What does DRAIN ERROR mean on my LG WM1814CW?
- MMolly LyonsAug 15, 2025
A DRAIN ERROR on your LG Washer means that the washer has not fully drained within 10 minutes.
What does DRAIN ERROR mean on my LG WM1814CW?
A DRAIN ERROR on your LG Washer means that the washer has not fully drained within 10 minutes.
What causes a LOCKED MOTOR ERROR on my LG WM1814CW Washer?
A LOCKED MOTOR ERROR on your LG Washer can occur due to several reasons: the connector (3-pin, male, white) in the MOTOR HARNESS is not connected to the connector (3-pin, female, white) of STATOR ASSEMBLY; the electric contact between the connectors (3-pin, male, white) in the MOTOR HARNESS and 4-pin, female, white connector in the MAIN PWB ASSEMBLY is bad or unstable; the MOTOR HARNESS between the STATOR ASSEMBLY and MAIN PWB ASSEMBLY is cut (open circuited); or the hall sensor is out of order/defective.
Why does my LG WM1814CW Washer show an IMBALANCE ERROR?
An IMBALANCE ERROR on your LG Washer can occur if the load is too small, the appliance is tilted, laundry is gathered to one side, or non-distributable items are placed in the drum.
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Identifies main parts of the washing machine and lists included accessories.
Covers removing shipping bolts, leveling the appliance, and connecting water/drain hoses.
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Guidelines before servicing, QC test mode, and checking water level frequency.
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Flowcharts for diagnosing common issues like no power, water inlet, or drain problems.
Step-by-step guides for diagnosing faults like no power, vibration, or spin issues.
Steps to remove control panel, drawer, and dispenser assembly.
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