LG washing machine - faults and repairs
The Korean company LG produces excellent direct drive washing machines. This technology really significantly increases the working life of the engine and moving elements. However, these machines are also characterized by specific malfunctions, noted by service center specialists as the most common. If you are the owner of an LG washing machine, then in 80% of cases you will have to encounter the malfunctions discussed in this article.
Frequent malfunctions and their “symptoms”
Experts from leading service centers in the world note the fairly high reliability of LG washing machines. The most “tenacious” unit of this machine is the engine, which breaks down only in one case out of 500 calls to service centers, and in half the cases the cause of the module malfunction is a factory defect. Moving elements are also considered quite reliable; everything except bearings is repaired more often.
Which units of the LG washing machine break down most often? Let's list them:
- a heating element;
- pressure switch;
- bearings;
- wires and terminals;
- drain pump;
- fill valve
Malfunctions of these most important units of the washing machine manifest themselves in different ways. It is necessary to carefully analyze the “symptoms” in order to more or less accurately diagnose the problem of the module even before disassembling the “home assistant”. In particular.
- A broken heating element gives itself away error code NOT.If the error does not appear on the display, then you need to carefully monitor the washing process: how the powder dissolves, how warm or cold the hatch cover is, how well the laundry is washed. A module malfunction can be definitively determined only after measuring the voltage at its contacts using a multimeter.
- Malfunctions of the pressure switch most often reveal themselves as water draining itself. When water constantly flows into the tank during the washing process and constantly flows out. The sensor does not send a signal that the tank is full and therefore the fill valve is virtually always open. The malfunction of this module can be eliminated by yourself.
- Broken bearings make themselves known by a strong roar and squeak, especially when the drum rotates at high speeds. It is very difficult not to notice this. I think even your neighbors will know about this breakdown. To verify the reason, you need to turn the drum of the washing machine with your own hands left and right, if you hear a creaking or knocking noise, the problem is definitely in the bearings.
- Sudden short circuits, shutdowns and reboots of the control module of the LG washing machine require attention to damage to the wiring and terminals. Malfunctions of the control modules themselves are much less common on such machines. More often the problem occurs with the wires going to the unit sensors. They fray, short out, burn, and the like.
- Thanks to their specific design, washing machine drain pumps LG, fail about one and a half times more often than the same modules in machines of other brands. The fact is that in such pumps the drainage path is not very well designed, because of this it often becomes clogged and the pump cannot function.This manifests itself in the inability of the machine to drain the water and the appearance of an error with the OE code. The error code is explained in the machine's operating manual.
- Problems often arise with the filler valve cuff. It can be a shame to have to disassemble half a washing machine just because of one small rubber band. But nothing can be done. Problems with the fill valve result in a constant supply of water to the washing machine tank. Moreover, this happens even if the machine is turned off. If the machine is turned off and you hear the gurgling of water in it, this is the fill valve.
Note! When diagnosing malfunctions of a washing machine with your own hands, be sure to listen and take a closer look at its operation at the stages of washing, rinsing, spinning and draining. In addition, read the user manual; any deviations from the norm should alert you.
We repair heating elements and electrics
To get to the heating element of the washing machine, you need to independently unscrew several fasteners holding the back wall of the LG washing machine, and then dismantle this wall. Next, you need to pay attention to the lower part of the tank (near the very bottom). Two paired contacts with a screw in the middle should stick out from there, to which several wires go - this is the heating element. We check the contacts with a multimeter; if its display shows a value less than 20 Ohms, the heating element is faulty.
It is not difficult to remove the heating element. We unscrew the screw we mentioned with our own hands, pry up the sealing rubber with a screwdriver and pull out the heating element from the depths of the tank. Visually check the condition of the module. A burnt heating element rarely does not have visually noticeable damage (usually burnt spots).In most cases, the heating element breaks due to a layer of scale that settles on it. A breakdown can also be caused by a voltage drop or water getting on the contacts. The video tutorial will help you remove the heating element correctly.
