Powr-Flite 17in Tufted Pad Driver 717DP

The Powr-Flite 17in Tufted Pad Driver (part# 717DP) is a genuine Powr-Flite OEM accessory that mounts to the drive block of a 17-inch low-speed floor machine and holds a 17″ floor pad so the machine can scrub, strip, buff, and polish hard floors. It ships complete with a 1-1/4″ riser and the UP2P clutch plate — the toothed centering hub that grips the pad and keeps it locked on center at 175 RPM — so it is ready to run right out of the box.

The stiff tufts bite into the back of the floor pad and transfer the machine’s full rotational torque to the pad without slippage, which is what lets a 175 RPM rotary machine deliver even, swirl-free results across the full pad face. Because the driver carries the pad, it is a genuine wear item: the tufts flatten and glaze over time, the clutch teeth round off, and the composite base can crack if the machine is dropped or run over cords and thresholds.

Compatible Models for the 17in Tufted Pad Driver

• Powr-Flite Millennium Floor Machine 17″ 1.5 HP — NM171HD
• Powr-Flite Classic Metal Floor Machine 17″ 1.5 HP — C171HD

Signs your pad driver needs replacing: the pad spins loose or walks off-center during use, the tufts look matted flat and no longer grip a fresh pad, you feel new vibration or hear the pad chattering, or the clutch-plate teeth are worn so the pad no longer seats. Running a worn driver wastes pads and leaves uneven cleaning, so most operators keep a spare on the shelf.

Installation is tool-free: tip the machine back, center the driver’s UP2P clutch plate on the machine’s drive hub, and press it on until it seats. Then match the pad color to the job — white or red for polishing and spray-buff, blue or green for scrubbing, and black or Dominator burgundy for stripping.

Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing Powr-Flite floor-care equipment since 1956. If you are not sure whether the 717DP driver is right for your machine, call us at 763-535-0770 or visit 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428 and our staff will confirm the correct part for your floor machine.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the 17in Tufted Pad Driver do on the Powr-Flite NM171HD?

On the Powr-Flite NM171HD, the 17in Tufted Pad Driver (part# 717DP) mounts to the machine’s drive hub and holds a 17″ floor pad, transferring the 175 RPM rotation to the pad so the machine can scrub, strip, buff, or polish. The included 1-1/4″ riser and UP2P clutch plate keep the pad centered and locked on during use.

How do I know if my 717DP pad driver needs replacing?

Replace the 717DP pad driver when the tufts are matted flat and no longer grip a fresh pad, the pad slips or walks off-center, the clutch-plate teeth are worn or broken, or the base is cracked. A worn driver causes vibration, wastes pads, and leaves uneven results on the floor.

What models is the 17in Tufted Pad Driver (part# 717DP) compatible with?

The 17in Tufted Pad Driver (part# 717DP) fits Powr-Flite 17-inch low-speed floor machines that use the UP2P clutch plate, including the Millennium NM171HD and the Classic Metal C171HD. It is not used on burnishers or on 20-inch floor machines.

How do I order the 17in Tufted Pad Driver (part# 717DP) or get help?

You can add the 17in Tufted Pad Driver (part# 717DP) 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 equipment since 1956 and can help confirm the right part for your machine.