Precautions When Checking Disposer

To check the interior of the disposer hopper please follow these recommendations:

1. Turn the power switch to the OFF position.
2. Disconnect power at the main fuse or circuit breaker.
3. Remove stopper and splash guard.
4. Check interior of hopper, using a flashlight if necessary for objects that will not grind properly such as: glass or metal, clam or oyster shells, large bones, plastic or aluminum.
5. Use long handled tongs to remove any such objects.

Caution: Never put your hand or any portion of your body in the disposer.