Tutorial: How to fix an IE error on your LG washer

[@deannaf167]

THANK YOU!! This tutorial was perfect and helped solve the issue! Like other reviews mentioned it was a fairly quick repair and took less than 30 or so minutes. Very much appreciated being able to do the repair myself and not have to pay $$$ to a repairman!

[@michaelerbreviews]

So glad the video solved the issue for you. Thanks for your comment.

[@M6182-w5h]

This worked! The last step is what helped. Just had to pull the hose up a bit and the error did not come back. Thank you for sharing this information!

[@michaelerbreviews]

So happy to hear that it solved your IE error.

[@jaysands6391]

To HELL with these new washers. My Grandmother's lasted 30+ years and my NEW LG TWO WEEKS! GAWDAMIT😬🗡🗡🗡🗡🗡🗡🗡💀🔨🔨🔨

[@dmr61159]

Totally agree!!!

[@DebbieOguin-t2g]

Yu need to be smarter than the washer... dude

[@minniebonsall]

HUGE THANK YOU !! You just saved us a few hundred dollars for an appliance call out! And it was our hose too lol !!

[@dalebarnes5588]

Thanks for the tips. It turns out this wasn't the cause for me, so I'll share mine. I had just drained and flushed the water heater and upon starting up, a burst of air/water hit the LG washer hoses. The hoses we use are safety/burst protect hoses and those hoses had the pressure disc pop close, thus causing the IE error. Once the hoses were reset (you can't always do this) Life Is Good ...

[@michaelerbreviews]

Thanks for sharing.

[@patpatpat]

These channels have saved me thousands dude. Thanks man.

[@smoke126857]

This simple DIY fix seemed to work. It went through a 35 min wash without stopping for once. Thanks guys

[@michaelerbreviews]

Good to hear. Thanks for the comment.

[@richardfairgrieve6756]

My IE error was caused by the pressure sensor pipe becoming detached from the pressure sensor. A quick two minute fix, removing the top cover and re-attaching the pipe, which is push fit. Thanks for the video.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Thanks for sharing

[@richardmore2032]

Thanks! This is a lot cheaper than a repair man!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Richard, thank you so much.

[@Rynoyes]

Thanks pulling the hose out fixed my issue

[@michaelquinn9024]

Thanks for making and uploading this great video as I was able to repair this issue in under half an hour and give the area a bit of a clean up. My LG is 15+ years old and still going string!

[@michaelerbreviews]

I’m glad to hear my video helped.

[@sicklymannered]

holy cow this was a lot more work than i was hoping 😓 this video is a life saver though, thank you 🙏🏻

[@jamesdpropmgr4360]

I did the same things you did in this video and no more IE error code! My screens were clean, I had just connected it up for the first time, bought used, and it gave the IE code after the wash cycle. Working now, thanks!

[@michaelerbreviews]

It's somewhat a mystery but so many people have had this eliminate their IE code. Glad to hear it worked for you too.

[@shauneq]

NIce clear, concise, and to the point demonstration. My hot filter was clean but the cold one clogged. Thank you!!!

[@michaelerbreviews]

That's great news. Thanks for sharing.

[@danhorton3127]

Great, quick fix video! Took less than 10 minutes. I discovered a super plugged filter on the cold water inlet, dirty hot water inlet, and the drainage tube was pushed too far into the drain. Don't forget to turn the water back on!

[@michaelerbreviews]

You had the trifecta! Thanks for your comment.

[@patricksheehan3856]

Excellent short video thanks! My problem was clogged filter so it fixed my issue! It was a little hard to get the filters out, had to grab and twist a bit but they popped out. You saved me a big headache and repair $!!!!!

[@theeagle8652]

Damn...so easy!!! Cleaned filter and picked up the hose that was way too deep in THE drain. No IE-code since then.. THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!! Wow! 😃😃😃😃👍👍👍👍😁

[@michaelerbreviews]

I'm happy to hear it worked for you too. Thanks for the comment.

[@mimiharson1165]

THANK YOU, this also helped us. The filter is now clean and no more IE code. Really appreciate your time and posting!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Great to hear!

[@gozzleb416]

Thank you. My filters were clogged and this did the trick. It saved me time and money to hire someone.

[@michaelerbreviews]

I'm so happy to hear that this helped fix the error for you.

[@jsow]

You have a very calming voice. Thanks for the help!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Appreciate the comment.

