This was one of the best "how to" videos that I have seen on TH-cam. All of the steps were clearly described and the video shots were close enough to tell what was actually going on at each step.
Thanks for sharing your experience and uploading the video! Yesterday, I removed and replaced a leaky garbage disposal. The removal was easy; the replacement was more difficult than expected. I had a difficult time mounting the new garbage disposal to the existing mounting bracket. I got so frustrated that I stopped and searched TH-cam and found your video. You made mounting it look so quick and easy so I went back and vowed to get it attached so I wouldn’t have to call an installer. I ended up cutting up my fingers on the sharp edge of the mounting bracket, but I somehow got it mounted. The only things that I did diffidently was I plugged the new trash disposal before mounting it to make sure it worked and I used the included garbage disposal wrench to loosen and tighten it (instead of using a screwdriver). Again, thanks for the video!
Back in the 70's I was an appliance serviceman for 5 years. I removed several old leaking garbage disposers and replaced them with new ones. The first rule of working on any appliance is to ALWAYS disconnect the electrical power before beginning disassembly of ANY appliance. One particular rule I never broke when working on a disposer was to NEVER run a disposer motor dry with no water running into the grind chamber! WHY? I'll tell you: every disposer has a two piece seal above the top of the motor to prevent water from leaking into the motor and bearings. Running a disposer dry can damage the seal faces (even new ones), ruin the seal and cause water to leak into the motor itself. Should the seal leak, water frequently seizes up the motor bearings (especially the top bearing) and cause the motor to hum but not turn. This usually causes the motor protector to shut the disposer off to protect the motor from electrical overload. IF water drips or runs thru the bottom end bell of the motor, it is a sure sign the motor seal has failed, and the seal (or disposer) needs to be replaced. If you have to hire a contractor or appliance repairman to do the job, the labor cost of replacing the seal may well be more expensive than replacing the entire disposer, as many disposers are less than $200. My disposer just failed (profuse seal leakage) and I intend to buy an identical replacement disposer for $100. Since all the plumbing is the same, it will be faster, easier and cheaper than replacing the leaking seal. Moreover, once a motor seal leaks, there will most likely be bearing and motor damage from internal corrosion.
@@joshuasmith1215 Seals have two separate parts that mate together. One half is a relatively soft carbon ring attached to a rubber boot with a spring inside. The bottom of the boot presses into a well in the bottom of the grind chamber. The other half of the seal is a hard ceramic ring. It usually presses into a small rubber ring which in turn presses into the underside of the grind wheel, which rotates to shred the contents you place in the grind chamber. The two seal faces... the carbon face against the ceramic, are pressed together by the spring in the rubber boot. The mating faces of both the carbon and ceramic are polished to seal perfectly when the new disposer is assembled at the factory. The carbon seal is much softer than the ceramic and when the disposer is turned on, the ceramic face spins against the stationary carbon seal. There is no lubricant on the seal faces... they are dry. So when the disposer is turned on the motor spins at nearly 2,000 RPM's. This generates friction and heat between the seal faces, which can destroy the carbon face of the seal. Running water into the chamber before turning on the disposer helps keep the seal faces cool and acts as a minor lubricant as well. Be sure to turn off the disposer before turning the water off to insure the seal does not run when dry. A good rule to follow is "water on, disposer on, disposer off, water off". Hope that explains why a disposer should never be turned on and run dry.
@@arkrainflood Yes, in most cases. The other possibility is the grind chamber itself. Cheaper disposer chambers are made of painted steel (sheet metal). Over time the paint inside the chamber will wear off, exposing the steel to corrosion. Acidy foods as well as hard foods or accidental foreign objects like spoons, knives, and other metal objects (yes, that does happen) will wear or erode the chamber until a pinhole leak begins. Eventually the water will leak into the top of the motor with the same result as with a leaking seal. So those are the two things in the vast majority of disposers that can cause problems in the motor.
