Badger 500 Garbage Disposal, 1/2 HP

The InSinkErator Badger 500, 1/2 HP Garbage Disposal, offers a clean, hygienic, convenient and environmentally responsible way to rid your kitchen of food scraps at the touch of a button. Septic-safe for properly maintained septic systems and fitting easily and discreetly under the kitchen sink, this compact garbage disposal effortlessly grinds food waste into tiny particles that easily flush down the kitchen drain. Part of the InSinkErator Badger Series, the durable, functional, long-lasting, and budget-friendly choice for garbage disposals, the Badger 500 disposal with factory-installed power cord features a 1/2 HP, heavy-duty Dura-Drive induction motor with more jam-busting torque to power through everyday food scraps. The rugged, galvanized steel grind components with stainless steel swivel lugs offer long-lasting durability, and the compact design saves valuable under-sink space. This InSinkErator Badger garbage disposal is equipped with Lift and Latch technology for hassle-free sink connection, so you don't have to hold the disposal with one hand while adjusting the mounting ring with the other. Your kitchen is the heart of your home, where you gather with family and other loved ones. The perfect complement to every kitchen since 1938, InSinkErator has been making products that aren't just better for your family, they're better for your world. Simple solutions from InSinkErator help you Kitchen Better.

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SKU: Badger500

Features

  • Badger 500 w/ cord 1/2 HP Garbage Disposal with 11.5-inch height and 6.31-inch width; includes all flanges, gaskets, bolts, etc., necessary for proper installation, plus jam-buster wrenchette and kitchen drain stopper
  • InSinkErator garbage disposal with power cord sold exclusively at The Home Depot
  • Durable, long-lasting, sink disposal featuring 1/2 HP Dura-Drive induction motor for maximum grinding power and durability; single stage of grind to handle everyday food scraps; rugged, galvanized steel grind components
  • Equipped with Lift and Latch technology for easier installation of sink garbage disposal; food waste disposer kitchen appliance assembled in USA with factory-installed power cord for quick plug-in setup
  • Power cord is sold separately for installations where a power outlet is present, most installations are direct wired and do not use a power cord
  • Simple DIY installation with "Twist-On, Twist-Off" Quick Lock Mount to help ensure fast and easy replacement of existing InSinkErator garbage disposer mounts
  • Compact garbage disposer with rugged construction and space-saving design that easily fits under sink, leaving room for other kitchen necessities and small kitchen appliances, like an instant hot water dispenser
  • Backed by InSinkErator 5-Year "We Come to You" Limited Service Warranty that covers in-home repair or replacement of Badger 500 kitchen garbage disposal by an authorized dealer

Specifications

Warranty
5-Year We Come to You® In-Home Limited Warranty
Type of Feed
Continuous
On/Off Control
Wall Switch
Motor
Single Phase
Horsepower
1/2 HP
Volts
120
HZ
60
Time Rating
Intermittent
Lubrication
Permanently Lubricated Upper & Lower Bearings
Shipping Weight (Approx.)
13 lbs. 10 oz.
Overall Height
11-1/2 Inches
Grind Chamber Capacity
26 oz.
Motor Protection
Manual Reset Overload
Drain Connection
1-1/2″ Cushioned Slip Joint
Dishwasher Drain Connection
Yes
Dishwasher Drain Connection
Yes

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