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Originally Posted by Joanh@wny.twcbc.com
My dishwasher turned on BT ITSELF yesterday! i unplugged it and it stopped, In the same outlet was my garbage disposal, which initially still worked fine...THEN the disposal started itself and now both [vital] appliances are unusable.
i need a reasonably priced electrician ASAP - or a psychic!!
Any recommendations?
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Your post is very confusing. Typically, the dishwasher is hardwired, not plugged into an outlet. The disposal is plugged into an outlet with a wall switch to turn it on and off. These two appliances are usually on separate 20 amp circuit breakers. I don't understand how the disposal could run if the wall switch is off. Did you check the electrical panel to see if the circuit breakers are not tripped? Also, the problem could be that your dishwasher is defective, in which case, an electrician will charge you for a service call, but will probably not be able to repair it. You will need an appliance repair technician. And, if the disposal is broken, you will need a plumber.
I would suggest that you have a neighbor look at your situation to determine who you need to call.