How to Replace the Pump for a General Electric WPSQ4160T6WW
When the washer fills up, the water flows from the inlet hoses into the tub, and a solenoid switch turns off the water flow when there is enough water in the tub to complete the cycle. When the cycle is complete, the pump must drain the tub so the washer can go through the spin cycle. If the pump fails on the General Electric WPSQ4160T6WW washing machine, it will not drain properly. In order to replace the pump, you need to remove the back from the washer. The project requires no special tools and those you will need are in most home toolboxes. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Drain the water from the GE WPSQ4160T6WW by scooping the water out of the washtub into the bucket. Remove any clothing that is in the washer tub. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Pull the washing machine away from the wall far enough so that you can get behind it to work.
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Remove the retaining screws from the back panel using a Phillips screwdriver. This will give you access to the drain pump. Remove the spring clips from the washing machine pump using a pair of pliers. Loosen the clamps on the hoses using a Phillips screwdriver and pull the hoses away from the water pump.
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Drain any water in the hoses into the bucket. Cleanup any water spillage using some old rags. Remove the pump retaining screws using a Phillips screwdriver and pull the pump away from the base of the washing machine. Discard the water pump and put the new one in place on the mounting bracket.
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Install the pump retaining screws and tighten them using a Phillips screwdriver. Connect the hoses to the pump and tighten the hose clamps using a Phillips screwdriver. Install the spring clips on the pump using the pliers to lock them into place. Place the back on the GE washer and install the retaining screws using a Phillips screwdriver.
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Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. Push the washing machine into place against the wall. Run the washing machine for a short cycle while empty to test the new pump.
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Tips & Warnings
Do not attempt to service the GE WPSQ4160T6WW washing machine while there is still power to it or you risk electrical shock.
