LG Washing Machine Error Codes: What Every UAE Owner Needs to Know:

 

LG washing machines are designed to communicate problems clearly through error codes displayed on the control panel. Knowing what these codes mean can save you time, help you decide whether a quick fix is possible at home, and ensure you give your repair technician accurate information when you call.

Here is a complete guide to LG washing machine error codes for UAE residents.

LG Washing Machine Error Code Reference:

OE — Drainage Error

The most common LG error code. OE means the machine cannot drain water within the expected time.

Causes: Blocked coin filter, kinked drain hose, drain hose positioned too low, or failed drain pump motor.

What to do: Access the coin filter at the bottom front of the machine, drain residual water through the small emergency hose, then unscrew and clean the filter. If the filter is clean and OE persists, the drain pump likely needs replacement.

IE — Water Inlet Error

IE means the machine is not filling with water within the expected time.

Causes: Water supply tap turned off, low water pressure, blocked inlet filter screens, or failed water inlet valve.

What to do: Check the water tap behind the machine is fully open. Unscrew the inlet hose from the machine and check the small mesh filter screens inside the connection — these frequently become blocked with sediment in Dubai's hard water. Clean them and reconnect.

UE — Unbalanced Load

UE means the machine detected an unbalanced drum load during the spin cycle and reduced spin speed to prevent vibration damage.

What to do: Open the door, redistribute the laundry evenly around the drum, and restart the spin cycle. Heavy single items like duvets or jeans are common culprits. If UE appears with balanced loads, the suspension springs or shock absorbers may be worn.

DE / DE1 / DE2 — Door Error

The machine cannot verify that the door is properly closed and locked.

Causes: Door not pushed firmly shut, worn door latch, damaged door interlock switch, or a warped door seal preventing full closure.

What to do: Push the door firmly closed. Inspect the door latch for visible damage. If the latch looks intact but the error persists, the door interlock switch needs replacement.

LE — Motor Overload Error

LE indicates the motor is drawing too much current, usually because it is struggling to turn the drum.

Causes: Overloaded drum (too much laundry), foreign object trapped between drum and tub, worn motor brushes (on brushed motor models), or failing hall sensor on direct drive motors.

What to do: Unplug the machine for 10 minutes and try again with a smaller load. If LE persists, the motor needs professional inspection.

tE — Thermistor (Temperature Sensor) Error

The machine cannot read the water temperature correctly. This typically prevents hot wash programmes from completing.

What to do: This error almost always requires a technician to test and replace the thermistor.

PE — Water Level Pressure Sensor Error

The machine cannot accurately measure the water level in the drum.

What to do: Check the small plastic hose connecting the pressure sensor (at the top of the machine) to the drum. If it is kinked or disconnected, reattach it. If the sensor itself has failed, it needs replacement.

CE — Current Error

CE indicates the motor control board has detected an abnormal current. This is typically caused by a failing motor winding or a faulty inverter board.

What to do: This error requires professional diagnosis. Do not continue using the machine — a current fault can cause additional electrical damage.

FE — Water Overflow Error

The machine has detected water above the maximum level, indicating a faulty water inlet valve that is not closing properly.

What to do: Turn off the water supply to the machine immediately and call a technician. A stuck-open inlet valve can cause flooding.

PF — Power Failure Error

PF simply records that the machine lost power mid-cycle. This is not a fault — it is a notification. Press Start/Pause to continue the cycle.

How to Reset an LG Washing Machine:

For many error codes, a soft reset will clear the error and allow you to restart:

• Press and hold the Power button for 5 seconds to turn the machine fully off

• Unplug the machine from the wall socket

• Wait 10 minutes

• Plug back in and restart

If the same error code immediately reappears after a reset, the underlying hardware fault needs to be diagnosed and repaired.

When to Call a Technician:

Always call a professional LG washing machine repair technician if:

• An error code returns after multiple resets

• The machine makes grinding, knocking, or scraping noises

• There is water leaking onto the floor

• The machine sparks or smells of burning

• Multiple error codes appear in sequence

LG Service Center in Dubai offers same-day visits across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Ajman. Call 056-3351628 or WhatsApp us for fast, expert LG washing machine repair.