Error codes washing machine LG

We have collected all the error codes of LG washing machine with a detailed description of the causes of malfunctions, diagnostics and repair. For convenience, arranged in a convenient and understandable table below.

The models with the display show the alphanumeric combination on your display, find it in the table and find out the reason for the error.

Models without a display do not execute the specified program and according to the lit or flashing lights placed on the control panel, you can find out the problem.

LG washing machine errors, decoding

Error code	Description	Causes and solution
IE	For a certain time, the tank did not fill with water to the first level.	Most likely there is no water supply. Check the pressure in the water supply, operability of the bay valve, pressure switch.
PE	During the allotted time for filling the tank, the water has not reached the required mark.	Perhaps the water level sensor, pressure switch, small or large pressure in the supply system is defective.
FE	When filling the tank, the water reached the maximum acceptable level.	It is necessary to check the serviceability of the level sensor, feed valve, controller.
DE	The loading door is not tightly closed.	Re-close the hatch door again to clear the error. If this does not help, check the operation of the lock system, lock, controller.
OE	After 5 minutes of operation of the drain pump, the waste water is not drained.	Inspect the drainage system, clogging is possible. Check hose, drain pump, filter, controller, level sensor.
UE	Imbalance in drum rotation.	Distribute things in the drum evenly, the imbalance is caused by the fact that the laundry is knocked together.
TE	The temperature meter detected overheating.	Check the temperature sensor; it may open or short. Replace if broken.
LE	The lock does not work.	Most likely due to power surges or interference, high or low voltage. Diagnostics of the electronic controller, motor.
CE	Motor overload.	Remove some things from the drum. If that doesn’t help, diagnose the drive motor, controller.
E3	Download not detected	This usually happens during tests or the first run. There may be a problem with the power supply.
AE	Problems with auto power off.	It is necessary to inspect the connections in contact with water in the machine, most likely the hardware has moved off, the clamp, the water is leaking.
E1	A water leak has been detected in the sump.	Check for water in the tank. Inspect the machine for leaks, tank, hoses and more. If everything is in order, replace the water leakage sensor.
HE	The tubular electric heater is out of order.	Check the operation of the electric heater and its circuits.
SE	The drive motor sensor failed.	Check sensor, motor, and connections. Replace defective items.