Washer displays E84 and may not lock into spin or may stop with heavy loads.

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

Overloaded drum, Binding bearings, Worn drive belt slipping, Weak motor

Safety First: Unplug the washer before internal inspection.

Reduce load: Remove some items and run a spin-only cycle.
Check belt: Inspect the drive belt for glazing, cracks, or looseness. Replace if worn.
Check bearings: Spin the drum by hand; if noisy or rough, the tub bearings may be failing.
Replace worn parts: Replace the belt, motor, or rear tub/bearing assembly as needed.

Hard 4/5

GE Drive Belt, GE Drive Motor, GE Rear Tub / Bearing Assembly

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