Portable vacuum cleaner

Abstract

The portable vacuum device includes: a vacuum housing including a motor housing, an inlet, a dust collection chamber, and a first airflow passage extending from the inlet to the dust collection chamber; a motor positioned within the motor chamber and configured to drive the impeller to generate an airflow; a hose defining a second airflow passage between a first end of the hose and a second end of the hose, the first end coupled to the inlet of the vacuum housing; and a handle coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable about an axis of rotation relative to the vacuum housing between a first position and a second position, where the handle defines a bracket configured to receive a hose. The hose rotates with the handle between a first position and a second position.

Description

Background Art

[0001] The present subject matter relates to vacuum cleaners, and more particularly to portable vacuum cleaners. Summary of the invention

[0002] In one embodiment, a portable vacuum device includes: a vacuum housing including a motor housing, an inlet, a dust collection chamber, and a first airflow passage extending from the inlet to the dust collection chamber; a motor positioned in the motor chamber and configured to drive an impeller to generate an airflow; a hose defining a second airflow passage between a first end of the hose and a second end of the hose, the first end being coupled to the inlet of the vacuum housing; and a handle coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable about a rotation axis relative to the vacuum housing between a first position and a second position, wherein the handle defines a cradle configured to receive the hose. The hose rotates with the handle between the first position and the second position.

[0003] In another embodiment, a portable vacuum device includes: a vacuum housing defining an inlet; a hose defining an airflow path between a first end of the hose and a second end of the hose, the first end being coupled to the inlet of the vacuum housing, and a handle coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable relative to the vacuum housing about an axis of rotation between a first position and a second position. The handle defines a bracket configured to receive the hose. The handle includes a first arm coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable at a first pivot point, a second arm coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable at a second pivot point, and a hand engaging portion extending transversely to the first arm and the second arm and coupling the first arm to the second arm. The hose rotates with the handle between the first position and the second position. The first pivot point and the second pivot point are offset from the hose positioned within the bracket.

[0004] In yet another embodiment, a portable vacuum device includes a vacuum housing defining an inlet; a handle having a length extending between a first pivot point and a second pivot point, the handle being coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable relative to the vacuum housing between a first position and a second position approximately 90 degrees offset from the first position; and a hose coupled to the inlet of the vacuum housing and configured in a storage position to be attached to the handle such that the hose extends along a majority of the length of the handle in the first position and the second position.

[0005] Other aspects of the subject matter will become apparent by consideration of the detailed description and accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0006] Figure 1 is a front perspective view of a portable vacuum cleaner having a handle in a first position according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0007] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Rear perspective view of a portable vacuum cleaner.

[0008] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A front perspective view of a portable vacuum cleaner with the handle in a second position.

[0009] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A second perspective view of a portable vacuum cleaner.

[0010] Figure 5 is a cross-sectional view of a portable vacuum cleaner, the section being taken through the inlet and motor of the vacuum cleaner, such as Figure 1 shown.

[0011] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 A first side view of a portable vacuum cleaner.

[0012] Figure 7 yes Figure 1 A second side view of the portable vacuum cleaner.

[0013] Before any embodiments of the present subject matter are explained in detail, it should be understood that the present subject matter is not limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangement of components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the following drawings. The present subject matter is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced or carried out in various ways. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0014] Figure 1 A portable vacuum device 100 (e.g., a vacuum cleaner) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. The vacuum cleaner 100 includes a vacuum housing 104 defining an interior volume therein. The vacuum housing 104 extends vertically between a top 108 and a base 112 configured to rest on the ground (or other generally horizontal surface). In the illustrated embodiment, the portable vacuum device 100 can be moved from one location to another by carrying the portable vacuum device 100 from one location to another, and thus, wheels or other systems for moving the vacuum device 100 along a floor are omitted. In other embodiments, the base 112 can be coupled to wheels. A generally cylindrical sidewall 116 extends vertically between the top 108 and the base 112. The vacuum housing 104 defines a motor housing 120 and a dust collection chamber 136. The motor housing 120 is vertically positioned above the dust collection chamber 136. In other words, the motor housing 120 is positioned closer to the top 108 than to the dirt chamber 136 , and the dirt chamber 136 is positioned closer to the base 112 than to the motor housing 120 .

