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The old GE's were easy to work on and were supported by a series of books that made it easy to diagnose and fix problems. Also, the old timers had replacable switches that were inexpensive modules that anyone could replace. But I haven't worked on a GE washer for 15 years or so, and so I don't know how they might be now. You might want to get the model and serial number and inquire about the washer in question--it might be easier to fix than you think. Some appliance repair places have boneyards and might be willing to get you the part you need, or even allow you to remove it yourself. If the timer motor goes through cycles, but not the appropriate things happen, it is probably the switch contacts. You might try cleaning the contacts to get it working. But if the timer has the replacable switches, a much better and long lasting repair is to replace the offending switch(s). If the timer doesn't operate, and is getting electricity, it may need to be replaced. I think I would remove it and have a pro bench test it, since a new timer might cost more (and maybe much more) than a good, working second hand washer from a garage sale. Good luck, I kept my old GE washer and dryer working for about 30 years with a little tinkering and a few parts. They sure didn't owe me anything when I gave them to one of my sons to have at college. I got the set used in 1975. Neat Harvest Gold! When we built the new house, my wife insisted that we get all new appliances, or we would probably still be using them.
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