Tornado Strike Foam 3 K62861883

Foam 3 (part# K62861883) is the third of the nine acoustic foams that pack the motor compartment of the Tornado Strike TV190-W10-U. It is cut for its own position in the stack and carries its own part number for that reason.

Compatible Models for the Foam 3

• 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# K62861883, so there is no cross-model substitution to worry about when you order it.

What the Foam 3 does

Beyond absorbing noise, the foam set holds the suction motor steady in its housing. A motor that can move even slightly transmits vibration into the body of the machine, and vibration is what loosens fixings, chafes wiring and eventually cracks plastic bosses. So the foams are doing quiet structural work as well as acoustic work.

Signs the Foam 3 needs replacing

Watch for a machine that has developed a buzz or a rattle under load rather than simply getting louder overall — that usually means the motor has room to move, which means a foam somewhere in the stack has collapsed. Also look for foam that has been compressed flat on one face and never recovered, which is common on whichever pieces take the clamping load from the cover.

Fitting the Foam 3

Photograph the stack before removing anything. Fit the replacement into its own space, check the motor is held firmly once all the foams are in, and make sure no piece is overlapping another or folded at an edge. Close the cover and run the machine briefly, listening for buzz or rattle before it goes 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

My machine buzzes under load. Is that a foam problem?

It often is. A buzz or rattle that appears under load usually means the suction motor is able to move in its housing, and a collapsed foam somewhere in the stack is the common cause. Check the motor fixings and the motor seal at the same time.

Do the foams affect suction?

Not directly — they are not filters and they are not in the airway. Their job is noise and vibration. Suction problems belong to the bag, the cartridge, the hose and the seals.

Are the nine foams sold as a set?

No. Tacony numbers and sells them individually, so you can replace only the pieces that have failed. Call 763-535-0770 if you want to order several at once.

How do I order the Foam 3 (part# K62861883) or get help?

You can add the Foam 3 (part# K62861883) 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.