Criteria for choosing a sink grinder, an overview of the best models and how to install it
Many people are familiar with the problem of the appearance of an unpleasant smell from the sink. The trash stuck there is to blame. A device such as a kitchen sink dispenser is able to neutralize food waste by mashing the mash until it stands up and sending it further down the sewer lines. Although previously such equipment was used extremely rarely, and even then in canteens or restaurants more and more people are trying to equip a city apartment with a grinder.
General Food Waste Disposer Design
A grinder is an ordinary chopper. But it does not work outside, but inside the hull, that is, without human intervention. The principle of operation is to grind raw and boiled vegetables, fruits, pasta, cereals, meat or fish. Food waste that ends up in the sink is cut into small pieces using the built-in sharp knives. As a result, the mass turns into slurry, which is easily washed off and sent further to the sewer. As a result, there are no unpleasant odors, the pipes will never be clogged.
The grinder's mechanism of action is simple. Inside the container, which is provided with an electric motor, there is a special compartment where the food itself is chopped. In the upper part of the dispenser there are metal plates that rotate at a speed of 1000-3000 thousand revolutions per minute (depending on the model and the power of the device). The device is equipped with cams that literally crush the waste.
If the model is expensive, there will be a reverse movement of these cams, which allows them to move in different directions and, therefore, to crush the waste very quickly and efficiently.
The centrifugal force that appears during the operation of the device throws waste on the walls. In this way, they enter special graters, which further grind them to a puree. In the end, a suspension is obtained, in which the waste is up to a maximum of 3 millimeters. These easily mix with water and move on. Naturally, plumbers would like everyone to use the dispensers in their apartments. And it's not only because they have less work to do, because the sinks don't clog, but also for other reasons:
- Keep the kitchen clean and tidy.
- Compliance with sanitary and hygienic standards.
- Good smell in the room with no signs of rotting food.
- Easy assembly and installation.
- Versatility, compactness - can be installed in any size sink, even the smallest.
- Environmentally friendly - the devices contain no plastic, only metal.
- Service sustainability.
- Long warranty period (not less than one year for all manufacturers, but it can be up to 20 years).
- Total security - there is no access to the knives, even if the structure is dismantled.
Modern distributors do not require any maintenance. For them to work properly, you just need to install them. The knives are self-cleaning, the devices have a special mechanism for this. Grinding mechanisms do not require sharpening.
However, any model of grinder has certain disadvantages. More importantly, utility costs will increase slightly. Water is needed for better waste recycling, electricity powers the knives. On average, in a family, the rate of water consumption per month increases by 200 liters, and electricity per day by 60-100 watts at most.
Quality waste disposal products can't be cheap. Don't buy the cheapest option. Substandard materials are likely to be used, causing knives to break on solid foods. Better to choose a model for at least $ 200-300. These guarantee efficient work and a long service life.
Choice criteria
When purchasing, pay attention to the following parameters.
Power
You have to choose according to the amount of waste to be processed by the shredder. The most powerful are suitable for technical purposes, for example, for restaurants, collective catering and canteens. A power of 1300 watts will suffice in this case. At the same time, for an average family of three or four people, a grinder with a capacity of about 600-800 watts will be quite enough. It doesn't require a lot of electricity to operate and will do its job efficiently.
Rotational speed
The speed of rotation is only important for grinders powered by an electrical network.Mechanical models rotate independently, their speed depends on water pressure. On average, 1000 rpm is enough for an electric model.
Noise level
The noise level is the most important feature, which for some reason people think of last. If there are adults, small children or animals in the house who are very frightened by high-pitched sounds, it is better to think about buying a low-noise grinder.
Review of the best models
These models are popular among consumers.
Single pump BH 51
An inexpensive grinder is made in China, but the model is Russian. The motor is rated for no more than 400 watts, 4,000 revolutions. That's enough power to handle solid food debris. But it is better not to take risks and immediately throw large bones, fish scales in the trash.
PREMIUM STATUS 100
This model is produced in Italy. The device is quite miniature, but at the same time the technical characteristics are at their best. The power leaves 390 watts, the revolutions make 1480. The peculiarity is the engine with two degrees of crushing.
PREMIUM STATUS 150
In appearance and technical characteristics, it is similar to the previous model. But the special thing is the enlarged grinding chamber - 1.2 liters. It is made of high quality metal, the knives are very sharp, stainless steel. There is no reason to doubt the quality of the device.
In the Erator Evolution 200 sink
This device comes from America. Designed for any type of load. High power and high speed allow you to work through the toughest trash, even cattle bones. There are three crushing systems, and the waste enters each of them only after passing through the previous one.There is a noise reduction system.
Zorg (ZR-38 D)
The grinder is quite compact, so it is suitable even for a small kitchen. Czech equipment is equipped with automatic protection against overheating.
MIDEA MD1-C56
The Chinese device is versatile, convenient and practical. Fits into any sink. But it makes a lot of noise during operation, which is not always suitable.
BONE CRUSHER BC 610
The dispenser bowl and the knives are made of high quality stainless steel. Powerful enough to handle solid waste.
Bort Titan 5000
Indeed, the "Titan" crusher is distinguished by a large number of reversals. It instantly crushes bones, hard veins, raw vegetables.
Thor T22
A powerful dispenser designed for the middle class. It will last longer if not heavily used.
How to install correctly
First you need to determine the dimensions of the grinder. For this, the characteristics are checked:
- Height and width of the equipment.
- Distance between the bottom of the sink and the hole.
- The distance between the hole and the end of the nozzle.
- Distance from the center of the distributor to the center of the equipment connection.
The level of the drain pipe is measured. It must decrease towards the wall. After that, it is necessary to supply power to the distributor. A leash is worn under the sink (there is none in the standard variation). Insulate so that the passage of the current is localized. If you do not have the necessary knowledge, it is better to call an electrician.
The network power is selected so that it is sufficient for the operation of the chopper, but not more than 20 percent of this number.
Direct installation is performed. The process consists of steps:
- Make a hole for the button, cut the pipe to the required length.
- Disconnect the water supply.
- Remove the odor seal.
- Disconnect the water supply hoses.
- Remove the sink outlet.
- Disassemble the top of the chopper.
- Place the gasket on the flange.
- Install retaining ring and bolts.
- Tighten the screws.
- Connect the grinder to the tank.
- Connect the shutter to the grinder.
- Connect the other side to the sewer.
- Install the button to turn on the grinder.
- Connect the hose to the switch.
Be sure to check for at least five minutes the quality of the grinder's work.
Rules of operation
Necessary:
- Use a dispenser for up to three minutes.
- Let the water run for another 15 seconds after turning off the grinder.
- Do not throw solid particles if the grinder is not intended for them.
Grinders don't handle some foods well and mix well. It is worth limiting contact with corn cobs, banana peels, onion peels. You should also watch out for hot oil and grease, hair and wires, large bones, broken dishes and plastic.