An electrical device called a disposer, this is a food waste disposer. It is installed under the sink and actuated by pressing a button. This kitchen appliance is connected to the drain system and connects directly to the sewer. Many users leave feedback about the food waste disposer as a device, the principle of which is similar to a juicer.
What can be chopped
In this machine, manufacturers are allowed to grind:
- vegetables;
- fruit;
- watermelon and melon rinds;
- soft chicken and fish bones;
- bakery and pasta;
- cereals;
- nutshell;
- butts;
- paper napkins.
If a hard bone is accidentally hit, the blocking system is triggered. You can get it with a specialspatula.
What can not be crushed
There are foods and things that cannot be ground in the device. These include:
- plastic, rubber and metallic packaging;
- beef tallow and ghee;
- hair;
- metal, plastic and glass shards;
- stringy and fibrous foods such as veined meats and banana peels.
Hydraulic disposer
If you read reviews of the hydraulic type food waste disposer, it becomes clear that it is a fairly reliable device. The flow of water passing through it when the tap is opened is actuated. The advantages of this model are:
- unpretentiousness;
- economy;
- virtually silent operation.
The disadvantage is that the device cannot be turned off if desired. It will work as long as the faucet is open. Another disadvantage is that the dispenser is not suitable for apartments where there are problems with the water supply. The hydraulic waste shredder does not differ in power. It can break when loaded with fruit bones, chicken bones.
Electric dispenser
The installation of this type of food waste disposer should only be carried out by a specialist, since it provides for direct contact with electricity and water at the same time. These models are very powerful. They can be turned on and off as needed. Water pressure does not affect operation. But there are also disadvantages:
- quite noisy work;
- the need to display the control button;
- consumption of additional electricity.
InSinkErator Evolution 200
Users note that the device reduces kitchen waste to a minimum without clogging the siphons at sinks. Such a dispenser is expensive, but if you believe the reviews about the Insinkerator food waste grinder, everything pays off quite quickly. The positives are:
- quality;
- reliability;
- convenience;
- great design.
This disposer is incredibly roomy and powerful. 1.2 liter working chamber processes a large amount of waste, built-in overload protection. All its elements are made of stainless steel. This electric model runs almost silently.
Bone Crusher BC610
Reviews of the Bone Crusher food waste disposer are positive. The model weighs 4.1 kg. It can be easily installed in the sink. It works on current. The device with a flow type of processing is supplemented with partial sound insulation and automatic overload protection. The working chamber has a volume of 600 ml. It is made of polycarbonate, and the main parts of the device are made of high-strength stainless steel.
Midea MD1-75
According to reviews, the Midea food waste disposer is considered another pretty good model. This is one of the most convenient kitchen appliances, the use of which is more environmentally friendly thanDisposing of food waste along with household waste. Chopper features:
- knives with anti-corrosion coating;
- three-stage food waste shredding system;
- jamming prevention mechanism.
The device weighs 6 kg, can work for a long time under load.
UNIPUMP BH 51
This device is made in China and has won recognition for value for money. The shredder is easy to use because it processes waste well. It is equipped with a high speed motor. The advantages include that it perfectly grinds tea leaves, small chicken bones, vegetable and fruit leftovers, watermelon crusts and eggshells.
Installing the appliance
After reading the reviews about the food waste disposer, you can understand that the installation process cannot be called easy. The first step is to inspect the sink. Its unstable position and irregular shape can damage the pipes. In this case, the work must be entrusted to a specialist.
Before you install the chopper, you need to have an outlet next to the sink, also make sure that the diameter of the drain and the hole match. The power button should be in a safe and convenient location. After that, proceed to the installation of the device itself. Disconnect the pipe and clean the drain. Then the rubber lining is installed under the sink flange, the fastener is inserted and the disposer is installed. Then the pipe and the utilizer are connected to each other, and the other end of the pipe is connected to the sewer. If installationdone correctly, the service life will be 10 years, if installed incorrectly, food waste disposers may soon need to be repaired.
It is important to remember that when connecting an electric model, insulation must be installed to prevent water from entering.
How to use the disposer
Properly connected device is easy to use. You should open the tap, set a fairly strong pressure of water. Turn on the dispenser, the hydraulic will turn on automatically. Load food waste into the drain hole of the sink. Once the noise stops, the grinding job is complete. This takes 3-5 minutes. Then, according to reviews, the food waste grinder must be turned off, the water drained and the tap closed. It is very important to turn on the grinder exclusively with water. Otherwise, it will not work or break quickly.
Selection Tips
Before you choose a food waste disposer, you need to familiarize yourself with its important characteristics. The power depends on the frequency of use. For a house, a device with a power of 0.5 kW is enough. In terms of volume, a small size dispenser will require less space, and they are also considered more convenient. For efficient operation, it is recommended to consider models with a rotation speed of 1400 rpm and above.
An important characteristic is the presence of an anti-corrosion coating. If all parts are covered with such a composition, then the device will be able to work even in the presence of heavymetals and impurities in water.
When choosing a chopper, you need to keep in mind that there are devices with mechanical and automatic start. The mechanical one is started by pressing a button, for it you need to make a hole in the countertop. The automatic model starts working as soon as the waste enters the opening, which is much more convenient. Nothing to press.
Water pressure is important for mechanical species. The water pressure for their operation must be at least 4 bar. Most often, this indicator is not available in apartments on the upper floors, so the mechanical model will only bring inconvenience.
The presence of auxiliary functions, such as rotation speed, reverse, makes the work more convenient and easier, but the cost of the disposer becomes higher. Before purchasing the model you like, you should ask if there are accessories for sale - graters, knives.
When choosing, keep in mind that inexpensive food waste disposers are generally very noisy - 70 dB. However, there are other devices in which the noise level does not go beyond 40 dB.
As practice shows, the service life of budget Chinese models is approximately 7 years. While branded dispensers can last from 8 to 10.
Chopper care
Although food waste disposers are considered self-cleaning appliances, they still need to be looked after. During the operation of the dispenser, sometimes you should turn on warm water, and not cold. It will help to remove the accumulated ongreasy coating on the walls.
After turning off the exterminator, do not immediately turn off the water. It should run for a few more seconds. Thanks to this approach, tiny particles of crushed food will be removed into the sewer.
Experts advise regularly pouring cubes of frozen soda solution and lemon zest into the device. This measure helps to avoid unpleasant odors coming from the drain hole. When assembling the shredder, it is not recommended to use corrugated pipe, because waste particles often get stuck in its folds, resulting in blockage.
One or two times a year, a special cleaning agent should be poured into the sink, which is designed to clean the utilizers from bacteria, unpleasant odors and plaque.
