Garbage disposal lugs, aka blades, are supposed to be loose; that is how they work. They are blunt as well, so there is no way to sharpen them either. Even if the blades are looser than they should be, there is no way to fix them. The only option you have is to replace your garbage disposal.
Contents
- 1 Should garbage disposal blades move?
- 2 Why is my garbage disposal rattling?
- 3 Should garbage disposal blades spin freely?
- 4 How do you tighten an Insinkerator blade?
- 5 What do I do if my garbage disposal is noisy?
- 6 How do you fix a garbage disposal blade?
- 7 How do I know if my garbage disposal needs to be replaced?
- 8 How long do garbage disposals last?
- 9 Can you replace InSinkErator blades?
Should garbage disposal blades move?
The blades should move from side to side on their rivets, but not up and down on their rivets. Attempt to turn the impeller plate by hand. If the blades or impeller plates do not move, something is lodged between the plate and wall of the garbage disposal or underneath the blades.
Why is my garbage disposal rattling?
The most common cause of a garbage disposal that is making a rattling noise is that something is stuck in the unit. Items that may have gotten accidentally washed into your drain include toys, plastic objects, broken glass, silverware and even food bones. These objects are too hard for the disposal to manage.
Should garbage disposal blades spin freely?
Your garbage disposal uses two swiveling impellers to push food around inside the chamber. These impellers must turn freely for the garbage disposal to work efficiently.
How do you tighten an Insinkerator blade?
Fix minor jams in the disposal by turning off the appliance then inserting an Allen wrench into the hole at the bottom of the unit. Twist the wrench back and forth to move the blades manually. This dislodges many clogs.
What do I do if my garbage disposal is noisy?
The moment you hear your disposal squealing it is best to turn it off and unplug it immediately. A squealing sound might mean the motor of the disposal is failing. The best solution to this would be to start looking into purchasing a new garbage disposal.
How do you fix a garbage disposal blade?
Follow the steps below to tighten the blades.
- Step 1: Turn Off the Circuit Breaker.
- Step 2: Detach the Garbage Disposal from the Sink.
- Step 3: Check for Jams in the Garbage Disposal.
- Step 4: Remove Any Debris on the Flange.
- Step 5: Reconnect the Garbage Disposal to the Sink and Reset.
How do I know if my garbage disposal needs to be replaced?
5 Signs It’s Time To Replace Your Garbage Disposal
- Strange or unusual noises are coming from your garbage disposal.
- It has a bad smell that won’t go away.
- Your garbage disposal won’t turn on.
- Water is leaking from your garbage disposal.
- You’re frequently pressing the reset button on the unit.
How long do garbage disposals last?
If you should especially consider replacing your disposal if it’s been at least a decade since your last renovation or garbage disposal installation project. Most disposals have a life expectancy of about 10 years, after which they may start clogging more often.
Can you replace InSinkErator blades?
If you’ve just purchased a new InSinkErator garbage disposal, you’ll be glad to know our garbage disposals are the easiest to install, remove, and replace.
