What to do if your LG washing machine shows an OE error?

Modern washing machines are equipped with artificial intelligence. He can not only monitor the operation of the device, but also notify the owner of the household appliance about problems that have occurred.

If there is a breakdown, a letter code appears on the screen, which makes it easier to find the fault.

The article will talk about how the OE error in an LG washing machine is deciphered, how to understand what caused it to appear and how to eliminate it.

What does the code that the LG washing machine produces mean?

OE error in LG washing machine - what is it? Most often, the code appears some time after starting the wash. In this case, the drum stops rotating. It stops filled with water. The OE code may also appear on the display when the laundry is rinsing.

Cars without a display can also signal an OE error, but it manifests itself differently. Two possible options:

1. All rinse indicators flash and light up at the same time.
2. At the same time, the spin indicators 800 rpm, 500 rpm and “No spin” light up and flash.

Decoding

The OE code indicates that the washing machine is unable to drain water from the tank.

A certain amount of time is allocated for this task. It ranges from 5 to 8 minutes . This time varies for different models of washing machines.

If the fluid remains in the drum, then there has been a breakdown or some other problem that will be indicated by an OE code. It is necessary to understand the reasons and eliminate them.

Fault table

Our experts, guided by their own experience and the manufacturer’s recommendations, compiled a table. It includes the main malfunctions when an OE error occurs, their causes and solutions.

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Reasons, how to fix the problem?

There are several reasons why the OE code appears in a LV washing machine. Some of them are easy to fix on your own. For more labor-intensive repairs, you will need the help of a specialist .

Clogged drain hose or filter

After washing, the water will not drain if a blockage has formed in the pipe leading to the sewer system.

If you drain the water yourself and restart the household appliances, the machine will work, but not for long. The first time you try to drain the water, the wash will stop, after which the OE error code will appear on the screen again.

To solve the problem, you need to clean the drain system. Proceed as follows:

1. Clean the drain pump filter. It is located at the bottom of the device, closer to the left edge. The water supply must be shut off or forcibly drained. The filter can be seen under the false panel, behind the door. It is inserted into the pump chamber and looks like a large plug with a projection. It must be unscrewed, large debris removed by hand, and then rinsed under running water.
2. Clean the drain hose. To cope with this task, the hose will have to be disconnected. To do this, you will need to disassemble the back wall of the washing machine and disconnect the hose from the pump. When it is removed from the device, it is washed under running hot water.
3. Clean the siphon and the connection between the hose and it.

When all the elements are cleaned, you can try to put the washing machine back into operation.

The sewer system is clogged

Sometimes the washing machine cannot drain water due to a clog in the sewer system. The water flows through the hose and stops. This causes the OE error to appear.

It is not difficult to cope with the problem on your own. Proceed as follows:

• disconnect the hose from the drain - if there is a blockage in it, clean it too;
• pour a household pipe cleaner into the hole; alternatively, you can use folk remedies;
• if the blockage is hard and cannot be dissolved with chemicals, use a plumbing cable.

When the plug is removed, you need to insert the hose into place and continue to use the washing machine as usual.

Drain pump malfunction

The OE error code in an LG washing machine may appear due to a broken drain pump. In this case, the drain will not work at all while the wash starts. The pump must be checked for functionality and then repaired or replaced.

Procedure:

1. Drain excess water through the emergency hose.
2. Place the washing machine on its left side.
3. Twist the bottom.
4. Unscrew the screws and loosen the pump clamps, remove the pipes and wires leading to it.
5. When the pump is freed of everything unnecessary, it can be removed.

After dismantling, the pump is checked for blockages. Often it stops working due to small debris getting into it: coins, buttons, pins. If the reason is not foreign objects, but a breakdown, the part is repaired or replaced.

Damage to the water level sensor

If the cause of the OE error appears due to a broken pressure switch, the washing machine will stop while the program is running. After manually draining the water, it will not be possible to put the device back into operation. The machine simply will not take in liquid.

A breakdown of the pressure switch means that the control board does not receive a signal about how much water is in the drum. She cannot carry out further actions, which is why she sends the corresponding code to the screen. To cope with the problem, the water level sensor must be assessed for performance and, if faulty, replaced.

Procedure:

• remove the top cover from the washing machine;
• twist the pressure switch that is located under it;
• inspect its tube for blockages, and the lamellas for the presence of oxidized areas;
• blow out the hose leading to the pressure switch - if there is no click, the part is faulty.

A broken water pressure sensor cannot be repaired; it must be replaced with a new part.

Control module failure

If the control unit fails, the machine will display an OE error and will not drain water. In such a situation, there is a high probability that certain elements on the microcircuit that are responsible for controlling the drain have overheated.

Disassembling the washing machine, removing the control module and repairing it will help correct the situation. To cope with this task, you need to understand electronics , otherwise you can provoke the final breakdown of an expensive part.

Possible malfunctions when the LG washing machine writes error 0E

Breakdowns, as evidenced by the error code, are associated with drainage. These are the drainage units that most often fail.

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The pump pumps water out of the washing machine during drainage. If the pump fails, the water does not drain at all, so the washing machine cannot continue the program and shows the OE error on the display.