[@myothantkyaw]

Thank you for your advice. First time fixing anything in my house and this worked first try! 10/10!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Excellent!

[@fiblersnibler]

Another thing to check is the main drain plug at tge bottom front of the machine , it catches all the big items like plastic , keys, coins etc if its full the extract pump will not be able to pump out the water and causes a IE error

[@michaelerbreviews]

Thanks for sharing that tip

[@TheSeraphim75]

Water filter was clogged and outlet hose was way too deep as another person pointed out on this channel. I thought I had broken the machine....I spent 2 hours over the weekend fixing a dE (drain error) and that turned out to be a rubber band stuck in the pump impeller causing it to jam... Just finished a wash cycle without hiccups. Thank you for the time spent making this video and the knowledge shared!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Appreciate your comment. Thanks. Glad it all worked out for you.

[@tyleyden8695]

Nice it worked! It was the drainage tube .. it must have worked it's way down while washing bedding and the washer shaking. Thank you so much for this video!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad it helped.

[@madisonpitts4123]

It's 9:46 I saw this IE message on my washing machine and have no clue what's going on. It was working fine this summer then the other day it brought up this IE message and just quit washing. The water is not draining in the tub. So it will stop washing and cut off. I tried doing the rinse and spin cycle to see if that would help it. I thought it was at first I was excited because I thought I fixed the problem. Well, it did it again on the rinse and spin. I'm getting really fed up with this. I don't know what to do. I don't understand anything about it. I'm afraid to do anything that I will message it up even more.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Did you follow the suggestions in my video?

[@jeanjacquesgoulmot1419]

The ie error is getting but I can solve the problem, I was always saying it will make the washing rinse but it doesn't spin everyone with the middle of a water. I am helping you correctly. Thanks.

[@toddk63]

That's a great tip. My brand new LG WT7150CW passed the installer's Short Wash Test and he left. I could NOT get it to pass a Normal Cycle without "IE". Installer gave me a set of hoses because he didn't like my brand new hoses (liability). I took the hoses off and compared to my hoses were smaller diameter and more back pressure with the blow test, thus less water flow. I swapped my hoses in and Voila'!. Installer also shoved the drain hose all the way in to the P-trap. I fixed that too, but not the cause of my original problem.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Thanks for adding your experience.

[@josephart2821]

Thank you sir! Because of your video i made my mom happy again hh ❤️👍

[@acm7709]

You, sir, are a godsend. Pulling the hose out was my fix too.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Sometimes a fix is too easy to be believed. Glad you had success.

[@shawnraintree]

June 2023 Tutorial still works brand new washer. Just had well Pump redone and getting rust sediment. Thanks

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad it helped

[@sc1418]

Thank you so much. Just had this issue for the first time. Cleaned out the filers but no luck. Then after pulling up the hose the code was gone.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Good to hear. It's so strange to me that simply puling the drain hose out a bit can solve this error code, but there it is.

[@rutambi2520]

Worked for me. turns our there was a lot of dirt blocking off water from passing through the filters. Thanks a lot

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad it helped

[@TangoSierra888]

My hot water in-line filter was SUPER dirty, cleaned both filters, changed position of drain tube, plugged it back in, & crossed my fingers, aaaaaaand - no dice. LE code came back like a bad penny. Looks like I’ll be spending some money (that I don’t have) to get a repair guy out. Thanks for the video nonetheless!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Unfortunately my video "solution" doesn't always fix the error, but it does in many situations.

[@TangoSierra888]

@@michaelerbreviews Turned out to be a bad hall sensor, fairly easy fix. Just glad it wasn’t the drive motor!

[@mamabear9009]

Thank you. I am having this problem right now. Going to try everything you said. Will let you know how it worked out

[@kristinanthony4678]

Perfect, concise, and it worked! Thank you!!!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad it helped! Thanks for letting me know.

[@tiffprl2]

Omg our inlet filter (cold) was absolutely clogged and disgusting. We were getting 1e error code but the washer had no problem filling, just wouldn't drain and spin. The washer is under a year old but we did have water issues with my well pulling sand before I had a new well dug. This video was on point and we are back up and running. Alot of the other videos for 1e error had nothing to do with this issue but it wouldn't rinse and drain. Thank you so much!

[@michaelerbreviews]

So happy you were able to get it going with the help of my video.

