Error indication de- in LG LG washing machine: Causes and solutions +Video

Your faithful assistant, LG washing machine, equipped with a screen, suddenly stopped the process of washing, spinning or rinsing, and wrote a DE error on its display. You have tried to run the machine again, but the error has reappeared and the door, for some reason, does not lock.

If your LG washing machine is not equipped with a screen, then the error is indicated as follows: the rinse and wash indicators, as well as all the temperature indicators are lit simultaneously or flashing.

What does DE error on LG washing machine mean?

The door is not closed.

You can fix the DE error yourself in the following cases:

DE error

Make sure that nothing obstructs the door of the washing machine.
Check to see if the head of the latch matches the lock, it is possible the door might be a little warped and the hinges should be adjusted.
Is there anything in the lock? For example, sand or dirt.
Try closing the the hatch again.
The problem may also lie in the control unit of the machine. You should try letting it "rest". Disconnect the power for a few minutes and turn it back on. This option may help if the error has occurred for the first time.

Possible faults to be repaired:

Symptoms of the error	Possible cause	Replacement or repair	Cost of labor and consumables
DE error lights up and door cannot be locked.	The LOS is broken.	Door interlock device must be replaced.	Starting at $2,500 and going up to $59.
Machine was washing, rinsing, or spinning, but suddenly gave out a DE error while running. You can smell burning, maybe the lock indicator light is on.	The indication unit, which is responsible for the normal operation of the machine, is broken.	As a rule, it can be repaired. It is necessary to replace or solder blown radio elements.	Starting at $2,900 and ending at $49.
You think there is something wrong with the door handle. The DE error is lit and possibly the lock indicator light.	The door handle is broken.	The handle should be replaced.	Starting at $2,900, ending at $34.
The hatch mount is damaged, so it won't close.	Washer door hinge not working.	Hinge must be adjusted or replaced.	Starting at $1500, ending at $29.

The repair prices are given, as well as the cost of consumables is taken into account. The final cost can be determined after diagnosis.

If you have not coped with the DE error on the LG washing machine by yourself, you should seek the help of professionals

During the conversation, you can find the most convenient time for you to arrive a specialist who will hold a free diagnosis and carry out high quality and fast repair.