Mytee PowerGlide HD-17, Instruction Manual

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Controls 

1. The ON/OFF switch is conveniently located in the form of dual triggers underneath 

the handle grips. 

2. To turn the machine on, the operation handle must be lowered to the operating 

position before switching the machine ON. 

3. Do not apply pressure on the triggers before the safety switch lock is disengaged.  

4. Disengage the safety switch lock by pushing it forward with either thumb. Then, 

while holding the safety switch lock in disengaged position, squeeze the power trig-

gers toward the handle grips and return your thumb to the handle grip.  

5. To stop the machine, simply release the triggers. The safety switch lock will auto-

matically return to the engaged position.  

Brush and Pad Driver Setup 

1. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before installing a brush or 

pad driver. 

2. To install a brush or pad driver, leave the handle in the upright position and tip the 

machine backwards so it rests on its wheels and upper handle section. 

3. Align the cut-outs on the inner ring of the brush or pad driver with the tabs on the 

inside of the ring of the drive hub.

4. Push the brush or pad driver firmly in position.

5. Turn it counter-clockwise until it locks into place.

6. Return machine to upright position.

7. To remove, turn brush or pad driver clockwise until it stops, then lift it off. 

8. Always remove the brush or pad driver when the machine is not in use. 

Handle Operation 

1. Squeeze Adjustment Height lever. 

2. Pivot handle to desired position. 

3. Release lever.  

Pre-Operation 

1. Vacuum carpet and upholstery and remove other debris. 

2. Perform machine setup procedures. 

3. Inspect power cord for damage. 

Operation 

1. Squeeze the Adjustment Height lever.

2. Pivot handle to desired position.

3. Release lever.

4. Place both hands firmly on the handle grips with your fingers around the power 

triggers. Do not apply pressure on the triggers before the safety lock is disengaged.

5. Disengage the ambidextrous safety switch lock by pushing it forward with your 

thumb.

6. While holding the safety switch lock forward, squeeze the power triggers and 

remove your thumb from the safety switch lock.

7. To stop the machine, simply release the triggers. The safety switch lock will auto-

matically return to the engaged position.

1. Work away from outlet and power cord to prevent cord damage.  

2. To clean heavily soiled areas, repeat cleaning path from different direction. 

Guidelines

1. For ease of operation, always keep the brush or pad surface level, balanced, and 

flat on the floor at all times.

2. Always adjust the operating handle to a comfortable height at which the brush or 

pad surface is balanced before starting the machine.

3. Your floor machine will operate differently on various surfaces. There will be more 

resistance when the machine is used with a brush on carpet than when it is used with 

a pad on a smooth surface.

4. To move the machine to the right, apply slight upward pressure on the handle.

5. To move the machine to the left, apply slight downward pressure on the handle.

6. To move the machine forward or backward, push or pull in the desired direction, 

keeping the pad or brush level on the floor at all times.

After use 

1. Unplug. 

2. Inspect hoses and replace if damaged. 

3. Loosely wind up the power cord around the handle bar and the hook at the bottom 

of the shaft. 

4. After each use, wipe your floor machine with a clean, soft, damp cloth.

5. Store in a clean, dry place. 

6. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors. 

maintenance Schedule 

Maintenance item

Daily

Once a week

Clean and inspect chrome motor 

Check power supply cable 

Clean machine with all purpose cleaner and cloth 

Inspect machine for water leaks and loose hardware

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x 

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Trouble Shooting 

There is no power.

1. Plug machine in proper outlet.

2. Disengage safety interlocks 

3. Make sure switch is being activated by lever. 

4. Ensure that switch is not damaged or defective. 

FAQs 

Q: How much does the HD-17/20 weigh and what are the shipping dimensions?

A: HD-17 103 pounds, shipping weight is 116 pounds - Box dimensions are 

24” x 21” x 50”. Must ship motor freight.

A: HD-20 111 pounds, shipping weight is 118 pounds - Box dimensions are 

24” x 21” x 50”. Must ship motor freight. 

Q: What comes standard with the DH-17/20?

A: The machine ships completely assembled. Pads, drivers, and brushes 

sold separately. 

Q: Does mytee recommend a pad for the machine?

A: Mytee carries a full line of pads, drivers, and brushes.  

Q: Where do I plug the machine in?

A: The HD-17/20 requires a grounded circuit. Please note: GFI outlets may trip

before the breaker setting.

Q: Is there anything I can do to increase the expected life of my machine?

A: Check all parts for wear regularly. Keep machine clean. Do not store with brush or 

pad driver installed. Doing so will crush brush or pad driver.   

Warranty

Mytee Products, Inc. endeavors to provide high quality products and product support 

to its customers and therefore backs up all of its new products purchased from Mytee 

Products Inc. (“Mytee”) or any authorized Mytee distributor/service center with this 

limited warranty. This limited warranty begins on the date of the customer’s purchase 

and is valid and available to the original purchaser only. Mytee’s products are for 

commercial use only and are not intended for personal, family or household uses.

HOWEVER, OTHER THAN SET FORTH HEREIN, MYTEE GIVES NO WARRANTY, 

EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO DESCRIPTION, QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY, 

FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, PRODUCTIVENESS, INFRINGE-

MENT, OR OTHER MATTER, OF ANY GOODS WHICH MYTEE SHALL SUPPLY. 

THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON 

THE FACE HEREOF. MYTEE SHALL IN NO WAY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE 

PROPER USE AND APPLICATION OF THE GOODS. MYTEE NEITHER ASSUMES 

NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR MYTEE ANY OTHER 

LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF MYTEE’S GOODS. THIS LIM-

ITED WARRANTY POLICY MAY BE CHANGED OR WITHDRAWN BY MYTEE AT 

ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE.

WEAR PARTS 90-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY: Mytee will replace all wear parts for 

90 days from the date of original purchase. “Wear parts” are items which wear out 

as a result of usage or the passage of time and are consumed despite attempts to 

maintain them, such as bumpers, wheels, cords, wires, electrical terminals, switches, 

thermostats, plastic parts, filters, bearings, brushes, solenoids, or other parts deemed 

wear items in Mytee’s sole discretion. This warranty covers the cost of replacement 

only and does not cover shipping or labor costs.

FLOOR MACHINE MOTOR 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY: Mytee warrants that 

motors will be free from manufacturing defects, defects in workmanship, and defects 

in material for one (1) year from the date of original purchase. This warranty does 

not apply and is void if the motor has water damage, evidence of abuse, neglect, or 

tampering. This warranty covers the cost of replacement or repair only and does not 

cover shipping or labor costs.

METAL PARTS 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY: For five (5) years from the date of 

purchase, Mytee warrants all metal stamped and formed parts to be free from manu-

facturing defects, defects in workmanship, and defects in material. This warranty 

does not apply and is void if the part has evidence of abuse, neglect, or tampering. 

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