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  • Posted by dinahdean on Nov 8th, 2009 at 10:25am

    garbage disposal buzzing when turned on
    The disposal does not work and when turned on makes a buzzing sound
  • Posted by agwindley on Nov 7th, 2009 at 10:11am

    leaking disposal
    my disposal is leaking water from underneath the disposal
  • Posted by agwindley on Nov 7th, 2009 at 10:11am

    leaking disposal
    my disposal is leaking water from underneath the disposal
  • Posted by atkurz on Nov 2nd, 2009 at 10:05am

    sinkmaster750
    leaks from the top of the unit under the sink.
  • Posted by chuck.johnson on Nov 1st, 2009 at 1:50pm

    Broken
    We have a GFC720F disposal. One of the two steel "arms" attached to the turntable, has broken off. This unit is about 3.5 years old. I am trying to determine if it is still under warrenty. Also, can the unit be repaired, or must it be replaced?
  • Posted by mdudz49 on Oct 30th, 2009 at 10:41am

    garbage disposal
    Loud noise when running
  • Posted by mdudz49 on Oct 30th, 2009 at 10:41am

    garbage disposal
    Loud noise when running
  • Posted by bmolle on Oct 26th, 2009 at 9:37pm

    troubleshoot
    jammed
  • Posted by steven on Oct 20th, 2009 at 11:43am

    The model is GCF 1000 Y
    washers are shot. Can't get the unit off the sink
  • Posted by janliusong on Oct 17th, 2009 at 10:05pm

    Magic Chef L40-C (MAGIC CHEF) Garbage Disposal
    the disposer doesn't work when i turn switch on, but i can here it's power on sound.

    what would be most likely problems?
  • Posted by sberb on Oct 16th, 2009 at 9:47am

    InSinkErator Garbage Disposal Food Waste Disposer
    I have a batch feed disposal that will not switch off when i remove the drain cover, is this fixable or is there a part that can be replaced.
  • Posted by bmascelli on Oct 15th, 2009 at 11:18am

    GC2000PE2 Doesn't turn on
    My disposal was working find. My dishwasher overflowed(wrong detergent)

    After that the disposal never turned on again. I'm told that it is on the same breaker as the DW. DW now works fine.

    The house is only 4 years old and the disposal hasn't been used all that much.

    Any ideas other than replaci…
  • Posted by tregarth on Oct 7th, 2009 at 12:37pm

    KitchenAid Garbage Disposal KCDB250S1
    Don't have the Guide to the Use and Care, Part No. LIT4211517, so I can't look this up. Disposal stopped working but there is probably some food caught somewhere inside it. Tried cleaning it out the best I could, but I'm wary of putting my hand inside to clean it out well. Is there a reset button so…
  • Posted by pamdball on Oct 5th, 2009 at 8:37pm

    GE dispossall gfc325f not working
    We have been out of town for a month and the disposall is making a humming noice. I know there is nothing stuck inside because we have been out of town. thanks for your help, pam
  • Posted by renaebrooks on Oct 1st, 2009 at 7:39pm

    Insinkerator 531
    Not all the are being chopped up and remain in the disposal. Are the blades not sharp? Or what is the problem. thanks
  • Posted by marbellecann on Sep 25th, 2009 at 12:15pm

    garbage disoser
    jammed on a prune pit. removed pit but still won't stasrt
  • Posted by inclover2o on Sep 17th, 2009 at 1:01am

    whirlpool garbage disposal GC2000
    My disposal only hums when turned on and doesn't drain properly. I have looked inside with a flashlight and see nothing that appears to be jammed in the blades.

    The hex wrench that came with the disposal and was taped to the side of it is missing.