Thanks for the video. I just installed my 3rd in my lifetime. I could not for the life of me get the new one to connect to the old connector, I puttied and put the new one on and was glad I did it, the putty was pretty bad. Connecting the new disposal and wiring was a snap but lordy, taking the rings off and putting the new one on to the connector was a beast and had to take several breaks. Make sure that ring is 100 percent on. I was tightening the screws to the connector and bamb! Flew off like a projectile as the ring got pushed off!! These disposals are heavy so if you have a portable car jack like others have mentioned....use it! I used a pot and paint can to rest mine in between hoists. As a 66 year old lady, found my upper body strength is zilch but I did it!
Thanks helped solve major headache. I changed my disposal and afterwards my dishwasher wouldn't drain. I couldn't figure out the issue until I saw your video. I didn't punch out the drain plug. Your video saved me an unnecessary plumbing bill....lol Thx
Awesome stuff man 👍 The G.D at home started leaking as well and my dad usually handle that kind of stuff but since pops is no longer around I’m the next man for the job so who best to teach me than TH-cam and the marvelous teachers like yourself. Thank you 🙏
This video is the best I have seen on how to do a home project. Thank you so much for helping me not to have to redo the installation because I skipped a step. Thank you so very much.
FYI the Badger 5 and Badger 500 are the EXACT same. The Badger 500 is simply " Home Depots" designation. Great How to video. Just changed my disposal out myself!
I just followed your video. It was spot on. No issues, no surprises. I really appreciate the attention to detail. Home Depot wanted $189.00 to perform the install. Thank-you and keep up the good work.
You helped me replace my Badger garbage disposal tonight! Thanks! Great video showing everything needed to remove and reinstall the new disposal. Great step by step with good angles and lighting on the video--very helpful! You saved me $80 getting a plumber in to do it. :)
Great video! I’ve never replaced a garbage disposal so I really appreciated the step by step instruction. The hardest part was definitely snapping the housing ring back into place. I had to take a break.
Loved and appreciated this video. I would add that sometimes it's necessary to "assist" the removal of the initial ring with a couple of taps from a hammer to get it moving once it's been on their tight for a number of years, nearly 20 in our case! Thanks again.
Just replaced mine right now. Had the same brand as shown in this video. Directions were right on! Saved myself $200 in labor costs from plumber. Thanks brother!
I just replaced mine today after watching this video. Your instructions were excellent. And it worked like a charm. The only difficulty I had was Actually lifting it into place. It’s very heavy so I had to put a box underneath it to hold it in place while I turned the collar.
Yup, that part of lifting the new disposal into place was difficult for me too, until I got something to prop under my elbow to help hold up the disposal while I tightened the flange.
This was such a well done video, good audio, great narration (no ums, you know, ah), clear camera angles, that I could see you getting 10x the views. Keep these how to videos coming.
That was a good tutorial that saved me the installation fees. Coupled with the fact that I bought my new InSinkErator Badger at a steep discount at the online discount store splakes mitzen, I am a happy camper.
Thanks for posting this! My erator started leaking yesterday and yours was one of the videos that broke the process down in simple terms and gave me the confidence that I could handle this job.
in about 7 years I've changed 2 Badger 5 and 1 Badger 500, They all self destructed conveniently after the warranty. They were all corroded and started leaking badly. Finally made the move to a Waste King with Stainless Steel internals and 2 years later not one issue. And I paid less on Amazon for the Waste King.
Thanks! I had never installed one before (I always paid a plumber to do it), your video gave me the courage to save myself some serious bucks! Everything went smooth! Thanks again for sharing!
Yep. This worked for me. I didn't even need to watch it all the way through, just past the parts that I wasn't sure of. And my new Badger 5 is working. It was actually a few inches shorter than my original, but the hoses and connections were at the same distance from the top, so I was able to use existing drain pipe and did not need to modify. Mine didn't have the connection to the dishwasher, so I may modify that later, but for now, this works. Saved me the time and money of calling a plumber. Also kept the same drain attachments, so was much easier to install. Basically just connected electrical and screwed it back in same way I unscrewed it.
Thank you sir. I do DIY projects myself and always come to youtube for the best tutorials. My new disposal is up and running because of you. Keep up the good work!
burrhead! You got me through it! Thank you so much. I didn't have to read a single word of the microscopic instructions with my almost 45 year old eyes. Thank you!
