Garbage Disposal

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Is there any reason I can't hard wire a res kitchen disposal ?Or must it be cord and plug? Would a switch in a sink base count as a disconect?
 
Only requirement for the switch is that it be marked to indicate on/off. Non marked decora style switches are actually a violation, but if cord and plug connected then you still have the cord and plug as a disconnecting means.
 
Jerseydaze said:
Is there any reason I can't hard wire a res kitchen disposal ?Or must it be cord and plug? Would a switch in a sink base count as a disconect?
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There's no reason you can't wire it that way. However, in all probability you're not going to be the one servicing that disposal. That would mean a plumber or appliance service person will have to shut the switch off, unwire the unit and pull it out in order to work on it. Wouldn't it be easier to just cord & plug the unit so it can be removed easier to work on, not to mention relying on the ability of the plumber to properly and safely reconnect the unit ?
 
goldstar said:
There's no reason you can't wire it that way. However, in all probability you're not going to be the one servicing that disposal. That would mean a plumber or appliance service person will have to shut the switch off, unwire the unit and pull it out in order to work on it. Wouldn't it be easier to just cord & plug the unit so it can be removed easier to work on, not to mention relying on the ability of the plumber to properly and safely reconnect the unit ?
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Agree but then why do dishwashers and the like all not come cord and plug?

Leaving a service loop for a GD makes it so at least whoever has to unwire/wire it back up doesnt have to do so on their back inside a tight, cramped cabinet.
 
JFletcher said:
Agree but then why do dishwashers and the like all not come cord and plug?

Leaving a service loop for a GD makes it so at least whoever has to unwire/wire it back up doesnt have to do so on their back inside a tight, cramped cabinet.
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I always make them cord & plug for the reason I stated. Just thinking about the next guy who has to work on the unit. If you hard wire a GD or DW I believe you have to use a breaker lock unless you have a disconnect switch as the OP stated.
 
goldstar said:
I always make them cord & plug for the reason I stated. Just thinking about the next guy who has to work on the unit. If you hard wire a GD or DW I believe you have to use a breaker lock unless you have a disconnect switch as the OP stated.
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DW yes, unless there is a unit switch that disconnects all ungrounded conductors - but that is pretty unusual.

With the GD, how often is there not a switch within reach of the appliance? Now all one needs is to make sure it is indicating of whether it is on/off for it to qualify as the disconnecting means.
 
Almost always outlet. Typically I share with dishwasher and disposal. Outlet below sink. Makes it easy because usually the disposal and dishwash on site so i just put cord on and plumber can plug it in. Too many call backs for tripped breakers/doesn't work. Poor plumber electical skills. As far as dishwasher not having cord...does it have water supply line? Nope
 
keith gigabyte said:
Almost always outlet. Typically I share with dishwasher and disposal. Outlet below sink. Makes it easy because usually the disposal and dishwash on site so i just put cord on and plumber can plug it in. Too many call backs for tripped breakers/doesn't work. Poor plumber electical skills. As far as dishwasher not having cord...does it have water supply line? Nope
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They usually don't come with any dishes either:D
 
Wouldn't it be easier to just cord & plug the unit so it can be removed easier to work on, not to mention relying on the ability of the plumber to properly and safely reconnect the unit ?[/QUOTE]

The cord and plug leave you with more options. a definite clear disconnect when unplugged or a possible future pneumatic switch on the counter top etc.

In my area the standard is hardwired. I will usually leave a service loop for the plumber to work on the GD if needed.

The cord and plug leave you with more options. a definite clear disconnect when unplugged or a possible future pneumatic switch on the counter top etc.

If the plumber has to replace the GD there is no difference if he has to make a hard wired connection or reconnect a cord whip.
 
Knuckle Dragger said:
..If the plumber has to replace the GD there is no difference if he has to make a hard wired connection or reconnect a cord whip.
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I agree. I have no problem with an experienced plumber making up the electrical connections on a garbage disposal swap out.

On the other hand, I don't ever want an electrician touching my plumbing.
 
ActionDave said:
I agree. I have no problem with an experienced plumber making up the electrical connections on a garbage disposal swap out.

On the other hand, I don't ever want an electrician touching my plumbing.
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Isn't that some form of an oxymoron :?:p
 
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