If your GE washing machine won’t stop and is stuck on different cycles, you’ve come to the right place. This detailed guide will explain the causes of these issues and give you steps on how to fix them. So, without further ado, let’s get right to it…
GE Washing Machine Won’t Stop Spinning — How To Fix
Here are the things that could cause your GE washing machine to keep spinning…
1.Load Is Unbalanced
If the load in your washing machine is not balanced, the drum will spin repeatedly in order to try to balance the 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. Make sure that the washing machine’s 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. 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 in the drum.
Step 4. Turn on your washing machine’s power supply and try running the spin cycle again to see if the issue has been fixed.
2.Damaged Or Worn Tub Bearing
If the tub bearing of your GE washing machine is damaged, you’ll need to replace it. Here’s how to do this…
Step 1. Before attempting any repairs, make sure to turn off your washing machine’s water and power supply in order to avoid water leakage and 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 Philips 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. Use your screwdriver to take out the two screws at the front of your washing machine holding the main 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. Use your screwdriver to take out the screws holding the shock dampening straps to the tub cover 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).
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 (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 your 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. Use your socket wrench to take out the bolts holding the base frame to the outer tub.
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 motor shaft and drive pulley.
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 79. Reconnect the electrical connectors to the control board and push the board back in place. Apply the screws at the back to secure.
Step 80. Connect the water inlet hoses back to your washing machine.
Step 81. Turn on your washing machine’s water and power supply to ensure that everything is working properly.
Note: Please keep in mind that the procedure above is for top loader washing machines only.
GE Washing Machine Won’t Stop Filling With Water
If your GE washing machine won’t stop filling with water, there are two things that could be at fault; the water pressure switch and the water inlet valve. Here’s how to find out which part is defective…
Step 1. Turn on your washing machine’s water and power supply and run a normal wash cycle.
Step 2. Pay attention to the washer when filling. Once it starts to overfill, turn off the power supply. If it stops filling, the water pressure switch is at fault. However, if it keeps filling even when the power is turned off, the water inlet valve is defective. Here’s how to replace both parts…
How To Replace A GE Front Loader Washing Machine Water Pressure Switch
Do the following to replace the water pressure switch on your GE top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Turn off your washing machine’s water and power supply before attempting any repairs in order to avoid water leakage and electrocution.
Step 2. Use your screwdriver to take out the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the top panel.
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 hose from the water pressure switch and take the switch 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. Secure the hose to the water pressure switch by sliding the retaining clamp in place.
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. Turn on your washing machine’s water and power supply.
Step 14. Run a wash cycle to ensure that everything is working properly.
How To Replace A GE Top Loader Washing Machine Water Pressure Switch
Do the following to replace the water pressure pressure switch on your GE top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Turn off your washing machine’s water and power supply before attempting any repairs in order to avoid 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. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the two screws holding the main top panel of your washing machine.
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.
Step 16. Get your new water pressure switch out of its pack.
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 apply the screws to secure.
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.
Step 30. Run a wash cycle to ensure that everything is working properly.
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How To Replace GE Top Loader Washing Machine Water Inlet Valve
Do the following to replace the water inlet valve on your GE top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Before attempting any repairs, make sure to turn off your washing machine’s water and power supply in order to avoid water leakage and electrocution.
Step 2. Go to the back of your washing machine and disconnect the water inlet hoses (get ready for some water to spill out).
Step 3. Take out the screws at the back of 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 out of its pack.
Step 10. Install the new water inlet valve in your washing machine and apply the three mounting screws to secure it.
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. Turn on your washing machine’s water and power supply.
Step 16. Run a wash cycle to make sure everything is working properly.
Note: Click here to learn how your washing machine’s water inlet valve works.
How To Replace GE Front Loader Washing Machine Water Inlet Valve
Do the following to replace the water inlet valve on your GE front loader 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. Go to the back of your washing machine and disconnect the water inlet hoses (be prepared for some water to leak out).
Step 3. Use a Philips screwdriver to take out the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the top panel.
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 (ensure that 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. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the two mounting screws at the back of your washing machine holding the water inlet valve.
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 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. Connect 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 (ensure that the connection is properly tightened in order to avoid water leakage).
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.
Step 17. To ensure that everything is working properly, run a wash cycle.
GE Washing Machine Drain Pump Won’t Stop — How To Fix
If the drain pump in your GE washing machine won’t stop, you’ll need to replace it. Here’s how to do this…
Replacing The Drain Pump In A GE Top Loader Washing Machine
Here’s how to replace a defective drain pump in your GE top loader 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 two clips holding the main front section of your washing machine.
Step 3. Disconnect the main front panel from the washing machine and set it aside.
Step 4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the drain pump assembly.
Step 5. Use a pair of pliers to press the clamps on the outlet and tub-to-pump hoses and slide the clamps out of place.
Step 6. Disconnect the two hoses from the drain pump assembly.
Step 7. Take out the mounting nuts securing 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 new 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 ports 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. To make sure everything is working properly, run a wash cycle.
Replacing The Drain Pump In A GE Front Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a defective drain pump in your GE front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Always ensure to turn off your washing machine’s water and power supply in order to avoid water leakage and electrocution before attempting any repairs.
Step 2. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the three screws in the lower front panel of your washing machine.
Step 3. Pull the lower panel off your washing machine.
Step 4. Place a towel under the hoses connected to the drain pump to catch any water that may leak out.
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. Disconnect the outlet hose and the tub-to-pump 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 base of the washing machine.
Step 9. Lift the drain pump assembly 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.