Is your GE washing machine turning on/off during certain cycles and you don’t know what to do? If so, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will explain the causes of these issues and show you how to fix them. So, without wasting any more time, let’s get right to it…
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GE Washing Machine Keeps Pausing — Solution
If your GE washing machine keeps pausing mid-cycle, here are the things you should check…
1. Unbalanced Load
To fix an unbalanced load in your GE washing machine, here’s what you need to do…
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. Make sure that the drum hasn’t been filled with clothes more than 3/4. If the drum is overloaded, your washing machine won’t be able to spin properly.
Step 3. Make sure your washing machine sits on an even, firm 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. Washing Machine Not Draining Water
Here are the things that can prevent your washing machine from draining water…
1. Clogged Drain Pump Filter (Front Loaders Only)
Do the following to clean a clogged drain pump filter on your GE washing machine…
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. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, 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 all the water has drained out from your washing machine, take the drain pump filter to a sink and clean out any lint or debris that may have accumulated in it.
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. Run a wash cycle to ensure that everything is working properly.
2. Defective Drain Pump
Here’s how to replace a defective drain pump in your GE washing machine…
How To Replace A GE Top Loader Washing Machine Drain Pump
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.
Note: Click here to learn how your washing machine drain pump works.
How To Replace A GE Front Loader Washing Machine Drain Pump
To replace the drain pump in your GE front loader washing machine, do the following…
Step 1. Do not attempt any repairs on your washing machine without turning off the water and power supply first. This will help prevent water leakage and 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 then make sure everything is working properly by running a wash cycle.
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GE Washing Machine Water Won’t Turn Off — How To Fix
If your GE washing machine won’t shut off the water, here are things to check for…
1. Damaged Water Inlet Valve
Here’s how to replace the water inlet valve in your GE washing machine…
Replacing GE Top Loader Washing Machine Water Inlet Valve
Here’s how to replace a damaged water inlet valve in your GE top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Avoid water leakage and electrocution by ensuring that you turn off your washing machine’s water and power supply before attempting any repairs
Step 2. Go to the back of your washing machine and disconnect the water inlet hoses (make sure to keep a rag handy in case some water spills).
Step 3. Use your screwdriver to remove the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the control panel.
Step 4. Slide the control panel sideways and detach it from your washing machine.
Step 5. The water inlet valve will be mounted on the control panel bracket. Disconnect the solenoid wires from the valve.
Step 6. Use a pair of pliers to press the clamp on the hose connected to the water inlet valve and slide it out of place.
Step 7. Use your screwdriver to take out the mounting screws holding the water inlet valve assembly to your washing machine.
Step 8. Pull the water inlet valve assembly out of your washing machine.
Step 9. Get your new water inlet valve assembly out of its pack.
Step 10. Install the new water inlet valve assembly in your washing machine and secure it by applying the mounting screws
Step 11. Connect the hose to the new water inlet valve and secure it by sliding the retaining clamp in place.
Step 12. Connect the each solenoid wire to its appropriate terminal on the new water inlet valve.
Step 13. Put the control panel back on and secure it by applying the screws at the back.
Step 14. Connect the water inlet hoses to the ports at the back of your washing machine.
Step 15.Plug your washing machine back to its power outlet and turn on the water supply then try running a wash cycle to make sure everything is working properly.
Replacing GE Front Loader Washing Machine Water Inlet Valve
Here’s how to replace a damaged water inlet valve in your GE front loader washing machine…
Do the following to replace the water inlet valve on your GE front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Avoid water leakage and electrocution by turning off your washing machine’s water and power supply before attempting any repairs.
Step 2. Go to the back of your washing machine and disconnect the water inlet hoses from the water inlet ports (keep a rag nearby in case some water leaks out).
Step 3. Remove the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the top panel with a Philips screwdriver.
Step 4. Slide the top panel back a few inches and lift it off your washing machine.
Step 5. Disconnect the solenoid wires connected to the water inlet valve inside the washing machine’s cabinet (make sure you take note of the positioning of each wire).
Step 6. Use a pair of pliers to press the clamp holding the hose to the water inlet valve and slide it out of place.
Step 7. Disconnect the hose from the water inlet valve assembly.
Step 8. Take out the two mounting screws holding the water inlet valve to the back of your washing machine with a Philips screwdriver.
Step 9. Pull the water inlet valve assembly out of the washing machine.
Step 10. Get your new water inlet valve assembly out of its pack.
Step 11. Install the new water inlet valve assembly in your washing machine and secure it by applying the two Philips screws at the back of the washing machine.
Step 12. Connect the hose to the new water inlet valve assembly and slide the retaining clamp in place to secure it.
