What Does UE Code On LG Washer Mean?

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What does UE code on LG washer mean? The uE/UE code indicates that

the washer is attempting to balance the load

, which may be the result of the unit not being leveled correctly or the load itself. This code can be easily resolved without the need of a technician.

How do I fix LG UE error?

  1. Empty the drum completely.
  2. Power the unit on.
  3. Select the RINSE AND SPIN cycle.
  4. Press start.

How do you fix an unbalanced LG washer?

If the load appears unbalanced,

consider adding or removing items to balance it out

. Often, bulky or large items, like pillows and blankets, or sometimes small loads, can cause the washer to be off-balance. Consider adjusting the wash cycle's settings or add or remove items to fix the issue.

How do you balance a washing machine load?

How do I fix my LG Direct Drive washing machine?

  1. Press POWER, and turn the machine OFF.
  2. Unplug the machine.
  3. With the power being disabled, press and hold the START/PAUSE button for 5 seconds.
  4. Plug the washer back in.
  5. Power the unit back ON.
  6. Press-in on the door firmly.
  7. Select any cycle, and press START/PAUSE.

To activate the spin only feature on your LG top load washer,

press the Special Use selection button. And choose spin only

. At this time selected the desired spin speed by pressing a spin speed selection button. Note that the no spin option is not available for top-load washers.



Check that the machine is level across the front, back and sides

. A machine that is not level will rock during the spin cycle and cause the machine to be off balance. All four legs should be in firm contact with a solid floor. A carpeted surface can throw this balance off.

  1. Open the front-load washer door. Manually redistribute the load inside the drum. …
  2. Add more items to the wash. A single, bulky item, such as a comforter or blanket can cause the unbalanced load. …
  3. Avoid overloading your front-load washer.

  1. Step 1: Turn off the power and lay down towels.
  2. Step 2: Locate the drain hose at the back of the machine.
  3. Step 3: Drain the water.
  4. Step 1: Turn off the power and lay down towels.
  5. Step 2: Locate the drain hose.
  6. Step 3: Drain the water.
  7. Step 4: Scrub the filter.

On a machine without a reset button,

unplugging the washer and then plugging it back in often serves as the means to reset it

. Although not usually a button, programmable washing machines might have a reset function or position to clear a program problem.

Force drain the unit by

starting a cycle and pausing it

. After 8 minutes the unit will automatically time out, display DR, and try to drain the unit.

If the washer won't drain or spin, either

something is stuck in the washing machine drain hose or pump, or the pump is broken

.


It removes the water from the tub during the spin cycle

. The washer pump forces water from the bottom of the machine into the drain hose. The drain hose loops to the top of the machine, and then down to the drain, enabling the tub to fill. When the water reaches the bend in the hose, it goes out of the drain.

This

may be as a result of an unbalanced load caused by the types of fabric you mixed during the washing cycle

. The unbalanced weight distribution of the load can cause this shaking or vibration. It is common in large/bulky items such as bedding (sheets, blankets), and rugs.

Top-loading washers automatically adjust to level. If something has shifted, you can relevel a top-loading washer by

tipping the washer forward, then placing it back on the floor

. Front-loading washers level by turning a leg to raise or lower it.

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