Repair of this module of the LG washing machine is impossible, only replacement. It is necessary to purchase an original spare part from the manufacturer and install it in the washing machine tank, not forgetting to install the rubber seal. When installing the heating element, you need to pay most attention to the sealing rubber of the heating element. To make it fit better, you need to lubricate it with a small amount of machine oil.
Important! If the heating element's sealing rubber does not fit tightly into the mounting hole, water from the tank will leak onto the contacts of the heating element and it will most likely burn out again in the near future. Be careful.
Washing machine electrical repair LG comes down to checking all the wires and terminals going from the control module to all its units. This is not just about checking all wiring with a multimeter - that goes without saying. It is also necessary to carry out a visual check: torn clamps, fragments of wires without insulation, traces of burning and melted contacts. All wiring problems that can be detected during the inspection must be resolved by replacing damaged conductors and terminals - this is what electrical repair is all about.
Problems with the fill valve, drain pump, pressure switch
It is not difficult to identify faults in the filler valve of an LG washing machine yourself, and repairing this module with your own hands is also not difficult if you act methodically, according to a pre-planned plan. Dismantling and filling valve replacement do it yourself in the following order.
- Unwrap the washing machine.
- The inlet hose, which is connected at one end to the water supply, is screwed to the inlet valve at the other end. Turn off the cold water supply by turning off the tap.
- Unscrew the inlet hose.
- We take it out, check and clean the fill valve filter; perhaps it is clogged with dirt and water is not flowing through.
- If everything is in order with the filter, remove the top cover of the washing machine, unscrew the two screws holding the valve, and disconnect it from the pipes.
- Next, we need to check the valve rubbers; in 90% of cases, the problem is their wear and inability to retain water in the future. If so, change the rubber bands.
- If the problem is not with the rubber bands, then most likely the problem is with the valve control electrics. In this case, the valve must be replaced entirely.
To the washing machine drain pump LG can be reached without even disassembling it. You just need to tilt the machine on its side, after which you can get to the unit through the bottom. We check the drain pump sensor with a multimeter; if everything is in order, then the problem is in the unit itself. Next we proceed in order.
- Unscrew the bottom of the front panel of the machine.
- Unscrew the fasteners securing the drain pump.
- We substitute a basin, since water will flow from the unit during removal.
- Disconnect the plugs and remove the wires with the sensor.
- Disconnect the pipes, drain the water and put the unit aside.
Note! Before placing the machine on its side, remove the powder cuvette as instructed by the user manual, since water remaining in the cuvette may spill onto the control unit and damage the electronics.
After the drain pump is removed, it is best to have it checked and repaired by a specialist.Only he can finally say whether the pump has really come to an end, and if so, then you need to buy and install a new one. Assembly is carried out in reverse order. The easiest way change the pressure switch (water level sensor) of the washing machine. If you manage to disassemble it correctly, then replacing it yourself will not be difficult.
Why bearings break, we repair them
Bearing failures are a matter of time or manufacturing defects. The user can influence this process only by the intensity of use of the home assistant. Bearing faults must be repaired immediately, because if this is not done, a loose pulley can damage the tank and then repairs will be very expensive. In this case, the user manual will not help; you need to either contact a specialist or study specialized information.
Thanks to direct drive technology, which is implemented on most models of washing machines from the company LG, bearings, motor, pulley and other elements wear out much slower and last longer. However, cases of bearing failure still occur, and this poses a problem for “do-it-yourselfers.” How remove the bearing correctly Not everyone knows about the drum, but to start doing this, you need to remove and disassemble the washing machine tank.
Bearing repairs must be carried out very carefully, using a special hammer with a bronze striking part and a thin metal rod. The bearing must be pulled out by striking its opposite edges. First, we place the rod on one edge of the bearing and strike it lightly with a hammer, then move the rod to the other edge and strike it lightly again.The procedure must be repeated until the old bearing pops out, after which a new bearing can be installed in its place.
In conclusion, we note that malfunctions of any module of the LG washing machine can be tried to be repaired. Of course, even after studying the relevant technical information and expert advice, successful repairs are not guaranteed, but it’s definitely worth a try, especially since in most cases you have to deal with typical breakdowns. If something doesn’t work out, you can read the washing machine repair manual.
