If you are experiencing issues with your GE washing machine spinning stage, we’re here to help. This detailed guide covers different spin issues in GE washing machines and how to fix them. So, without wasting any more time, let’s get right to it…
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GE Washing Machine Not Spinning Or Draining — How To Fix
Your GE washing machine won’t begin the spin cycle unless all the water has drained out first. Here are the things that could prevent your GE washing machine from draining…
1. Blocked Drain Pump Filter (Front Loader Washing Machines Only)
To clean a blocked drain pump filter in your GE washing machine, do the following…
Step 1. Make sure your washing machine’s water and power supply is turned off in order to avoid water leakage and electrocution.
Step 2. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry out the little panel at the lower front section of your washing machine. Pull out the drain channel under the panel.
Step 3. Place a container under the drain channel to catch any water that is stuck in the washing machine.
Step 4. To control the quantity of water being released, turn the knob inside the drain channel counterclockwise slowly and pull it out (this is the drain pump filter).
Step 5. Once you’ve drained out all the water from your washing machine, take the drain pump filter to a sink and clean out any accumulated dirt or lint.
Step 6. Once you’ve cleaned the filter properly, put it back in place and turn it clockwise to secure.
Step 7. Flip the drain channel up and push the access panel back in place.
Step 8. Turn on your washing machine’s water and power supply.
Step 9. To ensure that everything is working properly, run a wash cycle.
2. Damaged Drain Pump
Do the following to replace a damaged drain pump in your GE washing machine…
Replacing The Drain Pump In GE Front Loader Washing Machine
To replace the drain pump in your GE front loader washing machine, do the following…
Step 1. Always make sure to turn off your washing machine’s water and power supply before attempting any repairs in order to avoid water leakage or electrocution
Step 2. Take out the three screws holding the lower front panel of your washing machine with a Philips screwdriver.
Step 3. Pull the panel out of the washing machine.
Step 4. Place a towel under the hoses connected to the drain pump to catch any water leaks.
Step 5. Use a pair of pliers to press the clamps holding the two hoses to the drain pump assembly and slide them out of place.
Step 6. Detach the tub-to-pump hose and the outlet hose from the drain pump assembly.
Step 7. Reach inside the washing machine and disconnect the two electrical connectors attached to the drain pump assembly.
Step 8. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the screws holding the drain pump assembly to the washing machine.
Step 9. Lift the drain pump out of your washing machine.
Step 10. Get your new drain pump assembly out of its pack.
Step 11. Install the new drain pump assembly inside your washing machine and apply the two Philips mounting screws to secure it to the base.
Step 12. Connect the two electrical connectors to their appropriate terminals on the new drain pump assembly.
Step 13. Connect the tub-to-pump and outlet hoses to their appropriate ports on the new drain pump assembly. Secure the hoses by sliding the retaining clamps in place.
Step 14. Put the lower front panel of your washing machine back on and apply three screws at the bottom to secure it.
Step 15. Turn on your washing machine’s water and power supply.
Step 16. Run a wash cycle to ensure that everything is working properly.
Note: Click here to learn how your washing machine’s drain pump operates.
Replacing The Drain Pump In GE Top Loader Washing Machine
To replace the drain pump on your GE top loader washing machine, do the following…
Step 1. Before attempting any repairs, ensure that you turn off your washing machine’s water and power supply in order to avoid water leakage and electrocution.
Step 2. Insert a putty knife under the main top panel of your washing machine to release the two clips holding the main front section of your washing machine.
Step 3. Detach the panel from the washing machine and set it aside.
Step 4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the drain pump.
Step 5. Use a pair of pliers to press the clamps on the tub-to-pump and outlet hose and slide the clamps out of place.
Step 6. Disconnect the two hose from the drain pump assembly.
Step 7. Take out the mounting nut holding the drain pump assembly to the base of your washing machine.
Step 8. Pull the drain pump assembly out of the washing machine’s cabinet.
Step 9. Get your new drain pump assembly out of its pack.
Step 10. Install the drain pump assembly in your washing machine and secure it to the base of the washer by applying the mounting nuts.
Step 11. Connect the tub-to-pump and outlet hoses to their appropriate port on the new drain pump assembly and secure them by sliding the retaining clamps in place.
Step 12. Connect the electrical connector to the new drain pump assembly.
Step 13. Snap the main front panel of your washing machine back in place.
Step 14. Turn on your washing machine’s water and power supply.
