An InSinkErator is a type of garbage disposal unit that is installed under your kitchen sink. It's designed to grind food waste into tiny particles that can easily pass through your plumbing system, eliminating the need for a traditional trash can and making clean-up a snap.
To ensure your unit runs smoothly, follow this guide on how to operate both continuous and batch feed models, along with essential maintenance tips. 1. How to Use a Continuous Feed InSinkErator
The most important rule of using a disposal is that it needs water to function. Never run the unit dry. how to use an insinkerator
| Problem | Likely Cause | Solution | |---------|--------------|----------| | Humming but not grinding | Jammed impeller | Turn off, use Allen wrench to manually turn | | Won’t turn on | Tripped overload | Press red reset button under sink | | Bad smell | Food buildup | Grind ice + salt + citrus peels | | Water backs up | Clog in drain line | Check P-trap or call plumber (disposal likely not the cause) |
Using an InSinkErator is easy! Just follow these simple steps: An InSinkErator is a type of garbage disposal
Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your InSinkErator:
An InSinkErator (often called a garbage disposal) is a convenient kitchen appliance installed under the sink that grinds food waste into small particles that can safely pass through plumbing. Using it correctly prevents clogs, damage to the unit, and costly repairs. | Problem | Likely Cause | Solution |
Flip the wall switch or press the InSinkErator SinkTop Air Switch button. Always turn the unit on before feeding food scraps.
| | NEVER Grind (Will Damage or Clog) | |------------------|----------------------------------------| | Soft food scraps | Bones (fowl, fish, pork, beef) | | Small vegetable peels | Fibrous vegetables (celery, corn husks, artichokes, onion skins) | | Leftover cooked pasta/rice (in small amounts) | Coffee grounds (accumulate like sand) | | Fruit pits (small, like cherry/plum – but avoid large pits) | Grease, oil, or fat (pour into a can, not the sink) | | Small amounts of citrus peels (helps clean) | Eggshells (gritty membrane and shell fragments can clog) | | | Non-food items (plastic, glass, metal, paper) | | | Potato peels (turn into sticky paste) |
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