GE Top Load Washing Machine Won't Start - How to Find & Fix Problems

In this video, I will show you a few of the most common problems that can involve a GE Washing machine not starting at all, and how to potentially find the most common errors and how to resolve them.
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Timeline:
00:00 - Intro
00:41 - Checking the Selection Dial
00:57 - Checking Lid for Bulge / Striker Damage
01:16 - Checking Water Supply
01:40 - Finding Tech Sheet for Error Codes & Diagnostics
02:55 - Error Codes that could cause issues
05:50 - Removing Washer Top to Check Components
07:40 - How to Remove Washer Top to Replace Lid Lock
10:57 - Finding Problems Under the Washer
12:22 - How to Remove GE Washing Machine Belt
13:08 - How to Remove Motor Pulley and Change Speed Sensor
15:09 - How to Remove Clutch Pulley and Inspect or Replace Shifter
16:39 - How to Test a GE Shift Assembly
17:55 - Re-Installing the Belt & Belt Guard Assembly
18:39 - Outro / Other Possible Fixes
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[@buddditchendorf1847]

Thank you! Saved me $175 service call. All my parts needed were available on Amazon and covered by Prime points. A $0 fix for me. What a blessing at a time when I really did not have it.

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Glad it helped

[@gooking69]

I love how you present everything. Iv been watching my dad repair appliances my whole life and seeing how things have evolved is interesting.

[@calfire1911]

Just want to say thank you for your Cabrio washer video, I found burn marks on the board and used alcohol to wipe it down. I’ve ran 3 successful loads without any issues. Saved a few hundred bucks, just hope it last as long as it should now. Thanks again!

[@donaldperrotta8514]

I have this same model GE washer . Very cheap build quality. It’s definitely not the same quality GE appliance that my parents always purchased ! I’ll use it until it starts giving me problems … then buy a USA company built Speed Queen.

[@dregenius]

I mean, these GE toploaders are made in USA, while their front loaders are made in China by Haier... and the build quality on the Chinese made ones absolutely blows away the US-made union-built tin-can top-loaders. But then, GE knows their market - most americans will buy any washer, no matter how cheap and unfit for purpose, as long as it's got a flap on the top and a plastic prong sticking up in the middle of the wash basket. For such a young country, we really are the most stubbornly stuck in the 1800s. lol.

[@joeblow5154]

Great video! I've got the exact same washer so I'm adding this video to my favorites. Thanks, Ben.

[@justinbryan595]

I love this channel now that I've had to buy appliances! Still here because you make great, honest videos, plus you're adorable ! 😊

[@gadgetarama]

😊😊😅 2:15

[@zekenzy6486]

Great Video. Thank you for sharing

[@isaacjohnson7184]

Thank you for the video.

[@ogee634]

If you know the engineer that designed any of the troubleshooting sequences, please utilize your largest wrench or hammer to rectify the problem.

[@emiliog.4432]

Thanks Ben. It would be great if you could make a tools list for DIY repair of these and other machines you cover. 👍

[@maryannmoore3229]

Smart idea 💡 👌

[@arvinhirang4477]

Hi there, thank you for this information. I haven't tried any but they are useful. My issue is this, my washer just randomly stopped working. It is lit and I can turn the knob and you could hear the sound. I noticed that when I turn on my washer, it gives a sound that is flat versus when it was working normally. What could be the issue?

[@Saviour3]

Ayiyi! Give me an analog machine, please!

[@kellycarroll6829]

💚washers & dryers!

[@dirtydingoringo3121]

I’m working on this right now

[@jacobjames1171]

I have one of these rotting on my side yard. It was so frustrating.

[@THEFARTYFARTS.7570]

What is the oldest washer and dryer you guys had the oldest one my mom has is a 24 year old frigidare dryer and she had it for 6 years

[@LeninVera]

Have an error code 9 and i have replaced the lid switch. The bad switch reads locked all the time. The good switch reads open all the time. Ive cleared error codes and still wont start. Thoughts?

[@drakosasori3071]

Hey I don't know what to do the lid locked is flashing and I just did a load not too long ago, why isn't it starting?? There seems to be nothing wrong with the striker but it's not locking. I tried unplugging it and plugging it back in but it still doesn't work

[@gabrielsierra6890]

Mine starts, do 10 movements the switch to "SOAK" and there is stays. From time to time it completes the cycle, but it is very seldom

[@themadhater9003]

I'm having a weird issue with the same washer, sprays twice at startup, doesn't lock, and resets all five lights show with soak flashing once. No codes and I have tried two lid switches.

[@casycarson7530]

Had for a year and a half and the plastic transmission gear stripped out. Changed it and it stripped again 8 months later

[@brittnymoore759]

What if the code lights don’t come on at all??? I’ve tried 2 different outlets it’s not cutting on at all.

[@Tyler0789]

Why didn't you test speed sensor? Just jumped straight to replacing.

[@KeithsTVHD1]

Informative video, these machines are made to fail

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

In general yeah, not the best made. Thus thr video hehe

[@Mattyoung5150]

How do you get the washers that dont have an agitator to clean anything?

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Generally, gotta avoid overloading them , as too many clothes ensures no rollover

[@robinsattahip2376]

Do you mean Haier pretending to be GE? Right? Thanks for the interesting videos.

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Haier was making GE stuff long before they bought GE. It's been an open secret for awhile. Haier brand units were using GE parts and vice versa. Mind you, most top loaders are garbage anymore so it's not like this one is worse than the rest

[@SouSaelee]

I followed your diagnostic process and returned 9 codes in this order; •Code 19 •Code 14 •Code 7 •Code 26 •Code 3 •Code 23 •Code 16 •Code 24 •Code 1 Additionally, my washer is half way filled with water and I can not move it to begin the tear down process. Is there a trick todrain the water?

[@LeninVera]

Go into the test modes and test drain pump to empty water.

[@Saviour3]

I have that GE machine but sometimes in spin cycle it bangs around like it's ready to jump off the ground or take off even after I carefully put heavy items on the bottom spreading everything out to balance. It's so annoying ... what is that?

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Working on a video for that soon. Could be suspension rods

[@Saviour3]

@@bensappliancesandjunk Thanks Ben but in all the years I've had a regular analog washing machine, I never had a problem, open and close the lid to add another item if you want ... no downside but may our Good Father God Bless you in your work and continue to increase you and your children in Jesus Name!!!

[@casycarson7530]

I'm sorry it was the plastic pulley in the clutch . It was completely stripped out and I don't overload my washing machine

[@JulioRodriguez-fu7pw]

Mine doesn’t light up at all won’t do anything

[@clearaswater4424]

I hate I got this washer. I had my Whirlpool for over 16 yrs just regular fixable issues. This thing so many stupid issues.

[@jimrusch22]

The Achilles heal of these GE washers is the poor balancing system. Issue will occur with under loading, overloading and clothes distribution.

[@fumanpoo4725]

I wish I could fix things instead of just making things worse.

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

That happens a few times then you start fixing them more and more

[@teaashagood1169]

Can you help me? My washer stopped working Al. Of a sudden. When I press start it makes the noise and goes off 😕​@@bensappliancesandjunk

[@hippo-potamus]

What a disassembly nightmare.

[@bensappliancesandjunk]

Its not that bad by comparison to most other machines, IMO. The only bad part is the top as it doesn't clip into the chassis

[@benjaminhildebrand2220]

DOOR WON'T OPEN

[@jenniferjoyce8463]

"Promosm"