Tornado Strike Magnet with Screw K41011180

The Magnet with Screw (part# K41011180) is the magnet the Tornado Strike’s position sensing reads, supplied together with the screw that holds it. On a machine that decides what to do based on whether it is upright or reclined, this small component is what the electronics are actually sensing.

Compatible Models for the Magnet with Screw

• 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# K41011180, so there is no cross-model substitution to worry about when you order it.

What the Magnet with Screw does

The Strike knows when it is parked upright and when it has been reclined for use, and it behaves differently in each position. That detection is magnetic rather than mechanical — there is no switch to wear out or fill with grit — and this magnet is one half of the pair. The sensor on the other side reads its field through the housing, which is why a magnet that has moved, cracked or lost strength produces a machine that behaves as though it is in the wrong position.

Signs the Magnet with Screw needs replacing

Suspect it when the brush motor will not start with the machine reclined, or keeps running when it is stood upright; when the machine’s behaviour changes if you press or wiggle the area around the magnet; or when the electronics report a position fault. Physically, replace it if the magnet is cracked, has come loose from its seat, or its screw has stripped. Rule out the parking position sensor on the back assembly first — the two produce identical symptoms.

Fitting the Magnet with Screw

The magnet sits in a moulded seat and is held by the screw supplied with it. Note the orientation before removing the old one, because a magnet fitted the other way round presents the wrong pole to the sensor and the machine will behave exactly as if the magnet were missing. Seat the replacement fully, tighten the screw to firm without crushing the magnet, and test the machine through upright and reclined positions before closing up.

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 Magnet do on the Tornado Strike?

It is the magnet that the machine’s position sensing reads, telling the electronics whether the Strike is parked upright or reclined for use so the brush motor behaves correctly in each position.

How do I know if my Magnet with Screw needs replacing?

The brush motor not starting when reclined, or continuing to run when the machine is stood upright, especially if the behaviour changes when you press near the magnet. Also a cracked magnet, one loose in its seat, or a stripped screw. Check the parking position sensor too — it gives identical symptoms.

What models is the Magnet with Screw (part# K41011180) 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# K41011180.

How do I order the Magnet with Screw (part# K41011180) or get help?

You can add the Magnet with Screw (part# K41011180) 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.