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Motor winding up or coasting down in spin

Motor winding up or coasting down sound — Normal spin cycle operation

GE Appliances · Washing Machines

What does Motor winding up or coasting down in spin mean?

The motor speeds up incrementally during the spin cycle and coasts to a stop afterward. This is part of the normal spin process.

Common Causes

  • Normal operation of the motor during the spin cycle

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    This is a normal operating sound and does not indicate a problem.

  2. 2

    To hear and watch videos of normal washer operation, visit http://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentid=23061.

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Source: GE Appliances Washing Machines
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