Whirlaway 191 Garbage Disposal 1/3 HP
- 1/3 horsepower, high speed permanent magnet motor
- No power cord included, sold as a standard model less cord
- 2 year over the counter replacement warranty
- 13.8 x 6.1 x 5.8 inches, 7.2 lb, plastic body
Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A basic low horsepower disposer for light kitchen scraps backed by an over the counter replacement warranty. It arrives without a cord, so plan on hardwiring or buying one separately.
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ASIN: B000CIMJKYModel: 191Category: Garbage Disposals
Overview
No stainless chamber, no sound package, no cord: the Whirlaway unit is a standard model that installs below a kitchen sink and grinds food waste with a high speed permanent magnet motor. The wiring is finished on site since no cord ships with it.
A permanent magnet motor delivers more power per pound of disposer, which is the reason to choose a small low horsepower unit for light kitchen duty. The listing names no grind chamber material, no noise feature and no cord, so the buyer supplies the wiring and accepts an unknown build inside.
Who it's for
Small kitchens that run the disposer for plate scrapings and prep trimmings are the use case, with a counter replacement warranty if it fails early. Households that grind large volumes or expect a stainless grind chamber and sound insulation are not served.
Pros and cons
- Permanent magnet motor for its size
- Over the counter replacement warranty
- Compact cylindrical body
- Plastic housing stays light
- No power cord in the box
- Grind chamber material not listed
- Low horsepower for bones and fibrous waste
- Plastic body, not stainless
Performance notes
The permanent magnet motor is what gives the small housing its output, reaching speed quickly and shredding soft scraps on contact. Harder waste loads a motor of this rating, so feeding slowly with the water running governs how often it stalls and trips.
Specifications
| Brand | Moen |
|---|---|
| Model | 191 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 7.2 pounds |
| Product dimensions | 13.8 × 6.1 × 5.8 inches |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 13.8"L x 6.1"W x 5.8"H |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Horsepower | 0.33 hp |
| Power cord | Not included (less cord) |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Plastic |
| Color | Blue |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Whirlaway 191 Disposal |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Motor type | High speed permanent magnet |
| Shape | Cylindrical |
| Item Type Name | Whirlaway 191 1/3 Horsepower Garbage Disposal |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Whirlaway 191 disposal?
The listing names the disposer itself as the included component and describes the unit as less cord, meaning no power cord is supplied.
Is the Whirlaway 191 a Moen product?
The listing names Moen as the brand and manufacturer, with Whirlaway 191 as the item name and WAW-191 as the part number.
What does the Whirlaway 191 warranty cover?
The listing describes a 2 year over the counter replacement warranty. It does not describe in-home service.