Model # DDE8040LD Official GE laundry washer

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Thermostat

Part #WE4X186

Replaced by #WE4X584

This item is not returnable

$18.44 |

10% OFF Phone Price : $20.44

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Motor assembly

Part #WE17X26

Replaced by #WE17X10010

$223.60 |

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Push button switch

Part #WE4X284

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Switch-safety start

Part #WE4X00

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Timer

Part #WE4X417

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#216

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Pull idler

Part #WE12X45

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Pulley

Part #WE12X44

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Drive belt

Part #WE12X43

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Start switch

Part #WE4X198

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Dryer motor switch

Part #WE4X344

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Why won't my washing machine drain?

Main causes: clogged drain hose, house drain clogged, bad drain pump, water-level pressure switch failure, bad control b…

Why won't my washing machine agitate or spin?

Main causes: worn agitator dogs, bad clutch, broken motor coupler, shifter assembly failure, broken door lock, suspensio…

Why won't my washing machine start?

Main causes: bad lid switch or door lock, bad timer or electronic control board, wiring failure, bad water inlet valve a…

Why your washing machine won't finish its cycle

Main causes: broken lid switch or lid lock, bad pressure switch, broken shifter assembly, faulty control system…

Why is my washing machine noisy or shaking?

Main causes: unbalanced load, loose spanner nut, worn drive block, broken shock absorber or suspension spring, debris in…

Why won't my washing machine fill?

Main causes: no water supply, bad water valves, water-level pressure switch failure, control system failure, bad door lo…

Why doesn't my washing machine work at all?

Main causes: lack of electrical power, wiring failure, bad power cord, electronic control board failure, bad user interf…

Why does my washing machine overfill?

Main causes: leaky water inlet valve, faulty water-level pressure switch, bad electronic control board…

Why is the water in my washing machine the wrong temperature?

Main causes: water heater failure, bad water temperature switch, faulty control board, bad water valve, faulty water tem…

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Model # DDE8040LD Official GE laundry washer

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Most common symptoms to help you fix your washers

Why won't my washing machine drain?

Why won't my washing machine agitate or spin?

Why won't my washing machine start?

Why your washing machine won't finish its cycle

Why is my washing machine noisy or shaking?

Why won't my washing machine fill?

Why doesn't my washing machine work at all?

Why does my washing machine overfill?

Why is the water in my washing machine the wrong temperature?

Repair guides for bottom-mount refrigerators

How to replace a door gasket in a French-door refrigerator

How to replace a refrigerator water valve

How to replace a refrigerator defrost control assembly

Effective articles & videos to help repair your washers

How to use your washing machine efficiently

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

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