Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present disclosure relates to a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to an air cleaner device for the vehicle.
BACKGROUNDOF THE INVENTION 5
[0002] A vehicle, such as a scoter, comprises a frame assembly that includes a head pipe and a main tube. The main tube has a first portion extending rearwardly and downwardly from the head pipe. The frame assembly defines a step-through portion ahead of a seat assembly of the vehicle, and a floorboard is disposed 10 at the step-through portion, wherein a rider can operate the vehicle in a seated position by resting feet on the floorboard. The vehicle also includes a power unit such as an internal combustion (IC) engine, and a power transmission means coupling a rear wheel to the power unit. The engine is swingably connected to the frame assembly. 15
[0003] In addition, an air cleaner device is disposed above the power transmission means, that is, on the side of the rear wheel. The cleaner device includes an air filter element that filter out all the unwanted particles in the air before it enters the engine, allowing only clean and pure air inside the engine for better combustion, which results in better efficiency and smooth power delivery. 20
[0004] In addition, generally, the air cleaner device is connected on the engine at the left-hand side of the engine due to this the air box of the air cleaner device is located at outer most position of the engine and air inlet provided in the air box is oriented towards outwards to draw air from outside. The air flow inters through the air inlet into the air box at very high velocity and the air filter is directly exposed to 25 the outside drawn air, which create noise. As the air inlet provided in the air box is oriented outwards, this condition exposes the noise generated by the air cleaner due to suction of air. Also, as the air inlet is located outermost in the air box, the suction noise generated during vehicle running condition is audible for the rider and may cause discomfort to the rider, therefore the suction noise should be within the limits. 30
[0005] In addition, in the conventional air cleaner device also associated with a problem that foreign matters such as dust and/or water rolled up by the rear wheel
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during traveling are easily sucked into the air cleaner, and the air filter element inside the air cleaner is easily contaminated. This reduces the performance and durability of the air filter element. [0006] Therefore, there is a need of a simple and cost-effective solution which can obviates the above-mentioned problems. 5
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0007] The present disclosure discloses a vehicle. More particularly, the present invention relates to an air cleaner device for the vehicle, which can overcome the drawbacks of the conventional air cleaner device. 10
[0008] In accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure, the proposed air cleaner device includes an air housing defined by a case member and a cover member. The cover member is detachably attached to the case member and includes at least one inlet opening to receive air from outside. The air cleaner device further includes a holding member configured in the air housing, the holding member being 15 adapted to hold at least one filter element, and an air guide member configured with the holding member and extended over at least a portion of the filter element. The air guide member comprises a first side facing the cover member and a second side facing the holding member. The air guide member defines a plurality of air flow paths, including at least a first air flow path and a second air flow path, to regulate 20 air flow within the air housing.
[0009] In an embodiment, the air received from the outside is guided to the filter element using the first air flow path and the second air flow path of the plurality of air flow paths.
[0010] In an embodiment, the first air flow path is defined between the cover 25 member, the holding member and one side of the air guide member.
[0011] In an embodiment, the second air flow path is defined between the cover member, both side of the air guide member, and the holding member.
[0012] In an embodiment, the air guide member includes a body panel portion, a first flange protruded from a first end of the body panel portion in a first direction, 30 and a second flange protruded from a second end, opposite to the first end, of the body panel portion in a second direction that is opposite to the first direction. The
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first flange abuts with holding member. The second flange abuts with cover member. [0013] In an embodiment, the body panel portion, the first flange and the second flange are configured to define a first gap between the air guide member and the cover member and a second gap between the air guide member and at least one of 5 the holding member and the filter element.
[0014] In an embodiment, the air guide member comprises a wall member projected from the first flange and abuts between the cover member and the holding member. The wall member is adapted to guide the air flow to follow at least one of the first air flow path and the second airflow path. 10
[0015] In an embodiment, the air guide member includes at least one fastening member to detachably engage with at least one boss provided on the cover member.
[0016] In an embodiment, the air guide member includes one or more locating projections rest against the cover member.
[0017] In an embodiment, the cover member is detachably attached to the case 15 member through one or more connecting units selected from a group including clamps, screws, nut and bolts, and snap fit locks. For instance, the clips can be used at the areas where the cover member is covered by style panel and not possible to have screwdriver accessibility and remaining area of the cover member can be secured with screw. 20
[0018] In an embodiment, the air cleaner device further comprises an air inlet member configured with the inlet opening in the cover member.
