GE washer not filling

What to expect when you experience a GE washer not filling issue

How is the not filling problem fixed?

Correcting most not filling problems usually involves replacing the water valve assembly, electronic control board or water level pressure switch. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

Sears Home Services recommendations for a washer that is not filling

When the washer is not filling it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of washer failures.

What to look out for with a washer not filling diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your washer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

GE Washer Won’t Fill Troubleshooting

When your GE washer won’t fill, check to make sure that the lid is shut on a top loader or the front load washer door is closed fully. Most GE washers won’t start the cycle and begin filling if the door or lid is open. If the door or lid is shut but the control doesn’t accurately detect the lid or door position, you’ll likely need to have the washer serviced by a technician. Schedule washer repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the problem.

The next thing to check when your GE washer won’t fill is the water supply faucets behind the washing machine. Make sure that those water supply faucets are fully open. If you find them shut, open the faucets to supply water to your GE washer and it should start filling.

If you suspect a problem with the water supply going to your washer, shut off the water supply valves and disconnect the fill hoses from the back of the washing machine. Place the ends of the fill hoses in a bucket and briefly open the water supply valves to check water flow through the fill hoses. If you have no water supply going to the washer, have a plumber fix the washer water supply.

If these basic troubleshooting tips don’t help you find and resolve the problem with your GE washer that won’t fill, schedule washer repair service and we’ll fix the fill problem for you.

Why is my GE Washer Not Filling All the Way?

If you have an HE (high-efficiency) GE washer not filling all the way, you may not be used to the lower water level that the washer uses if your previous washer was a conventional deep fill model. Even if you use the deep fill option on a GE HE washer, the control will only add about 3 more gallons of water.

For a front-load washer, you’ll barely be able to see the water in the bottom of the washer because the HE front loader uses very little water to clean clothes.

Becoming accustomed to the water fill levels in HE washers takes time many people. The HE washers will still clean clothes effectively using much less water than a conventional top-load washer. Just don’t overload an HE washer and use HE detergent to avoid excessive suds. Also, you’ll typically only need about a tablespoon of HE detergent to clean most loads in an HE washer.

If you have a conventional deep fill GE washer not filling all the way, a problem with the water level pressure switch is often the cause of the problem. Schedule washer repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician visit your home and fix the fill problem.