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What does it mean on a washing machine cl. How to remove or remove the CL error code from the LG washing machine. Why does the code appear?

A modern automatic washing machine (AWM), which until recently seemed like a miracle of technology, is today a common attribute of the bathroom (kitchen) room. From a conventional washing device, the ASM has turned into a multi-unit with several dozen different programs, functions and options. But, like any complex equipment, literally stuffed with electronics, an automatic washing machine quite often tries to break down.

Error code - what is it?

We in no way misspoke when we said - he’s trying! Manufacturers of AFM, especially the latest generation models, anticipating many operational difficulties of the washing machine, equipped them with a self-diagnosis function. That is, the machine itself checks itself for professional suitability to perform any operation. And if it is impossible to complete it for technical reasons (detecting a malfunction in components and assemblies) or incorrect actions of the user himself, he immediately informs him about it. The information is displayed in the form of a set of letters and numbers on the machine’s display and is called an “automatic washing machine error code” (in our case it will be ACM Direct drive from the Korean manufacturer LG).

What to do if a fault code or error appears

Before answering the question “What to do if there is an error in the LG washing machine?”, let us immediately clarify that by default, errors and malfunctions of the washing machine are conditionally divided into two groups:

  • Errors in performing any actions performed by the user himself, and minor breakdowns. Both can be quickly fixed with your own hands.
  • Serious breakdowns, in the event of which repairs will require special knowledge and skills (if carried out independently repair work) or a specialist from the ACM technical service center.

Knowing the error codes of the LG Direct drive washing machine and what caused (the reason) the appearance of this warning, you can use a special table that indicates the decoding of the code, namely the name of the part, the unit of the device and several options for a possible malfunction (action error). independently evaluate and make a decision regarding the upcoming repairs.

The most common LG washing machine error codes

The most common errors (malfunctions) include incorrect actions by the user of the device due to inattention or negligence in relation to the operating rules of LG washing machines. These shortcomings include:

  • Machine overload.
  • Problems with the hatch locking device (UBL).
  • Installing child locks and the like.
  • Problems with pouring, heating, draining liquid from the AFM, and so on.

All these errors are indicated by codes - OE, DE, UE, CL, IE, etc.

In reality, such errors in the operation of such a complex device as an automatic washing machine are many times greater. But in this article we will analyze only error codes, the correction of which will not require serious intervention and can be completely corrected on our own.

LG washing machine OE error

If the washing is in full swing, the machine tank is full of laundry, water and foam, then according to the law of the sandwich (it always falls with the oil side down), prepare for the fact that the inscription “OE” may appear on the display of the washing machine (in Russian transcription it would better sound like O !E!). These symbols indicate that:

  • there is a blockage in the drain system of the device (filter, hoses);
  • the home sewer system, to which the discharge of waste liquid from the LG ACM is connected, may be seriously clogged and needs to be cleaned;
  • the drain pump of the washing machine has failed;
  • The water level meter (sensor) does not work;

  • The electrical controller (a device that protects the electric motor) has broken down.

Fault code DE

The DE error on an LG washing machine is usually a consequence of ordinary carelessness or haste. The DE signal informs the owner of the LG Direct drive washing machine that the specified washing program cannot be carried out because the drum door locking device has not worked, that is, the ASM hatch is open.

UE error code

Very common mistake. The appearance of such an inscription on the display indicates that the device cannot spin washed clothes due to an imbalance in the drum. To put it simply, things are clumped together (not distributed evenly throughout the drum).

There are two options for writing code in which the cipher is:

  • uE (lowercase u) means that the device is trying to independently redistribute the load and complete the operation normally;
  • UE - The washing machine requires third-party intervention.

IE symbols

The IE symbols on the LG Direct drive AFM screen indicate that there is no water in the device’s tank. The reasons for this may be the following factors:

  • The water tap is turned off, or there is no water supply in the water supply network of the house.
  • The pressure in the water supply is too low to supply fluid to the AFM.
  • The fill valve is damaged.
  • The pressure switch (water level switch) of the washing machine is not working properly.

