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Product Description

100% hands-free, foot-free operated, lidded waste disposal system. The built-in infrared sensor and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Smart-Chip knows when you need to open trash can, and do all the openings and closings for you without touching or step-on anything. No germs on the lid and no odor. Place hand or unwanted debris about 6 inches away from the infrared sensor near the lid. It will open instantly and will close automatically in 5-second after debris has been released and hand moves away. Lid will remain open if debris or hand is within the sensor range. There are two buttons on the front to open and close the lid manually and an on/off switch. Use 4 D sized batteries ONLY, do not work with ac power adaptor. Batteries last up to one year. 13 gallon/49 liter brushed finish stainless steel touchless trashcan.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #86 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Size: 13 Gallon / 49.1 Liter
• Color: Stainless Steel
• Brand: iTouchless
• Model: DZT13/IT13CB
• Released on: 2006-02-10
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 27.00" h x 10.50" w x 14.50" l, 7.00 pounds

Features

• Touchless trashcan creates a germ free, odor free, automated environment
• Uses patented, invisible, and harmless infrared technology
• Lid opens instantly when hand or trash is within six inches of its sensor
• Designed to open flawlessly more than 100,000 times
• Can comes with lid packed inside

Amazon.com Product Description
Once you've tried the iTouchless Touchless Trashcan, you will never go back to the traditional or step-on trash can again. After all, your trashcan is your most-used everyday "appliance," so why not make it easier, more pleasant, and a lot less messy to use?

iTouchless trashcan opens and closes without touching the bin. View larger.

About the Touchless Trashcan
The 13-gallon, brushed stainless steel Touchless Trashcan is a patented product that's already widely recognized in Europe. Thousands have been sold on infomercials, QVC, and HSN home shopping channels. It also won the 2002 Invention Show, New Household Product Award. It is a 100 percent hands-free operated, wireless, lidded waste disposal system. The built-in Artificial Intelligent (AI) Smart-Chip knows when you need to open trash can, and it does all the openings and closings for you so you don't have to touch or step on anything.

How it Works
The Touchless Trashcan uses patented, invisible, and harmless infrared technology. Simply place your hand or debris about six inches away from the infrared sensor near the lid. It will open instantly when you approach and will close automatically in three seconds after debris has been released and your hand moves away. The lid will remain open if debris or your hand is within the 6-inch range of the infrared sensor. There are two buttons on the front to open and close the lid manually, and a easy to reach on/off switch on the back of the trashcan.

The Benefits of the Touchless Trashcan
This trashcan creates a germ free, odor free, automated environment. It keeps your hands clean while you are cooking or playing with your children. It also helps prevent contamination, which reduces the threat of certain illnesses and infections. Because the trashcan turns an ordinary chore into something fun, your kids will have fun throwing the trash away for you. In addition, the Touchless Trashcan outlasts most of the step-on and hand-touch cans. If you can't touch it, you can't break it! These cans have been opened 100,000 times in laboratory tests, and they're still going strong. In fact, if you open your can 20 times a day, it can last over 10 years. This could actually be the last trashcan you ever buy, which will save you money, mess, and time.

Technology and Eco-Friendly Features
Professionals recognize Touchless Trashcan as the next generation of waste receptacles. Its non-touch hygienic features meet the immediate needs in healthcare facilities and elderly homes. The new SilenX technology makes the closing of the lid even quieter while the "eagle eye" water-resistant sensor features reliable point-n-lock beam technology. In addition, the special energy saving design of Touchless Trashcan enables its four "D" size heavy duty batteries to support up to 10,000 consecutive openings and closings, or more than one year of use in non-frequent circumstances. There's also never a "fallen bag" problem with the Touchless Trashcan. The specially designed garbage bag retainer ring tightly holds the edges of the bag to prevent it from falling, and it seals the odors inside. You can use regular plastic garbage bags or even grocery bags, so there's no need to buy special garbage bags which many high-end garbage cans require.

The Touchless Trashcan will improve the look of your kitchen, giving it an ultra-modern look and feel. It comes with one year limited manufacturer's warranty and a 60-day unconditional money back guarantee.

What's in the Box
iTouchless touchless trashcan and garbage bag retainer ring.