    Can an ordinary hex wrench be used to turn the b…
  • Posted by jacob8342 on Sep 5th, 2009 at 11:47am

    gc1000
    i want to change my garbage disposal, but i can not take it out. what can i do?
  • Posted by jacob8342 on Sep 5th, 2009 at 11:47am

    gc1000
    i want to change my garbage disposal, but i can not take it out. what can i do?
  • Posted by dougsingletary on Sep 2nd, 2009 at 7:27pm

    Installation Problem
    GFC 533 F-00 Disposall



    cannot attach disposer to sink flange because hopper projections will not lock into the mount ring
  • Posted by k5ty1 on Aug 31st, 2009 at 12:50pm

    Magic Chef Disposal L-20
    Need to replace the rubber at the opening. Where do I purchase the parts, and instructions on how to install them?
  • Posted by prettynpink2008 on Aug 29th, 2009 at 12:17pm

    glass in the drain
    I broke the glass shelf to the refrigerator in the sink and now the disposal isn't working. I tried to put a wooden spatula in the drain to clear any glass but it doesn't do anything when I flip the switch on the wall.
  • Posted by syah1005 on Aug 22nd, 2009 at 10:48am

    The disposal hums but it won't turn on
    When I turn on the garbage disposal, it hums but doesn't turn on. Nothing happens I need help
  • Posted by dhaggert on Aug 17th, 2009 at 1:21pm

    Dishwasher hook up
    We recently installed a new food waste disposer. The diswasher is now not working.
  • Posted by babyjen885 on Aug 16th, 2009 at 7:49pm

    parts for garbage disposal
    my vbfw1030 is not working i need the magnet that makes it run i can not find it anywhere i was wondering if you could let me know where to find it it is called the reliastart the magnetic start if you could give me any info on it i would appreciate it thank you
  • Posted by amaguire2007 on Aug 16th, 2009 at 5:35pm

    Sink sleeve
    We have replaced our kitchen sink and are trying to reinstall our garbage disposal. We believe all we need is the sink sleeve. Can you help?
  • Posted by ewestwon on Aug 14th, 2009 at 12:47pm

    using a dishwasher
    is there a plug that needs to be removed before installing for dishwasher use?
  • Posted by ewestwon on Aug 14th, 2009 at 12:47pm

    using a dishwasher
    is there a plug that needs to be removed before installing for dishwasher use?
  • Posted by rbjenensen1953 on Aug 14th, 2009 at 9:42am

    GC1000 won't work
    Just moved into a home with a Whirlpool kitchen. I made sure the GC100r0 was plugged in and I hit the reset button. I also checked the breaker and made sure the blades were free and turning. What else shall I check?

    Thanks,

    Robyn
  • Posted by huskerjaci on Aug 12th, 2009 at 6:06pm

    Garbage disposer
    One of the cutters came off of the disposer. Can this be put back in or do I need some kind of parts replacement?
  • Posted by wbliss on Aug 11th, 2009 at 11:55pm

    waste king garbage disposal 2600
    When I try to attach the disposal to the sink, the notch on the connector piece does not fit into the groove. It seems as though the rubber ring does not allow a snug fit so that the notch can slide into the groove and lock into place. Help!
  • Posted by semperquisquiliae on Aug 9th, 2009 at 12:23am

    Durapro Sink Stopper
    I need the replacement stopper. need the manual to order it.
  • Posted by semperquisquiliae on Aug 9th, 2009 at 12:23am

    Durapro Sink Stopper
    I need the replacement stopper. need the manual to order it.
  • Posted by semperquisquiliae on Aug 9th, 2009 at 12:23am

    Durapro Sink Stopper
    I need the replacement stopper. need the manual to order it.
  • Posted by semperquisquiliae on Aug 9th, 2009 at 12:23am

    Durapro Sink Stopper
    I need the replacement stopper. need the manual to order it.
  • Posted by bob on Jul 28th, 2009 at 4:11pm

    GC2000 whirlpool garbage disposal
    not grinding all of the food. I put a small piece of cheese down the disposal and it did not grind it up. I added ice cubes, they got choped but the cheese remained. what going on?
  • Posted by melviall on Jul 22nd, 2009 at 4:51pm

    InSinkErator model #1-79A
    I need an owners manual emailed to me for this please. And possibly the manufacture date as well. SN-SJ65768804, 120 volts, HZ60, PH 1, Amps 6.7, HP1/3
  • Posted by hogued on Jul 20th, 2009 at 4:06pm

    whirlpool gc 200 disposal
    won't work- removed food checked red button and electricity- nothing!
  • Posted by anbilcap on Jul 19th, 2009 at 7:55pm

    in sinkerator kitchen disposal #444
    disposal won't start when I switch it on
  • Posted by jack on Jul 16th, 2009 at 11:31pm

