How to Change the Sound Baffle on a KitchenAid Garbage Disposal

When you've been using your KitchenAid garbage disposal for a long time the sound baffle can become worn or cracked from overexposure. The sound baffle is used to muffle the sound in the garbage disposal and also help prevent unwanted objects from reaching the disposal's chamber. If your sound baffle is damaged and causing your disposal to be louder than normal, then you can replace it once you've purchased a replacement baffle part.

Pipe wrench

Instructions

- 1
  Disconnect the power cable for the garbage disposal unit from the AC wall outlet below your sink.
- 2
  Use a pipe wrench to detach all connections leading to the garbage disposal, including the drain line.
- 3
  Turn the garbage disposal unit slightly clockwise to detach it from the mount, and then set the unit upright on your floor.
- 4
  Use your hand to detach the top half of the garbage disposal and access the chamber. Pull out the old sound baffle, which will detach when you pull it upwards.
- 5
  Insert the new sound baffle, snapping it into place. Replace the top half of the garbage disposal and then reconnect it to the mount under your sink.
- 6
  Use your wrench to reconnect all of the connections to the garbage disposal and then reconnect the power supply.

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