LG Dryer · Code F0 / FO

LG Dryer F0 code: Lint filter not in place

The dryer detected that the lint filter is missing or not seated correctly, so it will not run.

Most common causes

  1. Lint filter removed and not replaced
  2. Filter not pushed fully into its housing
  3. Lint or debris in the filter slot

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Remove the lint filter, clean it and slide it firmly back into the housing
  2. Check the filter slot for lint or objects keeping it from seating

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

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

Quick answers

What does F0 mean on a LG Dryer?

The dryer detected that the lint filter is missing or not seated correctly, so it will not run.

Can I clear the F0 code myself?

Try these first: Remove the lint filter, clean it and slide it firmly back into the housing Check the filter slot for lint or objects keeping it from seating Call a technician if the filter is fully seated and the code does not clear.

How much does it cost to fix a F0 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 Dryer codes

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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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