Error Code: IE LG

LG Washer Error Code IE: How to Fix It

A step-by-step guide to fixing the IE (Inlet Error) on LG washing machines.

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The Logic Verdict

Check the water taps first. This code means the washer isn’t filling fast enough. It’s almost always a closed tap or a clogged mesh filter on the inlet valve.

What It Means

The IE code stands for Inlet Error. The washer failed to reach the correct water level within 8 minutes.

Common Causes

  1. Closed Taps: Someone turned off the water supply valves.
  2. Clogged Inlet Filters: Sediment from your pipes has blocked the tiny screens.
  3. Kinked Hoses: The washer is pushed too close to the wall.
  4. Frozen Pipes: Common in winter if the washer is in a garage.

Step-by-Step Fix

  1. Verify Water Flow: Turn the taps all the way on.
  2. Inspect Hoses: Check for kinks or pinches behind the machine.
  3. Clean the Filters:
    • Turn off water.
    • Unscrew hoses from the back of the washer.
    • Pull out the colored mesh screens with pliers.
    • Rinse under warm water and reinstall.
  4. Test: Run a cycle. If it still fails, the water inlet valve solenoid might be dead.

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