Product Description
NSS Thoroughbred
The NSS Thoroughbred 17/20 is a heavy-duty commercial floor machine designed for scrubbing, stripping, spray buffing, shampooing, and floor polishing in schools, healthcare facilities, retail buildings, and commercial environments.
Available in both 17-inch and 20-inch configurations, the Thoroughbred gives facilities a dependable standard-speed floor machine platform for daily maintenance and restorative floor care.
NSS commercial cleaning equipment is built in the USA for demanding commercial cleaning environments.
Recommended Applications
- Hard floor scrubbing
- Floor stripping and finish removal
- Spray buffing and floor polishing
- Carpet shampooing applications
- Stone and marble floor maintenance
- Schools and universities
- Healthcare facilities
- Commercial and municipal buildings
Key Features
- Standard-Speed Floor Care Performance – 155 RPM operation supports scrubbing, stripping, shampooing, and general hard floor maintenance.
- Heavy-Duty Planetary Gear Drive – Delivers consistent torque for demanding commercial floor care applications.
- Precision Balanced Handling – Helps reduce operator fatigue and improve control during longer cleaning shifts.
- Commercial Aluminum Construction – Built for daily institutional and commercial cleaning environments.
- 17" and 20" Options – Choose a smaller footprint for maneuverability or a wider path for greater productivity.
- Versatile Floor Care Platform – Supports pads, brushes, and accessories for multiple cleaning tasks.
Best For
- Daily hard floor maintenance
- Commercial floor stripping
- Schools and institutional facilities
- Stone and terrazzo floor care
- Janitorial and building service contractors
- Facilities requiring multi-purpose floor machines
Not Ideal For
- High-speed burnishing applications
- Ride-on productivity requirements
- Large autonomous cleaning routes
- Wet extraction carpet cleaning
Specifications
- Cleaning Path – 17 in. / 43 cm or 20 in. / 51 cm
- Pad Speed – 155 RPM
- Motor – 1.5 HP / 1100 W
- Power Source – 120V Corded Electric
- Drive System – Planetary Gear Drive
- Application Type – Scrubbing, stripping, spray buffing, shampooing, and polishing
- Machine Type – Walk-Behind Standard-Speed Floor Machine
- Manufacturer Part Numbers – 5001706 / 5002008
Configuration Options
| Model | SKU | Cleaning Width | Speed | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSS Thoroughbred 17 | 5001706 | 17 in. / 43 cm | 155 RPM | Smaller rooms, tighter spaces, classrooms, restrooms, and detail floor care routes |
| NSS Thoroughbred 20 | 5002008 | 20 in. / 51 cm | 155 RPM | Hallways, larger rooms, open floor areas, and higher productivity routes |
Cleaning Productivity
The NSS Thoroughbred 17/20 is designed for facilities that need a durable multi-purpose floor machine capable of scrubbing, stripping, spray buffing, and floor polishing with smooth operator control.
Built for schools, healthcare facilities, retail stores, municipal buildings, and commercial floor maintenance programs.
- 155 RPM Standard Speed Operation: Ideal for scrubbing, stripping, shampooing, and spray buffing applications.
- 17" and 20" Configurations: Choose improved maneuverability or wider floor coverage productivity.
- Planetary Gear Drive: Provides smooth torque transfer and consistent floor care performance.
- Commercial Floor Maintenance: Supports daily cleaning, restorative floor care, and contractor use.
- Operator Control: Balanced handling supports better control during longer cleaning routes.
Included with the Machine
- Commercial Floor Machine Base – heavy-duty standard-speed machine platform
- 1.5 HP Motor System – designed for commercial scrubbing and stripping applications
- Planetary Gear Drive – durable drive system for demanding floor care
- Operator Handle Assembly – commercial handle system for control and maneuverability
- Power Cord – corded electric operation
Optional Accessories and Replacement Wear Parts
Pad Drivers
- 17" Poly Back Tufted Pad Driver – 2897211 commercial pad driver for 17" scrubbing and spray buffing applications.
