KitchenAid KCDB250G Continuous Feed Garbage Disposal 1/2 HP
- 1/2 HP motor, 1725 rpm grinding speed
- Continuous feed, runs with or without the food cover
- Overload protection with a manual reset
- Stainless steel, silver finish
- Wall switch operation, wired to an electrical switch
Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A mid-power continuous feed disposal that grinds while the switch is on and resets by hand after an overload. The listing does not say whether a power cord is included or what the warranty is, so budget for hardwiring.
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ASIN: B0013E9OJKModel: KCDB250GCategory: Garbage Disposals
Overview
A grinding motor turning at a fixed speed inside the chamber under the sink is the working part here, and it runs for as long as the wall switch stays on. Scraps go down the drain opening with the cover on or off. An overload trip stops the motor and a manual reset restarts it.
Continuous feed is the reason to choose it: you can scrape plates while the motor runs instead of stopping to load a chamber. What the listing leaves out matters just as much, with no cord, no warranty term and no sound insulation mentioned anywhere.
Who it's for
Homes replacing a wired-in disposal controlled by a wall switch can swap this unit into the same spot. Renters without an electrical switch at the sink, or anyone who expects a cord and sound baffling to be included, should choose a unit whose listing states those.
Pros and cons
- Continuous feed grinding
- Works with or without food cover
- Overload protection with manual reset
- Stainless steel body
- Warranty term not listed
- Cord and sound insulation unmentioned
- Needs a wired wall switch
- Manual reset after every overload
Performance notes
Grind results come from the motor speed acting on the impellers in the chamber, and the continuous feed lets water and scraps flow through without pausing. Tough or fibrous waste that stalls the motor trips the overload, and the unit stays off until the reset is pressed. Because the switch controls power, the disposal runs only as long as the circuit is held on.
Specifications
| Brand | Standard Plumbing Supply |
|---|---|
| Model | KCDB250G |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 14.12 pounds |
| Product dimensions | 14.6 × 7.5 × 7.4 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Overload protection | Yes, manual reset |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Horsepower | 0.5 hp |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Finish | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Feed type | Continuous feed |
| Batteries Required | No |
Frequently asked questions
How much space does the Kitchen Aid KCDB250G need under the sink?
The listed product dimensions are 14.6 x 7.5 x 7.4 inches and it weighs 14.12 pounds.
Does the KCDB250G need a food cover to run?
No. The description says it operates with or without the food cover, since it is a continuous feed design.
Does the Kitchen Aid KCDB250G come with a power cord?
The listing does not mention a cord. It says the disposer is connected to an electrical switch, so plan on hardwiring.
What happens if the KCDB250G jams?
It has overload protection with a manual reset, so the motor shuts off and you press the reset to restart it.
Is the KCDB250G discontinued?
The listing states it is not discontinued by the manufacturer.