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LG Top Load Washer

LG Top Load Washer IE Error Code

What it means

LG says IE can appear when the drum does not fill to the required level; causes include a closed water supply, disconnected or kinked inlet hose, freezing, or a restricted inlet filter.

Try this first

  1. Make sure the inlet hoses are securely connected and the water taps are fully open.
  2. Straighten any pressed or kinked inlet hose.
  3. If freezing is possible, thaw the taps and inlet hoses; use water below 50 degrees C for disconnected hoses.
  4. Remove and clean the inlet filter, then reinstall it.
  5. If IE remains after these checks, 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 the water supply, hose, freeze, and filter checks are good but IE remains, the inlet valve may require 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 Top Load Washer IE: Quick Answer

What it means: LG says IE can appear when the drum does not fill to the required level; causes include a closed water supply, disconnected or kinked inlet hose, freezing, or a restricted inlet filter.

First thing to check

Make sure the inlet hoses are securely connected and the water taps are 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 the water supply, hose, freeze, and filter checks are good but IE remains, the inlet valve may require 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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