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Murdock  
#1 Posted : Sunday, January 24, 2010 10:31:05 PM(UTC)
Murdock

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Hello,

I have a Kenmore Disposer. Over the last few weeks it has been sticking and I had to use the alan wrench key to get it unjammed many times. I was running it the other day and there was a noise like a key or pin breaking and now the motor runs but the blades in the sink don't turn.

Is there a jam nut I can tighten or is it just time to replace the Disposer? I have never done this type of job and didn't want to jump in blind.

If I have to replace it will I have to rework the drain pipes or are most disposers the same? Will be be an easy replacement? I am good with tools and know basic electrical as the motor is hard wired. My only concern is if I will have to redo the drain system.

Any help will be greatly appreciated...

Thanks
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Murdock  
#2 Posted : Tuesday, January 26, 2010 11:43:42 AM(UTC)
Murdock

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Well I couldn't find a way to fix my old one so I bought a new one and just completed the install. One of the easiest things I have done around the house. So glad I replaced it, can't believe how quite the new one is...

Best of luck to all on your DIY projects, take care...
krissyjo48183  
#3 Posted : Saturday, February 27, 2010 6:40:52 AM(UTC)
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Hello,

I have a Kenmore 500 Disposer 175.66554. I was running it the other day and the motor runs but the blades in the sink don't turn.

Is there a jam nut I can tighten or is it just time to replace the Disposer? I have never done this type of job and didn't want to jump in blind.

If I have to replace it will I have to rework the drain pipes or are most disposers the same? Will be be an easy replacement? I am good with tools and know basic electrical as the motor is hard wired. My only concern is if I will have to redo the drain system.

Any help will be greatly appreciated...

Thanks
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