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LG Washer error code

LG Washer Error HE

Disconnect the washer from power at the circuit breaker.

Disconnect the washer from power at the circuit breaker.

ModerateStart with 5-15 minutes of safe checks
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LG washer repair guide for error HE
Error codeHEWasher

Try these first

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Disconnect the washer from power at the circuit

    Disconnect the washer from power at the circuit breaker. This involves working with heating components.

  2. 2
    Access the heater assembly, usually from the bottom

    Access the heater assembly, usually from the bottom front or rear of the washer.

  3. 3
    First, test the thermistor (temperature sensor) on the

    First, test the thermistor (temperature sensor) on the heater assembly for resistance (typically around 12,000-30,000 ohms at room temp, but check your model's specs). If it fails, replace it.

A quick explanation

What does HE mean?

Disconnect the washer from power at the circuit breaker.

The answer you came for

How to fix LG washer error HE

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Disconnect the washer from power at the circuit

    Disconnect the washer from power at the circuit breaker. This involves working with heating components.

  2. 2

    Access the heater assembly, usually from the bottom

    Access the heater assembly, usually from the bottom front or rear of the washer.

  3. 3

    First, test the thermistor (temperature sensor) on the

    First, test the thermistor (temperature sensor) on the heater assembly for resistance (typically around 12,000-30,000 ohms at room temp, but check your model's specs). If it fails, replace it.

  4. 4

    If the thermistor is good, test the heating

    If the thermistor is good, test the heating element itself for continuity. An open circuit (infinite ohms) means the element is burned out and the entire heater assembly needs replacement.

  5. 5

    Replace the faulty component, reassemble, and check for

    Replace the faulty component, reassemble, and check for leaks before restoring power.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix HE Error Disconnect the washer from power at the circuit breaker. This involves working with heating components.Access the heater assembly, usually from the bottom front or rear of the washer.First, test the thermistor (temperature sensor) on the heater assembly for resistance (typically around 12,000-30,000 ohms at room temp, but check your model's specs). If it fails, replace it.If the thermistor is good, test the heating element itself for continuity. An open circuit (infinite ohms) means the element is burned out and the entire heater assembly needs replacement.Replace the faulty component, reassemble, and check for leaks before restoring power.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Part listed in the current guide

OEM candidate: 5301ER1001H (Heater Assembly)

Why this part is shown: It is associated with LG Washer error HE in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

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Safety first

Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.

When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
  • Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.

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