This is EXACTLY what I needed to see. I turned on my Badger 5 (20+ years old) to hear just the "hummmmm" sound, but no motor rotation. Did the 1) impeller rotation check with the 1/4" allen wrench (didn't fix it), and the 2) red button reset (didn't fix it), and so was on to 3) replacement. I have zero problems with paying a pro for this sort of thing if I'm not sure I'm capable of the repair. OTOH, if I know (I'm admittedly not the handiest, but can do a few things) that the procedure is something I can do, and will not electrocute myself, or cause a Noah style flood, I'll look at vids like this and do it myself. This Badger 5 replacement looks doable for me, and Lowe's has the new Badger 5XL's in stock! Looks like my afternoon is planned out for me... Thanks for the great tutorial!
thank you for the reply. Admittedly, I did something dumb. Here it comes: I had forgotten and then went back to the video (WHILE it was already mounted) and did knocked it out. Now: the dishwasher works but the dishwasher cap is stuck inside the garbage disposal and I cannot feel it even when I turn it off (and yes... I do disconnect the fuse)... so ... Tomorrow I have to take it down again. Stupid mistake indeed.... but I will persevere!!!!! your video is awesome by the way...
Great video and instruction. Our disposal went to heaven awhile back and I have been nervous about putting a new one in. Not any more. Off to Lowes. Thanks so much. Continued success. Love PegEgg
I have the same model and it is seized up inside. I tried using the allen wrench thinking it was jammed but it turns freely. The motor just hums but doesn't turn so it must be jammed in some other way. I'll be replacing it all, even the mounting hardware as it's all rusty so thanks for adding those steps too! 😉👍
Thank you so much. Not much of a handyman around the house but I try. Your video was amazing. Compared to trying to read manual, your video was to the point. Amazing! Thank you!
Thank you for that very helpful video!!! I’m a visual learner so that saved me a tremendous amount of time!!! Really appreciate you taking the time to make this video! Have a blessed day!!!
Nice work. The romex clamp that holds the romex wire in place is VERY important. If it gets pulled out you have a Live/Hot wire near water fixtures. You must use a clamp and screw down tight. People always knock shit around under the Kitchen sink.
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video. Very detailed and easy to follow step by step instructions. The camera work is great 👍 I subbed and hit the like button Thanks again.
Great video, just replaced my InSinkErator5 with a 500 in about 20 minutes. Thanks for the great video, saved us from waiting two weeks for a plumber to show here.
Thank you so much for this video. I was intimidated by this project and your video gave me the confidence to do it. With your guidance I was able to do it easily and stress free. I appreciate this so much. Cheers, man!
Excellent video! Being a female I Had no clue as to how to replace my disposal, but using this video I believe I can do it myself and not have to call anyone. Thank you so very much for making an excellent video
Thanks for the great vid instructions. Not an easy mount, but made it happen. Used a five gallon bucket prop to get it close. Not sure if you called this out - when connecting the dishwasher hose, make sure the carburetor clamp is on the "teeth" of the insert coupling. Common thought is to push the hose in and clamp it as close to the base as possible. Missing the insert coupling teeth may allow water leakage. Previously, I had a plumber repair my dishwasher line and fixed this up (Drew on my knowledge of outdoor sprinkler poly repair. Crimp clamps also go on the teeth, not against the base. Much higher pressure and sooner or later, sure to blow off if not properly secured).
the portion that dan says it is not required is actually a safety precaution against electric shock. I keeps the cord from moving and getting cut on the metal. You can leave it out if you want but dont be surprised if one day that wire is cut.
Thanks for the good video. Showing a more sequential process might have resulting in a shorter video. But when you do these kinds of jobs it's a good idea to watch the video first so you don't run into the same problems. So two good lessons here
Thanks I was able to replace badger 5 with new badger 500 from home depot. Only thing I had to buy again from store was the connector between the dish washer line with the badger inlet. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for the video. I would just add that I'm 98% sure that the Romex Connector IS required by the electrical code. That makes no difference when its a DIY that won't be inspected. Even so, it can help to keep the wire from being chaffed . Generally not a big concern but the home inspector will catch it if you go to sell the house. FWIW I am a retired contractor
I just bought a house, and the garbage disposal is leaking so I’m replacing it. There was no clamp and the inspector never looked at the garbage disposal closely. I guess I should’ve hired a different inspector! Definitely using a clamp for the replacement.
