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OPERATOR’S MANUAL & PARTS LIST
175 RPM, 1 HP models - C171, C201
175 RPM, 1.5 HP models - C171HP, C201HP
Sander, 175 RPM, 1.5 HP models - C171SD
175 - 320 RPM, 1.5 HP models - C202
Your new Powr-Flite floor machine will afford you many years of trouble-free
operating satisfaction provided it is given proper care. Prior to packaging, your
Powr-Flite floor machine was inspected by a Quality Control Technician.

UNCRATING

Your Powr-Flite floor machine was protectively packed to prevent damage in
shipment. We suggest that upon removing the unit from its carton, you carefully
inspect it for any possible damage in transit. If damage is discovered, immediately notify the transportation company who delivered your machine. As a
manufacturer, we are unable to act upon any claim for concealed damage; you
must originate the claim.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

This machine is designed to be safe when used to perform the
functions specified in this Operator’s Manual. Should damage occur to electrical or mechanical parts, Prior to further use, the machine should be repaired by
the manufacturer or competent service center to avoid further damage to the
machine or physical injury to user. Your floor machine is equipped with a safety
switch lockout device designed for your safety. Do not attempt to bypass or
defeat the safety lockout device. Never use any device to lock the power switch
triggers in the ON position.

WARNING: OPERATOR MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL
COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
©Tacony, Inc., All rights reserved

X8692 1/2017

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WARNINGS

WARNING: You must have training in the operation of this
machine before using it.
WARNING: Machines can burn flammable materials and
vapors. Do not use this machine with or near fuels, grain
dust, solvents, thinners or other flammable materials.
WARNING: Do not operate this machine unless it is
completely assembled.
WARNING: Do not use this machine as a step or to move
furniture.
WARNING: When disconnecting power cord from electrical
outlet, grasp the plug. Pulling it out by the cord itself can
damage cord insulation and internal connection to plug. To
prevent electric shock, always remove the electrical plug
from the electrical outlet before doing any repairs or
maintenance to this machine.
WARNING: To prevent injury, always remove the electrical
plug from the electrical outlet before changing the polishing
pad and before leaving the machine.
WARNING: To prevent injury, keep hands, feet and loose
clothing away from the rotating pad.
WARNING: Maintenance and repairs must be done by
authorized personnel only.
WARNING: Keep all fasteners tight. Keep adjustments
according to specifications.
WARNING: Keep the electrical parts of the machine dry. For
storage, keep the machine in a building.
WARNING: Always use a three-wire electrical system
connected to the electrical ground. For maximum protection
against electric shock, use a circuit that is protected by a
ground fault circuit interrupter. Consult with your electrical
contractor.
WARNING: To prevent damage to the power cord, do not let
the pad, pad driver or wheels touch the power cord when
the machine is running. Always lift the power cord over
the machine.
WARNING: Make sure all labels, decals, warning, cautions
and instructions are fastened to the machine.

PREPARING THE MACHINE

To attach the drive block or brush or other attachment, be
sure the handle is “locked” in the upright position. Lay the floor
machine on its back with the handle lying on the floor, this
exposes the driving plate on the underside of the floor machine.
Holding the drive block,
brush or attachment in both
hands and straddling the
motor with your back to the
handle box, bend over and fit
the three slots of the clutch
plate (build into the back of the brush) over the three lugs of the
driving plate. Turn the drive block, brush or attachment counterclockwise as far as it will go until it is seated in the ready-to-use
position. CAUTION: This is the only proper way to install a drive
block, brush or attachment. NEVER put a drive block, brush or
attachment on the machine by placing it on the floor and moving
the running machine over it, or by placing the machine over the
block or attachment and then starting the motor. Return the
floor machine to upright position and adjust handle to operating
position. Recommended handle position is close to the waist with
arms extended down. Lock the cam release lever into position.
NOTE: The hardened steel cam release lever does not require
extreme tightening to effectively hold the handle in position.

