Hobart FD4/50 Basic Unit Food Waste Disposer, 1/2 HP, Aluminum Housing
Basic unit only; heavy aluminum housing
Built for dependable food waste reduction, this 1/2 HP disposer pairs rugged aluminum construction with dual-direction grinding to handle daily commercial cleanup.
- Basic unit only disposer; control groups and accessory groups are sold separately.
- 1/2 HP continuous-duty motor with manual-reset thermal overload protection.
- Heavy aluminum grind and discharge housings for durable commercial use.
- Dual-direction flywheel operation helps clear jams and improve grinding efficiency.
- Mounts to 7 in. I.D. cones with a vinyl isolating ring to reduce vibration and noise.
- Chrome-plated brass tailpiece connects to a standard 1 1/2 in. drain trap.
Product Weight:
60.0 lbContinuous-Duty 1/2 HP Motor
Designed for commercial food waste grinding, with a manual-reset thermal overload inherent protector for added motor protection.
Heavy Aluminum Housing Construction
Aluminum grind and discharge housings provide rugged durability while keeping the unit relatively lightweight.
Dual-Directional Grinding
The flywheel can operate in either direction to help clear jams and improve grinding element life and efficiency.
Vibration-Reducing Mounting
Fastens to 7 in. I.D. throat opening cones and uses a vinyl isolating ring to eliminate metal-to-metal contact.
Replaceable Grinding Elements
Includes hardened stainless steel cutter blocks and a breaker blade arrangement designed for long service life.
Cartridge-Style Shaft Seal
A high-quality mechanical face seal helps protect the motor shaft area from wear and leakage.
Standard Drain Connection
A chrome-plated brass tailpiece is provided for connection to a 1 1/2 in. standard drain trap.
Permanently Lubricated Bearings
Upper and lower ball bearings are permanently lubricated for reduced maintenance.
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