one end of the conduit or hose, to, which it is removably attached, such that it offers a sanitary end of the device without contamination. During the cleaning procedure, a liquid (water or cleaning solution) flows through the conduit or hose to and through a protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) from where it is sprayed on parts of the human body, mostly anus (buttocks) and/or penis or vagina. The protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) can be removed so that every new user of the cleaning device has a new, uncontaminated cap which only he uses. After use, the cap is disposed of or recycled, e.g. entered in a sterilization pathway for re-use. The conduit or hose can be made of any material, e.g. plastic, metal, etc. The cap can be made of any material, e.g. metal, plastic, latex, paper, waxed paper, cellulose, etc. The protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) can be provided with a rolled up flexible part at the end which is placed on the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose) (this is the opposite end of where the liquid (water or cleaning solution) exits). It can be used as and has the advantages as described Example 1. The protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) which is provided with a rolled up flexible part at the end which is placed on the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose) (this is the opposite end of where the liquid (water or cleaning solution) exits) can be used in any of the following Examples. The rolled up flexible part can be unrolled onto the liquid dispenser (conduit or hose) like a condom.

In the device, the one end of the conduit or hose, to which the protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) is attached, and the protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) can have openings 14 which overlap when the protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) is attached to the one end of the conduit or hose. Such a device can be seen in Fig. 21-22. The hose can be plugged at the end to which the protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) is attached. By "overlap" it is meant that the liquid (water or cleaning solution) can pass through the holes of the conduit or hose and through the holes of the protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) when the cap is attached to the conduit or hose. The openings 14 can be arranged around the whole circumference of the conduit or hose and protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) or just at a part of the circumference. If they are arranged only at a part of the circumference, the liquid (water or cleaning solution) can be sprayed through the holes 14 more precisely to specified regions. The conduit or hose is preferably closed at the end to which the protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) 3 is attached. The openings 14 which can have any form, e.g. circles, ellipses, rectangles, squares, can be arranged in such a way that the liquid (water or cleaning solution), which runs through the conduit or hose 1 is sprayed in one direction, preferably upwards in position of use. By arranging a multitude of holes 14 on the surface of the conduit or hose 1 and protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) 3 it is possible that the liquid (water or cleaning solution) is distributed over a larger area and more evenly than if there is only one hole 14. Preferably, the holes 14 are arranged only over a part of the circumference of the conduit or hose 1 and protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) 3, which arrangement enables a targeted output of the liquid (water or cleaning solution). Such a protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) 3 can comprise an unrolled flexible part which is unrolled when used, as described above. For a better fit and for easier attachment of the cap, which is also called "second part" 3 in this specification, the conduit or hose, which is also called "first part" 1 in this specification, has a tapered end 2. Such an embodiment can be seen in Fig. 1. One end is attached to a liquid (water or cleaning solution) supply and the other end has a tapered end 2. The second part 3 is also a taper or truncated cone. The tapered end 2 of the first part 1 fits exactly into the taper or truncated cone of the second part 3. The connection between the first part 1 and the second part 3 can be effected via adhesion or mechanical engagement means. For example, a mechanical engagement means can be a bayonet lock, a screw joint, a snap-on cap, etc. Another mechanical engagement means can also be an engaging of a protuberance 12 into a recess 13, wherein the protuberance 12 can be provided on the surface of the first part 1 and the recess 13 on the surface of the second part 3 or vice versa. Such an engagement means is depicted in Fig. 21-22. The protuberance 12 can be provided over the whole circumference of the first part 1 or just over a part of the circumference. The recess 13 is always the negative version of the protuberance 12. Such a second part can comprise an unrolled flexible part which is unrolled when used, as described above.