[0015] like Figure 5As shown, the motor housing 120 includes an internal volume that supports a motor 124 and an impeller 128, which is coupled to the motor 124 and driven by the motor. When powered, the air mover (i.e., the impeller 128 driven by the motor) draws air into the vacuum housing 104 through an air inlet 132A formed in the motor housing 120. A plurality of air outlets 132B are spaced around the motor housing 120 to discharge the air drawn in through the air inlet 132A. The dust chamber 136 is a container configured to hold debris drawn in through the air inlet 132A and is separable from the rest of the vacuum housing 104. A user input device 140 (e.g., a button, switch, slider, etc.) coupled to the housing 104 is engaged (e.g., pressed, switched, moved) by a user to separate the dust chamber 136 from the rest of the housing 104, thereby permitting the dust chamber to be emptied. An airflow passage 152 extends between the inlet 148 and the dust chamber 136. The air flow passage 152 and the inlet 148 are integrally formed as a single component with the vacuum housing 104 (specifically, the vacuum housing 104 forms an upper half of the motor housing 120 ).

[0016] A filter 144 (e.g., a pleated filter) extends vertically downward into the dust chamber 136 to separate air that entrains material into the dust chamber 136 from the material itself. In other words, the air mover 128 draws air and entrained material (e.g., dust, debris) into the dust chamber 136 through the inlet 148, through the air flow passage 152. The entrained material collects within the dust chamber 136, and the air passes through the filter 144, into the motor housing 120, and through the outlet 132B of the housing 104.

[0017] like Figure 2 As shown, the housing 104 includes a housing configured to receive a removable battery 156 ( Figure 6 to Figure 7 ) such that the portable vacuum device 100 is a cordless vacuum device. For example, the removable battery 156 may be a rechargeable battery. In some embodiments, the battery is an 18V battery. In other embodiments, the battery is a 12V battery. In some embodiments, the battery receptacle 156 has the same mechanical and electrical mating interface as other different power tools (e.g., other vacuum devices, various indoor and outdoor power tools), such that the removable battery 156 is configured to be removed from the battery receptacle 160 and inserted into a separate power tool. Similarly, the battery 160 may be removed from a separate power tool and inserted into the battery receptacle 160 of the portable vacuum device 100. In other embodiments, the battery 156 and the battery receptacle 160 may be replaced by an electrical cord such that the portable vacuum device 100 is powered via a wall outlet.

[0018] Continue to refer Figure 2, housing 104 further includes a plurality of user input devices (e.g., buttons, switches, sliders, etc.) that allow a user to modify the operation of vacuum device 100. Power button 164 is a first user input device and, when turned on, energizes motor 124 to generate a suction airflow. When turned off, power button 164 stops energizing motor 124. In some embodiments, a user engages power button 164 a first time to energize motor 124, a second time to modify the operating mode of portable vacuum device 100, and a third time (or for a duration different from the press used to modify the operating mode) to de-energize motor 124. In other embodiments, a user engages a user input device separate from power button 164 to change the operating mode. In other embodiments, portable vacuum device 100 does not include multiple operating modes, and power button 164 merely powers portable vacuum device 100 on and off. Optionally, some embodiments incorporate an indicator light 168 that includes multiple (e.g., two) LEDs (light emitting diodes) and is positioned adjacent to the power button 164 to indicate whether the tool is in the first mode or the second speed mode. When the user engages the power button 164, the operation of the vacuum device 100 is modified between different operating modes. In one embodiment, the different operating modes may be a low suction mode and a high suction mode corresponding to different motor speeds. In another embodiment, the different operating modes may be a suction mode, in which air is sucked in through the inlet 148, and a blowing mode, in which air is moved out of the housing 104 through the inlet 148. In other embodiments, the different operating modes may correspond to the use of different batteries or different attachments. In the illustrated embodiment, the user input devices 164, 168 are located on the top 108 of the housing 104 so that they can be easily accessed from above when the vacuum device 100 is positioned on a floor surface.

[0019] The hose 172 is coupled to the inlet 148 and defines a second airflow passage 176 therein ( Figure 5), effectively extending the airflow path 152 within the housing 104. The hose 172 has a length extending between a first end 180 and a second end 184. The first end 180 is coupled to the housing 104 at the inlet 148. In some embodiments, the first end 180 is fixed to the housing 104 so that the hose 172 cannot be removed from the housing 104 without tools and / or destruction. In other embodiments, the hose 172 can be fixed via an attachment structure (e.g., a twist lock structure) and can be removed by a user. The hose 172 is a flexible hose. In the illustrated embodiment, the hose has a corrugated body 188. The corrugated body extends between the first end 180 and the second end 184. The second end 184 includes a sleeve 192, forming a more rigid structure configured to receive accessories 196, 200. The second end 184 is an open end, providing an inlet for the second airflow path 176 to draw materials from the environment into the dust collection chamber 136. With the first end coupled to the inlet 148 , the second end 184 of the flexible hose 172 may be movable relative to the housing to reach various locations within the environment surrounding the portable vacuum device 100 .

