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GE Appliances
General Electric Company
Louisville, Kentucky 40225 31-9240
GE Compact Washer
Technical Service Guide
March 2015
GE Appliances
WSLP1500H0WW
WSLS1500H0WW
WSLP1500H1WW
WSLS1500H1WW
WSLP1500H2WW
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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The information in this service guide is intended for use by
individuals possessing adequate backgrounds of electrical,
electronic, and mechanical experience. Any attempt to repair a
major appliance may result in personal injury and property
damage. The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the
interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability in
connection with its use.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, disconnect power before servicing
this product. If electrical power is required for diagnosis or test
purposes, disconnect the power immediately after performing the
necessary checks.
RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES
If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to
complete a path to ground are removed for service, they must be
returned to their original position and properly fastened.
GE Appliances
Technical Service Guide
Copyright © 2015
All rights reserved. This service guide may not be reproduced in whole or in part
in any form without written permission from the General Electric Company.

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Table of Contents
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Safety Requirements.....................................................................................................................................................................5
Introduction.......................................................................................................................................................................................6
Nomenclature...................................................................................................................................................................................7
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Tools Needed.............................................................................................................................................................................8
Installation Instructions................................................................................................................................................................9
Location.......................................................................................................................................................................................9
Plumbing.....................................................................................................................................................................................9
Leveling the Washer..............................................................................................................................................................10
Electrical Wiring.......................................................................................................................................................................10
Operation............................................................................................................................................................................................11
Redistribution Attempt.........................................................................................................................................................12
Drain and Spin Operation....................................................................................................................................................12
Program Time Chart.......................................................................................................................................................................13
Dispensers..........................................................................................................................................................................................14
Detergent Dispenser..............................................................................................................................................................14
Bleach Dispenser.....................................................................................................................................................................14
Fabric Softener Dispenser...................................................................................................................................................14
Special Features...............................................................................................................................................................................15
Easy to Clean Lint Filter........................................................................................................................................................15
Non-Powered Water Recirculation.................................................................................................................................15
Component Locator Views..........................................................................................................................................................16
Control Board and Wire Connection Locator.............................................................................................................18
UI Board.......................................................................................................................................................................................18
Diagnostics.........................................................................................................................................................................................19
Service Mode.............................................................................................................................................................................19
Fault Codes.........................................................................................................................................................................................20
Cabinet and Structure...................................................................................................................................................................21
Front Control Panel.................................................................................................................................................................21
Control Panel Removal.........................................................................................................................................................21

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UI and Machine Control Removal....................................................................................................................................22
Rear Component Cover Removal....................................................................................................................................22
Fill System...........................................................................................................................................................................................23
Water Valve...............................................................................................................................................................................23
Water Valve Dispenser Box Removal............................................................................................................................23
Diagnosing the Water Valve..............................................................................................................................................24
Pressure Sensor.......................................................................................................................................................................25
Pressure Sensor Removal....................................................................................................................................................25
Pressure Sensor Error Codes.............................................................................................................................................26
Water Levels: Hz to Inches..................................................................................................................................................27
Top Cover....................................................................................................................................................................................28
Lid Switch....................................................................................................................................................................................29
Cabinet and Structure...................................................................................................................................................................30
Pulsator........................................................................................................................................................................................30
Wash Basket.............................................................................................................................................................................31
Drain Pump/Cleanout...........................................................................................................................................................32
Belt Protector............................................................................................................................................................................33
Drive Pulleys .............................................................................................................................................................................33
Drive Motor and Belt..............................................................................................................................................................34
Shaft Assembly/Brake Overview......................................................................................................................................35
Drain/Mode Shifter Operation...........................................................................................................................................35
Brake Adjustment...................................................................................................................................................................36
Shaft Assembly.........................................................................................................................................................................37
Capacitor.....................................................................................................................................................................................37
Outer Tub/Suspension Assembly.....................................................................................................................................38
Wire Harness.............................................................................................................................................................................39
Cabinet Handle........................................................................................................................................................................41
Base Assembly.........................................................................................................................................................................41
Wiring Diagram................................................................................................................................................................................43
Warranty.............................................................................................................................................................................................44

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Prior to disassembly of the washer to access components, GE Factory
Service technicians are REQUIRED to follow the Lockout / Tagout
(LOTO) 6 Step Process:
Safety Requirements
GE Factory Service Employees are required to use safety glasses with side shields, safety gloves and
steel toe shoes for all repairs.
Steel Toed Work Boot Electrically Rated Glove and
Dyneema® Cut Resistant
Glove Keeper Dyneema®Cut Resistant
Glove
Plano Type Safety Glasses
Prescription Safety Glasses
Safety Glasses must be ANSI
Z87.1-2003 compliant
Brazing Glasses
Cut Resistant Sleeve(s)
Step 1
Plan and Prepare Step 4 Apply LOTO device and lock
Step 2
Shut down the appliance Step 5 Control (discharge) stored energy
Step 3
Isolate the appliance Step 6 “Try It” verify that the appliance is
locked out

