Clean and Deodorize your Garbage Disposal
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By cleaning your garbage disposal it will last for years to come. Follow these tips regularly for a clean, working, deodorized disposal.
1. Make sure the unit has been turned off.
2. Look down the drain for any large, stuck items. Don’t stick your hands in the disposal. Use tongs or another tool to fish items out.
3. Prepare a mixture of ice cubes and salt (or vinegar) and pour it down the drain. Run cold water over it for 10 seconds and then turn the unit on.
4. To deodorize, place a handful of citrus peels in the disposal, run cold water and turn it on.
You can also pick up disposer care products at most appliances and home and hardware stores.