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Nilfisk Advance SC401 17B Battery Operated Automatic Walk Behind Floor Scrubber

SKU: ni18516  |  Model: 56385360
$6,551.00 $7,279.00
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Manufacturer's Warranty

3-Year Parts and Labor Limited Warranty; 1-Year Travel Limited Warranty

What's In The Box?
  • Nilfisk Advance SC401 17B Battery Operated Automatic Walk Behind Floor Scrubber
  • Squeezable Drain Hose
  • Owner's Manual, Guides, and Other Documents

Info & Guides

Streamline daily floor maintenance with a battery-powered scrubber engineered for medium to large commercial areas. The Nilfisk Advance SC401 17B Battery Operated Automatic Walk Behind Floor Scrubber delivers consistent, mechanical cleaning that replaces traditional mop-and-bucket methods with a more controlled, hygienic process.

This walk-behind model pairs a 17-inch disk scrub deck with onboard battery power, giving your staff a maneuverable solution for hallways, classrooms, retail aisles, and healthcare spaces where appearance and safety matter.

Key Features and Benefits of the Nilfisk Advance SC401 17B Battery Operated Automatic Walk Behind Floor Scrubber

  • Wide Cleaning Path: The 17-inch cleaning path allows you to cover more floor in every pass, shortening cleaning times in tight or congested spaces. It is capable of covering up to 12,739 square feet per hour, with a max brush speed of 140 RPM and 55-pound max brush pressure.
  • Smart Solutions Control: The Smart Solutions flow control feature automatically adjusts solution output to match travel speed, ranging from 0.3 to 2.0 liters per minute, reducing water and chemical use without sacrificing results.
  • Large Capacity Tanks: The 7.9-gallon solution and recovery tanks give you plenty of time for continuous scrubbing before you need to refill or empty, boosting productivity on routine shifts.
  • Quiet Operation: Daytime cleaning is possible in noise-sensitive environments, with an average noise level of 65 dB, helping you meet occupant comfort standards. An optional quiet mode runs the machine at about 60 dB.
  • Intuitive Control Panel: Color-coded, icon-based buttons simplify training and minimize operator errors during shift changes.
  • Compact Frame: A tight turning radius, the 46 x 18 x 42 inch body, and an ergonomic steering wheel let you navigate corners, aisles, and doorways with confidence.
  • Certified for Green Cleaning: Meets LEED Existing Buildings and GS-42 noise requirements, supporting your sustainability initiatives and bid specifications.

Two Battery Options

You can select the Nilfisk Advance SC401 17B with either 105 Ah C20 Wet Acid Batteries or 98 Ah C20 Gel Batteries. Two wet acid batteries give you 2.6 hours of runtime, or two gel batteries can give up to 2.4 hours of runtime. Wet acid batteries offer consistent, long-lasting, and cost-effective performance, while gel batteries require minimal maintenance, hold their charge for longer, and are completely safe with no fumes or corrosive liquid.

Sylvane’s Expert Take

If you want dependable floor cleaning performance without unneeded complexity, this Nilfisk Battery-Operated Floor Scrubber needs to be on your short list. This model offers a multi-hour runtime, precise solution control, and quiet noise levels that fit daytime schedules. Two battery options and green-cleaning credentials add value for facilities focused on cost, sustainability, and occupant satisfaction. For small commercial spaces needing a reliable scrubber that simply gets the job done, the Nilfisk Advance SC401 17B is a good choice.

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