Wide Area Vacuum Intake Filter 19834

The Intake Filter (part# 19834) is the round, dome-shaped motor intake filter that sits over the suction motor inlet on the 30-inch wide area vacuum. Its job is to catch the fine dust and lint that get past the bag before that debris can reach the motor — it is the last line of defense between the dirt compartment and the motor windings and bearings. A clean intake filter keeps airflow high and keeps the motor breathing cool, which is exactly what a two-motor wide area vacuum needs to run all day without overheating.

Replace the 19834 when it is visibly gray and packed with dust, when suction has fallen off even after you changed the bag, or when the motor runs hotter or louder than normal — all signs the intake filter is choked and starving the motor for air. A clogged or torn intake filter is a common and inexpensive cause of a wide area vacuum that has “lost power,” and running the machine without this filter in place exposes the motor to abrasive dust that will shorten its life. The filter lifts out and drops back in by hand; no tools are needed, so it is an easy part to keep on hand and swap on a maintenance schedule.

This is a genuine Tacony part shared across the wide area vacuum family. The Intake Filter 19834 fits the Powr-Flite PF2030 30-inch wide area vacuum, the CleanMax CM-WAV wide area vacuum, and the Tornado 93030 Clean-Air Carpetkeeper (30-inch) and 93031 (230V). Because the same filter is used on the Powr-Flite, CleanMax, and Tornado versions of this machine, order by the part number 19834 to be sure of the fit. See our Powr-Flite commercial floor equipment pages for the matching machines, bags, and the exhaust filter, or call our parts desk for help.

Compatible Models

• Powr-Flite PF2030 (30-inch wide area vacuum)
• CleanMax CM-WAV (wide area vacuum)
• Tornado 93030 (Clean-Air Carpetkeeper, 30-inch)
• Tornado 93031 (Clean-Air Carpetkeeper, 230V)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Intake Filter (part# 19834) do on the wide area vacuum?

The 19834 is the round dome-shaped motor intake filter that catches fine dust and lint that get past the bag before they reach the suction motor. It protects the motor windings and bearings and keeps airflow high so a two-motor wide area vacuum can run all day without overheating.

How do I know if my 19834 intake filter needs replacing?

Replace it when the filter is visibly gray and packed with dust, when suction is low even after a fresh bag, or when the motor runs hotter or louder than usual. A choked intake filter starves the motor for air and is a common, inexpensive cause of a wide area vacuum that has lost power.

What models is the Intake Filter (part# 19834) compatible with?

The 19834 fits the Powr-Flite PF2030, CleanMax CM-WAV, and Tornado 93030 and 93031. It is a shared Tacony part used on the Powr-Flite, CleanMax, and Tornado versions of the 30-inch wide area vacuum, so order by part number 19834 to confirm fit.

How do I order the Intake Filter (part# 19834) or get help?

You can add the Intake Filter (part# 19834) 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 Powr-Flite, CleanMax, and Tornado equipment since 1956 and can help confirm the right filter for your machine.