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Default Low Voltage Disposal Control

The switch for our Garbage Disposal is in an inconvenient spot. I was
considering the following and want collective input about my idea:

I will buy a relay with contacts rated high enough to handle the
disposal motor inrush. (calculating this is not something I know how to
do) I would power the low voltage side with a leftover cell phone
charger, through a doorbell switch which I would mount in a convenient
and safe location. (safe means not where I could turn on the disposal
by leaning on it accidentally) I would put the relay and charger cube
under the sink, and be able to control the disposal with low voltage
and low current.
So what am I overlooking? Any input on specs for the relay?

Thanks
Joe

P.S. I saw a TOH where they installed an Air Switch which inspired this
idea. I would use that solution but I do not have a hole in my granite
counter top to accommodate the air switch.

 
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