XPARTCO WH01X24378 Washer / Dryer Cycle Selector Knob
The XPARTCO WH01X24378 is an aftermarket replacement cycle selector knob (options knob) compatible with a wide range of GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Haier, Monogram, and Café washers and dryers. The selector knob is one of the primary user controls on the appliance's control panel — it's what you grip and turn to choose the wash or dry options and settings for each load. On many GE-platform washers and dryers, this smaller selector knob works alongside a larger main timer/cycle knob to give you fine-grained control over the specific options within your selected cycle. Over time, selector knobs wear out from repeated twisting motions, get cracked or dropped, or lose their grip on the internal shaft — all of which make it difficult or impossible to change the appliance's settings.
Constructed from heat-resistant plastic with a clean white and chrome finish. Snap-on installation — no tools required. Pulls straight off the control shaft and pushes back on. This knob directly replaces WH01X24378, AP5986397, 4396548, and PS11726904. Important: this is the smaller cycle selector/options knob. If you need the larger main timer knob for your GE washer, that's a different part number (PS11736611) — check which knob is broken before ordering. Installs in under 1 minute — no tools required.
Quick Answer
The XPARTCO WH01X24378 Washer Cycle Selector Knob replaces a cracked, loose, stripped, or missing selector knob on GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Haier, Monogram, and Café washers and dryers. Heat-resistant plastic, white and chrome finish. Snap-on installation — pulls straight off, pushes back on. Replaces AP5986397, 4396548, PS11726904. This is the smaller cycle/options knob — NOT the larger main timer knob (PS11736611). No tools required.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Selector knob cracked, broken, or split from age and repeated use
- Knob loose and slipping on the control shaft — no longer changes settings when turned
- Knob has stripped or damaged internal grip and won't stay coupled to the shaft
- Knob missing entirely from the control panel
- Knob damaged from impact — dropped or bumped
- Knob discolored, faded, or worn from years of daily handling
- Difficulty selecting cycle options — knob no longer clicks into detent positions cleanly
- Water or detergent damage to the knob material
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This cycle selector knob directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
WH01X24378, 4396548, AGE26094, AP5986397, EAP11726904, OEM17959200, PD00037085, PS11726904.
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This selector knob is compatible with select washers and dryers from the following brands:
- GE washers — GTW500ASNWS and related top-load models
- GE dryers — GTX42GASJWW, GTD45GASJ2WS and related models
- GE Profile and GE Café washers and dryers (select models)
- GE Monogram washers and dryers (select models)
- Hotpoint washers and dryers (select models)
- RCA washers and dryers (select GE-built models)
- Haier washers and dryers (select models using GE-platform controls)
Important — Two Knobs, Two Part Numbers: Many GE washers and dryers have TWO knobs on the control panel: a larger main timer/cycle knob and a smaller cycle selector/options knob. The WH01X24378 is the smaller cycle selector/options knob. If your broken knob is the larger main timer knob, you need a different part number (PS11736611 on many GE models). Before ordering, visually confirm which knob is broken and compare the size and shape to the images. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Cycle selector/options knob — used to choose specific settings within your selected wash or dry cycle
- Snap-on installation — pulls straight off the control shaft, pushes straight back on; no tools or hardware required
- Heat-resistant plastic construction — designed for years of daily use without warping or cracking
- Clean white and chrome finish complements GE appliance styling
- Ergonomic shape for comfortable grip and precise cycle selection
- Restores full cycle control when the original knob has cracked, stripped, or gone missing
- Replaces WH01X24378, AP5986397, 4396548, and PS11726904
- Compatible with GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Haier, Monogram, and Café washers and dryers
- Important: this is the smaller cycle selector/options knob — NOT the larger main timer knob (PS11736611, sold separately)
- Aftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards
- Quick replacement — installs in under 1 minute
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
XPWH01X24378 |
| Part Type |
Washer/Dryer Cycle Selector Knob (Options Knob) |
| Condition |
Aftermarket Replacement |
| Application |
Washers and Dryers (GE platform) |
| Knob Size |
Smaller cycle/options knob (NOT the larger main timer knob) |
| Color |
White / Chrome |
| Material |
Heat-resistant plastic |
| Installation |
Snap-on — no tools required |
| Larger Timer Knob |
Different part — PS11736611 (sold separately) |
| Compatible Brands |
GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Haier, Monogram, Café |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Washer/Dryer Before Starting — Quick Toolless Replacement Disconnect power before beginning as a general safety precaution. Wear work gloves if desired. Locate the old cycle selector knob on the control panel of your washer or dryer. Grip the knob firmly and pull it straight off the control shaft — it should come off with a moderate pull (no tools or hardware required). If the knob is stuck or the internal grip has stripped and it's spinning without releasing, use a soft cloth wrapped around it for better grip, or gently pry it off with a plastic tool (avoid metal tools that could damage the control panel finish). Once the old knob is off, inspect the metal or plastic control shaft — if it's damaged, worn round, or spinning freely with no resistance, the underlying switch or shaft may also need replacement. If the shaft is intact, align the new WH01X24378 knob with the flat sides of the shaft (the knob has a matching D-shape or flat receiver inside) and push it firmly into place until it seats fully. Rotate the knob through its full range of positions to confirm it clicks into detents cleanly and turns smoothly. Restore power and run a test cycle. Tools needed: None (soft cloth optional).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the smaller or larger knob on my GE washer?
The WH01X24378 is the smaller cycle selector (options) knob. Many GE washers and dryers have two knobs on the control panel: a larger main timer/cycle knob that selects the primary wash program, and a smaller cycle options knob (this one) that selects sub-options like temperature, spin speed, or soil level. Before ordering, look at your control panel and identify which knob has failed — if the smaller knob is broken, this is the correct part. If the larger main timer knob is broken, you need a different part (PS11736611 on many GE models). The two knobs are not interchangeable.
How do I remove the old knob if it's cracked or spinning without coming off?
If the internal grip on the old knob has stripped and it's spinning freely on the shaft without releasing, wrap a soft cloth around it for extra grip and pull firmly straight up. If that still doesn't work, gently pry it off with a plastic pry tool (a plastic putty knife or credit card can work). Avoid metal tools that could scratch the control panel finish. If the knob is cracked, you can sometimes break away the broken pieces to expose the internal grip on the shaft, then work each piece off. Once the old knob is off, inspect the control shaft — if it's damaged or spinning without resistance, the underlying switch may need replacement too.
Do I really not need any tools for this?
Correct — the WH01X24378 uses a snap-on installation with no screws or hardware. To install, align the new knob with the flat side (D-shape) of the control shaft and push it straight down until it seats fully. The whole replacement typically takes under a minute. Just make sure the knob is fully seated and rotates through all positions with the correct detent clicks before you plug the appliance back in.
The knob installs fine but my washer still doesn't change settings — what next?
If the new knob is installed correctly (fully seated and rotates through positions with detent clicks) but changing the knob position doesn't change the cycle behavior, the underlying selector switch or control shaft has likely failed — not the knob. Common causes include the shaft spinning freely without engaging the switch inside (the shaft has stripped or broken), or the electrical selector switch itself has failed. In these cases, replacing just the knob won't fix the problem — the switch assembly behind the panel also needs to be replaced. Contact our support team with your model number for the correct switch part number.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine GE OEM part, but is manufactured from heat-resistant plastic to match the dimensions, D-shape shaft receiver, snap-on installation, and cycle selection function of the original WH01X24378 selector knob used in compatible GE, Hotpoint, RCA, Haier, Monogram, and Café washers and dryers.
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