CL error

CL is probably the most popular mistake for an automatic car in families with small children. By and large, the appearance of such an inscription on the display is more conveniently called a reminder that the operation of this device is protected by a locking program from outside interference, which does not allow children to accidentally start the washing machine or change the washing program (rinse, spin) while the process is already in progress.

As you, of course, noticed, the article does not provide ways to eliminate all of the above error codes for the LG Direct drive washing machine. It was done, or rather, not done, for several reasons.

The size of this article does not allow adequate attention to be given to each answer.

The ways to correct any of the options for these problems are quite obvious even based on their description.

If you still don’t know what to do if there is an error with your LG washing machine, then you have the opportunity to once again carefully study the operating instructions for the device, thereby resolving current issues regarding codes and avoiding more serious breakdowns in the future.

Despite the fact that in almost every article we advise people to read the instructions for their washing machine, they continue to ignore this advice, which gives rise to many problems. One such problem is the cl error on the LG washing machine. What kind of cl error is this, or maybe it’s not an error at all? What is this cl code that prevents you from working with the control panel, let's figure it out.

Reasons for the appearance of the code, what does it mean?

The cl code on an LG washing machine is not an error code at all, but a so-called information code that tells the user that the control panel lock mode or simply “child protection” is turned on.

Developers of automatic front-loading washing machines almost immediately became puzzled by the problem of the need for locking, since the control panel of such machines is located very low, within the reach of small children, which is very dangerous.

A child can easily, by pressing a few buttons, not only stop the washing process, but also damage the washing machine, so if your home has Small child, do not forget to use this function.

So, cl on an LG machine is an information code and if it appears after pressing a key combination, this is normal.

But what to do if this code is always displayed after turning on the washing machine, or even worse, it appears suddenly in the middle of the wash, although no one pressed anything, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves.

How to set/remove blocking, blocking options?

Almost everything modern models automatic washing machines from LG have a child lock, and the key combination that makes this lock is the same. Namely super rinse plus pre-wash. The location of the keys differs on different machine models. They can stand:

  • to the left of the display;
  • above the display;
  • under the display.

The essence does not change from this - pressing two super rinse plus prewash keys simultaneously and holding for 3 seconds activates the “child lock” mode, and also disables the mode.

It's quite difficult to mix up the buttons. The manufacturer took care of this by putting on the control panel symbols. In particular, the “child lock” keys are indicated by a smiling padlock, from which there are two curved lines pointing specifically to these buttons.

After setting the cl mode, it remains until the end of the wash. At the end of the washing process on some machine modelsLG, child protection is reset, and on some it remains even if the machine is turned off. In some models of LG washing machines, you can lock all buttons from children, and on some, all buttons except on/off.

This confuses consumers who purchased cars with partial locking. After all, a child can ruin the wash by pressing the on/off button.

Then what's the point of blocking it at all if the child is still able to influence the washing machine? Moreover, this problem is typical for expensive cars stuffed with different functions, and the more complex the machine, the more “delicate” its control module is.

Its sudden shutdown during the washing process can damage the microprocessor, and then an error may definitely occur.

The blockage occurs spontaneously and does not turn off

If the LG machine is working properly, then turning on and off the “child lock” mode will not be difficult. But what should you do if, when you turn on the washing machine, the inscription cl lights up on the display, and you cannot unlock the machine by pressing the keys, no matter how hard you press - is this an error? In essence, there may be several variants of this malfunction.

  1. The cl lock activates spontaneously after turning on the washing machine and does not turn off; therefore, it is impossible to set the washing program.
  2. The cl lock is activated spontaneously during the washing process (for example, at the end of the wash before rinsing).
  3. The cl lock is activated by the user, but is not disabled or disabled every other time.

IN in this case you need to either contact service for help, or try to fix the LG machine yourself. To repair it yourself, you will have to disassemble the washing machine by removing the control module.

Then you will need to take a multimeter and ring the contacts of the super rinse and prewash buttons, as well as the on/off buttons.

Most often, the causes of the above malfunctions are oxidized button contacts, frayed wires or defects in the control module board.

In conclusion, if the display of your LG washing machine shows cl, but the control panel does not work, do not rush to panic. In this case, this is not an error, it’s just that your machine is child locked and you need to unlock it by simultaneously pressing the super rinse and prewash buttons. Only if the blocking is not removed can we talk about a malfunction.

