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bubbabubbs@yahoo.com wrote:
> I'm looking for a recommendation for an in-sink-erator. The one I
> currently have is a Kenmore/Sears Model 175.60542:
> 3/4 HP, 8.1 Amp. This particular model may have been discontinued, and
> the closest math is probably
>
http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?bidsite=KENM&cat=Disposers+%26+Trash+Compactors&pid=02260571000&vertical=KENM&subcat=Disposers&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes
> Can someone recommend a reliable brand, model? Quality/reliability is
> of utmost importance to me.
> What features or specs should I look for? HP, Amp ratings? Longest
> warranty?
>
> Is it an easy DIY job to replace an erator? Any fancy tools I'll need
> besides an adjustable wrench and a screwdriver?
>
> BTW, the problem with my existing erator is that it starts leaking when
> it's turned on - it leaks from somewhere around the top part of the
> assembly near where the erator connects to the bottom of the sink. Once
> it's turned off, the leak will stop after a couple of minutes, even
> if the water tap is on.
> I know that it's a hard Q to answer w/o being able to examine the
> leak, but is that kind of leak even fixable (a washer to replace,
> screws to tighten), or should I just buy a new erator? I do not know
> how old this erator is, as we moved in to the house 5 mths ago. So I
> do not know whether this model or Kenmore erators in general are junk,
> or maybe mine is just dying of old age.
>
> TIA for your advice.
I have been using In-sink-erator disposals for YEARS........at my folks
house, my own houses & rental properties. I started with the model
333 but now I have switched to the 555. I had one fail rather soon but
it was under warranty & they even offered to come out & replace for
free. I had already bought a new one & done the R&R myself. I just
took it back for a refund.
The thing I like best about the In-sink-erator's is that they all use
the same three - ramp locking ring. Once you do the first install of
an In-sink-erator, the subsequent replacements are a breeze, since the
new disposal just twist locks onto the ring.
When I do an In-sink-erator initial install, I do a complete "out of
sink" assembly so I can see the postion of the disposal output port.
I note the desired location of the output port relavtive to the
existing plumbing & where the ramps should be. I install the sink
flange with plumber's putty so that the ramps are clocked correctly.
Be careful not to rotate the since flange while the plumbers putty is
still soft, you can tear it internally & create a leak path.
IMO there are three most likely places that can leak; the sink flange
to sink interface, the disposal to the mounting ring / sink flange,
the disposal output port to drain line. Also you could have an
internal disposal leak
SInce the leak stops after the disposal is turned off but doesn't leak
with the tap is still on......... I'd guess the the vibration from
the disposal works a gasketed joint that's not quite secure.
Depending on your inclination;
you could just bite the bullet & go with an In-sink-erator install
OR
if you want to try & save some bucks (& potentially waste some time)
I'd remove the existing install, examine the gasketed surfaces for
signs of leakage, clean up the gasket surfaces & reassemble.......this
may fix the problem
If you have the In-sink-erator on hand & discover problems with the
Kenmore install that can't be fixed, you can install the
In-sink-erator. If the R&R works just return the In-sink-erator
cheers
Bob
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