Garbage
Disposal / Dishwasher Problems |
| Problem |
Temporary Solution |
Probable Cause |
Permanent Solution |
| Disposal won't run |
Check reset button on bottom of disposal. Check circuit breaker. |
Disposal jammed or worn out |
Replace unit |
| Disposal makes loud racket when turned on |
Discontinue use |
- Foreign object has fallen into disposal
- Blades are loose or worn out
- Bearing worn
|
Remove foreign object or replace disposal |
| Disposal has bad odor |
Fill disposal with ice cubes and let run until ice is gone. Flush
with cold water. |
Accumulation of rotting wastes in mechanism |
Let Aqua Pluming service disposal with their exclusive "Disposal
Sani-Service" We'll degrease, disinfect, deodorize and clean the grinding
blades for a very nominal fee. |
| Disposal leaks under sink |
Discontinue use of sink |
Gasket seals worn out. Disposal base is rusted
through. |
Replace seals. Replace unit if needed. |
| Sink drain or garbage disposal backs up when dishwasher is running |
Discontinue use of dishwasher |
Garbage disposal full of garbage. Or partial blockage in sink waste
drain. |
Run garbage disposal until clear. Have sink waste drain rodded out. |
