Washer Not Spinning - Motor Reset
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- Опубліковано 24 чер 2010
- If your Hydrowave washer does not agitate or spin after filling with water, the washer motor may need to be reset. This can be completed without tools. Learn more tips at www.geappliances.com.
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My husband spent an hour trying to get our washer to spin. After watching this video, I had it working in 15 secs.. HAHA! Thank you!!
*cues Beyonce's Run the World (Girls) haha :) -BK
But it has to be unplugged for 1 whole minute :p
Correction, 1 minute and 15 seconds
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Same. Lol
It works!!!! My washer is 21 years old and stopped with water in the bottom which I only noticed once I slopped water across my feet. I went to spin only and it drained but wouldn't spin. I bypassed my overworked husband, who happened to finally fall asleep, and went to UA-cam, followed these instructions from a similar video and it worked! So relieved!!!
September 2020, this procedure just saved me hours of my time. Our GE washer stopped agitating but everything else seemed to work. I was about to call customer service, but found this video. Pure magic and thank you GE for making this video.
Thanks GE for posting this! I am not in a financial situation to repair or replace. This reset worked like a champ!
I could kiss whoever made this video right now. THANK YOU!!!! OMG A MILLION THANK YOU’S!!!
When I read the instructions, "open and close 6 times in 12 seconds," I added "do the hokey pokey and you turn yourself around." But I tried it and it WORKED, and THAT'S what it's all about!
THIS VIDEO WAS A LIFESAVER! I took my whole washing machine apart thinking that the pump was clogged. After seeing nothing obstructing it, I out it back together...FRUSTRATED! Then i found this video and all of the frustration went away! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
This worked like charm on my Whirlpool washer saving a service call. Directions were clear and easy to follow, thank you so much!
Still works on washers 13 years after posting. Thank you ❤
We are glad to hear this, Robert! It's wonderful to hear from our amazing customers. If you have any questions, we're here. -AT
So glad to hear your terrific results, Gwen Scott!
I’ve had a washer in my wash room for 3 years that would not spin at all. I would go wash every week. I woke up this morning and said I would go buy a new washer. Something told me to stop and look up my issue I came across this video and I tried it. Exactly how the video says. And it worked!!!!! It took me 3 years to simply google my issue. Do you know how happy I was this morning!! Thank you! Saved me money and time.
Life saver, I just do not have the money for a technician or a new washer right now, so I came to UA-cam for help and stumbled across this video. This worked like a charm. Thank you so much.
Hi, Coolbreeze24 - We’re so happy to hear the good news!
Thought this was a troll but was pleasantly surprised to find this works in 2019
I am using this in 2024
2020 UPDATE- this honestly works. I am so surprised it work. Thank you!
how you did it bro
Glad to hear you found our video, kcplus4563! We are happy our tips helped fix your issue!
GE Appliances washer won't start on regular cycle
We are sorry for your inconvenience, Yvonne. If the reset didn't work, we suggest service at the link below: www.geappliances.com/ge/service-and-support/service.htm?ICID=GEARsupportflyout-service
i have a sensory washer that sense when it is time to start
Hi, JJBAZZI. We’re happy to help. Please keep in mind, once you start lifting and lowering the lid, you must complete the cycle 6 times within 12 seconds. Be sure the lid is fully closed each time. When trying a new cycle, try resetting the water level to a different selection, ensure the speed selector switch is correctly positioned, and check the magnet or lid switch. If your symptoms persist, service may be needed. Appointments may be scheduled on our GE Appliances website. We hope our tips are helpful to you!
Its 2021, just thought i'd let everyone know this works!!
Also can confirm! 👍🏼
This seems like a 2021 prank, on top of all the other pranks. I’m kinda laughing, but trying it. This will be the longest minute ever.
Only on older GEs.
Worked for me today.
Did not work for me. (March 2022)
WermGut - You are very welcome. So glad we were able to help, even at 3:30 AM! Thanks for letting us know!
