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• Steps
• Advice
• Warning

The kitchen waste incinerator is a great device to get rid of food crumbs in no time. Despite its self-cleaning function, the garbage disposal machine sometimes requires your attention and attention to stay in good condition and prevent odors. This article will guide you step-by-step on how to safely clean your garbage disposal and effectively deodorize it, and provide some useful information on maintaining your machine.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Cleaning the garbage disposal

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   Manually remove the jammed objects. If there is a large object stuck in the waste cleaner, you will have to remove it before you start cleaning it. The first important thing to do is to disconnect the circuit breaker that supplies the power to the device. This is to make sure the machine does not turn on during cleaning. You can also disconnect the power from the bottom of the sink, depending on the design of the machine.
   • Use pliers or tongs to remove the jammed object (you may need to flick down the flashlight to see clearly), be careful not to damage the device.
   • If possible, avoid reaching into the garbage disposal as much as possible. If you need to use your hands, you must check carefully to make sure the machine will not start unexpectedly. Be careful because the blade of the machine is very sharp.

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   Water flush. Just rinsing in will remove loose dirt or dirt. Close the sink stopper, spray a little detergent and turn the hot water running into the sink to 5-10 cm. Remove the stopper and turn on the garbage disposal to let the water drain.
   • Be sure to use hot water instead of cold water, as hot water will dissolve the grease in the drain and go away.
   • This method of flushing the drain hose is much more effective than just turning on the running tap, as the entire garbage disposal machine is flushed and carried with the accumulated debris.

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   Use ice cubes and salt. Crushing ice and salt in the waste dispenser is a great way to remove dirt and debris from the blender. Pour 2 cups ice cubes into the garbage disposal, then add 1 cup of salt ice.
   • Turn on the garbage disposal, turn on a little more cold water and let the mill ice and salt.
   • An alternative to ice cubes and salt ice is to freeze white vinegar into ice cubes and crush it in a garbage disposal.
   • In addition to cleaning the machine, the stone crushing method also sharpens blades and removes unpleasant odors.

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   Scrub with an old cleaning brush or toothbrush. You can clean the inside of the waste cleaner with an old toothbrush or a toothbrush designed for the garbage disposal. If possible, remove the strainer above the drain hole first for easy viewing and easy brushing. advertisement

Part 2 of 3: Deodorizing

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   Use citrus peels. A natural and very effective way to clean the garbage disposal and give a nice kitchen smell is to grind a handful of citrus peels. Any citrus fruit works - oranges, lemons, grapefruits. The citric acid in the peel will clean the blades and deodorize them.
   • Following the citrus peel, you can add some spices, rosemary or lavender essential oil for a more refreshing fragrance.

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   Use baking soda and vinegar. Baking soda and vinegar are a great match to fight off odors. Sprinkle half a cup of baking soda into the drain, then pour another 1 cup of white vinegar. The mixture will bubble and bubble. Leave on for 5-10 minutes, then rinse with very hot or boiling water while the machine is on.

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   Wash the garbage disposal with a little bleach. Bleach is very effective at killing germs and quickly makes the drain clean again. However, you should not use a lot of bleach, as it can harden the grease in the garbage disposal and make it difficult to clean.
   • Dilute 1 tablespoon of chlorine bleach solution with 4 little water and slowly pour it into the machine.
   • Leave the bleach in the machine for 1-2 minutes, then turn on the hot water for a few minutes to rinse it off.

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   Use borax. Borax is a safe and natural cleaning product that you can use to clean your garbage disposal and reduce odors. Simply pour 3-4 tablespoons of borax in the machine and let it sit for 1 hour, then rinse with boiling or very hot water. advertisement

Part 3 of 3: Maintenance for you to destroy garbage

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   Use only biodegradable food waste in the garbage disposal. The first rule of thumb in the use of a garbage disposal is to avoid putting anything that is not biodegradable in the machine. The garbage disposal is not a trash can, and it would be disastrous if you use it to dispose of inappropriate things. You can reduce damage and reduce cleaning time by grinding only biodegradable food waste. Things you should avoid putting in the garbage disposal include:
   • Fiber like onion peels, corn cobs, citrus and celery. These can be wound on the motor, so you should compost them instead of putting them in the garbage disposal.
   • Starchy substances such as potato peels. Starch can form a thick powder that sticks to the blades in the machine.
   • Foods that can be enlarged like rice or noodles. These can enlarge in the water and clog drainage holes. Coffee grounds can also clog drains.
   • However, you may Crush trash such as eggshell, fishbone or chicken bones, small fruit seeds, as these can actually help clean the garbage disposal.

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   Keep the waste incinerator running for a little longer each time you use it. A mistake many people make is to turn off the computer when there is no noise. However, you should let the machine run (while turning on the tap water) for a few more seconds after the noise has been reduced, as small debris may remain in the machine.

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   Avoid pouring grease down the drain. You should not put any oils, fats or fats in the waste dispenser. Oil and grease can build up in the machine, slowing down the motor speed and trapping in the tubing causing a blockage. You should try to wipe the grease off the pan and fryer with a paper towel before washing it.

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   Cut up food waste. You can prevent large chunks of food from getting stuck in the waste cleaner by cutting small pieces first. Things that usually have to be chopped up are fruits and vegetables or anything you think is difficult to dispose of in the garbage disposal. advertisement

Advice

• If the garbage disposal has trouble grinding the citrus peel, add a few extra ice cubes.
• You should avoid pouring oil down the drain hose. The oil causes food to stick to the wall of the tube and form deposits in the tube, causing water to drain slowly.
• When cleaning the garbage disposal, turn on the hot water tap and pour some vegetable oil or any other oil into the machine. Continue to let the hot water melt for about 10 seconds after you pour about cup of oil down. Then, you can pour the bleach down the drain and keep running for another 2 minutes.

Warning

• Be sure to disconnect from the power source of the garbage disposal before bringing your hands closer to the machine. The blades of the machine are very sharp, and you could suffer serious injury if the machine suddenly turns on while cleaning it.