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Garbage Disposal Plumbing
The garbage disposal unit is one of the sturdiest appliances in your kitchen. With some basic maintenance and care, you can expect your garbage disposal to last for more than a decade. If you're looking for steps how to install a garbage disposer, know that it helps if you have excellent skills in both Plumbing as well as electrical work. The process itself is cut and dry. First, remove the sink strainer and waste trap, and then set up the garbage disposal sink flange on the mounting ring assembly. Tighten the assembly, and connect the unit to the power cord. Mount the unit, and establish drain line connections. If necessary, connect dishwasher lines too. Lock the unit in place, and check for correct operation with a trial run. Look for the presence of leaks that indicate improper garbage disposal installation.
To make sure that your garbage disposal unit needs few repairs, never fill the unit above its capacity. Don't pour grease down the unit or shove bones, rubber or other objects that can block the unit. Always run water before and after every use, and run cold water while the unit is in operation. Do not pour household cleaners down the unit. If you have placed something in the garbage disposal like shells, bones or corn husks, pull out with tongs. Don't use your hands to pull the object out. For cleaning your garbage disposal, run a combination of ice cubes and rock salt for 5 seconds through your unit. To deodorize your garbage disposer, grind a lemon through it while you run warm water.
In case of a garbage disposal that is switched on but doesn't run, press the reset button at the bottom of the disposer. Make sure that your unit has been plugged into a functioning power outlet. If you still have problems, the cause may be a defective garbage disposal switch or stopper that has to be replaced. In case of a garbage disposal leak, look for the source, and tighten the loose connection. If your disposal makes a lot of noise, check to see if any hard object has entered the unit. If not, call a garbage disposal plumber to replace the blade and motor. We have established this unique resource to help you find licensed and certified garbage disposal plumbers in Elk Grove.