Tornado Tempest Side Broom Height Adjustment Washer K73120120

The Tornado Tempest side broom height adjustment washer (part# K73120120) is the washer fitted at the side broom height adjustment pivot on the TV400-W26-U cordless sweeper. Tacony catalogues it simply as Washer, so we identify it by the position it occupies on the factory side broom sheet.

The Tempest uses two washers on the side broom assembly and they are not interchangeable. This one sits at the M12 x 56 pivot bolt (part# K53181070) with the locking ring (part# K73430830); the other, part# K51150420, sits under the star grip that clamps the height setting. They serve different fasteners at very different sizes, so ordering by number rather than by appearance is the reliable approach.

Compatible Models for the Side Broom Height Adjustment Washer

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

When to replace it

• The washer is dished, cupped or scored at the pivot.
• It is corroded or pitted so it cannot seat flat.
• The pivot has developed play.
• It has been lost during a strip-down.
• Any time the height adjustment pivot has been dismantled.

Fitting notes

Remove the battery pack before starting. Note the stack order as you dismantle the pivot — washer, locking ring and bolt go back in a specific sequence. Seat the washer flat. Tighten the pivot bolt so the arm is retained without clamping the pivot solid, then run the height adjustment through its full range before returning the machine to service.

On pricing: Tacony does not currently list part# K73120120 in the dealer catalogue, so we do not publish a price for it rather than estimate one.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 washer do on the Tornado Tempest?

It sits at the side broom height adjustment pivot, bearing against the M12 x 56 pivot bolt so the pivot turns cleanly and the joint loads evenly.

How do I know if it needs replacing?

If it is dished, cupped or scored at the pivot, corroded so it cannot seat flat, or if the pivot has developed play. Renew it whenever the pivot has been apart.

What models is this washer (part# K73120120) compatible with?

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

There are two washers on the side broom — which is this?

This one sits at the M12 x 56 height adjustment pivot bolt. The other, part# K51150420, sits under the star grip that clamps the height setting. Different fasteners, different sizes, not interchangeable.

How do I order the washer (part# K73120120) or get help?

You can add the washer (part# K73120120) 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.