How to Fix LG Washer Error 1E
A problem with the water supply.
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A problem with the water supply.
Motor error - motor drive circuit malfunction detected
Cold water inlet error - issue with cold water supply
Water supply error - fill time exceeded maximum limit
Drain error - water not draining within time limit
Water level error - pressure sensor reading invalid
Motor drive error - motor cannot reach required speed
Heater error - water temperature not reaching target
Communication error - control board signal fault detected
AC current error - main power supply current abnormality
Leak detected (front-load) OR gear/auto-restart error (top-load) - meaning varies by washer type
Button error - control panel button malfunction
Cool Down - drying cycle complete; periodic tumbling to prevent wrinkles
Over-current error in motor electrical circuit - caused by short circuit, loose connection, or power surge
Motor current zero error - no current detected in motor circuit
Motor current error variant 2 - inverter board over-current
Child Lock active - control panel is disabled; not an error code
On top-loading models, this is a combined error for door closure and an unbalanced load.
Door lock error - washer door/lid was unable to lock
Door error zero - door lock signal not detected
Door not closed properly - laundry may be caught between door and rubber gasket
Door/lid not properly latched - primarily for SideKick pedestal washer
A variant display for the ‘dE1’ error, indicating the washer’s door is open and not locked.
A variant display for the ‘dE1’ error, indicating the washer’s door is open and not locked.
Dry function error (temporary) – issue with heater in washer/dryer combo during drying cycle
Door lock error - door lock mechanism failed to engage
Overflow error - alias of FE on newer models
Overflow error zero - water level sensor zero fault
Overflow error variant 1 - pressure switch stuck closed
Overflow error variant 2 - inlet valve stuck open
Flood error - water leak detected by base sensor
Frequency sensor error - motor speed detection fault
Hot and cold reversed - water inlet hoses connected incorrectly
Heater error - temporary heating element malfunction
Heater sensor error - temperature sensing circuit fault
Inlet communication error - water valve signal fault
Leak check mode - washer in leak detection test mode
Locked motor with possible water level sensing error - motor obstruction on top-load models
Motor locked error variant 2 - motor hall sensor failure
Low water pressure - inlet water pressure below minimum
Drain error variant 1 - drain pump not activating
Drain error variant 2 - drain pump running but not draining
Water level pressure sensor malfunction - sensor unable to detect water level correctly
Pressure error zero - pressure sensor baseline fault
Pressure error variant 1 - pressure hose disconnected or cracked
Pressure error variant 2 - pressure switch calibration failure
Sensor error - motor sensor (hall sensor) malfunction
Tub Clean reminder - time to run tub clean cycle; appears every 30 cycles
Heating/temperature error - usually caused by faulty thermistor (temperature sensor)
Temperature error zero - temperature sensor open circuit
Vibration sensor error – display variant of vS
Unbalance error variant 1 - load shift detected during spin
Unbalance error varian 2 - excessive vibration detected
Vibration sensor error - display variant of vS
Vibration sensor error - contact issue with vibration sensor or sensor malfunction
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Display message for GAS - 7-segment display renders 'GAS' as '9A5'; same as gAS error
Add Water. On Steam Dryer models with a manual reservoir, the water level is too low to generate steam.
Button Error. A button on the user interface is stuck in the pressed position.
Cool Down - drying cycle complete; periodic tumbling to prevent wrinkles
Clean Filter. A logic prompt indicating the lint filter must be cleaned.
Child Lock. Not a failure, but a status preventing operation. Buttons are locked.
Cooling. The dryer is in the cool-down phase of the cycle.
Air exhaust system is 80% clogged. The dryer has detected a severe restriction in the external ductwork.
Air exhaust system is 90% clogged. The dryer has detected a critical restriction in the external ductwork and may shut…
Air exhaust system is 95% clogged. The dryer is essentially unable to push air out and will likely not heat.
Door Error (General). The main control board does not detect that the door is closed.
Door Error 1. The control board assumes the door is open while the cycle is running, or the switch circuit…
Door Error 2. The control board assumes the door is CLOSED when it should be open (Switch contacts welded shut).
Door Error 3. The door is detected as open, but the start button is being pressed.
Door Lock Error (Specific to dryers with door lock safety mechanisms). The dryer cannot verify the door is locked before…
Dry heater error (temporary) - temporary issue with dryer heater
Door Reversal. Logic code appearing after a door reversal procedure indicating the dryer is checking the door switch state.
Drain Pump Failure (Washer/Dryer Combo units). The unit cannot drain water during the dry cycle.
Drain Timeout. The dryer (condenser type) took too long to empty the reservoir.
Heater Thermistor Circuit Open. Similar to tE1 but specific to certain hybrid firmware.
Heater Thermistor Circuit Short. The sensor is reading 0 Ohms.
Motor Relay Failure. The motor relay on the main board is stuck.
Thermistor Error. Older syntax for tE1.
Water Drain Error (Combo units). Water level in the tub is not decreasing.
Drain Error (Hybrid/Condenser models). The condensate drawer is full or the drain hose is kinked.
Thermistor Error. Older syntax for tE2.
Motor Error. The motor is not turning or the belt is broken (on models with belt detection).
Door Open. Older syntax for dE.
Control Board Overheat. The main PCB detects high internal temperature.
