LG Washers2023–present

Error Code dE1

Door Open Error (Type 1)

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

What This Means

Door not completely closed; Loose electrical connections at door switch and PWB assembly; Door switch assembly out of order; Spring of latch hook not actuating

How to Fix

  1. 1

    Confirm dE1 is displayed

  2. 2

    Check connector to door switch or main PWB — reconnect or repair if disconnected

  3. 3

    Check door switch resistance values (see table: pins 2-4: 700-1500Ω at 25°C; pins 3-4: 60-90Ω at 25°C; pins 4-5: Infinity) — replace door switch assembly if out of range

  4. 4

    Check spring of latch hook actuates — replace door assembly if latch hook spring does not actuate

  5. 5

    Check if clicking sound occurs once or twice when Start/Pause is pressed — if no click replace PCB assembly

  6. 6

    Check if door switch assembly is broken — replace if broken

  7. 7

    Environmental note: machine must operate with all doors closed and locked; water temperature must not exceed 45°C

This Error Applies To

LG WM4000H Series Washers (2023) (2023–present)

Service manual exact match: WM4000H*AService manual exact match: WM4000HBAService manual exact match: WM4000HWA

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