Powr-Flite 20 ft Vacuum Recovery Hose (No Cuffs) X8550

The Powr-Flite vacuum recovery hose (part# X8550) is a genuine Tacony OEM replacement part that carries dirty solution and debris from the cleaning wand back to the recovery tank on Powr-Flite carpet extractors. It is a 20-foot length of durable gray/black thermold hose supplied without cuffs, giving operators the reach to clean large rooms, hallways, and stairwells without constantly repositioning the machine.

Because it is the vacuum-side hose, the X8550 is one of the highest-wear parts on any portable or box extractor — it is dragged across floors, flexed around corners, and pinched in doorways all day long. Keeping a spare on the truck means a split hose never turns into a lost job.

Compatible Models for the Powr-Flite Vacuum Recovery Hose (X8550)

• Powr-Flite Pulsar Gamma 10-Gallon Carpet Extractor — PE200-G10-U
• Powr-Flite Pulsar Gamma 15-Gallon Carpet Extractor — PE200-G15-U
• Powr-Flite Carpet Extractor — PFX1080CW
• Powr-Flite Carpet Extractor — PFX1085EAWG

Signs your X8550 recovery hose needs replacing

Watch for cracks or splits in the hose wall, stiffness or permanent kinks, or a noticeable drop in water pickup even when the vacuum motor still sounds strong. A recovery hose that leaks air anywhere along its run bleeds suction away from the floor tool, leaving carpet wetter and dirtier than it should be. Any hissing or whistling under vacuum is a clear sign the hose is no longer sealing.

The X8550 ships as bulk 20-foot hose without cuffs, so it can be cut to your preferred working length and fitted with the correct 1-1/2 in hose cuff (part# K1112). Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing Powr-Flite equipment since 1956, and we stock the matching cuffs and solution hoses to rebuild your hose set completely. Browse the full Powr-Flite Pulsar Gamma parts and accessories here, or learn more about the machine at the Powr-Flite manufacturer site.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Powr-Flite vacuum recovery hose (part# X8550) do on a Pulsar carpet extractor?

The X8550 is the flexible 20 ft recovery hose that pulls dirty water and debris up from the floor tool and carries it back into the machine’s recovery tank. It is the vacuum-side hose, so any crack, split, or loose cuff on it shows up immediately as weak suction and streaky, slow-drying carpet.

How do I know if my X8550 recovery hose needs replacing?

Replace the hose when you see cracks or splits along the thermold wall, when it has become stiff or kinked, or when the machine leaves carpet wetter than it used to even though the vacuum motor sounds normal. A recovery hose that leaks air anywhere along its length steals suction from the wand, so a hose that whistles or hisses under vacuum is due for replacement.

What models is the Powr-Flite vacuum recovery hose (part# X8550) compatible with?

The X8550 20 ft recovery hose fits the Powr-Flite Pulsar Gamma PE200-G10-U and PE200-G15-U carpet extractors as well as the earlier Powr-Flite PFX1080CW and PFX1085EAWG extractors. It is supplied without cuffs so it can be trimmed to length and fitted with the correct 1-1/2 in cuff (part# K1112) for your machine.

How do I order the Powr-Flite vacuum recovery hose (part# X8550) or get help?

You can add the Powr-Flite vacuum recovery hose (part# X8550) 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 Powr-Flite 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.