GE Washer Leaking from the Drum? Tub Seal WW02F00547 – Fix Drum Leaks & Water Damage Fast

If your GE washer or laundry center is leaking water from around the drum, leaving puddles under the unit, or showing signs of water damage to the cabinet, the tub seal has almost certainly failed. In most GE unitized laundry centers and stackable washers, the tub seal is the only barrier between the rotating drum shaft and the outer tub — when it wears out, water escapes directly down the shaft and onto the floor. When it fails, the leak typically worsens with every wash cycle and can cause bearing damage if left unaddressed. ⚡ Common wear item in GE-built laundry centers and unitized washer/dryer combos. Part WW02F00547 is the genuine OEM replacement that restores a watertight drum seal and stops the leak at the source.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Washer powers on and agitates/spins normally — motor and controls are functional
• ✔ Water supply and drain hoses are intact — no external plumbing leaks
• ✔ Door boot/gasket is undamaged — leak is not from the door seal
• ✔ ONLY problem is water leaking from beneath the drum or pooling under the unit during or after a wash cycle

Not sure? Send us your model number — we’ll confirm before you order.

🔧 Common Symptoms

• Water pooling under the washer or laundry center during or after a wash cycle
• Visible water dripping from the bottom of the outer tub or drum shaft area
• Rust staining or water damage on the cabinet floor beneath the drum
• Musty smell from inside the cabinet caused by chronic moisture
• Bearing noise (grinding or rumbling) accompanying the leak — seal failure has allowed water into the bearing
• Leak worsens progressively with each wash cycle

✔ If these symptoms match, the tub seal is the most likely failed component in the system.

✔ In most cases, replacing this tub seal stops the leak immediately and prevents further bearing damage.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: WW02F00547
• Type: Washer Tub Seal / Drum Shaft Seal — Genuine OEM GE
• Replaces: 228C2113P001, WG04A00784, WH08X10063, WH8M80, WH8M97, WW01L00471, 228C2451P003, WH08X24594
• Brands: GE, Hotpoint, RCA (GE-platform laundry centers)
• Appliance Type: Top-Load Washer, Unitized Laundry Center, Stackable Washer/Dryer Combo

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: Advanced — 60 to 90 minutes. Disconnect power and water supply before servicing. Access requires removing the washer cabinet panels and lifting the outer tub to expose the drum shaft and seal. Remove the drum, press out the old seal, press in the new WW02F00547, reassemble in reverse, and run a test cycle to confirm the leak is resolved. A seal driver or large socket is recommended for clean installation without damaging the new seal lip.

✓ Compatible Models

Confirmed compatible with GTUP270GMWM01, GTUP270GMWM02, GTUP270PSDG00, GUD24ESMJ1WW, GUD24ESSJ1WW, GUD24GSSJ1WW, GUD27ESMJ1WW, GUD27ESSJ1WW, GUD27GSSJ1WW, GUD37ESMJ1DG, MCL1540EEBBY00, MCL1540EEDGY00, MCL1740ESBB03, MCL1740GSBB01, MCL1740PSBB03, MCL1740PSDG01, MCLC1740GSBB00, MCLC1740PSDG00, MLTU12FGAWB2, MLTU14FGAWB2, MLTU16FGAWB2, MLTZ12FGAWB2, MLTZ14FGAWB2, WHA1230PBV00, plus additional GE laundry center and unitized washer models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.

💡 Pro Tip

✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages