E19
Frigidaire
Surge-Damaged Motor or Control Circuit
Garbage disposal will not turn on after a power outage or surge; reset button does not appear tripped.
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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
Voltage spike damaging motor windings, Tripped GFCI or AFCI upstream, Damaged internal overload protector, Burned internal wiring
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off the breaker before inspecting wiring. Power surges can cause hidden damage.
- Step 1 – Check upstream protection: Locate any GFCI outlets or AFCI breakers on the circuit and reset them.
- Step 2 – Verify outlet power: Test the disposal outlet with a lamp or meter to confirm voltage is present.
- Step 3 – Inspect junction box: With power off, open the disposal junction box and check for burned or loose wires. Repair any damaged connections.
- Step 4 – Reset overload: Press the red reset button even if it does not appear popped.
- Step 5 – Test briefly: Restore power and test. If the unit remains dead despite confirmed power, the motor or internal protector is likely damaged by the surge.
- Step 6 – Replace disposal: Internal surge damage is not repairable; replace the Frigidaire disposal.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Motor Assembly / Internal Overload
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