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    Mar 9, 2011, 09:01 AM
    GE Washing machine timer knob off cycle
    For a couple of days we have had water on the floor from the washing machine. (in the garage thank goodness). So I realized that part of the problem was even if I had the load set to "small", the water would fill all the way to the top. So if it was set to medium and large, it was overflowing causing the water on the ground.
    Ok next scenario, I did a load, and forgot to put in the softener (the washing machine had finished the cycle), so I turn the timer knob to rinse, and it starts agitating instead. Then I turn the timer knob to each notch and I realize the knob is off cycle. Anyone know how I can fix this? The washing machine is 5 yrs old, and I have replaced the timer knob assembly twice, because of the cheap plastic that breaks down after a while.
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    Mar 9, 2011, 09:10 AM
    OK I'm not for sure, but I think I somehow managed to get the timer knob back on track.
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    Mar 9, 2011, 09:38 AM
    Never mind, it's not back on track...
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    Mar 9, 2011, 11:11 AM
    MAN I sure do wish someone had a good answer! I'm feeling a bit neurotic at this point. It's now stuck on agitate. Each time I turn the knob and hear the click, it just agitates.
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    Mar 13, 2011, 08:32 AM
    My guess is that you need a new timer, but I would suggest that you find a used appliance place first and try to get a used timer because they are expensive. Bad timers are common with some models and apparently you have a lemon. DrTom4444
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    Mar 13, 2011, 05:42 PM
    Thank you. Yeah we didn't get the most expensive washing machine in the first place. We are new homeowners and needed a new washer and dryer quickly so we got a GE maybe cost about 500 or so? I wonder if I could test the timer with one of those continuity thingies... sorry I don't know the correct wording for that thing I'm talking about.
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    Mar 13, 2011, 07:09 PM
    With a chart you could test it with an ohm meter. There is a timer motor which can be tested and it has a lot of switches on it. You need a chart showing what switches are closed at what point to be able to test it. I really do not know where you would find this on the internet, but you may find one at a service department where they sell them. DrTom4444
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    Mar 13, 2011, 07:39 PM
    Thank you
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    Mar 28, 2011, 09:27 AM
    This is strange, but after trying to wash several times, it seems that it got back on it's correct cycle. Strangest thing. It works just fine now!!

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