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LG Front Load Washer

LG Front Load Washer IE Error Code

What it means

LG says IE/E02/E10 is a water-inlet error that appears when the tub does not fill to an adequate level within the allowed time.

Try this first

  1. Make sure the water-supply hose is connected and the faucet is fully open.
  2. Straighten any pressed or bent inlet hose.
  3. If freezing is possible, thaw the faucet and inlet hose; use warm water no hotter than 50 degrees C for the hose.
  4. Clean debris from the inlet filter and reinstall the filter before reconnecting the hose.
  5. If the washer still does not fill, request service because the inlet valve may be malfunctioning.
Can I keep using it?Follow the manufacturer troubleshooting steps and confirm normal operation before returning the appliance to normal use.
Repair usually required?If water supply and hose/filter checks are good but IE remains, the inlet valve may need service.

If the error keeps returning

Use the linked official LG Help Library article for the manufacturer procedure.

Official source

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LG Front Load Washer IE: Quick Answer

What it means: LG says IE/E02/E10 is a water-inlet error that appears when the tub does not fill to an adequate level within the allowed time.

First thing to check

Make sure the water-supply hose is connected and the faucet is fully open.

Can I keep using it?

Follow the manufacturer troubleshooting steps and confirm normal operation before returning the appliance to normal use.

Repair outlook

If water supply and hose/filter checks are good but IE remains, the inlet valve may need service.

If the code remains

Use the linked official LG Help Library article for the manufacturer procedure.

Model note: Error-code meanings and procedures can vary by model and model year. Confirm the code against the documentation for your exact appliance before replacing parts.

Manufacturer reference: lg.com

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