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LG dishwasher code OE: not draining

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What it means

Water isn’t fully draining out of the tub.

What to try

Unplug the dishwasher before any step beyond a quick look, and turn the water off before touching hoses.

  1. Let the tub cool, then take out and clean the filter. LG recommends doing this every 1 to 2 weeks.
  2. Straighten any kinks in the drain hose.
  3. Check the end of the drain hose is at least 30 cm (about 12 inches) above the floor.

Call a technician if

  • Water keeps pooling above the filter after cleaning.

Resetting an LG dishwasher

For most LG dishwasher faults there’s no home fix. LG says a technician needs to inspect codes such as tE, HE, LE and PE.

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Sources

  1. LG Dishwasher: Guide to Error Codes, LG USA Support
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