Garbage Disposal Care and Maintenance

Do's

• Run cold water before, during, and after use
• Put food in gradually, not all at once
• Clean with ice cubes and salt monthly
• Deodorize with citrus peels

Don'ts

• No grease, oil, or fat — they solidify in pipes
• No pasta, rice, or bread — they expand
• No fibrous foods (celery, corn husks, artichokes) — they wrap around blades
• No bones, glass, or metal
• NEVER put your hand inside

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