GE Washer WDSR2080DFWW overflow

[TheRam]

The washer overflowed while filling, troubleshooting indicated the pressure switch was bad.  Replaced the pressure switch, washer still overflows.  I assume that the pressure switch tube is blocked, I've tried to blow air through it and can't. 

What I need to know is exactly where the tubing is routed to, and what I need to disassemble to gain access to it in order to unblock it.  Any help is muchly appreciated.

[johntech]

Pressure tube attaches to the tub. Use a putty knife and pop the 2 clips on the front panel they are located between the front panel and the top cover between 3" and 6" in on each side.  Pull the front panel forward and pop the clips one at a time till the panel tilts forward then lift it off the bottom clips. Then you will see metal clips with 5/16" screws on each side that secure the top to the cabinet. Remove the screws and tilt the clips to the side to remove them. The top will now be able to be removed by lifting up then sliding to the left to free it from the clips on the console. You will need to remove the lid switch to set the lid aside. From that point you should be able to follow the tubing to where it attaches to the tub. 

[TheRam]

Thank you!  In this case, popping off the front panel gave me full access without having to remove any other cabinet parts.  The tub end of the pressure hose is indeed blocked with some kind of black/green gunk.  I'm in the process of cleaning the hose out now, hopefully that will solve the problem.  If it doesn't, I'll post back.  I had no idea how to get into the cabinet, again, THANK YOU!

[Hiroshi]

The Gunk is liquid soap residue... be sure not to "oversoap" as it will just cause the condition again!

[TheRam]

Ahh, ok, thanks for the tip.  Repair was a complete success, the washer is washing as we speak, and we no longer need canoes to navigate the washroom.