Garbage disposal will not turn on unless the reset button is pressed each time

Safety first: Turn OFF power at the breaker before inspection.

• Check for overheating causes: Ensure you are not overloading the Everbilt disposal and that you always run cold water during operation.
• Inspect wiring and connections: Verify that the power cord or hardwire connections are tight and not discolored or burned. Loose connections can cause heat and nuisance tripping.
• Confirm correct circuit: The disposal should be on a properly sized circuit (typically 15–20A). Undersized or shared circuits can cause low voltage and overheating.
• If reset trips repeatedly with light loads: The internal overload protector is failing. Because it is not serviceable, replace the Everbilt disposal.