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You loaded the laundry into the machine, selected a program and pressed the Start button. But instead of the usual murmur of water there is silence, and the error code CL is displayed on the display of the LG washing machine.

The CL code on the LG machine display means that the Child Lock function is activated.

This mode is designed to block all buttons except the POWER key from being accidentally pressed and changing the washing program by children. You may have forgotten that you activated this function during the last wash.

It is possible that the child lock was turned on by other household members. Or the function was activated accidentally.

In any case, don't worry, the CL code is not an error. This is an informational message.

To do this, press and hold simultaneously for 3-4 seconds two buttons, indicated by the icon “pacifier” or the baby’s face with a lock. Depending on the model of your machine, these may be buttons

For those who have a small child who strives to touch and “poke” everything. It turns on in the same way as it turns off - by simultaneously pressing two keys, indicated by the “nipple” icon, for a few seconds.

The child lock mode can only be activated during the washing process (after activating it, the LG machine writes CL on the screen).

At the end of the wash, the function remains active, so the next time you wash, you must first deactivate the button lock.

If your LG washing machine displays a CL error and you are unable to remove the child lock yourself, contact Service Kuban by phone from 8.00 to 22.00:

We will definitely advise you, and if necessary, we will send a specialist to your home. A specialist will arrive within 24 hours after contacting you at a time convenient for you and will fix your problem.

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LG machine Thank you! Your hint helped me a lot - I removed the lock myself, Mother is already erasing!

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Thank you for your help

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Good afternoon Washing machine f12a8hds5, an error signal began to sound, nothing lights up on the display, and when the “child lock” is turned on, the error CL is displayed, when I remove the lock, the sound remains, but there is no information on the display.

Master's answer

Andrey, diagnostics are needed, there can be a lot of reasons. Most likely it's in the control module.

LG direct drive. Please tell me what the problem is, when you plug in the machine, it doesn’t show any signs of life, you jump the wires on the board, it works until you pull it out of the socket, and so on all the time. You have to constantly reconnect it to wash it.

Master's answer

Alexander, the reason may be in the radio interference filter or in the control module.

I turn on the LG machine, the CL code is on, the lock cannot be removed, I used the child lock all the time, one day it stopped unlocking, what should I do?

Master's answer

Roman, the buttons could get stuck or not work.

The machine turns on, immediately freezes, only the whirlpool machine start light is on, what could be the reason? In addition, the door is blocked and does not open for a long time.

Master's answer

Anna, if the door is blocked when you start the car, then check KEN(water supply solenoid valve).

The machine turns on, but does not start washing, it freezes, only the start button is on, the whirlpool machine, what could be the reason?

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Anna, the answer is above.

Anonymous | 28 Mar 2017 13:17

Please help me how to turn off Cl washing machine LG model F12U1HDN5

Master's answer

Good afternoon Your washing machine has a touch screen. Press the “Child Lock” button (also known as the “No folds” button) for 3 seconds and the lock will turn off.

Lyudmila | 19 Feb 2017 21:30

Thank you for giving such advice! Everything worked out!

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Lyudmila, we are glad that our article helped you!

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List of LG washing machine error codes and troubleshooting

Washing machine error codes (WMA) LG

The mechanical and electronic components of LG washing machines have fairly high reliability and durability, even under intensive use. Malfunctions of automatic machines of this brand occur no more often, or even much less frequently, than with household appliances from other well-known manufacturers.

However, if a problem does arise, then the “smart” equipment will let you know about it; the display of the washing machine will produce a certain alphanumeric combination, which may indicate the type of possible breakdown. Having correctly deciphered the error codes of LG washing machines (WMA) and their meaning, you can try to troubleshoot the problem yourself without resorting to expensive service.

RE

Pressostat malfunction. This code lights up on the display if within 25 minutes the tank has not filled with water even to the minimum level, or the water has filled the tank too quickly, in less than four minutes.

There are two solutions:

  • test and, if necessary, replace the water level sensor;
  • adjust the broken water supply pressure indicator.

C.L.

