Wrap the leaking tube connection location on the badger 1 with plumber s tape then reconnect the tubes to the disposal.
Badger 5 1 2 hp garbage disposal leaking.
But just like any other garbage disposal unit out there you have to expect certain problems to pop up eventually.
Bought my insinkerator badger 5 1 2 hp model 5 75 about four years ago.
You can do this by filling the sink with water and adding some food coloring to it.
The insinkerator badger 5 1 2 hp continuous feed garbage disposal features a quick mounting system that allows for easy installation or replacement of most disposers.
Take a bottle of food coloring the brighter the better and place a few drops in the sink of water.
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Place a bag a small garbage can or a bucket underneath the sink to collect any leaking water.
As part of its wide ranging line of garbage disposals insinkerator positions the 1 2 horsepower badger 5 as a basic household model that focuses on consistent performance and durability.
Turn the garbage disposal off completely and unplug the unit.
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If it is leaking down the sides you will need to determine exactly where it is coming from.
This garbage disposal also features a 1 2 hp motor that rapidly grinds food waste for easy rinsing down the drain.
This garbage disposal also features a 1 2 hp motor that rapidly grinds food waste for easy rinsing down the drain and galvanized steel grind components.
It is now leaking from the bottom of the disposal in several places.
Like someone else posted i was going to try to replace with the same model to make things a little easier to hook back up but after reading about everyone else having the same problem with this same.
The badger 5 series of garbage disposal units from insinkerator are a reliable and functional choice when you re looking to save on costs.
Turn on the water and fill up the sink a little less than half full.