LEDefense Garbage Disposal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LEDefense?

• InSinkErator^® LEDefense is an LED odor fighting sink flange.
• LEDefense technology Kills 99% of odor-causing bacteria*, combating the smell that comes from bacteria forming as a result of food waste in your sink.
• LEDefense technology helps prevent the build up on the baffle by killing common germs including bacteria and inhibiting mold growth.*
• LEDefense is sold with select InSinkErator® garbage disposal models.
• It is also sold as an accessory to retrofit any InSinkErator^® continuous feed disposal.

How does LEDefense work?

• InSinkErator^® LEDefense utilizes Vyv’s LED technology that has isolated a portion of the visible light spectrum (400-420 nm) that kills 99% of odor causing bacteria.*
• As it is UV-free, it meets international standards for continuous and unrestricted use around people, pets and plants.
• Backed by Vyv LED technology, the InSinkErator^® LEDefense flange features an always on, pleasant, purplish-blue LED light that provides 24/7 protection.

How is LEDefense powered?

• LEDefense requires a continuously powered dedicated outlet to power LED light.
• LEDefense must be powered via a separate outlet from a wall switched outlet used to power a disposal.
• LEDefense has a power draw of less than 0.07 amps.

Power Configuration Install Options:

• Plug LEDefense into a continuously powered outlet available under the sink.
• If a continuously powered outlet is NOT available under the sink, there are options available:
  • A nearby available continuously powered outlet may be utilized.
  • InSinkErator^® dual outlet sinktop switch can be utilized - Outlet 1: Connect InSinkErator^® Garbage Disposal. Outlet 2: Connect LEDefense. NOTE: when operating disposal, LED light will temporarily go out.
  • Check with local electrical codes, as well as consult with a professional electrician. You may be able to install a grounded, UL Listed splitter (2 AC outlets) on a dedicated, continuous GFCI outlet (min 15 amp outlet). It will turn your one outlet into two available outlets. Splitter used to power LEDefense flange and one other appliance (hot water tank, dishwasher, chiller) with a combined draw of less than 15 amps.

How do you install LEDefense?

• The installation of LEDefense will require removal and replacement of the prior existing mounting flange and assembly. To do so, the disposal will have to be dismounted first.
• Once the pre-existing disposal is dismounted and the flange removed, simply install the new LEDefense flange. NOTE: a rubber flange seal is provided with installation components and should be used in lieu of plumber’s putty.
• A red plastic wire guard clip is pre-installed on the LEDefense flange to help keep the cord out of the way during installation. Once the flange is installed, the clip can be removed and thrown away.
• Remount the disposal.
• Once the disposal is installed, plug the included power adapter for the LEDefense flange into a standard continuously powered outlet under your sink. See “Power Configuration Install Options” (above) if an outlet is not available.

Are there any compatibility issues with LEDefense?

• LEDefense requires the use of the LEDefense baffle included with both LEDefense disposer models and accessory. The LEDefense flange is not compatible with any other baffle type.
• LEDefense is not compatible with existing InSinkErator Cover Control models.
• LEDefense is not recommended to be paired with BOOST accessory with Septic Guard solution. The anti-microbial technology in LEDefenses can impact the effectiveness of the micro-organisms in the Septic Guard solution.

What is included with the LEDefense?

• LEDefense disposer models include:
  • Household Disposal
  • Complete Mounting Assembly Hardware
  • Rubber Sink Flange Gasket & Fiber Back Up Flange Gasket
  • LEDefense removable baffle
  • LEDefense Flange w/ attached wire guard
  • LEDefense Flange Power Cord/Adapter
  • EZ-Connect Cord
  • EZ-Connect Hardwire Adapter
• LEDefense Accessory includes:
  • Complete Mounting Assembly Hardware
  • Rubber Sink Flange Gasket & Fiber Back up Flange Gasket
  • LEDefense removable baffle
  • LEDefense Flange w/ attached wire guard
  • LEDefense Power Cord/Adapter

What is the warranty for LEDefense?

• LEDefense disposal models match the warranty of the disposal.
  • PRO 1250 LED - 12 year limited warranty**
  • PRO 1000 LED - 11 year limited warranty**
  • Evolution 1.0HP LED - 10 year limited warranty**
  • Evolution .75HP LED - 9 year limited warranty**
• LEDefense Accessory
  • FLG-SS-LED - 3 year limited warranty**

*Grind Chamber / Flange Below Baffle: Results may vary depending on the amount of light that is reaching the surfaces in the space where the product is installed and the length of time of exposure. Use of Vyv antimicrobial light is not intended to replace manual cleaning and disinfection practices. Sanitization will only function when unit is plugged in and LED lights are on. Testing on a non-enveloped virus (MS2 bacteriophage) showed a 99.985% reduction in controlled laboratory testing in 6 hours on hard surfaces. Testing on SARS-CoV-2 (enveloped virus) showed a 98.45% reduction in controlled laboratory testing in 4 hours on hard surfaces. Testing on Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella enterica and Escherichia coli showed 99%+ reduction in controlled laboratory testing in 24 hours on hard surfaces. Growth of mold (Aspergillus) inhibited (in laboratory-controlled studies with prolonged use).

**See product warranty for details