
To service your GE vertical-axis unit, begin by locating the rear access panel–typically secured with four 1/4-inch hex screws. Remove these fasteners using a 5/16-inch nut driver, then hinge the panel downward to expose the primary assembly cluster. The motor coupling sits directly beneath the agitator shaft; verify its engagement by rotating the pulley counterclockwise while observing the shaft’s movement. Misalignment here often manifests as a distinctive grinding noise during spin cycles, indicating either a worn coupler or damaged drive block.