Step 15. Run a wash cycle to ensure that everything is working properly.
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GE Washing Machine Not Spinning — Solution
Here are the things that could prevent your GE washing machine from spinning…
1.Unbalanced Load
Do the following to fix an unbalanced load in your GE washing machine…
Step 1. Turn off your washing machine’s power supply.
Step 2. Open the door of your washing machine and inspect the quantity of clothes in the drum. Ensure that the drum has not been filled past 3/4. If the drum is overloaded, your washing machine won’t be able to spin properly.
Step 3. Ensure that your washing machine sits on a firm, even surface. If your washing machine is tilted at an angle, the weight of the clothes won’t be spread evenly.
Step 4. Turn on your washing machine’s power supply and try running the spin cycle again to see if the issue has been resolved.
2.Damaged Drive Belt
Do the following to replace a damaged drive belt in your GE washing machine…
Step 1. Make sure to turn off your washing machine’s water and power supply before attempting any repairs in order to avoid water leakage and electrocution.
Step 2. Insert a putty knife under the main top panel of your washing machine to release the clips holding the main front panel.
Step 3. Pull the main front panel off the washing machine and set it aside.
Step 4. Pull the drive belt from the motor shaft and drive pulley.
Step 5. Get your new drive belt out of its pack.
Step 6. Zip-tie the drive belt to the right side of the drive pulley (make sure the flat side of the drive belt is facing upwards).
Step 7. Loop the new drive belt around the motor shaft.
Step 8. To help fully align the new drive belt, rotate the drive pulley counterclockwise.
Step 9. Cut the zip-tie on the new drive belt.
Step 10. Snap the main front panel of your washing machine back in place.
Step 11. Turn on your washing machine’s water and power supply.
Step 12. To ensure that everything is working properly, run a wash cycle.
Note: The procedure above is for top loader washing machine’s only.
3.Worn Tub Bearing
Click here to learn how to replace your top loader washing machine’s tub bearing.
How To Spin Only In GE Washing Machine
Here’s how to run a spin cycle in your GE washing machine…
Step 1. Load your clothes into the washing machine and close the door.
Step 2. Turn on your washing machine’s power supply.
Step 3. Turn the control knob to Rinse & Spin option.
Step 4. Press the Extra Rinse button until the Rinse icon disappears from the display.
Step 5. Press the Start button to begin the Spin cycle.
GE Washing Makes Loud Noise When Spinning — Solved
If your GE washing machine makes a lot of noise when spinning, you’ll need to replace the tub bearing. Here’s how to do this…
Step 1. Always ensure to turn off your washing machine’s water and power supply before attempting any repairs in order to avoid water leakage or electrocution.
Step 2. Disconnect the water inlet hoses from the back of your washing machine.
Step 3. Take out the screws at the back of the control panel with a screwdriver.
Step 4. Slide the control panel sideways a bit to detach it from the main top of the washer.
Step 5. Detach the wires from the control panel and set it aside.
Step 6. Insert a putty knife under the main top panel of your washing machine to release the clips holding the front section of your washing machine.
Step 7. Pull the front panel off your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 8. Take out the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the top panel.
Step 9. Slide the panel forward a bit and lift it up slightly.
Step 10. Reach under the top panel and use a pair of pliers to release the lid switch wire retainer from the cabinet.
Step 11. Open the lid of your washing machine.
Step 12. Reach under the tab and squeeze the tab on the lid switch to release it.
Step 13. Push the lid switch through the opening at the top. Turn the lid switch sideways and push it back through the opening.
Step 14. Take the main top panel off the washing machine completely.
Step 15. Use your screwdriver to take out the screws on the control panel bracket, trim, and rear panel.
Step 16. Use a pair of pliers to release the air pressure tube from the water pressure switch.
Step 17. Set the control panel bracket aside.
Step 18. Take out the screws holding the shock dampening straps to the tub cover with a screwdriver and pull the straps off.
Step 19. Release the tabs at the bottom of the tub cover and pull the cover off the tub.
Step 20. Pull up the dispenser cap and rotate the cup counter-clockwise to take it out of the washer’s tub.
Step 22. Take out the agitator bolt using a 7/16 inch socket wrench (turn clockwise to take it out).
Step 23. Pull the agitator out of the washing machine.
Step 24. Pull the drive block and washer off the agitator shaft.
Step 25. Take out the tub nut using a 1-11/16 inch tub nut wrench (turn clockwise to loosen the nut).
