Kenmore 72785 User's Manual
Contents
1. 1 Slide nut A over discharge tube B pushing nut over elbow into position see Figure 11 1 The sup plied discharge tube has a beveled end to match the discharge outlet Do not use supplied washer or gasket for this installation Screw nut onto threaded outlet and tighten with adjustable phers DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN Rotate disposer so that discharge tube is aligned with drain trap To prevent leaks do not pull or bend discharge tube to drain trap if discharge tube is too long cut off as much of tube as necessary with hacksaw make sure cut is straight and clean If discharge tube is too short you can purchase an extension from a hardware store Disposer must remain in vertical position to prevent vibration Place P trap nut then beveled washer not supphed cn boc cf gachar tute and tighten on drain trap If you have a double sink use separate drain traps for both sides 5 Ensure lower mounting ring is still securely locked over ridges on mounting flange OO PO Threaded Straight Discharge Installation Although the Discharge Tube installation is prefered if a straight discharge tube is to be connected to the disposer follow the steps below NOTE f existing straight discharge tube lines up with discharge outlet you may use tne nut A and the flanged gasket B to make the connection rather than cutting the end of tube as described below see Figure 11 2 t With a hacksaw cut off flanged end of straight tube remov2. J Dishwasher Inlet K Discharge Outlet C Wrenchette A WARNING Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury e Sm PAL TA aE PTY FE EEEN AEE ALA PO E EE A B ESR TEE I A A D EE E ME a ose Discharge Assembly 1 M Nut N Beveled Discharge Tube 1 1 1 2 Diam O Beveled Washer P Flanged Gasket OR Discharge Assembly 2 M Bolt N Discharge Tube 1 1 2 Diam 2 O Flange P Gasket CAUTION Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or F moderate injury 12189 fa fe ec 6010 6012 aaa e fa 6011 6013 2sa 6 Ja J e a AUNE o gt Disposer Height Distance from bottom of sink bowl to centerline of discharge outlet Add 1 2 when stainless steel sink is used C Distance from centerline of the discharge outlet to end of discharge tube D Disposer Width E Distance from disposer vertical centerline to centerline of P trap connection F Centerline of disposer discharge to centerline at waste pipe entering wall Dimension F must be greater than 1 4 to prevent standing water in n disposer 60552 If replacing an existing disposer skip ahead to Instruction 6 lf this is a first time installation continue with Instruction 2 DISCONNECT SINK DRAIN sindicalas Batch Fes Model 1 Loosen nut A at top of P trap with pipe wrench see
3. TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED Slotted Screwdriver Adjustable Pliers Plumber s Putty Electrical Tape TOOLS MATERIALS AND ACCESSORIES YOU MAY NEED Phillips Screwdriver Drain Auger 3 8 Electrical Clamp Connector Wire Nuts 2 Second 1 1 2 Drain Trap Read through the entire Installation Care amp Use manual before installing the dis poser Determine which of the tools materials and accessories you will need before you begin Make sure you have all necessary disposer parts before install Hammer Hacksaw Water Hose Clamp Pipe Wrench Copper Ground Wire Dishwasher Drain Connection Kit Air Gap Electrical On Off Switch Drain Tube Extension ing the disposer see part identification diagram below pL ETE ne EP La SIONAL TTT ST A TON TT IL LR NLT EN EG TN CT TIRES TR T TM ME SI OS TENET MERIT PT A EA OO ED LM NN RAE PY TELAT NN E NSTI aT Ma TR TR nF AS RG SL STI EO gt Mounting Assembly A Stopper B Sink Flange C Fiber Gasket D Backup Ring E Mounting Ring F Screws 3 G Snap Ring es Dama a arr TEA ERISA PL TOT TY s SAFETY SYMB GEOL SIE e ES EA A DANGER ET T OLS Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or Serious injury ASR SOE 2 AN PI ATTN 8S TAPIA aA E ah TL RE IE PPh PS A EE RS A A AAD La CTT SN ITD ME A apa EEA a ETA HA iil STD Disposer H Mounting Gasket Splash Baffle Lower Mounting Ring
4. Cord Connected Units This appliance must be grounded In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outiet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances _ Personal Injury Do not position your head or body under dis unit could fall during installation 1 Position disposer with three mounting tabs A aligned in position to slide over mounting tracks B see Re ere ee ne eR Figure 10 1 10 1 2 Lift disposer insert top end mounting gasket into mounting assembly and turn lower mounting ring to right with wrenchette or screwdriver until mounting tabs lock over ridges C on mounting ring tracks see Figure 10 2 MAKE SURE ALL THREE MOUNTING TABS ARE LOCKED OVER RIDGES Dis poser will now hang by itself Determine the appropriate installation based upon previous installation or plumbing configuration Threaded Discharge or Bolted Discharge Property Damage a 49 9 Do not use thread sealants or pipe dope they may harm the disposer and Bee cause property damage Threaded Discharge Tube Installation If replacing existing disposer remove and discard existing discharge tube Unit will not seal properly with old discharge tube
