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    BruJan Posts: 38, Reputation: 1
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    Jan 31, 2015, 07:26 PM
    Can I use an outlet receptacle for either a dishwasher or a garbage disposal?
    Does a dishwasher or garbage disposal have to hard wired into a electric box or can they simply plug into a receptacle?
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    Missouri Bound Posts: 1,532, Reputation: 94
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    Feb 1, 2015, 08:30 AM
    It depends.
    If the manufacturer allows it as a method of installation it is OK. Failure to do what they instruct can void the warranty. In reality, I have seen more with plugs than hard wired, in both applications.
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    stanfortyman Posts: 5,598, Reputation: 279
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    Feb 1, 2015, 08:34 AM
    Both can be wired via cord and plug.
    Most disposals are wired this way, and more and more DWs are coming with cord and plug from the factory.
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