The Hydro-Force Nautilus MX3-500 is a high-performance portable carpet extractor that earns the Carpet and Rug Institute's Platinum certification, its highest rating for cleaning and water removal. A 500 PSI solution pump drives deep cleaning, while a dual three-stage AirFlow+ vacuum system lets the operator switch between maximum lift and maximum airflow to match the job. The 12-gallon solution and recovery tanks ride in a tough roto-molded polyethylene body. This is the machine-only configuration.
What makes the Nautilus stand out is its adaptability. The AirFlow+ system lets the operator switch the dual vacuum motors between series and parallel with no tools and no mechanical skill: series for maximum lift when pulling water out of a flooded floor, parallel for maximum airflow when rinsing tile and hard surfaces. Combined with a 500 PSI pump and a rugged roto-molded body, that flexibility lets one machine cover carpet, restoration, upholstery, and hard surface work.
Use cases
This portable extractor is built for professionals who want certified cleaning and the flexibility to switch jobs. It handles:
- Residential and commercial carpet cleaning that demands deep, certified cleaning
- Water and flood extraction, where maximum lift speeds water removal and drying
- Tile and hard-surface rinsing, using the maximum-airflow setting
- Upholstery cleaning, thanks to strong suction and adjustable configuration
Specifications
- Specifications: Two 3-stage vacuum motors
- Dimensions: 42" H x 34" L x 23" W
- Standard Items: Two 25' extension cords
- Hose Package Includes: AW29 stainless steel 2-jet wand
Frequently asked questions
What does CRI Platinum certification mean?
It is the Carpet and Rug Institute's highest designation, awarded for superior soil removal and water extraction. It signals the machine cleans deeply and leaves carpet drier.
What is the AirFlow+ vacuum system?
It is a dual three-stage vacuum that lets you switch between series (maximum lift) and parallel (maximum airflow) with no tools. Use lift for water extraction and airflow for tile and hard surfaces.
How big are the tanks?
The roto-molded body holds 12 gallons of solution and 12 gallons of recovery, enough for extended cleaning between dumps and refills.
Does this version include hoses?
This is the machine-only configuration. Hose and tool packages are available separately, and a heated model, the MX3-500H, is also offered.
Discount Cleaning Products is an authorized Hydro-Force dealer with a US-based support team that knows portable extraction and detailing equipment. We can help you pair the right hoses, tools, and chemistry to your cleaning work.
