Home Improvement Products ECO CRUSH 400 Guide

ECO CRUSH 400 FOOD WASTE DISPOSER
OPERATION AND INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
NOTE：ThisFood WasteDisposer has been designedto operate with your appropriate
householdcurrent exclusively. Using any other voltage or Hz adversely affects performance.
IMPORTANT：Read all instructionsthoroughly.Keep this guide for reference.
CAUTION：Be sure to review INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OR FIRE,ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSON before using disposer.,
RECORD IMPORTANT DISPOSER INFORMATION HERE
Model Number：Serial Number：
*Above information appears on the label affixed to bottom of the disposer. For your convenience,write
down the model and serial number prior to installation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING –When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. Read all instructionsbefore using the appliance.
2. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when an applianceis used near
children.
3. Do not put fingers or hands into a waste disposer.
4.Turn the power switch to the off positionbefore attempting to clear a jam or remove an object from
the disposer, and pull out the plug.
5. Whenattempting to loosen a jam in a waste disposer, use a long wooden object such as a wooden
spoon or the wooden handle of a broom or mop.
6. Whenattempting to remove objects from a waste disposer use long-handledtongs or pliers.
7. To reduce the risk of injury by materials that may be expelled by a waste disposer, do not put the
following into a disposer: caustic drain cleaners or similar products; glass, china or plastic; large whole
bones; metal, such as bottle caps, tin cans, aluminum foil or utensils; hot grease or other hot liquids.
8. Whennot operatinga disposer,leave the stopper in place to reduce the risk of objects falling into
the disposer.
9. DO NOT operate disposerunless splash guard is in place.
10. For proper groundinginstructions see the ELECTRICAL CONNECTION portion of this manual.
11. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replacedby the manufacturer, its service agent, or
authorizedperson in order to avoid hazard.

1. REMOVAL OF OLD UNIT
TYPICAL INSTRUCTIONS, YOUR MODEL MAY VARY.
NOTE: If you have no existing unit to remove, simply take out you waste (plug) and proceed to
Section 2
Before starting this step, turn off electrical power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Unplug
disposer.
If your old mount is the same type as the mount on your new disposer, just reverse the assembly
instructions found in section 3. If your new mount system is different,follow these instructions:
A. Use a pipe wrench to disconnect drain line where it attaches to disposer discharge elbow (see 1A).
B. Remove disposer from sink flange by turning mount ring to the left clockwise (see 1B).If you are
unable to turn the mount ring, tap on one of the extensions from the ring with a hammer. Some
mounting systems have tubular extensions. Inserting a screwdriver into one tube will provide
additionalleverage for turning the mount ring (see1B). Some disposers may require the removal or
looseningof nuts from the mount screws (see 1C). Some disposers may require the removal of a
clamp.
Caution: Be sure to support the disposer while performing this step or it may fall when the
mounting ring is disconnected from the mounting assembly.
C. To remove remaining mount system from the sink, loosen mount screws, push mount ring up.
Under it is the snap ring. Remove mount ring, protector ring and gasket from sink flange. Some
mounts will require the unscrewing of a large ring holdingthe sink flange in place. Pull sink flange up
through sink and clean off old putty from sink.
D. Remove existing waste (plug) from you sink unit
IMPORTANT: This is a good time to clean out the trap and drain lines by running a
drain auger or plumber’s snake before installing your new disposer.

