Error Code dE
Door switch abnormal
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: dE
How to Fix
- 1
Enter diagnostic mode and press START/PAUSE once; dryer will tumble without heat.
- 2
Open the door — drum should stop tumbling and dE should display. Chime should sound 7 times (if turned on). Drum light (if equipped) should come on.
- 3
If dE does not display or light does not come on, proceed to mechanical test.
- 4
Disconnect WH1 and BL3 connectors from main PCB. Measure resistance between NA6 pin 6 (GN) and chassis ground. Should be <1Ω. If NO: check wiring harness connections and ground screws.
- 5
Disconnect BL2 and WH4 connectors from main PCB. Measure resistance between BL2-1 (WH) and WH4-1 (YL). Should be <1Ω with door closed and infinity with door open. If YES: Replace main PCB.
- 6
If NO on previous step: Check WH4-1 (YL) to WH4-4 (BK). Should be <1Ω door open and infinity door closed. If NO: Replace light bulb or light socket.
- 7
If YES: Refer to individual door switch and light bulb/socket component tests.
This Error Applies To
LG DLEX4200W Series Dryers (2020) (2020–present)
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