WWSE5240GW GE Washer Parts List

Tub dampening strap (washer tub dampening strap. If the washing machine tub is off-balance, then one or more of these straps may have broken.)

This part is used to support the tub and keep it in the center of the cabinet to reduce vibration. If your washer is making loud noises, or shakes or moves, one or more of the straps may have broken. It is recommended to replace all 4 tub dampening straps at the same time. This part is sold individually.

Tub seal (washing machine main tub seal. If the washer leaks around the center shaft then the main tub seal is likely defective.)

The tub seal helps prevent any leaking around the transmission of your washer outer tub. If your washer is leaking you may need to replace the seal. The tub seal is located on the bottom of the outer tub, in the center where the transmission comes through to connect to the agitator. This is a genuine OEM part. It is suggested to have it installed by a qualified technician because the seal can be difficult to replace. Please remember to shut off the water supply and disconnect the power to the washer before starting your repair.

Drain hose (washing machine corrugated drain hose, 4-1/2 feet. If the drain hose is cracked, it will leak water during the washer's drain cycle.)

This corrugated drain hose carries the drain water from the washer to the house drain. It is black in color, measures 57-inches long, and both ends of the drain hose can be bent. If your drain hose becomes damaged or cracked, it will cause water to leak on the floor during the wash cycle and you will need to replace the hose. This is a genuine OEM part. Please make sure you shut off the water supply and disconnect the power to the washer before starting your repair. Note: Clip is not included.

Drain pump and motor assembly (washing machine drain pump assembly. The drain pump pushes water through the drain hose during the drain cycle.)

This drain pump motor helps expel water from the washing machine and is activated after the spin speed is maintained for a specific period. If your washer will not drain, is noisy, leaking, or pumps but will not spin, you may need to replace the drain pump motor. This is a genuine OEM part. Please remember to shut off the water supply and disconnect the power to the washer before starting your repair.

Inner tub base hub (hub, inner tub base)

This part is the replacement inner tub base hub for your washer. It is made of metal and is approximately 15 inches in diameter. The inner tub base hub fits between the wash tub and the spin basket, and it holds the spin basket on the gear case shaft. The main reason you would want to replace the hub, is if the washer will not agitate, or if you notice excessive noise or shaking when the washer is in use. Be sure to disconnect the washer from the water and power sources before you begin this repair. This part is sold individually and is and OEM part from the manufacturer.

Socket rod support - white (suspension rod support)

This part is a replacement socket rod support for your washer. The socket rod support is found at the top of the washer frame in the front part of the washer. It supports the suspension rod, so the rod can prevent the tub from shaking too much during operation. If your washer is shaking excessively or emitting an odd sound during use, it may be because the rod support is broken, and the suspension rod is not able to do its job. This part is made of white plastic and is sold individually.

Start/stop button (button for main switch)

This is the start/stop button for your washer. If your washer will not start after the button is depressed, you may need to replace it. However, you may also want to check your door switch, because when the washer will not start, the door switch is often the issue. This part is made of rubber and is gray in color. It is a little bigger than 1 inch in diameter and is sold individually.

Rod and spring assembly Green (suspension rod and spring assembly, Green)

This part helps center and support the drum, transmission and motor assembly.

Screw - black (screw 8-18 ab ihwp 7/8 s)

This screw is sold individually.

Outer tub (washing machine outer tub. *for tub bearing see related items.)

This part holds the water during the wash cycle and houses the spin basket.

Tub cover - white (upper outer tub cover)

This cover goes on top of the balance ring that is located on top of the basket.

Top panel - white (top panel)

Locking clip

Sold individually.

Hinge bushing

Drain hose extension with adapter and clamp (drain hose extension kit with hose inserts and clamps)