Everbilt Thermal Overload Trip Due to Jam or Overload

Garbage disposal motor stops abruptly during operation and will not restart

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Possible Causes

Large or hard items jammed in chamber, Running too long continuously, Insufficient water flow, Motor overheating from worn bearings

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn OFF the wall switch and unplug the Everbilt disposal.

  • Allow cooling: Wait 15–20 minutes for the internal overload to cool.
  • Clear jam: Use the bottom hex socket with an Allen wrench to rotate the motor shaft back and forth. Remove any visible obstructions from the chamber with tongs.
  • Press reset: Press the red reset button on the bottom of the unit until it clicks.
  • Test with water: Restore power, run cold water, and briefly turn the unit ON. If it runs smoothly, resume normal use with smaller loads.
  • If it trips again quickly: The motor may be failing; plan to replace the Everbilt disposal.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Everbilt garbage disposal unit
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