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LG washer help... Update in OP
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:42 pm
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:42 pm
We have a 2 year old top Load washer that will not drain. It shows a code "OE" on the display. I have checked the drain hose for kinks and clogs, can blow air back to the tub so it's good. I removed the pump and checked it, it's good. I thought it might be the water level/pressure sensor so I replaced it. (Cheapest possible cause) that didn't fix it. I accidentally left the lid propped open while testing and it chowed a different code for the lid switch. So I don't think it is the culprit. I've checked the voltage to the pump and I'm getting some odd readings. I believe I'm going to replace the control board, but was curious if anyone might know of something I've missed. TIA
Update**
I received the new board yesterday and got it installed. It is now humming and throws the code LE for motor lock. I guess it's time to take yall's advice and get a new one.
Update**
I received the new board yesterday and got it installed. It is now humming and throws the code LE for motor lock. I guess it's time to take yall's advice and get a new one.
This post was edited on 5/18/17 at 7:24 am
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Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:44 pm to blucollarskolar
Had a LG washer they suck. My repair guy said they sucked. Get a new washer.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:46 pm to blucollarskolar
Speedqueen.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:47 pm to ST.TAMMANYTIGER
I hear ya. I'd be lying if I said that it hasn't crossed my mind.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:49 pm to blucollarskolar
Check connectors on the control board, make sure all plugged in firmly.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:51 pm to blucollarskolar
before you buy anything what is your model number?
The OE code can have different causes on different machines.
The OE code can have different causes on different machines.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:51 pm to blucollarskolar
I have an LG, and "OE" was basically code for unbalanced load.
I'm guessing your board isn't acknowledging that the washer is indeed balanced. Could be board or the load sensor.
I'm guessing your board isn't acknowledging that the washer is indeed balanced. Could be board or the load sensor.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:53 pm to Napoleon
quote:You showed up too soon. Let us feed him some bad advice for a while at least...
Napoleon
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:55 pm to blucollarskolar
When you say you "removed pump and checked it"
Did you hook up voltage to is and watch that the imperller spun normally?
To be honest 9/10 times it is a bad pump.
It will make the noise, it will spin by hand. You power it up and it doesn't spin at the impeller.
There are a few different size pumps that all work in that space, but usually the LG pump with the wide spacing between wire terminals is the cheapest.
I've sold four LG pumps this month already. It's a common fail point. Even if it makes noise, and you check that it is visibly clear, does not mean the impeller is functioning as should.
Did you hook up voltage to is and watch that the imperller spun normally?
To be honest 9/10 times it is a bad pump.
It will make the noise, it will spin by hand. You power it up and it doesn't spin at the impeller.
There are a few different size pumps that all work in that space, but usually the LG pump with the wide spacing between wire terminals is the cheapest.
I've sold four LG pumps this month already. It's a common fail point. Even if it makes noise, and you check that it is visibly clear, does not mean the impeller is functioning as should.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:56 pm to Napoleon
WT5480CW
LG Top Load
Serial: 505PNYU6V146
TIA
LG Top Load
Serial: 505PNYU6V146
TIA
Posted on 5/15/17 at 12:58 pm to Napoleon
I removed the pump completely and used a cut extension cord to power it up. It does work, But during a cycle it will never try to come on.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 1:00 pm to East Coast Band
OE is Overfill error on most machines.
UE is Unbalanced error on most machines.
Some will have OE as Off balance Error, but generally OE is overload, may say Sud on a Cabrio or OF on some others.
UE is Unbalanced error on most machines.
Some will have OE as Off balance Error, but generally OE is overload, may say Sud on a Cabrio or OF on some others.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 1:01 pm to blucollarskolar
quote:
I removed the pump completely and used a cut extension cord to power it up. It does work, But during a cycle it will never try to come on.
Oh okay.
So you have a much more in depth problem.
Have you gone through diagnostics yet?
I figue with what you have done so far you can handle the advanced diagnostics.
Let me scrounge up a tech sheet.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 1:03 pm to blucollarskolar
quote:
It shows a code "OE" on the display.
You need to refill the Olde English container, its low. 40 oz should do it.
This post was edited on 5/15/17 at 1:04 pm
Posted on 5/15/17 at 1:06 pm to Napoleon
I've only done what can think of. I haven't been able to find a schematic for this particular model, but I did find one for a similar model. I'm just running out of ideas, and before I throw a $200 PCB at it I figured I'd ask.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 1:10 pm to blucollarskolar
quote:
Had a LG washer they suck. My repair guy said they sucked. Get a new washer.
This happened to me.
quote:
Speedqueen
Then this happened to me.
Save your time and repair money and spend the ~1K on a speedqueen and be done with it for the next 20yrs or so.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 1:19 pm to DevilDogTiger
That will probably happen eventually, but I only have $45 in this repair so far.... and a pissed off wife because laundry has piled up for a week.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 1:19 pm to Napoleon
Someone said earlier to check connections, very good idea.
i would also suggest running the test procedures in the manual. See if you can force the pump on in diagnostics. See if the unit works in the test mode.
If it does, then you have a control failure. You want a component failure as it's an easier and cheaper repair, but it could be the control.
I'm linking the factory technician manual for your machine. Don't worry that the "w" isn't on the manual's model number. The last 1-2 digits in a model number typically just tell you the color.
HOLD on, file is taking forever to upload. Such a pain to share pdfs.
I can't link you to the site the pdf comes from as it's subscription based.
i would also suggest running the test procedures in the manual. See if you can force the pump on in diagnostics. See if the unit works in the test mode.
If it does, then you have a control failure. You want a component failure as it's an easier and cheaper repair, but it could be the control.
I'm linking the factory technician manual for your machine. Don't worry that the "w" isn't on the manual's model number. The last 1-2 digits in a model number typically just tell you the color.
HOLD on, file is taking forever to upload. Such a pain to share pdfs.
I can't link you to the site the pdf comes from as it's subscription based.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 1:21 pm to DevilDogTiger
speed queen is the way to go. Sadly fifteen years ago all Washers were built with great quality. Dryers don't matter as much as they are almost all the same.
Posted on 5/15/17 at 2:16 pm to blucollarskolar
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