How to Install a Kitchen Sink Garbage Disposal

There are 2 basic types of kitchen sink garbage disposal units: the continuous feed model and the batch feed model. The continuous model has an on/off switch on the wall. The batch model is operated by a twist handle lid on top of the disposal. Installation requires plumbing and electrical wiring. It is a good idea to have an electrician install an outlet and a wall switch before installation. After the basic electrical wiring is done you can proceed with installation of the disposal.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Kitchen sink garbage disposal unit and accessories
• Plumbers putty
• Bucket
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
• Pliers
• Hose clamps
• Goggles

1. Shut off power at the breaker box.

2. Remove the waste assembly from the sink and dump any excess food or water into the bucket.

3. Unscrew all screws and remove the mounting assembly.

4. Apply plumber' s putty to the new flange and drop into the sink hole.

5. Attach the mounting assembly.

6. Slide the unit on the flange until it locks in place.

7. Seal and tighten all screws.

8. Insert the top of the disposal unit onto the top of the mounting assembly and tighten screws.

9. shake the unit to ensure that it holds in place.

10. Align and rotate the disposal unit.

11. Attach the dishwasher tube and the discharge tube.

12. Connect the proper electrical wiring.

13. Restore power.

14. Check the disposal unit.