How to Hardwire a Moen Garbage Disposal
Tools Required:
Wire CuttersCable Connector ( Strain Relief Connector)Wire NutsWire StrippersSafety Glasses
Before hardwiring the garbage disposal, consider the following requirements:
Under deck requirements
The garbage disposal must be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the garbage disposal. Check this too: Kenmore Garbage Disposal How to & Troubleshooting Guide Connect the garbage disposal into a properly grounded outlet. Outlet must be 110-120 V, 60 Hz AC current only.
Above deck requirements
Outlet must be controlled by a dedicated wall switch with a marked “off” position, and have a proper switch installed by a certified electrician. The switch must be mounted within sight of sink opening or garbage disposal. To safely hardwire a Moen garbage disposal, follow these steps:
How to Clean a Moen Garbage Disposal
Moen garbage disposal is self-cleaning and scours its internal parts with each use. However, the following cleaning tips can help clear food buildup on the blades and get rid of smells from the unit’s splash guard and drain.
To clean your garbage disposal:
To remove food buildup on the blades, place frozen orange and lemon peels in the disposal and grind them up. The oil from the citrus peels will help remove buildup while leaving a clean, fresh fragrance.Alternatively, you can also use a tray of ice cubes and 1/2 cup of baking soda to clear buildup from the blades.
To clean the garbage disposal drain:
To clean the garbage disposal splash guard:
Moen Garbage Disposal Odors
If there are odors coming from your garbage disposal, confirm the unit is draining properly. Clogged or slow draining garbage disposals may develop a noticeable odor. Odors may also come from the splash guard. The splash guard can be pulled out to remove and cleaned. It is dishwasher safe. But, always make sure you cut off power from the unit before pulling the splash guard out. To manually wash the splash guard:
Why Does My Moen Garbage Disposal Inner Turntable Appear to be Rusted?
Minerals deposits from your water can form on the stainless steel turntable, giving the appearance of rust. Do not be alarmed the stainless steel turntables used will not corrode or rust.
How to Remove a Moen Garbage Disposal
How to Free a Jammed Moen Garbage Disposal
If your Moen garbage disposal jams and is no longer grinding, follow the steps below to fix the problem: Tools Required:
Tongs or Needle Nose PliersFlashlightWooden Spoon or Un-jamming Wrench( Moen part #1037 sold separately)
Instructions:
Why isn’t My Moen Garbage Disposal Working?
If your garbage disposal is not working, check to confirm it has power. To troubleshoot a garbage disposal that has no power:
Why is My Moen Garbage Disposal Leaking?
If the unit leaks at the top, it may be due to: If the unit leaks at the waste elbow or from the bottom of the unit, it may be due to: If the unit leaks at dishwasher hose connection: If the unit leaks elsewhere, there may be an internal problem that required service or replacement.
Moen Garbage Disposal Won’t Turn Off
If your garbage disposal runs when the switch is OFF or otherwise won’t stop running, try these troubleshooting instructions:
Check first to be sure that your garbage disposal is not plugged in into a dual-outlet receptacle with one side that is always on. This is common mistake and can easily be fixed by switching where the cord goes.It is also possible that your switch is broken. Have a qualified electrician check to see whether repairs are needed. If the switch or circuit is okay, it may be that your garbage disposal is broken. You may try resetting the unit in an effort to fix the problem.
Moen Garbage Disposal Tripping Electricity Breaker
If your Moen garbage disposal keeps tripping the breaker when switched on, the shredding plate might be jammed. Check this by making sure the switch is OFF and the breaker is OFF. If your unit has a removable splash guard, remove it now. Then using a flashlight, check for any foreign objects lodged between the turntable and grind ring, and remove them using tongs or needle nose pliers. Check this too: Barracuda Garbage Disposal How to & Troubleshooting Guide Once the foreign object (s) has been eliminated, use a wooden spoon or un-jamming wrench up against a swivel impeller and begin to push. The motion of pushing the swivel impeller should allow the entire turntable to be rotated manually. Continue this rotation until you are able to rotate the turntable clockwise or counter-clockwise a full revolution insuring it has released. If after doing the above and all is clear but the unit still trips the breaker, the garbage disposal could be faulty and may need to be replaced.
