LG washing machine malfunctions – what to do and how to fix

LG direct drive washing machines are in demand among buyers. The new design made it possible to significantly increase the engine resource, while the SM belongs to the affordable price segment.

But even such equipment is subject to breakdowns, and maintenance of LG washing machines in a service center is sometimes expensive. Therefore, we will tell you about typical malfunctions of this brand and the possibilities of self-repair.

The main malfunctions of LG washing machines

According to statistics, LJ direct drive washing machines break down after five years of operation. To understand where to start troubleshooting, let’s look at how a direct-drive SM and a standard machine work.

Look at the diagram of the LG washing machine:

In the first case, the drum is rotated using a drive belt. In the second, the drum rotates the engine directly. Such a motor also does not have brushes that constantly wear out. In the event of a breakdown, you will immediately determine that the cause is in the motor, and not in the parts adjacent to it.

We have analyzed the principle of operation, now we will consider which nodes most often fail:

• Heating element (TEH). You notice that washing takes place in cold water, the powder does not dissolve well and leaves stains on clothes. You can verify that the heating element is malfunctioning by measuring its resistance with a tester.
• Failure of the pressure switch. The pressure sensor controls the amount of water in the tank: when it breaks, you may notice a constant self-draining, or the system signals a water overflow. Repair and replacement of the sensor can be done by hand.
• Bearings and seals. When the moving elements are worn out, you will hear a rumble, noise during the operation of the washer. It’s easy to find out about this on your own: turn the drum with your hand, if you hear a rattle, then it’s in the bearings.
• Electronics often suffer from power surges. The main module breaks rarely, wires and terminals burn out more often.
• Drain pump. Its design in the LG CMA is such that the drain system is often clogged. Therefore, if you notice that the washer does not drain water well, you need to check the pump.
• Problems with the inlet valve also occur. It is quite possible to repair the ElGee washing machine with your own hands by replacing this element.

Fault codes for the ElG washing machine

How can the user understand exactly where the LG washing machine broke down? For this, there is a self-diagnosis system. When a problem is detected, the system displays ElGee error codes on the display.

You just have to decipher the code and find the problem.

Now you know the meaning of the errors and you can start repairing the automatic machine with your own hands. Consider typical malfunctions that can happen during the operation of the LG washing machine.

LG machine won’t turn on

For what reasons the washing machine may not turn on, how to troubleshoot the washing machine?

1. Check if the hatch door is securely closed. Press it tighter until it clicks.
2. Check the outlet – the mains voltage may be too low. To do this, connect another household appliance to it: if it works, then the reason is not in the network.
3. Inspect the washer cable and plug for damage. It may be necessary to isolate the defective areas, but it is better to replace the power cord.
4. Turn the intake valve. If the water is blocked, the washing process cannot start.
5. Lastly, the SMA wiring is inspected. To do this, remove the top panel of the machine by unscrewing the two screws at the back. Inspect the noise filter and its wiring for any problems.

How to replace the surge protector

• Disconnecting the washer from the mains and removing the top cover, at the top you will see a filter.
• Loosen the filter mounting screws on the rear panel.
• Pick up a new part and alternately switch the wires from the faulty filter to the new one.
• Then fasten it to the body with bolts.

Now you know how you can repair the LG washing machine with your own hands if the wiring breaks.

Water is drawn in normally, but washing does not start

You have turned on the SMA, the water intake has begun, but the wash still does not start. What is the reason?

1. The heater (heater) is faulty. The water is not heated, so the wash does not start. If you need to wash your laundry urgently, try choosing a wash cycle without heat. The video will help you replace the element:

2. Breakdown of the pressure switch or thermistor. A faulty pressure switch does not signal that the optimum water level in the tank has been reached. If the thermistor fails, the module does not receive a heating temperature message. Items need to be replaced.
3. The main module of the LG washing machine, which gives the machine components a command to start working, has failed.
4. Motor failure of LG direct drive washing machine.

For more information about the repair, see the video:

Water does not flow into the tank of the LG machine or flows too slowly

How to repair a washing machine yourself:

1. Open the shut-off valve to full capacity. It may have been closed or not fully open.
2. Examine the intake hose. He could bend or clog.
3. Filter mesh clogged with debris. It is located between the inlet hose and the valve – remove and clean.
4. There is a problem with the water supply valve. To inspect and replace it, you need to remove the top cover – the valve is located on top, near the wall. You need to ring its contacts with a multimeter, and also check the membrane, which could be worn out. In case of malfunction, a new part is installed.
5. If the pressure switch breaks down, you can repair the LG washing machine yourself.

How to replace the pressure switch

• After turning off the SM, remove the top panel by unscrewing the mounting bolts.
• Disconnect the connectors from the pressure switch, unscrew the screws that secure it to the body.
• Remove the level sensor, disconnect the hose.
• Install the new part in reverse order.

Knocking and rattling during operation of the LG washer

If loud knocks, rattles, rattles are heard during the rotation of the drum, the reason may be an insufficient amount of laundry. Just load more things into the drum.

A more serious failure is the wear of bearings and seals. To replace them, you will have to completely disassemble the washing machine and repair the drum. The video will help you replace the bearings:

Drain not working in LG car

The reasons:

1. Invalid mode selection.
2. Blockage in the drain system (filter, pipe, pump).

How to fix malfunctions of the Lji washing machine with your own hands? The drain pump needs to be checked. For this:

• Open the hatch and remove the clamp by bending the cuff to the side.
• Disconnect the door lock connectors and close the door.
• Remove water with a drain filter.
• After unscrewing the mounting bolts, remove the filter casing.
• Lift the top panel by unscrewing the screws.
• Pull out the dispenser tray.
• Loosen the bolts behind the tray at the front and back.
• Remove the control panel by unfastening the latches.
• Remove the front panel screws. Take her away.
• Loosen the clamps on the circulation and drain hoses. Remove hoses.
• Disconnect the pump hose clamps by loosening them.
• Remove the pump assembly bolts.
• Release the clamps and remove the pump.
• After unscrewing the screws, pull the pump out of the snail.
• Look for threads on the impeller that may interfere with work.
• If defective, install a new part.

Door won’t open

A similar malfunction can happen if the water is not completely poured out of the tank. To open it, you need to manually remove the remaining water through the drain filter.

It may be that the program has not yet ended and the drum is rotating, so the hatch does not open. Wait for the end of the cycle.

A malfunction can be called a breakdown of the door lock – UBL. LG washing machine door repair can be done at home.

Video on the topic will help you:

Please note that the control module can be the cause of the breakdown in almost any case. To troubleshoot and repair the module, you will need the wiring diagram of the LG washing machine. In such cases, it is better to contact the master, since the board is a complex and expensive part.

Having studied the main breakdowns of the LG direct drive washing machine, you can start repairing. Always observe safety precautions!