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GE WJRR4170E Top Load Washer Questions & Answers
Ge wjrr4170 no spin
Remove the front panel, then look at the motor to see what codes the motor is flashing. There should be a green light on the motor that will be flashing. Post back your findings.
Ge washer modle wjre5550k2ww won't spin
follow this steps and fix it. GOD BLESS YOULid Switch
This is the most common reason for the washer not spinning or agitating.
This is easy to check. You will need to remove the switch, this varies
with model type but the testing will be the same. When the lid is closed
the switch should have continuity when the lid is opend the switch
should have no continuity. If it differs replace it.
Timer
To check the timer you will need to refer to the wiring diagram or
disassemble to access the motor. Check the leads from the timer to the
motor when turned to a wash cycle this should have 120 volts. If not replace it , if it does the timer is not the problem.
Motor
To check the motor you will need to disassemble the washer
to access the motor. First you can check the motor windings, to do this
remove the plug and connect ohmeter to terminals. Refer to the tech
sheet or service manual for the proper reading. Check motor for shorts
by connecting ohmeter to terminals and motor housing should have no
continuity. Connect voltmeter to motor wire connector and check for
voltage. You should have 120 volts, if you do and the motor does not run
replace the motor. If it does not have power the problem is elsewhere.
Belt
If your washer is a belt drive type make sure the belt is tight. Check
for black soot from belt wear. Replace if it has excessive wear or
broke.
Motor Coupler
This is a fairly common problem with direct drive machines but
inexpensive and easy to replace. The Motor Coupler transfers power from
the motor to the transmission. The following video will walk you through
the replace it
Transmission
The transmission does not usually fail. To check this on a direct drive remove the motor
and then turn tub inside. If it spins freely with no noise the problem
is elsewhere. If it is noisy it needs replacing this is expensive and
depending on the age of your machine you may not want to replace it. On a
belt drive remove the belts and spin tub.
Washer will not spin but if i hit the reset
i from retired Englishman in SW France
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(no promises but it's worth carrying this out anyway!)
I would gently suggest as a first step that you clean the drain motor/pump lint tray/filter. So many 'faults' are caused by blocked filters and many machines will not even go to rinse or spin or release the door lock if there is any water still left inside.
Following are my complete and hopefully 'coverall' pre-typed guidance notes for checking both the drain motor filter and the drain motor ;-0)
REMOVE POWER AND ENSURE YOU HAVE A WATER RECEPTACLE/RAGS TO SOAK UP THE WATER WHICH IS BOUND TO POUR OUT (alternatively use a wet vac as sensibly suggested by VinnyB1234!)
If you are unsure where the filter is, it is often behind the front lower (kick) panel (or in some machines at the rear in an awkward position!). These panels are either held on by (plasic) screws or will just pull off. Most filters are held in by a round cover/knob. Sometimes the filter will not come out with the cover and you will have to persuade it to come out to play.
It's surprising what people have found in theirs! It is always worthwhile checking it on a regular basis.
Now- whilst the filter is removed it is normally possible to see the drain motor and ensure it is not jammed by a foreign object such as a needle or a toothpick. It should be able to be turned by hand/finger- the power IS OFF!
At this point it is also possible to test if the motor works. No clothes or water in the machine, select a spin cycle and put the power back on. You should be able to see the motor turning at some point, possibly straight away. Using something suitable like a glove see if it is easy to briefly slow the motor down. If it is easy then the motor is malfunctioning.
(If these actions have not cured the problem, it could be the control board OR the main motor. Motors will show weaknesses when commanded to spin.)
If this has assisted you please consider a 4 thumbs up for the rating.
Thanks and good luck!
John C
Washer is stuck on wash cycle,,wont fill wth water
Can you manually force it to go to other cycles? If so then the timer or control board is the issue. If you can't even make it advance then the control board is most likely. Check your pump and make sure it is not clogged and therre fore njot allowing the waqter to drain out =as it ias supposed to. If the water is not pumpiong out the washer will not advance
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