- 17" Structural Foam Pad Driver – 2897601 heavy-duty structural foam pad driver for commercial floor maintenance.
- 20" Poly Back Tufted Pad Driver – 2892211 commercial pad driver for 20" floor care applications.
- 20" Structural Foam Pad Driver – 2892601 heavy-duty structural foam pad driver for stripping and scrubbing operations.
Scrub Brushes
- 17" Nylon Fill Scrub Brush – 2897201 light-to-medium duty commercial scrub brush.
- 17" Nylon Grit Fill Scrub Brush – 2897711 aggressive scrub brush for heavy concrete and textured floor cleaning.
- 17" Soft Scrub Brush – 2897821 soft carpet-only shampoo brush.
- 17" Scrub Grit Brush – 2897901 mild-to-medium scrub brush for commercial floor maintenance.
- 20" Nylon Fill Scrub Brush – 2892201 light-to-medium commercial scrub brush.
- 20" Carpet Shampoo Brush with Guide – 2892651 carpet shampoo brush designed for commercial carpet scrubbing applications.
- 20" Nylon Grit Fill Scrub Brush – 2892711 heavy-duty concrete scrub brush.
- 20" Bassine Scrub Brush – 2892031 general-purpose commercial scrubbing brush.
- 20" Shower Feed Carpet Scrub Brush – 2892701 carpet scrub brush for shower-feed carpet cleaning applications.
- 20" Scrub Grit Brush – 2892901 mild-to-medium commercial scrub brush.
Weight System & Solution Tank Accessories
- 10 lb. Add-On Weight – 5491303 optional polishing weight for stone and marble floor maintenance.
- Mounted Weight Assembly – 5491293 mounted commercial weight system.
- Weight Mounting Stud – 5491311 mounting stud for add-on weight systems.
- 3.5 Gallon Solution Tank Complete – 5094771 optional solution tank kit for shower-feed floor cleaning applications.
- Main Solution Valve – 5094721 replacement solution flow control valve.
Manuals and Documents
Parts Manual & Replacement Parts
Looking for replacement parts, pads, brushes, cords, or service components for the NSS Thoroughbred floor machine?
Shop NSS Replacement Parts NSS Thoroughbred Floor Machine Manual
Manufacturer Warranty
The NSS Thoroughbred Floor Machine Series is backed by NSS commercial warranty coverage designed for professional floor care and institutional cleaning applications.
- Machine and Parts Coverage: 3 Years
- Labor Coverage: 1 Year
- Wear Items: 90 Days
- Commercial Construction: Designed for daily institutional and commercial floor maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NSS Thoroughbred used for?
The NSS Thoroughbred is used for scrubbing, stripping, spray buffing, shampooing, and general commercial floor maintenance.
What is the difference between the 17-inch and 20-inch models?
The 17-inch model is better for tighter areas and smaller rooms, while the 20-inch model covers more floor per pass for larger spaces and higher productivity routes.
Is this a high-speed burnisher?
No. The NSS Thoroughbred is a standard-speed 155 RPM floor machine. For high-speed gloss restoration, choose a dedicated burnisher.
Can this machine strip floors?
Yes. With the correct stripping pad or brush and floor stripper chemical, the Thoroughbred can be used for floor finish removal.
Does it include a pad driver?
Configuration may vary by SKU and availability. Confirm current kit contents with Monster Janitorial before ordering.
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Institutional Purchasing Support
- D-U-N-S Number: 080901706
- UEI Number: U4TYL7A5LEN9
- Purchase order support available for approved schools, government agencies, and institutional buyers
- Quote support available for facility managers, procurement departments, and municipalities
Why Choose Monster Janitorial?
- Authorized NSS equipment distributor
- Fast order processing
- Expert support for commercial cleaning equipment and replacement parts
Tax-Exempt Purchasing
Create an account and email your tax exemption certificate to sales@monsterjanitorial.com.
Questions? Email sales@monsterjanitorial.com or call 956-772-4842.