Thank you - very helpful and step by step information Mine just crapped out last night and leaked all over the floor. Not Cool !! But I know after watching your vid a few time, I can do it myself Merry Christmas
Lol you made getting the locking rings lined up look insanely easy. Mine has never been that easy. I'm stuck down on the floor on my back looking up into the cabinet trying to awkwardly hold the disposal with one hand and turn the ring with my other. I've had to walk away from it several times due to frustration.
Dude....thank you very very much! This video helped out TREMENDOUSLY and it was much better and to the point over the other 2 videos I watched first lol. You the man 🤟
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This was one of the best "how to" videos that I have seen on TH-cam. All of the steps were clearly described and the video shots were close enough to tell what was actually going on at each step.
been thru 3 of them allready, they leak just after warranty ends, using another brand now
@@mff7819 The big box store seems to only carry that brand, but I agree that they should last longer.
I agree! I have to replace mine in the next few days and this video was great. My biggest concern is the electrical stuff.
@@pantx0 Glad to hear it helped
@@mff7819 i just bought the 15ss 3/4hp from Lowes. 7 year warantee!!
Thanks for sharing your experience and uploading the video! Yesterday, I removed and replaced a leaky garbage disposal. The removal was easy; the replacement was more difficult than expected. I had a difficult time mounting the new garbage disposal to the existing mounting bracket. I got so frustrated that I stopped and searched TH-cam and found your video. You made mounting it look so quick and easy so I went back and vowed to get it attached so I wouldn’t have to call an installer. I ended up cutting up my fingers on the sharp edge of the mounting bracket, but I somehow got it mounted. The only things that I did diffidently was I plugged the new trash disposal before mounting it to make sure it worked and I used the included garbage disposal wrench to loosen and tighten it (instead of using a screwdriver). Again, thanks for the video!
Glad you got it installed. Fingers heal for free, once you pay the plumber, that money doesn't come back!
Thanks for the tip I'll use gloves during my install!
Back in the 70's I was an appliance serviceman for 5 years. I removed several old leaking garbage disposers and replaced them with new ones. The first rule of working on any appliance is to ALWAYS disconnect the electrical power before beginning disassembly of ANY appliance. One particular rule I never broke when working on a disposer was to NEVER run a disposer motor dry with no water running into the grind chamber! WHY? I'll tell you: every disposer has a two piece seal above the top of the motor to prevent water from leaking into the motor and bearings. Running a disposer dry can damage the seal faces (even new ones), ruin the seal and cause water to leak into the motor itself. Should the seal leak, water frequently seizes up the motor bearings (especially the top bearing) and cause the motor to hum but not turn. This usually causes the motor protector to shut the disposer off to protect the motor from electrical overload. IF water drips or runs thru the bottom end bell of the motor, it is a sure sign the motor seal has failed, and the seal (or disposer) needs to be replaced. If you have to hire a contractor or appliance repairman to do the job, the labor cost of replacing the seal may well be more expensive than replacing the entire disposer, as many disposers are less than $200. My disposer just failed (profuse seal leakage) and I intend to buy an identical replacement disposer for $100. Since all the plumbing is the same, it will be faster, easier and cheaper than replacing the leaking seal. Moreover, once a motor seal leaks, there will most likely be bearing and motor damage from internal corrosion.
How does running it dry damage seals?
@@joshuasmith1215 Seals have two separate parts that mate together. One half is a relatively soft carbon ring attached to a rubber boot with a spring inside. The bottom of the boot presses into a well in the bottom of the grind chamber. The other half of the seal is a hard ceramic ring. It usually presses into a small rubber ring which in turn presses into the underside of the grind wheel, which rotates to shred the contents you place in the grind chamber. The two seal faces... the carbon face against the ceramic, are pressed together by the spring in the rubber boot. The mating faces of both the carbon and ceramic are polished to seal perfectly when the new disposer is assembled at the factory. The carbon seal is much softer than the ceramic and when the disposer is turned on, the ceramic face spins against the stationary carbon seal. There is no lubricant on the seal faces... they are dry. So when the disposer is turned on the motor spins at nearly 2,000 RPM's. This generates friction and heat between the seal faces, which can destroy the carbon face of the seal. Running water into the chamber before turning on the disposer helps keep the seal faces cool and acts as a minor lubricant as well. Be sure to turn off the disposer before turning the water off to insure the seal does not run when dry. A good rule to follow is "water on, disposer on, disposer off, water off". Hope that explains why a disposer should never be turned on and run dry.
is the failure of the bearing seal the 90+% reason that disposals leak?