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Indication of activation of the child lock mode. In this case, any model of washing machine that has such a function, for example, LG WD 10490N, does not respond in any way to pressing any button, and the closed door does not open.

To correct the situation, you must simultaneously press two buttons that are appropriately marked or indicated in the instructions that come with the equipment.

OE (Ое) or 03

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The waste liquid is not drained. If there is still water in the tank five minutes after the water pump starts running, the machine will not even begin to drain it.

  • thoroughly check and clean the drain pump filter;
  • eliminate kinks, punctures and other defects in the relevant hoses;
    LG washing machine drain filter
  • eliminate possible malfunctions of the water sensor and, if necessary, replace it;
  • inspect the drain pump and evaluate its functionality;
  • check the reliability of the connection of the water drain point into the sewer system.

I.E.

Water intake problem. The appearance of this code indicates that the machine is not able to fill with water after the allotted time has elapsed.

  • check the functionality of the plumbing system and the availability of water;
  • eliminate kinks, holes, punctures in hoses;
  • repair or replace the inlet valve, as well as the wiring connected to it;
  • test the main control board.
    Control board

dE (de) de1

Open hatch. This error may mean that either the machine door is open or does not work door lock, or there is no signal from the locking mechanism. It is worth noting that the failure of the lock is a fairly common breakdown; the second place in this situation is given to the hatch handle.

  • inspect the door to ensure it is closed correctly;
  • check the handle for broken (worn) components;
  • if the door fuse is faulty, replace the element or the entire door lock;
  • carry out control testing of the wiring of the locking mechanism.

UE

Unbalanced load. The transcript is more of an informational nature. Continuing to strip may cause significant damage to the drum.

You should check the amount of laundry loaded. It is possible that either one large and heavy item was placed in the tank, or something that was not light enough in weight, which, in fact, caused an imbalance in the drum.

SE (5e)

Hall Sensor. The machine begins to write such an error if the design of the AGR provides for a direct drive with the DD index. It is necessary to check the integrity and functionality of the drive motor sensor (Hall), as well as the possible occurrence of various defects in its wire connections.

SE

The electric motor is overloaded. The program most often issues such a code if the machine drum is overloaded with laundry. In this case, it seems to be “supported” and “knocked out” during operation.

  • It is very easy to reset the error; you just need to reduce the number of loaded things.
  • If, even after performing the actions, the code is not reset, then you need to check the electronic controller and, in fact, the drive motor itself.

L.E.

Incorrect hatch lock.

  • network voltage;
  • the hatch door is closed correctly;
  • door handle for possible defects and degree of wear;
  • door fuse, if necessary, replace the entire lock assembly;
  • integrity of the door lock mechanism wiring;
  • are there any cracks on the rotor, as well as breaks in the magnet itself;
    LG washing machine rotor
  • Are there any foreign, unnecessary objects that interfere with the full rotation of the drum?

F.E.

Tank overfilling with water. This code symbol informs that the water level in the tank has reached the maximum (emergency) level. For models that do not have an LCD display, for example, LG WD80250, in this case the pre- and main-wash markers will light (blink) simultaneously.

The solution to the problem may be one of the following:

  • elimination of excess foam that may arise when using a washing machine that is not suitable for this model. powder or other detergent, as well as in models with an unspecified option for controlling the formation of foam (LDZHI 10160);
  • testing the correct operation of the water level sensor, as well as its wiring and contacts for defects;
  • controller check;
  • inspect the water supply valve and, if necessary, remove any foreign objects stuck in it.

tE

Temperature sensor errors. This letter designation appears on the CM display immediately if problems arise in the heating circuit.

  • carefully inspect the temperature sensor, thermistor and check its resistance values;
  • check the correct connection of the temperature sensor, heating element, as well as the integrity of its wiring.

PF

Power failure.

In order to eliminate such malfunctions, it is recommended to perform the following list of actions:

  • pay close attention to ensuring that the washing machine is connected to a separate outlet and not to a multifunctional socket;
  • check the correct connection of the cord and its integrity;
  • inspect the wiring, as well as the quality of the connection of the surge protector against radio interference with the control module;
  • check the power indicator, LCD panel board connector on the main control board.

