Disposal makes a high-pitched whining noise with little torque

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.

Possible Causes

Worn Evergrind motor bearings, Partially seized Evergrind rotor, Misaligned Evergrind motor shaft, Internal motor damage from previous jams

Safety first: Turn OFF power immediately if abnormal whining occurs.

Check for jams: With power OFF, verify the Evergrind turntable spins freely using the wrench. If it does and noise persists, the issue is internal.
Do not continue use: Operating with failing bearings can cause further damage and potential electrical hazards.
Replace disposer: Evergrind motor bearings and rotor are not field-serviceable. Replace the entire Evergrind unit.

Hard 4/5

Evergrind disposer unit

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