Tornado CK LW 13/1 Roam Cordless Commercial Upright Vacuum
$685.00
The Tornado CK LW 13/1 Roam (97300C) is a cordless commercial upright vacuum — 11 lbs, 480W brushless DC motor, 50-minute runtime on a 44V lithium-ion battery, 4,000 sq ft/hr productivity, 75 dB quiet operation, 13″ cleaning path, 2-stage CleanBreeze HEPA filtration, ultra-bright LED headlight, auto height adjustment, circuit breaker motor protection, and LEED/CIMS-GB qualifying. Battery and charger included. Free 6-pack of HEPA bags with purchase. 2-year parts / 2-year labor / 1-year battery warranty. Authorized Tornado dealer. Free shipping on orders over $30.
Tornado CK LW 13/1 Roam Cordless Commercial Upright Vacuum (97300C)
The Tornado CK LW 13/1 Roam (Catalog #97300C) is a battery-powered commercial upright vacuum that eliminates every operational constraint imposed by a power cord — no outlet hunting, no cord management across stairwells and hallways, no tripping hazard for building occupants, no waiting for a cord-accessible outlet in a congested area. The 480W brushless DC motor delivers commercial-grade cleaning performance from a machine weighing just 11 lbs, on a single battery charge that covers 4,000 square feet per hour for up to 50 minutes. 2-stage CleanBreeze HEPA filtration captures fine dust and allergens before exhaust air returns to the room. LEED and CIMS-GB qualifying. Priced at $685.00 (was $752.00). Battery and charger included. Comes with a free 6-pack of HEPA bags.
In a commercial building — hotel, school, office tower, hospital, retail store — the power cord on a standard upright vacuum forces the operator to make a decision every 30 to 50 feet: find the next outlet, unplug, re-plug, re-route the cord. In a busy hallway during occupied hours, a stretched cord across the floor is a trip-and-fall liability. In a hotel corridor at 6am, it’s a guest hazard. In a healthcare facility, outlet accessibility near patient areas is routinely constrained.
The Roam removes all of this. The operator picks up the vacuum, turns it on, and cleans — room to room, floor to floor, corridor to corridor — without stopping. The 50-minute runtime covers a standard commercial cleaning shift segment on a single charge. The 2.5-hour recharge means a fully depleted battery is ready again before the next shift. The interchangeable battery means a second battery can be swapped in and charged while the first is in use — no downtime at all for operations that run consecutive shifts.
Key Features of the Tornado CK LW 13/1 Roam
480W Brushless DC Motor — Commercial Performance, Extended Life
The 480W brushless DC motor is the engineering choice that separates the Roam from consumer cordless vacuums. Brushless DC motors have no carbon brushes to wear out — the primary failure mode of standard vacuum motors. They run cooler, last longer, and deliver consistent power throughout the battery discharge cycle rather than tapering off as the battery depletes. Commercial applications that run the vacuum across multiple shifts and thousands of hours of operation benefit directly from brushless motor longevity.
50-Minute Runtime — 4,000 Sq Ft Per Charge
The 44V 2.9Ah lithium-ion battery delivers up to 50 minutes of runtime — enough to clean approximately 3,300 sq ft at the machine’s rated 4,000 sq ft/hr productivity on a single charge. A standard hotel corridor floor of 8,000 sq ft typically requires two charges or one charge with a battery swap. The battery is interchangeable — remove and replace in seconds without tools.
11 lbs — Ultra-Lightweight for Stairs and Multi-Floor Cleaning
At 11 lbs, the Roam is lighter than most corded commercial uprights by 5–10 lbs. In multi-floor commercial buildings where stairwell cleaning requires carrying the vacuum between floors — or where the elevator isn’t accessible during cleaning hours — an 11-lb machine versus a 16–18-lb corded alternative directly reduces operator fatigue and injury risk over a full shift. The carry handle makes stair transport practical.
2-Stage CleanBreeze HEPA Filtration — Bag-Based System
The Roam uses a 2-stage CleanBreeze filter bag system. The disposable HEPA media bag (Part #90039) is the primary filtration stage — capturing fine dust, allergens, bacteria, and odors at the bag before anything reaches the motor or exhaust. The second filtration stage protects the motor and ensures exhaust air meets HEPA-grade filtration standards. Bag-based filtration means no dirty dust container to empty — the sealed bag is removed and discarded, keeping dust contained during changes. Replace monthly or when 2/3 full. Order replacement bags (Part #90039, 10-pack) →
Auto Height Adjustment — Carpet and Hard Floors
Automatic height adjustment detects the floor surface and adjusts the brushroll height automatically — no manual dial, no operator adjustment when transitioning from carpet to hard floor or back. In commercial buildings with mixed flooring — carpeted corridors, tile lobbies, hardwood meeting rooms — the operator moves through each surface without stopping to reconfigure the machine.
Polycarbonate Bottom Plate with Squeegee — Hard Floor Performance
The polycarbonate bottom plate with integrated squeegee creates a sealed airflow zone at the floor surface on hard floors, directing debris and fine dust into the airstream rather than scattering it ahead of the nozzle. The squeegee strip maintains the seal as the machine passes over surface irregularities. This is the feature that gives the Roam effective hard floor performance in addition to carpet — it’s not just a carpet vacuum pressed into hard floor use.