[0019] The foregoing summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described above, further aspects, embodiments, and features will become apparent 25 by reference to the drawings and the following detailed description.
[0020] Further, it is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the invention, as claimed.
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
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[0021] The present invention is described with reference to figures. This invention is implementable in two-wheeled, three wheeled and four wheeled vehicles. Further, the inventive features of the invention are outlined in the appended claims. Non-limiting and non-exhaustive embodiments of the present embodiments are described with reference to the following figures, wherein like reference numerals 5 refer to like parts throughout the various views unless otherwise specified.
[0022] Figure 1A illustrates a right-side view of an exemplary saddle-type vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.
[0023] Figure 1B illustrates a side perspective view of a frame assembly of the saddle-type vehicle with an air cleaner device, in accordance with an alternative 10 embodiment of the invention.
[0024] Figure 2 illustrates a perspective view of a sub assembly of an engine and an air cleaner device of the the saddle-type vehicle, in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.
[0025] Figure 3 illustrates an exploded view of the air cleaner device, in accordance 15 with an embodiment of the invention.
[0026] Figure 4 illustrates an exploded view of the air cleaner device depicting air flow paths, in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.
[0027] Figure 5 illustrates a side perspective view of an air guide member of the air cleaner device, in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. 20
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0028] In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding of the embodiments. One skilled in the relevant art will recognize, however, that the techniques described herein can be practised 25 without one or more of the specific details, or with other methods, components, materials, etc. In other instances, well-known structures, materials, or operations are not shown or described in detail to avoid obscuring certain aspects.
[0029] Various features and embodiments of the present disclosure here will be discernible from the following further description thereof, set out hereunder. 30 Further “front” and “rear”, and “left” and “right” referred to in the ensuing description of the illustrated embodiment refer to front and rear, and left and right
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directions as seen from a rear portion of the vehicle and looking forward. However, it is contemplated that the disclosure in the present disclosure may be applied to any vehicle without defeating the spirit of the present subject matter. The detailed explanation of the constitution of parts other than the present disclosure which constitutes an essential part has been omitted at suitable places. 5 [0030] The present subject matter is further described with reference to the accompanying figures. It should be noted that the description and figures merely illustrate the principles of the present subject matter. Various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, encompass the principles of the present subject matter. Moreover, all statements herein reciting 10 principles, aspects and examples of the present subject matter, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
[0031] Further, various embodiments disclosed herein are to be taken in the illustrative and explanatory sense, and would in no way be construed as limiting the present disclosure. All joinder references (e.g., attached, affixed, coupled, 15 connected, etc.) are only used to aid the reader’s understanding of the present disclosure, and may not create limitations, particularly as to the position orientation, or use of the system and/or methods disclosed herein. Therefore, joinder references, if any, are to be construed broadly. Moreover, such joinder references do not necessarily infer that two elements are directly connected to each other. 20
[0032] Additionally, all numerical terms, such as, but not limited to, “first”, “second”, “primary”, “secondary”, “main” or any other ordinary and/or numerical terms, should also be taken as identifiers, to assist the reader’s understanding of the various elements, embodiments, variations and/or modifications of the present disclosure, and may not create any limitations, particularly as to the order, or 25 preference, of any element, embodiment, variation, and/or modification relative to, or over, another element, embodiment, variation and/or modification.
[0033] It will also be appreciated that one or more of the elements depicted in the drawings/ figures can also be implemented in a more separated or integrated manner, or even removed, or rendered as inoperable in certain cases, as is useful in 30 accordance with a particular application. The embodiments of the present invention
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will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the disclosed invention is not limited to the present embodiments. [0034] Embodiments of the present disclosure explained herein relate to an air cleaner device for a vehicle, for instance a saddle type vehicle. The disclosed air cleaner device can overcome drawbacks of the conventional air cleaner device by 5 regulating air flow in the air cleaner device.
[0035] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a simple and cost-effective air cleaner device which can reduce the noise generated by the air cleaner due to suction of air, by regulating air flow, compared to the conventional air cleaner device. 10
[0036] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide an air cleaner device that prevents accumulation of foreign matters such as dust and/or water on a primary air filter element configured inside the air cleaner, thereby improving the performance and durability of the air filter element.