5. Figure 2 1 2 Loosen nut B at top of extension pipe Remove extension pipe 3 Loosen nut C at base of sink flange if nut is corroded or too tight apply penetrating lubricant 4 Push sink flange up through sink hole and remove it See Figure 2 2 5 Clean sink flange area of any putty or other debris 20 DISASSEMBLE NEW DISPOSER 7 MOUNTING ASSEMBLY i Insert wrenchette or screwdriver into one mounting lug and hold lower mount ing ring securely with one hand see Figure 3 1 With your other hand turn mounting assembly counterclockwise to remove mounting assembly from lower mounting ring 2 Turn mounting assembly over see Figure 3 2 and loosen three mounting screws A until you can access snap ring B 3 Use screwdriver to pry snap ring off of sink flange Mounting assembly will now come apart A1 INSTALL FLANGE IN SINK HOLE 1 Roll 1 4 pound 4 oz of non hardening plumber s putty to make 3 4 thick rope to seal around sink flange 2 Apply putty evenly around sink hole see Figure 4 1 3 Press sink flange slowly but firmly into sink drain hole to seat evenly on putty see Figure 4 2 Use screwdriver or putty knife to scrape all putty from edge of sl hole Do not use plumber s putty on any other disposer connection it may harm disposer and cause property damage You may wish to place a weighted object in the sink to hold the sink flange in place Place a towel under abject in sink to prev
6. knockout drain plug should only be removed if you are connecting a built in dishwasher to the disposer NOTE If the dishwasher connection is made without removing the plug the dishwasher may overflow Connections must comply with local plumbing codes Remove Knockout Plug 1 Lay disposer on its side and insert screwdriver into dishwasher inlet so tip rests on outer edge of knockout plug 2 Tap end of screwdriver handle with hammer until molded plug breaks loose see Figure 8 1 3 REMOVE LOOSE KNOCKOUT PLUG FROM INSIDE DISPOSER Attach Dishwasher Drain Connector if your dishwasher drain hose ts 7 8 diameter go to Instruction 9 if your dishwasher drain hose ts not 7 8 diameter you must attach a dishwasher drain connector to the dishwasher drain inlet Follow the installation instructions with the connection kit You will connect the dishwasher drain hose to the CONNECT DISPOSER TO ELECTRICAL SUPPLY DANGE Electric Shock e Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician e This disposer must be properly grounded e Do not attach ground wire to gas supply pipe e Disconnect power before installing or servic
7. other rights which vary from state to state This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 EG SUIT LER SINAN SST ANCES A ONESIES EE SSN TRI OU RIEL OT 5 z mememe ea eee e ames e e e e e es m om f NIAS 1 800 469 4663 Para m servicio de reparaci n a domicilio 1 800 676 5811
8. 12 gauge wire with 20 Amp circuit Connect Disposer to Electrical Supply Ground Disposer Follow these instructions to direct wire the disposer If adding a cord and plug follow the directions included with the cord and plug 1 Remove electrical cover plate from bottom of disposer and pull out black and white wires see Figure 9 1 DO NOT REMOVE CARDBOARD INSULATION SHIELD 2 Run electrical cable through access hole A on bottom of disposer with 1 2 conduit or 3 8 flex and secure with clamp connector 3 Strip wires back approximately 1 2 inch Connect white neutral electrical wire to white disposer wire and black hot electrical wire to black disposer wire may have colored stripe with wire nuts see Figure 9 1 Insulate wire connections with electrical tape and push connections into disposer housing without displacing cardboard insulation shield Do not reinstall electrical plate until disposer is properly grounded Once the circuit you are using is grounded at the service panel attach the ground wire to the green ground screw B in the electrical cover plate opening and secure the electrical plate C see Figure 9 1 Grounding instructions for Direct Wired Units This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance Grounding Instructions for