FLOOR MACHINE APPLICATIONS

l Spray buffing with red spray buff pad and spray
buff chemical.

l Dry buffing a buffable finish with a tan, beige or white
pad or brush.
l Scrubbing with green or blue pad or scrubbing brush.
l Stripping with a black pad and a stripping chemical.

1.5 HP MODELS ON CARPET

l Bonnet cleaning with a yarn bonnet and carpet
maintainer chemical.

l Shampooing using a showerfeed shampoo brush and
solution tank mounted to the handle tube containing
carpet shampoo.

1.5 HP MODELS

l Scraping with an attachment tool to remove heavy
industrial deposits and residue or to prepare a foundation
for installation of carpet.
l Wire brushing of concrete floors.
l Sanding with very aggressive sandpaper or sand
screen discs.
l Carpet restoration where shampooing & pile lifting require
very stiff brush bristles.

Over-tightening will shorten the functional life of the lever. To
remove drive block, brush or attachment: Lay the floor machine
on it’s back again and disengage clutch plate slots from driving
plate lugs by turning clockwise.

HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE

First install the pad driver and pad, brush or other attachments to
be used. Plug the machine in as directed and lower the handle
to the desired operating height and lock in place using the cam
lever handle. Push the safety switch forward and squeeze the
switch triggers beneath the handle grips. This activates the
motor and starts the block,
brush or attachment in
operation. Each time you
release the triggers the safety
switch will reset. You will
need to follow the direction
above to restart the machine.
CAUTION: When leaving
the machine unattended,
disconnect the wall plug
and return the handle to the
“locked” upright position to
prevent accidental starting.

TO GUIDE YOUR FLOOR MACHINE

To Right: raise handle slightly. The higher the handle is lifted,
the faster the machine will move to the right. To Left: to change
direction, lower the handle until the machine travels to the left.
The more the handle is lowered, the faster the movement to the
left.

TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE

Place the handle in the upright position. Lock the handle cam
release lever. Tip the machine back and transport on the wheels.

MAINTENANCE

Once a month remove the motor cover and vacuum out any
dust or debris which has accumulated on the motor. Replace
the motor cover by setting it over the holes in the housing and
replace all of the screws. Check and maintain the tightness of all
the fasteners.
WARNING: Do not over-tighten the switch housing screws.
Keep the machine clean especially at the handle tube and collar
so the handle tube will move freely through the collar. Inspect
the cord for cuts, gashes, or loose prongs; replace as needed.
Disassembly of this motor voids the warranty. Improper
disassembly and assembly of this motor can permanently
damage the field or rotor.

Motor runs but pad or brush does not turn.
Coupling is broken. Replace. Coupling is not covered under
warranty. Do not attempt to place a running machine over a block
or brush. Always install and remove the block or brush by hand.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This floor machine should be grounded while in use to protect
the operator from electric shock. This machine is equipped with
a 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong grounded type attachment cap
plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle. The green (or
green and yellow) conductor in the cord is the grounding wire.
Never connect this wire to anything other than the grounding
blade. The floor machine is provided with an attachment cap
plug, as shown in Sketch A, and is intended for use on a nominal
120 volt circuit. If a properly grounded receptacle, as shown in
Sketch A, is unavailable, an adapter, as shown in Sketch C, is
available and should be installed, as shown in Sketch B, if the
outlet box that houses the receptacle is grounded. Be sure to
fasten the grounding tap to the faceplate screw.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Machine does not run.
The circuit breaker has tripped. Allow the circuit breaker 2
minutes to cool before resetting. Plug is broken or has loose
contact. Replace.
Prevent circuit overload.
Check the pad and change it if it is rough or dirty. Spray buffing
or spray cleaning is not a substitute for scrubbing or mopping a
floor. Prepare the floor surface before spray buffing. Eliminate
any extension cord that is smaller than 12/3 wire or greater than
25 feet in length. Unplug anything other than the machine from
the circuit or locate another circuit.

