OE or IE on the display
OE means it isn’t draining (filter, hose or pump). IE means water isn’t coming in (tap, hose filter or inlet valve).
LG is known for Inverter Direct Drive washing machines, linear compressor fridges, OLED and NanoCell TVs and DUALCOOL air conditioners. We repair all of them, from the motor and boards to door seals and gas refills.
Pick your LG appliance. Tell us what it’s doing and we’ll usually know the likely cause before we arrive.
OE means it isn’t draining (filter, hose or pump). IE means water isn’t coming in (tap, hose filter or inlet valve).
On Direct Drive machines this points to the motor rotor, its position sensor or the wiring to it. The motor itself rarely fails.
Worn drum bearings. We strip the tub and replace the bearings and seal.
Some LG linear and Smart Inverter compressors lose cooling over time. We test the compressor, board and gas before quoting.
The freezer fan is iced up or the defrost circuit has failed. A heater, sensor or fuse is usually the fix.
Low gas from a leak, dusty condenser coils, a failed fan, thermostat or start relay.
Backlight failure on LED models, or a T-con board or panel ribbon fault causing lines.
Almost always the backlight. Shine a torch at the screen: if you can faintly see the picture, that’s it.
A failed power board or standby circuit.
Sensor, fan motor or communication faults between the indoor and outdoor units, or low gas.
Dirty filters, low gas from a leak, or a failed capacitor or fan.
A blocked drain line or tray on the indoor unit.
A failed magnetron, high-voltage diode or capacitor.
A burnt waveguide cover or damaged cavity paint. Stop using it until it’s fixed.
A worn turntable motor or coupler.
Blocked filter or drain hose, or the drain pump. Clean the filter first; if it still shows OE, we replace the pump.
Water left in the bottom from a blocked filter, drain hose or pump.
Worn door seals, a split sump or a loose hose. Many models stop with a flood code.
LG displays short codes such as OE, IE, LE, Er FF and CH. Send us the code with a photo of the rating plate inside the door or on the side, and we’ll bring the likely part.
What the display is usually telling you. Exact meanings vary by model, so treat this as a guide.
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| IE | No water coming inTap, inlet hose filter or inlet valve. |
| OE | Not drainingDrain filter, hose or pump blocked. |
| UE | Load unbalancedUneven load or worn suspension. |
| dE | Door openDoor not closed properly or the door lock has failed. |
| LE | Motor lockedSomething jamming the drum, or a motor or board fault. |
| PE | Water level sensorPressure sensor or its hose. |
| tE | Heating sensorTemperature sensor or heater. |
| FE | Too much waterInlet valve not closing, or a level sensor fault. |
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Er FF | Freezer fanFreezer fan blocked by ice or faulty. |
| Er dH | Defrost faultDefrost heater, sensor or fuse. |
| Er IF | Ice-maker fanIce-maker fan blocked or faulty. |
| Er CF | Condenser fanThe fan at the back has failed. |
| Er FS | Freezer sensorFreezer temperature sensor or its wiring. |
| Er rS | Fridge sensorFridge temperature sensor or its wiring. |
| Er CO | CommunicationBoards not talking: wiring or a board fault. |
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| OE | Not drainingFilter, drain hose or pump. |
| IE | No water coming inTap, inlet hose or inlet valve. |
| AE · E1 | Leak detectedWater in the base tray. |
| HE | Heating faultHeater or sensor. |
| FE | Too much waterInlet valve not closing. |
Photos from our technicians’ recent jobs.
In most cases yes. The direct drive motor is very durable. Faults are usually a rotor sensor, wiring, the drain pump or bearings, all of which we repair.
Yes. We check the compressor, inverter board, fans and defrost system, and find any gas leak before refilling. You get the full price before any work starts.
The diagnosis is free. The technician finds the fault on your LG washing machine, tells you the full price for parts and labour, and nothing starts until you approve it.
Most bookings in Nairobi and Kiambu get a same-day visit. Common LG parts travel in the van, so many repairs are finished on the first visit.
We fit genuine LG parts wherever they are available and tell you clearly when only a compatible part exists. Every repair carries our warranty.
No. HomeFixit is an independent repair company and is not affiliated with LG. If your LG appliance is still under the manufacturer’s warranty, contact the seller first; once it is out of warranty, we can help.
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