Tornado Strike Crevice Tool K28892900

The Crevice Tool (part# K28892900) is the narrow flat tool that fits the Tornado Strike’s wand. It is the one accessory that reaches the places a floor head physically cannot — the edge where carpet meets skirting, the back of a stair tread, the gap beside a radiator, the seam of a seat cushion.

Compatible Models for the Crevice Tool

• Tornado Strike Cordless Upright Vacuum — Model TV190-W10-U

This is a Strike-only component: Tacony’s parts records list the Tornado Strike TV190-W10-U as the single machine that takes part# K28892900, so there is no cross-model substitution to worry about when you order it.

What the Crevice Tool does

Narrowing the opening raises air speed, which is what lifts grit out of a tight corner that a wide nozzle would simply pass over. That is also why the tip shape matters: a tip that has worn round or split loses the seal against the surface and the speed goes with it. On a commercial machine this is one of the most-used accessories and one of the most-lost, which is why it is worth keeping a spare.

Signs the Crevice Tool needs replacing

Replace it when the tip is cracked, split or worn visibly round; when the tool no longer grips the wand and falls off in use; when it has been crushed or melted; or when it simply has not come back from a job. A crevice tool that has to be held onto the wand is a dropped tool waiting to happen.

Fitting the Crevice Tool

It pushes straight onto the end of the wand. Clear any packed fibre from the wand end first — that is the usual cause of a tool that will not seat or one that feels loose. Push it fully home and give it a pull to confirm it stays, then test suction before putting the machine back into service.

Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing Tornado equipment since 1956. You can browse the rest of the machine on our Tornado Strike parts pages, and the manufacturer publishes specifications at tornadovac.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Crevice Tool do on the Tornado Strike?

It is the narrow tool that fits the wand and concentrates airflow into a small opening, so it can lift grit from edges, corners, stair treads and upholstery seams that the floor head cannot reach.

How do I know if my Crevice Tool needs replacing?

A cracked, split or visibly rounded tip, a tool that no longer grips the wand and falls off in use, or one that has been crushed or melted.

What models is the Crevice Tool (part# K28892900) compatible with?

The Tornado Strike TV190-W10-U cordless upright vacuum, and only that machine. Tacony’s parts records list no other model that takes part# K28892900.

How do I order the Crevice Tool (part# K28892900) or get help?

You can add the Crevice Tool (part# K28892900) 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 Tornado 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.