LG washing machine malfunctions and how to fix them

LG household appliances have proven to be quite high quality. This brand sells decent washing machines that are characterized by reliability and functionality. However, like any other unit, over time, washing equipment can fail for a variety of reasons.

According to statistics, LG washing machines for 5, 6 kg begin to break down after the 5th year of operation. In order to correctly identify the cause of the breakdown, it is worth knowing the unit diagram. The following elements are present in the standard drive circuit of the equipment:

• pulley;
• drum;
• belt;
• motor.

Direct drive units are characterized by the following elements:

• drum;
• motor with direct drive.

This type of motor has a shield that wears out regularly. During malfunctions, it is easily determined that the cause of the breakdown lies in the failure of the functionality of the motor, and not in the parts that are adjacent to it.

The reasons for the malfunction of the washing machine can have a different basis. Often, careless use of equipment, washing without following the rules of the instruction leads to breakdowns. Users may notice that the unit does not heat up, the sound disappears when draining, the machine hums and does not pick up speed, it shocks, any button does not work or does not wash well. In these situations, you can try to disassemble and clean the structure on your own or with the help of professionals. However, before repairing, it is imperative to find out why the equipment does not hold the valve, squeaks, shakes, jumps, squeezes for a long time, whistles, the touch panel does not select the program, only then proceed to the troubleshooting process.

In the case when there is no water heating during washing, you need to think about the cause of the problem. The following points can lead to this situation.

1. The occurrence of a failure in the operation of a sensor that monitors the water level or temperature regime.
2. The wires leading to the heating element are damaged.
3. Broken heating element.
4. Broken control module assembly.

Also, this situation is often caused by the clogging of the water level sensor tube, frayed wires, the presence of scale on the heating element, constant interruptions in electricity, as well as the marriage of equipment parts. After a malfunction has been identified, you can proceed to its elimination:

• clean or replace the pipes of the water sensors;
• replace, insulate wires;
• remove scale from the heating element;
• change the heating element or thermal sensor;
• repair the control module.

Noise, grinding, beating, banging - all this can excite the owner of the LG washing machine. Often, technology thunders due to flaws in its design. The following reasons can also lead to noise and rattling:

• finding the car on an uneven surface;
• use with not fully screwed in bolts;
• the presence in the tank of a foreign object that leads to jamming of the drum;
• deformed or damaged bearings;
• destruction or damage to the counterweight;
• breakage of the shock absorber, spring;
• improper placement of laundry inside the drum, namely, insufficient or excessive amount.

The main activities that will help to establish a silent spinning of the machine are the following:

• elimination of a foreign object from the tank;
• replacement of faulty bearings;
• cleaning the fasteners of the internal tank;
• replacement of fasteners, tightening of nuts, ensuring the tightness of the shaft;
• tightening screws.

The LG washing machine, which vibrates a lot, especially during the spinning process or when rinsing, has some malfunctions. Ignoring this issue can lead to more serious wizard problems. Strong vibration of the equipment can occur due to not removed transport bolts, improper installation, imbalance of the laundry, as well as excessive load. If the owner of the LG washing machine does not have the opportunity to take it to a service center, then you can try to fix the problem yourself. To do this, you can carry out the following activities:

• tighten the fasteners;
• control the amount of laundry when washing;
• load things evenly;
• correct the stability of the legs;
• rinse out the clogged drain hose.

The most common problem sometimes encountered by owners of LG machines is a failure in the supply of liquid to washing machines. Most often, this problem occurs in the event of improper operation of the unit. In the case when the machine gives a signal about a lack of liquid, the owner should check the quality of the water pressure. If it is weak, then it is better to postpone the procedure.

Water can enter the drum with problems also due to a broken valve, malfunction of the pressure switch, board failure, dysfunction of the programmer.

To resume the supply of fluid to the machine, it is worth disconnecting the hose from the unit, inspecting the filters and nozzles. In the case when the hatch does not close completely, it is worth tightening the fasteners or changing the hinges. To check the functionality of the pressure switch, unscrew the fastening bolts by dismantling the wire and hose. The clogged hose is washed, and the dirty contacts of the pressure switch are cleaned.

