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brian kelly Posted on Oct 15, 2013
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Washing machine unbalance and now not spinning leaving water in the washer

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Two types of balance involved with washers. First is the machine. Most new machines are self leveling with the front legs. If the machine is not level, shake the machine to change it orientation. Most times this is cause leveling.
Second level is the load inside the machine. Clothes need to be distributed equally around the inside.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Dec 22, 2007

SOURCE: washer not spinning the clothes completely

For the the initial filling of the tub, the pump is not involved. The rinse cycle is also done with fresh water supplied by the inlet valve, although the water pump may be running simultaneously to remove the water while it is being added. Try removing front (or top) cover and find the water pump. It will have connecting hoses clamped to it. Check the hoses for blockages first. Then check the pump for any objects inside or broken impeller blades. If impeller is broken, replace it only if possible --- if not, you'll need to purchase a new pump. Hope this helped.

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  • Posted on Apr 22, 2008

SOURCE: Washer leaking water from bottom

looks like you have to replace the RUBBER SEAL thats inside the tub at the center post , try this , remove the panel so you can see inside , put the washer to fill w/ water , and watch closely underneath the tub wheres the transmision is connected , and watch for LEAKS . hope this info helps

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Sep 14, 2008

SOURCE: washer not spining

I took the bottom panel off the washer. I don't know what i'm looking for?? Help!! The washer won't spin. the belt and motor are ok..

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 01, 2009

SOURCE: GE WCSR2080B4WW - After wash cycle the washer does not spin and..

your washer must drain to spin.you may have a blocked or failed pump.you get to it thru the frount.use a putty knife between the lid and the frount ,push the springs.top comes up take frount off.pump has two hose .pumps white or tan smaller.God bless,tom

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 09, 2009

SOURCE: washer machine not draining water

The GE serviceman repaired my machine approximately 40 minutes. I paid $189 for the issue to be resolved in 5 minutes. This is no exaggeration.

The serviceman arrived at 2:50pm and finished at 2:55pm. It took another 5 minutes for me to write the check and he was gone.

My recommendation is...
- Purchase the GE service plan prior to calling GE to repair the service. A 1-Year service plan is $40 and 2-Year is $75. It costs $99 just for the serviceman to come to your house.

- Fix the issue yourself. Of course, this only applies if you are handy. I am handy and I tried to fix the problem myself. I just couldn't figure out the location of the access panel.

Solution...
The access panel is on the front. This can be removed in less than 20 seconds. The notches on the access panel is in line with the edging of the washing machine door. To remove, slide in a flat object like a flat-head screwdriver. Wiggle up and down on each side until door comes loose. Lift up door and set aside.

The water pump is on the lower right in the front of the washing machine. If your wash machine has any water in it, you want to use a shop vac to empty it out. The serviceman used a clamp to stop the water from running down. A little water still came out but he used my shop vac to get it up. It was less than a cup full and I had a 1/2 tub of water. Afterwards, he stuck his fingers in the water pump and pulled out the item that was blocking the pump.

Guess what was blocking the pump? The item was my two-month old daughter's sock. He recommends using a washing bag.

Remember this solution is for GE 315 model that is a top load washer. This will most likely work with similar models. I knew my water pump was still working because it hummed during the rinse and spin cycles.

Good luck and I hope this saves you $189 or any other fees.

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