[0020] A plurality of accessories 196, 200 are coupled to the housing 104. The first accessory 196 is a crevice tool that is attachable to the collar 192 of the hose 172 to reduce the generally circular opening of the hose 172 to a thinner rectangular slit, the crevice tool being configured to fit within a small crevice, such as between vehicle seat portions. The second accessory 200 is a pet tool attachment having one or more rubber blades for removing hair (e.g., pet hair). Each accessory 196, 200 is sized to individually engage the collar 192 of the hose 172 to modify and / or extend the opening of the hose 172. Other accessories (e.g., an attachment with bristles, an elongated nozzle, or an upholstery tool) may additionally or alternatively be coupled to the housing 104 of the vacuum device 100. Each of the first accessory 196 and the second accessory 200 is received within a respective accessory holder 204, 208 formed in the housing 104. As Figure 2 As shown, each of the accessory holders 204, 208 is formed as a recess or notch in the housing, providing a lower surface for placing the accessory and generally vertical side walls extending upward therefrom, and the accessory holder is sized to receive the corresponding accessory 196, 200. In some embodiments, the size and shape of the accessory holder 204, 208 are configured to secure the corresponding accessory 196, 200 (e.g., friction fit). In other embodiments, an attachment feature (e.g., a flexible detent) engages the accessory 196, 200 to retain the corresponding accessory 196, 200 within the accessory holder 204, 208.

[0021] The handle 212 is coupled to the vacuum housing 104 and provides a surface that a user may grasp with one hand to lift and move the portable vacuum device 100. The handle 212 is generally U-shaped (or inverted U-shaped in the perspective shown) with a first arm 224 coupled to a first side 244 of the housing 104 and a second arm 228 coupled to a second side 248 of the housing 104. The second side 248 is generally opposite the first side 244 such that at least a majority of the housing 104 is located between the two arms 224, 228. A hand engaging portion 232 extends transversely to the two arms 224, 228 and connects the two arms 224, 228 to form the generally U-shaped handle 212.

[0022] refer to Figure 1 to Figure 2 as well as Figures 5 to 7 In the first position (which is the use position and upright position), the two arms 224, 228 extend generally vertically upward from the housing 104 to the hand engaging portion 232. In the use position, the hand engaging portion 232 of the handle 212 is presented at a certain height above the vacuum housing 104 so as to be grasped by the user. In the illustrated embodiment, the user can grasp the hand engaging portion 232 with most or all of his hand.

[0023] refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 , the handle 212 can rotate about the rotation axis 216 from the first position to the second position. More specifically, the first arm 224 is coupled to the first side 244 of the housing 104 at the first pivot point 236, and the second arm 228 is coupled to the second side 248 of the housing 104 at the second pivot point 240. The length of the handle extends along the arms 224, 228 and the hand engaging portion 232 between the first pivot point 236 and the second pivot point 240. In one embodiment, the pivot points 236, 240 are defined by fasteners (e.g., threaded fasteners, rivets, etc.) that couple the handle 212 to the housing 104. The rotation axis 216 extends through the two pivot points 236, 240 of the handle. The second position is a storage position and a lowered position. In the second position, the two arms 224, 228 extend forward rather than upward, extending partially around the front of the housing 104. The second position is rotationally offset from the first position by approximately ninety degrees. The second position is a storage position, which reduces the overall height of the vacuum device 100.

[0024] refer to Figure 6 to Figure 7, each of the first arm 224 and the second arm 228 of the handle 212 includes a plurality of detent features 252, 256 that selectively engage recesses 260 in the housing 104 to maintain the handle in the first position and the second position unless a force is applied to the handle of a magnitude sufficient to remove the detent features 252, 256 from the recesses 260. In other embodiments, the arms 224, 228 may include a single detent feature that engages each recess in the housing 104. In other embodiments, the detent features 252, 256 and the recesses 260 may be interchanged.

