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LG Washer Error Codes: Printable Cheat Sheet

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CodeWhat it meansFirst thing to tryGuide
OEWater cannot drainStraighten/clear the drain hose; clean the drain pump filterFull guide
IEWater supply inadequateOpen the water tap fully; straighten hoses; clean the inlet filtersFull guide
UE / uEUnbalanced load (small uE = washer is rebalancing itself)Rearrange items, close the door, press Start/PauseFull guide
dELid/door not closed properlyClose the lid fully, then press Start/Pause–
LEMotor overloaded and lockedLet the washer rest 30 minutes, then restart the cycle–
FFWasher is frozenAdd warm water to the drum; wrap the supply hose in a warm, wet towel–
PFPower failure during a cycleRestart the cycle–
tEHeating / thermistor errorUnplug 10 seconds, plug back in and restart; request repair if it persists–
PEWater level sensor problemUnplug 10 seconds and restart; request repair if it persists–

Codes vary by model (front load, top load). Your owner's manual is the authority. Unplug power before any hands-on check. Not affiliated with the manufacturer. Sources (checked Oct 21, 2026): LG US: LG Washer – Error Code List (https://www.lg.com/us/support/help-library/lg-washer-error-code-list--20150140270078); LG: Washing Machine – Error Codes (tE, PE) (https://www.lg.com/africa/support/product-help/CT20080042-20154044417502). fixcodeguide.com