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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairGE Washer Won't Spin or Stops Mid-Cycle? Lid Switch #WH12X10334
GE Washer Won't Spin or Stops Mid-Cycle? Lid Switch #WH12X10334
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$35.86Estimated Savings
$112.5003:25
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the lid switch assembly on a GE top-loading washing machine. The most common reasons for replacing the lid switch are when the washer is not spinning or won’t turn on.
All of the information for this lid switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Americana
All of the information for this lid switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Americana
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to remove the screws at the back of the control panel.
3
Slide the panel to the side to detach it from the main top.
4
Detach the wires from the control board and set the control panel aside.
5
Now, insert a putty knife under the main top to release the two spring clips securing the front panel.
6
Pull the front panel forward and lift up to remove.
7
Next, remove the two screws securing the main top.
8
Slide the main top forward slightly, lift up and use pliers to squeeze the lid switch wire retainer to release it from the frame.
9
Now lift up the lid squeeze the tab to release the old lid switch and pull it through the opening in the main top.
10
Set the main top aside.
11
Now cut the wires as close to the old switch as possible to remove it.
12
You’re now ready to install the new lid switch.
13
Trim the new switch wires to an appropriate length and strip off a quarter inch of insulation from both the new and existing wires.
14
Splice the wires together by twisting and securing with wire nuts.
15
Reconnect the wire retainer if applicable and zip-tie the excess wire to the frame.
16
Position and snap the new lid switch into the main top.
17
Now align the slots in the main top with the mounting tabs on the frame and push the main top back into place.
18
Secure with the screws in the front.
19
Reposition the front panel by aligning the tabs on the base with the slots at the bottom of the panel.
20
Align the pins on the front of the cabinet with the holes in the front panel and snap the panel into position.
21
Reconnect the wires to the control board.
22
Insert the tabs on the bottom of the control panel into the slots in the main top and slide the panel to the side to lock it into place.
23
Replace the screws to secure the control panel.
24
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 repair instructions for replacing the lid switch assembly on a GE top-loading washing machine. The most common reasons for replacing the lid switch are when the washer is not spinning or won’t turn on.
All of the information for this lid switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Americana
All of the information for this lid switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Americana
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to remove the screws at the back of the control panel.
3
Slide the panel to the side to detach it from the main top.
4
Detach the wires from the control board and set the control panel aside.
5
Now, insert a putty knife under the main top to release the two spring clips securing the front panel.
6
Pull the front panel forward and lift up to remove.
7
Next, remove the two screws securing the main top.
8
Slide the main top forward slightly, lift up and use pliers to squeeze the lid switch wire retainer to release it from the frame.
9
Now lift up the lid squeeze the tab to release the old lid switch and pull it through the opening in the main top.
10
Set the main top aside.
11
Now cut the wires as close to the old switch as possible to remove it.
12
You’re now ready to install the new lid switch.
13
Trim the new switch wires to an appropriate length and strip off a quarter inch of insulation from both the new and existing wires.
14
Splice the wires together by twisting and securing with wire nuts.
15
Reconnect the wire retainer if applicable and zip-tie the excess wire to the frame.
16
Position and snap the new lid switch into the main top.
17
Now align the slots in the main top with the mounting tabs on the frame and push the main top back into place.
18
Secure with the screws in the front.
19
Reposition the front panel by aligning the tabs on the base with the slots at the bottom of the panel.
20
Align the pins on the front of the cabinet with the holes in the front panel and snap the panel into position.
21
Reconnect the wires to the control board.
22
Insert the tabs on the bottom of the control panel into the slots in the main top and slide the panel to the side to lock it into place.
23
Replace the screws to secure the control panel.
24
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the appliance is functioning properly.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Lid Switch Assembly
$35.86
Total$0.00
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