[0025] The handle 212 defines a bracket 220 that receives the hose 172. The bracket 220 has a generally U-shaped (e.g., semicircular) cross-section that is sized to receive the generally circular cross-section of the hose 172. In the illustrated embodiment, each of the first arm 224 and the second arm 228 and the hand engaging portion 232 form a portion of the bracket 220. Figure 1 As shown, the majority of the length of the hose 172 (between the first end 180 and the second end 184) is positioned within the bracket 220. The corrugated body 180 of the hose 172 is substantially entirely (e.g., at least 90%, at least 95%) received within the bracket 220. As shown, positioning the hose 172 within the bracket 220 is a storage position for the hose 172. In use, the hose 172 may be removed from the bracket 220 (e.g., may be completely removed) so that the second end 184 of the hose 172 may be moved to collect debris from different areas around the vacuum device 100.

[0026] In some embodiments, the handle 212 and / or the housing 104 defines a retention member 264 that receives the hose 172 adjacent the second end 184 of the hose 172 to retain the hose within the cradle 220. As shown, the retention member 264 is a clip secured to the housing 104 within a recess sized to receive the cuff 192. In operation, when a user repositions the hose 172 within the cradle 220 (e.g., after using the portable vacuum device 100), the user inserts a portion of the cuff 192 between the clip 264 and the housing 104, thereby inserting a portion of the clip 264 within the opening of the hose 172, causing the clip 264 to elastically deform to engage and retain the cuff 192 relative to the housing 104. In other embodiments, the retention member 264 may be formed as a detent or recess formed within the housing that receives and engages (e.g., friction fit, detent, etc.) the cuff 192 to retain the hose 172 within the cradle 220. In other embodiments, the handle 212 (eg, the second arm 228 of the handle 212) may include a retention member.

[0027] The hose 172 is positioned within the bracket 220 defined by the handle 212, and rotation of the handle between the first position and the second position also rotates the hose 172. Because the hose is flexible, rotation of the handle 212 does not cause the first end 180 of the hose 172 to fall off from the inlet 148 of the housing 104, or the second end 184 to fall off from the engagement feature 264. In this way, the hose 172 is configured to remain in the storage position of the hose 172 when the handle 212 is rotated between the first position and the second position. The pivot points 236, 240 are positioned in front of the handle 212 (i.e., offset in the direction of rotation of the handle 212 from the first position to the second position). Therefore, the rotation axis 216 defined by the pivot points 236, 240 is also offset (i.e., does not overlap) the handle 212 and the hose 172 positioned therein. By offsetting the pivot points 236, 240 from the hose 172, the hose 172 is more easily rotated without getting stuck, compared to a position where the hose overlaps the pivot points 236, 240. In other words, if the hose 172 is aligned with the pivot points 236, 240, the hose will be significantly stretched and compressed at the pivot points 236, 240 when it rotates between the first position and the second position. By offsetting the pivot points 236, 240 from the hose 172, the hose 172 rotates around the pivot points 236, 240 at a certain distance, thereby maintaining a larger radius of the hose 172 and preventing the hose 172 from getting stuck or curled. Further, because the use position of the hose 172 substantially separates the hose 172 from the handle 212, the hose 172 is similarly configured to remain in the use position of the hose 172 when the handle is rotated between the first position and the second position. When the handle is in the first position or the second position, the user can secure the hose 172 to the handle 212 or remove the hose from the handle.

[0028] refer to Figure 1 In the first position, the vacuum device 100 has an overall height h1 measured vertically upward from a generally horizontal surface on which the vacuum device rests. The height h1 of the vacuum device 100 in the first position extends from the base 112 in contact with the horizontal surface to the hose 172 positioned within the bracket 220 of the handle 212. In the second position, as shown in FIG. Figure 3 As shown, the vacuum device 100 has an overall height h2 measured vertically that is less than the height h1. The height h2 is measured from the base 112 in contact with the horizontal surface to the uppermost surface. In some embodiments, the uppermost surface is the handle 212 in the lowered storage position. In other embodiments, rotating the handle 212 to the storage position positions the handle completely below the top 108 of the housing 104, so that the uppermost surface is the top 108 of the housing.

