GE AppliancesGeneral Electric CompanyLouisville, Kentucky 4022531-9135GE Front Load WasherWBVH6240WCVH6260WHDVH626Technical Service GuideDECEMBER 2005

– 10 –Sorting Wash LoadsLoading the WasherWash drum may be fully loaded with looselyadded items. Do not wash fabrics containingflammable materials (wa

– 11 –Dispenser Drawer Area: Detergent and fabric softener may build up in thedispenser drawer. Residue should be removed once or twice a month. Remo

– 12 –Pedestal Installation (Washer and Dryer)Optional 12-in. high storage drawer pedestals with dividers are available to provide convenience and ext

– 13 –Place the pedestal against the bottom of the washer or dryer. Ensure that the drawer front is at the front of the washer or dryer.Align the hole

– 14 –Ensure that the slides are closed, then slide the drawer into the opening. Align the drawer supports to the slides on each side.Reinstall the or

– 15 –Stacking InstructionsThe GE front load washer is designed to allow certain models of the GE dryer to be placed on top (stacking). Dryer models

– 16 –To stack the dryer:Caution: Do not lay dryer on its back. Use the packing material or a protective surface when laying dryer on its side.Careful

– 17 –Set the dryer upright using packing material or a protective surface that ensures the brackets do not damage the fl oor.Place and level the washe

– 18 –Operation OverviewBasic Wash CycleNote: See Component Locator Views for identifi cation and location of washer components.After a load is placed

– 19 –Cold:Cold water valve energized.Cold selection is tempered by default for main wash.Cold can be tempered by cycling of hot water valve to achiev

– 2 –IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICEThe information in this service guide is intended for use byindividuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical,elec

– 20 –Component Locator ViewsThermistorHeating ElementPump Outlet HoseTub Drain HosePumpDamperInverterMotorWater Level ControlWater ValveLine FilterDi

– 21 –Dispenser DrawerTub Drive PulleyBeltMotorComponent Locator Views (Con't)

– 22 –Control BoardOutput To MotorDC Input Voltage from Control Board120 VAC Input From Control BoardP4P2P7P9P3P5P1P8P6P1 Door lock and line fi lterP2

– 23 –Washer ComponentsSlide the top panel rearward 1 inch then lift the panel.3.Service PanelRemoval of the service panel provides access to the pump

– 24 –From inside the cabinet, lift and push forward to release the bottom tab from the front bracket.5.Bottom TabSide TabPush the control panel towar

– 25 –Control BoardThe control board is mounted in a housing that is attached to the inside of the control panel. The control board and housing are re

– 26 –Door LockThe door lock contains a door switch and solenoid operated locking and unlocking mechanism. A release ring, located at the bottom, all

– 27 –Remove the spring and wire from the gasket.Pull the right side of the gasket away from the front panel.Pull the door lock to the opening and rem

– 28 –Front PanelThe front panel is hung on 2 hooks attached to the cabinet and held in place with 4 Phillips-head screws. A gasket provides a waterti

– 29 –Dispenser AssemblyThe dispenser assembly provides automatic dispensing of detergent, bleach, and fabric softener as long as the user fi lls the c

– 3 – Table of ContentsBasic Wash Cycle ...

– 30 –Note: Reinstall dispenser vent hose with notch aligned on dispenser tank and ensure seam remains aligned with the pointer on the outer tub.Point

– 31 –Remove the 8 Phillips-head screws that attach the control rear cover and the front bracket. 9. Screw LocationsRe

– 32 –Note: The inlet pipe seal is diffi cult to install, place a small amount of liquid soap on the seal. Install the inlet pipe in alignment with the

– 33 –Water Level ControlThe water level control is installed on the cabinet right side top brace. The water level control is connected by a hose to a

– 34 –Overfl ow Water LevelOperation of the water level control can be checked by using service test mode t06. (See Service Test Mode.) Specifi c failur

– 35 –To remove the water valve:Disconnect the 2 blue wires and the orange wire from the cold water (C) solenoid.Disconnect the 2 blue wires and the b

– 36 –To remove the pump:Remove the service panel.Caution: Under normal conditions, approximately 1 quart of water will drain out when the pump cleano

– 37 –(Continued Next Page)Thermistor10-mm Hex-Head NutHeater AssemblyThe heater assembly is located above the pump, and is accessed from the front o

– 38 –To replace the thermistor:Push the thermistor into the rubber gasket until fully seated.Note: Ensure heater assembly is fully seated in the tub.