9. ammable items such as rags waste disposer do not put the following into a disposer Ciam or paper or aerosol cans near disposer Do not Store or use oyster shells caustic drain cleaners or similar products glass china gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in vicinity or plastic large whole bones metal such as bottle caps tin cans of disposer or utensils hot grease or other hot liquids on Bis i A A F B n RE E AAN ate A EE PENG Thine eee eee facial E a a Ey a een ERD a a T eee aS mites Sass 4 2 eR AR ate mw may i AE re ae eens te Ba Oren Siete Sees r E NR ROBESON meg TRE IEEE ce ESPON SEEN R A oo RT SPER a EE ERE oe SAE E E S RR ae Oe Ca TE T aah YAS ete oS AIRE te A ET IN Se ore ALE Ae Nath I ek Pra eR va oe N RANA TEANA ae RIES UE rar ea hee race ee enn yagi r T mer a as Lee IRS pans OEA B F cee AE CONTINUOUS FEED DISPOSERS 1 Remove stopper from sink opening and run strong flow of cold water 2 Turn on wall switch to start disposer 3 Slowly insert food waste into disposer and position stopper to minimize possible ejection of material while grinding see Figure A 4 After grinding is complete turn disposer off and run water for at least 15 seconds to flush drain line BATCH FEED DISPOSERS Batch feed disposer differ from continuous feed models in that the batch feed on off switch is built into the disposer and activated by the stopper See Instruction 1 nstallation Dimensions chart for m
10. e the grind chamber and then feed the peels in gradually can cause property e Grind peelings from citrus fruits to Don t grind extremely fibrous materials like corn damage Manufacturer freshen up drain smells husks artichokes etc to avoid possible drain cannot be held responsible Use a disposer cleaner degreaser blockage for property damage as a or deodorizer as necessary to e Don t turn off disposer until grinding is completed result of water leaks relieve objectionable odors caused and only sound of motor and water is heard aa ae cop by grease build up e Don t be alarmed if a brown discoloration appears on the face of the grinding disc This is normal Itis surface discoloration only and wili not affect the life or performance of the disposer Pistia Oe ee CLEANING DISPOSER Over time food particles may accumulate in the grind chamber and baffle An odor from the disposer is usually a sign of grease and food buildup caused by insufficient water flow during and after disposer use 10 cigan disposer 1 Turn off disposer ard disconnect power supply 2 Reach through sink opening and clean underside of splash baffle and inside upper lip of grind chamber with scouring pad 3 Place stopper tn sink opening and fill sink halfway with warm water 4 Mix 1 4 cup baking soda with water Turn disposer on and remove stopper from sink at same time to wash away loose particles RELEASING DISPOSER JAM If the motor stops during ope
11. ent scratching Reference Figure 5 1 for part identification 1 Working from under sink slip fiber gasket and 4 Tighten three mounting screws up to sink metal backup ring over sink flange until mounting assembly is seated tightly 2 Holding fiber gasket and backup ring in place and evenly against sink slip mounting ring over sink flange soit seats Placing a thick wide rubber band around against backup ring the sink flange above the snap ring oo oe 3 With fiber gasket backup ring and mounting groove may help hold parts in place while a ring tight to s n Soton slide snap ring cnto installing snap ring Remember to remove Screws eat ae sink flange until It pops into groove on flange rubber band after snap ring is installed Snap Ring CD If you are replacing an existing disposer go to Instruction 6 If this is a first time installation skip ahead to Instruction 7 S REMOVE EXISTING DISPOSER Electric Shock Turn off electrical power at fuse e Disposer must be grounded box or circuit breaker before Improper connection can removing electrical cover plate result in electric shock Personal Injury e Do not position your head or body under disposer unit could fall during removal or installation 2 Disconnect drain trap from dispose waste discharge tube with saiietable pliers see Fig 6 1 Also disconnect dishwasher drain connection if required 3 Support disposer with one hand and insert e