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73 reader comments
Why is there no mention of a breakdown, which sometimes happens after 5-7 years of normal use? This is when the dissolved spoke of the spider breaks and serious repairs have to be made with the replacement of the spider, bearings and oil seal. Also, in such cases you have to solder the drum.
Don’t use citric acid and you will be happy!
Washing is going well. But after the end it does not turn off, but the Cotton indicator lights up and starts again. What could it be?
Hi all! tE lights up, the heating element produces 33 Ohms, which means that the temperature sensor seems to be working. 4.5 kOhm also seems to be normal, but the machine displays a sensor error. LG F 1280 NDS. Tell me, what else could it be? Thanks in advance.
Check the heating element for breakdown to ground
During the spin cycle, sometimes something rumbled in the machine. The last time it made a loud noise, I had to turn it off. Now when you rotate the drum with your hands, it rubs against something. We removed the ten and saw that the drum was not rotating smoothly, but like an ellipse. Could this be a bearing? Is this a warranty case, given that Skis provide a 10-year warranty on direct drive and a 5-year warranty on the machine?
The shock absorbers under the drum have failed.
What did you do?
The machine works, the pump pumps, but the drum does not spin. Direct drive. What is the reason?
Cleaned the drain pump filter. I unscrewed the cap, cleaned it, screwed it back (tightly until it stops). I turned on the washing machine and water started flowing. When I was cleaning, I took out a piece of plastic film about 2*2 cm. Tell me, is this piece of film needed or not?
Sergey, this is a very common problem when tightening the drain valve cover on LG machines. The fact is that when screwing the lid, you need to not just twist it forward along the thread, but press hard. Only in this case will you close the valve normally. It’s strange that LG doesn’t write about this nuance anywhere in the manual for its washing machines...
The machine works, the drum rotates, but no water flows. How to fix it?
After washing, the machine does not open. I unplugged it for half an hour, started spin modes - nothing. There are options?
Sasha, good evening. Did you find out the reason or not? I have the same.But no voltage is supplied to the valves. If you find out anything, please write. Thank you in advance!
The machine is spinning. It stands for 11 minutes, there are no further movements. You reboot. May repeat for up to 4 minutes. Then it jumps to 12. What could it be?
Did you find the cause of the breakdown? Should I call a professional? Same problem.
When spinning clothes at a given speed, the machine stops and it’s as if the drum is not rotating smoothly.
The washing machine does not start from the start button
When I turned it on, everything went out in the LG washing machine
When you turn on the water heating, after 5 minutes the machine switches off. shield The machine performs all other operations normally. I installed a new heating element. The result is the same. Please tell me what is the reason?
I turned on the car, the electrical part does not work and does not turn on.
The washing machine does not start from the start button
The machine starts to crackle (even without laundry) and shows the “motor overload” error.
Did you somehow solve the problem, I have the same thing?
Previously it was leaking a little, it wasn’t entirely clear where it was coming from. And after cleaning the compartment below, on the right, water began to flow out.
Had the same problem! I had to thoroughly clean the plastic (on the lid and body) from scale. The sealing ring also needs to be descaled, and also turned over. The leak has gone away. How to twist, read above.
We have the same problem, have you figured out what the problem is? Tell.
We disassembled the machine, took out the oil seal and bearings. There is a hole in the place where the oil seal is installed. What is it for?
Oil seal leak indicator.
The washing machine is new. When turned on, half of the indicators do not light up and half of the display does not light up, what could it be?
Broken display board.
The LG-10B8QD machine is four months old, when rinsing and spinning the pillows began to jump, I immediately turned it off, I’m afraid to try again, it sits tightly on the floor, during installation all the transport bolts were removed according to the instructions. The first wash of the same pillow was normal. There may be uneven distribution during spinning. Is it worth repeating? Please advise, I will be grateful.
LG washing machine is 2 weeks old. There is a squeaking noise at the end of the rinse, what could it be?
After 10 minutes from start-up, water flows out from the bottom of the laundry loading lid. LG direct drive, 2 years of operation. The filter is clean, when empty, everything is fine. What kind of problem is this, please?
