The NSS Thoroughbred 17 5001702 is a heavy-duty 17-inch commercial floor machine with a 1 HP motor, 155 RPM operation, polished aluminum base, and a no-pad-driver configuration for customers who want to select the appropriate driver, brush, or accessory separately.

Features:

• No Pad Driver Included – This configuration is supplied without a pad driver, allowing the customer to choose the compatible driver, brush, or accessory that best fits the application.

• 1 HP Motor – Provides dependable power for routine commercial scrubbing, polishing, stripping, and general floor maintenance.

• 17-Inch Working Width – Offers a versatile size that balances productive floor coverage with good maneuverability.

• 155 RPM Pad Speed – Delivers dependable low-speed performance for a broad range of floor-care procedures.

• 120V / 60Hz Operation – Designed for standard commercial electrical service.

• Polished Aluminum Base – Provides durable, corrosion-resistant construction for long-term professional use.

• Precision-Balanced Design – Helps improve cleaning efficiency while reducing operator effort during extended use.

• Optional Weight Capability – The 17-inch Thoroughbred can accept optional weights for applications requiring additional floor pressure, including stone and marble polishing.

• Heavy-Duty Commercial Construction – Built for demanding professional floor-maintenance programs.

• Mechanical Safety Lock-Out – Helps prevent accidental starts during setup, handling, and storage.

• 68 dB(A) Sound Level – Provides predictable operating noise for commercial and institutional environments.

• Multi-Purpose Platform – Can be configured for multiple floor-care applications with the appropriate pad driver, brush, or accessory.

The NSS Thoroughbred 17-Inch Floor Machine 5001702 is designed for facilities that prioritize durability, balance, and long-term commercial service.

Compared with more economical floor-machine platforms, the Thoroughbred uses a corrosion-resistant polished aluminum base and is engineered for demanding professional use. Its 17-inch size also offers optional weight capability for specialty applications such as stone and marble polishing.

No Pad Driver Included

Model 5001702 is supplied without a pad driver.

This allows the customer to select the compatible accessory that best matches the intended floor-care application.

Depending on the job, the machine can be equipped with an appropriate:

• Pad driver

• Scrubbing brush

• Stripping brush

• Polishing accessory

• Carpet-care accessory

1 HP Commercial Motor

The Thoroughbred 17 uses a 1 HP / 745-watt motor.

This configuration provides dependable power for routine commercial floor maintenance while retaining the durable Thoroughbred platform.

17-Inch Working Width

The machine uses a 17-inch / 43 cm working width.

This size provides a useful balance of productivity and maneuverability, making it practical for hallways, classrooms, offices, patient areas, retail spaces, and other commercial environments.

155 RPM Single-Speed Operation

The Thoroughbred operates at approximately 155 RPM.

This traditional low-speed configuration is suitable for a variety of commercial floor-care applications when paired with the appropriate pad, brush, or accessory.

Polished Aluminum Base

A key Thoroughbred feature is its corrosion-resistant polished aluminum base.

The aluminum construction provides a durable foundation for repeated commercial use while resisting corrosion in demanding cleaning environments.

Precision-Balanced Design

The Thoroughbred is precision balanced to help improve operating efficiency and reduce operator fatigue.

Proper machine balance makes it easier to control the floor machine during extended cleaning and polishing procedures.

Optional Weight Capability

The 17-inch Thoroughbred can be equipped with optional weights to increase downward pressure.

This can be particularly useful for specialty applications such as:

• Stone polishing

• Marble polishing

• Other procedures requiring additional pad or brush pressure

Mechanical Safety Lock-Out

A mechanical lock-out switch helps prevent accidental machine startup.

This adds an important measure of safety during setup, handling, transportation, and storage.

Professional Applications

The NSS Thoroughbred 17 is well suited for:

• Schools and universities

• Hospitals and healthcare facilities

• Office buildings

• Retail stores

• Hospitality environments

• Government facilities

• Commercial cleaning contractors

• Finished hard floors

• Stone polishing with appropriate accessories

• Marble polishing with appropriate accessories

Specifications

Specification	Details
Model	NSS Thoroughbred 17
Catalog Number	5001702
Configuration	1 HP, Without Pad Driver
Product Type	Single-Disc Floor Machine
Working Width	17 in. / 43 cm
Pad Speed	155 RPM
Motor	1 HP / 745 W
Voltage	120V
Frequency	60Hz
Pad Driver	Not Included
Sound Level	68 dB(A)
Base Construction	Corrosion-Resistant Polished Aluminum
Optional Weights	Available
Safety Lock-Out	Mechanical
Power Source	Corded Electric

Product Resources

Download Thoroughbred Product Specification Sheet

Download Thoroughbred User Manual

Download Thoroughbred Parts List