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📋 Error Code Index — GE Washer

E1Water Inlet Fault E2Drain Fault E3Lid / Door Switch Fault E5Motor Control Fault E8Imbalance Error tE3Temperature Sensor Fault (Hot)

Water Inlet Fault

Washer not filling with water within allowed time.

Medium Priority

Possible Causes
Supply valves closed or restricted
Inlet valve solenoid failed
Low water pressure
Inlet hose screens clogged
Diagnostic Steps
1Verify both supply valves fully open
2Check water pressure — minimum 20 psi
3Clean inlet hose screens
4Test inlet valve and replace if failed

Drain Fault

Washer not draining within allowed time.

Medium Priority

Possible Causes
Drain pump filter blocked
Drain hose kinked
Drain pump motor failed
Diagnostic Steps
1Clean drain pump filter
2Check drain hose for kinks
3Test drain pump motor and replace if failed

Lid / Door Switch Fault

Lid or door switch not confirming closed — cycle cannot continue.

Medium Priority

Possible Causes
Lid/door not fully closed
Switch failed internally
Wiring to switch open
Diagnostic Steps
1Close lid or door firmly
2Inspect latch or lid switch for damage
3Test switch continuity and replace if open when closed

Motor Control Fault

Motor control unit fault detected during operation.

High Priority

Possible Causes
Motor control board failed
Drive motor fault causing board overload
Wiring harness loose
Diagnostic Steps
1Check wiring harness connections
2Power cycle unit 60 seconds
3Test drive motor and replace control board as indicated

Imbalance Error

Load imbalance detected — spin cycle cannot complete safely.

Low Priority

Possible Causes
Single heavy item creating extreme imbalance
Items clumped on one side of drum
Overloaded drum
Diagnostic Steps
1Open lid/door and redistribute load evenly
2Remove some items if overloaded
3Restart spin cycle

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Temperature Sensor Fault (Hot)

Hot water temperature sensor reading outside expected range.

Medium Priority

Possible Causes
Temperature sensor failed
Connector loose or corroded
Diagnostic Steps
1Check sensor connector
2Test sensor resistance
3Replace temperature sensor if out of specification

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Important Notice: Error code information on this page is based on GE manufacturer service documentation. Always disconnect power and water supply before inspecting internal components. AppliancesCare Appliance Repair LLC provides this information for educational purposes only.