12″ Chain X9068

The Chain X9068 is a genuine OEM 12-inch replacement chain used in the tank assembly of several Tornado and Powr-Flite commercial extractors. It is a small, inexpensive part that does one simple job: it keeps a removable component tethered to the machine so it cannot be dropped into the tank, lost on a job site or walked off with.

What the Chain X9068 does

It is a 12-inch tether chain that lives in the tank assembly, and its job is to keep a removable component attached to the machine. On a self-contained extractor the tanks are opened, emptied and rinsed constantly, and anything that comes off during that routine is easy to drop, kick under a cart or leave behind on a job site. A few dollars of chain removes that problem.

When to replace the Chain X9068

Replace it when a link has opened, stretched or corroded through, when either end has pulled free of its mounting, or when it is simply gone — a very common state on a machine that has been in service a few seasons. There is nothing to adjust and nothing to set wrong: it is either intact and attached or it is not. If the part it was holding keeps turning up loose in the tank or on the floor, this is what to check.

Fitment notes for this part

This is a shared part. It appears in the tank assemblies of both Tornado-badged and Powr-Flite-badged machines, which is normal for this family — the Tornado Marathon SE 900 and the Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S are the same machine under two badges. Because it is shared, order by part number rather than by machine name. If you are not sure which machine you have, call us with the model and serial number from the data plate and we will confirm it before you order.

Compatible Models for the Chain X9068

• Tornado Marathon SE 900 — Model 98170
• Tornado 98834 Pro Spotter (formerly CFR35S)
• Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S
• Powr-Flite PFX900SG
• Powr-Flite PS35 Extractor

Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing Tornado equipment since 1956. The Chain X9068 is in stock and ships from our store at 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428. You can browse every assembly for this machine on our Tornado 98170 parts pages, and the manufacturer’s own machine information is at tornadovac.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this tank chain do?

It is a 12-inch tether chain that lives in the tank assembly, and its job is to keep a removable component attached to the machine. On a self-contained extractor the tanks are opened, emptied and rinsed constantly, and anything that comes off during that routine is easy to drop, kick under a cart or leave behind on a job site. A few dollars of chain removes that problem.

How do I know if the chain needs replacing?

Replace it when a link has opened, stretched or corroded through, when either end has pulled free of its mounting, or when it is simply gone — a very common state on a machine that has been in service a few seasons. There is nothing to adjust and nothing to set wrong: it is either intact and attached or it is not. If the part it was holding keeps turning up loose in the tank or on the floor, this is what to check.

What models is the Chain X9068 compatible with?

It is a shared part, used on the Tornado Marathon SE 900 (Model 98170) and the Tornado 98834 Pro Spotter, and on the Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S, Powr-Flite PFX900SG and Powr-Flite PS35 extractors. Order it by part number rather than by machine name, and call us with your model and serial number if you are not certain which machine you have.

How do I order the Chain X9068 or get help?

You can add it 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 this equipment since 1956 and can confirm the right part for your machine before you order.

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