@@arkrainflood Yes, in most cases. The other possibility is the grind chamber itself. Cheaper disposer chambers are made of painted steel (sheet metal). Over time the paint inside the chamber will wear off, exposing the steel to corrosion. Acidy foods as well as hard foods or accidental foreign objects like spoons, knives, and other metal objects (yes, that does happen) will wear or erode the chamber until a pinhole leak begins. Eventually the water will leak into the top of the motor with the same result as with a leaking seal. So those are the two things in the vast majority of disposers that can cause problems in the motor.
Note: Instead of using the screw driver to turn the mounting bracket, use the allen wrench that came with it, makes it much easier.
I used the special wrench and the disposal came right off in literally 2 seconds.
Thanks for the video. I just installed my 3rd in my lifetime. I could not for the life of me get the new one to connect to the old connector, I puttied and put the new one on and was glad I did it, the putty was pretty bad. Connecting the new disposal and wiring was a snap but lordy, taking the rings off and putting the new one on to the connector was a beast and had to take several breaks. Make sure that ring is 100 percent on. I was tightening the screws to the connector and bamb! Flew off like a projectile as the ring got pushed off!! These disposals are heavy so if you have a portable car jack like others have mentioned....use it! I used a pot and paint can to rest mine in between hoists. As a 66 year old lady, found my upper body strength is zilch but I did it!
Thanks helped solve major headache. I changed my disposal and afterwards my dishwasher wouldn't drain. I couldn't figure out the issue until I saw your video. I didn't punch out the drain plug. Your video saved me an unnecessary plumbing bill....lol Thx
Awesome stuff man 👍
The G.D at home started leaking as well and my dad usually handle that kind of stuff but since pops is no longer around I’m the next man for the job so who best to teach me than TH-cam and the marvelous teachers like yourself. Thank you 🙏
This video is the best I have seen on how to do a home project. Thank you so much for helping me not to have to redo the installation because I skipped a step. Thank you so very much.
FYI the Badger 5 and Badger 500 are the EXACT same. The Badger 500 is simply " Home Depots" designation. Great How to video. Just changed my disposal out myself!
I just followed your video. It was spot on. No issues, no surprises. I really appreciate the attention to detail. Home Depot wanted $189.00 to perform the install. Thank-you and keep up the good work.
Glad I could save you $190, hope you can do something fun with it!
I have no experience in any kind of plumbing but I managed to swap out my garbage disposal by watching this video. Thank you!
You helped me replace my Badger garbage disposal tonight! Thanks!
Great video showing everything needed to remove and reinstall the new disposal. Great step by step with good angles and lighting on the video--very helpful! You saved me $80 getting a plumber in to do it. :)
Glad it helped!
Thank you for taking the time to teach me. I didn't have a clue, now I can install a new garbage disposal. Thanks again!
Great video! I’ve never replaced a garbage disposal so I really appreciated the step by step instruction. The hardest part was definitely snapping the housing ring back into place. I had to take a break.
Me too, like 5.....
Loved and appreciated this video. I would add that sometimes it's necessary to "assist" the removal of the initial ring with a couple of taps from a hammer to get it moving once it's been on their tight for a number of years, nearly 20 in our case! Thanks again.
Just replaced mine right now. Had the same brand as shown in this video. Directions were right on! Saved myself $200 in labor costs from plumber. Thanks brother!
This is the clearest & simplest of all videos on installing or replacing Badger & Kenmore disposers
Thank you. Watching this video gave me the willingness to install our new disposal.. I did it. I hate plumbing 😅Again thanks
Hi! Just wanted to say thanks. Replaced mine last night using your video. You directions were super clear and helpful. Thanks again!
