Simply put your garbage or hand roughly 6" in front of the garbage can and the patented infrared sensor will lift the lid for effortless, sanitary disposal of your waste. Once you remove your waste and/or hand the trash can will close automatically within 3-seconds. This helps minimize odors that emit from waste inside the trash can while also promoting a healthy, sanitary environment for not only you but everyone else around you!
Note: On the front of the trash can are two buttons that you can use if you would rather open and close the garbage can manually. On the back of the unit is an on/off switch to completely turn the unit off.How durable is this hands-free, touchless automatic trash can?
With it's beautiful stainless steel look, and it's heavy-duty ABS plastic lid construction this can is made to take the abuse while also providing an elegant look to match any decor! Four "D" sized batteries that are included with the unit will provide six months(20 opens a day) to a year of use depending on how much you use the trash can. Put it in the kitchen and watch your kids actually want to throw their trash away! Kids love it, Mom's love it, Dad's love it and so does everyone that has ever used one!