Tornado Strike Sleeve, Axle K47755840

The Axle Sleeve (part# K47755840) is the plain bearing that lets a pivot or axle on the Tornado Strike turn without metal running directly on plastic. It is called for in more than one place on the machine, which is why it is worth having a couple in the drawer rather than ordering one at a time.

Compatible Models for the Sleeve, Axle

• 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# K47755840, so there is no cross-model substitution to worry about when you order it.

What the Sleeve, Axle does

A sleeve is the cheapest bearing there is and it works by being the sacrificial surface. The axle wears the sleeve instead of the housing, so when the joint gets sloppy you replace a few dollars of plastic rather than the moulding it sits in. It also keeps the joint quiet: most of the small rattles that develop in a machine of this age are sleeves that have worn oval and let the axle knock.

Signs the Sleeve, Axle needs replacing

Replace it when the joint it supports has visible play, when the machine has developed a knock or rattle that changes when the joint is loaded by hand, or when the sleeve itself is split, scored or has worn out of round. Because the sleeve is meant to be the part that wears, a sloppy joint with a sleeve that still looks perfect is worth a second look — that usually means the axle or the housing has taken the wear instead.

Fitting the Sleeve, Axle

The sleeve presses into its housing and the axle passes through it. Clean the bore before fitting and check the axle itself for scoring while everything is apart — fitting a new sleeve onto a ridged axle will chew it out again quickly. Press the sleeve in square rather than driving it at an angle, and check the joint moves freely without slop before reassembling.

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 Axle Sleeve do on the Tornado Strike?

It is a plain bearing that sits between an axle and its housing, taking the wear itself so the moulding does not, and keeping the joint quiet and free of play.

How do I know if my Axle Sleeve needs replacing?

Visible play in the joint it supports, a knock or rattle that changes when you load the joint by hand, or a sleeve that is split, scored or worn out of round.

What models is the Sleeve, Axle (part# K47755840) 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# K47755840, though it is used in more than one place on the Strike itself.

How do I order the Sleeve, Axle (part# K47755840) or get help?

You can add the Sleeve, Axle (part# K47755840) 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.