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    Jan 4, 2013, 09:40 AM
    Air gap in Maryland
    I live in Anne Arundle County Maryland and am replacing my old dishwasher which is 18 years old. Do I need to still use an "air gap" between the dishwasher and disposal?
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    Jan 4, 2013, 09:52 AM
    Do I need to still use an "air gap" between the dishwasher and disposal?
    Yes you do! Either a counter top air gap or a high loop air gap, (see image) Over the years we have had no complaints on a high loop. We can't say the same thing for counter top air gaps.
    Good luck, Tom
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