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Install and Wiring

Swapping out an old unit, removing one, the dishwasher knockout plug and the power it needs, with the maker's manual as your guide.

  • InSinkErator 3-Foot Power Cord Kit
    Install and Wiring

    Does a Garbage Disposal Need Its Own Circuit?

    Does a garbage disposal need its own circuit? Learn how to check the manual, understand GFCI rules, and choose between a cord and hardwired setup.

  • PF WaterWorks Disposal Installation Kit
    Install and Wiring

    How to Knock Out the Garbage Disposal Plug

    Learn how to knock out a garbage disposal plug safely, catch the loose piece, and check the dishwasher drain connection before installing the unit.

  • InSinkErator WRN-00 Jam-Buster Wrench
    Install and Wiring

    How to Remove a Garbage Disposal From a Sink

    Learn how to remove a garbage disposal safely by cutting power, disconnecting the drain and wiring, and releasing the unit from its sink mount.

  • InSinkErator Badger 5 with Power Cord
    Install and Wiring

    How to Replace a Garbage Disposal Under Your Sink

    Learn how to replace a garbage disposal under your sink, from shutting off power and disconnecting the old unit to fitting the new one and checking for leaks.