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My washer won't drain out, but it spins & agitates

Why won't my GE top load washer drain? It spins and agitates.

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Cause 1

Drain Pump

Sometimes, small objects or articles of clothing can get caught in the drain pump. To determine if anything is blocking the drain pump, remove the drain pump and check the pump for obstructions. If the drain pump is clear of obstructions, but is still noisy during the drain cycle, replace the drain pump.

Cause 2

Clogged Pump or Hose

Sometimes, socks and other small articles of clothing can get into the drain system and clog the pump hose or the pump itself. Remove the hoses from the pump and check for any obstructions.

Cause 3

Lid Switch Assembly

The lid switch assembly prevents the washer from spinning when the lid is open. If the lid switch assembly fails, the washer will not drain. To determine if the lid switch assembly is defective, use a multimeter to test each of the lid switches for continuity. If a lid switch does not have continuity, replace it.

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i have removed my drain pump impeller and cleaned it. There is no obstruction but it does not spin easily.

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there could be the lid switch as the problem

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Had this problem twice.pull pump inlet hose and check for objects jamming impellers.once mine had a bottle rocket stick in it and another time a wire from a bra.

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