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posted on January 24, 2010 at 02:36PM Inappropriate?

We have a 1hp Kenmore disposal right now.  How do we install a 3/4hp Kenmore to replace it?

replies: 8 latest post: September 21, 2010 at 02:45PM by Billfish
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posted on January 24, 2010 at 02:47PM
 

The 3/4 HP unit may use the SAME locking sleeve mechanism, underneath the sink.

Hopefully, your old disposer "just plugs in" a switch half-outlet, like our disposer does.

Oh!

Disposers do NOT come with their own cord included (can be direct wired or need the separate plug-type cord kit).

They sell the cord kits, in the stores - by the... disposers.

posted on May 14, 2010 at 03:58PM
 

How do you remove the plug on the side of the disposal before connecting the dishwasher drain line?

posted on May 14, 2010 at 04:07PM
 

The owner's manual should have those details.

If you don't have a manual, you can use the long model number on the disposer data plate to down-load a manual from the Manage My Life.com site.

posted on September 07, 2010 at 10:52AM
 

What is the tool needed to remove the disposal so I can put the disposal into a new sink.

posted on September 15, 2010 at 04:47AM
 
In response to AdamO's post from January 24 2010 02:47PM

Question on the cord: I am replacing a non-working disposal with another brand. Will the cord from the old one be usable with the new one? In other words, is it a universal power cord?

If not, how do I know what kind of cord to purchase for the disposal I'm getting ready to buy? I'm buying online to send to my home in another state. I want to purchase the cord and have it sent as well for my manager to install. However, there's NO information in the product description to tell me 1) that I need one and 2) what to buy and 3)a link to bring me to the right place to even start looking (online). I don't want my manager to have to run to the store to get this cord.

Thank you in advance for your help.

j

posted on September 15, 2010 at 09:21AM
 

Theres no way for us to know what your existing installation looks like or what model you have or what model you want to purchase.

That said,If you are going to buy a Kenmore or an Insinkerator disposer,and you want to plug it in with a wall cord,and you want to be sure you have what you need,then you need to order the Sears stock number 60686 cord.It will fit all Kenmore and Insinkerator models.None of the Kenmore or Insinkerator models come with a cord in the box (because many disposers are hard-wired).

I can't put a hyperlink here but if you go to Sears dot com and put 60686 in the search box it will show it to you.

Nor can I speak for the other brands,the above are the only brands I have sold.

 

posted on September 21, 2010 at 01:42PM
 

what hardware do i need to buy to install disposal in sink w/no previous disposal

posted on September 21, 2010 at 02:45PM
 

What you need to mount the disposer to the sink comes in the box.To tell you what modifications are needed to your plumbing (if any) I would have to see your plumbing.You can see the instructions at  insinkerator.com.

 

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