- 1). Run the garbage disposal to clear any food from inside.
- 2). Cut a lemon or lime into quarters. Put the quarter inside the garbage disposal.
- 3). Turn on the tap to the hottest water possible. Turn on the garbage disposal and let it run for about one minute.
- 4). Turn off the garbage disposal. Lift up the rubber flaps and wipe each one with a rag and soapy water. Rinse the flaps with clear water.
- 5). Pour ½ cup of baking soda down the disposal if the smell remains. Follow this by pouring ½ cup white vinegar into the disposal. Let the vinegar and baking soda sit in the disposal for at least five minutes.
- 6). Turn the tap on to the hottest water possible and flush out the disposal for 30 seconds.
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