Installing Garbage Disposal Drain

Hang the garbage disposal.

Installing garbage disposal drain.

Assemble a support to remove the garbage disposal. Now it is time to install the entire disposal unit under the sink. The fitting mounts on the back ledge of the sink and has connector nozzles. 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.

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. Remove the p trap and existing drain basket assembly carefully from the sink images 1 and 2. Install the garbage disposal. To install a new garbage disposal start by removing the old disposal and taking apart the rest of the mounting assembly.

Rotate the garbage disposal so that the discharge tube is aligned with the drain trap. That s a lot of weight to suddenly catch with one hand while you re turning the lower mounting bracket with the other hand. 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. 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.

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. Before you learn how to remove a garbage disposal unhook anything assemble a support under the unit using a paint can and. A garbage disposal makes it easier to get rid of certain types of food waste and keep your kitchen clean. Your dishwasher outlet hose attaches to the disposal.

Garbage disposals can weigh 15 lbs. Many types of garbage disposals begin to wear out after more than a decade. Align the discharge tube with drain pipe. This guide reviews how to install a garbage disposal either for the first time or when you need to replace an old one.

Remove all parts of the disposer kit from the box and organize the contents. Garbage disposals are typically available in 1 3 horsepower up to 1. The drain system includes an air gap fitting that prevents garbage disposal debris from backing up into the dishwasher.