Amazon.com Washing and drying leafy vegetables has never been simpler or more fun than with this gadget. One hand is all you need to press the soft, cushioned knob to start the spinning; when the built-in brake is applied and the job is done, the basket and bowl can be taken apart and used separately. The knob locks down for easy storage, and the spinner is dishwasher-safe. Use this tool with lettuce, raw spinach, broad-leafed herbs, and greens--they end up clean and oh-so-dry, and the drier your leaves, the better salad dressings will adhere and the less mushy your sandwich bread will become. Puddles at the bottom of your salad bowl disappear... Good Grips products are moderately priced and have won the Tylenol/Arthritis Foundation Design Award. --Laurie Notaro Product Description A new spin on our classic Salad Spinner. Before the introduction of the OXO Good Grips Salad Spinner in 1998, crank and pull-tab lettuce spinners were considered high-end kitchen tools—some people even used the spin cycle of their washing machine to dry greens. Our easy-to-use, one-handed pump transformed the Salad Spinner into an everyday fruit and vegetable cleaner. Nearly 20 years later, we revisited the original with smart updates—like the patented brake—while keeping the features people love and staying true to the original inspiration: a children’s top. With a modern design that fits contemporary kitchens and an improved brake that stops the basket instantly, we think you’ll love this upgraded classic. Dry salad greens fast with a simple press of the soft, non-slip pump. The non-slip base keeps the bowl steady on your countertop while you spin, and the built-in brake button makes it easy to stop and unload. The basket doubles as a colander, and the lid comes apart for easy cleaning. All parts are dishwasher safe. Bowl capacity: 6.22 qt / 5.9 L Basket capacity: 4.4 qt / 4.1 L Dishwasher safe. From the Manufacturer For fun and easy salad preparation, try the OXO GOOD GRIPS Salad Spinner. Simply press the soft, non-slip knob to start the basket spinning. Easy, one-handed operation makes this Spinner a pleasure to use, and a built-in brake stops the Salad Spinner so you can unload it. Easy, one-handed operation Soft, non-slip knob locks down for convenient storage Basket and non-slip bowl may be used separately Dishwasher safe About Oxo OXO International is dedicated to providing innovative consumer products that make everyday living easier. From cooking and cleaning to baking, barbecuing and gardening, OXO's easy-to-use products are designed with an emphasis on comfort, quality and value. From our signature Good Grips collection to our Softworks product line, consumers around the world - of all ages and abilities - delight in Oxo's award-winning and revolutionary designs. Oxo Products All OXO products are manufactured using the highest quality materials, measured against the most stringent standards in the business. We've taken every step to ensure that the best possible products are available to consumers in all markets. Ergonomic designs and ground-breaking innovations are based on comprehensive research and extensive interviews. Add that all together and it's simple: OXO products feel great, look great and perform with excellence. Good Grips products feature soft, flexible handles made out of Santoprene®, a processed rubber, to ensure a comfortable grip. Embedded 'fins' on handle sides flex under pressure and conform to individual finger grips. The fins also give users control even when the handle is wet or slippery. Our large handles are proportionately designed to fit easily in the palm. And all OXO products contain over-sized holes for easy hanging.