Reducer 3/8″ to 1/4″ PC20
$4.99
Genuine Tacony OEM 3/8 inch to 1/4 inch reducer (part# PC20) for the Tornado Marathon SE 900 (Model 98170) and Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S solution plumbing. Steps a line down in one fitting instead of a stack of adapters.
The Reducer 3/8″ to 1/4″ (part# PC20) is a genuine Tacony OEM replacement part from the chassis assembly of the Tornado Marathon SE 900 self-contained carpet extractor. It is the reducing fitting that steps a 3/8 inch connection down to 1/4 inch in the solution plumbing.
What the Reducer 3/8″ to 1/4″ does
Line size is chosen for the flow it has to carry, and a reducer is how a run gets from the size the pump wants to the size a component accepts. Making that step in a single purpose-built fitting keeps the transition smooth and adds only one joint, where the improvised version, a bushing into an adapter into a nipple, adds three and restricts flow more than it needs to.
When to replace the Reducer 3/8″ to 1/4″ (PC20)
Replace it when either end is damaged or will not seal, when the body is cracked or distorted, or when the wrench flats have been rounded. Persistent seepage at a reducer that has been resealed correctly means the fitting itself has had enough.
Reducer PC20 — fitment and installation notes
Get the orientation right at assembly, since a reducer that is fitted backwards will simply not go together and forcing it damages both threads. Seal each end in the direction of its thread, tighten to a firm seat, and support the component the reducer threads into rather than putting the load through it. Tacony builds the Tornado Marathon SE 900 and the Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S on a single machine platform, so this component carries across both brands rather than belonging to either one. It is a shared Tacony component and may fit additional models beyond those listed — call us and we will confirm against your serial number.
Compatible Models for the Reducer 3/8″ to 1/4″
- Tornado Marathon SE 900 — Model 98170
- Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S
- Powr-Flite PFX900SG
Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing commercial floor-care equipment since 1956 from 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428. We stock genuine Tacony parts and ship nationwide. Browse the full Tornado 98170 parts catalogue, or see the manufacturer at tornadovac.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Reducer 3/8″ to 1/4″ do on the Tornado Marathon SE 900?
Line size is chosen for the flow it has to carry, and a reducer is how a run gets from the size the pump wants to the size a component accepts. Making that step in a single purpose-built fitting keeps the transition smooth and adds only one joint, where the improvised version, a bushing into an adapter into a nipple, adds three and restricts flow more than it needs to.
How do I know if my Reducer 3/8″ to 1/4″ needs replacing?
Replace it when either end is damaged or will not seal, when the body is cracked or distorted, or when the wrench flats have been rounded. Persistent seepage at a reducer that has been resealed correctly means the fitting itself has had enough.
What models is the Reducer 3/8″ to 1/4″ (part# PC20) compatible with?
The Tornado Marathon SE 900 (Model 98170), the Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S and the PFX900SG. It is a shared Tacony part and may fit further models; call us to confirm.
How do I order the Reducer 3/8″ to 1/4″ (part# PC20) or get help?
You can add the Reducer 3/8″ to 1/4″ (part# PC20) directly to your cart on this page, or call us at 763-535-0770. Our staff at 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428 has been servicing Tornado equipment since 1956 and can help confirm the right part for your machine.