Michelle with GE
Hi Nelson - Thanks so much for your great feedback. I’m so glad our advice was of help to you. Enjoy your trip to Yankeetown! Regards, Jill with GE
MrKennyearl - I am glad that we were able to help out! Thanks for letting us know it worked. Sheree with GE
Does this wor on any ge model washer ?
I literally just finished doing this for my Frigidaire washing machine. To my surprise it worked. I followed it step by step. Though instead of lifting and closing the lid 6 times I did it 10 times. Either way it worked flawlessly. I still have a deep freezer, a 55' TV and my dryer that I purchased in 2000 that's still running strong after moving from NYC to SC. Thank you much GE your products are AWESOME just as well as this advice!!!
Great video, I'm glad that I own a GE washing machine with a motor reset function. This brought my machine back to life and saved me several hundred dollars and hours of labor. Thank you so much. My machine isn't even the model show in the video.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!! My washer I absolutely love stopped spinning. I literally was getting ready to walk out the door to go buy a new washer !You just saved me $800 +!!!
Lisa, We are happy to hear our video helped you too! Have a great day!
GE Appliances omg i just tried this & it worked 🙌🏾
Thank you, GE, for this extremely helpful video! I had my work uniforms in the wash when it decided to stop mid-cycle, and this information helped me get it working again! ❤️❤️
Thanks for your feedback! We are glad that the video helped get your washer working again. TH
Katie Artz, You are welcome! Thanks for letting us know the video resolved your issue.
I just tried it and it worked.....it's 3:30 AM and I have no funds for stuff like this. I am sooooo unspeakably grateful!!! Many, many thanks to you!
You're welcome Nicholas! We are so happy to hear this video helped.
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Hello Carlos - please visit: products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=34638 We hope this helps! -NC
Great job, Becky! We are proud of you too and I am so glad that we could help out! I hope that you enjoy your GE washer for years to come! Sheree with GE
Started running, thank you!
I had just about given-up after watching SEVERAL videos and reading tons od forums on washing machine repairs with NO LUCK at all. I said a prayer (literally) over my machine, came back to watch more videos, and this was the next video on my monitor. I just knew this was going to work! I had already destroyed the door switch trying to "fix" my machine (Lol), so I installed a toggle switch and just flipped it from off to on 6 times. IT WORKS, AGAIN! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! And I thank God too!
God is good
Thanks for sharing, Maidenist2 - we are happy to know your washer is back in action! Jill with GE
Does this work in the newer models ?
James G Hull - We appreciate you taking the time to give GE such positive feedback! I'm glad that it worked out.
-Sheree with GE
Thanks for the hint I'm glad that I was smart enough to not waste time and came straight to you tube for the answer. That's my trick to save time and head aches.
Hi Kristine - I'm so glad to hear it worked! Thanks for sharing. Jill with GE
Its 12/25/2019, Christmas day, and the washer wasn't spinning out. I found this video and fallowed the instructions very much to my surprise it worked. Thank you.
We are so glad this helped, orellana51! Happy washing!
Omg thank you thought I was going have to get a new washer and this saved me lol worked like a charm
Exactly what we want to hear! Thanks for letting us know that you were able to reset your washer, and get it up and running again. Sheree with GE.
Does this work on frigidaire washers also?
RadioClambake - Glad to hear it worked! Thanks for letting us know. - Michelle from GE
Worked perfect! I was afraid I was going to have to start taking my washer apart. I honestly wondered if there was a way to reset it but figured it was “low tech” it wouldn’t have an option for that. So, thank you for posting this video!
Thank you!!!! My first ever washer repair. This plus a separate video on removing the front plate helped me fix my machine on the first try!!! Can do laundry again for first time in weeks. Cheers, GE Appliances!
I want to thank you for this video. I followed the instructions and reset the motor on my GE washer. Such a relief. Thank you,
Allan
We're so happy to be of help, allanovis! This is what we like to hear!
