Garbage disposal broken? What’s in this hole?

How to fix a garbage disposal fast and easy!

Fixing tool, Allen wrench, hex wrench, DIY
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Sometimes, the easiest way to fix a garbage disposal is to push the reset button on the bottom of the disposal and try it again. But if that doesn't work, the top reasons for garbage disposal failure are below.

WARNING
For safety, don't work with the power to the disposal on. Additionally, it is always wise to check power to the switch using a voltage tester after you unplug the unit. This step can point you to the potential issue, like a tripped or faulty breaker or GFCI, much faster if it is an electrical problem.

1) Check the outlet and power cord to ensure they are properly connected.

2)Push the Reset Button
Another issue that could be causing the garbage disposal to malfunction is the built-in circuit breaker. Garbage disposals rely on a built-in circuit breaker to prevent damage to the unit in the case of an electrical short or surge. If the internal circuit breaker trips, simply pushing the reset button on the bottom of the unit can restore power to the disposal.

-Locate the reset button on the bottom of the disposal.
-Press the reset button to reset the internal circuit breaker.
-Test the disposal to ensure this fixed the issue.

3)Stuck Flywheel or Jammed Impeller

If the garbage disposal won't grind, but the motor makes a humming sound when you flip the switch, it indicates that the impeller or inner flywheel is jammed. This can burn out the disposal's motor unless the reset button or circuit breaker shuts things off. The garbage disposal humming is almost always the result of food or a foreign object being lodged between the impeller(s) and the shredder ring inside the disposal.

-Turn off power to the garbage disposal using the switch and the circuit breaker.
-Insert an offset wrench or hex wrench into the flywheel hole in the bottom of the unit and use the wrench to turn the flywheel clockwise in order to dislodge any obstructions.
-If you do not have a suitable wrench or the obstruction is sitting higher in the disposal, then you can use a set of pliers or even tongs to grab the obstruction and pull it out of the disposal.
-After removing the obstruction, restore power to the disposal, then push the reset button on the unit to reset the internal circuit breaker.
-Run some tap water into the disposal and quickly flip the switch on and off for a short burst. Turn on and off again quickly. This should spin the flywheel and cause any dislodged debris to be washed down the drain.

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