How do I fix error code Sud on my LG WM8980HVA?

1. undefined: When Sud is detected, machine automatically adds a Suds Reducing cycle — adds approximately 2 hours to cycle time 2. undefined: If too many suds detected during spinning, washing machine stops to help prevent leaking 3. undefined: Reduce detergent quantity in future loads 4. undefined: Use only HE (High Efficiency) detergent

LG WM8980HVAWasher

Error Code Sud

Q: What does error code Sud mean on a LG WM8980HVA?

Suds Error Too many suds detected in the wash water; Excessive detergent used; Non-HE detergent used in HE washer

Suds Error

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

What This Means

Too many suds detected in the wash water; Excessive detergent used; Non-HE detergent used in HE washer

How to Fix

1
When Sud is detected, machine automatically adds a Suds Reducing cycle — adds approximately 2 hours to cycle time
2
If too many suds detected during spinning, washing machine stops to help prevent leaking
3
Reduce detergent quantity in future loads
4
Use only HE (High Efficiency) detergent

Other Error Codes for WM8980HVA

Locked Motor Error

Heating Error

Drain Error

EEPROM Error

Power Failure

dE1

Door Open Error (variant 1)

dE2

Door Open Error (variant 2)

Water Inlet Error

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