[0029] The portable vacuum device includes: a vacuum housing including a motor housing, an inlet, a dust collection chamber, and a first airflow passage extending from the inlet to the dust collection chamber; a motor positioned in the motor chamber and configured to drive an impeller to generate an airflow; a hose defining a second airflow passage between a first end of the hose and a second end of the hose, the first end being coupled to the inlet of the vacuum housing; and a handle coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable relative to the vacuum housing between a first position and a second position about a rotation axis, wherein the handle defines a bracket configured to receive the hose. The hose rotates with the handle between the first position and the second position. In some embodiments, the hose is selectively removable from the bracket of the handle, the first end of the hose being coupled to the inlet of the vacuum housing. In some embodiments, the handle includes a first arm coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable relative to the vacuum housing at a first pivot point about the rotation axis, a second arm coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable relative to the vacuum housing at a second pivot point about the rotation axis, wherein the first pivot point is located on a first side of the vacuum housing, and wherein the second pivot point is located on a second side of the vacuum housing opposite to the first side of the vacuum housing. In some embodiments, the hand engaging portion extends transversely to the first arm and the second arm and couples the first arm with the second arm. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the first arm, at least a portion of the second arm, and at least a portion of the hand engaging portion define a bracket configured to receive a hose. In some embodiments, the bracket of the handle has a substantially U-shaped cross-section configured to receive the hose therein. In some embodiments, the vacuum housing includes a base configured to engage the ground during normal operation; when the handle is in a first position, the portable vacuum device has a first height measured vertically upward from the base; when the handle is in a second position, the portable vacuum device has a second height measured vertically upward from the base, the second height being less than the first height. In some embodiments, the handle rotates approximately ninety degrees between the first position and the second position. In some embodiments, the hose is a flexible hose such that the first end of the hose engages with the inlet of the vacuum housing in both the first position and the second position. In some embodiments, the hose is a corrugated hose. In some embodiments, the pawl is configured to selectively retain the handle in the first position and the second position. In some embodiments, the retaining member is configured to engage a portion of the hose adjacent to the second end of the hose. In some embodiments, the second end of the hose includes a socket, and the vacuum housing defines one or more accessory holders configured to receive a corresponding accessory tool that can be selectively coupled to the hose socket. In some embodiments, the portable vacuum device includes a removable and rechargeable battery that can be removed when the handle is in the first position and the second position. In some embodiments, when the handle is in the first position and the second position, the vacuum housing defines a recess configured to receive the second end of the hose.

[0030] The portable vacuum device includes: a vacuum housing defining an inlet; a hose defining an airflow path between a first end of the hose and a second end of the hose, the first end being coupled to the inlet of the vacuum housing; and a handle coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable relative to the vacuum housing between a first position and a second position about an axis of rotation. The handle defines a cradle configured to receive the hose. The handle includes a first arm coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable at a first pivot point, a second arm coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable at a second pivot point, and a hand engaging portion extending transversely to the first arm and the second arm and coupling the first arm to the second arm. The hose rotates with the handle between the first position and the second position, and the first pivot point and the second pivot point are offset from the hose positioned within the cradle. In some embodiments, at least a portion of the first arm, at least a portion of the second arm, and at least a portion of the hand engaging portion define a cradle configured to receive the hose.

[0031] A portable vacuum device includes: a vacuum housing defining an inlet; a handle having a length extending between a first pivot point and a second pivot point, the handle being coupled to the vacuum housing and being rotatable relative to the vacuum housing between a first position and a second position offset by approximately 90 degrees from the first position; and a hose coupled to the inlet of the vacuum housing and being configured to be attached to the handle in a storage position such that the hose extends along a majority of the length of the handle in the first position and the second position. In some embodiments, the hose is movable from the storage position to a use position, wherein in the use position, the hose is configured to be detached from the handle. In some embodiments, the handle is generally U-shaped between the first pivot point and the second pivot point, and a cross-section of the handle is generally U-shaped between the first pivot point and the second pivot point to define a cradle for receiving the hose in the storage position.

[0032] Although the subject matter has been described in detail with reference to certain preferred embodiments, variations and modifications exist within the scope of one or more independent aspects of the described subject matter.

Claims

1. A portable vacuum device, comprising: a vacuum housing including a motor housing, an inlet, a dust collecting chamber, and a first airflow passage extending from the inlet to the dust collecting chamber; a motor positioned within the motor chamber and configured to drive an impeller to generate an airflow; a hose defining a second airflow passage between a first end of the hose and a second end of the hose, the first end being coupled to the inlet of the vacuum housing; and a handle coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable about a rotational axis relative to the vacuum housing between a first position and a second position, wherein the handle defines a cradle configured to receive the hose, The hose rotates with the handle between the first position and the second position.

