Stuck Garbage Disposal? This Is How To Fix It Safely
A typical issue is when something becomes stuck in the garbage disposal and stops working, usually because it fell into the sink. What happens next?
The most crucial thing to remember is to wait to clean the disposal until the electricity has been turned off. Rather of using the button to turn off the electricity, unhook the disposal from the socket under the sink. If the device is hardwired and does not have a plug, turn the power off at the circuit breaker.
Using force to attempt to dislodge whatever thing is lodged within the disposal is not advised. Alternatively, the majority of under-sink disposals may be manually unjammed by turning the motor shaft and freeing the impeller using an Allen wrench. On the underside of the disposal is the flywheel lug. Once the obstacle has been removed and the motor shaft is free to spin, insert the wrench and crank the shaft counterclockwise, then clockwise. Several tries might be necessary to release the shaft. After clearing it out, turn on the cold water, put the disposal back on, and make sure it’s working properly.
It could be necessary to hit the disposal’s reset button if it won’t turn on. Prior to pushing the reset button, make sure the disposal power switch is in the OFF position.
If you need help, Lifetime Plumbing, your professional plumber from Chicago, can assist you with garbage disposal installation, repair or replacement services.