The main reasons for pump failure are mechanical damage to the impeller or a malfunction of the pump motor. In the first case, the pump hums, but the LG machine does not drain the water, in the second, the SMA hangs with water in the drum, the pump is not heard.

Pump failure is the most common cause of error 0E in an LG washing machine. Parts for the pump are not sold, so the pump is completely replaced.

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Lint from clothes, accessories of things, small items from pockets (coins, matches, paper, etc.) clog the drain. As a result, the water from the tank drains poorly or does not drain at all, and the LG machine shows the OE error. The following drainage units become clogged:

• drain pipe;
• filter;
• drain pump;
• drain hose

The technician disassembles the machine, consistently checks the drainage units and identifies where the blockage occurred. Then, he cleans it and puts the washer back together.

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In the drain pump control circuit, elements fail: triac, resistors, relays, or tracks oxidize or burn out. Because of this, the drain does not turn on, and the LG washing machine writes error 0E. The most common reasons for module failure are power surges or moisture ingress.

The wizard “calls” all the elements and tracks in the pump control circuit on the board and finds out the faulty ones. The radio elements are replaced with new ones, the tracks are soldered. If the control unit processor burns out, the board is completely replaced.

Pressostat (level sensor) - from 2000 rubles*

The pressure switch measures the amount of water in the washing machine and transmits information to the control module. If during washing it is stuck in the “empty tank” position, the LG washing machine freezes with water, and error 0E lights up on the display.

Level sensor failures are conventionally divided into three categories:

• Hose problems. The pressure switch is connected to the pressure sampling chamber using a thin tube. It can fly off, become clogged, or become worn out by the vibrations of the washing machine. The technician checks the entire length of the hose. If it falls off, puts it back on the pressure switch; if it is clogged, blow it out; if it is frayed, replace the tube with a new one.
• Problems with the pressure sampling chamber. It often gets clogged with scale and lint from clothes gets into it. It is necessary to clean the pressure chamber to obtain correct water level values.
• Sensor malfunction. Happens very rarely. In this case, the technician completely changes the pressure switch to a new one.

Call the master

If you are unable to resolve the OE error yourself, you need to contact a specialist. You can find a specialist through advertisements posted on the Internet or in the newspaper. In addition to individuals, service centers offer their services. Provided that the washing machine is under warranty, it will be repaired free of charge.

The cost of repair depends on its complexity, as well as on the pricing policy of a particular employee. Approximate prices:

1. Cleaning the hose and filter – 1400 rubles.
2. Drain pump repair – from 2100 rubles.
3. Pressostat repair – from 2100 rubles.
4. Repair of the control module – from 2600 rubles.

You should never transfer or give money to the repairman in advance. Payment is made only upon completion of the work.

To minimize the risk of encountering scammers, it is better to contact trusted professionals whose services have been used by relatives or friends.

Preventing the problem from recurring

To prevent OE errors from appearing in the future, you must follow these guidelines:

• use the machine according to the instructions;
• avoid interruptions in the network;
• periodically clean the drain hose and filters;
• check pockets for small items;
• load items with tightly sewn buttons into the machine - they need to be fastened before washing.

Reason for the error

OE error appears when the program activates the pump to drain the water, but the water does not drain. In this case, the error signal does not appear immediately, but after 5 minutes, when the system tries to restart pumping water several times. Only after this, if the water does not drain from the tank and remains there, the system is blocked and displays an error on the screen.

Specialists from LG have prudently created a list of possible reasons due to which such an error may occur:

1. The presence of a dense blockage that cannot be overcome even by the pressure of water in the drain system. This usually occurs in hoses or filters.
2. Densely clogged sewer system where water from the washing machine drains. This could be a sewer pipe clogged with waste or a siphon in a bathtub or sink.
3. Drain pump failure.
4. Faulty water level sensor.
5. Electrical controller failure.

If there is a problem with the electrical controller, you need to understand that the reason may not only be an error on the display. You need to carefully monitor the operation of the unit as a whole and see how the machine behaves while operating in different modes.

It is very important before looking for problems in the washing machine itself, or contacting a technician, to carefully inspect the sewer pipes for blockages.

Try turning off all the available hot and cold water taps and see how fast it drains.

Helpful information

Tips that will be useful to all owners of LG washing machines:

1. When screwing in the filter after cleaning, you need to make sure that the part fits straight. Shift along the threads will lead to leaks.
2. If the filter does not unscrew, you can use pliers, but be very careful.
3. When starting to check details, you need to adhere to the principle from simple to complex. First, check the filter, then the hose, then the pump and pressure switch. Lastly, the control board is inspected.
4. The drain pump does not always need to be thrown away. Sometimes, to restore functionality, it is enough to clean it from dirt and replace the gasket, as well as lubricate the bearings.
5. You can tell that the machine is not draining water if the device is too quiet. If the pump is faulty, it will not make any sounds characteristic of pumping water.

You will find a lot of important and useful information about error codes for LG washing machines in this section.

What does the OE error mean?

Oe, what does the error mean?
The OE error indicates that the LG washing machine cannot drain the water within the required period of time (usually it is set to 5-8 minutes). The OE error could arise either due to the simplest violations, which you can probably fix yourself, or because of serious breakdowns, the elimination of which requires the intervention of a specialist.

First of all, you need to forcefully drain the water and unload the laundry.