LG · Washer
OE error-code guide
The washer was unable to drain the water used during the cycle.
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Published LG washer guides
This hub contains 14 published guides for select LG washer error codes. Coverage is intentionally limited and does not include all codes or models.
No drain code—or no code at all? Use the washer won’t drain symptom guide.
Washer drains but will not complete spin? Use the washer will not spin guide.
Washer shakes, bangs, or moves? Use the washer shaking or vibrating guide.
Source-backed guides
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Each card links to a guide that separates the detected condition from possible causes, preliminary checks, limitations, and service boundaries.
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IE error-code guide
The washer did not fill to an adequate water level within the expected time.
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UE / Ub error-code guide
The washer is having difficulty balancing the load.
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dE / dE1 / dE2 error-code guide
dE means the washer was unable to lock the door. LG describes dE and dE1 as a door that is not closed properly, while dE2 means the door is closed but not locked.
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CE error-code guide
The washer reported an over-current condition in the electrical circuit of the motor.
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PE / E33 error-code guide
The washer reported a water-level sensing condition.
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AE error-code guide
The washer reported a possible leakage condition associated with its flood-prevention safety mechanism.
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CL status-message guide
Control Lock / Child Lock is enabled, so most washer controls are intentionally disabled.
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tCL / tcL filter-reminder guide
The washer is reminding the owner that it is time to run the model-supported Tub Clean / Tub Sterilization cycle.
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