– 39 –InverterThe inverter receives commands from the control board and controls motor operation. The inverter is enclosed in a protective housing and

– 4 –Model NumberNomenclatureThe letter des ig nat ing the year re peats every 12 years.Example: T - 1974 T - 1986 T - 1998The nomenclature tag i

– 40 –Slide the inverter rearward to clear the guides that hold the rear of the inverter to the chassis.Remove the inverter thru the enlarged opening

– 41 –Note: The sensor and sensor wiring can be checked at the control board. Check for a resistance value of approximately 118 Ω resistance between t

– 42 –Note: The threaded plate can fall out of the recessed slot in the motor mount. Ensure this plate is reinserted in the slot upon reassembly.Note:

– 43 –Grasp and unsnap the door cover from the door frame.Lift the door glass out of the door frame. 4.5.Door GlassNote: Place the door on a soft prot

– 44 –Remove the gasket from the front panel. (See Front Panel.)Push and fold the gasket inside the wash basket.Remove the 6 Phillips-head screws that

– 45 –Note: When reinstalling the nozzle to the gasket, it may be helpful to remove the nozzle from the hose. Ensure that the washer is placed on the

– 46 –DampersEach of the 4 dampers are secured to the outer tub by a gray upper bushing that locks in a slot in the outer tub. Each damper is held t

– 47 –Caution: The nylon locking material used inside the drive nut will be damaged upon removal. Use replacement drive nut (Part # WH02X10211) when r

– 48 –Disconnect the heater assembly wires.Remove the plastic wire tie that holds the heater assembly wiring and the tub ground wire to the outer tub.

– 49 –Outer Tub Assembly and Suspension The outer tub assembly is constructed in two halves and contains the wash basket. The bearing and seal assembl

– 5 –IntroductionThe new GE Front Load Washer has the following features:Energy Star Qualifi cation assures less energy waste and lower utility bills.1

– 50 –Ground WireRemove the top, front top, and bottom counterweights. (See Wash Basket.)Remove the 4 dampers from the outer tub. (See Dampers.)Compre

– 51 –Service Test ModeThe washer control has a service test mode that can be utilized by the service technician in order to test critical components

– 52 –Test ModePress Displays Exitt01 Start/PauseDisplay defi nes model id (01-03). Always displays"---" when control board replaced. Proper

– 53 –Error Code Description Problem Possible Cause/ActionE22Fill timeout - No fi ll/slow fi llFill time exceeds 8 minutes.Ensure manual water supply va

– 54 –Error Code Description Problem Possible Cause/ActionE43DC Fault -InverterInverter failure.Non-recoverable error.Replace inverter control board.•

– 55 –Error Code Description Problem Possible Cause/ActionE4E Under volts after startInitial minimum voltage not received - motor does not run. DC bus

– 56 –Error Code Description Problem Possible Cause/ActionE61 Door unlock switch failureSwitch failure occurs during unlock.Power down (unplug) machin

– 57 –Error Code Description Problem Possible Cause/ActionE67 Water temperature sensor shortedWater temperature sensor shorted.Check water temperature

– 58 –Schematic(Continued Next Page)

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– 6 –Control Features(Continued Next Page)EASYCARESTAIN WASHCOLORS/NORMALWHITESRINSE & SPINSPEEDWASHDELICATESHANDWASHACTIVEWEARHOLD3 SECTOSTOREMYC

– 60 –Warranty for 2005 ProductFor The Period Of: We Will Replace:All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Custo

– 61 –Warranty for 2006 and Later ProductFor The Period Of: We Will Replace:GE Washer Warranty. (For customers in the United States)All warranty servi

– 7 –12PowerPress to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into standby mode.NOTE: Pressing POWER does not disconne

– 8 –Cycle SignalUse the SIGNAL button to change thevolume of the end of cycle signal. Press the button until you reach thedesired volume.PrewashPrewa

– 9 –The Dispenser DrawerSlowly open the dispenser drawer by pulling itout until it stops.After adding laundry products, slowly close thedispenser dra