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Insinkerator sink garbage disposal, how does it work and which model to choose?

Insinkerator comes directly from America, but in Italy it is still not widespread. It is the sink garbage disposal, the object that solves the problem of organic waste.

 

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Sink garbage disposer: let's get to know him better

The birth of the sink garbage disposer was the birth of the sink garbage disposal. attributable to the ingenious American architect John W. Hammes who, in 1927, designed the; the first prototype of what would become an organic waste disposer .

For many years the sink garbage disposal has been the most popular choice. It was illegal for fear it could pollute cities' water and sewage systems. However, yes it is. then demonstrated the unreliability of the initial fears. 

Today is the day. It is possible to use a kitchen sink easily even in Italy. The art. 2, civil code 8-bis and 19, of the legislative decree 16 January 2008, n. 4, in fact reports that “ the disposal of waste, even if shredded, in the sewer system is permitted with the exception of organic waste coming from food waste treated with food waste disposers which reduce its mass into fine particles, subject to verification of the existence of a purification system by the managing body of the integrated water service".

 

From here, its sale   he has known no setbacks. Today is the day. in fact present in about 50% of American families. In Italy, the sink garbage disposal also known as food waste disposer (DRA) is now experiencing its moment of maximum diffusion. Those who are lucky enough to discover it, in fact become its spokesperson by recommending it to friends and relatives precisely because of its usefulness; and simplicity; of use.

 

How does an Insinkerator sink disposer work?

Installed below the sink itself and connected to its outlet, the sink garbage disposal is really simple and immediate to use.

It is in fact, it is sufficient to place the organic waste inside the sink and press the button which activates the mechanism. At this point, the garbage disposal chops the organic waste and forms a kind of very liquid pulp which is then transported from the disposer to the pipes. All models of Insinkerator work thanks to hammers capable of crushing food waste. Unlike blades, using hammers is simple. by itself; more safe and maintenance-free.

What can be done? put in the garbage disposal?

A household garbage disposal can shred any type of food waste. Obviously however; not everything can; be "dissipated". To be absolutely excluded are large bones, so like fruit pits. It is on the other hand, it is possible to dissipate banana peels (or fruit in general), or fibrous and filamentous vegetables such as artichokes and fennel, provided that these are first cut into small pieces. 

 

 

Sink garbage disposals: which one to choose?

Tritarifiuti da lavandino Insinkerator, come funziona e quale modello scegliere?

What are the best kitchen garbage disposals? The choice obviously depends a lot on personal needs. 

The models of   Insinkerator ISE 46 Insinkerator ISE 56   and 

Insinkerator Waste disposer mod. ISE46
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Insinkerator Waste disposer mod. ISE46

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Insinkerator ISE 56   the medium model of the ISE series. Useful for  nuclei of 2 people . This model features more advanced noise reduction technology. advanced features of the ISE46 model. 

Insinkerator Waste disposer mod. ISE56
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Insinkerator Waste disposer mod. ISE56

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Insinkerator ISE 66   perfect for those looking for a half way solution; road between the economic convenience of domestic heat sinks  entry level  ISE and the performance of the new EVOLUTION professional models. 

This model, in fact, is  more powerful than the ISE46 and ISE56 , with an engine of 0.75hp. It therefore allows you to shred more; waste, all with a  Enhanced Noise Absorption System .

Insinkerator Waste disposer mod. ISE66C with cutlery-saving cap
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Insinkerator Waste disposer mod. ISE66C with cutlery-saving ...

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cutlery-saving cap , which allows you to fill the sink where it is; installed the waste disposal unit and prevent some cutlery from falling into the shredding chamber, putting the integrity of the waste at risk. of the dissipator.

You can however; buy the cap separately or choose the model  Insinkerator ISE66C , which includes the cutlery-saving cap in the scope of delivery.

A family or a business can help you. who needs  disposing of a lot of organic waste , on the other hand, will have to be done. opt for a  more model; efficient .

That's why InSinkErator has launched the  new Evolution models .

A good solution is, in fact, the   Insinkerator Evolution 100 heatsink   40% less plus; quieter than standard models. This model includes the cutlery cap.

Insinkerator Waste disposer mod. EVOLUTION 100
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Insinkerator Waste disposer mod. EVOLUTION 100

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the  Insinkerator Evolution 200 heat sink . This model has a system equipped with a three-stage technology  capable of  dispel practically any organic waste . It is the model  more quiet  of the range (-60% noise compared to standard models). The Evolution 200 also includes among its accessories the cutlery-saving cap to prevent these from ending up in the garbage disposal.

Insinkerator Waste disposer mod. EVOLUTION 200
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Insinkerator Waste disposer mod. EVOLUTION 200

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Con i modelli Insinkerator ISE 66, Evolution 200 e 100 , tritarifiuti professionali, è also possible  break into easily crushable types of bones such as turkey and chicken

All products purchased on Professional Pots have  two year warranty .

 

The real advantages of the food waste disposer

Extremely convenient for emptying the leftover dishes directly into the sink, the sink disposer has many advantages:

  • It does not occupy the space usually intended for the wet container
  • It allows you to eliminate bad smells
  • Eliminate the purchase costs of biodegradable bags

For the environment, the benefits are even greater; important. 

Did you know, for example, that organic waste produces methane gas which is notoriously harmful to the environment?

With the sink disposer , on the other hand, you solve the problem of CO2 emissions and contribute to emptying the spaces of the now very full landfills by 20% .

 

How to install a sink garbage disposal in the kitchen?

Installing an Insinkerator garbage disposal is not a task. not at all complicated for those who are handy enough for housework. Usually, however, we recommend relying on a professional plumber , both for safety and to be able to refer to the insurance in the event of breakdowns or installation problems.

First of all, you must disconnect the drain pipe from the drain of your sink, together with the gooseneck and other pipes that could be in the way of installation.

Then you must remove the pre-existing drain and  insert the collar of the dissipator from above , while under the sink you must assemble , with relative gasket, the heat sink; connection ring by tightening the three screws to obtain a uniform grip.

Once this is done, proceed by hooking the dissipator to the under-sink thanks to the three tabs, rotating it until it is completely connected. Using the siphons supplied and the anti-vibration fitting, you must connect the unit to the hydraulic system . You can also connect the dishwasher via the coupling on the disposer.

After that; all that remains is to install the pneumatic button and operate the garbage disposal , after having plugged it into the socket. The pneumatic button is connected under the garbage disposal via a PVC pipe through which the air that activates the dissipator flows. If you want you can; also connect the Insinkerator garbage disposal to an On/Off socket but the first ignition must be done by giving an input via a pneumatic key. Subsequently, it will be possible to use the classic power switch, like for house lights.

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