

First take the front off the washer (insert butter knife between the top and the front, pushing on the clips) then start the fill cycle. Is your GE washer leaking during wash? If so the problem is the tub seal (seals around the transmission where it goes through the tub), drain hoses (including the tub to pump hose) or the pump. Water level contorls and water valves can be purchased at. If the water doesn’t stop, turn the water off at the wall then replace water valve. If the water stops running when you unplug the washer, replace the water level control. If at any the water level gets above the last row of holes in the tub, unplug the washer. If the water valve doesn’t stick in the first test then you need to check the water level control. (Note that the valve can stick intermittently so it still may be bad if it passed the test) Water valves can be purchased at If it keeps running after you cut the washer off then, the water valve is bad and needs replacing. If it does cut off every time you cut the washer off, then it’s most likely in the water level control. The washer should start to fill with water, now cut the washer off and on repeatedly (note to yourself whether the water turned off every time). If you must cut the water off from the house plumbing to stop the water then there is no need for testing, just replace the water valve. If your washer overflows with water during fill cycle your problem is the water level control or the water valve. Follow instructions above, only this time start the fill cycle before looking at the valve. Is your GE washer leaking during the fill cycle? If so the problem may be in the valve. In this case, you will need to order the valve by model number at Buy Fill Hoses Here. Note that some models have a water valve with more than two coils. This is the most popular water valve for GE top-loading washers made after 1995 and the part number is WH13X86 Order Here.

Once off, you should see if the water valve and if there is leakage - it needs replacing (if it is leaking). If not, take the cover off to the control panel. Look behind the washer to see if water is coming from the hoses. Is your GE washer leaking all the time, even when not in use? If so the problem is the fill hoses or the valve. If you need help finding your model number click here Then just simply choose the part you need from the diagram. Next, type it in to the model number box and it will take you to an illustrated parts diagram for your appliance. It’s easy! Just find the model number of the appliance you are working on. If you need a part You can enter your model number or part number here to search the part you need. So read each section carefully and your washer will be fixed in no time. These are the same steps I take when repairing washers professionally.

Fortunately for you this washer repair guide will walk you through the steps it takes in repairing your GE washer. Your GE washer leaking? A leaking washer can destroy your floor so it’s very important that you repair your washer immediately.