[0037] Figure 1A illustrates a right-side view of an exemplary saddle type vehicle 15 10, in accordance with an embodiment of the present subject matter. The vehicle 10 comprises a frame assembly 105. The frame assembly 105 includes a head pipe 105A and a main tube 105B. The main tube 105B has a first portion 105B’ extending rearwardly and downwardly from the head pipe 105A. One or more front suspensions 110 connect a front wheel 115 to a handlebar assembly 190, which 20 forms a steering assembly of the vehicle 10. The steering assembly is rotatably disposed about the head pipe 105A. The first portion 105B’ of the main tube 105B extends rearwardly downward from the head pipe 105A and the main tube 105B includes a bent portion thereafter extending substantially in a longitudinal direction.
[0038] Reference to Figure 1A and Figure 1B, wherein the vehicle 10 includes a 25 power unit comprising at least an internal combustion (IC) engine 125. The power unit is coupled to a rear wheel 145. In one embodiment, the engine 125 is swingably connected to the frame assembly 105. In one embodiment, the engine 125 is mounted to the swing arm (not shown) and the swing arm is swingably connected to the frame assembly 105. Further, the vehicle 10 includes a transmission means 30 107 coupling the rear wheel 145 to the power unit. The transmission means includes a continuously variable transmission, an automatic transmission, or a fixed ratio
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transmission. Besides, an air cleaner device 200 is fluidically connected the engine 125 to draw air from outside and provide clean air inside the engine 125 for better combustion of the air-fuel mixture inside the engine 125, which results in better efficiency and smooth power delivery. For instance, the air cleaner device 200 is disposed above the power transmission means 107, that is, on the side of the rear 5 wheel 145. [0039] In addition, a seat assembly 151 is disposed above the power unit and is supported by the rear tubes 105C of the frame assembly 105. The seat assembly 151 is pivotally openable. The frame assembly 105 defines a step-through portion ahead of the seat assembly 151. A floorboard 155 is disposed at the step-through portion, 10 wherein a rider can operate the vehicle 10 in a seated position by resting feet on the floorboard 155. The floorboard extends rearwardly from a rear end of the first portion 105B’ of the main tube 105B. Further, the floorboard 155 is capable of carrying loads.
[0040] Further, the frame assembly 105 is covered by plurality of body panels 15 including a front panel 160A, a leg shield 160B, an under-seat cover 160C, a left and a right-side panel 160D, and a rear panel 160E mounted on the frame assembly 105 and covering the frame assembly 105 and parts mounted thereof. Herein, front panel 160A is disposed forwardly of the head pipe 105A in a vehicle front-rear direction and the rear panel 160E is disposed rearwardly of the head pipe 105B in 20 the vehicle front-rear direction.
[0041] In addition, a front fender 165 is covering at least a portion of the front wheel 115. A utility box is disposed below the seat assembly 151 and is supported by the frame assembly 105. A rear fender 175 is covering at least a portion of the rear wheel 145 and is positioned upwardly of the rear wheel 145. One or more 25 suspension(s) (not shown) are provided in the rear portion of the vehicle 10 for connecting the swing arm 141 and the rear wheel 145 to the frame assembly 105 for damping the forces from the wheel 145 and the power unit from reaching the frame assembly 105.
[0042] Furthermore, the vehicle 10 comprises of plurality of electrical and 30 electronic components including a headlight 185A, a taillight 185B, a transistor-
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controlled ignition (TCI) unit (not shown), an alternator (not shown) and a starter motor (not shown)
. [0043] Referring to Figure 2, where a perspective view of a sub assembly the engine 125 and an air cleaner device 200 is shown. The air cleaner device 200 is disposed above the power transmission means 107, that is, on the side of the rear wheel 145 5 of the vehicle 10. The air cleaner device 200 includes an air inlet member 232 that is oriented towards outwards to draw air from outside in an air housing 202. The air cleaner device 200 is fluidically connected the engine 125. The air cleaner device 200 is configured to draw air from outside and provide clean/filtered air inside the engine 125 for efficient combustion of the air-fuel mixture in a combustion chamber 10 of the engine 125. The air cleaner device 200 is configured to filter out all the unwanted particles in the air before it enters the combustion chamber of the engine 125, thereby allowing only clean and pure air inside the engine 125 for better combustion, which results in better efficiency and smooth power delivery.