[@valgoold]

Thank you!!! pulling the hose out fixed my issue. I sure appreciate all you DIY guys :)

[@michaelerbreviews]

So glad to hear it fixed the error for you. Thanks.

[@Davefanky]

My washer is in a cold closed room. I’ve never had this issue before but wondering if my issue is the weather. I opened the doors hoping it would help and will try again in a day or so Haven’t tried this yet but will if it still doesn’t go

[@carrieshawver2745]

Thank you so much! My washer works again!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad it helped!

[@AzAltuwayjiri]

It solved my issue, thanks from Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦❤️

[@siddhiaasayam1721]

Perfect. Worked absolutely fine after this video

[@tracylent4462]

any thoughts on the coin filter clogging and preventing the draining? I read about that but wasnt sure where that filter was located on the machine.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Unfortunately, I don’t know anything about a coin filter on this washing machine.

[@michaelerbreviews]

If this video solved your IE Error Code and helped you avoid an expensive service call, please help support my channel with a Super Thanks. Much appreciated.

[@garykeighley]

It's supposed to mean the washer can't fill right? My washer fills to the top, displays the IE and then drains I'm confused

[@BALONESDEOROS]

Thanks dude i'll try that. You won a suscriber

[@michaelerbreviews]

Thanks for the sub. Glad my video could help.

[@enrique4922]

Cleaning those filter lines,and draining lines after a freeze worked for me ...all the sludge is out!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Awesome. Thanks for letting me know.

[@user-sw6bw9vy2g]

NICE WORK MAN. BIG HELP.

[@CarlosTorres-ow9qr]

Thanks Mike I’m having the same will try tomorrow to see if it’s that.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Did it work?

[@CarlosTorres-ow9qr]

@@michaelerbreviews It’s crazy how dirty them little filters get with rust and other stuff I wish I could have posted a picture. Thank you so much.

[@danielbanfield5491]

Also if it goes farther than that there are also in-depth step by step videos on KZbin that explain how to disassemble the top and front end and clean out your system internally. Sounds intimidating but it is fairly reasonable, provided you are slightly mechanically inclined and have the right tools. The step by steps will easily walk you through these problems.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Thanks for the tips.

[@montybasnyat]

Thank you so much! You saved me $300

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad I could help! Did you notice the Thanks button underneath my video? It helps keep my channel going.

[@MARIACRISTINA-ht3tr]

Would You consider putting a video about bad odors from the lawndry pipes?

[@michaelerbreviews]

That’s not something I would be able to do. However many times the washing machine drain is stuck into a pipe that is not connected to a P-trap. That is probably the cause of the odor. Installing a p-trap would eliminate the odor.

[@Outrageousevil2010]

Mine is filling up but giving me a IE code. Twice now. Once I get it to drain I'm gonna look at the hose filters in the back vid was helpful

[@michaelerbreviews]

Did you resolve the issue?

[@kristitrevino1053]

Thank so much!! We removed those little small things and it worked. You are awesome 😎

[@michaelerbreviews]

Thanks Kristi. Glad I could help.

[@Gm-xr6iv]

It worked!!!!!!!! The plugs were dirty from beach sand we had on our clothes

[@michaelerbreviews]

Thanks for the comment.

[@dlk5730]

Thank You. Cleaning the input filters solved my 1E error on a LG WT7100CW

[@michaelerbreviews]

Excellent!

[@wendymccoy7698]

what if the IE error code only appears when using the delicate cycle? And it's been working just fine for years previously.

[@morrisoverloadtv8198]

Thank you I'll try this tomorrow! Our had the same problem tonight.😬

[@michaelerbreviews]

How'd it work out for you?

[@morrisoverloadtv8198]

@@michaelerbreviews It worked! Thank you!🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@barbarajohnson7782]

Thanks Micheal! I really enjoy your videos and find them very helpful. Did you get your upstairs remodel done on the bathroom? You should do a home tour, that is very popular on other KZbin videos I watch.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Barbara Johnson The interminable bathroom remodel is still not done. It’s getting close but still a few weeks away. I like your idea of a video walkthrough and will give that some consideration. Thanks for planting the seed.

[@davidtisler82]

On the LG washer check your washer to see if you have a Hose Clamp or Glue on the inbound side of the discharge pump. If so, that is not a factory connection. There is not supposed to be any Glue or Hose Clamps on anything according to LG. Squeeze clamps only. Most of the LG washers had to be reconditioned, then sold as new. The hose is 2 inches too short and the travel of the tank, to offset a lopsided load, will one day rip that hose off. I repaced 12" of drywall in my whole washroom. Contact the FTC.

