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My solenoid has failed and plunger is covered with melted plastic. Part Details - GE Solenoid Assembly, part number: AP2039738 Looks like what I need However, in reading other posts, it looks like a failed/failing timer will just cause this to happen again. My washer has a 'sequence switch'. Part Details - GE Sequence Switch, part number: AP2039701I've disassembled this and it's REALLY simple.. just a couple of metal posts and a simple hobby motor. I've slighted rebent the arms to possibly prevent 'sticking', but I'm not sure this model is susceptible to that problem. I've also notice the housing looks slightly warped from time/heat and the two halves are not very tight. Should I just replace the solenoid, replace both, or super-glue the switch shut tight for a one last chance at extending the life of this 8-year old washer? Thanks, Mike
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The solenoid will have to be replaced.
Without being there cannot say if the timer also needs replacing.
Often sticking contacts is caused but pitting so I would clean the contacts that run the solenoid.
You can check that it is running OK by monitoring the voltage across the solenoid.
It should get 120 volts for a couple seconds. 10 seconds or more would be an indication of a timer problem which causes it to overheat. |
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Thanks, I used a jeweler's file to smooth out the contacts inside the timer switch. I didn't see any pitting, but there was a lot of black from arcing.
Changed out the solenoid and it's working fine now.
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