spin only cycle is selected, start button pushed, everything begins

Hi @crashkatie39106

Seems as though there may be a problem with the timer.

It controls what happens during the various phases of the wash program.

If it is the timer, do not attempt to open it to see what's wrong as you will have operating cams and contacts everywhere. Besides which if there was a problem with it e.g. faulty operating cam or set of contacts, there are no internal replacement parts available anyway. The timer comes as a complete module.

Run the washer in the diagnostic test mode and check what error codes (if any) are shown. Here's a link to the start of the section in the service manual that shows what to do.

If it is the timer search online for WE04X22654 to find suppliers that suit you best. Here's a video that shows how to change the timer in GE combo models that may also help.

Be safety aware and take note of the warning shown on p.58 regarding servicing the timer!