With too much action going on in the kitchen, overtime, you will encounter problems with your garbage disposal insinkerator, from clog to leaks. In some situations, you might need to call a plumbing expert to solve the problem. But if you some handyman skills, there will be issues you can fix yourself. Here are some tips to manage garbage disposal insinkerator problems.
Garbage Disposal Does Not Turn On
If your garbage dispisola insinkerator will not turn on at all, this can be an electrical problem. Check if the unit is plugged in. If it is, you need to reset it by pressing the reset button located at the bottom of the unit. This should solve the problem. If not, you need to check your circuit breaker to see if it has tripped. But if these two steps do not fix the issue, check the power switch if it needs to be replaced. Remember to turn of the circuit breaker connected to the insinkerator before replacing the power switch. Your disposal should be working by this time. If not, you might need to invest in a new one.
Noisy Garbage Disposal Insinkerator
If there is noise when you turn on your insinkerator that sounds like a clicking of a machine gun or a rattling sound, chances are, there might be an object stuck inside. You can easily remove this with the use of a service wrench that comes with your unit. First, ensure that the power switch is shut. Get a flashlight, small pliers and wrench. You can find the hole at the bottom of the disposal. Use the wrench to remove the bottom cover. Once it is open, carefully inspect the grinder for any object that might be causing the noise, using the pliers. Replace the cover and turn on the unit. It should be running smoothly without any noise. However, if the annoying sound still persists, you might need to call the experts.
Garbage Disposal Leaks
There are several leak locations that can occur with the wear and tear of your garbage disposal but if you know what to do, troubleshooting them is easy. If the leak is at the discharge drainpipe, there are two possible reasons for this: worn our gasket and loose bolts. First, check if the bolts are tightened. If not, you can fix the problem by using a wrench to tighten the bolts. However, if there is still a leak, you might need to replace the gasket. Conversely, if the issue is the dishwasher hose, check if it needs to be replaced. If the leak is coming from the clamp, you need to tighten it.
Sink Flange Leak
If your garbage disposal is leaking from the sink flange, you might need to tighten the bolts. Also check if the putty needs to be replaced. If it does, remove the unit and push the sink flange towards the sink and put some putty to cover the gaps. Ensure you tighten all the bolts and reinstall the garbage disposal insinkerator. Check if the leak problem is fixed.
Troubleshooting your garbage disposal insinkerator is relatively easy if you have the right tools and the skills. However, DIY enthusiasts should also know when is the right time to call in experts to handle more complicated tasks.
