Why is my garbage disposal not working?

If your disposal is not working, first check to see if the breaker has tripped. The breaker will trip if something gets stuck in the grinding plate. If the breaker has tripped make sure the disposal is turned off or unplugged. Afterwards use an Alan wrench to insert into the hole in the bottom of the disposal and turn the grinder back and forth to get the object out. If there isn’t a hole at the bottom of the disposal take a wooden broom handle and go through the top of the sink drain. If the breaker has not been tripped. Look to see if the stopper start switch on the dishwasher has been properly installed. If your disposal doesn’t have the stopper start switch, check to see if the wall switch by is faulty. To check this, use an ohm’s meter. If the wall switch is good, check the safety switch, using an ohm’s meter. The safety switch protects the motor in case something jams. When you have checked all the items above, and the disposal is still not working, it could be a worn-out motor. If it is the motor, you will have to replace it. Remember if you need help with repairs you can go to RepairClinic.com to watch videos and order the parts you need.