Tornado Tempest Strap Nut M10 K73110060

The Tornado Tempest strap nut (part# K73110060) is the M10 hex nut that secures the main cover strap anchor on the TV400-W26-U cordless sweeper, with two fitted. Tacony lists it as Nut M10, Strap. The Tempest uses nine nuts catalogued under the single word Nut, in sizes from M4 up to this M10, and they are not interchangeable.

M10 is substantially larger than most fasteners on this machine, and that is deliberate. The strap anchor is the single point that takes the whole clamping load of the cover every time it is closed, transmitted through a small area of moulding. The generous fastener size spreads that load and gives enough thread engagement to resist a joint that is cycled many times a day and is under permanent tension in between.

Compatible Models for the Strap Nut M10

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

When to replace it

• The thread is stripped, crossed or galled.
• The flats are rounded so it cannot be torqued properly.
• It has corroded onto its screw.
• It has been found loose during service.
• The strap anchor has been dismantled — it is inexpensive and worth renewing.

Fitting notes

Remove the battery pack before starting. The nut pairs with the M10 x 16 screw (part# K73044100) through the strap fixing plate (part# K50074610). Inspect the moulding under the plate while the joint is apart — a strap anchor that has been working loose usually leaves marks there. Tighten firmly, then check the strap tension and gasket compression before returning the machine to service.

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 the strap nut do on the Tornado Tempest?

It secures the main cover strap anchor. That anchor takes the full clamping load of the cover every time it closes, which is why the fastener here is an M10 rather than one of the smaller sizes used elsewhere.

How do I know if my strap nut needs replacing?

If its thread is stripped or crossed, its flats are rounded, it has corroded onto the screw, or it has been found loose in service. Renew it whenever the strap anchor has been apart.

What models is the strap nut (part# K73110060) 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.

The Tempest lists nine nuts — which is this one?

They are all catalogued as Nut and range from M4 to M10. Part# K73110060 is the M10 used at the cover strap anchor. Order by part number rather than by appearance.

How do I order the strap nut (part# K73110060) or get help?

You can add the strap nut (part# K73110060) 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.