I have replaced the lid lock unplugged it for an extended period of time attempted to reset it and it does not appear that any of the connections are loose.
Ge washer lid lock reset.
The stop pause button was pressed to temporarily stop the cycle and was not reset.
If there is a pause in the washer cycle the controls will lock up.
2 plug the washer back in and lift and lower the lid 6 times within a 12 second period.
This can reset the washer and clear the flashing lid lock light.
The pause can occur because of the following.
If the washer was stopped before the cycle was complete.
Plug the washing machine back in and then within 30 seconds quickly open and close the lid six times.
You cannot set the washer to lock for the entire cycle.
I have a ge top load washer model gtw680bsj5ws.
You have 30 seconds to start lifting and lowering the lid.
This is done to reduce the risk of water spillage damage to the components or injury to the user.
When attempting this make sure power is off to the washer and use extreme caution.
To reset washing machines that use the ge hydrowave system start by unplugging the washer for one minute.
The lid must be raised a minimum of 2 ensure the magnetic connection on the lid is interrupted.
If not the tech sheet will map out the arrangement of the wires on the control board.
Hopefully these will be color coded.
How do i reset my ge washing machine.
Plug the washer back into the outlet and then open and close the washer lid 5 times in a 12 second period within the first 30 seconds of powerup.
Top load washer lid lock feature.
Like many washing machines ge made washing machines have a safety feature that prevents the washer from running with the lid open.
A power failure or if it was put in the test mode at the factory.
Most washing machine models come with a thin booklet attached to the back or bottom interior.
You ll need to do this within a 12 second period.
The lid lock flashing reasons causes and repair solutions are for most whirlpool kitchenaid maytag amana and kenmore top loading washing machines.
1 unplug the washer for 1 minute from the electrical outlet.
It is not sensing that the lid is closed and therefore will not start.
The majority of washing machine lid lock switches are powered by 3 or 4 wires each of which performs a different function.
Raise the lid at least 2 inches and make sure it closes each time.