OE error on LG washing machine: causes and remedies

The LG washing machine is designed in such a way that it itself prompts the user when a breakdown occurs. An error code is displayed on the panel, and from it you can understand what went wrong.

It often happens that the LG washing machine issues an OE code during spinning or in the middle of a program while the wash is still in progress. The user is faced with a serious problem because the drum is full of wet laundry. To understand what happened, you need to correctly decipher the error that is burning on the equipment screen.

The OE code appears on the display when the washing machine starts the drain pump. In fact, at this moment the water should be removed from the drum, but in fact it remains inside, hence the error.

When programming the machine, the manufacturer has provided a short period of time during which an attempt to drain the water must be repeated. If even after 5 minutes nothing has changed and the liquid remains inside, the system issues OE.

It is necessary to understand why the pump, which is responsible for removing water from the drum, cannot do its job. There may be several reasons for this:

• there is a debris plug in the filter or hose;
• breakdown of the drain pump;
• debris can accumulate in the sewer system;
• the water level sensor has become unusable;
• breakdown of the electrical controller.

The last cause of failure is often manifested not only by the described error. The user should observe how the technique works by activating different modes of operation.

You shouldn't send the technician for repair right away. The first step is to check the hoses for blockages.

First, they check the quality of the sewage system. To do this, they open the taps and observe how quickly the water leaves. If everything is fine, it is worth checking the filter and drain hose directly on the washing machine.

The trash filter is inspected first. It must be well cleaned, preferably rinsed with water. If it is clean, but the error still appears, then the reason is different. The blockage may be between the siphon and the filter of the technique. If the connection is made directly, and the drain hose is inserted directly into the sewer, then look for a blockage there. Strong dirt plugs are removed with steel wire.

If there are no problems with clogging, you should pay attention to the operation of the pump. In this technique, they are quite noisy. Extraneous sounds are easy to hear. However, if the technique is quiet, this is also an indicator of a problem.

The OE error can occur due to improper operation of the electrical controller or the sensor responsible for the water level. In both cases, it is not recommended to carry out self-repair, it is better to contact a specialist.

Before proceeding with the elimination of the problem, you just need to restart the equipment. It will need to be disconnected from the power supply and wait a while. Sometimes there are failures in the operation of the unit responsible for control, hence non-existent errors on the screen.

But more often than not, simply cleaning the drain filter is enough to remedy the situation. It is he who gets dirty faster than other elements of the system. Access to it is at the bottom of the technique. This can be done independently, without the involvement of a specialist.

Sometimes the reason for the described error may be simply a pinched drain hose. Water cannot flow freely through it.

If a blockage appears in the place where the drain is docked with the sewer, then you first need to disconnect the pipes, only after that you can start removing the dirt. On LG machines, most of the elements of the drain system are easily accessible through the bottom.

It also happens that the actions taken to clean the hoses and filters did not work, and the error reappears on the screen. In this case, it is necessary to look for the source of the problem inside the washing machine.

If, after listening to the operation of the drain pump, the user realizes that it is working quietly or, conversely, makes a lot of unnecessary noise, it is worth checking it out.

Free access to the drain pump opens through the bottom. It will need to be disconnected, but this must be done carefully so as not to damage the internal components of the washing machine. Particular attention should be paid to the impeller. A blockage could have formed in it. Residual debris that passes through the filter settles here. This includes hair, animal hair, threads and other small items.

After cleaning, the pump is installed in its original place, observing the reverse procedure. If simple cleaning did not help, and the error is displayed again, then it is worth replacing the pump with a new one.

It also happens that the user drains the water from the equipment manually, but after such actions it is not poured into the drum. There is a possibility that there is a problem with the water level sensor.

First you need to check the hoses that lead to the described part. Chances are good that a blockage has formed in them too, so additional cleaning is required.

If the problem cannot be solved so easily, then the pressure switch is out of order and needs to be replaced. You can inspect the elements of the water sensor by removing the top cover of the washing machine.

In the event that the user has eliminated the problem with blockage and damage in the drain system, but the error reappears on the screen, most likely the problem lies in the controller. Repair of this element should be done on your own only if you have the skill of working with electronics. In the absence of such, it is better to call a specialist.

Replacing a module is expensive, but most of the time you can fix the problem yourself. If you carry out the prevention of contamination, then the breakdown will not occur soon, perhaps you will not have to deal with it at all.

Experts recommend the procedure according to which it is worth inspecting the washing machine in order to eliminate the OE error:

• when cleaning the filter of the drain pump, you need to remove not only large debris, but also small debris, it is advisable to rinse it well under running water;
• the drain hose must first be disconnected, and then rinsed well under the pressure of hot water;
• the siphon also requires regular cleaning, it is removed and disassembled;
• to check the voltage level of the pressure switch and the drain pump, it is worth using a voltmeter, it will show which element needs to be replaced if a breakdown occurs;
• sometimes a simple reboot will help solve the problem, first it is worth disconnecting the pressure switch sensor, and then the pump.

Not all users get acquainted with the instructions from the manufacturer, as a result, they do not know that from time to time it is required to perform preventive cleaning of some elements of the equipment structure.

With the correct and consistent approach, it is possible to eliminate the breakdown on its own. It takes up to 30 minutes to clear the blockage, and there is no need to call a specialist, so you can save your own money.

For information on what to do when an OE error occurs on your LG washing machine, see below.