    Blockage of waste material in Disposall
    Certain materials like celery clog the drain of the Disposall. Is there a list of items or kinds of items that should not be put down the disposall?
  • Posted by jce1964 on Jul 13th, 2009 at 6:45pm

    JennAir Model GC100 Garbage Disposal
    A plumber came to our home and told us that the garbage disposal where it is hooked to the pipe when the ground up food exists is trashed, and that we need a new one. I need to know if this can be replaced, with parts, inside the disposal, this hard plastic pipe, looks warped and deformed. Also I …
  • Posted by majortjg on Jul 13th, 2009 at 6:33pm

    waste king 1001 disposal
    You can hear the motor running but does not grind or drain. Does it have a manual clog clear bolt ?
  • Posted by submariner645b on Jul 12th, 2009 at 10:20am

    garbage disposal problem
    motor runs but blades don't turn
  • Posted by schmidt4270 on Jul 9th, 2009 at 4:38pm

    Sink will not drain
    Unit will turn on but material is backing up into the sink and will not drain. The other side of the sink will drain.



    Is it something in the unit or drain piping?
  • Posted by pvalovich on Jul 1st, 2009 at 7:28pm

    InSinkerator 444
    Facing the sink, I have a staeady water leak on the right fwd side. Can't figure out how to remove the movable cover to get into disposal to fix leak.
  • Posted by reed1313 on Jun 30th, 2009 at 5:19pm

    kbds250 kitchen aid disposer
    product on / off device on top when

    turned on won't shut off unless i

    pull the plug
  • Posted by besoned on Jun 28th, 2009 at 10:49am

    install whirlpool gc2000 disposal
    dwasher wont drain into disposal, is there a plug to be knocked out? cant find it!
  • Posted by john_asfar on Jun 25th, 2009 at 1:59pm

    Disposer buzzes doesn't turn on
    What can I do? I can't find my owners manuals. I tried to clear any blocks. Unplugging and replugging. Please help.
  • Posted by erin.hagerty on Jun 24th, 2009 at 8:02pm

    broken disposal
    My disposal is whirling around but the blades don't seem to be working and now there is standing water. I tried the wrench. Please help.
  • Posted by rebellomc on Jun 22nd, 2009 at 11:35pm

    Switch problem
    The switch seems to be loose and one can move it from the outside to turn it off/on but can get electric shock. Do you recommend a new switch or a new disposal?
  • Posted by lsaravo3 on Jun 19th, 2009 at 4:16pm

    gc2000 garbage disposal
    pushed reset. power on. spindel is free. woundering about cotter pin
  • Posted by hfolm on Jun 14th, 2009 at 5:09pm

    d/w hose connector
    this unit has a robber enclosure that is covering the hose connector. How do i make the connection?
  • Posted by hperron on Jun 9th, 2009 at 2:59pm

    maytag dfb9000aax garbage disposal
    The internal switch has failed, this is a batch feed disposal. How do I disassemble this unit to gain access to the switch?
  • Posted by ccgnjshirl on Jun 7th, 2009 at 9:35pm

    jam
    how can I unjam disposal?
  • Posted by etatom33 on Jun 6th, 2009 at 11:14am

    need help
    My garbage disposal froze up, so i unistalled it to free it up but now when I try to twist and lock it back in it will not go. I dont know if I lost a part or I am doing it wrong. The thing I need most is the instillation instructions.
  • Posted by manorwood on May 30th, 2009 at 9:28pm

    attaching electricy
    how do you get to the electrical leads
  • Posted by stevecv on May 27th, 2009 at 9:41am

    1 hp kenmore garbage disposal
    There was a clanking sound.II loked underneath and pushed a red button then iused the key and turned it.there was a hum then no power. What should I do?
  • Posted by obertmarilyn on May 26th, 2009 at 1:31pm

