Unit shuts off and will not restart for several minutes even when humidity is high.

Safety: No internal repair is needed for normal delay; for overheating, unplug before inspection.

Steps:

• Understand delay: Many Gree units include a 3–5 minute restart delay to protect the compressor. This is normal.
• Ventilation: Ensure adequate space around the unit and clean the condenser coil to prevent overheating.
• Overload check: If the unit shuts off after a short run and stays off for a long time, the compressor overload may be tripping. Inspect and replace the compressor overload protector if faulty.