METAL SCREW
COVER OF GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX

ADAPTER

Machine will not start.
Circuit breaker is not reset. Reset breaker.
Plug is broken or has a loose contact. Replace.
Circuit breaker is defective or weak. Replace.
Switch is defective. Replace switch.
Machine will not reach operating speed.
Unplug anything else other than the machine from the circuit or
locate another circuit.

(B)

(A)

(C)
GROUNDING PIN

GROUNDING
MEANS

ONE LAST REMINDER! Read All Instructions, Warnings
and Cautions Before Using EQUIPMENT.
These guidelines are presented for your protection and convenience. Please read them carefully, since a failure to heed these precautions
could result in discomfort or injury. When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed.

WARNING
TO AVOID FIRE, DO NOT USE WITH A FLAMMABLE
OR COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID TO CLEAN FLOOR.

Models C171, C171HD, C171SD, C201, C201HD, C202
1
4
2
3
8
2

5
6

1
9

7

10
33

11
12

30
34

29

13
14

32

31

35

15

16
17

27

28

26

18

16

19
25

15
14

13

20

21
22
23
24

ref #
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

11
12
13
14
15
16
17

order
X8911
M8600-3
X8941
X8914
X8927
X8923
F5P
X8013
X8023
X8023A
X8266
X8982
X8983
X8984
X8985
X9101
X8965
X8106
X8265
X8020
X8024
X8101
X8980
X8981
X8071

description
Handle, All Metal
Handle assembled (includes #1 through #7)
Handle grip 1” diameter
Thumb switch actuator
Label Logo, Metal handle
Insulation sheet 2.5 x 2 x .015
Switch 25 amp sp momentary w/nuts
Cord hook, plated
Circuit breaker, 15 amp. C171, C201
Circuit breaker, 17 amp. C171HD, C201HD
10-32 x 3/4 fmhs ss
Label 17” 1hp 175 rpm
Label 20” 1hp 175 rpm
Label 17” 1-1/2hp 175 rpm
Label 20” 1-1/2hp 175 rpm
Label dual speed classic C202
Motor cover
Spacer, motor cover, metal floor machines
Screw 1/4-20 x 3/4 flat phillips
Washer, Countersunk, axle
Wheel, black, 5” x 1-1/4”
Washer, spring, 1” OD x 1/2” ID
Motor 1-1/2 hp 120/240v 60hz C171HD, C201HD
Motor 1 hp 120/240v 60hz C171, C201
Motor assembly 2 speed w/ 10:1 gearbox C202

ref #
18
19
20

order
X8400A
X8966
X8967
X8968
21
X8212
22
X8218
23
X8219
24
72455A
25
X8977
26
X8979
27
X8107
28
X8807L
29
X8807R
30
X8989
31
X8016
32
X8012
33
X8014-SA01
NOT ILLUSTRATED
X9049
X9050
PX7
PX28
X8530
X8034-2
PX7

description
Powr-Flite Label
Motor base, metal
Brush cover 17” metal w/ bumper
Brush cover 20” metal w/ bumper
Washer 1/4 med split lock zinc
Washer 5/16 sae flat zinc
Washer 3/8 sae falt zinc
Screw 1/4-20 x 1-3/4 hex cap
Pivot pin metal floor machine
Axle, wheel
Spacer, handle, metal floor machine only
Handle brace, left w/ slot
Handle brace, right w/ hole
Cord 14/3 SJTW 51.25 black (in handle)
Knob, plastic, handle clamp
Clamp, collar, handle
Cam lever assembly (includes X8016 and washers)
Motor screen 2 speed classic C202
Motor screen spring 2 speed classic C202
Toggle switch 20a/125v classic 2 speed C202
Boot rubber toggle switch C202 classic 2 speed
2-speed motor control
Rectifier (2-speed machine)
2-speed toggle switch

A Tacony Company
3101 Wichita Court • Ft. Worth, TX 76140-1755
1-800-880-2913 • Fax: 1-817-551-0719 • www.Powr-Flite.com
X8692 1/2017

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