E1 (01)

Water penetrates into the tray of the machine.

  • check the degree of depressurization of the tank;
  • inspect the water level sensor, as well as all hoses for punctures, kinks and other defects.

E3

Error in determining the load level.

You can clear this error by pressing the “Start” button, after which the machine will enter standby mode.

AE

Error when starting automatic shutdown mode.

It is not recommended to fix the problem yourself, since this coding may imply several malfunctions that occurred simultaneously. It would be more prudent to contact a specialized service center that will carry out the necessary repairs.

As practice shows, breakdowns of direct drive washing machines (LG E1069SD, LG F1020ND1, LG M10B8ND1) begin to occur in the sixth year of operation.

In such models, the drum moves using a drive belt. Machines of other designs involve direct rotation, for example, models from the LG DIRECT DRIVE series.

They lack such a component as brushes, which quickly become unusable.

Most often, the following functional units fail and cause many breakdowns, especially in the old LG INTELLOWASHER series:

  • Heating elements. As a rule, malfunction of this unit is manifested in the fact that washing is carried out in sufficiently cold water Without the detergent completely dissolving in it, there may be stains from the washing powder on the clothes. The serviceability of the heating element is checked by a tester, which means that it is necessary to determine the resistance value of the thermoelement.
  • Pressostat. The amount of water in the machine tank is controlled and regulated by a special pressure sensor. If it breaks down, the system will signal an emergency overflow, or an independent, unregulated drain of water will occur. Minor repairs, as well as complete replacement of a failed sensor, can be carried out independently.
  • Seals and/or bearings. The wear of these elements is always characterized by the presence of noise and grinding noise when the drum rotates. Must be replaced.
  • Failures in the electronics of the machine can very often occur due to trivial changes in the electrical network. In practice, the main module undergoes serious damage in extremely rare cases; most often, the terminals and wires simply burn out.
  • The design of most models of LG brand washing machines is such that it is the drain pump that is subject to frequent blockages. Therefore, it should be checked as often as possible, especially if poor drainage has been noted.

LG SMAs are always equipped with an intelligent control option.

Each model is capable of not only functioning efficiently in any selected washing, drying or spinning mode, but also independently diagnosing various problems (noise, imbalance, leaks, overheating, overflow, inability to spin, rinse, etc.), promptly notifying this user with the code displayed on the display.

You can find out the decoding (in addition to those listed above) from the code table, which is usually included in the instructions included with the machine.

How to extend the life of a washing machine

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Not a single owner of any household appliance is immune from the natural wear and tear of parts, even if we are talking about high-quality ones. washing machines trademark LG. The fact is that the functionality and service life are influenced by many extraneous factors.

The most common among them are:

  • quality and composition of water used;
  • working condition of the electrical network;
  • features of the environment of use, work intensity;
  • frequency of equipment maintenance and much more.

But if you take care of your washing machine and do everything possible options cleaning and caring for it, then there is always the possibility of its long-term operation, even if it is already, for example, the LG WD1013OT model has been discontinued.

Preventive measures to prevent breakdowns and the occurrence of software errors do not represent a complex algorithm.

It is enough just to perform the following actions with a certain frequency:

  1. Approximately once every three years, partially disassemble the machine in order to be able to carefully inspect the constituent parts and elements for serviceability and mechanical wear. This will help you timely replace a part that is about to fail, and thereby avoid costly repairs.
  2. In most regions, tap water has very high hardness levels. If you use it when washing without adding special softeners, then after a short time The machine produces kilograms of limestone.
  3. Before loading laundry, be sure to check it for foreign objects. You should also distribute the number of items for one wash as much as possible. The fact is that overloading, as well as underloading the drum, can cause its imbalance.
  4. At the end of the wash, you should keep the hatch open for some time until it is completely dry. We should not forget about cleaning the powder receptacle from any residual detergent.
  5. Regularly, preferably after each wash, clean the mesh filter to avoid emergency clogging.
  6. It is recommended to thoroughly wipe the rubber cuff of the hatch to remove stagnant water with a dry soft cloth.
  7. During washing, unless absolutely necessary, you should not specifically disconnect the machine from the power supply. A sudden loss of power may be one of the reasons for the failure of the control module.
  8. Professional craftsmen recommend doing independent dry cleaning of the washing machine approximately once every six months. To do this, you just need to add a special cleaning agent to the washing powder container and run the machine in full wash mode at maximum temperature.

