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The error code E49 on a GE washer indicates a problem with the drive motor. It specifically points towards a motor overload. The drive motor is responsible for spinning the washer drum during wash and spin cycles. The E49 code signifies the control board is detecting the motor is working harder than usual and drawing excessive current. This can happen due to several reasons that cause the motor to overload.

Here's an explanation of the E49 code, its causes, and troubleshooting steps

The error code E48 on a GE washer indicates a problem with the drive motor. Specifically, it points towards an open winding within the motor. The drive motor is responsible for spinning the washer drum during wash and spin cycles. An open winding signifies a break or malfunction within the motor's internal electrical coils. This disrupts the flow of electricity to the motor, preventing it from functioning correctly.

Here's an explanation of the E48 code, its causes, and troubleshooting steps

The error code E47 on a GE washer indicates an issue with the inverter control board overheating. This control board manages power delivery to the drive motor, which spins the washer drum. The E47 code signifies the control board is detecting its own temperature exceeding safe operating limits. While the drive motor might be functioning, the overheating inverter control board could malfunction and prevent the washer from operating correctly.

Here's an explanation of the E47 code, its causes, and troubleshooting steps

The error code E46 on a GE washer indicates an issue with the drive motor overheating. During wash cycles, the drive motor spins the washer drum at various speeds. The E46 code signifies the control board is detecting the drive motor's temperature exceeding safe operating limits. This overheating can prevent the motor from functioning correctly and could potentially damage it if not addressed.

Here's an explanation of the E46 code, its causes, and troubleshooting steps

The error code E45 on a GE washer indicates a problem with the drive motor. This code is often paired with E42, so understanding both is helpful. Similar to E42, the E45 code signifies the control board is detecting an issue with the drive motor. However, E45 might place more emphasis on the motor drawing too much current. This could be due to the motor working harder than usual to spin the drum

Here's an explanation of the E45 code, its causes, and troubleshooting steps

The error code E43 on a GE washer indicates an issue with the drive system's braking. During the wash cycle, the washer's drive motor spins the drum at various speeds for cleaning clothes. At the end of the wash cycle and before the spin cycle, the washer needs to slow down and stop the drum efficiently. The E43 code signifies that the control board is detecting a problem with the braking system that slows down the drum.

Here's an explanation of the E43 code, its causes, and troubleshooting steps

The error code E42 on a GE washer indicates a problem with the drive motor. The drive motor is responsible for spinning the washer drum during the wash and spin cycles. 

The E42 code signifies that the control board is detecting the drive motor is drawing excessive current. This could be due to the motor working harder than usual to spin the drum. 

Here's an explanation of the E42 code, its causes, and troubleshooting steps:

The error code E39 on a GE washer indicates a problem with the detergent dispenser system. It signifies that the control board isn't receiving the expected signal from the dispenser, similar to error code E38. However, there might be a slight difference in the root cause between the two codes. 

During a wash cycle, the washer dispenses detergent at specific points based on the selected cycle. The E39 code signifies a communication issue between the dispenser and the control board. While similar to E38, E39 might specifically point towards a problem with the dispenser motor's ability to move the dispenser compartments.

Here's an explanation of the E39 code, its causes, and troubleshooting steps

The error code E38 on a GE washer indicates a problem with the detergent dispenser system. 

During a wash cycle, the washer dispenses detergent at specific points based on the selected cycle. The E38 code signifies that the control board isn't receiving the expected signal from the dispenser, indicating an issue with the detergent dispensing process.

Here's an explanation of the E38 code, its causes, and troubleshooting steps

The error code E31 on a GE washer indicates a problem with the draining process. It signifies that the washer is taking too long to drain the water out of the tub before the spin cycle. 

Here's an explanation of the E31 code, its causes, and troubleshooting steps

Understanding the E30 vs. E31 Code Difference

It's important to distinguish between E30 and E31 error codes on GE washers. While both relate to draining issues, they have slight differences:

• E30 (No Drain): The control board doesn't receive a signal from the drain pump, indicating the washer can't detect proper drainage.
• E31 (Drain Timeout): The washer detects the drain pump is functioning, but it's taking an excessively long time (usually exceeding 8 minutes) to drain the water.