Asked on Aug 01, 2016
GE washer won't spin and drain
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Marsha
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Any suggestions on how to fix a washing machine that won't spin or drain occasionally?
19 answers
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I have come across this situation but I realized I have overloaded my washer. So I just re-spinned it.
Gellie Yapching
on Aug 02, 2016
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Sometimes the hose is kinked or pinched against the wall. Check the hoses.
Carol Fredette
on Aug 02, 2016
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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.
Dusty
on Aug 02, 2016
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Is your washer level could as well be the problem good luck with your problem
Katrina
on Aug 02, 2016
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I had the same problem, had look for a new washer.
Barbara Pace
on Aug 02, 2016
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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.
FRED RIGGS
on Aug 02, 2016
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DRAIN OR PUMP IS PROBABLY BLOCKED. I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM SOME YEARS AGO AND FOUND A BABY SLEEPER STUCK IN THE DRAIN!!!!
Sharon Binegar
on Aug 02, 2016
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repairclinic.com fixed mine for less than $20
Linda Santo
on Aug 02, 2016
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belt loose or broken underneath tub Maybe
Phyllis A Tims
on Aug 03, 2016
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Found a full video on YouTube to fix ours.
Mkaredmon
on Aug 03, 2016
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yes, how old is your washer? any problems in the past. let me know please.
FRED RIGGS
on Aug 03, 2016
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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
on Aug 03, 2016
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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.
FRED RIGGS
on Aug 03, 2016
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No but will try that. Thank you.
Marsha
on Aug 03, 2016
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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
on Aug 03, 2016
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did you ever find out what the problem was, curious with the new HE's what happened. Let us know
FRED RIGGS
on Aug 11, 2016
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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.
Marsha
on Aug 11, 2016
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Try YouTube! Type in 'ge washer won't spin'. There are great videos for maintenance/repair of many appliances.
Dusty
on Aug 12, 2016
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Thank you.
Marsha
on Aug 12, 2016
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