# How to Troubleshoot a Badger 5 Disposal
Badger 5 disposals are connected to the bottom of the sink and work by grinding up leftover food that you don't want to dump in the trash. If there is a foul smell coming from the appliance or if the disposal blade does not freely rotate, you may need to do a little troubleshooting to diagnose and fix the problem. The good thing about troubleshooting a Badger 5 appliance is that the device performs a simple function; therefore, there are just a few things to check before diagnosing a problem.
Things You'll Need
- Baking soda
- Self-service wrenchette or Allen wrench
- Tongs
Instructions
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Foul Smell
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Place a stopper in the sink.
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Fill the sink to the halfway point with warm water.
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Pour 1/4 cup of baking soda into the sink.
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Turn the disposal on and remove the stopper.
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Turn the disposal off after the water recedes from the sink.
Disposal Will Not Turn
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Turn off the disposer and the water.
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Enter one end of the self-service wrenchette or Allen wrench into the hole in the bottom of the device.
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Move the wrenchette back and forth until you are able to turn it one full rotation.
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Use tongs to remove any items that are stuck in the disposal opening.
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Wait three to five minutes, then lightly press the red button on the bottom of the disposal.
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