Replaced the drive belt and rubber dampers and the lid switch. Washer wouldn’t spin or agitate. After many youtube videos I found yours. I should have found this first. Did as you instructed and the washer agitator and spin sprung to life!
Thanks for a life saver.
Stephany, We don't manufacture Whirlpool, but you could try this and see if it helps! If not, we recommend contacting Whirlpool and see if they can assist you further. Good luck!
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Hi - I'm afraid we don't have this video in Spanish but here are the written instructions - you can copy these and put in a translator app:
Unplug the washer for 1 minute
Plug the washer back in and lift and lower the lid 6 times within a 12 second period.
You have 30 seconds to start lifting and lowering the lid.
The lid must be raised a minimum of 2"
Make sure you close the lid completely each time.
The motor has now been reset and is ready for you to start a cycle.
I hope this helps -CC
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Hi Heidi- please let us know if we can help you with something. Thanks -CC
Hi, Dawn - We're glad to know your washer is working well, now!
This video is awesome. I followed directions and my washer is working great.
Took a short time to get it working. Thank you!
454Logan - Great to hear! Thanks for letting us know. Michelle with GE
Omg it worked! I was debating whether or not to replace the washer but I know it was draining but not spinning. This is so simple that it doesn't seem like it would work but it did! Awesome video
We're so happy to hear this, Chrystal! We appreciate your feedback.
Blown away!!! My washing machine hasn't been draining or spinning for a month now and first try using this video it worked!!! It took me all of 3 minutes and best of all it was free and I can wash clothes again with no problems!!
Interestingly enough about a week later I think I put too much of a heavy load in which I should have probably known better not to stuff the washing machine but I guess I can say I was testing my limits. LoL... However I tried the little trick again and it worked like a charm!!
This video is GREAT!!! I've tried many times to reset. It was not successful in the beginning. Then I read all those successful comments. That gave me confidence.
I had lifted the lid many times and felt the magnet does not strong enough to get reset. So I removed the magnet from the lid and put it together with the other magnet. It did not turn at all in the 1st or 2nd round then I move the magnet left, right, front and back many times. I can see it makes clockwise turn then counter clockwise turn. At least it can turn, I feel so good. Maybe 4 or 5 times later, it can fully spin. It's really really good. Thanks GE Appliances, you really make my day.
Washer stopped spinning, opened it up to find out that the belt had broken. Replaced the belt and started the washer again, no agitation or spinning. Stepped out to go shop for a new one when on my way to the store a friend sent me this video. Turned back around, got home , followed the instructions in the video and the washer started spinning again!! Thank you GE for saving me $$ and now time to buy some steak for my friend.
This worked like a charm!!! I feel llike Wonder Woman!!! Thank you!!!
Omg I was just about to buy a new one.... Amazing...
Thank you for this! This video just helped us revive and fix our washing machine! 2 women and we were able to unplug filter at bottom, clean out coins that were there and reset the machine. Thank you so much!
Another person who needed this to work at 2 AM! It still works in October of 2020!
This fix sounded ridiculous but worked!! Thank you!
This worked for me! Thanks!
Great, let us know if you need anything else!
I'm so happy to hear your issue is resolved, victorcristianonet. Thanks for letting us know! Jill with GE
Between this and the video about the suction hose, I think we've saved quite a bit of money! Works like a charm! Thank you!
THANK YOU SO MUCH! I was just about to go buy a new washer!
I would like to confirm this fix also works on Hotpoint washers! Thanks!!
We're glad to be of help, James Willey! We agree, it is always wise to check You Tube for useful tips!
My ice maker drawer some plastic broke on oger
MY WASHER STOPPED WORKING WHEN A STORM CAUSED THE POWER TO GO IN AND OUT! I WAS DEVASTATED...BUT THIS ACTUALLY WORKED!! I CAN NOT THANK YOU ENOUGH!!
