Moen Loose Mounting Assembly / Support Failure

Moen garbage disposal unit is loose or sagging from the sink

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Possible Causes

Mounting ring not fully locked, Loose mounting screws on Moen mounting assembly, Deformed support brackets, Sink flange movement due to thin or damaged sink

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off and unplug the disposal before adjusting the mounting hardware.

  • Support the unit:
    • Place a sturdy box or support under the disposal to hold its weight.
  • Tighten mounting ring:
    • Rotate the mounting ring clockwise until the disposal is firmly locked to the mounting assembly.
  • Check mounting screws:
    • Tighten the three mounting screws that secure the upper and lower mounting rings together.
  • Inspect sink flange:
    • From above, ensure the sink flange is not lifting or moving.
    • If it is, remove and reinstall with fresh plumber's putty.
  • Verify stability:
    • Gently push the disposal side to side; it should not wobble.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Mounting Assembly
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