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Thread Number: 68808
/ Tag: Vintage Automatic Washers
Age of Filter Flo? And maintenance? |
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Post# 916000 , Reply# 1 1/17/2017 at 02:32 (2,648 days old) by chetlaham  (United States) |
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Age 
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August, 1991 I say 1991 since the panel looks late 80s early 90s to me. I do not believe this is the final design, because I've seen 1995 FF with white control panels and those infamous knobs that latter came on the most ...(censored)... washers ever built. More knowledgeable people will come along to explain how to dismantle/clean it, but in my view if it works keep it and keep it in service as long as possible :) Few washers come close, let alone those made today. | ||
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Post# 916024 , Reply# 4 1/17/2017 at 06:59 (2,648 days old) by combo52 (50 Year Repair Tech Beltsville,Md) |
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Later GE FF Maintenance ? If it does not leak now or stink from from mineral and crud build-up from previous users using too little detergent, leave it alone.
Common leak areas on these are holes rusted in bottom of outer tub, holes in the upper areas of outer tub from inner basket crashing into outer tub with out-of-balance loads. Sometimes you get a small leak in the rubber boot around the transmission, the water pump seals certainly can leak [ I just put a new WP on a 1986 machine last Thursday ] and leak problems often occur around the outer tub gasket at the top of the outer tub often from rust on the top lip of the outer tub.
If you try to take the inner tub out be careful removing the three bolts that hold the basket in place, these can get really stuck and if you break one you may be looking for a replacement transmission.
Unless you are looking for a big project I would not take the inner tub out of a GE FF washer that is working fine. | ||
| Post# 916026 , Reply# 5 1/17/2017 at 07:03 (2,648 days old) by joeypete (Concord, NH) | ||
I'm the person who listed the mini basket set on ebay. The agitator is the same style as the Large capacity but the mini baskets for the extra large are bigger...I mean it probably would be ok? I'm not sure though to be honest. The filter pan and FS dispenser would work though.
My machine was an 87 model. Biggest issue is leaking and noise. Mine leaked around the top tub seal...it was a pretty easy fix, I just added some silicone caulk around the top and that fixed it. The top seals are still available to purchase though. Unfortunately I didn't notice that it was leaking for a long time and it ruined the floor in my laundry closet. Thankfully I'm on the first floor so no worries there...but still. Yes the tub boot is usually the cause of any catastrophic leak. Mine looked like it was in good shape though. Other than that, the pump is known to leak as well. Rust is definitely an issue. I had some minor rust on the outer tub where it looked like it went out of balance and the inner tub scraped the outer...I think that's how it happens a lot. I had to fix the suspension bars in mine too...one came completely out and made a lot of racket on the Gentle agitation mode, and spin. Put new snubbers on too and that helped a ton. Other than that, these things are like tanks. My biggest issue was noise...mine would get very whiny and loud. It was getting very annoying (aside from it ruining my floor). I have an apartment style condo so noise control is definitely a concern, so that's why I got rid of it. Yours being the ExtraLarge capacity, you can fit quite a bit of stuff in there. Mine was about 2.0 cu ft...the XL is about 2.8-3.0 I believe. They are great machines though, really. I have a repair manual actually. If you want it, it's yours if you just want to pay shipping. It's pretty useful. It's older, from the early 80's but everything should be the same. Just let me know. Best of luck! This post was last edited 01/17/2017 at 11:22 | ||
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Post# 916027 , Reply# 6 1/17/2017 at 07:10 (2,648 days old) by combo52 (50 Year Repair Tech Beltsville,Md) |
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Later GE FF Maintenance ? I forgot to address the issue having this washer in a 3rd floor condo., In one word I would not chance it unless it is in a good metal pan at least 2 1/2" deep with at least a 1 1/2" drain.
GE FF washers are one of the worst machines of this era for severe floods, leaks.
You can lessen your chances by replacing the rubber transmission boot and possibly both clamps [ these often break at the welds ] that hold the boot in place. Also consider the water inlet valve, they can stick open and can cause quite a mess. A new set of premium inlet hoses are not a bad idea either for the H&C water.
I would watch this machine when in use and never let it run when away. | ||
| Post# 916042 , Reply# 7 1/17/2017 at 08:44 (2,648 days old) by mayken4now (Panama City, Florida) | ||
Hey GEFilterFlew | ||
| Post# 916190 , Reply# 9 1/18/2017 at 09:16 (2,647 days old) by joeypete (Concord, NH) | ||
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lol...funny! My email is on my profile if you want to send me one. If your family member gets the auction then I can just put it in the box with it. But hit me up. It's joeypete@yahoo.com
Mine also had a mildew smell somewhat...more so it stank of Tide...but I used good detergent and washed in all temps...also using STPP (phosphorus) helped immensely to rinse away and residue or build up and kept the mildew smell under control. Also make sure you leave the lid open after...so it can dry out. | ||
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