Tornado Hose 3/8″ O.D. x 36″ 32192

The Tornado Hose 3/8″ O.D. x 36″ (part# 32192) is a genuine OEM solution line used in the pump circuit of Tornado carpet extractors. The length is not arbitrary: the solution circuit on these machines uses several pre-cut 3/8-inch hoses of different lengths — 7-1/2″, 22″ and 36″ among them — and each is routed to a specific run. Ordering by length rather than by eye is the difference between a hose that sits naturally and one that kinks against the chassis.

Compatible Models for the Hose 3/8″ O.D. x 36″

This part fits the following Tornado machines:

• Tornado 98168 20″ Marathon 1200 Carpet Extractor (12 Gallon 115V) — all series
• Tornado 98168 12 Gallon Self Contained Carpet Extractor
• Tornado 98169 20″ Marathon 1200 Carpet Extractor (12 Gallon 115V)
• Tornado 98166 20″ Marathon 800 Carpet Extractor (8 Gallon 115V)
• Tornado 98167 20″ Marathon 800 Carpet Extractor (8 Gallon 230V)
• Tornado 98164 MWH-800 8-Gallon Self-Contained Carpet Extractor

Solution hose fails in three recognisable ways. It goes hard and loses its grip at the quick-disconnects, so the joint weeps under pressure; it develops a kink at a tight bend that restricts flow and shows up as weak spray; or it splits at a barb, usually after being pushed on and pulled off enough times. The first two are the common ones, and both are easy to confirm with the pump running and the machine on its side.

Replace by length, not by cutting a longer hose down. A hose cut too short pulls its fitting sideways and starts the next leak; a hose left too long loops where it can chafe on the chassis or foul the brush drive. If you are replacing one line because it failed, it is worth inspecting the other two at the same time, since they are the same age and have seen the same detergent and heat.

Relieve pressure before you disconnect anything, and push the new hose fully home on the barb before securing the quick-disconnect — a hose seated halfway will hold at rest and leak under 100 PSI, which is the most frustrating kind of leak to chase.

Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing Tornado equipment since 1956 and stocks all three solution-hose lengths for this machine family. Browse every assembly for this machine on the Tornado 98168 Marathon 1200 parts hub, and see the manufacturer’s range at tornadovac.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Hose 3/8″ O.D. x 36″ (part# 32192) do on a Tornado carpet extractor?

It carries pressurised cleaning solution from the pump circuit to the spray head. It is one of several pre-cut 3/8-inch lines on the machine, each sized for a specific run.

How do I know if my solution hose needs replacing?

Look for weeping at a quick-disconnect under pressure, a kink at a tight bend that weakens the spray, or a split at a barb. Hardening is the underlying cause of the first two — a hose that no longer feels supple will not seal reliably.

What models is the Hose 3/8″ O.D. x 36″ (part# 32192) compatible with?

It fits the Tornado 98168 20″ Marathon 1200 Carpet Extractor (12 Gallon 115V) — all series, the Tornado 98168 12 Gallon Self Contained Carpet Extractor, the Tornado 98169 20″ Marathon 1200 Carpet Extractor (12 Gallon 115V), the Tornado 98166 20″ Marathon 800 Carpet Extractor (8 Gallon 115V), the Tornado 98167 20″ Marathon 800 Carpet Extractor (8 Gallon 230V) and the Tornado 98164 MWH-800 8-Gallon Self-Contained Carpet Extractor. Not sure which machine you have? Call us at 763-535-0770 with your model and serial number and we will confirm it before you order.

How do I order the Hose 3/8″ O.D. x 36″ (part# 32192) or get help?

You can add the Hose 3/8″ O.D. x 36″ (part# 32192) 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.

Questions? Call us at 763-535-0770 or visit us at 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428.