If you take it apart, then you can figure on throwing it away, because you will never get it together again without leaks. Just use a stick or bar and rotate it counter clockwise. it will free up if the bearings are not frozen, and then remove the object inside it.: I have an Elkay unit and the motor hums and the breaker pops when I activate it. I cant find the troubleshooting guide on how to take apart. Any thoughts are appreciated.Thanks