Any peels, like apple for example, just stay in the disposer and I have to take them out by hand. Shouldn't it be able to handle apple peels? I know it's not recommended to put in potato peels, but I thought disposers should be able to handle most everything else. If it should handle apple peels and the like, can the problem be fixed?
2007-01-18 03:59:56 · 5 answers · asked by Stephen G. 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
We used to have the same problem, and replaced the disposal with a commerical grade disposal. It has a higher horsepower, and gobbles up anything it's fed. Well worth the increased price!
2007-01-18 04:19:51 · answer #1 · answered by Kris P 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just bought a garbage disposal from Sears last month (3/4 h.p.) & it handles fruit peels, potato peels, etc. I think it all depends on the size of your disposal. (how many horse power it is) You might try putting a tray of ice cubes in your disposal, turn it on, & the ice cubes will sharpen the blades. If your disposal still doesn't elimininate the peels, then the only thing to do is purchase one that does.
2007-01-18 04:14:05 · answer #2 · answered by Shortstuff13 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah you need a new one. When you replace it don't put any types of peeling in it and no rice! It will help in making it last longer. And throw in a cut up lemon so it doesn't stink.
2007-01-18 04:11:20 · answer #3 · answered by jessi 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mine deals with everything including t-bones (not that I do that, but it can handle it). When I remodeled my kitchen I put in a massive horsepower In-Sink-Erater with stainless steel parts. I figured overkill was better than regretting being cheap and I'm very glad I made that decision.
2007-01-18 04:10:51 · answer #4 · answered by Wurm™ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mine takes care of them fine. You might need a new one.
2007-01-18 04:05:27 · answer #5 · answered by Gummy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