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LG dryer error codes

LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function. Each page identifies the documented meaning, first safe check, reset limitation and service boundary.

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LG dryer code Add, Add Water: meaning and safe checks

Add, Add Water means: a water supply error for the steam function — LG's own wording. LG states the steam feeder must be filled to the MAX indicator lines before a steam cycle. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code bE, BE: meaning and safe checks

bE, BE means: a problem with the drum drive belt, halting drum rotation — LG's own wording. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code CL: meaning and safe checks

CL means: the Child Lock function is enabled — LG's own description. This is a setting, not a fault. LG notes the lock can only be enabled with a dry cycle in progress, and stays on after the cycle ends even when the machine is powered off. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code d r n, drn, OE: meaning and safe checks

d r n, drn, OE means: the water container is full, the drain hose is kinked or pressed, or the drain pump is filled with air — LG's own three causes for this code. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code d80: meaning and safe checks

d80 means: airflow is restricted somewhere between the dryer and the outside exhaust exit — LG's own wording. LG treats d80, d90 and d95 as the same restriction condition at increasing severity. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code d90: meaning and safe checks

d90 means: airflow is restricted somewhere between the dryer and the outside exhaust exit — LG's own wording, at a higher severity than d80. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code d95: meaning and safe checks

d95 means: airflow is restricted somewhere between the dryer and the outside exhaust exit — LG's own wording, at the highest severity LG publishes. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code dE, dE4: meaning and safe checks

dE, dE4 means: the dryer door is not completely closed — LG's own wording. LG also names a misaligned door as a cause. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code E00: meaning and safe checks

E00 means: the Display PCB cannot read software from the Main PCB — LG's own wording. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code E03: meaning and safe checks

E03 means: the dryer detected, by means of a float switch, that the base of the dryer is full of water — LG's own wording. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code E05, E5: meaning and safe checks

E05, E5 means: a problem with the water supply used for the steam cycle — LG's own wording. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code E1, E4: meaning and safe checks

E1, E4 means: an issue with the steam-generating component inside the dryer — LG's own wording. LG states E1 and E4 apply only to models with the steam function. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code E13: meaning and safe checks

E13 means: the drain hose is kinked, crushed or clogged, or the water in the sump is frozen — LG's own wording. LG states E13 displays only on Hybrid Condensing Dryers. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code EHE: meaning and safe checks

EHE means: the heater is drawing too much current — LG's own wording. LG notes this can shut the appliance down by tripping the main fuse. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code FO, Filter, INSERT FILTER: meaning and safe checks

FO, Filter, INSERT FILTER means: the lint filter is not inserted properly — LG's own condition. LG states the sensor displays FO and the dryer stops working. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code gAS: meaning and safe checks

gAS means: the dryer is not receiving gas — LG's own wording. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code HS: meaning and safe checks

HS means: the dryer has detected an error with the humidity sensor — LG's own wording. LG notes HS makes the dryer run for two and a half hours, which can look like a failure to dry. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code IF: meaning and safe checks

IF means: the lint filter is not correctly assembled or is not detected — LG's own condition for this code. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code LE1: meaning and safe checks

LE1 means: the drum is not rotating because of an issue with the drum motor — LG's own wording. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code LE2, AE, CE1: meaning and safe checks

LE2, AE, CE1 means: a problem with the compressor — the component that generates heat for drying — LG's own wording. LG documents LE2, AE and CE1 as the same fault. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code LE3: meaning and safe checks

LE3 means: a problem with the motor that circulates air in the dryer — LG's own wording. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code nE, nF, nC: meaning and safe checks

nE, nF, nC means: a connectivity fault — LG's own wording: nE is a connection issue between the control panel and the Wi-Fi module, nF is a problem with the Wi-Fi module itself, and nC is a faulty connection between the Display PCB and the NFC PCB module. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code nP: meaning and safe checks

nP means: no current is being detected at the heater — LG's own wording. LG states this normally indicates a problem with the electrical wiring in the home, not the dryer. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code PF: meaning and safe checks

PF means: power was interrupted — LG's own wording. LG states this usually happens after a power outage. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code PS: meaning and safe checks

PS means: improper voltage with the power cord — LG's own wording. LG names a specific cause: the white and red wire connections reversed on the dryer's terminal block. NOTE: PS and nP are different faults, and LG documents them separately. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code tE1: meaning and safe checks

tE1 means: a problem was detected with the dryer's thermistor — LG's own wording. LG documents tE1 through tE6 as the same thermistor condition. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code tE2: meaning and safe checks

tE2 means: a problem was detected with the dryer's thermistor, normally during cold conditions — LG's own wording. LG notes tE2 can occur during SteamFresh, Steam Sanitary or a Steam option because the duct cools down too quickly. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code tE3: meaning and safe checks

tE3 means: a problem was detected with the dryer's thermistor — LG's own wording, the same condition as tE1. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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LG dryer code tE4, tE5, tE6: meaning and safe checks

tE4, tE5, tE6 means: a problem was detected with the dryer's thermistor — LG's own wording, the same condition as tE1. Scope: LG vented, hybrid condensing and heat-pump dryers. Several codes apply only to one platform — LG states E13 appears on Hybrid Condensing Dryers, and E1/E4/Add/E05 only on models with the steam function.

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