LG Washing Machine Troubleshooting

Error dE indicates a door-lock malfunction on your LG washing machine, preventing the drum from spinning or water from draining safely.

20 min · skill: beginner

Error F8 on LG washing machines signals a water inlet valve malfunction or supply hose blockage, preventing water from entering the drum during wash cycles.

25 min · skill: beginner

Error FE indicates the water level sensor has detected overflow, meaning water is filling beyond the safe limit in the drum.

20 min · skill: beginner

Error IE on LG washing machines indicates an inlet water supply problem — the machine is not receiving water fast enough.

15 min · skill: beginner

Error LE indicates the motor is locked or unable to rotate freely, usually caused by foreign objects trapped between the drum and tub, excessive detergent buildup in hard water regions, or a mechanical jam in the drum bearing.

25 min · skill: beginner

Error OE on LG washing machines means the machine cannot drain — analogous to Samsung's 5C.

20 min · skill: beginner

Error PE on LG washing machines signals a failure in the water pressure detection system.

25 min · skill: intermediate

Error tE on LG washing machines signals a temperature sensor malfunction or wiring disconnection in the heating circuit.

20 min · skill: beginner

Error UE on LG washing machines indicates the drum has detected an unbalanced load during the spin cycle, causing the motor to halt for safety.

15 min · skill: beginner