Garbage disposal runs but occasionally throws water out of the air gap on the sink

Safety First: Turn OFF the disposal and dishwasher before working on plumbing.

• Clean air gap: Remove the air gap cap and clean any debris from the top and internal passages.
• Inspect hoses: Ensure the hose from the dishwasher to the air gap and from the air gap to the Waste Maid inlet are not kinked or clogged.
• Clear drain line: Remove and clean the P-trap and horizontal drain arm from the disposal to the wall.
• Test operation: Run the dishwasher and disposal while observing the air gap. Occasional small spurts can be normal, but continuous flow indicates a restriction that must be cleared further down the line.