is the black rubber thingy at the top for the disposer removable or permanent?
139330
I assume the black thingy you are referring to is the rubber gasket between the disposal and the flange that also partially covers the drain opening. It can be replaced if it wears out (you can buy an insinkerator brand gasket from HomeDepot), but you need to unhook the disposal from the drain to do it. It is not a "quick release" type.
139331
It is. But i wouldnt recommend it for operation. You will have water and waste flying everywhere. You may have to give it a twist to get it loose, however, from experience once it's loose, it may always be loose and make it difficult to keep in place when putting food down the disposer over time.
789570
gosh - my garbage disposer is the same kind I have had in many other places (I moved around a lot while in school). the stopper goes ALL the way into the actual opening and completely plugs the drain and is very easy to remove - sorry I was not more help:)
1016776
I believe that it is permanently attached and only comes apart at the hose. Exactly which part is it that you are wanting to replace? I have replaced the wings and the rubber suction part and that comes off easily.
666928
The internal black plastic rim that functions as a strainer when you pour, is not removable from the top to my knowledge. But I have to admit, I've never tried to separate the two. I assumed it was one piece.
1272563
Yes, it is removable, but the "2 nubs" don't appear too sturdy, so I would not make a point of taking it off. BTW, along that line, the Pause-n-Brew mechanism on the basket broke within a few months, and while Hamilton Beach might have covered a replacement under warranty, they require the buyer to pay shipping charges both ways. It was going to cost more to have them replace the basket than I paid for the coffeemaker. I could probably buy a new filter basket via Ebay or Amazon for much less.
324356
I did not order a dishwasher connector when I ordered the garbage disposer. However, after I removed the old connector I decided it was best to replace it because it was old and the rubber was becoming brittle. I bought one at the local hardware store and it was less cost than the one on Amazon. If in doubt-- replace.
473456
Yes, it is removable. I didn't know this until you asked. Just went out and popped it off and replaced it with no difficulty. In fact, there is an operation warning embossed on the motor housing beneath the rubber piece, so obviously they assume you will see it.Been using mine daily since the beginning of April and when I removed this piece, the motor unit was completely clean underneath, so I don't believe it will be something that will have to be routinely removed, but nice that it can be in case of major mess that needs cleaning - haven't had one of those myself yet.
1866979
ok, thanks for responses! Bought 2 units for 2 sinks and neither package has directions, and plastic washers/seals, not rubber. That was my confusion. Looked at drains at Home Depot and they all had rubber seals. Apparently thinks were changed. Thanks.
296183
yes & is removable. I love it. Best deep fryer I have ever bought, next to the granpappy. I would recommend
1040956
If you are asking about the installation - I had my general handyman replace it and he had no problem at all with it. It has the same dimensions that my old one did. Since I just recently had this replaced and only use it when I use my dishwasher, the fact that it grinds up my lemon peel when I put it in, makes it durable for me. I don't normally use the disposal for food since I recycle to my worm bin. Would I buy it again, yes.
1706899
Eventually, the black rubber begins to disintegrate a little and form a dark edge. At that point, you'd want to discard the unit I think.. After several years I decided to toss mine because of the disintegration.
290226
It is the black snap in unit on the top. it does get dirty and you just wash it off.
402597
I actually have not tried to remove it. I believe it is supposed to be removable.
1658399
I'm not sure if it's removable, but we just connect the hose directly to the house spigot. The hose reeled around the holder hides the spigot. No big deal, nice, heavy duty hose holder.
1005698
It is removable but not an easy click..you need to remove a piece of screw at the back if you really have to take the lid apart.
1941283
Yes, very easy to remove. It just sits on top (or inside the drain), it isn't installed, so you can just pick it up when you don't want to use it.
1585387
I've never removed mine. Maybe just for cleaning purposes? You can't even tell it is removable. Works great.