Metal Brushroll — Commercial Durability
The metal brushroll (agitator, Part #D012-2300) is built for commercial daily-use durability. Metal brushroll housings resist the cracking and warping that plastic brushroll frames develop under sustained commercial use. Brushroll belt replacement (Part #B014-0814B) is a routine maintenance item — the belt is accessible and replaceable without special tools.
Ultra-Bright LED Headlight — Under-Furniture Visibility
The ultra-bright LED headlight illuminates the cleaning path under furniture, bed frames, shelving, and in low-light areas — making debris visible that would otherwise be missed. In hotel rooms where under-bed cleaning is a standard requirement, the LED headlight is operationally essential.
75 dB — Quiet Enough for Occupied-Hours Cleaning
At 75 dB, the Roam operates below the threshold for guest or occupant disruption in most commercial settings. Hotels can clean occupied corridors without guest complaints. Schools can clean between class periods. Offices can be maintained during business hours. This is a lower noise level than most corded commercial uprights, which typically run 78–82 dB.
Circuit Breaker Motor Protection
Circuit breaker motor protection automatically cuts power to the motor if a blockage restricts airflow to a level that would cause motor overheating — protecting the motor from burnout. Reset is manual: clear the blockage, reset the breaker, resume cleaning. This is standard on commercial-grade machines and absent from most consumer cordless vacuums.
LEED and CIMS-GB Qualifying
The Roam meets the indoor air quality and cleaning performance requirements for LEED certification and CIMS-GB (Cleaning Industry Management Standard — Green Buildings). For facilities pursuing or maintaining green building certification, the Roam can contribute toward IAQ points in the cleaning equipment category.
What’s Included
Tornado CK LW 13/1 Roam vacuum (97300C)
44V lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Battery charger
One CleanBreeze disposable filter bag
Free 6-pack of HEPA-style bags with purchase (Twin City Vacuum promotion)
Replacement Bags for the Tornado CK LW 13/1 Roam
The Roam uses Tornado CleanBreeze HEPA filter bags, Part #90039 — 10 bags per pack, 7.4-quart capacity each. Replace monthly or when 2/3 full. Twin City Vacuum stocks these bags in Crystal, MN with free shipping on orders over $30.
Frequently Asked Questions — Tornado CK LW 13/1 Roam
Does the battery and charger come included?
Yes — the CK LW 13/1 Roam includes the 44V lithium-ion battery and charger. You also receive one CleanBreeze disposable filter bag and a free 6-pack of HEPA-style bags with purchase from Twin City Vacuum.
How long does the battery last and how long does it take to recharge?
Up to 50 minutes of runtime on a full charge. Recharge time is 2.5 hours. For operations requiring longer continuous cleaning, a second battery can be purchased — swap it in when the first depletes and charge the depleted battery while continuing to clean.
What bags does the CK LW 13/1 Roam use?
Tornado CleanBreeze HEPA filter bags, Part #90039 — 10 bags per pack, $22.99. Change monthly or when 2/3 full. Order bags →
What is the difference between the Roam and the CK ULW 13/1?
The Roam (97300C) is battery-powered cordless; the CK ULW 13/1 (TV280-W12-U) is corded. The CK ULW is 3 lbs lighter at 8 lbs. Both use the same 480W brushless motor, same 13″ cleaning width, and same CleanBreeze bags. Choose the Roam for cord-free operation across multiple floors and constrained spaces; choose the CK ULW when unlimited runtime matters more than cord freedom. Shop the CK ULW 13/1 →
Where can I get parts for the Tornado 97300?
Twin City Vacuum stocks genuine Tornado 97300 parts — belts, agitator, squeegee, motor assembly, nozzle cover, LED board, and more. Browse all 97300 parts → or call us at 763-535-0770.
Is Twin City Vacuum an authorized Tornado dealer?
Yes. Twin City Vacuum in Crystal, Minneapolis, MN is an authorized Tornado dealer. All units are genuine Tornado equipment backed by the full manufacturer warranty. Our in-house technicians service Tornado commercial equipment at our Crystal, MN location. Call us at 763-535-0770.
Buy the Tornado CK LW 13/1 Roam from Twin City Vacuum — Authorized Tornado Dealer
Twin City Vacuum ships the Tornado CK LW 13/1 Roam (97300C) to all 50 states. Every unit includes the battery, charger, one CleanBreeze bag, and a free 6-pack of HEPA bags.
✔ Authorized Tornado dealer — genuine equipment, full manufacturer warranty
✔ Battery and charger included — ready to use out of the box
✔ Free 6-pack HEPA bags with purchase
✔ 480W brushless DC motor — commercial grade, extended life
✔ 11 lbs — lightest commercial cordless upright in its class
✔ 50-minute runtime — 4,000 sq ft per charge
✔ 2-stage HEPA filtration — LEED and CIMS-GB qualifying
✔ Replacement bags and parts in stock
✔ Free shipping on orders over $30 to all 50 states
✔ In-house Tornado service and repair in Crystal, MN
