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Questions and Answers for InSinkErator Badger 500 Standard Series 1/2 HP Continuous Feed Garbage Disposal

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Model #Badger 500

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  • Easy DIY Installation with the Quick-Lock Sink Mount
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Q:Drawing showing point of connection to drain. E.g. ?? in above base of disposer.?
by|Oct 3, 2023
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A:  Hi DonZ, thanks for contacting us. For your reference, please check out the product specs here: https://shorturl.at/gsvQ2. If you have other questions, you can reach out to us via: https://support.insinkerator.com/app/ask.

by|Oct 3, 2023
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    Q:Can you add an air switch to the badger 5 or 500
    by|Sep 30, 2023
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    A:  Thank you for your question, Rollie. Yes, you can on both models. Just make sure to purchase the power cord kit (model: CRD-00) if the unit you will purchase has no power cord included.

    by|Oct 2, 2023
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      Q:Can I hard wire the 500?
      by|Sep 30, 2023
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      A:  Hi Reni, thanks for reaching out! Yes, this unit can be hardwired.

      by|Oct 2, 2023
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        Q:How long it takes to install
        by|Sep 21, 2023
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        A:  Hello, thanks for your question, Khald. For DIYers, installing a new disposer would take 30 minutes to an hour. Check out our installation guide here: https://support.insinkerator.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/577.

        by|Dec 8, 2023
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          Q:why can't I find the model number on the receipt?
          by|Sep 20, 2023
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          A:  Dear Valued Home Depot Customer, to better answer your question, please contact our HD.com customer service department at 800-430-3376 call any day between 6 a.m. and 2 p.m. EST, or call your local store, they can either answer your question or transfer you to your local store to answer your specific question.

          by|Sep 26, 2023
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            Q:Does it have a dishwasher port?
            by|Sep 18, 2023
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            A:  Hello Carol! Yes, this unit has a dishwasher port. The information can be found on page 3 of the product manual here: https://tinyurl.com/464z3tph.

            by|Sep 23, 2023
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              Q:I have to replace my old Insinkerator from 1986 which just seized up, only makes a buzzing sound when powered on. The label says 333/SS 1/2 HP. How difficult is it to replace? Should I get a plumber for something this old?
              by|Sep 14, 2023
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              A:  Hi Justin, thanks for reaching out! Sometimes a buzzing sound is an indication of a jammed disposal. If you've already tried the troubleshooting steps here: https://support.insinkerator.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/515, and the unit is still buzzing, then it needs to be replaced. Installing an InSinkErator garbage disposal is a straightforward process for any handy person or plumber. The video on our installation videos page explains exactly what you need to do from start to finish, and there are also some comprehensive instructions that come in the box. Please check out this link: https://support.insinkerator.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/576.

              by|Sep 16, 2023
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                Q:Is this corded or non corded?
                by|Sep 13, 2023
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                A:  Hi Homeowy, this one does not have a cord included. Should you need one, we have a Power Cord Kit (model: CRD-00) available that contains all of the necessary parts to install a cord on an uncorded disposer.

                by|Oct 16, 2023
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                  Q:We currently have an Insinkerator Badger 5. Will it be an easy fix one t of the old and attach a new Insinkerator 500?
                  by|Sep 13, 2023
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                  A:  Lift & Latch made my installation a nightmare. It is 1000 times harder to align the discharge tube with this feature and the instructions and their website are no help for this.

                  by|Sep 18, 2023

                  A:  Thanks for your question, Alex. Yes, the Badger 5 and Badger 500 have the same attachment to the sink, and for the plumbing, if you're using a 90-degree elbow pipe, the tailpipe provided with the Badger 500 or new Badger disposer should line up with your current plumbing configuration without modification.

                  by|Nov 10, 2023
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                    Q:What is amp draw on 1/2 hp Badger garbage disposal
                    by|Sep 8, 2023
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                    A:  Hi Steve, thank you for your question. We recommend that disposers, whether wired directly or plugged in, be connected to a 15- to 20-amp circuit. Household disposers have a spike immediately upon start-up, lasting less than a second. Due to this spike, a 15- to 20-amp circuit is required, which meets the requirements for this brief load. Check out the full specs here: https://insinkerator.emerson.com/documents/badger-500-garbage-disposal-specifications-en-us-6233112.pdf

                    by|Oct 18, 2023

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