Ge Washer Lid Lock Switch Bypass

To unlock the lid.

Ge washer lid lock switch bypass.

This is done to reduce the risk of water spillage damage to the components or injury to the user. Lid lock wh01x26114 prevents the washer lid from opening during the wash cycle and spin cycle. This manufacturer approved lid lock part number wh01x26114 is for washers. The approximate resistance of the lock coil is 70 ohm from red violet from j512 board connector.

My model has three wire lid ge model gtw680 bsj0ws. This feature can be disabled for testing purposes only. The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. Pausing the machine will allow you to open the lid.

Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. Ge toploader washer was clicking relay like clicking sound after water filled but washer would not starting agitate or spin cycles and after a pause displaying end. Look for the lid lock switch on the underside of the top panel and where it fits into the appliance. Washing machine door lock motor and switch assembly.

Lower the assembly carefully and let it dangle freely from its wire harness at around chest level. Remove the lid lock switch assembly. It requires 120 vac to activate the lock. Door lock motor and switch assembly.

W ire colors at the lid switch are yellow red and violet. Step 4 put the lid back down and plug the washing machine back into the electrical outlet. During the spin cycle pausing the washer does unlock the lid but you must wait until the basket has completely coasted down to a stop before the lid unlocks for safety reasons. That way you ll have no difficulty accessing it with your tools.

Enter model number to search for the required part. Like many washing machines ge made washing machines have a safety feature that prevents the washer from running with the lid open. Unplug the washer before installing this part. Checking between red and yellow wire at the same board connector will show the continuity of the lid switch.

Place a magnet between the two so there is a magnetic connection between the lid lock and the solenoid inside the washer. Use a 1 4 inch 0 64 cm nut driver to loosen the two mounting screws holding the box in place on the bottom of the panel. Wilkeyeverett the lid lock and switch are together in one part.