Moen
Severe Jam or Corroded Jam Plate
Moen garbage disposal is very difficult to turn with the jam-buster wrench
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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
Hard object tightly wedged between jam plate and grind ring, Long-term corrosion bonding jam plate to housing, Bent jam plate from impact, Foreign object lodged in hex socket
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Ensure the disposal is unplugged or the breaker is off.
- Apply penetrating action:
- Spray a small amount of penetrating oil on the jam plate pivot area from inside the chamber (avoid overuse).
- Work the wrench:
- Insert the jam-buster wrench into the bottom hex socket.
- Apply firm, controlled back-and-forth motion; do not use excessive force that could crack the housing.
- Remove debris:
- Once movement is achieved, remove any visible obstructions with tongs.
- Replace if seized:
- If the jam plate cannot be freed without extreme force, replace the disposal.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Jam Plate / Impeller Assembly
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