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WHAT IS IT? The Essential Values Countertop Disposal Air Switch works like a button on your sink that is an alternative to a wall switch. It uses the pressure of air to turn on and off your garbage disposal.
How does a garbage disposal air switch work?
A garbage disposal air switch is a type of pressure or plunger control knob that activates a garbage disposal by pushing a burst of air through a plastic or vinyl tube to a control unit mounted under a sink. These air switches do not rely upon electricity and thus permit mounting on counter or sink surfaces.
Are garbage disposal Air switches safe?
Safety – First and foremost, air switches are very safe. Even though the control box/air switch is plugged into an electrical outlet under the sink, there’s no electricity at the point of contact with the countertop garbage disposal button. Thus, reducing the risk of electrical shock.
Why do garbage disposals use air switch?
The air switches do not rely on electricity therefore they can be mounted on the counter or sink surfaces. Using a disposal air switch you remove the risk of electrical shock because there is no current at the point of actuation. The garbage disposal air switch is a great solution for island sink installations.
How do you bypass the air switch on a garbage disposal?
Make sure that the disposal switch is in the “OFF” position. Gently press the red button in to reset garbage disposal. If it does not stay in (retracted), wait ten minutes and try again. Turn on a cold stream of water and turn the disposal switch to “ON” position, the disposal should now run again.
Do I need an air switch?
Why Use an Air Switch The main benefit of using an air switch is that it keeps the user away from the electrical components of the circuit. This is beneficial because it enables them to be used in wet environments without the risk of the user becoming electrocuted.
Where do you put an air switch?
We normally place it right next to the faucet itself. This eliminates an electrical switch from being placed on the wall, where it can clutter up the look of your backsplash. And it works great with island sinks.
Where does the garbage disposal switch go?
The best location for the disposal switch is an airswitch on your counter, next to the faucet. It will not harm or crack your granite to have the air switch there. So many people on this forum have an airswitch in the countertop near the faucet, and not once have we heard of it cracking the granite.
What is an electric air switch?
As you may assume from the name, an Air Switch is a switch which is activated by air. A push button can be used to instigate a “puff” or “sip” of air which travels along a length of PVC tubing and activates the air switch. The air switch will turn a device on or off.
What is an air switch on an InSinkErator?
A convenient alternative to a wall switch, the stylish SinkTop Switch™ from InSinkErator® is air-activated and easily mounts to the sink or counter top. The SinkTop Switch is for use with all disposers (must have AC power below sink.).
Are air switches waterproof?
AN AIR SWITCH IS A REMOTE CONTROL DEVICE An air switch is a wireless control used as an electrically safe remote control to operate motors or pumps or electrical devices. This is a shockproof, explosion proof and waterproof system. The system works on a sealed air displacement principle.
How do you test an air switch?
With air applied to the pressure switch, place one lead of the ohm meter to one of the loose wires, and the second lead to the second loose wire. The air pressure switch should close when air is applied. If the switch closes, the ohm meter will read zero ohms, indicating the air pressure switch is good.
Does garbage disposal need a switch?
A garbage disposal typically plugs into a 120-volt GFCI (ground-fault circuit interruptor) outlet under the sink. Note: Batch-feed disposers don’t require a switch because they start when you insert and turn a special drain plug.
Does my sink need an air gap?
Most plumbing codes stipulate that all commercial food and beverage preparation sinks must possess an air gap. A plumber installing a new dishwasher will require you to have an air gap connection. If you do forgo an air gap, your house will not be up to code.
Which garbage disposal is best?
BEST OVERALL: InSinkErator Pro Series 3/4 HP Food Waste Disposal. BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Waste King L-1001 Garbage Disposal with Power Cord. BEST FOR SMALL KITCHENS: Waste King Legend Series 1/2 HP Disposal with Cord. BEST FOR FAMILIES: Waste Maid 1-1/4 HP Garbage Disposal, Premium, Black.
What is an air switch kitchen?
Presair air switches create a safe switching mechanism where water, fire or other hazardous material may be present, such as a kitchen. Commonly used for garbage disposals, the air switch turns equipment on/off with the push of a button or other air bellow.
Do you need an air gap with a garbage disposal?
When there is a garbage disposal installed, the dishwasher drain line should run down from the air gap or high loop and connect to a side nipple on the disposal, where it connects with a hose clamp. Do not bypass the garbage disposal if it is present.
