Question about GE WSM2420D Unitized Spacemaker Washer / Dryer

Help My spacesaver is continously blowing my circuit breaker. I believe it started out because the exaust tube fell off, and I was not aware. I have since fixed the tube, but it is still blowing the breaker. Any suggestions? Thanks

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Jinx, start with the power cord and terminal block where the cord connects. Sometimes if there is a loose connection the terminal will arc and cause a burnt wire or short. I see this a lot on stacked units. Make sure to disconnect power when checking. Check this first and post back, Catriver.

Posted on Nov 04, 2006

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