Vacuum Motor with Cover 39401

The Vacuum Motor with Cover (part# 39401) is a genuine Tacony OEM replacement part — the 120VAC suction motor that powers the brush base, supplied complete with its molded cover. This part fits several machines across the Tornado and Powr-Flite lines. Inside, the motor’s armature drives the fan that creates the vacuum’s airflow, so it is the component ultimately responsible for how strongly the machine lifts dirt off the floor.

Compatible Models for the Vacuum Motor with Cover

• Tornado CK 14/1 BSE — Model 98145
• Tornado CK 14/1 Pro — Model 98147
• Tornado CK 14/2 Pro — Model 98152
• Tornado CK 14/1 — Model 97182
• Tornado CK 14/1 QD — Model 98174
• Powr-Flite Borelli Dual Pro (PV160-W14-U)

Not sure this fits your machine? Call 763-535-0770 and we will confirm compatibility for you.

An upright motor is a wear item: the carbon brushes ride the commutator every second the machine runs, and the bearings carry the fan at high rpm. As those wear out you get sparking, a rising whine, a hot-electrical smell, and finally a motor that stalls or refuses to build suction. Because 39401 arrives with the cover already fitted, the repair is a clean swap of the whole assembly rather than a rebuild.

Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing Tornado and Powr-Flite equipment since 1956 and stocks genuine Tacony parts, so this motor matches the original voltage, mounting, and fan housing. Browse the full Tornado CK 14/1 Pro parts and accessories, and see manufacturer listings at tornadovac.com and powr-flite.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Vacuum Motor with Cover (part# 39401) do?

The Vacuum Motor with Cover (part# 39401) is the suction motor for the brush base, supplied as a 120VAC unit with its plastic motor cover already fitted. The armature spins the fan that generates the vacuum’s airflow — it is the part that actually pulls dirt off the floor and up through the machine.

What are the symptoms of a failing 39401 motor?

Watch for a burning-electrical smell, loud bearing whine or grinding, sparking and heavy carbon dust around the brushes, the motor cutting out when it heats up, or the vacuum simply not powering the airflow even though it has power. Weak suction that persists after you have cleared the hose, filters, and belt usually points back to the motor.

Is the 39401 a 120-volt motor and does it include the cover?

Yes on both. It is the 120VAC/60Hz motor for North American machines, and it ships with the motor cover installed so you are replacing the complete assembly rather than transferring the old shroud.

Which models does the 39401 motor fit, and how do I order it?

The 39401 Vacuum Motor with Cover fits six machines across two Tacony brands — the Tornado CK 14/1 Pro (98147), CK 14/1 BSE (98145), CK 14/2 Pro (98152), CK 14/1 (97182), CK 14/1 QD (98174), and the Powr-Flite Borelli Dual Pro (PV160-W14-U). Add it to your cart on this page or call 763-535-0770; our staff at 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428 has serviced this equipment since 1956.

Questions? Call us at 763-535-0770 or visit us at 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428.