Error Code AE

Leakage Error - internal leakage detected

What This Means

Door gasket came loose or fell off; Float (safety switch) assembly stuck; Controller damaged; Seal assembly not connected properly to sump; Unit not leveled correctly; Wrong detergent used (not dishwasher detergent); Customer opened door during cycle; Too much water in tub (inlet valve or air guide issue)

How to Fix

1. 1

   Check if water is flooded in the base; tilt machine and drain water

2. 2

   Check sealing of drain hose, pump casing assembly, and vario motor; replace leaking part

3. 3

   If door gasket came loose: replace door liner assembly

4. 4

   Check if machine is leveled properly; level correctly if not

5. 5

   Verify dishwasher-specific detergent is being used

6. 6

   If float/safety switch assembly is stuck: replace safety switch assembly

7. 7

   If no water in base and safety switch is OK: replace main PCB assembly

8. 8

   Replace inlet valve or air guide if too much water detected in tub

9. 9

   For AE repair report include: level check, mounting bracket check, detergent type, cycle count since AE, most used cycle, water temperature, whether door was opened during cycle

This Error Applies To

LG LDP6797ST Series Dishwashers