Food Waste Disposer Buying Guides
A quality food waste disposer should last for a long time. The key things that you
should consider when purchasing your food waste disposer are; what kind of noise
reduction does the unit have? As the models increase in price you will find that
they are also coming with more efficient sound insulation. What size motor does
it have? The bigger the motor the larger the range of items they can process and
the longer the life expectancy. What type of feed does the item have? There are
2 types continuous feed (most common) and batch feed operates only when lid is fastened.
Sound Control
Food waste disposal units are so visibly inconspicuous; the sound it makes should
not make up for the difference. All units are going to make a certain level of noise-
after all; the lugs are crushing your scraps. The Dura-Drive™ induction motors
found in In-Sink-Erator models are best for minimizing noise as opposed to those
with permanent magnet motors. For the least amount of noise, look for a product
that has integrated sound baffles, top of the line insulation and large sound barriers.
Size
The size of your waste disposal unit and it's motor should be directly related to
the amount of waste you are intending to put down the machine. While you would not
notice a large machine's size over a smaller one, its reliability and warranty go
hand-in-hand with its capacity.
Continuous Vs Batch
Continuous Feed Vs Batch Feed - Waste disposers vary in terms of the way in which
they grind food scraps. The most common of food waste disposers, the continuous
feed refers to the way in which the cold water is turned on, the switch is flicked
and the machine runs until it is turned off. In contrast, a batch feed will only
operate once the lid is fastened and the machine is turned on. This feature has
been introduced to avoid accidents that may occur when reaching down while the machine
is on or other objects falling in by accident. We feel, however, that the continuous
feed machines are far more convenient, and the risk of an accident is very small
as long as you are careful when it is running.
Which Switch to Use?
Choosing between two different switches to your machine, there are some factors
to consider. Your choice is between a standard electric switch, or an air switch
(only available with continuous feed models). While most traditionally models have
been fitted with electrical switches, the new air switch provides further convenience
and safety when using your waste disposal units. The air switch, when pressed, produces
vibrations via a pipe in your counter top. This then turns the unit on. These are
generally more convenient as they can be positioned nearby the machine and prevent
any potential of an electric shock. The air switch comes standard with the In Sink
Erator models 65 and 75 and is available as an accessory.
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