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Your GE top load washer won t start but has power (GE top load washer won’t start but has power) ? Here is what you need to check
If you own a GE top-loading washer that won’t start despite having power, you must be feeling pretty frustrated.
Which is where this post comes in: We will walk you through how you can troubleshoot and fix a GE top load washer that won t start but has power
So find out how to fix a GE top load washer not starting even when it has power fault below….
GE top load washer won’t start but has power (GE top load washer won t start but has power) -How to fix your washer
There are several potential troubleshooting steps that we recommend you try to resolve your GE top load washer not starting a wash cycle (despite having power) problem
Let’s start with the easiest one…….
Power cycle your top-loading washing machine (to reset it)
Your washer may be experiencing an electrical glitch -and when this happens, chances are that it won’t start.
Moreover, this electrical glitch may render your control panel and the start button unresponsive.
Now, if the start button or the control panel seems to be unresponsive, then resetting your washer typically works.
In fact, resetting your washer usually fixes a lot of random issues it may have run into.
And the best part? Resetting your GE top load washing machine is pretty easy(you just power cycle the unit) .
In short, you simply unplug your washer for around 5 minutes and then plug it back in.
Now, if power cycling your washer does not fix your machine, then try the fixes below…
Check if control lock (child lock) is turned on
Next, confirm that the control lock setting is not turned on.
To do that, look at your display for a LED-backlit padlock icon.
If your model lacks a display, you will look for an indicator light that has control lock/child lock inscribed below it.
If this indicator is turned on or blinking, it means that the control lock is turned on on your washer- recall that washers are designed not to run when child lock is activated (to prevent an accidental operation by children).
Now, to turn off the control lock, simply locate a button that has either control lock or child lock inscribed below it.
Next, press and hold this button for 3 seconds and you should see the indicator turn off meaning that you have successfully disabled the control lock.
Check and test the lid switch and lid lock mechanisms
As a security mechanism, your washer won’t start until its lid is fully secured in place.
So you want to be sure it is closing…
You can start by checking if there is anything obstructing the lid from getting locked- be sure to remove any obstructing clothing items.
On the other hand, if nothing is obstructing the lid, your will need to test your lid switch for continuity since the lid won’t shut if the lid switch is bad.
Quick tip: If unsure of which wires to test for, you can always look up a YouTube tutorial to point you in the right direction.
If you find that your lid switch lacks continuity, you may just have found the cause of your GE top load washer not starting even when it has power fault.
If so, we recommend you get a quality GE top load washer OEM replacement lid switch and swap them culprit out.
Confirm that there is water flowing into your washer
If no water is entering your washer, it won’t start a wash cycle.
So this is the next thing you want to verify..
You can start by confirming that you have both water faucets turned on- be sure to turn them on, if not.
Also, confirm that your water inlet valve screen is not clogged – clean it, if necessary.
And while at it, check along the length of the water valves for any kinks – be sure to straighten out any.
Now, if you note that your water inlet valve is clogged beyond repair or is defective, you should replace it- we recommend the GE top load washer OEM water inlet valve.
Test the washer’s timer
The timer might be as well be broken, making your washer to not start.
Now, to tell if this is behind your washer troubles, test it for continuity.
But before doing so, be sure to confirm from your wiring diagram which nodes to test.
Again if the timer lacks continuity, your best bet is getting an OEM GE top load washer replacement timer
Test the washer’s motor
The motor plays quite a crucial part in the running of your GE washer.
Problem is, with time, it might get worn out and eventually give in.
Now, when this happens, you may observe that your washer no longer starts -even with a steady power supply.
Bearing that in mind, first confirm that your motor is getting power.
If it is, next test it for continuity- just replace it if you there’s no continuity with an original GE top load washer replacement motor.
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GE washer motor reset instructions [Step by Step]
Control board
If the motor is not getting power, there’s a possibility that you’re looking at a faulty control board.
Yeah- the control board is responsible for controlling most of your washer’s workings(filling, washing, draining, spinning, and more) so your washer could ‘refuse’ to start a cycle if it’s defective.
Now, first remove the control board and visually inspect for any signs of damage or burning. If you can spot any, you might have found your bad boy.
Again, if there is no power flowing to the motor, it could be due to a damaged main control board.
The solution is getting a new board (it’s not cheap but installing isn’t hard).
GE top load washer won t start but has power /GE top load washer won’t start but has power – conclusion
From a malfunctioning control panel to a faulty lid switch to lack of water supply, there could be several potential suspects if your GE top-loading washer won’t start despite having power.
We have looked at what to try depending on the cause so see if the above troubleshooting ideas will help you successfully repair your washer.
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