2. The portable vacuum device of claim 1, wherein: The hose is selectively removable from a bracket of the handle, and a first end of the hose is coupled to an inlet of the vacuum housing.

3. The portable vacuum device of claim 1, wherein: The handle includes a first arm connected to the vacuum housing and capable of rotating relative to the vacuum housing at a first pivot point around the rotation axis, and a second arm connected to the vacuum housing and capable of rotating relative to the vacuum housing at a second pivot point around the rotation axis, wherein the first pivot point is located on a first side of the vacuum housing, and wherein the second pivot point is located on a second side of the vacuum housing opposite to the first side of the vacuum housing.

4. The portable vacuum unit of claim 3, further comprising a hand engaging portion extending transversely to the first arm and the second arm and coupling the first arm to the second arm.

5. The portable vacuum device of claim 4, wherein: At least a portion of the first arm, at least a portion of the second arm, and at least a portion of the hand engaging portion define the cradle configured to receive the hose.

6. The portable vacuum device of claim 1, wherein: The bracket of the handle has a generally U-shaped cross-section configured to receive the hose therein.

7. The portable vacuum device of claim 1, wherein: The vacuum housing includes a base configured to engage the ground during normal operation, wherein when the handle is in the first position, the portable vacuum device has a first height measured vertically upward from the base, and wherein when the handle is in the second position, the portable vacuum device has a second height measured vertically upward from the base, the second height being less than the first height.

8. The portable vacuum device of claim 1, wherein: The handle rotates approximately ninety degrees between the first position and the second position.

9. The portable vacuum device of claim 1, wherein: The hose is a flexible hose such that a first end of the hose engages the inlet of the vacuum housing in both the first position and the second position.

10. The portable vacuum device of claim 9, wherein: The hose is a corrugated hose.

11. The portable vacuum unit of claim 1 , further comprising a pawl configured to selectively retain the handle in the first position and the second position.

12. The portable vacuum unit of claim 1, further comprising a retention member configured to engage a portion of the hose adjacent the second end of the hose.

13. The portable vacuum device of claim 1, wherein: The second end of the hose includes a socket, wherein the vacuum housing defines one or more accessory holders configured to receive a corresponding accessory tool selectively coupleable to the socket of the hose.

14. The portable vacuum device of claim 1, further comprising a removable and rechargeable battery, wherein: The removable and rechargeable battery is removable when the handle is in the first position and the second position.

15. The portable vacuum device of claim 1, wherein: The vacuum housing defines a recess configured to receive the second end of the hose when the handle is in the first position and the second position.

16. A portable vacuum device, the portable vacuum device comprising: a vacuum housing defining an inlet; a hose defining an airflow passage between a first end of the hose and a second end of the hose, the first end being coupled to an inlet of the vacuum housing, and a handle coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable about an axis of rotation relative to the vacuum housing between a first position and a second position, wherein the handle defines a cradle configured to receive the hose, wherein the handle includes a first arm coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable at a first pivot point, a second arm coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable at a second pivot point, and a hand engaging portion extending transversely to the first arm and the second arm and coupling the first arm to the second arm, wherein the hose rotates with the handle between the first position and the second position, and Wherein the first pivot point and the second pivot point are offset from the hose positioned within the bracket.

17. The portable vacuum device of claim 16, wherein: At least a portion of the first arm, at least a portion of the second arm, and at least a portion of the hand engaging portion define the cradle configured to receive the hose.

18. A portable vacuum device, the portable vacuum device comprising: a vacuum housing defining an inlet; a handle having a length extending between a first pivot point and a second pivot point, the handle coupled to the vacuum housing and rotatable relative to the vacuum housing between a first position and a second position approximately 90 degrees offset from the first position; as well as A hose is coupled to the inlet of the vacuum housing and is configured to be attached to the handle in the storage position such that the hose extends along a majority of the length of the handle in the first position and the second position.

19. The portable vacuum device of claim 18, wherein: The hose is movable from the storage position to a use position, wherein in the use position, the hose is configured to be separated from the handle.

20. The portable vacuum device of claim 18, wherein: The handle is generally U-shaped between the first pivot point and the second pivot point, and wherein a cross-section of the handle is generally U-shaped between the first pivot point and the second pivot point to define a cradle for receiving the hose in the storage position.

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