Tornado Tempest Brushroll Ball Bearing 6202-2RS K44011980

The Tornado Tempest brushroll ball bearing (part# K44011980) is the sealed bearing the brushroll axle runs in, with two fitted, one at each end. The parts book records its type as 6202-2RS — a standard 15mm-bore deep-groove ball bearing with rubber seals on both faces.

The 2RS suffix is the part of that designation that matters here. It means the bearing is sealed on both sides rather than shielded, which keeps the carpet fibre and fine grit thrown around inside a sweeper out of the raceway. An open or shielded bearing in this position would take dust in within weeks. The sealing is also why these bearings give no warning: they run cleanly until the seal is breached, and then they fail quite quickly.

Compatible Models for the Brushroll Ball Bearing 6202-2RS

• Tornado Tempest Wide-Area Cordless Carpet Vacuum Sweeper — Model TV400-W26-U

Symptoms that point to the bearings

• Rumbling or grinding that changes with brushroll speed.
• The brushroll does not spin freely by hand, or spins roughly.
• Play at the brush end when rocked by hand.
• Heat at the bearing housing after a run.
• Reduced battery runtime with no other cause — a dragging bearing costs current.

Fitting notes

Remove the battery pack before starting. The bearings seat in the bearing flanges (part# K52530260) at each end of the brushroll. Replace both together even if only one has failed — they have done identical work. Clear any wound fibre from the housings, and check the axle (part# K40409820) for scoring where the bearings run; a scored axle will take out new bearings quickly.

Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing Tornado equipment since 1956. Browse the full Tornado Tempest parts range, or see the Tornado Tempest TV400-W26-U machine. Manufacturer information is at tornadovac.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the brushroll bearings do on the Tornado Tempest?

They support the brushroll axle at each end so the brush turns freely under the load of being pressed into carpet. They are sealed 6202-2RS type bearings.

How do I know if my brushroll bearings need replacing?

Rumbling or grinding that tracks brushroll speed, a brushroll that does not spin freely by hand, play at the brush end, or heat at the housing after a run. Reduced battery runtime is another clue — a dragging bearing costs current.

What models is this bearing (part# K44011980) compatible with?

The Tornado Tempest TV400-W26-U wide-area cordless carpet sweeper. PartSmart lists it against the Tempest alone, and two are fitted per machine.

Should I replace both bearings at once?

Yes. They have done identical work, they are inexpensive, and a second strip-down to do the other one costs far more in labour than the bearing does.

How do I order the brushroll bearing (part# K44011980) or get help?

You can add the brushroll bearing (part# K44011980) 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.