EEPROM Error. The main control board's memory is corrupted.
Electrical/heater notification - air temperature or humidity in tub too high during cycle
No Heat (Electric) - Not a display code, but a system state. High Limit Thermostat tripped.
Temperature sensor error. Equivalent to tE1 on older models.
Fill Error (Washer/Dryer Combo). The water valve is stuck open, filling the unit with water during the dry cycle.
Filter Check. Logic reminder to clean the lint filter.
No Heat (Gas) - Not a display code, but a system state. Thermal fuse tripped.
Gas Valve Motor Error. The main board does not detect the gas valve coils opening or the igniter functioning correctly.
High Ambient Temperature. The room temperature is too high for the heat pump/condenser to operate efficiently.
Heater Relay failure. The main board detects the heater relay is stuck closed (heating when it shouldn't).
Humidity Sensor Error. The control board detects a short or open circuit in the moisture sensor bars located inside the…
Motor Locked Error. The drum is overloaded or the motor is physically seized.
Low. This is not an error. It indicates the estimated time remaining is low or the cycle is finishing.
No Power to the heater (Electric models only). The control board detects that the dryer is not receiving the full…
Output Error / Drain Error. On condenser dryers, the sump pump is unable to evacuate water.
Pressure Sensor Error (Washer/Dryer Combo). The water level sensor is malfunctioning.
Power Failure. The dryer experienced a loss of power during the cycle.
Power Supply Error. The main control board detects improper voltage setup (often improper neutral/ground bonding) or high voltage spikes.
Thermistor Error 1. The thermistor located on the blower housing (or near the heater, depending on model) has failed or…
Thermistor Error 2. The secondary thermistor (often on the ductwork) is reading open or shorted. Often occurs if ambient temperature…
Thermistor Error 3. The thermistor detected a temperature change that is too rapid or inconsistent with the heating profile.
Thermistor Error 4. Specific to Heat Pump/Hybrid dryers. The compressor thermistor is faulty.
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Cancel/Drain. Indicates the CANCEL function is active and unit is draining.
Cancel function activated
Delay Start. Indicates the number of hours the start is delayed (e.g., 03 = 3 hours).
Time Remaining. Estimated cycle time is less than 2 hours.
Leak Error. Water detected in the base pan (flood switch tripped).
Bubble Error. Excessive suds detected.
Cool Dry. Unit is running the Cool Dry phase to reduce steam and cool dishes.
Current Error / Motor Error. Indicates an issue with the motor or its wiring harness.
Child Lock / Control Lock. Keys are locked to prevent accidental changes.
Test Mode. Unit is in diagnostic/test mode.
Version information of controller
Door Latch Error. Door is unlatched or latch is broken.
Download cycle has been downloaded
Leak Error. Water detected in the base pan (flood switch tripped). Equivalent to code AE.
Heat Dry fan issue
Heat Dry temperature error
Auto Open Door Error. The mechanism to pop the door open for drying has failed.
Combined Water Supply/Leak Error. Indicates water supply exceeds standard amount, oversudsing, or leveling issues.
Delay Start Setting (1 Hour).
Delay Start Setting (2 Hours).
Delay wash hour setting indicator
Delay wash hour setting indicator
Heater Error. Water failed to heat or overheated (above 149°F).
Delay Start Setting. Indicates delay start time setting.
Delay wash hour setting indicator
Water Inlet Error. The unit did not reach the required water level after 10 minutes of filling.
Rinse Aid Level. Indicates current rinse aid dispenser setting (L0=Off, L4=High).
Rinse aid level setting — Level 1
Rinse aid level setting — Level 2 (factory default)
Rinse aid level setting — Level 3
Rinse aid level setting — Level 4
Motor Error. Circulation motor malfunction or wiring issue.
Version information of controller
Vario Motor Error. Issue with the vario motor (diverter) controlling spray arms.
Drain Error. The unit is unable to drain water within the allotted time.
Download Cycle: Pots & Pans. Cleans heavily soiled cookware.
Download Cycle: Casseroles. Cleans greasy and heavily soiled dishes.
Download Cycle: Glassware. Safely washes delicate glassware.
Download Cycle: Night Care. Quietly washes dishes overnight.
Pressure Sensor Error. Issue with the water level sensor.
Power Failure. Indicates a disruption in power supply.
Leak error (alternate display for AE)
Thermal Error. Water temperature sensed above 194°F or thermistor failure.
Version information of controller
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The microwave is in a cooling cycle. The fan will run until the oven's temperature drops.
The microwave door is not closed properly.
There is an issue with the thermistor, which is essential for temperature regulation. This could be due to a loose…
The temperature in convection mode is not rising as it should.
In convection mode, the achieved temperature is more than 70°C when the user has set a temperature of 40°C.
A key on the control panel is shorted or stuck.
There is a touchpad error, indicating the control panel is not responding correctly.
Indicates a mainboard failure.
A key on the control panel has been shorted for more than a minute.
In convection cooking mode, the temperature is above 100°C even after the maximum time of 30 minutes.
There is a thermistor error.
There is a control panel malfunction or a key error. It can also indicate a temperature sensor error.
This indicates a humidity sensor fault.
There is a damper switch error. It can also indicate a problem with the humidity sensor.
This indicates a magnetron or inverter error.
The control lock (child lock) is active, preventing accidental use.