Installing Garbage Disposal Drain

Now it is time to install the entire disposal unit under the sink.

Installing garbage disposal drain.

For a garbage disposal with a factory installed cord simply plug in to the outlet under your sink after completing the rest of the steps. Hang the garbage disposal. That s a lot of weight to suddenly catch with one hand while you re turning the lower mounting bracket with the other hand. This guide reviews how to install a garbage disposal either for the first time or when you need to replace an old one.

You can do this by inserting the gasket to the discharge outlet connecting the discharge tube to the flange and screwing the bolts for a firm fitting. Garbage disposals are typically available in 1 3 horsepower up to 1. Many types of garbage disposals begin to wear out after more than a decade. Before you learn how to remove a garbage disposal unhook anything assemble a support under the unit using a paint can and.

Then attach the wires in your new disposal according to the manufacturer s instructions insert the drain flange and screw the disposal into the mounting ring. Assemble a support to remove the garbage disposal. Remove all parts of the disposer kit from the box and organize the contents. If the discharge tube is too long cut off.

The drain system includes an air gap fitting that prevents garbage disposal debris from backing up into the dishwasher. Align the three taps of the disposal with the mounting ring. Garbage disposals can weigh 15 lbs. Whether you re doing a garbage disposal replacement or installing one for the first time it ll attach to the sink and have a discharge that attaches to the drainpipe.

A garbage disposal can be installed in either a single kitchen sink or on one half of a double sink with a strainer basket in the drain of the second half of the sink. The fitting mounts on the back ledge of the sink and has connector nozzles. Your dishwasher outlet hose attaches to the disposal. Rotate the garbage disposal so that the discharge tube is aligned with the drain trap.

Place a large pan below the sink to catch water that might spill when you disconnect the drain and keep a towel close by to clean up spills. A garbage disposal makes it easier to get rid of certain types of food waste and keep your kitchen clean. Align the discharge tube with drain pipe.