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IKEA UTRUSTA electrical push opener 302.387.03
An electrical push opener that lets you open waste-sorting drawers with a light touch, operates silently, includes collision detection and manual override, and uses minimal standby power
- TypeKITCHEN
- Opens with a light push when hands are full
- Silent, effortless drawer operation for waste sorting
- Manual override works during power outages
- Motor deactivates easily for front-panel cleaning
- Collision detection stops movement if obstructed
Hands-free kitchen access
The IKEA UTRUSTA electrical push opener lets you open drawers and doors with a light push of a finger, hip, knee or foot. It is designed for waste-sorting drawers and recycling bins where hands are often full or dirty. The mechanism operates silently and can also be opened manually during a power failure. A simple deactivation switch allows safe cleaning of the drawer front.
Safety and standby limits
Sensitive collision detection stops the drawer immediately if an obstruction is encountered while opening. Standby power draw is very low at 3, 5 kWh per year. The motorised function depends on mains electricity; if the supply is interrupted the unit reverts to manual operation only. No wireless or smart-home protocols are included in the specification.
Pre-installation checks
Verify that the cabinet frame and drawer front are compatible with the push-opener mounting pattern. Confirm a suitable power outlet is available within reach of the supplied cable. Ensure the drawer slides allow the full travel required for the motorised mechanism. Check that the intended drawer front weight and dimensions fall within the unit’s unspecified operating range.
Highlights
- Opens with a light push when hands are full
- Silent, effortless drawer operation for waste sorting
- Manual override works during power outages
- Motor deactivates easily for front-panel cleaning
- Collision detection stops movement if obstructed
Specifications
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Questions about this item
Does the UTRUSTA 302.387.03 push opener come in different versions or capacities?
The electrical push opener is sold as a single unit under article number 302.387.03 with no alternative versions or capacities listed.
How does the 3.5 kWh annual standby consumption affect daily use?
The very low standby draw of 3.5 kWh per year means the motor adds virtually nothing to household electricity costs while keeping the drawer ready to open.
What interface does the push opener use and what does it limit?
The unit is wired into the kitchen electrical circuit and its sensitive collision detection stops the drawer if an obstruction is detected during opening.
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