Thank you for the tip I save my self a good 75 dlrs service call , my wife was already thinking on getting new one and i said , hold my beer and let me make a consultation with DR UA-cam 😁 and walaaaaaa more money for my beers 🍻
This worked my mom thought she was going to have to buy a new washer machine but not any more🙂👍🏾
Glad we could help Michell!
This actually works and very helpful to reset the motor but one additional note for the audience; in my case had to remove stuck cloth in the drain pump. Just remove the drain tube attached to the pump to check if there is anything stuck. Now it works 💪 Thanks for the help fellow commentators and GE!
Thank you so much. I searched a long time to finally find this video. I cannot believe that this motor reset technique is NOWHERE in the troubleshooting section of the owners manual. From someone who does not have money to spare - thank you for saving me a hundred or more on a service call.
Dude I can't believe this work!! But it did!!! No BS! I put my wallet back in my pocket. Thank you for real!!!!
Does not work washer is pos must open then close to engage the spin cycle or it won’t spin
I love you so much right now!!! Thank you!!!
We love you more!
kenmore75 cycles 110 volts 6 ampE5354. 65 watts
Noel Hudson do you open the fridge and freezer door?
OMG, I have a Kenmore washer and this worked! I was about to spend $85 hours an hour for a handyman, and this fix took about 2 minutes. Just ran a quick spin cycle and It ran like a champ!!! YAY, UA-cam FIXIT VIDEOS!!!
I just tried this on my hand me down Inglish washing machine that is about mmmmm......15 years old maybe? IT WORKS!!!Praise the Lord for this youtube video!!
Hi, Michaela Boers. We are happy to help. Please review our following link:
www.geappliances.com/search/google/infobase/10013031.htm
Be sure and let us know if we may be of further assistance. Thanks for your inquiry!
kdh
I will never buy GE again. Even The repairman cannot fix mine.
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GE Appliances
clothes washes fine until its time to drain and spin thats when the machines begin to make these unusual sounds and wont continue its process leaving the clothes drenched
Kenmore high efficiency- do the above but after plugging in wait one minute and lift lid 14 times withing 15 seconds! Trial and error.
Thank you. Your suggestion worked out for me, when the raising 6 times didn't. God bless you.😃
THAT IS A GREAT MATCH FOR THE TEAM AND THE COMPAC SYSTEM
I was agitated that my washing machine wasn't agitating! I found this video quick the first two times that I had to reset and I was very relieved and stress free. I have now decided to look this video up in case it happens to me again and to tape a note on the washing machine. Thank you, for this very easy solution to fixing this problem. I have watched other videos and they go into everything from the motor to the connection to the barrel to just way too much stuff. Once again thank you and good job
We are so glad to have helped out, Bubble Blonde. Thanks for the pat on the back and making our day! Happy holidays! -SF
robinator - So glad the video helped resolve your issue. Thanks for sharing!
Worked perfectly, thanks!
Gotta love UA-cam and the internet, just saved me a bunch of $$, thanks!
+AnchorCaddie This is what we like to hear! Thanks for posting! JP
GE Stackable Washer/Dryer combo is the worst investment that I have ever made!!! THE WORST! !
Maytag is no better . Thousand+ dollars down the drain .
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Buy a older whirlpool direct drive stackable washer and dryer they are better machines and they are worth fixing.
Thank you for this video! My washer is over 20 years old and this problem just started. I was so shocked when it fixed my problem! Thank you. Using this video in 2024
You're welcome! We are so glad this worked for you. 🙂
Will try this as well, my machine makes a beeping sound then just stops
If the tips in this video don't solve the issue you're experiencing, please provide your model number, so we can look into this for you.
Instructions for locating your model number can be found here: spklr.io/6056qJEw
SaltOfTheEarth07 - Great to hear! Thanks for your feedback! - Michelle from GE
1. Unplug the washing machine for approx 1 minute and plug it back in.
2. You have 30 seconds to lift and close the lid 6 within 12 seconds ( you only need to lift the lid >2 inches )
3. Run a small load without placing clothes in the unit and if it fills and starts agitating you may start placing clothes in the washing machine during this small load cycle.
