Step 2: Removing the Old Unit. Next, loosen the hose clamp on the dishwasher discharge hose and pull the hose from its fitting. To undo the drain crosspiece, loosen the bolts that bind the drain flange to the disposer.
Definition of flank for English Language Learners. : 1  the area on the side of an animal (such as a horse) between the ribs and the hip. : 2  the right or left side of a military formation. : 3  the side of something.
at right angles from a shaft, pipe, machine housing, etc., as to strengthen it, provide support, or enable attachment of objects. [1425â75; late Middle English flaunche side charge (on shield face) < Middle French flanche, feminine derivative of flanc flank] flangeâ²less, adj.