The Tornado BDSO 20/21 (catalog TS120-S59-UE) is a 24-volt stand-on auto-scrubber with a 20-inch cleaning path that covers up to 22,000 sq. ft. per hour. Its 14.5-gallon solution tank and 21-gallon recovery tank carry a crew through long routes between dumps, while 48.5 lbs of brush pressure and a 140 rpm disc deck lift ground-in soil on a single pass. On-board TPPL batteries deliver 3 to 4 hours of run time. The machine fits facility teams scrubbing supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and warehouses where mop-and-bucket work no longer keeps up.
BDSO 20/21 Specifications
Cleaning Path: 20 in
Solution / Recovery Tanks: 14.5 gal / 21 gal
Productivity: 22,000 ft² per hour
Brush Pressure: 48.5 lbs
Brush Motor / Speed: 0.5 hp, 140 rpm
Vacuum Motor / Water Lift: 0.65 hp, 50 in
Squeegee Width: 27 in
Turning Radius: 53 in
Power: 24 V, 3-4 hr run time
Battery / Charger: TPPL (thin-plate pure lead), on-board charger
Weight: 540 lbs with battery
Who the BDSO 20/21 Is For
Facility teams reach for the BDSO 20/21 when a 20-inch path fits their aisles but they still want rider productivity. A 53-inch turning radius and 90-degree squeegee rotation keep it moving through standard doorways and tight retail backrooms. Contract cleaners run it across multi-account routes, since the deck accepts disc or cylindrical brushes for VCT, sealed concrete, and textured grout.
How the Brush Deck, Tanks, and Battery Work
The disc deck spins at 140 rpm under 48.5 lbs of down pressure, so the brush scours rather than skims. A 0.5 hp motor drives the brush. Behind it, the 0.65 hp vacuum motor pulls 50 inches of water lift through the 27-inch squeegee and leaves floors dry enough to walk on.
Clean water feeds from the 14.5-gallon tank through an inline filter, and spent water collects in the 21-gallon recovery tank. The fill hose connects straight to a faucet.
Thin-plate pure-lead (TPPL) batteries and an on-board charger ship standard, giving 3 to 4 hours of scrubbing per charge. TPPL cells take fast opportunity charges, so a top-up over a break stretches a long day without a battery swap.
This product comes with a full manufacturer's warranty. All warranty claims are handled directly by the manufacturer.
For specific warranty details, please contact us at +1 (978) 295-7538 or email info@uscleaningtools.com
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Tornado TS120-S59-UE Floor Scrubber – 20 in Path, 14.5-Ga...
What is the cleaning path width of the Tornado TS120-S59-UE?
The TS120-S59-UE scrubs a 20 in path.
What is the solution and recovery tank capacity of the Tornado TS120-S59-UE?
TS120-S59-UE carries 14.5 gal of solution and 21 gal recovery. Tank construction is Polyethylene for chemical resistance.
What battery type is shipping with this SKU?
This SKU configuration uses TPPL.
How long does the Tornado TS120-S59-UE run on a single charge?
TS120-S59-UE delivers 3-4 hrs on a single charge under typical commercial conditions. Solution flow rate and brush load affect actual runtime.
What brush pressure does the Tornado TS120-S59-UE apply?
TS120-S59-UE applies 48.5 lbs of down pressure at 140. This is sized for routine commercial scrubbing programs.
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Your credit/debit card or PayPal account will be charged when you place your order. Secure payment processing protects your information.
3. Will I receive an order confirmation?
Yes, a confirmation email will be sent to the provided email address once the order is placed.
4. How long does it take to process an order?
Orders are processed within 1-2 business days and then prepared for shipment.
5. How long does it take for my order to arrive?
Estimated arrival time (ETA) is 5-7 business days for all orders.
6. Do you offer warranty?
All our products come with a manufacturer warranty of at least 1 year, depending on the brand.
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