LG washer faults: choose the symptom

The letter-and-number labels below are error codes shown on the washer—not model numbers. Choose by code or symptom. You will verify the full model number before any checks.

Check the door opening, side panel, or rear identification label.

Washer error code · OE / E03 / E21

Not draining

Water remains after the cycle

Also matches: not draining, water left in drum

Washer error code · IE

Not filling

No water enters

Also matches: not filling, no water

Washer error code · UE / Ub

Unbalanced or not spinning

Repeated spin attempts

Also matches: unbalanced, not spinning, shaking

Use & Care · United States

Using a setting, draining or cleaning?

Match your model for instructions, manual pages and parts lookup.

LG · WM4000HWA / WM4000HBA

CL showing? Unlock the controls

Find the exact button and separate a control lock from a locked door.

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LG · WM4000HWA / WM4000HBA

Spin wet clothes without another rinse

Use Spin Only and avoid accidentally selecting Rinse+Spin.

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LG · WM4000HWA / WM4000HBA

Find and clean the drain pump filter

Locate the small access cover and drain the hose before opening the filter.

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