When the LG washing machine shows the LE error, this indicates that the further washing process is not possible. At the same time, the reasons for this phenomenon can be quite harmless, for example, a loosely closed door or a slight overload. In some cases, they are more complex - problems on the part of the control unit, voltage drop. The main causes and ways to solve them at home are described in detail in the material presented.
The content of the article
- Main reasons
- Self repair
- When to Call the Master
Main reasons
The operating instructions for different models clearly describe the most common reasons for which LG gives an LE error. This fault only occurs on devices equipped with direct drive. That is, we are talking about units without a belt drive, in which the drum is connected to the engine using a special clutch.
These are more modern and durable models that can also fail. If we talk about what the LE error means for the LG washing machine, we get the following list of reasons:
- The door is not tightly closed - it is not blocked, therefore, the washing process does not go. In this case, you need to open the door again and close it again when you hear a click. It is best to do this when the device itself is turned on.
- Violations on the part of the control unit is a rather serious breakdown, which is often associated with a power surge. You can try unplugging the power plug for 15-20 minutes and plugging it back in.
- Too much laundry, it's bunched up. If the load is unevenly distributed, an LE error will appear on the LG display. It is necessary to stop washing, remove some of the clothes and straighten the laundry, especially if it is large (duvet covers, sheets).
- Small voltage in the network - you can turn on the lamp and make sure that it does not burn as brightly as usual. It is recommended to immediately disconnect the device from the mains and wait until a stable supply of electricity resumes.
- Finally, the LG washing machine also shows the LE error in cases where the drum is blocked by foreign objects. It can be keys, key chains and other things. Checking the cause is quite simple - you need to turn off the unit and turn the drum manually.
Self repair
Self-elimination of the error is possible if the cause is not so serious. It is quite obvious that you can check the rotation of the drum, close the door tightly enough or wait until there are voltage drops.
If CMA LG error LE is shown during the spin cycle, you should stop the process, remove some of the laundry and straighten it, spreading it over 2-3 cycles instead of one. It also happens that the unit is heavily overloaded. Especially often this phenomenon occurs when washing in delicate modes (manual, for silk or wool).
Even if the cause is related to failures in the control unit (due to power surges), do-it-yourself repairs are also possible. In this case, you need to act like this:
- Disconnect the device from the network.
- Remove the top cover.
- Make sure that the wires have not moved away from the contacts.
- Connect them together if necessary.
- Check how the machine works.
If you can see that the wires are frayed or broken, it is better to call the master. The same should be done in a number of other cases described in the next section.
When to Call the Master
If the LG washing machine shows an LE error, and the described instructions did not help, the reason is probably more serious, so it’s better to contact the support center. It is necessary to do so in such situations:
- The lock or handle at the door is broken - it will need to be replaced.
- The wiring at the control unit is damaged - repair after inspection or a complete replacement is possible.
- The block itself broke down - the problem is solved only by a complete replacement, and the installation is carried out by a specialist.
- Malfunctions in the operation of the sensor that monitors speed - a malfunction is diagnosed in a professional way. With a high probability, the node will have to be changed.
- The winding burned out - it is also necessary to completely replace it.
Among the error codes of the LG typewriter "LE" is quite common. In general, this message indicates that washing is not possible. And the reasons can be very different. If they cannot be diagnosed on their own, it is better to contact a specialist. Repairing at home without an accurate understanding of your actions can lead to other breakdowns.
