Tweeny Shared Drain Line Obstruction

Garbage disposal causes sink to back up into the other basin

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Possible Causes

Clogged cross-over pipe between basins, Food buildup in horizontal drain arm, Insufficient slope in drain piping, Partial blockage at wall stub-out

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Turn OFF and unplug the disposal. Place a bucket under the sink trap.

  • Step 1 – Disassemble drain: Remove the P-trap and cross-over pipe between sink basins. Clear any food or grease buildup.
  • Step 2 – Inspect wall stub-out: Use a small drain snake to clear the pipe entering the wall if obstructed.
  • Step 3 – Reassemble with new gaskets: Replace worn slip-joint washers and reassemble the piping, ensuring proper slope.
  • Step 4 – Test both basins: Run water in both sinks and operate the Tweeny disposal to confirm proper drainage.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Sink P-trap and cross-over pipe
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