Repair - Insinkerator Garbage Disposal [upd]

If water is dripping from the motor housing (the metal casing), do not try to seal it. It is time to buy a new disposal. However, check the Dishwasher Connection first. Many disposals have a inlet port where the dishwasher drain hose attaches. If the clamp is loose or the hose is cracked, water will spray out. Tightening the clamp or replacing the hose is a $5 fix.

However , a leak from the sides or top is fixable: repair insinkerator garbage disposal

Symptoms: You notice water dripping from the bottom of the unit or pooling in the cabinet. If water is dripping from the motor housing

For advanced repairs, turn off the circuit at the main breaker. Many disposals have a inlet port where the

| Symptom | Likely Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Humming noise | Jammed flywheel | Use hex wrench under unit | | No noise, no power | Tripped breaker or GFCI | Press reset button (bottom or outlet) | | Leaking from bottom | Broken internal seal | | | Leaking from pipe | Loose clamp | Tighten with screwdriver |

: You can use a standard 1/4-inch Allen wrench or the official Jam-Buster™ Wrench .