The tank cleans itself
Most dispensers rely on you to remember a cleaning schedule. This one runs a built-in UV cycle that sanitizes the tank automatically, so the water inside stays fresh between bottle changes without any scrubbing on your part.
MegaChef MWD-1000 5-Gallon Bottom-Load Water Dispenser with UV Self-Cleaning, Hot/Room/Cold
Sanitize the tank automatically and pour hot, room, or cold water on demand.
$226.99$295.99CurbGo Savings: Save $69
- UV self-clean cycle
- 3 settings: hot, room, cold
- Child-locked hot spout
- Bottom-load bottle bay
- Safety certified
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Why buy from CurbGo
- Risk-free 30-day returnsUnused, in the original packaging
- U.S.-based home goods retailerReal U.S.-based support, before and after
- MegaChef warrants this dispenser against defects in materials and workmanship for 90 days from purchase, for the original purchaser buying from an authorized U.S. seller. Claims go through MegaChef support with the original receipt.View Megachef's warranty ↗ Hover for the manufacturer's policy
Skip wiping down a tank when the dispenser can sanitize itself with UV light.
At a Glance
- UV self-clean: Built-in UV cycle sanitizes the tank automatically
- 3 settings: Hot, room-temperature, and cold water on tap
- Bottle fit: Bottom-load bay for 3-gallon or 5-gallon bottles
- Safety: Child lock on the hot tap
- Certified: Manufacturer-cited UL/cETL safety listing
This MegaChef MWD-1000 dispenser adds a UV self-cleaning cycle to a bottom-load design, so the tank stays sanitized without a manual scrub. It is the only dispenser in the lineup with a room-temperature setting between the hot and cold taps, and the hot spout stays locked until a child-proof release is pressed.
Key Features
- Automatic UV self-clean: A built-in UV cycle sanitizes the tank on its own schedule, cutting down on the buildup a manually cleaned dispenser can develop.
- Three water settings: Hot, room-temperature, and cold taps cover tea, formula, and everyday drinking from one unit.
- Bottom-load bottle bay: Slide a 3-gallon or 5-gallon jug into the base door instead of hoisting it overhead.
- Child lock on the hot tap: A safety lock guards the hot spout so a curious hand cannot trigger a burn by accident.
- Push-button operation: Indicator lights show which setting is active so there is no guessing at the tap.
- Energy-efficient design: MegaChef designed the unit to sip power between draws rather than run constantly.
What's Included
In the box: one MegaChef MWD-1000 UV self-cleaning dispenser; the water bottle is not included.
Perfect For
- Households that want a self-sanitizing tank without a manual cleaning routine
- Anyone who drinks room-temperature water alongside hot tea and cold refills
- Kitchens where a safety release guarding the hot spout is a must-have, not a nice-to-have
- Offices and break rooms that go through 3-gallon or 5-gallon bottles regularly
- Buyers upgrading from a dispenser with no UV or self-clean feature
Care & Use
- Let the built-in UV cycle run on its normal schedule to sanitize the tank.
- Wipe the exterior and spouts with a damp cloth weekly.
- Swap bottles every 1 to 2 weeks so the water stays fresh between UV cycles.
- Unplug and drain the tank fully before moving or storing the unit.
- Confirm the child lock re-engages after each cleaning.
Shipping
Your MegaChef UV dispenser ships boxed and upright with the tanks empty. Ships fast from CurbGo with tracking.
Why the UV model is the flagship
Three settings instead of two
A room-temperature tap sits between the hot and cold spouts, useful for baby formula, quick tea cooling, or a glass of water that is not ice cold. Most bottom-load coolers only offer hot and cold.
Locked at the hot tap
The hot spout will not run until a child safety lock is released, which matters most in a kitchen or playroom where curious hands reach for buttons at counter height.
The numbers that matter
A three-setting, self-sanitizing bottom-load dispenser.
3
Water settings: hot, room, cold
203°F
Top of the hot tap range
UV
Automatic tank self-clean cycle
90 day
MegaChef limited warranty
How does it compare to a 2-setting cooler or a manual-clean dispenser?
vs. a hot/cold-only cooler
A 2-setting cooler skips room temperature entirely. This one adds a middle setting for formula, quick tea, or a less-icy glass of water.
vs. a dispenser you clean by hand
Scrubbing a tank means draining it and reaching inside with a brush. The UV cycle here sanitizes automatically while the unit sits on the counter.
vs. a top-load cooler
Lifting a 5-gallon bottle onto a top-load unit risks a spill. This bottom-load bay lets you slide the jug in at waist height instead.
Fits your space
A freestanding bottom-load dispenser with UV self-clean. Here is the footprint before it arrives.
- Width
- 13 in
- Depth
- 13 in
- Height
- 41 in
- Bottle size
- 3 or 5 gallon
- At 41 in tall it stands freestanding on the floor, so plan a spot near an outlet rather than a countertop.
- The 13 by 13 in base is a near-square footprint that fits a kitchen corner or a break room nook.
- It loads through the bottom door, so leave a few inches of clearance in front to slide a jug in.
Full Specifications
Every detail, measured and listed
| Model | MWD-1000 |
|---|---|
| Settings | Hot, room-temperature, and cold water |
| Temperatures | Hot up to 203°F |
| UV self-clean | Yes, automatic sanitizing cycle |
| Bottle compatibility | 3-gallon or 5-gallon bottles, bottom-load |
| Child lock | Yes, on the hot tap |
| Dimensions | 13 in W x 13 in D x 41 in H |
| Safety listing | Safety certified (manufacturer cites UL, retailer listing cites cETL) |
| Warranty | 90-day limited warranty from MegaChef |
FAQs
Common questions that customers ask
What does the UV self-cleaning do?
A UV light cycle sanitizes the inside of the water tank, cutting down on the buildup that a manually cleaned dispenser can develop between washes.
Does this have a room-temperature setting?
Yes. It dispenses hot, room-temperature, and cold water, so you are not limited to just the two extremes.
Is the UV cycle automatic or manual?
It runs automatically on its own schedule, so there is nothing to switch on or remember.
Does this fit 3-gallon water bottles?
Yes, the bottom-load bay accepts both 3-gallon and 5-gallon bottles.
Is there a child lock on the hot water tap?
Yes, the hot spout is locked until the safety release is pressed.
How fast does it ship?
We ship to the 48 contiguous states and process orders within 2 business days, with tracking sent as soon as it leaves the warehouse.
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MegaChef is a Santa Clarita, California small-appliance brand that builds the countertop and kitchen workhorses households rely on daily, from water dispensers to chafing dishes and stockpots. The lineup favors dependable mechanics over gimmicks, and every product ships with a published 90-day limited warranty and U.S.-based support behind it.
Ready for smarter hydration?
UV self-clean, three settings, and a locked hot tap.