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Apr 09, 2025 - 01:41 AM
Sure! Here are the step-by-step instructions for installing the Insinkerator Badger 1 Garbage Disposal:
1. Before you begin, make sure to turn off the electrical power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
2. If you are replacing an existing disposer, disconnect the sink drain and turn off the electrical power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Disconnect the drain trap from the waste discharge tube and disconnect the dishwasher if it is connected to the disposer.
3. Support the disposer and insert the end of the wrenchette into the right side of the mounting lug. Turn the wrenchette to release the disposer.
4. Flip the disposer over and remove the electrical cover plate. Save the cable connector if applicable.
5. Disconnect the disposer wires from the electrical supply.
6. If the new disposer mounting is the same as the old one, you may choose to skip to step 15. If not, continue to step 7.
7. Using a flathead screwdriver, loosen the three screws on the mounting assembly.
8. Using a screwdriver, remove the snap ring.
9. Remove the flange from the sink and remove any old plumber's putty from the sink with a putty knife.
10. Apply a 1/2" thick rope of plumber's putty around the sink flange.
11. Press the sink flange firmly into the sink drain and remove any excess putty.
12. Place a weight, such as the disposer, on the sink flange to hold it in place. Use a towel to avoid scratching the sink.
13. Insert the fiber gasket, backup flange, and mounting ring. Hold them in place while inserting the snap ring. Pull the snap ring open and press firmly until it snaps into place.
14. Tighten the three mounting screws evenly and firmly against the backup flange.
15. If you are not connecting a dishwasher, turn the disposer onto its side and knock out the drain plug with a screwdriver. Remove the plug from inside the disposer with pliers.
16. Insert the cable connector (not included) and run the electrical cable through the access hole on the bottom of the disposer. Tighten the cable connector.
17. This disposer requires a switch with a marked "Off" position installed within sight of the disposer sink opening. Connect the white wire from the disposer to the neutral (white) wire from the power source. Connect the black wire from the disposer to the hot (black, red) wire from the power source using wire nuts. Connect the ground wire to the green grounding xxxx . Make sure the unit is properly grounded for safe installation.
18. Push the wires into the disposer and replace the electrical cover plate.
19. Trim the discharge tube if necessary to ensure a proper fit.
20. Slide the flange over the discharge tube and insert the gasket into the discharge outlet. Secure the flange and discharge tube to the disposer with two bolts.
21. Lift the disposer from the bottom and hang it by aligning the three mounting tabs with the slide-up ramps on the mounting ring. Slightly turn the disposer clockwise.
22. Turn the mounting ring until all three mounting tabs latch over the ridges on the slide-up ramps.
23. Reconnect the plumbing and dishwasher connection if used.
24. Insert the stopper into the sink opening, fill the sink with water, and test for leaks.
25. Reconnect the electrical power at the fuse box or circuit breaker box.
Please note that these instructions are a summary of the installation process. For complete and detailed instructions, refer to the user manual provided with the Insinkerator Badger 1 Garbage Disposal.
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