Step 13. Attach each solenoid wire to its appropriate terminal on the new water inlet valve assembly.
Step 14. Connect the water inlet hoses to their appropriate ports on the new water inlet valve assembly (in order to avoid any form of water leakage, make sure to properly secure the connections).
Step 15. Slide the top panel of your washing machine back on and apply the Philips screws at the back to secure it.
Step 16. Turn on your washing machine’s water and power supply then try running a wash cycle to make sure everything works normally.
The water inlet valve in your washing machine controls the flow of water. When the washer is full, the valve closes to prevent overfilling. If this part is damaged, your washer won’t stop filling.
2. Damaged Water Pressure Switch
Here’s how to replace a damaged water pressure switch in your GE washing machine…
Replacing GE Top Loader Washing Machine Water Pressure Switch
To replace a faulty water pressure switch in your GE top loader washing machine, here’s what you need to do…
Step 1. Avoid attempting any repairs on your washing machine until you unplug the power cord and turn off the water supply. This prevents water leakage and electrocution.
Step 2. Disconnect the water inlet hoses from the back of your washing machine.
Step 3. Use your screwdriver to take out the screws at the back of the control panel and disconnect wires connected to it.
Step 4. Wedge a putty knife under the main top panel of your washing machine to release the clips holding the main front panel of your washing machine.
Step 5. Detach the panel from the washing machine and set it aside.
Step 6. Remove the screws holding the main top panel of your washing machine with a Philips screwdriver.
Step 7. Pull the main top panel forward slightly and lift it up.
Step 8. Use a pair of pliers to squeeze and release the wire retainer from the frame.
Step 9. Open the lid of your washing machine and squeeze the tab on the lid switch to release it.
Step 10. Turn the lid switch sideways and push it through the opening.
Step 11. Lift the main top panel off the washing machine and set it aside.
Step 12. Use your screwdriver to take out the screws holding the control panel bracket, rear panel, and trim.
Step 13. Use a pair of pliers to detach the tube connected top the water pressure switch.
Step 14. Use a pair of pliers to squeeze the water pressure switch tab under the control panel bracket to release the switch.
Step 15. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the water pressure switch and set the old switch aside.
Step 16. Take the new water pressure switch out of its packaging.
Step 17. Snap the new water pressure switch into the control panel bracket.
Step 18. Connect the wires to the new water pressure switch.
Step 19. Connect the air pressure tube to the new water pressure switch.
Step 20. Put the control panel trim back in place and secure it by applying the screw.
Step 21. Secure the rear panel to the trim by applying the screws.
Step 22. Apply the screws on the control panel bracket.
Step 23. Insert the lid switch through the hole in the main top panel and snap it back in place.
Step 24. Snap the lid switch wire retainer into the frame.
Step 25. Slide the main top panel back in place and apply the screws at the front to secure it.
Step 26. Snap the main front panel of your washing machine back in place.
Step 27. Reconnect the wire connectors to the control panel and snap the panel back in place. Apply the screws at the back to secure it.
Step 28. Connect the water inlet hoses back to the washing machine.
Step 29. Turn on your washing machine’s water and power supply and try running a wash cycle to make sure everything works properly.
Replacing GE Front Loader Washing Machine Water Pressure Switch
To replace a faulty water pressure switch in your GE front loader washing machine, here’s what you need to do…
Step 1. Do not attempt any repairs on your washing machine without turning off the water and power supply first. This will help prevent water leakage and electrocution.
Step 2. Remove the screw at the back of your washing machine holding the control panel with a screwdriver.
Step 3. Slide the panel back a few inches and lift it off your washing machine.
Step 4. The water pressure switch is mounted on the left side of the cabinet frame. Disconnect the two electrical connectors attached to the switch.
Step 5. Turn the water pressure switch slightly and detach it from the washing machine’s cabinet.
Step 6. Press the clamp on the hose connected to the water pressure switch and slide it out of place.
Step 7. Disconnect the air pressure hose from the water pressure switch and take the switch assembly out of your washing machine.
Step 8. Get your new water pressure switch out of its pack and connect it to the hose.
Step 9. Slide the retaining clamp in place to secure the hose to the new water pressure switch.
Step 10. Snap the new water pressure switch in place on the washing machine’s cabinet.
Step 11. Connect the two electrical connectors to their appropriate terminals on the new water pressure switch.
Step 12. Slide the top panel of your washing machine back on and secure it by applying the screws at the back.
Step 13. Plug your washing machine back to its power source and turn on the water supply. Afterwards, try running a wash cycle to make sure everything is working as it should.