How To Use Error Code Mode To Fix Your GE Washer!

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Learn how to put any newer style GE washer into diagnostic/error code mode. Diagnostic mode is a great way to troubleshoot nearly any issue your washing machine is having. The model in the video is a GTW460ASJ4WW, however this applies to a wide range of top load GE washers. This video is part of my series "Free on Facebook", which is a series of videos in which I repair, recycle, and repurpose things I find for free.

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@rbshort151 8 ай бұрын

Super cool right to the point . From what you described about 2 inlet valves instead of hot like I usually wash I put it on cool and its washing the clothes . I'll go get the part . And watch your video again thanks

@rickymadar5813 3 ай бұрын

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@akamomakawife4928 6 ай бұрын

God Bless you and your family your videos have help me so much 🙏🙏❤️❤️❤ Thanks

@DuctTapeMechanic 6 ай бұрын

Your welcome! I appreciate the kind words.

@Monotarian 9 ай бұрын

Thanks guy great video

@scotteverett7723 7 ай бұрын

Can I perform the tests in the service mode if the washer is full? I see a couple of the tests specifically say to have an empty basket

@olivemgoodeighan5162 8 ай бұрын

Hi, enjoy this video and learned something. My GE does not want to fill and when it does its just not to the lowest fill on the washer. I would prep to wash and sometimes have to use a hose to fill the washer.

@Debbie41858 4 ай бұрын

Same for me..is there a setting to make it water level higher

@Whimsicalwizardofwisdom 7 ай бұрын

How do you fix the deep fill? Mine is new and only fills like 3 inches. Any tips?

@Eleventwentytwo 2 ай бұрын

Is it normal for my older model (purchased new from Lowe’s last month) to have water at the bottom not inside drum. I can hear it when I move the drum around. It is not draining properly. Will this help? TIA

@jeromedavis8575 9 ай бұрын

What does the drive system look like? What's inside the GE washer transmissions?

@jfoley1968jf 9 ай бұрын

Thats a great video Next time could you show a full test a diagnostic of the failed part?

@donaldjones2543 Ай бұрын

Any idea why mine is throwing 6 codes?

@elizabethlewis7337 Ай бұрын

I have this exact model. Hope I can figure it out

@DebraCherif 2 ай бұрын

Oh boy, I have an old GE top loading washer. My son's girlfriend was coming over to do her laundry, she pushed the start button with such force it got jammed inside. My ex cut the rubber cover and removed it , then for the last 6 months I was using the eraser end of a #2 pencil to start the wash. It worked like a charm (for me) but again someone else tried and then the inner portion inside the control panel the entire little chip start button on the panel snapped off as well inside. I have no money right now to replace my machine, still now I will need at the very least to order a new control panel as well as the Grey outer button cover. My question is, is there a way, without having that start button chip, to hard wire the start mechanism to start simply when plugging in the power cord ?

@alicecaissie2151 6 ай бұрын

Soak cycle soak for 30 minutes on every normal wash . Can I cancel the soak wash on the normal wash cycle

@JacobK254 9 ай бұрын

What do you do if the sensefill light is on and the machine won’t turn off?

@latricarequelharrison7881 6 ай бұрын

He he washer and dryer combo shows a lock simple when trying to turn the knob to select a setting it won’t

@mattflannerdy9967 2 ай бұрын

what does is mean if the "error code" lights don't match?

@luissosa8549 7 ай бұрын

Hello! I put a new mode shifter in a machine like this I used2 times & works fine but the next day gives me the same problem! any suggestions?

@DuctTapeMechanic 7 ай бұрын

I would rerun the mode shifter and try to get another. Sounds like you got a faulty one.

@chadking8542 5 ай бұрын

How do you reset the codes back out

@rami5986 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video, do you know what brand is good for a washer just for the future.

@DuctTapeMechanic 6 ай бұрын

If I had to buy a new washer, I would get the cheapest top load whirlpool washer that has an agitator

@AVToth 2 ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanic But be careful. I got suckered by a fake agitator, but impeller. The new machines and HE soap don't have enough, if any surfactants to get clothes clean. If you can take a shirt out of a washer that has finished it's cyclel, put the "clean" shirt into a basin of slightly warm water with plain old tide or some normal detergent NOT HE, and the water becomes dirty, the machine is a con job.

@christopher5855 5 ай бұрын

I just replace the control board in mine after it displayed multiple faults. Repain guy also said it was the control board. Here’s hoping that is the only thing I need to do.

@DuctTapeMechanic 5 ай бұрын

Best of luck!

@carolribchester5066 26 күн бұрын

Thank you it worked. But after my wash is finished and clothes in dryer there is water dripping into the tub, i have to turn off the taps

@DuctTapeMechanic 26 күн бұрын

Sounds like you have leaky water inlet valves in the washer.

@drizztdourden1912 2 күн бұрын

Thanks

@rocketman63 6 күн бұрын

I really hate my GE washer. It bothers all the time. Hopefully this will work.

@cynthiathomas474 4 ай бұрын

I need to know about he digital

@nancytejeda2106 5 ай бұрын

But how can I unlock the door to replace it?

@marcorosario7930 23 күн бұрын

Mine is getting error code 5 I already replace motor and shifter motor

@alive-awake 9 ай бұрын

I suppose its Energy Star. Ive heard that these are part of the "smart meter" system. They will be tracking all appliances energy use if they are a part of this system. Id remove the smart meter on your home if you have one. Mine is the agitator type but still has the lid lock. Id like to disconnect that. Also if my lid is open when the barrel reaches full, it will drain the entire barrel. Who invented such a thing and why?

@DuctTapeMechanic 9 ай бұрын

There is no way to bypass the lid lock mechanism on newer washers it was possible on older machines. It's a safety mechanism (i.e. prevents the company from being sued if someone sticks there are in a moving washer)

@alive-awake 9 ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanic Mine isn't exactly new. 2015 we purchased. They weren't making them anymore and wanted to get rid of it. Got a deal. Very basic machine. No bells and whistles. I'm surprised it has the lid lock.

@jeromedavis8575 9 ай бұрын

This is so stupid!

@MargaretClarke-rp7jg Ай бұрын

Can you come fix my machine 😢 it's 3 n10

@reginagreen1436 2 ай бұрын

My GE WHEN IT WASHES THE WATER RUNS OUT

@vermontmike9800 9 ай бұрын

The most obvious error code is that this washer has a GE logo. Ha! I can say that because I have this exact model.

@DuctTapeMechanic 9 ай бұрын

Well said!

@tompastian3447 6 ай бұрын

These machines with the digital readouts are the ones having the problems. GE used to be among the most reliable washing machines, but not now with these computerized controls. Buyer beware when companies produce a product like this that is supposed to help you figure out what specific problem you're having. One of my customers has a two year old Samsung front loader, and the issue is the main computer, a costly repair. Even if you get an error code, it's a crap shoot if as to whether for instance, you have a bad lid lock, or a bad computer. I liked it better when we had analog dials, same goes for TV's and radios. You always knew what channel you were watching, and had dials you could read. The other issue is that so many of the electronic controls like remotes are all black. You have to carry a flashlight around with you.