Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairGE Top Load Washer Drain Hose Replacement #WH41X374

GE Top Load Washer Drain Hose Replacement #WH41X374

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drain hose that connects the drain pump to the back of the washer on GE, RCA, and Hotpoint top-load washing machines. The most common reasons for replacing the hose are when the washer leaks water, especially only during the spin cycle, or won’t drain.

All of the information in this hose replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint, RCA

Step By Step Instructions

1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to insert a putty knife under the main top to release the two spring clips securing the front panel.
3
Pull the front panel forward and lift up to remove.
4
Release the clamp securing the old hose to the pump and pull the hose off.
5
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
6
Next, remove the screws to release the drain hose retainer at the rear of the cabinet and pull the drain hose out.
7
Again be prepared for water to spill.
8
Fold in the outer lip of the old hose you’re replacing and push it through the rear panel.
9
Pull the old hose out of the cabinet and remove the clamp.
10
Install the new hose by first sliding the clamp onto the appropriate end.
11
Align the opposite end of the hose with the hole in the rear panel and squeeze the lip of the hose to push it through.
12
Insert the drain hose.
13
Secure the retainer with the screws.
14
Connect the new hose to the drain pump and secure it with the clamp.
15
Reposition the front panel by aligning the tabs on the base with the slots at the bottom of the panel.
16
Align the pins on the front of the cabinet with the holes in the front panel and snap the panel into position.
17
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the appliance is functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drain hose that connects the drain pump to the back of the washer on GE, RCA, and Hotpoint top-load washing machines. The most common reasons for replacing the hose are when the washer leaks water, especially only during the spin cycle, or won’t drain.

All of the information in this hose replacement video is applicable to the following brands: GE, Hotpoint, RCA
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to insert a putty knife under the main top to release the two spring clips securing the front panel.
3
Pull the front panel forward and lift up to remove.
4
Release the clamp securing the old hose to the pump and pull the hose off.
5
Be prepared for some water to spill out.
6
Next, remove the screws to release the drain hose retainer at the rear of the cabinet and pull the drain hose out.
7
Again be prepared for water to spill.
8
Fold in the outer lip of the old hose you’re replacing and push it through the rear panel.
9
Pull the old hose out of the cabinet and remove the clamp.
10
Install the new hose by first sliding the clamp onto the appropriate end.
11
Align the opposite end of the hose with the hole in the rear panel and squeeze the lip of the hose to push it through.
12
Insert the drain hose.
13
Secure the retainer with the screws.
14
Connect the new hose to the drain pump and secure it with the clamp.
15
Reposition the front panel by aligning the tabs on the base with the slots at the bottom of the panel.
16
Align the pins on the front of the cabinet with the holes in the front panel and snap the panel into position.
17
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the appliance is functioning properly.

Applicable Product Model

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Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Top Loading
Product Diagram & Manuals
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$7.62
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