What is the LE error in an LG washing machine? Causes of occurrence and possibility of elimination

When an LG washing machine shows an LE error, this indicates that further washing process is impossible. Moreover, the reasons for this phenomenon can be quite harmless, for example, a door that is not tightly closed or a slight overload. In some cases, they are more complex - problems with the control unit, voltage drop. The main reasons and ways to solve them at home are described in detail in the presented material.

Main reasons

The operating instructions for different models clearly describe the most common reasons why LG displays an LE error. This malfunction only appears on devices equipped with direct drive. That is, we are talking about units without a belt drive, in which the drum and engine are connected using a special coupling.

These are more modern and durable models that can also fail. If we talk about what the LE error means for an LG washing machine, we get the following list of reasons:

1. The door is not closed tightly - it is not locked, and therefore the washing process does not proceed. In this case, you need to open the door again and close it again, hearing a click. It's better to do this when the device itself is turned on.
2. Violations on the part of the control unit are a rather serious breakdown, which is often associated with a power surge.You can try unplugging the plug from the socket for 15-20 minutes and plugging it back in.
3. There is too much laundry, it has bunched up. If the load is unevenly distributed, an LE error will appear on the LG display. It is necessary to stop the washing, remove some of the clothes and straighten the laundry, especially if it is large (duvet covers, sheets).
4. There is a 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 unplug the device and wait until a stable power supply is restored.
5. Finally, the LG washing machine shows the LE error even in cases where the drum is blocked by foreign objects. These could be keys, keychains and other things. Checking the cause is quite simple - you need to turn off the unit and turn the drum manually.

DIY repair

Fixing the error yourself 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 no voltage drops.

If the SMA LG error LE is shown during the spin cycle, you should stop the process, remove some of the laundry and straighten it, distributing it into 2-3 cycles instead of one. It also happens that the unit is heavily overloaded. This phenomenon occurs especially often when washing in delicate modes (manual, for silk or wool).

Even if the reason is related to malfunctions in the control unit (due to power surges), DIY repairs are also possible. In this case, you need to act like this:

1. Disconnect the device from the network.
2. Remove the lid from above.
3. Make sure that the wires do not move away from the contacts.
4. Connect them together if necessary.
5. Check how the machine works.

If you can see that the wires are very frayed or torn, it is better to call a specialist. The same should be done in a number of other cases described in the next section.

When to contact a specialist

If your LG washing machine shows an LE error, and the described instructions did not help, the reason is probably more serious, so it is better to contact the support center. This is necessary to do in the following situations:

1. The lock or handle on the door is broken and will need to be replaced.
2. The wiring of the control unit is damaged - repair after inspection or complete replacement is possible.
3. The unit itself is broken - the problem can only be solved by a complete replacement, and the installation is carried out by a specialist.
4. Malfunctions in the operation of the sensor that monitors revolutions - the malfunction is diagnosed in a professional way. It is highly likely that the unit will have to be replaced.
5. The winding has burned out - it must also be completely replaced.

Among LG machine error codes, “LE” is quite common. In general, this message indicates that washing is not possible. Moreover, the reasons can be very different. If you cannot diagnose them yourself, it is better to consult a specialist. Repairing at home without a precise understanding of your actions can lead to other breakdowns.