Error Code dE
Door (Lid) Open Error — lid not detected as closed/locked at cycle start
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
What This Means
Lid not fully closed; Doorlock switch assembly faulty; Lid magnet sensor not sensing magnet; Failed PCBA
How to Fix
- 1
1. Confirm dE is displayed.
- 2
2. Ensure lid is fully closed. Check for any obstruction preventing lid closure.
- 3
3. Test doorlock switch: connect other doorlock switch and check lid sensing by magnet.
- 4
4. If switch does not lock, replace the doorlock switch assembly.
- 5
5. If switch tests OK but error persists, replace the PCBA.
This Error Applies To
LG WT7800CW Series Washers (2019) (2019–present)
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