Viper SN18WD Shovelnose Wet/Dry Vacuum

Description

Watch wet floors dry behind the front-mounted squeegee bar in a single walking pass. The Viper SN18WD Shovelnose Wet Dry Vacuum features an 18gal poly container and a 1.33HP 2-stage motor pulling 95 CFM and 90in water lift. Its 60 lbs dry weight requires ramp boards for tailgate van loading.

The collection tank consists of rotationally molded chemical-resistant polyethylene mounted to a structural steel tip cart. A 2-stage 110V bypass motor pulls 8 FLA at 60Hz single-phase input. Acoustic motor insulation holds working sound levels to 71 dB. Machine dry weight is 60 lbs. Base dimensions measure 39in long by 18.5in wide by 41.5in high, rolling on 2 10in rear wheels and 2 4in front ball-bearing swivel casters.

Key Features of Viper SN18WD

Building contractors buy Viper SN18WD units to vacuum stripped wax and scrub water from wide commercial vinyl floors. Competitive commercial pricing establishes this commercial shovelnose wet dry vacuum as a top selection for large contract cleaners.

• Front-mounted 24in shovelnose squeegee blade retrieves water in wide forward passes without hose drag.
• Powerful 2-stage 1.33HP motor generates 95 CFM airflow and 90in static water lift.
• Heavy 18gal rotomolded poly tank withstands caustic floor strippers and acidic floor cleaners.
• Tip-and-pour cart frame empties fluid contents straight into floor drains through an integrated pivot hinge.
• Rear flexible drain hose allows controlled tank emptying into deep commercial sink basins.
• Ergonomic steel push handle provides steering leverage across slick wet floor surfaces.
• Onboard tool caddy carries the floor squeegee wand, crevice tool, and dry pick-up brush.

Shovelnose Squeegee Suction Test Data

Bench testing verifies 90in of static water lift and 95 CFM airflow at the 1-1/2in hose inlet. Across commercial vinyl composite tile, the 24in front squeegee recovers 98% of standing water in 1 continuous pass. Current draw measures 8 FLA on 120V line circuits under full fluid suction. Sound output tests at 71 dB during active flood pickup. Motor exhaust air temperature stabilizes at 124°F after 60 minutes of unbroken operation, with the mechanical float ball sealing off vacuum when wastewater reaches 16gal.

Cart Operation Squeegee Maintenance Protocol

The foot pedal latch drops the front squeegee bar into floor contact without bending down. Do not buy this dedicated wet reclamation machine for dry concrete silica extraction because the standard cloth bag filter cannot capture respirable crystalline dust.

• Wipe the 24in front rubber squeegee blades clean with a dry cloth after every chemical stripping shift.
• Flush the 18gal rotomolded tank basin and rear dump hose with fresh water after each work shift.
• Inspect the squeegee lift cable linkage for proper cable tension and pivot travel every 30 operating days.

Commercial Warranty Shipping Crate Details

Viper backs this machine with a 5-Year warranty on the rotationally molded tank and 1-Year on motor components. The shipment package includes the 18gal vacuum cart, 24in front squeegee assembly, 9ft flexible hose, 3-piece chrome wand, wet squeegee tool, dry floor tool, and user manual.