The first part 1 can be flexible, e.g. a hose, and can be of any material possible, e.g. metal, plastic, etc. It can be wound up in a housing 10 and unrolled if needed. An example for this embodiment can be seen in Fig. 17-18. The first part 1 can be retracted in the housing 10 by means of a spring and/or weight. The spring can be tightened while unrolling such that the spring force is capable of retracting the flexible first part 1 without the help of the user. An example for an embodiment where the first part 1 is retracted by means of a weight can be seen in Fig. 19-20. Both embodiments can be combined with an automatic changing mechanism 6 as shown in Fig. 23 and 24.

The device can be combined with- hot and cold water. The flow of water can be controlled by handles, one for cold water and one for hot water. Also included can be a box in which the cap can be disposed of after use. Example 3

A device as in described in Example 2 is used. The changing of the second part 3 can be done via an automatic changing mechanism 6. Examples of a changing mechanism are depicted in Fig. 9-12. This means that the second parts 3 can be changed automatically without manual manipulation and without touching the second parts 3 by hand. E.g., second parts 3 can be stored in a magazine. The automatic changing system 6 can comprise a conveyor belt 9, to which a multitude of second parts 3 are removably attached such that both ends are accessible, wherein the conveyor belt 9 is movable and the wider end of the second part 3 is in the position of the opening where the first part 1 is unrolled or protracted, whereby the second part 3 is aligned to the first part 1 longitudinally. This means the first part 1 is moved to the second part 3 and the second part 3 is stacked on the first part 1 and removed from the conveyor belt 9. The second parts 3 are oriented on the conveyor belt 9 in such a way that the first part 1 can be directly pushed in the opening of the second part 3. The second parts 3 used here can also comprise an unrolled flexible part as described above which is unrolled like a condom when the second part 3 is placed on the first part 1.

The first part 1 can be flexible, e.g. a hose, and can be of any material possible, e.g. metal, plastic, etc. It can be wound up in a housing 10 and unrolled if needed. An example for this embodiment can be seen in Fig. 17-18. The first part 1 can be retracted in the housing 10 by means of a spring and/or weight. The spring can be tightened while unrolling such that the spring force is capable of retracting the flexible first part 1 without the help of the user. An example for an embodiment where the first part 1 is retracted by means of a weight can be seen in Fig. 19-20. Both embodiments can be combined with an automatic changing mechanism 6 as shown in Fig. 23 and 24.

Example 4

In the so called "Turkish system", a device according to Example 2 or 3 is mounted to a toilet bowl. A hole is drilled into the back of the toilet bowl so that the device is facing the back of the toilet user. The cap can be changed automatically by an automatic changing mechanism by pressing a button or the automatic changing mechanism can be combined with the toilet seat in a way that the changing mechanism is engaged when the user stands up from the toilet. With such a changing mechanism, the new user of the toilet has a new, clean cap. A box can be placed behind the toilet bowl in which the used cap is disposed of. The water for cleaning can be turned on and off by a handle. This handle is placed outside the toilet bowl. The handle can be placed either directly at the toilet bowl or at a place other than the toilet bowl which can be reached while using the toilet. Once the water is turned on, the water is sprayed to the body, namely buttocks, from the back of the bowl. It is further possible that the toilet bowl comprises a cleaning liquid or disinfectant for the hose which is used in the device. The cleaning of the hose can be effected after every use, after every 5 ^th use or after every 10 ^th use, e.g.

