Pivot Bushing B220-4414

Fitting 21 models across 4 Tacony brands — Tornado, Riccar, Simplicity and CleanMax — the Pivot Bushing (part# B220-4414) is a genuine OEM replacement built to the original specification. This is a shared Tacony OEM part — the same B220-4414 fits Tornado, Riccar, Simplicity and CleanMax models — see the full Compatible Models list below.

On the Tornado Roam / 97300 / 97300C, the pivot bushing rides in the neck joint where the handle meets the cleaning head, giving the pivot a low-friction, close-tolerance bearing. A good bushing lets the handle tilt and turn without slop, so the machine steers precisely and the neck does not rattle.

Replace the pivot bushing if it is worn, cracked, or has developed play so the neck feels loose or steering has become vague. A worn bushing lets the handle wobble at the pivot, which makes the machine harder to control and accelerates wear on the coupling. Renewing it restores a tight, smooth pivot.

Compatible Models for the Pivot Bushing

Part# B220-4414 is a genuine Tacony component shared across multiple brands. Confirmed fitment includes the following models:

• Tornado: Roam 97300, TV280, Roam 97300C
• Riccar: R10CV, R10D, R10P, R10S, R10SAND, R17, R50TAP, PRIMAP
• Simplicity: S10CV, S10D, S10P, S10S, S10SAND, SC10CV, WONDERP
• CleanMax: Zoom ZM-500, Zoom ZM-700, Zoom ZM-800

Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing Tornado equipment since 1956, and the Pivot Bushing (part# B220-4414) ships from our shop at 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428. Browse the complete Tornado Roam 97300 / 97300C parts catalog for matching components, or view the machine on the manufacturer’s site at tornadovac.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the pivot bushing do?

The pivot bushing (part# B220-4414) is the bushing at the neck pivot that lets the handle recline and steer smoothly while holding the joint tight and rattle-free. It is the low-friction bearing surface the neck turns on.

How do I know the pivot bushing is worn?

If the neck feels stiff, gritty, or sloppy when you recline or steer, the bushing has worn and the pivot is no longer running smoothly. Fitting a fresh B220-4414 restores an easy, tight pivot.

Can I replace the pivot bushing myself?

Yes — it presses into the neck pivot once the joint is opened and reseats without special tools. Inspect the neck-coupling halves at the same time since you are in that area.

Which vacuums use the pivot bushing (part# B220-4414)?

It fits the Tornado Roam 97300 and 97300C — the Compatible Models list above shows every compatible machine.

Questions about the Pivot Bushing (part# B220-4414)? Call us at 763-535-0770 or visit 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428.