I just replaced mine today after watching this video. Your instructions were excellent. And it worked like a charm. The only difficulty I had was Actually lifting it into place. It’s very heavy so I had to put a box underneath it to hold it in place while I turned the collar.
Yup, that part of lifting the new disposal into place was difficult for me too, until I got something to prop under my elbow to help hold up the disposal while I tightened the flange.
I'm using a simple device called Doctor Disposal got it on Amazon for $14.
@Ho Bukac Thanks for the idea to use a car jack, I just replaced mine this afternoon and with the car jack it was very easy!
Thank you so much for giving me the confidence to do this! Got it installed with minimal issues.
This was such a well done video, good audio, great narration (no ums, you know, ah), clear camera angles, that I could see you getting 10x the views. Keep these how to videos coming.
That was a good tutorial that saved me the installation fees. Coupled with the fact that I bought my new InSinkErator Badger at a steep discount at the online discount store splakes mitzen, I am a happy camper.
This is an awesome video. I just replaced mine and this video made it easy to do. My previous disposal lasted about 13 years.
Excellent - very clear and thanks for not assuming prior knowledge for us novice handy homeowners. Thanks again for your time and excellent details!
Thanks for posting this! My erator started leaking yesterday and yours was one of the videos that broke the process down in simple terms and gave me the confidence that I could handle this job.
Lifesaver. One of the best DIY guidance videos I have found. Kudos!
Thanks for the tutorial. I just now installed the same unit. Your video helped a lot. The ring ended up being pretty easy to deal with.
in about 7 years I've changed 2 Badger 5 and 1 Badger 500, They all self destructed conveniently after the warranty. They were all corroded and started leaking badly. Finally made the move to a Waste King with Stainless Steel internals and 2 years later not one issue. And I paid less on Amazon for the Waste King.
Very Interesting, good to know
Thank you so much, I was having such a problem until you showed me exactly how to do the counterclockwise movement.
Glad the video could help!
Made my project today much easier than it would have been otherwise. Thanks for this video.
Thank you for the step by step video. It gave me the direction and confidence to complete the job myself. Appreciate your help.
Thanks! I had never installed one before (I always paid a plumber to do it), your video gave me the courage to save myself some serious bucks! Everything went smooth! Thanks again for sharing!
Just installed this same until yesterday , didn't replace that ring ! Working great , did that wiring and a way we go . Great video thanks.
Yep. This worked for me. I didn't even need to watch it all the way through, just past the parts that I wasn't sure of. And my new Badger 5 is working. It was actually a few inches shorter than my original, but the hoses and connections were at the same distance from the top, so I was able to use existing drain pipe and did not need to modify. Mine didn't have the connection to the dishwasher, so I may modify that later, but for now, this works. Saved me the time and money of calling a plumber. Also kept the same drain attachments, so was much easier to install. Basically just connected electrical and screwed it back in same way I unscrewed it.
Thank you sir. I do DIY projects myself and always come to youtube for the best tutorials. My new disposal is up and running because of you. Keep up the good work!
burrhead! You got me through it! Thank you so much. I didn't have to read a single word of the microscopic instructions with my almost 45 year old eyes. Thank you!
Glad you were able to do it! Cheers not not needing to read instructions!
Great video, used it as a refresher course, after this not something you do every year. Saved me lots of time.
Thanks a lot. Followed you step by step. One of the few handyman projects I didn’t have to do over.
This is EXACTLY what I needed to see. I turned on my Badger 5 (20+ years old) to hear just the "hummmmm" sound, but no motor rotation. Did the 1) impeller rotation check with the 1/4" allen wrench (didn't fix it), and the 2) red button reset (didn't fix it), and so was on to 3) replacement. I have zero problems with paying a pro for this sort of thing if I'm not sure I'm capable of the repair. OTOH, if I know (I'm admittedly not the handiest, but can do a few things) that the procedure is something I can do, and will not electrocute myself, or cause a Noah style flood, I'll look at vids like this and do it myself. This Badger 5 replacement looks doable for me, and Lowe's has the new Badger 5XL's in stock! Looks like my afternoon is planned out for me...
Thanks for the great tutorial!
