GE Washer Knob Issue

Washer Repair
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Hello,

I have a GE top loader washer (Model # WHDSR315D5WW). Normally, when I push the knob on the front panel, the washer tops and pulling the knob starts the cycle; however, since yesterday the when I push the knob, the water starts filling. Also once the washer completes the cycle the knob does not go back in (i.e., in pushed position) so that I can do a new cycle. Please help!

Thanks,
Niket

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Hi.

Please provide correct model number. The one you posted is not coming up.

Thank you.

Simon.

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Hi Simon,

Here’s the manual from GE’s website. The model # is whdsr315

http://genet.geappliances.com/search/search?site=gea-litlib_collection&client=gea-litlib_frontend&output=xml_no_dtd&proxystylesheet=gea-litlib_frontend&filter=0&getfields=*&tlen=150&q=whdsr315

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Hi.

Most likely it’s a bad timer WH12X10254

Here are the breakdown diagrams and http://www.appliancepartspros.com/partsearch/model.aspx?model_id=5242643

Thank you.

Simon.

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Hi Simon - Is there a way I can confirm before I order this expensive part? Is there anything else I can try to see if it works?

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Hi.

I am afraid there is no test to confirm it.
But you always can return any parts even if they been installed.(If you purchased them from APP).

Simon.

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Great. Thanks for the help Simon. I will order the part and post the results after installation.

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You are welcome.

Simon.

10

The part replacement did the trick. Thank you for your help.

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You are welcome.

Simon.

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I also have a GE top loading washer WHDSR315. The washer some time can advance by itself to a certain point, then it stops until I turn the knob clockwise a little bit to start the next step. I have tried different wash cycle choices (Cotton or Easy Care). Both wash cycle only moves to fill and agitate. Then it sits there until I turn the knob/dial to the next step. Is this also a timer problem? Thanks.