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    My GE washer spins but clothes are still wet - what can it be?
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    Does it sound as loud as it normally does? If it doesn't, it can be either a bad motor coupler or bad control board.
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    Washer is agitating but tub is not spinning. What should I do?
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    Get an appliance repairman. It could be as cheap as your lid switch or it could be most of the way to a new washer if your motor, transmission or clutch are dying.
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    My GE Washing Machine does not spin. The belt seems okay. What else could have happened?
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    It could be as cheap as your Lid Switch or it could be most that your motor, transmission or clutch are dying.
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    What do I do if my washer won't do a spin cycle?
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    Call in an Appliance Repairer. You can also check if you have a warranty, and see if that will cover the cost of any repairs.
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    How do I get at the bolts on the motor?
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    Usually you'd use a ratchet with the correct socket attached. 1/4-inch ratchets are nice and small and fit most anywhere. They even make pivoting head ratchets for really difficult access.
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    It fills, agitates, and drains, but it won't spin. What's the problem?
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    Your coupler is fine, but your lid switch or belt might have gone bad, or, your motor, transmission or clutch could be failing or need replacement. Call in an appliance repair person or get a new washer.
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    What do I do if my machine is not filling to the proper level?
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    Replace the water level switch and possibly the water switch tubing. They wear out over time and will fail to "tell" the machine when it's filled to the proper level.
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