The reset button is a red button located
on the bottom or lower back side of the garbage disposer
. If the garbage disposer gets jammed and the motor overloads, the reset button will pop out and shut the disposer off.
- Make sure that the disposal switch is in the “OFF” position.
- Gently press the red button in to reset garbage disposal. …
- Turn on a cold stream of water and turn the disposal switch to “ON” position, the disposal should now run again.
- Make sure that the disposal switch is in the “OFF” position.
- Gently press the red button in to reset garbage disposal. …
- Turn on a cold stream of water and turn the disposal switch to “ON” position, the disposal should now run again.
Why is my garbage disposal switch not working?
If your garbage disposal just won’t turn at all, then it’s
very likely that the disposal has lost power
. Your unit may have blown a circuit, or it could be unplugged. First, check the plug for your garbage disposal to ensure that it’s secure. Next, locate the reset button on the underside of the unit, and push it.
The overload protector
is located under the sink, on the bottom of the garbage disposal, facing the floor. It is a red square button. If the overload protector is tripped, you will see the red button dropped down about a quarter of an inch (5mm).
How Does The Air Switch Work? When you press the push button initially,
it triggers a pulse of air towards the power control unit
. The air goes through tubing connected between the button and the control unit. Once the control unit receives the “air signal”, it turns on the power to your disposer.
How do you troubleshoot an Insinkerator?
- Unplug the Insinkerator, or switch the Insinkerator off at the circuit breaker panel. …
- Press the red button on the underside of the Inskinkerator. …
- Peer into the disposal chamber with a flash light. …
- Turn the water on again, and then the disposer. …
- Clean the disposal if it smells.
How do I know if my garbage disposal is broken?
- Abnormal Noises. If you’ve ever had a piece of silverware slip into your garbage disposal unnoticed, you know just how loud disposals can be. …
- Frequent Resets. …
- Inexplicable Clogs. …
- No Power. …
- Persistent Odors. …
- Planned Renovation. …
- Poor Performance. …
- Water Leaks.
Insert a garbage disposal wrench into the center opening in the bottom of the disposal. Use a 1/4-inch hex key if you do not have a garbage disposal wrench.
Rotate
the hex key clockwise and counterclockwise to release the jam.
A: Yes,
most garbage disposals have a reset
. … First, clear the issue, which may require you to reach in and reduce the volume of debris in the disposal. Then, press the reset button, turn on the water and turn on the disposal.
What do you do when your garbage disposal won’t drain?
- Free the clog. Use a plunger or plumber’s helper to free the clog. …
- Fill the sink with four inches (10cm) of water. Fill the sink with four inches (10cm) of water. …
- Clear the garbage disposal of any debris. When the clog is dislodged, run the water and the garbage disposal for a minute or two.
Can you put Drano down a garbage disposal?
Short answer:
Yes, you can put Drano in a garbage disposal
, but read the instructions carefully. PLEASE NOTE: Drano
®
Professional Strength Crystals Clog Remover is NOT safe for use in garbage disposals.
How do you unjam a garbage disposal with a broom?
If a hole is not present at the bottom of the disposal, try using a broom handle or similar item and
stick it through the sink hole into the disposal
. Position the handle against the blades and work it back and forth until they move freely. Look inside the disposal again and remove any object with tongs.
What type of switch do I use for a garbage disposal?
The power switch for the garbage disposal is
a common toggle type
that looks exactly the same as a light switch, usually mounted on the backsplash, or the wall just above it. Such switches are sold at hardware stores and home improvement centers.