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Customer Reviews

Help for those who have experienced problems with this product
I experienced many of the same problems with my itouchless trash can about a month after purchase. It started acting erraticly one day so I thought the batteries might need changing. I did that and everything seemed fine. I shut it off that night and when I turned it back on in the morning it did not work right. It would open normally, but would not close unless I pushed the close button. Sometimes it would stay closed, but other times it would open at random or open right back up as soon as I closed it. I went back through and read all of the reviews on Amazon. I e-mailed the company(itouchless) and called the 800 number I found on one review and left a message (it was on a Saturday when I called). The funny thing was, before I got a call back, the trash can started to work again. All I did was push down on the cover one time after I closed it with the close button. I don't know if that is what did it, but I haven't had a problem since. I was a little nervous that customer service at itouchless was not going to be helpful because many of the reviews stated as such. I didn't have that same experience. I got a phone call and an e-mail 3 days after contacting them. This is what the e-mail said:The sensor could be affected by moisture,stain or fingerprints. To fix the problem please try:
-Take out the batteries
-Use a wet rag to wipe clean the lid, especially in the sensor area a few times. You can rub it to remove any stain on it.
-Set it aside for at least half a day.
-Reload the batteries with alkaline batteries to ensure the best result.
-Put the lid back on and see if it will function properly again.
If this doesn't help, we provide a one-year warranty on the product if it was purchased through our authorized dealers with a receipt/invoice. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Thank you.
Meilina Liu/Customer Care/www.itouchless.com
I hope that helps some of you that have had problems with your trash can. It is a very cool product when working properly!

Finally,the PERFECT trash can-in every model,in every way !!!
I first purchased the 8 gallon plastic model and it was amazing in every way.Never again would I have trouble wiping off a dinner plate or drippy leftovers having to somehow manipulate the poorly designed (but good effort) lids on every trash can ever made.No foot pedal to jerk around with,no more ugly bag hanging over,just move over the perfectly measured and designed lid and vuallah,the best part of the meal is here! Yes,that's how beautiful this invention is and works.
So I decided to pass this model on to my mom and go for the 13 gallon stainless steel model.While the lid is slightly smaller than the plastic model,on account of the sleek "wall hugger space saver"design,which required a little better aim til I got used to it,I was even more pleased with the beauty of the unit and overall I was happy with my decision.But don't get me wrong, the 8 gallon plastic model works just as well and is a sharp little trashcan,as far as trash cans go.

Both trashcans are lightning fast.As fast as you can put your hand in front of the lid,bang,it pops right up.It stays up til you're done,move away and boom,it pops down.It's quiet enough.Nice little whirling sound.It has an on/off button on the back,in case kids wanna play around with it,or around it. Worse comes to worse you can take out the 6 "D"batteries that should last for years if the kiddies figure out the on/off button.But that's unlikely.

It has a "stay open" button as well,for those busy occassions.AND, they both stay as clean as you choose to keep them because it's so easy to "hit the mark" every time! It has a "ring",which tightly and neatly holds down any type of bag and hides the overlap very cleverly so it doesnn't get soiled( BE CAREFUL NOT TO FORGET TO REMOVE THE RING WHEN CLOSING THE FULL BAG, OR OUT WITH THE BAG TO THE STREET IT WILL GO!!!). Just a wipe on the top now and then for dust.The design allows you to make the most of each and every garbage bag.No more half full ,wasted bags.Every inch of the bag is used and when it's ready to go there's just the right amount of overhang to close it up. AMAZING!
EVERY household should have one of these.It is truly a thing of the future, here TODAY!

LID SENSOR MALFUNCTION!!
It worked great for a few weeks. After that I experienced the same problem that many others here have. The lid stays open. When the close button is pressed, the lid closes and opens back again after a second for no reason. And it simply stays open even if there's nothing around it. Changing batteries didn't help. I closed it and shut it off for a day. Then it worked well for an hour or so before malfunctioning again.

I'll be calling their customer service and will update this review. If their service sucks this wouldn' be a product worth buying no matter how fancy it is.

Some reviews mention about their customer service giving a damn! If I experience that I'll make videos of the malfunctioning trash can and post it on YouTube.