Quite often, the operation of the washing machine is disrupted after the unit is turned on, and as a result, the filled water tank does not function. The drum does not rotate for some reason.

• A belt fell off the transmission pulleys. This situation does not happen without reason. Bearing wear, excessive shaking of the unit at the time of high revolutions during spinning can lead to it. Also, the belt flies due to broken shock absorbers.

• The engine or its component is broken. After a certain period of time, the details of the brushes can be erased on the engine. In this case, no electric current is transmitted to the shaft manifold, and the engine does not start. If the tachogenerator is broken, then during operation a characteristic squeak will be heard, which is constantly increasing.

• Too much laundry has been loaded. This reason quite often leads to breakdowns of automatic machines. The hostess must remember that you should not put a lot of things in the machine, as this can not only lead to a breakdown of the unit, but also affect the quality of the wash. In order for the machine to work for a long time, it should be loaded exclusively to the permissible weight.

• Broken electronic module. This unit may stop functioning in the event of power surges or moisture on the wiring. To avoid trouble, experts recommend doing laundry in a well-ventilated room.At the end of the work, the unit should be turned off from the network.

If the drive belt has fallen off, then it should be returned to its place, if it is worn out, it will need to be replaced. During the operation of the washing machine, the brushes can be shortened, so they should be changed.

Often, housewives complain about difficulties when closing the washing machine. In some cases, it is not able to slam shut. Otherwise, the electrical blocking is not carried out. As a rule, the cause of this situation is considered to be a defect that appeared during mechanical stress. Locking problems are a consequence of a malfunction of an electronic compound machine.

In the first case, you can deal with the problem yourself, using a screwdriver. In order for the door to close, it is worth replacing the worn out rubber band. If the problem is related to a violation of electrical blocking, then in this case it is better to seek help from specialists.

If the machine knocks out when the washing machine is turned on, then this may indicate such moments:

• household appliances are broken;
• wiring problems.

Do not ignore the compliance of cable sections, as well as machines. You can solve the problem by replacing the cord or plug, if necessary.

Thanks to the automation of washing, LG washing machines have made the household chores of housewives much easier. Sometimes during operation, the units freeze, stop working and do not respond to button presses. This type of malfunction can occur for the following reasons.

1. Overloading equipment. If the machine freezes immediately after it was turned on, it should be turned off. Then the hostess should drain the water and remove some of the laundry from the drum. After carrying out these manipulations, you can turn on the unit with the desired washing mode.
2. Wrong mode. The problem can be solved quite simply by setting the correct wash cycle.
3. Clogged supply system, liquid drainage. Cleaning the filter will help solve this unpleasant situation.

Also, washing machines hang due to a malfunction of the engine, heating element, sensors, electronic control module, UBL, drain pump. If the reason for the equipment freezing is any of the above, then you should contact the professionals for help.

The mistresses of the LG washing machine are faced with a situation where water does not drain from it. Sometimes, while washing the laundry, the machine does not switch to the next stage, as a result of which there is no drainage of the waste liquid... In this case, an error is displayed on the screen, so you need to constantly pay attention to the display. The reason for this situation may be poor functioning of the drain pump, clogging of the filter, hoses, pipes. In this case, you need to do your own cleaning of the clogged parts.

If it is present, then you need to carefully inspect the cord for defects, kinks, breaks. Another reason for an unpleasant situation may be a failure of the mains filter, which is worth checking and, if necessary, changing. Also, do not overlook checking the health of the control unit. Only specialists can repair the unit.

Breakdowns of the LG washing machine can be prevented if you use it according to the instructions, correctly choosing the modes, programs. It is better if this type of equipment is installed by a specialist. When operating equipment, it is worth adhering to the following rules:

• monitor water quality;
• always check the voltage in the network;
• if interruptions occur, then the unit should be turned off;
• it is worth loading the car up to the maximum permissible level;
• wash clothes only with high-quality products;
• pull out small items from pockets of clothes;
• clean the filter of the appliance regularly.

Following the above simple rules will help to avoid malfunctions of LG household washing appliances. If the car breaks down, and an error is displayed on the screen, then you can try to eliminate it on your own or contact the professionals. The main thing is to carefully use the washing machine, do not ignore the manufacturer's recommendations and fix any problems in time.

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