The above actions are not complicated; they only require time. However, if washing machine maintenance becomes a good habit, then its uninterrupted operation will become an indispensable attribute of your life.

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If you have an LG washing machine, then sooner or later you may encounter an error such as UE. It most often occurs when the unit does not begin the process of spinning the laundry after the water has been drained, or the drum rotates monotonously without increasing the speed. In such cases, the washing machine stops the spinning or washing process and the display shows the error UE. Moreover, this type of error is of two types: UE and uE. This depends on the model of the washing machine. In this article we will tell you why this occurs. errorUEon the washing machineLG.

How to decipher the error

First, you need to distinguish between Ue and uE errors on an LG washing machine. The uE error appears in an LG machine for a single reason, and it means that load imbalance has been detected and an attempt to fix the problem in automatic mode has failed. It is possible to solve this problem yourself by adding water so that the laundry is more evenly distributed throughout the drum.

Error code Ue may appear regularly on LG machines, but this does not always indicate a malfunction. Infrequent occurrences of errors, on the contrary, inform the owner about the normal operation of the unit. However, if this error occurs during the spinning process, during each wash, this means that there is a high probability of failure of the LG washing machine.

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If you accidentally overload the machine or, on the contrary, the drum is not fully loaded, the washing unit writes the code Ue on the display. In this case, it is not recommended to restart the machine, or rather, you should not do this, in order to avoid failure software. It is necessary to load, or vice versa, unload, the laundry, after which the machine should start.

In some models, you can open the hatch yourself and place the laundry more evenly if this does not work for the machine. Most things have different weight, and during spinning they may be distributed unevenly throughout the drum, which will lead to imbalance, and the operation in progress will be interrupted automatically, which the machine will notify you in the form of an error code Ue or uE on the unit display.

It is also worth checking whether the washing machine has lost its balance and whether it was installed correctly during installation. If it is uneven, it is necessary to correct its position to a more even one.

If nothing helps, then there is a high probability of a failure in the control system. In order to fix this problem, you need to disconnect the unit from the network. And do this very carefully and wait about half an hour.

Conclusion

For more detailed operating and maintenance instructions, please refer to the user manual. We hope this article helped you understand the question of why this may occur. errorUEon the washing machineLG. We recommend that you do not engage self-repair, if you do not have specific knowledge in this area. The best solution in such a situation is to contact a service specialist.

LG washing machines are equipped with an electronic system that displays error codes in the event of any problems with the washing machine, connection or drainage system.

Malfunctions of LG washing machines:

  • dE- the door is not closed. To clear the dE error, close the door again. Also possible malfunctions: door lock, electronic module.
  • Cl— these symbols mean that the child lock mode is turned on in the car. To clear the Cl error code, press and hold for 2 seconds. Child lock keys.
  • P.E.— level sensor malfunction. The PE code is shown on the display if the tank was not filled with water within the allotted time or if the water was filled too quickly. Possible malfunctions: faulty level sensor; insufficient or high pressure water in the tap.
  • F.E.-exceeding the water level in the tank. The FE code is displayed if the water level in the tank has exceeded the permissible level. Possible malfunctions: malfunction of the electronic module, level sensor, water inlet valve does not close.
  • tE— the tE error occurs if the temperature sensor is faulty.
  • LE or CE— electric motor overload. The code is displayed on the display if the machine is overloaded with laundry, undervoltage networks. There may also be an electrical fault. module or electric motor.
  • HE- no water heating. Malfunction of the heating element or electronic module.
  • washing machine lg error IE- no water supply. The IE error occurs in the following cases: low water pressure, the hose or filter is clogged, the electronic module is faulty, the valve is faulty, the level sensor is faulty.
  • O.E.- no water drainage. For the Lg washing machine, the error е is displayed in the following cases: the drain connection is incorrect, the drain hose or drain filter is clogged, or the drain pump is faulty.
  • UE- an error code occurs if the drum cannot be balanced. Possible reasons: Not enough items are loaded, items are not evenly distributed. In these cases, you need to manually distribute things and add more if there are not enough of them. Also, if the UE malfunctions, the electronic module or motor sensor may fail.

