Tornado Tempest Filter Housing Spring Clip K73430140

The Tornado Tempest filter housing spring clip (part# K73430140) is a retaining clip used in two places on the TV400-W26-U cordless sweeper — the filter and blower assembly and the side broom. The Tempest uses four different spring clips; this one and part# K73430410 both span two assemblies, so we name each for the assembly that distinguishes it: this is the filter-housing clip, and K73430410 is the battery-housing clip.

A spring clip retains a shaft or pin by springing into a machined groove, holding by elastic tension rather than by friction or thread. That makes it removable for service without tools that would damage the shaft, but it also means its usefulness is entirely a function of remaining springiness. A clip that has been off and on a few times, or was levered off with a screwdriver, can sit in its groove looking perfectly correct while no longer gripping at all.

Compatible Models for the Filter Housing Spring Clip

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

When to replace it

• Any time it has been removed — fit a new one rather than reusing it.
• It does not snap positively into its groove.
• The clip is opened out, distorted or cracked.
• The component it retains has developed end float.
• A clip has been found missing during service.

Fitting notes

Remove the battery pack before starting. Use the correct pliers rather than levering with a screwdriver. Seat the clip fully in its groove all the way round, then check by trying to move the retained component axially — there should be no end float at all.

On pricing: Tacony does not currently list part# K73430140 in the dealer catalogue, so we do not publish a price for it rather than estimate one. Call 763-535-0770 and we will source it and quote you.

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 does this spring clip do on the Tornado Tempest?

It retains a shaft or pin by springing into a machined groove, holding the component in place while still allowing removal for service. It is used on the filter and blower and side broom assemblies.

How do I know if it needs replacing?

If it does not snap positively into its groove, is opened out or distorted, or if the component it retains has end float. As a rule, fit a new clip whenever one has been removed.

What models is this spring clip (part# K73430140) compatible with?

The Tornado Tempest TV400-W26-U wide-area cordless carpet sweeper. PartSmart lists it against the Tempest alone.

How is this different from part# K73430410?

Both are spring clips spanning two assemblies. Part# K73430140 is used on the filter and blower and side broom; part# K73430410 on the battery housing and side broom. They are not interchangeable — order by part number.

How do I order the spring clip (part# K73430140) or get help?

You can add the spring clip (part# K73430140) 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.