Q: Why do faucets leak?

A: Leaks occur when seals inside the faucet become dirty or worn. Though you may choose to replace worn parts, replacing your old faucet with a new one can upgrade the look of your kitchen, bathroom or tub/shower decor and avoid further repair problems.

Q: Why do some faucets cost so much more than others?

A: Some faucets are simply made better than others with higher quality materials such as solid brass or a mixture of brass and plastic. There are also two different grades of brass, yellow brass and red brass with red being the most durable of the two. There is also a difference between brands on the quality of the internal parts used. All of these differences help to determine the superior levels of appearance, performance and durability.

Q: Can I replace my two-handle faucet with a single-handle faucet?

A: The answer in most cases is yes. Generally, faucet dimensions and sink openings are standard throughout the plumbing industry. There are few exceptions however, so it is a good idea to check sizes first.

Q: How should I clean polished brass faucets?

A: To remove dry water spots, use warm water and a soft, damp cloth. Never use cleansers that contain abrasives, harsh chemicals, alcohol or other solvents. To maintain the luster of your decorator faucet, occasionally apply a high quality automotive wax – making sure that it does not contain abrasives.

• Do not put your hand into the disposer.
• Do not put bones, metal or stringy material down garbage disposer.
• Keep hard objects out. This includes plastic, rubber & metal as well as bones & gristle unless your owner’s manual says you can put them down.
• Use a strong flow of cold water when grinding waste. The cold will help harden grease so that it doesn’t clog the disposer or drain line. The water flow will make sure the ground up waste passes into the sewer & doesn’t clog your drain lines.
• Leave the water running for a minute after you finish grinding.
• Do not use chemical drain cleaners in the disposer.

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Tips For Trouble-Free Operation From In-Sink-Erator Operating Your Disposer Run disposer along with a moderate to strong flow of cold water. Continue to run cold water for a few seconds after grinding is complete. Avoid using hot water when grinding food waste. It is OK to drain hot water into the disposer between grinding periods. Avoid pouring grease or fat into your disposer or drain. Standard Disposers (Badger® Series) (Evolution Series) (Evolution Excel) Everyday food waste scraps Vegetable Peels Avoid grinding large amounts at one time — gradually feed peels in while disposer and water are both running Fibrous Materials (Celery, corn husks, artichokes) Avoid grinding Avoid grinding large amounts Hard Materials (Bones, fruit pits) Avoid grinding large amounts Stop worrying about what food you can or can’t put in your disposer - - Use a disposer cleaner to relieve objectionable odors caused by build-up, or grind citrus fruit peels to freshen up drain area. Disposers may also be cleaned with Disposer Care®. This product is not sold by InSinkErator but is generally available in major home centers, hardware and grocery stores. For more information on Disposer Care®, contact Summit Brands at 1-888-476-6688 orwww.summitbrands.com.

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