[@Mitch-wc9zx]

Can anyone help me? My washer keeps throwing the IE code seemingly for no reason. Then i hit the play button and it finishes the cycle but its annoying because you gotta keep checking on the washer. The drain hose is 8” in the drain hole and there is no obstructions in the filter. Its so baffling. Water comes out good for the 1st 5 min but then it goes down to a trickle like the washer is restricting its own flow and then telling itself theres not enough water. It makes NO Sense….

[@michaelerbreviews]

Have you tried pulling out the drain hose just a small amount more, like maybe 1-2" max?

[@princearsalan7144]

Thank you so much sir..... You just save my money

[@michaelerbreviews]

I'm glad I could help!

[@imanibrahim2327]

Thank you BIG time for sharing this video, I am so grateful, it helped me save money, and my washing machine is working perfectly again just like new, may God bless you, greetings from Saudi Arabia.

[@vielkameurer7418]

Yeeeeees!!!! Did the trick. 😮‍💨phew! Thank youuuuu!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad to hear it worked for you too.

[@peterbarry1436]

With my machine Wtc1501cw. I found small particles of sand in drain pump. But what fixed code was the drain hose had kinked. Restricting water flow from drain pump. After fixing kinked hose, no code and all has been well for 3 weeks on.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Good to hear you fixed it without a service call.

[@MARIACRISTINA-ht3tr]

Thank You Very Much Mike, Yes You fixed the issue, I was really frustrated. 🤗😉

[@michaelerbreviews]

That’s awesome. Glad it worked for you.

[@annegrove-author5313]

Thank you! Fixed the problem!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Always happy to hear that.

[@bernabaudillo5575]

I have the same error IE..theres water coming from the inlet but it continously drains.its not filling water.

[@ginathompson5545]

I checked my filter screens and also made sure our hose is not too far in the drain hole. So far no luck. Still throwing IE code. What else could be the problem?

[@michaelerbreviews]

Unfortunately there are many additional reasons that code could show up. I was only able to discuss the reasons that I know about. Good luck

[@jeannebraman3448]

My LG wave force washer has a red circle with line through it wit, what looks like a key within the circle. The machine does go on starting with the load sensor but will not go on to Wash. we just moved it from one house to another. What would that error code or red circle mean?

[@michaelerbreviews]

I would contact LG.

[@jeannebraman3448]

@@michaelerbreviews thank you very much

[@udokapeace4879]

Thank you you so much for this wonderful information, please how can fix OE in my lg washing machine after checking the in filter and make sure it is not blocked and yet it refuse to discharge water.

[@Jetmech145]

I'll try these fixes, thanks.

[@viboksings]

This was really helpful. Thank you so much for sharing

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comment.

[@claude3649]

I havé a guestion what the name of the valve so I can replace them

[@michaelerbreviews]

Sorry, I don't know.

[@nikitapatil4975]

Thank you so much.... From India..

[@clifsportland]

Thanks! I was afraid I'd have to replace the control board.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad to hear it worked for you.

[@meh6380]

I will try it. It's brand new and from day 1 I'm having this issue

[@michaelerbreviews]

Has your error gone away?

[@Mariposang_gala]

Thanks A lot..i did it to kenmore elite and it work!!!!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Well that's interesting. I wonder if LG makes the Kenmore machine?

[@Mariposang_gala]

@@michaelerbreviews i wonder too..They probably have the same manufacturer..either way im thankful i saw your video..i am losing my patience already when the IE keep popping...Thanks Again!!!

[@EduardoSanchez-pj6kj]

Thank you for video it fixed my problem

[@michaelerbreviews]

Good to hear. thanks for letting me know. Join the fun and subscribe.

[@daceynolan4775]

Thanks. Our water filter was so gross.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad my video helped you find that and correct it.

[@jasonmann9402]

Much appreciated! This video helped me resolve my issue.

[@michaelerbreviews]

I'm happy to hear it solved your issue. Thanks for the comment.

[@jacklabrier8039]

My washer started leaking only some water on the ground. I was still running it. Now it fills up with water to the top. Then empties it out and says 1E. (Without leaking much)

[@codycalton]

Me too

[@michaelfelix3642]

Good evening sir my lg top Lowder washing machine there is power all the time on the drain pump motor if you switch it on

[@michaelerbreviews]

I wish I could help but I am not a technician. You should contact LG support. They'll be able to help you.