[0044] Referring to Figure 3 and Figure 4, the air cleaner device 200 includes an 15 air housing 202 defined by a case member 204 and a cover member 206. The cover member 206 is detachably attached to the case member 204. The cover member 206 includes at least one inlet opening 208 to receive air from outside. An air inlet member 232 is configured with the inlet opening 208 in the cover member 206. The air inlet member 232 is oriented towards outwards to draw air from outside in the 20 air housing 202. Further, the air cleaner device 200 includes a holding member 210 configured in the air housing 202 and a and an air guide member 212 configured with the holding member 210. The holding member 210 can be configured between the case member 204 and the cover member 206 through a sealing 213. The holding member 210 is adapted to hold at least one filter element 214 that is an air filter 25 element. The air guide member 212 is configured such that it is extended over at least a portion of the filter element 214. For instance, a portion of the filter element 214, which is proximal to the air inlet element 232, is covered by the air guide member 212. The air filter element 214 is configured to filter out all the unwanted particles, such as dust and water, in the air received in the housing before it enters 30 the engine 125, thereby allowing only clean and/or filtered air inside the engine for better combustion which will increase the life of the engine.
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[0045] The holding member 210 and/or the filter element 214 is configured to divide an inner space of the air housing 202 created between the cover member 206 and the case member 204 into a first side volume which is on the inlet opening side, and a second side volume which is on the engine side. The first side volume and the second side volume are fluidically connected through the filter element 214. The 5 air received in the first side volume through the air inlet member 232 is filtered by the air filter element 214 when the air flows to the second side volume through the air filter element 214. Thus, the air received in the first side volume through the air inlet member 232 passes through the air filter element 214 in which it is filtered. The filtered air from the second side volume is supplied to the engine 125 through 10 one or more tubes 211.
[0046] In addition, the air guide member 212 includes a first side facing the cover member 206 and a second side facing the holding member 210. The air guide member 212 is configured to define a plurality of air flow path (216a, 216b) including at least a first air flow path 216a (indicated by straight arrows) and a 15 second air flow path 216b (indicated by curved arrows) to regulate air flow within the first side volume of the air housing 202. The input air (indicated by arrows 219) received from the outside through the air inlet member 232 is guided to the filter element 214 using at least one of the first air flow path 216a and the second air flow path 216b. 20
[0047] In an embodiment, the first air flow path 216a of the plurality of air flow path (216a, 216b) can be defined between the cover member 206, the holding member 210 and one side, for instance the first side, of the air guide member 212. For instance, the first air flow path 216a can be substantially L-shaped. Further, the first air flow path 216a uses a particular arrangement of components within the air 25 housing assembly, emphasizing how air is directed along this path from the inlet towards the filter element. Furthermore, the first air flow path 216a is crucial for optimizing the performance and efficiency of the air housing system, ensuring effective filtration and regulation of airflow for its intended purpose.
[0048] In an embodiment, the second air flow path 216b plurality of air flow path 30 (216a, 216b) can be defined between the cover member 206, both side, the first and second sides, of the air guide member 212, and the holding member 210. For
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instance, the second air flow path 216b can be substantially U-shaped. Further, the second air flow path 216b uses a particular arrangement of components that facilitates the flow of air along this path, potentially optimizing airflow dynamics within the air housing system. [0049] Thus, the input air (indicated by arrows 219) enters into the first side volume 5 of the air housing 202 through the air inlet member 232 and the air is diverted to the bottom side by the air guide member 212 to guide air flow to follow the first air flow path 216a and the second air flow path 216b to reach to the filter element 214. Therefore, this arrangement slows down the air flow speed in the first side volume of the air housing 202 and then reduces the noise generated due to air flow in air 10 housing 202. In addition, the air guide member 212 is designed such that it will not affect the air flow rate and still effective in the reduce the noise generation. Also, the
divert the air flow in the air housing 202 does not cause any reduction in the engine performance due to increase in the back pressure.
[0050] In addition, the divert the air flow to follow the first air flow path 216a and 15 the second air flow path 216b to slow down also allows the water and dust particles to settle down onto the lower part of the air housing 202 and prevent loading of contamination on the filter element 214, thereby improving performance and durability of the filter element 214.
[0051] In another embodiment, the air cleaner device 200 can include another air 20 filter (not shown), i.e., a second air filter. This filter can be configured with the air inlet member 232 to filter the air when the air is received from the outside through the air inlet member 232. This second filter can filter the water and dust particles from the air before the air enters the first side volume of the air housing 202, which can prevent loading of contamination on the filter element 214, thereby improving 25 performance and durability of the filter element 214.
