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How to Use a Garbage Disposal

A garbage disposal is one of those appliances that most people don't think about very often - but what a hard worker this powerful tool is. Here's how to use it properly and safely.

Things You'll Need

  • Garbage Disposals
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Instructions

    • 1

      Turn on the cold water.

    • 2

      Turn on the garbage disposal.

    • 3

      Feed the disposal a little at a time. Take care to keep utensils and your hands out of the drain.

    • 4

      Let the food clear the disposal - you can hear when it's clear.

    • 5

      Turn the disposal off.

    • 6

      Let the water run for 15 to 30 seconds more to flush the pipe.

    • 7

      Turn the water off.