The Control Knob is an OEM replacement part for GE washing machines. This component allows you to select and control the various cycles, settings, and functions of your washer. Symptoms that may indicate the need to replace the control knob include: The knob becoming loose, difficult to turn, or falling off entirely Cracks, damage, or excessive wear to the knob itself Inability to properly select or change wash cycles and settings Causes of a faulty control knob can include physical impact or mishandling, general wear and tear over extended use, or issues with the internal mechanisms that connect the knob to the washer controls. This GE replacement part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore washer models. This part fixes the following symptomsDoesn't shut offWon't startPart Number WE01X20378 (AP5806667) replaces WH01X10460, 3280609, PS9493075, WE01X20432, WH01X10307.