Tornado Strike Seal, Vacuum Motor K53635510

The vacuum motor seal (part# K53635510) is the gasket that sits between the suction motor and the housing it mounts in on the Tornado Strike TV190-W10-U. It is a five-dollar part that decides how much of the motor’s work reaches the floor, and it is routinely re-used when it should not be.

Compatible Models for the Seal, Vacuum Motor

• 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# K53635510, so there is no cross-model substitution to worry about when you order it.

What the Seal, Vacuum Motor does

The seal closes the gap around the motor so that the air the motor pulls has to come through the bag and the cleaning head rather than leaking in from inside the machine. It also isolates the motor from the housing mechanically, which is part of why the Strike is as quiet as it is. Like any compression gasket, it takes a permanent set once it has been clamped and heated for a few hundred hours.

Signs the Seal, Vacuum Motor needs replacing

You will rarely see this one fail outright. What you get instead is suction that is a little disappointing with everything else in order, and a machine that sounds slightly harsher than it used to. Take the motor out and look at the seal: if it is flattened, glazed, split at a corner or has taken the shape of the housing permanently, it is no longer sealing under vacuum even if it looks intact sitting on the bench.

Fitting the Seal, Vacuum Motor

Always fit a new seal whenever the suction motor comes out — it costs almost nothing next to the job of taking the machine apart twice. Clean the seating face before fitting, locate the seal all the way round, and make sure it is not pinched or twisted anywhere before the motor is drawn down. Tighten the motor fixings evenly so the seal compresses squarely rather than being crushed on one side.

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

Should I replace the seal every time the motor comes out?

Yes. It is a compression gasket that takes a permanent set, and the cost of the part is trivial compared with opening the machine again. Fit a new one as a matter of course.

Does the vacuum motor come with a seal?

No. The motor (part# K46101083) is supplied bare; this seal and the acoustic foams are separate part numbers.

Can I use silicone sealant instead?

No. The seal has to compress and release when the motor is serviced, and sealant bonds the motor into the housing, makes the next repair destructive, and can find its way into the impeller. Fit the proper gasket.

How do I order the Seal, Vacuum Motor (part# K53635510) or get help?

You can add the Seal, Vacuum Motor (part# K53635510) 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.