LG washing machine UE error

UE error Self-diagnosis of malfunctions and irregularities in the operation of the washing machine is a useful function of modern washing machines. The code that appears on the display can help narrow down the troubleshooting area, which will reduce repair time. Let's pay attention to the UE code in LG washing machines. What do these two letters on the screen mean, what should you do when they appear? Let's talk about this further.

Decoding the code and the reasons for its appearance

The UE error in an LG washing machine can appear both at the end of the program before starting the spin cycle, and during intervals during the wash. Before this, the machine tries to gain speed for several minutes in order to start the intermediate or main spin. Attempts end with an error appearing on the display.

Pay attention to the letters of this error. Two capital letters UE may appear, and it is possible that the first letter will be small uE. This nuance in the programs depends on the model of the washing machine.

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The essence of these two code options is as follows: if a combination of a small and a capital letter appears, this means that the machine is making various attempts to distribute the laundry evenly in the drum. For example, it takes in a little water, then releases this water. After several failures, a code of two capital letters UE is displayed on the display, this means that the LG machine itself cannot cope with the problem, and there may be a breakdown. In older models of washing machines, only a code of two capital letters is displayed, which, if there is no spin cycle, indicates a malfunction.

The causes of the malfunction may be the following: overloading the washing machine drum with laundry

overloading the washing machine with laundry, leading to wear of parts;
incorrect loading of the drum - too little laundry or it is too bulky and light;
program crash;
incorrect installation of the machine, with violation of the level;
wear of parts, long service life.

First actions

If the uE error appears in the lg washing machine, and the first letter in the code is small, then you do not need to do anything. Wait until the machine completes all manipulations. Perhaps nothing bad happened. If the machine has stopped and the capital letters UE appear on the display, then perform the following steps one by one.

Open the drum of the machine and manually redistribute the laundry, most likely it is crumpled.
If there is too much laundry, remove some of the items and start the spin cycle again. If, on the contrary, it is not enough, then squeeze it out with your hands or add something else and start the spin function.
It is also worth checking how level the washing machine is by using a building level.
If the error continues to appear, try restarting the machine. To do this, turn it off, then unplug it from the socket. Wait 15-20 minutes and turn the appliance back on in spin mode.

Trouble-shooting

If the above steps did not help resolve the UE error on the washing machine, then call a technician or look for the problem yourself. We will try to help you with this. In this case, the following parts break:

electronic controller;
oil seals and bearings;
tachometer;
In machines with a commutator engine, the belt stretches or breaks. The belt only needs to be changed.

The electronic module is the most difficult part to repair. The point is that you need to determine which triac or track has burned out.To do this, you must have knowledge in the field of electronics and the ability to read circuit diagrams. Without knowing the nuances, you can completely ruin the electronic board. It is easier not to repair this part, but to replace it completely, but then the repair will be more expensive.

If the electronics break down in your LG machine, we recommend contacting a service center.

When the UE error appears on the display, and during operation you hear a rumble or see a puddle with oil stains under the machine, then there is certainly a problem with the bearings and seals. To replace them, you will have to completely disassemble the machine and remove the tank with the drum, which requires free time and skill. We described this process in sufficient detail in the article. Replacing bearings in a washing machine LG, there is a desire to do repairs - God help you.

Another part that can lead to a lack of spin and, accordingly, to a UE error is the tachometer. It happens rarely, but let's not miss this malfunction. This sensor is responsible for the engine speed, and if it is not enough, then there will be no spin. To replace the tachometer, you need:

open the back wall of the machine by unscrewing the screws around the perimeter;
find the engine under the tank;
remove the drive belt from the drum pulley and from the engine;
disconnect the flash drives with wires from the motor;
Unscrew the screws that hold the engine and pull it out of the car;
remove the ring with wires (tacho sensor) and put a new part in its place;
assemble the machine.

In most cases, LG brand washing machines do not have a brushed motor, but an inverter motor. Therefore, below you will find a video on replacing the tachometer in such washing machines.

To summarize: on the LG washing machine, the UE error is displayed for various reasons. Some of them can be easily fixed with your own hands.In the case of replacing a worn-out part, think carefully about whether to call a technician or take on the job yourself. Good luck!