12. ide metal flange over Straight discs 3 35 oTe not supplied install rubber gasket onto discharge tube and secure metal flange and straight discharge tube to disposer with one bolt 12 CONNECT DISHWASHER DRAIN IF APPLICABLE Connect the dishwasher to the disposer through an air gap A Most dish washer manufacturers recommend that the discharge water runs through an air gap to prevent backflow and or dishwasher contamination Ensure knockout plug is removed see Instruction 1 Plumbing connections must comply with loca plumbing codes 9 side of the installed disposer containing important information in the event service is required 1 if you have a 7 8 diameter dishwasher drain hose use a hose clamp to attach the drain hose to the dishwasher inlet Verify that hose you are using is rated for dishwasher use If you have already attached a dishwasher drain connector to your dish washer drain hose for drain hose other than 7 8 diameter use a hose clamp to attach the drain hose connector to the dishwasher inlet on the disposer Figure12 1 Detach perforated portion of specification decal from lower portion of disposer 2 Apply decal to disposer where it can be easily read The disposer installation is complete Using the stopper fill the sink with water Remove the stopper turn disposer on and check under sink for leaks Read ALL SAFETY INSTRUC TIONS on the next page before operating the dispose
13. ing as little as possible 2 With tapered side of beveled washer toward disposer slide nut A and beveled washer C over straight tube see Figure 11 3 3 Rotate disposer allowing straight tube to slide into discharge outlet a minimum of 1 2 past edge of outlet Disposer must remain n vertical position to prevent vibration 4 Tighten nut with adjustable pliers to secure discharge tube DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN 5 Ensure lower mounting ring ts still locked on mounting flange Bolted Discharge Tube Installation 1 Slide metal flange A over discharge tube B see Figure 11 4 2 Rubber gasket C must be Installed on top end of discharge tube Secure metal flange and discharge tube to disposer with bolt D 3 Rotate disposer so that discharge tube is aligned with drain trap To prevent leaks do not pull or bend discharge tube to drain trap If discharge tube is too long cut off as much of tube as necessary with hacksaw make sure cutis straight and clean If discharge tube s too short you can purchase an extension fram a hardware store Disposer must remain in vertical position to prevent vibration 4 Place P trap nut then beveled washer not supplied on bottom of discharge tube and tighten on drain trap If you have a double sink use separate drain traps for both sides 5 Ensure lower mounting ring Is securely locked over mounting flange ridges Although the supplied Discharge Tube s preferred a straight discharge may be used Sl
14. ing dis poser e If three prong grounded plug is used plug must be inserted into three hole grounded receptacle e All wiring must comply with local electrical codes e Do not reconnect electrical current at main service panel until proper grounds are installed There are two ways to connect electrical power to your disposer 1 Direct wire 2 Plug in cord installed at factory or from Kenmore Kit 60686 for all models listed in this manual Disposer Circuit Requirements Ensure the following electrical requirements are met before connecting disposer to switch see Figure 9 1 for typical direct wired electrical circuit diagram Remove fuse or open the circuit breaker before connecting disposer to circuit e Batch feed disposers do not require a separate wall switch switch is built into disposer and disposer is wired directly i into circuit e If junction box is used connect the junction box to the switch on a separate 15 or 20 Amp 115 Volt circuit with the appropri lf you install a double receptacle to handle other small kitchen appliances include a wall switch in disposer receptacle circuit and wire other receptacle directly to power source This disposer requires a switch with a marked Off position wired to disconnect all ungrounded supply conductors installed within sight of the disposer sink opening 1 HP mini mum rating ate cable Use 14 gauge wire with 15 Amp circuit and
15. nd of wrenchette or screwdriver into right side of one mounting lug on lower mounting ring see Figure 6 2 Lift disposer slightly and loosen lower mounting ring by pushing or pulling wrenchette or screwdriver to left until disposer is free from mounting assembly Disposer may be heavy provide support 4 With electrical supply turned off turn disposer upside down and remove electri cal cover plate see Figure 6 3 Loosen green ground screw and remove wire nuts see Figure 6 4 Disconnect disposer wires from electrical supply wires Loosen screw s on electrical clamp connector and remove wires from disposer if the new disposer mounting is the same as old one remove mounting assembly from disposer Instruction 3 and go to Instruction 7 e If the new disposer mounting is different from the old one or you wish to replace the old sink flange you must complete Steps 5 6 below and Instructions 2 5 then continue with Instruction 7 5 Loosen three mounting screws pry snap ring off with screwdriver and remove old mounting assembly see Figure 6 5 Some mounting assembly removal requires additional tools 6 Push old sink flange up through sink hole see Figure 6 6 Use screwdriver or putty knife to scrape all old putty from edge of sink hole Failure to clean sink drain line may result in drain line blockage 1 Remove P trap 2 With drain auger clear all hardened waste material in horizontal drain line The
