The sink only drains when the garbage disposal is turned on because the garbage disposal helps to break down and remove food particles that may be blocking the drain, allowing water to flow freely.
The purpose of a garbage disposal drain plug is to prevent large food particles or objects from entering the disposal unit and causing clogs or damage. By using the drain plug, you can ensure that only small, easily grindable items go into the disposal, which helps maintain its functionality and prevents blockages.
The only issue would be the drain hole. I couldn't find a measurement of what it is. I would imagine a new sink would have a standard size hole. I do not know about an older one. I have never seen a smaller drain for a garbage disposal but that doesn't mean they are not available.
This will only happen if the drain pipe is clogged further down the line, near or in the wall. Possibly if the garbage disposal has been installed by an amateur, the 90 fitting going to the other tub has been installed the wrong way.
A disposal creates centrifugal force and acts as a pump. Often a blocked or partially blocked sink drain can result in slow drains and a disposal will force water through. If it really is the disposal, try slowly adding coffee grounds and/or fibrous material like broccoli centers or pineapple centers while cold water and the disposal are running. If that doesn't solve the problem, have the drain cleaned and make certain that the drain vent works.
No, it is not.
Yes. To install a garbage disposal into a sink you really only need a few things. First, make sure that you have an electrical outlet to plug the garbage disposal into. If you have this along with all of the plumbing materials to hook up your drain pipe you can install it very easily.
Defective garbage disposal.
Answer The disposal is part of your drain line. It only allows liquid and small particles through it. The whole idea of the disposal is not to allow anything to big to go through the drainage system. The problem is over time the weep holes in the disposal can get clogged with grease. It can be taken apart and cleaned. You may also want to investigate the trap in the drain as to whether it is the right configuration or it is plugged. We had a similar problem and there was a drinking straw in the pipe!
Grapefruit or any other citrus rinds are not only acceptable, but they will also have the added benefit of freshening the disposal.
Home Repair.com is a good website to help you with any repairs in your home. You can get other repairs you need and not only garbage disposal repair. It is very helpful.
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To deodorize a garbage disposal you can either put some baking soda in the drain and let it sit for a while or my favorite is to run lemon peels through the disposal after you do the dishes every night. You can use orange peels, too. Just make sure the pieces are small enough to run through without clogging it.