Problems With the GE WWSE5240G0WW

Power

• Power problems with your GE washer should be easy to spot: the washer will not run at all. With any major appliance, you want to check the electrical circuits in your house or apartment first. This means look for a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker. You should also check the wall outlet. The most effective way to do this is to plug something else into that socket or test the washer in another outlet. If you are unable to find a problem with the house electricity, then assume it is the wiring in the washer. In most cases, a power problem with your washer will require service. There are also fuses in the washer that trip when it overheats.

Water In

• When the GE WWSE5240G0WW fails to fill with water, the cause may be a plumbing problem. Start with the most obvious solution and turn the valves on the faucets that feed the washer clockwise to increase the flow. If you notice that all you have is cold water, you need to turn up the hot-water feed. The other condition that might affect water flow is a clog in a screen that sits between the washer and the hose. To check this, you should turn the water off going to the washer and remove the hose. You will see the screen that filters debris from the water before it enters the machine. If the screen is full of dirt or water deposits, you can wipe it off to clear it.

Water Out

• Water leaving the system is little more complicated. All washers use a pump to remove water from the tub. When the washer fills, but does not empty, it may be time for a new pump. A GE relies on a switch in the door assembly as a sensor. If the door is open, the washing machine may stop draining. If the switch fails, the sensor may report the door is open. Both of these problems can be fixed with little difficulty if you have the appropriate replacement part and a few tools. Review the documentation that came with your washer for part numbers. You can contact a local parts store or GE to order replacements.

Other Problems

• Washers have a lot of parts and a lot can go wrong with them. There are no specific reports of problems with this model GE and no posted recalls. Washers have many components, but they are not that complex. Simply replacing a broken part can save you a service call. For example, if the tub fails to move during wash or spin, the motor or transmission may be the problem. The machine relies on a timer to know when to go to the next cycle of the wash. If the machine is stuck agitating, the timer may be broken.