E24
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Intermittent Mechanical Binding / Overload Cycling
Disposal runs but occasionally seizes and then restarts on its own during a single use.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Warped grind plate, Loose debris intermittently jamming impellers, Weak motor torque, Over-sensitive overload protector cycling
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety First: Turn OFF power before attempting to clear jams. Do not force the unit to run through repeated stalls.
- Step 1 – Thoroughly clear chamber: Use tongs to remove all visible debris. Then run ice cubes and cold water to help clear hidden material.
- Step 2 – Manually rotate shaft: Use the bottom hex socket to rotate the shaft through several full turns, feeling for any tight spots.
- Step 3 – Test with light load: Restore power and test with only water and a small amount of soft food. If it still stalls intermittently, the grind plate may be warped or the motor weakened.
- Next step: Replace the disposal if intermittent binding continues; internal mechanical alignment is not adjustable.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Complete Garbage Disposal Unit
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