LG Dishwasher · Code nE

LG Dishwasher nE code: Spray pump (vario) error

The part that sends water to the different spray arms is not working normally, often because a dish is in the way.

Most common causes

  1. Tall dishes or utensils blocking a spray arm
  2. Debris in the spray-arm or diverter area
  3. Faulty diverter (vario) motor

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Rearrange dishes so nothing hangs down into the spray arms
  2. Clean the filter and check that spray arms spin freely
  3. Restart the cycle

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: lg.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does nE mean on a LG Dishwasher?

The part that sends water to the different spray arms is not working normally, often because a dish is in the way.

Can I clear the nE code myself?

Try these first: Rearrange dishes so nothing hangs down into the spray arms Clean the filter and check that spray arms spin freely Restart the cycle Call a technician if nE returns after rearranging dishes.

How much does it cost to fix a nE code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other LG Dishwasher codes

AE · Leak detectedIE · Water fill errorOE · Drain errorbE · Too many sudsCL · Control lock onFE · Overfill errorHE · Heater errorLE · Wash motor errortE · Temperature sensor error

Still showing the code?

A FixPro technician will find the cause and give you a flat price. $79.00 diagnostic, credited toward the repair.

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