GE washer won't spin and drain

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Any suggestions on how to fix a washing machine that won't spin or drain occasionally?

Gellie Yapching · Answer

I have come across this situation but I realized I have overloaded my washer. So I just re-spinned it.

Carol Fredette · Answer

Sometimes the hose is kinked or pinched against the wall.  Check the hoses.

Dusty · Answer

Go to YouTube and type in your problem in the search area. They have hundreds of videos that will talk you through appliance fixes. I have not called a repairman in years.

Katrina · Answer

Is your washer level could as well be the problem good luck with your problem

Barbara Pace · Answer

I had the same problem, had look for a new washer.

FRED RIGGS · Answer

The pump that takes the water out is not pulling it  out.  Check hoses to the pump for a sock or nylons.  A pump is cheap and easy to install with a few basic tools.  The hose that takes the water out could have something in it too. Level has nothing to do with it.

Sharon Binegar · Answer

DRAIN OR PUMP IS PROBABLY BLOCKED.  I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM SOME YEARS AGO AND FOUND A BABY SLEEPER STUCK IN THE DRAIN!!!!

Linda Santo · Answer

repairclinic.com  fixed mine for less than $20

Phyllis A Tims · Answer

belt loose or broken underneath tub Maybe

Mkaredmon · Answer

Found a full video on YouTube to fix ours.

FRED RIGGS · Answer

yes,  how old is your washer?  any problems in the past.  let me know please.

FRED RIGGS · Answer

when it starts to spin, feel the hose and see if it feels full of water.  If you can, without damage to the floor, lay it down and see if water runs out in a strong manner

FRED RIGGS · Answer

Did you try putting the hose  on the floor or a bucket or something to see if it will spin and empty.  I think it is something stuck in there.  Or, call for GE service, which actually is Sears repair.

Marsha · Answer

No but will try that. Thank you.

FRED RIGGS · Answer

If it is one of the new HE kind, probably need to call for service.  They are too complicated to try to fix with the exception of the hose. The drain hose is in the back on the bottom of the panel.  Held on by a spring clamp usually. A pair of plier squeeze the thing together to relieve the tension, and slide it back away from the washer.  Then, twist the hose until it comes away from the washer.  Run water through the hose to be sure it is clear and take a flashlight and look in the outlet and see if you see anything.  If not, it may be a malfunctioning timer not clicking over to drain and spin setting.  Then, you need the service guy to fix that for you.

FRED RIGGS · Answer

did you ever find out what the problem was, curious with the new HE's what happened.  Let us know

Marsha · Answer

Took the hose off. Nothing stuck in hose.  It works good sometimes and then other times it won't drain or spin. If I wait several hours and then put on drain spin cycle it works.  I am beginning to think its possessed. Will probably end up calling a repairman.

Dusty · Answer

Try YouTube!  Type in 'ge washer won't spin'. There are great videos for maintenance/repair of many appliances.

Marsha · Answer

Thank you.

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