16. odel reference 1 Read important safety instructions contained in the Installation Care amp Use manual 2 Remove stopper from sink opening and place food waste into disposer grind chamber Do not pack chamber with waste Place stopper back in sink opening Run a strong flow of cold water 3 Turn on disposer by lifting stopper slightly and turning to left or right until disposer starts See Figure B Seal Completely in Drain Lift 1 4 inch and turn Start Turn fully left or right ae 4 After grinding is complete turn disposer off by removing the stopper and allow water to run for at least 15 seconds to flush drain line DO DON T e First turn on a moderate to strong Don t pour grease or fat down your disposer or any flow of cold water and then turn drain It can build up in pipes and cause drain on the disposer Continue running blockages Put grease in a jar or can and dispose cold water for 15 seconds after in the trash nen grinding is completed to flush the Don t use hot water when grinding food waste It A CAUTION drain line is OK to drain hot water into the disposer between ee a e Grind hard materials such as small grinding periods Regularly inspect disposer bones fruit pits and ice A scour Don t fill disposer with a lot of vegetable peels all at and plumbing fittings for ing action s created by the par once Instead turn the water and disposer on first water leaks as water leaks ticles insid
17. r When using electric appliances basic precautions are always to be followed including e Read all instructions before using the appliance e This product is designed to dispose of norma household e To reduce the rish Gr ayury Close Supervision is required when an food waste inserting materials other than food waste appliance is used near children into disposer could cause personal injury and or property e Do not put fingers or hands into a waste disposer damage l ie e Turn the power switch to the off position before attempting to cleara To reduce the risk of injury do not use the sink containing jam removing an object from the disposer or pressing reset button the disposer for purposes other than food preparation such e When attempting to loosen a jam in a waster disposer use the self as baby bathing or washing hair service wrenchetie or a long wooden object such as a wooden spoon Do not dispose of the following in the disposer paints or the wooden handle of a broom or mop solvents household cleaners and chemicals automotive When attempting to remove objects from a waste disposer use a fluids plastic wrap or whole corn husks long handled tongs or pliers For a disposer that is magnetically e Replace anti splash baffle when worn to help prevent entry actuated use nonmagnetic tools or ejection of material and water To reduce the risk of injury by materials that are expellable by a e FIRE HAZARD Do not store fl
18. ration the disposer may be jammed To release jam 1 Turn off the disposer and water 2 Insert one end of the self service wrenchette into the center hole on the bottom of the disposer see Figure C Work the wrenchette back and forth until it turns one full revolution Remove wrenchette Figure C 3 Reach into the disposer with tongs and remove object s Allow the disposer motor to cool for 3 5 minutes and lightly push red reset button on the disposer bottom see Figure 5 C If the motor remains inoperative check the service panel for tripped circuit breakers or blown fuses N KENMORE FOOD WASTE DISPOSER WARRANTY Model 60552 Three Year Full Warranty Model 6010 One Year Full Warranty Model 60553 Five Year Full Warranty Model 6011 One Year Full Warranty Model 60554 Seven Year Full Warranty Model 6012 One Year Full Warranty Model 60556 Nine Year Full Warranty Model 6013 One Year Full Warranty Model 60559 Five Year Full Warranty Model 60562 Four Year Full Warranty Model 60563 Five Year Full Warranty For the duration of the warranty from the date of purchase Sears will repair or replace free of charge defects in material or workmanship which appear in this disposer WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search