GE Washing Machine Repair

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What You'll Find In This Guide

  • GE Troubleshooting
  • GE Front-Loading Fault Codes
  • GE Top-Loading Error Codes

GE Washing Auto Troubleshooting

The starting time stride to fixing whatsoever issue is to verify the fault. The easiest manner to do that is to articulate the error and reset the washing machine.

To clear and verify a GE washing machine error:

  • Press and hold the "Power" push button until the fault clears.
  • Unplug the washing machine from its ability source.
  • Look at to the lowest degree iii minutes.
  • Plug the washing machine back into the power.
  • Permit the washer to reboot.
  • Attempt to run a wash cycle.

If the fault reappears or the issue persists, further troubleshooting will be necessary.

GE Front-Loading Washer Mistake Codes

GE front-loading washers may not display an error code, even if the washer is non functioning properly. To manually enter the washer'due south diagnostic mode, first reset the washer post-obit the instructions in the Troubleshooting department. Then press "Signal," "Filibuster Commencement," "Signal," "Delay Start" in quick succession. The washer will display the current error codes.

Note: Make sure to clear the error codes past pressing and property "Power" after resolving the issue.

Error Code Cause Solution
E22

GE Washing Machine Error Code E22

The washer is not filling or is filling slowly. If the washer does not fill with water within a programmed time, this error is the result. To resolve:
  • Commencement, ensure h2o is on within the house using a secondary h2o source.
  • Ensure the water valves connected to the water inlet hoses are completely open up. It tin can help to turn the water off, and so plough it back on at maximum capacity.
  • If the atmospheric condition is beneath freezing, yous may have a frozen water line. Our guide on protecting appliances in extreme cold offers tips on how to go your h2o flowing again.
  • Inspect the water inlet hoses for kinks, clogs, or damage. Nosotros recommend replacing the hoses every five years.

Additional issues may include the water pump and control board. Contact a GE Washer Repair Service for assistance.

E38

GE Washing Machine Error Code E38

E39

GE Washing Machine Error Code E39

The detergent dispenser is malfunctioning. At that place are several parts on the

The dispenser tin't move into position. You lot normally hear the dispenser system shifting constantly before this code is displayed. Unplug the washer and check the mechanical linkage on the dispenser housing. Repair or replace any damaged parts.

The dispenser can't motion into position or the dispenser switches aren't opening and closing. Unplug the washer and cheque the mechanical linkage on the dispenser housing. Repair or replace any damaged parts.

E42

GE Washing Machine Error Code E42

E45

GE Washing Machine Error Code E45

E49

GE Washing Machine Error Code E49

The drive motor is overloaded or drawing also much current. The drive motor is what spins and move the launder tub. If it is working too hard, it is in danger of wearing or shorting out. To fix:
  • If the wash tub is filled to chapters, remove a few items from the washer and restart the wash cycle. A heavy load can strain the drive motor. To maintain your washer, we recommend following the washer guidelines for load size.
  • Manually rotate the spin basket. If it tin can't move freely, or you hear a crunching or grinding sound, there may be something lodged between the wash tub and the outer tub. Follow our guidelines for a washer that won't spin for detailed instructions on how to resolve the result.

If the higher up repairs practice not resolve the error, it volition exist necessary to exam and potentially replace the wiring, drive motor, and inverter command board.

E46

GE Washing Machine Error Code E46

E47

GE Washing Machine Error Code E47

E48

GE Washing Machine Error Code E48

The drive motor is malfunctioning. If the washer detects the drive motor is overheating, it volition interrupt the wash bike and display this error. To set up:
  • Unplug the washing auto from the power source.
  • Inspect the wiring to the bulldoze motor.
  • Check for loose connections and damaged wires. Repair or supplant as neeeded.
  • If the wiring is sound, supplant the drive motor.
  • It may besides be necessary to replace the inverter control board. We recommend testing the new drive motor before likewise replacing the control lath.

Protip:It helps to accept the transmission handy before beginning whatsoever repairs. If you lot do not take your original owner'south manual, you tin can find it online at Manual Owl or the GE support portal.

