Reginox
Dishwasher Drain Backflow or Inlet Leak
Garbage disposal leaks only when the dishwasher is draining.
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Possible Causes
Loose dishwasher hose clamp, Blocked disposal discharge causing backpressure, Missing or failed dishwasher inlet gasket, Improper high-loop or air gap installation
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off power to both disposal and dishwasher.
- Run a test: Run the dishwasher drain cycle while observing the disposal and hoses under the sink to locate the leak source.
- Tighten hose clamp: Secure the dishwasher drain hose to the Reginox dishwasher inlet with a properly positioned clamp.
- Check for backpressure: Ensure the disposal discharge and P-trap are not clogged, as this can force water out of weak connections.
- Verify high loop/air gap: Confirm the dishwasher drain hose has a high loop under the countertop or is connected to an air gap to prevent backflow.
- Replace inlet gasket if needed: If water seeps around the inlet, install a new Reginox dishwasher inlet gasket.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Dishwasher Inlet Gasket
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