[@KennethMahar-gj8hs]

How about the CL code on a top loader LG machine

[@michaelerbreviews]

Sorry, don’t know about that one

[@codye1391]

I checked the inlets they were barely dirty with sediment the hot water inlet probably had more than the cold water then I tried it again it popped up with IE again so I looked over everything ran a diagnostic on my app and it said the same thing check your inlets check the hose check any leakage.. The only other thing that I changed was the drainage hose it used to be inclined from the bottom of the washer going up into the drain pipe But now I took it out of the drain pipe and laid it across the floor into our basement half shower thing there's already a pre-cut hole inside the shower wall that goes straight into the floor drain

[@codye1391]

Also, I'm waiting for the rents and spend only to do its thing and if it hasn't done anything within this time limit I'm going to set it on spin and then probably re-adjust the drain hose back into the drain pipe to see if anything happens from there

[@michaelerbreviews]

Cody Dye Sounds like you’re pretty much went through the same process I did more or less. I was flabbergasted when the only thing that worked was to simply reduce the length of drain hose going into the drain pipe.

[@codye1391]

@@michaelerbreviews yeah pretty much the exact same, Is there a way to empty or clean out old water setting at the bottom of the washer.. IF Any?

[@jamescadzow9545]

Thank you I appreciate the content.

[@michaelerbreviews]

My pleasure! I hope it helps solve your error.

[@philwatson3646]

Thank you!! Yeah problem solved. Appreciate you!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad it helped!

[@patricktheriot8619]

Brand new washer. Error message on first load. Too much hose in drain pipe. Really ? Well I pulled a lot back and it works.

[@michaelerbreviews]

I was as surprised as you were.

[@VS-wb1mt]

Hi my washer leaked from the bottom. It gave me the ie error. I've had my washer less then 2 years, it'll be 2 years in June. Is this something normal to happen in that short of time?

[@michaelerbreviews]

I can’t really answer that. When you say it leaked from the bottom, was it leaking out of some thing on the bottom or was the water just running down to the bottom from a hose? The error is caused by one of several situations. Did you check all of the possibilities?

[@VS-wb1mt]

It didn't leak from any of the hoses or the tube that drains the water. It was literally from the bottom 🥺

[@VS-wb1mt]

Thank you for your response..... They are sending a replacement part but I'm not sure what it is. I just think it's not even 2 years old and already messing up. Not good..lg are suppose to be great appliances

[@michaelerbreviews]

@@VS-wb1mt I hope they can figure it out

[@iconicarsmotorsports112]

Thank you !!

[@angelmaryjose8029]

Many thanks! This worked.

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad it helped!

[@fernandovilela9472]

My LG front load washer have an ie error after 2 minutes of operation and the water will be drained automatically. What should I do to fix this problem?

[@michaelerbreviews]

I'd suggest calling LG and speak to their support team.

[@benger88]

My machine has the exact same problem. Did you ever find a solution?

[@wennerygunsmithing5213]

My LG top loader is less than 6 months old.. IE code..cleaned the filters and still doing.. Junk!!. 6 months and issues ALREADY

[@michaelerbreviews]

I wouldn't say it was junk, I'd say you just have an issue that needs to be fixed. Nothing works perfectly all the time. Things happen. Sometimes it's defective sometimes it's something simple.

[@MisterDonkey]

This helped, thank you!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Glad it helped!

[@4335sanjay]

Thank you very much it worked very excellent

[@tinacournoyer6172]

Thank you so much! Very helpful, problem solved!!

[@michaelerbreviews]

Great to hear! Thanks for your comment.

[@erniecastro3986]

Thanks for your advice 👍

[@michaelerbreviews]

My pleasure!

[@Kev-O33]

I just bought this washer about a month ago and it's been doing this

[@michaelerbreviews]

Unfortunately it does seem to. be a frequent issue. Sometimes easily rectified.

[@marwanalhelfy4019]

Thanks 🙏

[@joseluisespinozaochoa9794]

Thanks, it works.

[@TrendingBeninMovies]

Please help me out, my front washer lg won't spin, it won't stop washing either, I have cleaned all the supposed places still same thing. Please help me

[@michaelerbreviews]

I am not a technician. You will have to contact LG support.