Example 5 In another example, the cleaning device described above can be used in conjunction with a toilet bowl 4. An embodiment of such a toilet bowl is depicted in Fig. 2-5. This forms a toilet where cleaning of the anus (buttocks) and/or penis and/or vagina can be effected with a liquid (water or cleaning solution). The first part 1 can be rigid and can be retracted in a housing 11. This means the first part 1 is not present in the toilet bowl 4 when the toilet is used (cf. Fig. 2). The first part 1 is protracted only when needed (cf. Fig. 3). This protracting can be effected by moving the first part 1 from the housing 11 through a longitudinal hole 5 at the rear end of the toilet bowl 4 in the toilet bowl 4. The rear end of a toilet is defined as facing the back of the person while using the toilet. The longitudinal hole 5 can be sealed from the toilet bowl 4 by a device 7 comprising two rigid flaps 8 which open to the inside of the toilet bowl 4. Such rigid flaps 8 are depicted in Fig. 6-8. When the first part 1 is protracted from the housing 11 to the toilet bowl 4 through the longitudinal hole 5 it passes through the device 7. The flaps 8 open to the inside of the toilet bowl 4 (cf. Fig. 7-8) . The second part 3 is attached to the first part 1 via an automatic changing mechanism, 6, usually before the first part 1 enters the longitudinal hole 5. The first 1 and second parts 3 are used for cleaning parts of the human body with a liquid (water or cleaning solution) (cf. Fig. 3). Second parts 3 which are used in this example are depicted in Fig. 13-16. Fig. 13-14 show how a first part 1 is introduced into a second part 3. This second part shown in Fig. 13-14 has an opening that opens upwards in the position of use so that the liquid (water or cleaning solution) is sprayed vertically up right onto the body parts of the person using the toilet. Fig. 15-16 show the second part 3 with an opening on the side and not at the end of the second part 3. Fig. 15 is a cross section and Fig. 16 a top view. When retracted to the housing 1 1 , the two rigid flaps 8 detach the second part 3 from the first part 1 so that the second part 3 falls into the toilet bowl 4 and is flushed (cf. Fig. 4-5). The first part 1 is retracted to the housing 1 1 without the second part 3. Thus the contaminated part of the cleaning device, the second part 3, does not reach the longitudinal hole 5 or the housing 11. During cleaning parts of the human body while the user is sitting on the toilet seat, the liquid (water or cleaning solution) is sprayed vertically so that it reaches the human body directly. The first 1 and second parts 3 can move back and forth and rotate while a liquid (water or cleaning solution) flows through them to increase the area which is cleaned. The second parts 3 used here can also comprise an unrolled flexible part as described above which is unrolled like a condom when the second part 3 is placed on the first part 1.

In one example, the housing 11 is located outside the toilet bowl 4 (cf. Fig. 2-5). In another example, the housing 11 is located at the toilet seat. Any toilet bowl can be equipped with such a cleaning device.

The second parts 3 can be disposable and stackable. When the second part 3 is disposed of in the toilet bowl 4, it is flushed and treated in the waste water treatment plant and degraded. It is also possible to dispose of the second part 3 in a trash bin and deposit it in a landfill. Biodegradability is of advantage.

In one example, the cleaning device comprises a temperature control unit. The temperature of the liquid (water or cleaning solution) used for cleaning can be adjusted as desired by the user. Also, the cleaning device can comprise an air dryer which has air outlets in the vicinity of first part 1. After washing, drying of the relevant party of the human body is desired. A fresh and clean feeling is reached when the parts of the human body are dried. A protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) 3 can be placed on the air dryer. It is also possible that the same first part 1 is used for both cleaning with a liquid (water or cleaning solution) and drying with air. A cap for placing on the dryer can be called "Aircap" in the market.

Example 6

Another example is a transportable cleaning device which comprises a container for a liquid (water or cleaning solution) and a liquid (water or cleaning solution) outlet onto which a protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) can be placed. An example for such a transportable cleaning device is a watering can. Water or a cleaning liquid is poured into the watering can. A protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) is placed on the liquid (water or cleaning solution) outlet. If the protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) is equipped with a rolled up flexible part this flexible part is unrolled like a condom to cover a larger part of the liquid (water or cleaning solution) outlet. After use the protective cap (protective clinical cap or cover) is disposed of.

In any of the above examples, a detergent and/or disinfectant can be used for cleaning and/or disinfecting the handle, if present, or the first part 1. This cleaning and/or disinfecting can be done after every use or after every 5 ^th use or after every 10 ^th use.