4. if it doesn't agitate during that small load run call for service. Also if this happends again you should call for service.
5. your welcome
What if it agitates but run on spin?
1. Power down the unit by unplugging the washer from the outlet.
2. Wait approximately 1 minute and plug the washer back into the outlet.
3. You now have 30 seconds after the unit is powered up to lift and lower the lid 6 times.
Once you start lifting and lowering the lid, you must complete the cycle 6 times within 12 seconds.
1-800-GE-CARES (1-800-432-2737
2023 - My washer stop spinning but everything else worked. Followed the instruction and it worked!
Every manufacturer should do video like this. Thanks GE
We're glad to hear that you were able to get this fixed, Alexandre! We love to hear that the video was helpful as well. If you have any questions in the future, we're here. -AT
You are my new best friend!!!! You just saved me many tears and much vexation!!!
My old GE washer did not have a computer that caused my washer to fail after just a few years and it lasted 25 years. It seems really stupid of GE to put a computer in the washer at all... oh wait... it is not stupid, It would appear that GE expected the washer to break, that is why they put this secret back door code in the washer that allows anyone who knows it to unlock the motor and use the equipment they bought. It reminds me of the "up up down down left right left right B A Start" of the old Nintendo cheat codes. Those who knew them could get unlimited lives. Those who didn't were just out of luck. If GE really wanted their customers to have a reset option why not just put a big red "RESET" button on the front of the machine???
agree with you
lorianne621 they do it for more $$$
lorianne621 you forgot after b a it's"select select" start... Lol. Jk.
lorianne621 they make them cheap today so we consumers have to keep buying. LG is the worst of offenders with all of their appliances
kingofkisses2008 k
When you said 6 times within 12 sec idk if I can believe this
This is the best video I have EVER seen on a diy fix!!! Thank u !!
Atochabsh- I am glad to hear our suggestion worked for you and spared the cost of a repair. Thanks for sharing your experience. Alison with GE.
i started laughing when she said to lift and lower the lid 6 times...am i being punked? or does this really work?
How true, keeks410, but this really does work! We're glad to provide an easy solution for our customers!
Awesome, Wendee!
keeks410 it works! lol
We're glad to hear that, Stephanie! -NC
No That's how to reset it. Look up how to shut the dinger (belt minder) off in a Ford. It includes hooking and unhooking the seat belt 9 times then turning on and off the headlights.
I've done this several times and still won't spin! give me my money back this machine is crap!
Hi MrEmems - Thank you for reaching out to us. I am happy to help. Yes, your model WPRE6150H0WT comes equipped with a HydroWave wash system. If your washer does not agitate or spin, please try these instuctions to reset your motor. I hope this video is of help to you. Thanks, Jill with GE
I thank you from the bottom of my heart, our washer stopped spinning. And wouldn’t Spill the water out, I was so scared we had to get a new one, and right now , we don’t have any extra money for that, all it needed was to restart it, and it worked, my brother did just what it you said, Thank you
Thanks for the information! Our washer stopped spinning today and was thinking I had to start repairing it or have it serviced, but with this simple fix, all was ok.
Leon Bain - Great news! Thanks for your feedback. - Michelle with GE
Thank you very much for this tip and I spent just 15 seconds to have my washer fixed.
I have no idea how this particular video came up first~ all I put in the search bar was "automatic washer won't spin", and this is actually my machine! have never needed any help with it previous to today; but this seems to have gotten it going again... Thanks Much!
This was extremely helpful. My Maytag was doing nothing. I found this video and I just did a load. Thank you for posting!
Hi, Ervin Felton - We are thrilled to know our video was such a great help to you! Thanks so much for taking the time to let us know!
I have an older GE washer from 2000, and it was agitating, but not spinning, and this still worked! Thanks!
Hi Andrew, We are so happy to hear that our video helped you with your washer. Thanks so much for letting us know! Have a good day!
This is the same for Kenmore. It worked for me! Thank you so much!