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A handle assembly having a one piece molded handle that is mounted to an extension tube and that has an integrated switch for use with a floor supported appliance is provided. The handle includes a loop-shaped grip portion, an elongated portion in which an extension tube is mounted, and a switch mou

A handle assembly having a one piece molded handle that is mounted to an extension tube and that has an integrated switch for use with a floor supported appliance is provided. The handle includes a loop-shaped grip portion, an elongated portion in which an extension tube is mounted, and a switch mounting port for mounting the switch in the handle. The handle includes a minimum number of parts and does not require fasteners for mounting it to the extension tube. A method for making the handle is also provided.

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[ What is claimed is:] [32.] A handle assembly having a one piece molded handle for use with a floor supported appliance, said handle being mounted to an extension tube and having an integrated electrical control switch, said handle comprising:a loop-shaped grip portion, said grip portion being at l

[ What is claimed is:] [32.] A handle assembly having a one piece molded handle for use with a floor supported appliance, said handle being mounted to an extension tube and having an integrated electrical control switch, said handle comprising:a loop-shaped grip portion, said grip portion being at least partially hollow;an elongated portion having a longitudinal axis and a passage for receiving said extension tube that is connected to the floor supported appliance; anda switch mounting port for mounting said switch to said grip portion, said mounting port being in communication with said passage.