I watched your well explained video and my installation went smoothly, much thanks for posting. 👍🏾
Great installation video. Everything well lighted and clearly explained. Thank You.
thank you for the reply. Admittedly, I did something dumb. Here it comes: I had forgotten and then went back to the video (WHILE it was already mounted) and did knocked it out. Now: the dishwasher works but the dishwasher cap is stuck inside the garbage disposal and I cannot feel it even when I turn it off (and yes... I do disconnect the fuse)... so ... Tomorrow I have to take it down again. Stupid mistake indeed.... but I will persevere!!!!! your video is awesome by the way...
Thank you for this. Gave me the confidence to do this on my own
This was actually a pretty easy installation. Thank you for the video. Only thing different was my power line had no ground what's so ever lol.
Great video and instruction. Our disposal went to heaven awhile back and I have been nervous about putting a new one in. Not any more. Off to Lowes. Thanks so much. Continued success. Love PegEgg
I have the same model and it is seized up inside. I tried using the allen wrench thinking it was jammed but it turns freely. The motor just hums but doesn't turn so it must be jammed in some other way. I'll be replacing it all, even the mounting hardware as it's all rusty so thanks for adding those steps too! 😉👍
Thank you so much. Not much of a handyman around the house but I try. Your video was amazing. Compared to trying to read manual, your video was to the point. Amazing! Thank you!
Thank you for that very helpful video!!! I’m a visual learner so that saved me a tremendous amount of time!!! Really appreciate you taking the time to make this video! Have a blessed day!!!
You're very welcome!
Nice work. The romex clamp that holds the romex wire in place is VERY important. If it gets pulled out you have a Live/Hot wire near water fixtures. You must use a clamp and screw down tight. People always knock shit around under the Kitchen sink.
Actually securing the NM or MC cable is REQUIRED by the NEC National Electrical Code to be installed with the appropriate connector.
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video. Very detailed and easy to follow step by step instructions. The camera work is great 👍
I subbed and hit the like button
Thanks again.
Great video, just replaced my InSinkErator5 with a 500 in about 20 minutes. Thanks for the great video, saved us from waiting two weeks for a plumber to show here.
Let me add my thanks along with all the others who are grateful for this video.
I did it! Thanks to you, my friend - I saved $197 plus tax on this job! My wife thinks I got plumbing skills now..😳
That is great, glad you were able to flex your skills for your wife!
I'm with Dan White, I've watched a lot of various how-to videos on YT and this has got to be one of the easiest to follow. Well done sir!
That's Awesome, I love hearing that, glad it was something that could be helpful to you!
Thanks, this was helpful... especially the wiring and reconnecting the new unit to the sink.
Thank you man, very informative. I am doing the same exact job right now, but I will replace the drainpipes along with it.
Thank you so much for this video! My replacement worked without a hitch. Awesome instruction...keep up the great work!
I just changed my garbage disposal! This video was awesome! Thanks a bunch. Saved me a lot of money.
Glad you got to save money!
Very nice presentation-smooth and seamless. Now let's see if I can do it half as well! Thank you!
I am sure you will be able to!
Thank you so much for this video. I was intimidated by this project and your video gave me the confidence to do it. With your guidance I was able to do it easily and stress free. I appreciate this so much. Cheers, man!
That is great to hear, I'm glad you got it done!
Excellent video! Being a female I Had no clue as to how to replace my disposal, but using this video I believe I can do it myself and not have to call anyone. Thank you so very much for making an excellent video
you can do it!
Thank you so much!! You just saved my husband and I $150!! :))
Did it!! Watched step by step and it's done. Thank you so much!! Amazing.
Thanks for the great vid instructions. Not an easy mount, but made it happen. Used a five gallon bucket prop to get it close. Not sure if you called this out - when connecting the dishwasher hose, make sure the carburetor clamp is on the "teeth" of the insert coupling. Common thought is to push the hose in and clamp it as close to the base as possible. Missing the insert coupling teeth may allow water leakage. Previously, I had a plumber repair my dishwasher line and fixed this up (Drew on my knowledge of outdoor sprinkler poly repair. Crimp clamps also go on the teeth, not against the base. Much higher pressure and sooner or later, sure to blow off if not properly secured).
the portion that dan says it is not required is actually a safety precaution against electric shock. I keeps the cord from moving and getting cut on the metal. You can leave it out if you want but dont be surprised if one day that wire is cut.
