Washer displays E80 and may not start; door may lock and unlock repeatedly.

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Control board not synchronizing with door lock, Intermittent door lock switch, Loose lock wiring, Software timing issue

Safety First: Unplug the washer.

Inspect door lock: Check for physical damage and test continuity of lock switches. Replace the lock if intermittent.
Check wiring: Reseat connectors at the lock and control board.
Control replacement: If a new lock does not resolve E80, the main control may be at fault.

Medium 3/5

GE Door Lock Assembly, GE Main Control Board

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