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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 avoid the need for garbage disposal repairs, take care never to shove large objects, like bones down the unit. Never pour grease or coffee grounds down the garbage disposal. Your manufacturer's manual will provide a list of items that have no place in the disposal. Always run water before and after using the unit, and run cold water when the unit is in operation. Don't run hot water when the unit is in use, because the heat can melt any grease causing clog formations. Never overfill your garbage disposal unit. Simple garbage disposal repairs can be done at home. If the unit doesn't run even when the motor hums, it could be a sign of a hard object stuck. Switch off the disposer, and if you can see an object like a bone, rubber or metal, pull it out using tongs. Don't put your hands inside the unit. If this doesn't help, call a garbage disposal plumber. In case of a leak in your unit, simply find the source, and tighten the connection.

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