Thank you. I was able to change my garbage disposal thanks to this video.
Thank you so much for doing this video. I also appreciate the comments below. There were some good tips offered.
Thank you for this tutorial! I now feel emboldened to do-it-myself THANK YOU!!
Thanks for the good video. Showing a more sequential process might have resulting in a shorter video. But when you do these kinds of jobs it's a good idea to watch the video first so you don't run into the same problems. So two good lessons here
Good thing for people like you. Mine is busted/leaking. Now I think I know what to do.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH! I 100% agree with Dan White! This video was SOOO easy to follow and showed EXACTLY how to do it, step by step!
Glad to hear it helped!
Great video and the steps are clear and visual enough to see what is going on.
I probalby saved a good $300 just by watching this video. Thanks for the detailed removal/install!!
Thanks I was able to replace badger 5 with new badger 500 from home depot. Only thing I had to buy again from store was the connector between the dish washer line with the badger inlet. Thanks for the video.
Glad I could help
Thanks for the video. I would just add that I'm 98% sure that the Romex Connector IS required by the electrical code. That makes no difference when its a DIY that won't be inspected. Even so, it can help to keep the wire from being chaffed . Generally not a big concern but the home inspector will catch it if you go to sell the house. FWIW I am a retired contractor
I just bought a house, and the garbage disposal is leaking so I’m replacing it. There was no clamp and the inspector never looked at the garbage disposal closely. I guess I should’ve hired a different inspector! Definitely using a clamp for the replacement.
It's required, so I'll add the 2% to your 98% and make it 100%.
So glad I found this. My InSinkErator just gave out after 12 years! I hope to post an "I did it!" comment in the next few days.
Can't wait!
Did you do it
@@Danny-jb6pg No, I tweaked it and it worked. I used that curved wrench and reset it.
Awesome DIY video .. I need to get this done tomorrow morning. I feel like a Blackbelt in garbage disposal replacement already ... 😁
Go for it!
Tip of the hat to you, fella. Replacement complete. Great tutorial!!
Incredibly helpful to watch this before I start.
You are awesome dude! Thx for giving me the confidence to do this project! God bless ya! ;)
Thank you for the video. First time replacement. Awesome job!
Thanks for this video - it made the change out much easier to do!
Hi Burr,
Excellent video. Thank you for posting it.
Perfect. Just the info I needed. Thanks!
Perfect demo. It helped me to install without any difficulties.
Thank you. Very instructive. Just what I was looking for.
Thank you - very helpful and step by step information
Mine just crapped out last night and leaked all over the floor.
Not Cool !!
But I know after watching your vid a few time, I can do it myself
Merry Christmas
Thanks, your vid got me through the installation. Appreciate it!
Lol you made getting the locking rings lined up look insanely easy. Mine has never been that easy. I'm stuck down on the floor on my back looking up into the cabinet trying to awkwardly hold the disposal with one hand and turn the ring with my other. I've had to walk away from it several times due to frustration.
Thank you for this!!! I have the exact one you do and need to replace mine. I’m gonna give it a go and hopefully I’ll get it installed myself.
Glad it could help!
How did it go for you??? Im thinking of doing it myself also.
Thank you! With your help it was a success.
Outstanding! Exactly what I needed! Thank you, sir!
Thanks so much - I have to replace mine today during covid lockdown and after watching this I think I can do it!
I did it and it works!
thank you!! you helped make my job a lot easier!
I see the previous installation the person used clear silicone instead of plumber's putty.
=:-o
Good on you for doing the new job right!
Thanks man just did mine perfect! Thanks to you! Appreciate it!!!!
Dude....thank you very very much! This video helped out TREMENDOUSLY and it was much better and to the point over the other 2 videos I watched first lol. You the man 🤟
Glad it could help you!
Gonna attempt this tomorrow with your video playing in the background! Wish me luck!
you will do great!
Perfect video, just what I needed. Saved me so much time. Thanks!