Wand Ring, Copper 32494

The Wand Ring, Copper (part# 32494) is a genuine Tacony OEM part used on eight backpack vacuum models across the Tornado and Powr-Flite ranges. It is the copper ring at the wand coupling — a small tension part that decides whether the wand stays locked in the hose cuff or works its way loose in the middle of a job.

Compatible Models for the Wand Ring

• Tornado Pac-Vac 6 Aircomfort — Model 93012
• Tornado Pac-Vac 10 Aircomfort — Model 93014
• Tornado PV 6 ROAM — Models 93016, 93016B-1 and 93016C-1
• Tornado PV 6 Back Vacuum — Models 93028 (115V) and 93029 (230V)
• Tornado PV 10 Back Vacuum — Model 93034
• Powr-Flite PF600BP and PF1000BP backpack vacuums

When to replace it: the wand pulls out of the coupling with a light tug, the joint rattles or leaks air, or the ring is visibly distorted, flattened or missing. A loose wand coupling costs suction at the worst possible point — the far end of the hose — and it is easy to blame the motor or the filters for what is really a two-dollar ring.

A quick test: assemble the wand dry, hold the hose cuff, and pull the wand straight out. If it comes away without resistance, the ring is done. Replace it whenever the coupling is stripped for any other reason, since it costs almost nothing next to the labour of taking the joint apart twice.

Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing Tacony equipment since 1956. The full parts breakdown for these machines, with the schematic and every part on it, is on our Tornado Pac-Vac Aircomfort parts page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Wand Ring do on a backpack vacuum?

It sits at the joint between the wand and the hose cuff and provides the tension that holds the two together, keeping the coupling tight so the joint does not rattle, leak air or pull apart in use.

How do I know if my Wand Ring needs replacing?

Replace it when the wand can be pulled out of the coupling with little resistance, when the joint rattles or leaks air, or when the ring is flattened, distorted or missing. Suction loss at the wand end that does not improve with a new bag and clean filters is the usual symptom.

What models is the Wand Ring (part# 32494) compatible with?

Tornado Pac-Vac 6 Aircomfort 93012, Pac-Vac 10 Aircomfort 93014, PV 6 ROAM 93016, 93016B-1 and 93016C-1, PV 6 Back Vacuum 93028 and 93029, PV 10 Back Vacuum 93034, and the Powr-Flite PF600BP and PF1000BP backpack vacuums.

How do I order the Wand Ring (part# 32494) or get help?

Call us at 763-535-0770 for current price and availability. Our staff at 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428 has been servicing Tacony equipment since 1956 and can confirm the right ring for your machine.

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