    Garbage Disposal Stopped Working
    I don't know if it's broken or if I need to push a reset button. I can't find a reset button if there is one. The home is 30+ year old condo that I recently purchased. My email address is obertmarilyn@yahoo.com if I can get any answers. Thanks
  • Posted by demehise on May 26th, 2009 at 11:08am

    Leaky Disposal
    The disposal leaks water out of the seam in the side of the disposal. Is it shot? Or is there a gasket to replace?
  • Posted by n_cave on May 25th, 2009 at 10:11pm

    not rotating
    My garbage disposal is humming but it is not rotating
  • Posted by gat0rmac on May 25th, 2009 at 9:38am

    gfc 320f-00
    trying to replace gaskets. how to disassemble unit?
  • Posted by gemmaalbyt on May 25th, 2009 at 1:36am

    e20 waste disposer
    Hi, anyone know what to do when the waste unit does not do anything when switched on- just makes a humming sound, blades not turning?
  • Posted by mitchsalli0410 on May 23rd, 2009 at 5:29pm

    disposer
    disposer quit working & pushed reset button and now the disposer won't turn off
  • Posted by shasslermusic on May 22nd, 2009 at 7:04pm

    reset button
    it doesn't seem to catch when I press it .
  • Posted by audrew on May 20th, 2009 at 2:27pm

    spare parts
    I am looking for the rubber insert and stainless steel ring that goes with it. The ring was destroyed in the disposal.
  • Posted by duayee on May 19th, 2009 at 12:26pm

    Leeking GC 2000 Garbage disposal
    My GC 2000 Garbage disposal was clogged then started to leeking from the bottom. Can I fix it or should buy a new one. Can I buy a different maker and model or I have to stick with the same one.



    Thanks
  • Posted by chance7 on May 18th, 2009 at 1:37am

    dishwasher not draining
    dishwasher will not drain
  • Posted by mpracette on May 15th, 2009 at 6:13pm

    How to use the self-service wrench
    I need to retrieve two marbles that dropped into my disposal; can't find my manual; have been turning the self-service wrench inserted into the bottom of the disposal, but it doesn't seem to be coming loose. Do I just keep turning or what?
  • Posted by rheidt on May 12th, 2009 at 7:26pm

    trouble not working
    motor is working but no parts are moving

    just a humming from the motor
  • Posted by ddpublishgroup on May 12th, 2009 at 7:10pm

    garbage disposal
    I want to know how much the Erator pro 333 garbage disposal is new. I also did not find a manual on your list for the one. Please help.

    Debbie email address: ddpublishgroup@sbcglobal.net
  • Posted by rheidt on May 11th, 2009 at 5:01pm

    motor on but gears are not turning
    motor on but gears are not turning
  • Posted by tpnowalk on May 7th, 2009 at 2:58pm

    kenmor disposal
    my Kenmor disposal hums but does not turn on
  • Posted by happyfeelin on May 3rd, 2009 at 1:51pm

    Garbage Disposal Stopped working
    Like the previous person I have an Insinkerator 5-71A that came with the house that I purchased last August 2008. The unit just stopped working. Need a manual to troubleshoot or determine if it's just a dead unit.
  • Posted by jchiplaw on May 3rd, 2009 at 10:05am

    leaks water
    Water leaks from disposal vent when running. Any ideas? Thanks, Jeff
  • Posted by rick on May 2nd, 2009 at 7:36pm

    GC1000 Garbage Disposal
    Disposal is vibrating and making a noise. Tried hitting reset and turned crank. It works it just vibrates more than it should and is louder than it should be.
  • Posted by mvilfrard84 on Apr 28th, 2009 at 9:18pm

    What can and cannot put in my disposal
    I was just wondering what was safe to put in my garbage disposal. Its the GFC520F model.
  • Posted by nana203 on Apr 28th, 2009 at 9:04pm

    garbage disposal
    How to disconnect from sink
  • Posted by john_pat on Apr 23rd, 2009 at 9:45pm

    reset button
    I need to find the reset button on my garbage disposal
  • Posted by cherretire1 on Apr 22nd, 2009 at 6:40pm

    My disposal stop working
    My disposal stop working
  • Posted by keith_johnson on Apr 20th, 2009 at 12:29pm

    clogging
    disposal is clogging
  • Posted by scott1hodge on Apr 19th, 2009 at 11:11am

    Disposal not draining
    Whirlpool Pro 284 - Disposal spins the water but water not draining out.