Step 26. Lift the inner tub off the drive shaft and set it aside.
Step 27. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, pry the split ring off the drive shaft and lift the washer nut out.
Step 28. Disconnect the mode shifter and motor wires from the drive motor (ensure that you take note of the positioning of each wire).
Step 29. Use a screwdriver to take out the drive motor grounding wire.
Step 30. Use a pair of pliers to release the wires from the drive motor mounting bracket.
Step 31. Untwist the wires from the suspension rod.
Step 32. Use a screwdriver to release the screw holding the drain hose to the tub of your washing machine.
Step 33. Pull the hose off the tub (expect some water to leak out.
Step 34. Use a pair of pliers to disconnect the air pressure tub from the side of the tub and detach it from the retainer.
Step 35. Lift the tub up slightly and release the four suspension rods from the base frame.
Step 36. Tilt the tub and motor assembly forward a bit and pull it out of the cabinet.
Step 37. Lay the tub on the ground and turn it upside down.
Step 38. Release the drive belt from the bottom of the tub.
Step 39. Take out the nut holding the drive pulley with a 3/4 socket wrench.
Step 40. Lift the pulley off and take out the hex bolts underneath.
Step 41. Take out the bolts holding the base frame to the outer tub with your socket wrench.
Step 42. Cut the zip-tie holding the overflow tube to the base frame.
Step 43. Lift the base frame assembly off the outer tub.
Step 44. Pull the mode shifter and shaft assembly out of the tub.
Step 45. Pull the nylon washer off and use a screwdriver to take out the screw holding the tub bearing.
Step 46. Pry the bearing out of the tub.
Step 47. Get your new tub bearing out of its pack.
Step 48. Push the new tub bearing into the opening at the bottom of the tub.
Step 49. Apply the screw to secure the new tub bearing to the outer tub.
Step 50. Put the nylon washer on the new tub bearing.
Step 51. Insert the shaft and mode shifter assembly through the opening at the bottom of the tub.
Step 52. Align the base frame with the mode shifter and outer tub.
Step 53. Use your socket wrench to reapply the base frame bolts.
Step 54. Use a zip-tie to secure the overflow tube to the base frame.
Step 55. Secure the mode shifter by applying the hex bolts.
Step 56. Put the drive pulley back on and reapply the nut with a socket wrench to secure it.
Step 57. Loop the drive belt back around the drive pulley and motor shaft.
Step 58. Put the tub and motor assembly back inside the cabinet (ensure that the motor is facing forward.
Step 59. Lift the outer tub up a bit and snap the four suspension rods back in place on the base frame.
Step 60. Reconnect the air pressure tube to the side of the tub and secure the tube to the suspension rod with the retaining wire.
Step 61. Connect the drain hose back to the bottom of the tub and reapply the screw to secure it.
Step 62. Wind the motor wires around the suspension rod and snap all the retainers in place.
Step 63. Reapply the screw to secure the grounding wire.
Step 64. Connect the mode shifter and motor wires to the drive motor.
Step 65. Put the washer nut and split ring back on the drive shaft.
Step 66. Put the inner tub back in place by aligning it on the drive shaft.
Step 67. Put the tub nut back in place and thread it counter-clockwise to secure it.
Step 68. Put the washer and drive block back in place on the agitator shaft.
Step 69. Put the agitator back in place and apply the bolt to secure it.
Step 70. Put the soap dispenser cup back in place and turn it clockwise to secure it.
Step 71. Snap the tub cover back in place.
Step 72. Connect the shock dampening straps back to the tub cover and secure them by applying the screws.
Step 73. Put the control panel bracket back in place and apply the screws to secure it.
Step 74. Reconnect the air pressure tube to the water pressure switch.
Step 75. Put the control panel trim and rear panel back in place. Apply the screws to secure.
Step 76. Insert the lid switch through the hole in the main top panel and snap the switch in place.
Step 77. Snap the wire retainer into the frame.
Step 78. Push the main top panel back in position and apply the screws at the front to secure it.
Step 79. Snap the main front panel of your washing machine back in place.
Step 80. Reconnect the electrical connectors to the control board and push the board back in place. Apply the screws at the back to secure.
Step 81. Connect the water inlet hoses back to your washing machine.
Step 82. Turn on your washing machine’s power and water supply and run a wash cycle to ensure that everything is functioning properly.
Note: The procedure above is applicable only to GE top loader washing machines.
