Let the unit cool
Look at the bottom of the InSinkerator (opposite the drain side). You will see a small, prominent .
Note: Internal motor components and bearings are sealed at the factory and cannot be safely serviced by a homeowner. If the motor or bearings fail, the entire garbage disposal unit must be replaced. How to Prevent Your Disposal from Overheating in the Future
If your InSinkErator continues to run hot even when there are no physical obstructions and the flywheel spins freely with a wrench, the unit is experiencing an internal component failure.
Turn the wrench back and forth in a clockwise and counterclockwise motion. how to fix a insinkerator garbage disposal hot
Once the jam is cleared and the thermal switch is reset, it is time to test if the disposal operates normally without getting hot.
: If the disposal overheated, the button will be protruding about a quarter-inch. Push it in until you hear or feel a click . 3. Check for Jams (If it Hums but Won't Spin) Home Resetting a Garbage Disposal
A jam is the most likely reason your disposal will not reset. A humming sound is a telltale sign of a jam, even if the blades aren't turning.
Periodically grind ice cubes to sharpen the impellers, or toss in a few citrus peels to neutralize odors and clean the grinding chamber. When to Call a Professional Let the unit cool Look at the bottom
InSinkErator units utilize a red reset button to protect the motor from electrical failure during a jam.
Before you touch anything:
Never insert tools or hands into a garbage disposal while it is connected to power.
Do you see any underneath the sink near the unit? How old is your InSinkErator disposal? If the motor or bearings fail, the entire
: Flip the wall switch to the "OFF" position or unplug the unit from the outlet under the sink for safety. Cool Down (Critical) 10 to 20 minutes
If your InSinkErator plugs into an outlet under the sink, pull the plug out.
Immediate actions (if disposal is hot now)