Tweeny
Mechanical Jam of Grinding Plate
Garbage disposal hums loudly but does not grind, then trips the reset button
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Possible Causes
Foreign object lodged between impeller lug and grind ring, Rust buildup on grinding plate, Swollen food waste compacted in chamber
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety First: Immediately switch OFF the unit. Unplug or turn off the breaker. Never put your hand into the disposal.
- Step 1 – Use jam-buster wrench: Insert the Tweeny jam-buster wrench or 6 mm Allen key into the bottom hex socket. Rotate back and forth until movement becomes smooth.
- Step 2 – Remove debris: From the sink opening, use pliers or tongs to remove bones, utensils, or other hard objects.
- Step 3 – Reset and test: Press the reset button on the bottom, restore power, run cold water, and test briefly.
- Step 4 – Prevent recurrence: Avoid putting large bones, fruit pits, or non-food items into the Tweeny disposal.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Tweeny grinding plate
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