Tweeny Weak or Nuisance-Tripping Overload Protector

Garbage disposal will not start unless the reset button is pressed every time

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Aging thermal overload, Borderline motor winding resistance, Overheating due to restricted ventilation, Internal PCB fault on reset circuit

Safety First: Disconnect power before repeated reset attempts.

Step 1 – Ensure no jam: Confirm the rotor spins freely with the jam-buster wrench.
Step 2 – Improve ventilation: Clear stored items from around the Tweeny unit to allow airflow.
Step 3 – Single reset test: Press reset once, restore power, and test with light load.

If the reset must be pressed before every use, the overload or motor is failing. Replacement of the disposal is the long-term fix.

Medium 3/5

Tweeny thermal overload protector

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