Water leaks from the side of the disposal where the dishwasher hose connects

Safety first: Turn off power to the disposal and dishwasher. Place a towel or pan under the connection.

• Tighten the clamp: Use a screwdriver or nut driver to tighten the hose clamp at the dishwasher inlet on the InSinkErator housing.
• Inspect hose: Check the dishwasher drain hose for cracks, splits, or signs of aging near the clamp area. Replace if damaged.
• Check inlet nipple: Inspect the molded plastic or metal inlet on the disposal for cracks. If cracked, the disposal housing must be replaced.
• Use correct clamp: Ensure a proper worm-drive stainless clamp is used, not a spring clamp, and that it is positioned behind the barb on the inlet.
• Test for leaks: Run the dishwasher drain cycle and the sink faucet while observing the connection.