2. INSTALLATION OF MOUNTING ASSEMBLY
PLEASE READ COMPLETELY BEFORE STARTING
NOTE: Pay close attentionto the order of mount assembly parts, as they have been correctly
assembled by the factory (see 3A).
Also, reference the cushion mount detail in illustration3G for the proper positionof the
cushion mount.
NOTE: Try practicing this assembly before you get under the sink to get the “feel” of how the
parts fit together.
A. Disassemble mount assembly from disposer by turning mount ring to the left (clockwise) and
remove.
B. Raise mount ring toward top of sink flange. Remove cushion mount. Remove mount ring.
You may want to practice installing the cushion mount at this point before you are under the sink. See
paragraph H. Also see the “Important Notice: Cushion Mount Detail.”
C. Unscrew support ring from sink flange and remove fiber gasket. You are now left with sink flange
and rubber gasket.
D. The rubber gasket is used instead of plumbers putty with stainlesssteel sinks. Other sinks may
require putty.
E. If no putty is used, insert sink flangethrough rubber gasket into sink opening.Do not rotate sink
flangeonce it is seated.
F. If you use putty instead of the gasket, form a ring around underside of sink flange (see 3D). Insert
flange into sink opening,press down hard to squeeze out excess putty. From under sink;
trim off excess putty flush with bottom edge of sink opening.
G. From underneath sink, slip fiber gasket onto exposed sink flange. Witharrows pointing up, screw
support ring onto the sink flange,hand tighten until the sink flangewill not move. At this point you may
want to insert stopper in sink and fill with water to check sink flange seal and ensure there are no
leaks.
H. Place mount ring over sink flange and hold in place while installing cushion mount (large side
down) so the groove on the insideof cushion mount fits over lip on sink flange, similar to puttingthe lid
on a plastic container(see 3E, 3F & 3G). Please read important notice below.
The disposer must be installed so that the reset button is readily accessible.

SUPPORT RING (ARROWS POINTING UP)
IMPORTANT NOTICE: CUSHION MOUNT DETAIL
Whenthe cushion mount is installedcorrectly, the lip of the sink flange fits into the groove on the inside
of the cushion mount and mount ring can be pulleddownward over cushion mount and will be free to
rotate. The bottom bead of the cushion mount acts as a gasket between the bottom of the sink flange
and the top of the disposer. See illustration3G

3. ATTACHING DISCHARGE ELBOW
A. Connect waste disposal elbow to the disposer (see 5A),
- Please note the direction of the gasket before removal.
- Remove the rubber gasket
- Fit the mounting over the elbow
- Replace the gasket the correct way as removed
- Secure the elbow to the disposer and secure it using the screws provided.
B. If you are connectingto a dishwasher, go to section 5. If not, connect bottom of the elbow by
tighteningthe slip nut (see 5B).make sure all plumbing connections are tight and in accordance with
all plumbing codes and ordinances. Run water and check for leaks
4. CONNECTING DISPOSER TO MOUNT ASSEMBLY
A. Line up disposer under mounting assembly. Guide hopper projections into mount ring slots. Turn
mount ring about 1/4” to right so that disposer is temporarily supported (see 6A).
B. Turn mount ring and disposer until disposer elbow lines up with trap (see 6B).
C. Turn mount ring to the right (counter-clockwise) until it reaches the locking position as shown (6D).
Hopper projections must be to extreme left of mounting slots (see 6C & 6D).
D. If mount ring is hard to turn, you may add a small amount of petroleum jelly or liquid soap to hopper
projections. Run water and check for leaks.

5. DISHWASHER CONNECTION
If you are utilizinga dishwasher, complete the following procedure
A. Using a blunt instrument (steel punch or wooden dowel), knock out entire plug (see 2A). Do not
use a screwdriver or sharp instrument. (When knockout plug falls into disposer, you may remove it or
grind it up when the disposer is used)
This will not damage the disposerin any way, but may take some time to grind.
B. Connect dishwasher hose (see 2B) using hose clamp. Make sure all plumbing connectionsare
tight and in accordance with all plumbing codes and ordinances.Run water and check for leaks.
6. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
A. Connect disposer to appropriatehousehold current only.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED WITH THE APPLIANCE IF IT WILL NOT FIT THE OUTLET
HAVE A PROPER OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
B. This appliancemust be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, groundingprovides a
path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped
with a cord having an equipment-groundingconductor and a groundingplug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriateoutlet that is properly installedand grounded in accordancewith all local codes and
ordinances.If the supply cord is damaged it must be replacedby the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

7. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Anti-Jam Swivel Impellers make a clicking sound as they initially swing into place. This
indicates normal operation.
A. Remove sink stopper. Turn on a medium flow of cold water.
B. Turn switch to ON position;,or push your air switch button. Your motor is turningat full speed and
ready to use.
C. Scrape in food waste. Down the drain go table scraps, peelings,rinds, seeds, pits, small bones and
coffee grounds. To speed up food waste disposal, cut or break up large bones, rinds and cobs. Large
bones and fibrous waste require considerablegrindingtime and are more easily thrown away with
other trash. Do not be alarmed that the disposer slows down while grinding. The disposer is actually
increasingtorque (grindingpower) and is operatingunder normal conditions.
D. Before turning disposer off, let water and disposer run for approximately 15 seconds after
shreddingor grindingstops. This assures that all waste is thoroughly flushed through trap and drain.
E. It is not recommended to use hot water while running disposer.Cold water will keep waste and fats
solid so disposer can flush away particles.
8. TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL OPERATION
A. Be sure disposer is empty before using your dishwasher so it may drain properly.
B. You may want to leave the stopper in the drain when not in use to prevent utensils and foreign
objects from fallinginto the disposer.
Your disposer is ruggedly built to give you many years of trouble free service. It will handle all normal
Food wastes, but it will NOT grind or dispose of such items as plastic, tin cans, bottle caps, glass,
china,leather, cloth, rubber, string, and aluminum foil or feathers.
9 . CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LUBRICATE YOUR DISPOSER!
The motor is permanently lubricated.The disposer is self cleaning and scours its internal parts with
each use. NEVER put chemical drain cleaners into the disposer, as they cause serious corrosion of
metal

10. TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS
11. TROUBLESHOOTING
Before seeking repair, we recommend that you review the following:
LOUD NOISES: (Other than those during grinding of small bones and fruit pits): These are usually
caused by accidentalentry of a spoon, bottle cap or other foreign object. To correct this, turn off
electricalswitch and water. After disposer has stopped,remove splash guard, remove object with long
handled tongs, and replacesplash guard.
UNIT DOES NOT START: Unplug power cord or turn either the wall switch or breaker box switch to
“OFF” position, depending on your model and wiring configuration. Remove stopper and/or splash
guard. Check to see if turntablewill rotate freely using a wooden broom handle. If turntable rotates
freely, replace splash guard and check reset button to see if it has been tripped. Reset button is red
and located on the front of the disposer. Push button in until it clicks and remains depressed.
If reset button has not been tripped, check for shorted or broken wire connectingto disposer. Check
electrical power switch, fuse box or circuit breaker. If wiring and electrical components are intact, the
unit may have internal problems that require service or replacement.
IF TURNTABLE DOES NOT ROTATE FREELY: Turn off disposer, then check for any foreign object
lodgedbetween the turntableand grind ring. Dislodge object by rotating table with a wooden broom
handle(see 9A) and remove object. If no foreign object is present, there may be internal problems.
LEAKS: If the unit leaks at the top, it may be due to:
1. Improper seatingof sink flange (gasket centering,putty or tightening).
2. Support ring not tightenedproperly.
3. Defective or improperly installedcushion mount.
If unit leaks at the waste elbow, leak may be due to improper
tighteningof elbow flange screws.
ECO CRUSH 400

11. AIR SWITCH INSTRUCTIONS
The Disposer Air Switch Assembly is supplied in three basic parts:
The Actuator which consists of:
1. Actuator Button
2. Actuator Nut
3. Actuator Outlet(BlackThreaded portion)
The Air Switch Sensor is installedinto disposer. Only the air tube nozzle is visible from the outside of
the disposer.
Air Tube Assembly which consists of:
1. Air Tube-Clear
2. Sensor Inlet
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The actuator button can be positionedanywhere to suit. If your sink is reversibleand has a tap blanking plug
then the actuator can be fitted onto the sink itself.
Alternatively you may wish to fit the actuator to the undersideof the cabinet, out of sight, or onto the kitchen
worktop.
To fit it into the kitchen worktop, you will need to do the following:-
- Drill a hole of 33mm to 35mm into the sink or countertop where the Actuator Button (#1) is to be placed.
- Insert from the top, the Actuator Outlet through the drilled hole.
- Firmly connect Air Tube (#4), one side to Actuator Outlet (#3) and one side to Sensor Inlet (#5).
Once fitted, operating couldn’t be easier:-
Plug Disposer Power Cord(#6) into main electrical service.
To turn on disposer, press Actuator Button (#1). To turn off, press Actuator Button again.