Why is my GE washing machine not agitating?
If the washer is not agitating, you may need to reset your washer motor. If your washer senses a power spike, an unbalanced load or disruption in power, it will send a fault code to the motor and may require the motor to be reset. Plug the washer back in and lift and lower the lid 6 times within a 12 second period.
What causes a washing machine not to agitate or spin?
The washer transmission might be worn out or defective. Transmissions have gears in them that can fail causing the washer to not spin or agitate. If the motor is turning the transmission, but the washer won’t spin or agitate, consider replacing the transmission.
Why won’t my GE washer spin or agitate?
Common solutions for: GE Washer won’t spin or agitate. Inspect the drive belt to determine if it is broken or if it is loose on the pulleys. If the drive belt is broken or loose, replace it. If the washer is overloaded, the motor coupling will fail in order to protect both the motor and transmission.
How do I know if my agitator is broken?
The agitator should start to oscillate back and forth, mixing up the clothes in the water. If the agitator does not move, double check that the sensor is depressed. If it still does not move with the sensor depressed, the agitator is broken and should be repaired.
Can you use a washing machine without the agitator?
A washer without an agitator tends to use less water and energy. They are gentler on clothing and can handle larger items, such as blankets and quilts, sleeping bags, bathroom rugs and other items that an agitator simply can’t handle.
Where is the fuse located on a GE washing machine?
One fuse sits in the power cord to the washing machine and will blow if a power surge reaches the washer. The other fuse sits in the lid switch on some machines; if the washer overheats or there is a power surge, the washer will not run again until the fuse in the switch is replaced.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a washing machine?
A relatively new washer may not break down regularly, hence it may be more affordable to repair it. Getting replacement parts for modern machines can be easier than finding components for older models. Washing machine repair is recommended when the repair cost is less than 50 percent of a new machine’s price.