Can I keep part of a security deposit for a broken garbage disposal.

[Gina Cabell]

I had a brand new garbage disposal installed in my rental property 2-3 years ago.  I recently had a mid term renter call me last month to tell me that it was broken.  When he moved in, I gave him written instructions not to put large food items down the sink.  He just moved out.  Can I charge his security deposit for the broken garbage disposal?