American Standard
Seized Bearings or Severe Internal Corrosion
Disposal is very difficult to turn manually with an Allen wrench even with power off.
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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
Long-term rusting of grinding components, Motor shaft bearing failure, Hardened debris cemented in chamber, Unit not used for extended periods
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Ensure power is OFF at the breaker before applying force to the rotor.
- Attempt gentle freeing: Insert the hex wrench into the bottom of the American Standard disposal and gently work it back and forth. Do not use excessive force that could crack the housing.
- Apply penetrating oil externally: You may spray a small amount of penetrating oil on the exposed shaft area under the unit (not inside the food chamber) and let it sit, then try again.
- Do not over-force: If the rotor remains extremely stiff, internal components are likely seized.
- Replace disposal: A severely seized unit should be replaced; internal mechanical repairs are not practical.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Garbage Disposal Unit (Complete Assembly)
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