[0052] Referring to Figure 3 to Figure 5, the air guide member 212 includes a body panel portion 215, a first flange 218 and a second flange 220. The first flange 218 is protruded from a first end 215a of the body panel portion 215 in a first direction, The first flange 218 is configured to abut with the holding member 210. Whereas 30 the second flange 220 is protruded from a second end 215b, that is opposite to the first end 215a, of the body panel portion 215. The second flange 220 is extended in
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a second direction that is opposite to the first direction and abuts with the cover member 206. The body panel portion 215, the first flange 218 and the second flange 220 can be configured to define a first gap between the air guide member 212 and the cover member 206 and a second gap between the air guide member 212 and at least one of the holding member 210 and the filter element 214. The first gap and 5 the second gap are configured to allow flow of air received in the first side volume to follow the first air flow path 216a and the second air flow path 216b between air inlet member 232 and the air filter element 214. [0053] The first flange 218 is configured below the air inlet opening 208 provided in the cover member 206 and help in diverting the air flow to reduce the air 10 induction noise in the air housing 202. The air guide member 212 is configured between the holding member 210 and the cover member 206 to divert the air flow, makes the air path longer to dampen the noise.
[0054] The air guide member 212 further includes a wall member 222 projected from the first flange 218 towards outwards, i.e. away from the engine 125. The wall 15 member 222 is configured to abut between the cover member 206 and the holding member 210. The wall member 222 is configured to prevent further flow of air in the first side volume towards rear direction of the vehicle and guide the air flow to follow at least one of the first air flow path 216a and the second airflow path 216b.
[0055] In an embodiment, the air guide member 212 can include at least one 20 fastening member 224, such as but not limited to a screw, to detachably engage with at least one boss (not shown) provided on the cover member 206 to detachably secure the air guide member 212 to the cover member 206.
[0056] In an alternate embodiment, the fastening member 224 can be provided with the cover member 206 and the boss can be provided with the air guide member 212 25 to detachably secure the air guide member 212 to the cover member 206.
[0057] In an embodiment, the air guide member 212 can be provided with at least one slot 215c to secure the fastening member 224 on the body panel portion 215.
[0058] In an embodiment, the air guide member 212 can include one or more locating projections 228 that rests against the cover member 206 to keep the cove 30 air guide member 212 in position.
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[0059]
In addition, the air guide member 212 is configured in the air housing 202 to cover the filter element 214 and divert the air flow to follow the first air flow path 216a and the second air flow path 216b to slow down the air flow and allow to settle the dust and water particles in the air flow in the air housing 202 and then flow through the filter element 214. Thus, the air guide member 212 prevents air 5 received directly going to the filter element 214 at high speed, thereby reducing noise generated due to suction of air in the air housing 202. For instance, the noise of the air housing 202 can be reduced approximately 2db to 3db compared to the that of the conventional air cleaner device.
[0060] In an embodiment, the cover member 206 can be detachably attached to the 10 case member 204 through one or more connecting units 230-1, 230-2, 230-3…230-n (hereinafter, collectively referred to as connecting unit 230). The connecting units 230 can be selected from a group including clamps and, screws, nut and bolts, and snap fit locks. For instance, the connecting units 230 includes clamps 230-1 and 230-2 and screws 230-3, 230-2…230-n. As the cover member 206 is detachably 15 attached to the case member 204 through a mix of clips and a screw joint, so that without removing the complete air cleaner device 200 from the vehicle 10, the cover member 206 can be separated to remove the filter element 214 from the vehicle 10 for service. Thereby improving serviceability of the vehicle 10 and/or the air cleaner device 200. For instance, the clips can be provided where screwdriver accessibility 20 is a concern in the vehicle 100.
