How to Reset a GE Appliances Washing Machine
Power-cycle for 60 seconds; GE controls reboot cleanly and re-display real faults on the next cycle.
Reset Steps
- 1
Unplug the washer for 60 seconds.
- 2
Restore power and run a Drain & Spin.
- 3
If the code returns, look it up and follow the fix steps.
💡 Good to know: GE front-load door locks release on power loss after a few minutes — useful when a door-lock fault traps laundry.
If the Code Comes Back
A code that returns after a reset means the underlying fault is still present. Look up your exact code for its causes and step-by-step fix:
E64 Heater open circuit — heating element has failed E61 Water temperature too low E65 Heater relay failure on main control board E71 NTC temperature sensor failure — open circuit E52 Spin speed error — motor not reaching target RPM E43 Drive motor failure E44 Motor speed sensor failure E47 Door lock failure
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I read GE washer fault history without service mode? +
On connected models, yes — the SmartHQ app reports fault history. Otherwise the tech sheet's service-mode sequence displays stored codes on the panel.