LG Washer · Code CE

LG Washer CE code: Motor current / speed error

The washer detected a motor problem, and the exact meaning depends on the model. On front-loaders LG describes it as too much electrical current in the motor circuit; on top-loaders LG describes it as the drum not reaching the correct spin speed.

Most common causes

  1. Load too heavy or tangled
  2. Object jamming the drum
  3. Motor or motor wiring fault
  4. Control board fault

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Reduce the load size and spread items evenly
  2. Unplug the washer for 10 seconds, plug it back in and restart

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

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

Quick answers

What does CE mean on a LG Washer?

The washer detected a motor problem, and the exact meaning depends on the model. On front-loaders LG describes it as too much electrical current in the motor circuit; on top-loaders LG describes it as the drum not reaching the correct spin speed.

Can I clear the CE code myself?

Try these first: Reduce the load size and spread items evenly Unplug the washer for 10 seconds, plug it back in and restart Call a technician if CE returns after a reset with a normal load. On top-loaders, LG says this code needs service.

How much does it cost to fix a CE 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 Washer codes

dE · Door or lid lock errorIE · Water fill errorLE · Motor locked / overloadedOE · Drain errortCL · Tub clean reminderUE · Unbalanced loadAE · Water leak detectedCL · Child lock onFE · Overfill errorPE · Water level sensor errorPF · Power failureSud · Too many sudstE · Heating 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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