Installing Garbage Disposal Drain

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.

Installing garbage disposal drain.

A garbage disposal can be installed in either a single kitchen sink or on one half of a double sink with a strainer basket in the drain of the second half of the sink. To install a new garbage disposal start by removing the old disposal and taking apart the rest of the mounting assembly. Your dishwasher outlet hose attaches to the disposal. This guide reviews how to install a garbage disposal either for the first time or when you need to replace an old one.

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. The drain system includes an air gap fitting that prevents garbage disposal debris from backing up into the dishwasher. Install the garbage disposal. Garbage disposals are typically available in 1 3 horsepower up to 1.

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. Assemble a support to remove the garbage disposal. That s a lot of weight to suddenly catch with one hand while you re turning the lower mounting bracket with the other hand. 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.

Many types of garbage disposals begin to wear out after more than a decade. Now it is time to install the entire disposal unit under the sink. If the discharge tube is too long cut off. Rotate the garbage disposal so that the discharge tube is aligned with the drain trap.

Align the discharge tube with drain pipe. Garbage disposals can weigh 15 lbs. Align the three taps of the disposal with the mounting ring. Remove all parts of the disposer kit from the box and organize the contents.

Before you learn how to remove a garbage disposal unhook anything assemble a support under the unit using a paint can and. The fitting mounts on the back ledge of the sink and has connector nozzles. A garbage disposal makes it easier to get rid of certain types of food waste and keep your kitchen clean.