If you lot are non comfortable with advanced repairs, contact a local appliance repair provider for assistance.

E57

GE Washing Machine Error Code E57

E58

GE Washing Machine Error Code E58

E71

GE Washing Machine Error Code E71

The primary control board is malfunctioning. The master control board is the "encephalon" that controls all of your washing machine'south functions. If it fails, your washer tin can't piece of work properly.
  • Unplug the washing motorcar from the power source.
  • Inspect the wiring to the command lath.
  • Check for loose connections and damaged wires. Repair or replace equally neeeded.
  • Reconnect the ability to the washing auto.
  • If the error persists, replace the control board.

Note: Y'all may as well meet this error if at that place is a stuck key on the control panel. The ready is the same.

E60

GE Washing Machine Error Code E60

E61

GE Washing Machine Error Code E61

E63

GE Washing Machine Error Code E63

E64

GE Washing Machine Error Code E64

The door lock assembly is malfunctioning. If the door tin can't lock, yous will meet this error. Check out our detailed troubleshooting guide for a washer that won't unlock for more than information on how to resolve this issue.
E65

GE Washing Machine Error Code E65

The primary control board can't detect the h2o level sensor. The water level sensor ensures the h2o doesn't overflow the wash basin. If it malfuctions, your washer may leak. To set, first unplug the washing machine. Audit the wiring between the control board and the water level sensor. Check for loose or damaged connections. If the wiring is sound, supercede the sensor.
E70

GE Washing Machine Error Code E70

The main control board can't detect the h2o temperature sensor. The water temperature sensor ensures the water in the wash bowl stays at a temperature consistent with the wash settings. If the washer can't notice the temperature sensor, unplug the washing machine. Inspect the wiring between the command lath and the temperature sensor. Check for loose or damaged connections. If the wiring is sound, supersede the water temperature sensor.

GE Top-Loading Washer Error Codes

Error Code Cause Solution
one flash or 5 flashes The bulldoze motor failed. The bulldoze motor is the office that spins the wash basket of your machine. It is a necessary for your washing machine to office. If the bulldoze motor fails, it must exist replaced. Exist sure to unplug the washing machine from the power before attempting any repairs.
ii flashs The drive best or hub nut is loose or slipping. Unplug the washer. Inspect the drive chugalug. If the drive belt is in good condition and then tighten the hub nut which is located next to the spin basket. If the drive chugalug is not in skillful condition, replace it. If both the drive belt and the hub nut are in skilful status, supervene upon the bulldoze motor.
3 flashes The inverter command is lacking. The inverter control is built into the drive motor and it cannot exist purchased seperately. If the inverter control is defective then the entire drive motor needs to be replaced.
iv flashes The mode shift controller malfunctioned. On the bulldoze shaft assembly in that location is a component called the mode shifter. If this circuit fails then try reconnecting the wire harness betwixt the inverter control and the mode shifter. If this doesn't set the issue so the drive shaft assembly will need to be replaced.
6 flashes The drive motor rotor locked. This bulletin occurs when the washer tub tin't spin. Bank check our detailed guide for repairing a washer that won't spin for additional details.
7 flashes Four wash cycles elapsed without the lid being opened. The inverter circuit is designed so that every wash cycle requires a lid open point from the washer. If four cycles consummate without the chapeau switch opening, the washer flashs the lid switch as lacking. If the washer lid won't unlock, follow our guide for repairing a washing motorcar that won't unlock.
8 flashes Drive motor temperature warning. If the washer is overloaded or the launder basket can't spin freely, the bulldoze motor can overheat.

Check the load size. If there are too many items in the washer, it tin overload the bulldoze motor.

When the washer is off, try turning the wash tub past mitt. If you can't move the wash bowl, contact a GE washing machine repair specialist for assist.

9 flashes The drive motor brake mechanism malfucntioned. The drive motor spins the wash basin in your auto. The brake is what makes it stop spinning when needed. If the brake is not working, the bulldoze motor must be replaced.