The Sandia Sniper 86-3100 is a 6-gallon carpet extractor with a 100 PSI pump and two powerful 3-stage vacuum motors built for strong moisture recovery and faster drying. With a top-mounted control panel and big stair-climbing wheels, it is a portable workhorse for contractors and facility teams cleaning carpet across multiple rooms and floors.
Built for
Cleaning contractors and property crews reach for the 86-3100 for dependable portable extraction:
- Carpet deep cleaning in offices, apartments, and residential rooms
- Multi-floor buildings where stair-climbing wheels ease the move between jobs
- Everyday route work that values strong water lift and quick fill-and-dump
Specifications
- 6-gallon solution tank and 6-gallon recovery tank
- 100 PSI solution pump
- Two 3-stage vacuum motors, 15.5 amp, 170-inch water lift, 100 CFM
- Non-heated (cold-water) model
- Top-mounted control panel that stays protected in use and transit
- Two 25-foot power cords
- 10-inch non-skid, non-marking stair-climbing wheels
- Roto-molded polyethylene tanks that resist dents, chips, and cracks
- Warranty: multi-year on vacuum motors, with component coverage per Sandia terms
Getting the best results
Get strong recovery and faster drying with good technique:
- Pre-spray and dwell on soiled areas, then extract with slow, overlapping dry passes to pull out more moisture.
- Keep the recovery filter clean so the 3-stage motors maintain full water lift.
- Use a defoamer in the recovery tank to protect the vacuum motors.
- Add airmovers after cleaning to speed drying and reduce wicking.
Frequently asked questions
How strong is the vacuum?
Two 3-stage motors deliver about 170 inches of water lift, which pulls a high share of the moisture out of the carpet for faster drying.
Is this model heated?
No. The 86-3100 is a cold-water machine; the right pre-spray chemistry handles most soils effectively.
Does it include a wand and hoses?
This is the machine-only version, so you add the wand, hoses, and hand tools that match your work.
Can it handle stairs and multiple floors?
Yes. The 10-inch non-marking wheels are designed for stair climbing, which makes moving between floors easier.
Why pick 100 PSI?
A 100 PSI pump suits general residential and light-commercial carpet cleaning; higher-pressure Sniper models target heavier or more varied soil.
Discount Cleaning Products is an authorized Sandia dealer with US-based customer service to help you pair the right wand, hoses, hand tool, and chemistry. Reach out if you want help choosing between the Sniper models.
