Remote control switch installs in 5
minutes to your countertop, sink or
cabinetry and is perfect for use with
an island.
Conveniently operates the disposer
with a simple press of a button.
This fiber optic remote switch has no
wiring connections or code restrictions.
biscuit
FOS 4017-BIS
satin nickel
FOS 4017-SN
chrome & white
FOS 4017-CHWH
Decorator colors match
remote control buttons, fit
into standard sink holes and
allow for quick installation.
chrome
FOS 4017-CH
chrome & black
FOS 4017-CHBL
brass & white
FOS 4017-BRWH
biscuit
FOA 4018-BIS
satin nickel
FOA 4018-SN
white
FOS 4017-WH
white & black
FOS 4017-WHBL
white
FOA 4018-WH
chrome
FOA 4018-CH
brass
FOA 4018-BR
Advantages to Fiber Optic
Remote Controller - FRC-4016
Issue Fiber Optic Air Electrical Explanation
Remote Controller Switch Switch
Fiber Optic Control YES NO NO Plastic optical fiber is durable and will not decay or crack
over time. Plastic optical fiber is the perfect insulator
between the user and 120V.
Plug-In Insulation YES YES NO The garbage disposer plugs into the Remote Controller
control box. Hard wiring is not required.
Need of Electrician NO NO YES Save money by doing it yourself.
Hole size for install 3/8” 1 1/4” N/A Few people have a 1 1/4” drill bit that will go through a
sink. Remote Controller install only needs a 3/8” hole.
Wet hands operation YES YES NO The plastic fiber optic line is not an electrical
conductor. There is no risk of shock.
20 second timeout YES NO NO Automatically shuts off after 20 seconds. A safety
feature extending the life of the disposer.
Mechanical movement 3/64” 1” N/A Only movement of the Remote Controller is the
membrane switch, when depressed.
Crud Factor NONE HIGH N/A “Crud” from kitchen waste can get into the well of the air
switch causing operational problems. The membrane switch
ensures consistent, easy operation.
Corrosion NONE NONE YES Remote Controller membrane switch won’t corrode.
Sample Installation Technical Data
MEMBRANE SWITCH
MEMBRANE
SWITCH
DISPOSER CONTROL
BOX
FIBER OPTIC
CABLE
120V
WALL OUTLET
Contact Bounce (on) . . . . . . . . . . <.3 ms
Contact Bounce (off) . . . . . . . . . . <.6 ms
Operating Temp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -55C to 100C
Humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-97% (no condensation)
Contact Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exceeds 1 million
FIBER OPTIC CABLE
Fiber w/ Jacket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . O.D. 2.2mm ± .007 including jacket
Fiber Core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1mm Single Strand
Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CPE (black)
Operating Temp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -55C to 85C
Attenuation (db/m). . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Tensile Strength (kg) . . . . . . . . . . 8
UL Remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UL1581 AWM VW-1 Style No. 5310
CONTROL BOX
Switch Rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 V 60Hz 15FLA
Operating Temp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -20C to 82C
Enclosure Material . . . . . . . . . . . . Noryl HS-2000
Supply Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3’ SJTW Water Resistant 14AWG
Receptacle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NEMA 15A, 125
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L:5” x W:3.5” x D:2.625”
Due to continued product improvement, system configurations and specifications may change without notice.
4240 E. La Palma Ave. • Anaheim, CA 92807
(800) 854-3229 • anaheimmfg.com
Registered to ISO 9001
3/08
ACC-1414