Despite the fact that in almost every article we advise people to read the instructions for their washing machine, they continue to ignore this advice, which gives rise to many problems. One such problem is the cl error on the LG washing machine. What kind of cl error is this, or maybe it’s not an error at all? What is this cl code that prevents you from working with the control panel, let's figure it out.

Reasons for the appearance of the code, what does it mean?

The cl code on an LG washing machine is not an error code at all, but a so-called information code that tells the user that the control panel lock mode or simply “child protection” is turned on. Developers of automatic front-loading washing machines almost immediately became puzzled by the problem of the need for locking, since the control panel of such machines is located very low, within the reach of small children, which is very dangerous.

Note! The cl code is, in fact, a short designation of the English word “children”, which is translated into Russian as “children”.

A child can easily not only stop the washing process by pressing a few buttons, but also damage the washing machine, so if you have a small child in your home, do not forget to use this function. So, cl on an LG machine is an information code and if it appears after pressing a key combination, this is normal. But what to do if this code is always displayed after turning on the washing machine, or even worse, it appears suddenly in the middle of the wash, although no one pressed anything, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves.

How to set/remove blocking, blocking options?

Almost all modern models of automatic washing machines from LG have a child lock, and the key combination that makes this lock is the same. Namely super rinse plus pre-wash. The location of the keys differs on different machine models. They can stand:


The essence does not change from this - pressing two super rinse plus prewash keys simultaneously and holding for 3 seconds activates the “child lock” mode, and also disables the mode.

It's quite difficult to mix up the buttons. The manufacturer took care of this by putting symbols on the control panel. In particular, the “child lock” keys are indicated by a smiling padlock, from which there are two curved lines pointing specifically to these buttons.

After setting the cl mode, it remains until the end of the wash. At the end of the washing process on some machine modelsLG, child protection is reset, and on some it remains even if the machine is turned off. In some models of LG washing machines, you can lock all buttons from children, and on some, all buttons except on/off.

This confuses consumers who purchased cars with partial locking. After all, a child can ruin the wash by pressing the on/off button. Then what's the point of blocking it at all if the child is still able to influence the washing machine? Moreover, this problem is typical for expensive machines, stuffed with various functions, and the more complex the machine, the more “delicate” its control module is. Its sudden shutdown during the washing process can damage the microprocessor, and then an error may definitely occur.

Important! If in your model of LG machine, the control panel should be completely blocked and this is written in the operating instructions, but in fact everything except the on/off button is blocked, this may indicate a malfunction of the control module.

The blockage occurs spontaneously and does not turn off

If the LG machine is working properly, then turning on and off the “child lock” mode will not be difficult. But what should you do if, when you turn on the washing machine, the inscription cl lights up on the display, and you cannot unlock the machine by pressing the keys, no matter how hard you press - is this an error? In essence, there may be several variants of this malfunction.

  1. The cl lock activates spontaneously after turning on the washing machine and does not turn off; therefore, it is impossible to set the washing program.
  2. The cl lock is activated spontaneously during the washing process (for example, at the end of the wash before rinsing).
  3. The cl lock is activated by the user, but is not disabled or disabled every other time.

In this case, you need to either contact the service for help, or try to repair the LG machine yourself. To repair it yourself, you will have to dismantle the control module. Then you will need to take a multimeter and ring the contacts of the super rinse and prewash buttons, as well as the on/off buttons. Most often, the causes of the above malfunctions are oxidized button contacts, frayed wires or defects in the control module board.

Important! If, after checking the electrical system, you are convinced that the problem is in the control module board, contact a specialist. It is better not to repair this part yourself.

In conclusion, if the display of your LG washing machine shows cl, but the control panel does not work, do not rush to panic. In this case, this is not an error, it’s just that your machine is child locked and you need to unlock it by simultaneously pressing the super rinse and prewash buttons. Only if the blocking is not removed can we talk about a malfunction.