: Once free, use tongs (never your hands) to reach into the sink and pull out any hard objects (bones, fruit pits, or metal). 3. Clear a Drain Clog (Water backing up)
: Do not use harsh liquid drain cleaners, as they can damage the rubber seals and internal components of the InSinkErator. When to Replace
Ensure the unit is firmly plugged into the wall outlet under the sink.
InSinkErator units come with a silver, S-shaped hex key (an Allen wrench).
If you hear a low humming sound but the blades aren't spinning, something is physically preventing the impeller plates from turning. This is often caused by fibrous vegetables, fruit pits, or a stray piece of silverware.
: Grinding a handful of ice cubes helps scour the inside of the grinding chamber.
Sometimes the disposal motor works perfectly, but the water won't go down. This usually means there is a buildup in the discharge pipe.
If the disposal runs but water won't drain, there is a clog in the pipes or the discharge tube.
: Once free, use tongs (never your hands) to reach into the sink and pull out any hard objects (bones, fruit pits, or metal). 3. Clear a Drain Clog (Water backing up)
: Do not use harsh liquid drain cleaners, as they can damage the rubber seals and internal components of the InSinkErator. When to Replace
Ensure the unit is firmly plugged into the wall outlet under the sink. garbage disposal not working insinkerator
InSinkErator units come with a silver, S-shaped hex key (an Allen wrench).
If you hear a low humming sound but the blades aren't spinning, something is physically preventing the impeller plates from turning. This is often caused by fibrous vegetables, fruit pits, or a stray piece of silverware. : Once free, use tongs (never your hands)
: Grinding a handful of ice cubes helps scour the inside of the grinding chamber.
Sometimes the disposal motor works perfectly, but the water won't go down. This usually means there is a buildup in the discharge pipe. When to Replace Ensure the unit is firmly
If the disposal runs but water won't drain, there is a clog in the pipes or the discharge tube.
