Tornado Strike Foam 2 K62861873

Foam 2 (part# K62861873) is the second of the nine numbered acoustic foams in the motor compartment of the Tornado Strike TV190-W10-U. Each has its own cut and its own place, and the set is what makes a commercial battery upright quiet enough to run in an occupied building during the day.

Compatible Models for the Foam 2

• 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# K62861873, so there is no cross-model substitution to worry about when you order it.

What the Foam 2 does

Sound insulation is not a comfort feature on this class of machine, it is what lets it be used at all in offices, schools and healthcare settings while people are present. The foams do that by absorbing motor noise inside the housing rather than letting it radiate out through the panels, and by damping the panels themselves so they do not act as sounding boards.

Signs the Foam 2 needs replacing

The tell is gradual. A machine that operators used to run in occupied areas starts drawing comments, and nothing obvious has changed. Open the rear cover and check every foam: hardened, crumbling, permanently compressed or oil-soaked foam has stopped absorbing, even though it still fills the space it sits in. A foam that no longer springs back when pressed is finished.

Fitting the Foam 2

With the battery out and the rear cover off, replace the foam into the same space it came from, uncompressed and unfolded. Take the opportunity to wipe fine dust out of the compartment while it is open, since dust settling into the foam is what shortens its life. Refit the cover with the screws snug rather than tight so the foams are held, not crushed.

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

How long do these foams normally last?

There is no fixed interval — it depends on hours, heat and how dusty the environment is. The practical answer is to inspect them any time the rear cover is off and replace anything that has hardened, crumbled or stopped springing back.

Is a louder machine actually a problem?

For a commercial operator, yes. Noise is usually what decides whether a machine can be used during occupied hours, and that decides how the cleaning schedule works.

Can I wash the old foams instead of replacing them?

No. Washing does not restore foam that has hardened or compressed, and a wet foam put back into a motor compartment causes worse problems than the noise did.

How do I order the Foam 2 (part# K62861873) or get help?

You can add the Foam 2 (part# K62861873) 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.