How To Fix A Insinkerator Garbage Disposal Hot __hot__ «1080p»

Here’s a full, step-by-step write-up for diagnosing and fixing an InSinkErator garbage disposal that runs hot (overheats, trips the reset button, or shuts off during use).

Why Your InSinkErator Garbage Disposal Gets Hot It’s normal for a disposal to feel warm after normal use. But if it’s too hot to touch, shuts off mid-cycle, or trips the reset button (red button on the bottom), there’s a problem. Common causes:

Jam – foreign object stuck in grinding chamber Overheating from overuse – running too long without water Dull or damaged grind ring – motor works harder Internal short or motor failure – electrical issue Lack of cooling – no cold water running during operation

Safety First

Disconnect power – unplug the unit or turn off the circuit breaker Never put hands into disposal – use a wooden spoon or hex wrench Let it cool completely – at least 30 minutes before troubleshooting

Step 1 – Check If It’s Simply Overheated (Thermal Overload Trip) InSinkErator disposals have a built-in thermal overload protector (red reset button on bottom). What to do:

Feel the bottom of the disposal – if hot, wait 20–30 minutes. Press the red reset button (should click). Turn on cold water, then switch disposal on. If it runs normally → likely just overheated from overuse or lack of water. how to fix a insinkerator garbage disposal hot

Prevention: Always run cold water 15–30 seconds before, during, and after grinding.

Step 2 – Clear a Mechanical Jam A jam forces the motor to draw high current → heat buildup. Tools needed:

¼-inch hex wrench (often included with disposal) Flashlight Wooden spoon or tongs (never fingers) Here’s a full, step-by-step write-up for diagnosing and

Procedure:

Power off – unplug or breaker off. Insert hex wrench into bottom center hole of disposal. Work wrench back and forth to free the impellers. If stuck hard, try turning both directions. Remove wrench, shine light inside top opening – look for metal, bone, glass, or utensil. Remove objects with tongs or pliers (never hands). Manually turn hex wrench one full rotation to ensure free movement. Restore power, press reset button, run with cold water.