Washer Repair

rmfield · #1 (**permalink**) 10-28-2007, 05:17 PM

I am having a problem with a GE top-loader. It will agitate normally for a few minutes, then the motor will suddenly start operating intermittently on approx. 1/2 to 1 second cycles. If I switch over to spin, the same thing happens. If I let it set for a bit, I can get it going again, but it soon falls back into the intermittent motor problem. When the motor is operating like this, I can hear what sounds like a relay switching on and off in the motor housing. The machine has an electronic timer (not mechanical).

Any suggestions?
Thanks

richappy · #2 (**permalink**) 10-29-2007, 05:09 AM

You have a bad motor centrifical switch. These are not replaceable so you will need to order a new motor.

rmfield · #3 (**permalink**) 10-29-2007, 09:23 AM

Thanks! I'll get one ordered and report the results.

rmfield · #4 (**permalink**) 11-01-2007, 09:01 PM

Update: Installed the new motor kit (motor, harness and capacitor) last night and the washer runs great! Thanks for the help Richappy.

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GE Washer - Motor Intermittent

Washer Repair

I am having a problem with a GE top-loader. It will agitate normally for a few minutes, then the