[0061] According to the above disclosure, the present disclosure provides various advantages. The present discloses helps in reducing the noise in the air cleaner device, restricting the dust and water to reach air filter element and in facilitating air flow uniformity on the air filter element. The arrangement of the air guide 25 member between the holding member and the cover member helps to improve the air flow and reduce the induction noise without affecting the engine performance. The air guide member and the profile of the cover member helps to divert the air flow and avoid direct expansion of air inside the air housing. The air guide member is arranged between the holding member and the cover member to divert the air 30 flow, makes the air path longer to dampen the noise. Thus, the present disclosure facilitates reduction in the induction noise is reduced by approximately 20 to 30
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percentage as compared to the conventional air cleaner device and also there is an improvement in the air filter element protection against dust and water which will improve the service life of the filter element. [0062] In addition, serviceability of the air cleaner device is improved by detachably attaching the cover element with the case member using clips and screws 5 so that the filter element can be removed without removing the air cleaner device from the vehicle.
[0063] In the foregoing specification, the disclosure has been described with reference to specific embodiments disclosed herein can be modified or otherwise implemented in various other ways without departing from the spirit and scope of 10 the disclosure. Accordingly, this description is to be considered illustrative and is for the purpose of teaching those skilled in the art the manner of making and using various embodiments of the disclosure. It is to be understood that the forms of the disclosure herein shown and described are to be taken as representative embodiments. Equivalent elements, materials processed or steps may be substituted 15 for those representatively illustrated and described herein. Moreover, certain features of the disclosure may be utilized independently of the use of other features, all as would be apparent to one skilled in the art after having the benefit of this description of the disclosure. Expressions such as “including”, “comprising”, “incorporating”, “consisting of”, “have”, and “is”, used to describe and claim the 20 present disclosure are intended to be construed in a non-exclusive manner, namely allowing for items, components, or elements not explicitly described also to be present. Reference to the singular is also to be construed to relate to the plural.
[0064] This written description uses examples to provide details on the disclosure, including the best mode, and also to enable any person skilled in the art to practice 25 the disclosure, including making and using any devices or systems and performing any incorporated methods. The patentable scope of the disclosure is defined by the claims and may include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that do not differ from the literal language of the claims, or if 30 they include equivalent structural elements with insubstantial differences from the literal language of the claims. , Claims:We Claim:
1. An air cleaner device (200) for a vehicle (10), the air cleaner device (200) comprising:
an air housing (202) defined by a case member (204) and a cover member (206), the cover member (206) being coupled to the case member 5 (204), the cover member (206) comprising at least one inlet opening (208) to receive air from outside;
a holding member (210) configured in the air housing (202), the holding member (210) being adapted to hold at least one filter element (214); and 10
an air guide member (212) configured with the holding member (210) and extended over at least a portion of the filter element (214), the air guide member (212) comprising a first side facing the cover member (206) and a second side facing the holding member (210), wherein the air guide member (212) defines a plurality of air flow paths (216a, 216b) to regulate 15 air flow within the air housing (202).
2. The air cleaner device (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the air received from the outside is guided to the filter element (214) using the plurality of air flow paths (216a, 216b), wherein the plurality of air flow path (216a, 20 216b) comprises a first air flow path (216a) and a second air flow path (216b).
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3. The air cleaner device (200) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the first air flow path (216a) is defined between the cover member (206), the holding member (210) and one side of the air guide member (212).
4. The air cleaner device (200) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the second air 5 flow path (216b) is defined between the cover member (206), both side of the air guide member (212), and the holding member (210).
5. The air cleaner device (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the air guide member (212) comprises: 10
a body panel portion (215);
a first flange (218) protruded from a first end (216a) of the body panel portion (215) in a first direction, the first flange (218) abuts with the holding member (210); and
a second flange (220) protruded from a second end (216b), opposite 15 to the first end (216a), of the body panel portion (215) in a second direction opposite to the first direction, the second flange (220) abuts with the cover member (206),
wherein the body panel portion (215), the first flange (218) and the second flange (220) are configured to define a first gap between the air guide 20 member (212) and the cover member (206) and a second gap between the air guide member (212) and at least one of the holding member (210) and the filter element (214).
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6.The air cleaner device (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the air guidemember (212) comprises a wall member (222) projected from the firstflange (218) and abuts between the cover member (206) and the holdingmember (210).
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7.The air cleaner device (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the air guidemember (212) comprises at least one fastening member (224) to detachablyengage with at least one boss provided on the cover member (206).
8.The air cleaner device (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the air guide10 member (212) comprises one or more locating projections (228) rest againstthe cover member (206).
9.The air cleaner device (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the covermember (206) is detachably attached to the case member (204).15
10.The air cleaner device (200) as claimed in claim 1 comprising an air inletmember (232) configured with the inlet opening (208) in the cover member(206).