    Please help
  • Posted by windy1946 on Apr 18th, 2009 at 3:58pm

    garbage disposal
    trying to determine the horsepower of the 28 year old sears 400 garbage disposal I have
  • Posted by shillenbrand on Apr 17th, 2009 at 2:19pm

    resetting
    disposal jammed but can't find reset button to turn back on.
  • Posted by rol33rock on Apr 15th, 2009 at 2:57am

    dishwasher drain plug
    installer didn't take out the dishwasher plug before installing. I punched it out but lost it in the disposal. It now makes a horrendous noise when operating. How do I find the stopper and remove it.
  • Posted by jhenson1 on Apr 15th, 2009 at 12:43am

    Impellers/Flywheel won't turn
    I have an Emerson E80 disposal. When I flip the switch, the disposal runs but the impeller flywheel doesn't turn. Any sugeestions?
  • Posted by rteague2 on Apr 12th, 2009 at 6:14pm

    Disposal stopped working while in use.
    While using disposal, it just stopped. Hit reset button, but nothing happens, It only makes a buzzing sound when I try to turn it on. Was disposing Salad and beans when it stopped. Have family here ...need help. Unit only 6 months old.
  • Posted by dlgunn on Apr 10th, 2009 at 12:19pm

    disposer
    disposer humms, will not operate
  • Posted by mwarrior on Apr 10th, 2009 at 10:04am

    doesnt work
    My disposal turns freely with the allen wrench and by hand by just hums and doesnt work. What next?
  • Posted by mreid44 on Apr 7th, 2009 at 8:39pm

    garbage disposal just hums.
    the garbage disposal appears to be locked and just hums. cannot find reset button.
  • Posted by cvwwjohns on Apr 7th, 2009 at 12:34am

    Leaking
    Leaking from what appears to be a plastic valve ont the bottom of the disposal
  • Posted by ncacharya on Apr 6th, 2009 at 9:11pm

    Disposer Problem
    when I start the disposer, the other side sink gets flooded with dirty water. My disposer model is Kenmore 50901
  • Posted by dcaniff on Apr 6th, 2009 at 8:31am

    Disposal motor appears to be out
    Disposal appears to be not working. I did use the reset at the bottom. At what point in time should I realize I have to replace? Is replacing by one's self easy to do? What would be the difference in ordering the GC1000 with or without the cord?
  • Posted by fioneas on Apr 5th, 2009 at 1:16pm

    removing disposal to new gaskets seals
    how to remove
  • Posted by ceo on Apr 4th, 2009 at 2:01pm

    Removing
    I am trying to replace my GC1000 disposal and can't remove the flange from under the sink. The thing is on there so tight it won't budge. From the perspective of the top of the disposal, I'm trying to twist is counter clockwise, but it is on solid.



    Any suggestions?
  • Posted by jcpressey on Apr 4th, 2009 at 11:16am

    garbage disposal
    Won't shut off. Repaired a gasket and when we reinstalled,the garbage disposal it's stuck on the on position, can't shut it off . we also need manuel
  • Posted by wtrentacosta on Apr 3rd, 2009 at 1:31pm

    leaking from the bottom.
    just noticed that my disposal is leaking from the bottom. there is a small square panel held in by one screw. it is leaking from there. HELP!
  • Posted by fay.s on Apr 3rd, 2009 at 10:37am

    Manual
    Stopped working. Resets but just hums then trips the power. Is it jammed? How to you unjam/disassemble it?
  • Posted by hayeses on Mar 31st, 2009 at 9:55am

    Looking for reset button
    Looking for reset button
  • Posted by bcskenbenner on Mar 30th, 2009 at 3:39pm

    motor
    Blades will not spin,trips reset when started.
  • Posted by donmeredith1959 on Mar 29th, 2009 at 1:23am

    plugged dishwasher drain
    there is a solid plug on the inside of the disposal where the dishwasher drains. How do I fix this so the dishwasher will drain through?

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