National Home Inspector Exam Prep Podcast

06 - FOOD-WASTE DISPOSER

β€’ Charles Bellefontaine β€’ Season 6 β€’ Episode 6

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Uncover the essential inspection techniques for food-waste disposers in this practical episode. Learn about horsepower ratings, dedicated circuit requirements, and proper mounting ring installation. We cover pre-operation checks including visible electrical connections, strain relief requirements, and plumbing fitting configurations that prevent waste from backing up into adjacent sinks. Discover how to test operation safely, what sounds indicate problems, and how to identify thermal cutoff reset buttons and jam-clearing access points. Special attention is given to disposers installed at thin gauge metal sinks and the unique challenges they present.

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