Garbage Disposal Repair & Maintenance

To clean the disposal, feed a full tray of ice cubes through it while running cold water.
To prevent stoppages, remember to run water during use and for at least twenty seconds after you finish.
Make sure rubber splashguard is not damaged or missing.
Avoid using a garbage disposal if you are on a septic system.

Garbage Disposal Quick Fixes

Problem: Garbage disposal does not operate.

Check for blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.
If the disposal is plugged into a wall outlet, ensure the outlet has power.
On continuous-feed models, check the wall switch. On batch-feed models, check the stopper switch.
If the flywheel is jammed, free it using the supplied tool or a long wooden spoon handle.
Push the reset button.

Problem: Motor hums but unit does not grind.

Free the flywheel using the supplied tool or a long wooden spoon handle.
Push the reset button.
Call a qualified professional

Problem: The disposal grinds things too slowly.

Run colder water when using the disposal.
Only dispose of materials allowed by the manual