Ge Washer Lid Lock Switch Bypass

My model has three wire lid ge model gtw680 bsj0ws.

Ge washer lid lock switch bypass.

To unlock the lid. 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. 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. Washing machine door lock motor and switch assembly.

The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. This manufacturer approved lid lock part number wh01x26114 is for washers. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. Look for the lid lock switch on the underside of the top panel and where it fits into the appliance.

This is done to reduce the risk of water spillage damage to the components or injury to the user. I assumed lid switch bad and so tried to bypass switch. W ire colors at the lid switch are yellow red and violet. Unplug the washer before installing this part.

That way you ll have no difficulty accessing it with your tools. Wilkeyeverett the lid lock and switch are together in one part. Wear work gloves to protect your hands. Remove the lid lock switch assembly.

Enter model number to search for the required part. Checking between red and yellow wire at the same board connector will show the continuity of the lid switch. Pausing the machine will allow you to open the lid. It requires 120 vac to activate the lock.

Ge washer door or lid won t lock. Place a magnet between the two so there is a magnetic connection between the lid lock and the solenoid inside the washer. 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. Like many washing machines ge made washing machines have a safety feature that prevents the washer from running with the lid open.

This feature can be disabled for testing purposes only. Lid lock wh01x26114 prevents the washer lid from opening during the wash cycle and spin cycle. Lower the assembly carefully and let it dangle freely from its wire harness at around chest level.