Switching mechanism for a batch feed waste disposer
US7500626B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 18, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 10, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB02C2018/168
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A switching mechanism for a food waste disposer is provided having a plastic one-piece housing that engages an external surface of the food waste disposer by snapping thereto. The switching mechanism also contains a switch capable of enabling operation of the food waste disposer in response to an interlock device positioned within the drain opening. Also provided is a method for converting a continuous feed waste disposer into a batch feed waste disposer. The switching mechanism includes a plug having a male end and a female end that can receive the electrical plug from the continuous feed waste disposer.
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