Good afternoon When turned on, something sparked inside the tank, after which the machine turned off and now when plugged into the network it does not react at all. Tell me how serious the problem can be and is it worth trying to fix it yourself?
Check the serviceability of the socket, we had this happen too, it turned out that the extension cord had just shorted out.
I had a similar situation, the heater shorted.
Please, tell me! The panel does not start or pause, what should I do?
The machine starts to crackle (even without laundry) and shows the “motor overload” error.
Please tell me! The lg machine is 2 years old. During the wash cycle, at first there was a hum from time to time, but now it’s constant. All other cycles are fine. What could it be?
Galina, did you find the reason? We have the same problem.
Machine F14A8TDS5. After three years of trouble-free operation, an extraneous sound appeared. Sounds like a buzzing sound. Only in washing mode, i.e. while rotating the drum slowly. There is no such thing when rinsing or spinning. The further you go, the louder and longer this sound becomes. Looks like electrical chatter or resonance-vibration of some part. It doesn't show any errors. The filter is not clogged. By the way, after checking it (the filter), this sound disappears for a while. Water leaves a limescale deposit (kettle, plumbing fixtures).
So has anyone solved the problem? The wash does not start when you press the “Start” button?
The machine takes a long time to suck out water, but otherwise works fine.
Why does water flow from the washing machine, not from the door?
The machine works, water flows, but the drum does not spin. I disassembled the bearings, they are normal, what is this?
The door does not open, the lock springs, but it cannot be unlocked. We complete the washing process, after which everything goes out, but the hatch is blocked.
Does LG show F (upside down) on the display? What does it mean and how to fix it?
I get the error F (upside down), how to fix it?
The machine is 10 years old and turns off when the water is heated, please tell me!
LG F1096QD3. During weighing, an extraneous sound appeared - a grinding sound. Then the LE symbol appears and does not start working. Please tell me how to fix it?
The LG 6 kg machine works, but only washes with cold water. They called the repairman, who said that the computer had burned out. What can be done, please tell me?
Water is leaking through the powder loading hatch.
The water that is poured into the powder tank splashes and some of it flows out. Any advice?
The upper edges of the trough should be smooth and fit snugly against the guides. Try pouring the powder directly into the drum.
After washing, the machine does not open. I unplugged it for half an hour, started spin modes - nothing. There are options?
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When the machine is running, water is constantly added to the tank.
The display is on, everything else is not working.I'm trying to switch modes, but it doesn't work. Has anyone encountered this?
When twisting the programmer, the operating mode is not selected (all red indicators continue to light). When you press the Start button, only the default mode is activated - 60 degrees cotton.
When the programmer is rotated, all indicators light up
Good afternoon LG 2.5 year old direct drive machine does not turn on. Yesterday it worked fine and there was no sign of a breakdown. But today the start button simply does not turn on and the machine is dead. The socket is working - checked. The husband “ringed” - the current flows. What could it be?
Marina, have you found the cause of the breakdown? Otherwise, everything went out for me too and won’t start.
Thank you for helping!
Good afternoon When the plug is plugged into the network, the RCD is triggered. The cord is normal - I checked it. Apparently there is a short circuit somewhere?
The display works, the modes are turned on, water flows, the relays are activated, but the engine does not spin...
After moving, we turned on the machine. And the water keeps pouring in until you turn it off. Can you tell me what to do?
The machine does not turn on with the start button, but if you turn the drum by hand, everything lights up and the machine works normally. Then another wash in the same way?
LG WD80164NP. We turn it on, select a program, start... and then the light and music begins.The indicators go out cyclically and light up again; after the lock is activated, the 75 Ohm resistor in the triac circuit, which supplies power to the lock, burns out. I suspect the current protection is triggered.
Questions:
1. What resistance should the heater have on the lock?
2. What other reasons could there be for this machine’s behavior?
Doesn't turn on and CL error lights up
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Hello, LG machine is direct drive. When rinsing, it does not wring out and stops when the speed is set when the nice pump turns on. And he tries to start the spin again. And so on endlessly.