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The new GE Compact Washer has the following features:
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times.
• One Touch Load Sensing in Normal wash eliminates guesswork and reduces water waste.
• Eight wash cycles provide a setting for every load, from heavy cottons to casual synthetics. Includes
settings for light to heavy soil, regular, whites, and colors, casual and delicate fabrics.
• Three wash/rinse temperatures.
• Water levels can be adjusted manually to reduce water use per cycle.
• My Cycle saves a favorite cycle for future use.
• Dispensers adds diluted detergent and fabric softener at the correct time during the wash or rinse cycles.
• Built-in status indicators display fault codes.
• The wash tub is constructed of durable stainless steel.
• UV stabilizers are utilized on the control panel, top cover, and lid to prevent yellowing when exposed to
sunlight.
Introduction

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Nomenclature
The nomenclature breaks down and explains what the letters and numbers mean in the model number. The
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the year repeats every 12 years.
Example: LA123456S = June, 2013
A – JAN
D – FEB
F – MAR
G – APR
H – MAY
L – JUN
M – JUL
R – AUG
S – SEP
T – OCT
V – NOV
Z – DEC
2024 – Z
2023 – V
2022 – T
2021 – S
2020 – R
2019 – M
2018 – L
2017 – H
2016 – G
2015 – F
2014 – D
2013 – A
Mini Manual Location Model Serial ID Tag
Brand
W - GE Washer
W S L P 1 5 0 0 H 0 W W
Capacity/Configuration
L - Large
Feature Package
S - Unitized Compact
Control Platform
S - Stationary
P - Portable
Speed
Engineering Digit
Engineering Revision
US Voltage
Series
Color
WW - White
The Model Serial ID Tag is located on
the back cabinet of washer.
The Mini Manual is in a storage bag
on the inside left rear of the rear
component cover.

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AC VOLTAGE
• Drive Motor: 120 VAC
Approximately 4 - 5 ohms red to blue and
yellow to blue
• Drain/Mode Shift Motor: 120 VAC
Approximately 2,300 ohms white to blue and
Approximately 1,300 brown to blue
• Drain Pump: 120 VAC Approximately 27.6 ohms
• Water Valve Coils: 120 VAC
Approximately 1178 ohms
DC VOLTAGE
• Pressure sensor: 5 VDC
Approximately 22 ohms
FORELECTORSTATICS:Besuretomakeanearthgroundconnectionbeforereplacinganyelectroniccomponents
topreventelectrostaticdamagetothem.Thisisdonebytouchingagoodearth groundontheappliancebeing
repaired.
Tools Needed
• Adjustable Pliers
• Pliers
• #3 Phillips screwdriver
• #2 Phillips screwdriver
• 1 7/16th socket
• 14 mm socket
• 13 mm socket
• 10 mm socket
• 8 mm socket

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Location
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standards.
• Washer should not be installed on rugs or
exposed to the weather.
• Install or store washer where it will not be
exposed to temperatures below freezing.
• Minimum clearances between washer and
adjacent walls or other surfaces are: 2 inches
either side, 2 inches front, and 3 inches rear.
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shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc., is 96 inches.
• Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches
open area for washer only, or if the closet
contains both a washer and dryer, doors must
contain at least 120 square inches of open area,
equally distributed.
Plumbing
• Water pressure must be 10 psi minimum to 150
psi maximum dynamic pressure measured at
faucet.
• Water temperature on household water heater
should be set to deliver water at 120°F to 150°F
(50°C to 66°C) in the washer when HOT wash is
selected.
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and cold water lines.
• Drain water into a standpipe or laundry tub.
The discharge height must not be less than 30
inches nor more than 8 feet above the base of
the washer. The standpipe must be 1-1/2 inches
minimum inside diameter and must be open to
the atmosphere.
Installation Instructions
Distance Between Drain Hose and the Wall
Distance between drain hose and the wall should be
at least 4 inches, and the distance from the sides to
the wall should be at least 3/4 inches.
NOTE: The clearances stated are minimums.
Consideration must be given to providing adequate
clearances for installation and servicing.

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Electrical Wiring
National Electrical Codes or prevailing local codes
and ordinances must be followed.
Electrical Rating
Voltage AC..........................................................120
Hertz......................................................................60
Total connected load amperage............10.0
For use on adequately wired 120 volt, 15 amp circuit
having 2 wire service with a separate ground wire.
This appliance must be grounded for safe operation.
If the spin basket is not in the center or “unleveled,”
level the washer by turning the adjustable legs to
set the washer horizontal.
• Limited to only the stationary model
• Portable model is not applicable
Leveling the Washer
Excessive vibration will occur if the washer is not
leveled. This will also trip the unbalance switch and
stop the washer. Check to ensure the washer is
level. With the lid open, the spin basket should be
centered in the opening as shown in the “leveled”
view.