Frigidaire Cross-Connection or Partial Drain Blockage

Garbage disposal runs but water backs up into the second bowl of a double sink.

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Possible Causes

Improperly installed double-bowl drain kit, Partial clog in shared drain line, Air lock in P-trap configuration, Insufficient slope on horizontal drain arm

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power to the disposal before disassembling any plumbing.

  • Step 1 – Check for obvious clogs: Remove standing water and inspect both sink strainers for debris.
  • Step 2 – Inspect under-sink piping: Verify that the double-bowl kit is installed per Frigidaire/kit instructions and that the disposal connects to the correct side.
  • Step 3 – Clean P-trap and tee: Place a bucket under the trap, remove it, and clear any buildup. Clean the horizontal arm and tee where the two bowls join.
  • Step 4 – Reassemble with proper slope: Ensure the horizontal drain arm slopes downward toward the wall drain.
  • Step 5 – Test: Run water and operate the disposal. Water should no longer back up into the other bowl.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Double-Bowl Drain Kit / P-Trap
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