GE Washer Sticks in Some Cycles
GE clothes washers progress through several automatic cycles, cleaning the clothes inside and then removing as much water as possible before they are moved to the dryer. Still, like most appliances, the washer can experience a fault and become stuck in one part of the cycle or another. Several factors are possible causes for this type of malfunction. Does this Spark an idea?
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Door Issues
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One of the more common reasons a GE washer will not move from cycle to cycle is constant interruption from the washer door. When the homeowner opens or closes the door, the washer has a safety feature that shuts down the wash in mid-cycle. This saves the user from being soaked and possibly injured by the spinning basket. This feature is sometimes activated when the latch that closes the door or the sensor that indicates the door is closed is broken or damaged. This will cause the washer to stop and start erratically, greatly increasing the time it takes to reach the next cycle. Repairing the door should also repair this problem.
Time Out
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Some models of GE clothes washers with electronic controls include a safety feature that stops the washer in the event that the washer takes longer than 20 minutes to fill. This feature stops the washer from running dry and possibly harming internal components. The time out feature is caused by low flow of the water supply and often indicates a flow problem. Check the water inlet valve and the water hose for leaks and to ensure that the water is turned all the way on. If the problem persists, the flow issue may stem from a larger leak. Contact a service professional for further options.
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Timer
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Mechanical models of GE washer machine feature a timer that advances the machine from one part of the wash cycle to the next. If one cycle persists indefinitely, the problem could come from a malfunctioning timer mechanism. Unfortunately, clothes washer timers cannot be repaired and require replacement. Contact GE for professional replacement options.
Cold Water Supply
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If the washer will not advance beyond the rinse cycle, the problem may not stem from the timer but from the cold water supply. Check this by opening the washer during the rinse cycle. If the washer does not contain cold water for rinsing, check the cold water valve. Ensure the valve is turned all the way on and that no kinks or clogs exist in the hose.
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