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GE Front Load Washer Won't Drain or Spin - Ideas to Troubleshoot & Fix

Bens Appliances and Junk · 443K views · 13:27

Skill Level

Intermediate

Time Required

Half day

Estimated Cost

$50–200

Equipment

GE

Permit Required

No

Tools Needed

screwdrivers, pliers, socket wrench, bucket
If you have a GE front load washer that isn't draining, then chances are it won't spin at all, either. I want to help you today to test a few parts of the washing machine, and also learn how to replace the drain pump as well on this new-style frontload washer that has a unique way of opening up. Need the manual, tech sheet, schematics and more? This is the company I use to buy all my manuals from: https://appliancetechmanuals.com?aff=BensAppliances Was your pump bad? Here's the new aftermarket pump for nearly 1/2 of the GE price: https://bens-appliances.com/products/wh11x29539-ge-washing-machine-drain-pump-wh11x29539cm?utm_source=yt-oIVnqQ11Iqw Pump bad? Here's the OEM Pump: https://ifix.gd/3XPuKIk Video Timeline: 00:00 - Intro and First Item to Check 00:48 - How to Access the drain pump cleanout & use 02:09 - How to disassemble washing machine to access pump 05:49 - How to Replace the GE Drain Pump 07:43 - Hose Inspection for Obstructions 09:02 - GE Washer Re-Assembly 12:40 - Other Ideas and Troubleshooting Links Did this video help you out? Send me a tip, and help me make more Appliance Repair videos for people to watch for free! PayPal: https://paypal.me/BensappliancesYT?locale.x=en_US CashApp: $BenjaminSchlichter Affiliate Disclosure Form: http://bit.ly/3oXeu3B?utm_source=yt-oIVnqQ11Iqw ** Links to external websites and parts may result in me receiving a commission on sales.