CleanMax CM-WAV Sealing Washer 11385

The CleanMax CM-WAV Sealing Washer (part# 11385) is a sealing washer used on the CM-WAV wide-area vacuum at a fastener that must seal as well as clamp, closing off an opening so air does not leak past the bolt.

Compatible Models for the Sealing Washer

• CleanMax CM-WAV Wide Area Vacuum (wide-track commercial upright)

This is a genuine Tacony hardware item used on the CleanMax CM-WAV. The same size fastener may appear on other Tacony machines; call 763-535-0770 if you would like us to confirm the exact part for your model.

What the Sealing Washer does

Unlike a plain washer, a sealing washer carries a bonded or captive seal so that, when tightened, it closes the gap around the fastener as well as spreading the clamping load. On the CM-WAV it is used where a screw or stud passes through a wall of the airway or housing and that penetration must stay airtight to protect suction or keep dust in.

Signs the Sealing Washer needs replacing

Replace the sealing washer if its seal is hardened, cracked, or compressed flat so it no longer closes the joint, or whenever the fastener it seals is removed for service (the seal takes a set once compressed). A small air leak or dust weep at a bolt head is a sign the sealing washer has failed and should be renewed rather than simply retorqued.

Installation and fit

Fit the new 11385 sealing washer under the fastener head with the seal facing the surface it must close against, and tighten to seat the seal without over-crushing it. Confirm the joint no longer leaks before use. Twin City Vacuum has sold and serviced CleanMax equipment since 1956, and every part is sourced directly from Tacony. Browse more CleanMax parts, or learn more at CleanMax.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Sealing Washer do on the CleanMax CM-WAV?

It seals as well as clamps — its captive seal closes the gap around a fastener that passes through the airway or housing so air or dust cannot leak past.

How do I know if my CM-WAV sealing washer needs replacing?

Replace it if the seal is hardened, cracked or crushed flat, or if there is an air leak or dust weep at the fastener. Renew it any time the fastener is removed.

What models is the Sealing Washer (part# 11385) compatible with?

The Sealing Washer (part# 11385) is listed for the CleanMax CM-WAV wide-area commercial upright. If you run a different CleanMax model and are unsure whether this part fits, call 763-535-0770 and we will confirm it against your machine.

How do I order the Sealing Washer (part# 11385) or get help?

You can add the Sealing Washer (part# 11385) 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 CleanMax equipment since 1956 and can confirm the right part for your CM-WAV.

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