LG Washer · Code CL

LG Washer CL code: Child lock on

This is not a fault. The Child Lock feature is on, so the buttons will not respond.

Most common causes

  1. Child Lock was turned on on purpose or by accident

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Press and hold the Child Lock button (or the button pair marked for it on your panel) for about 3 seconds to turn it off

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 CL mean on a LG Washer?

This is not a fault. The Child Lock feature is on, so the buttons will not respond.

Can I clear the CL code myself?

Try these first: Press and hold the Child Lock button (or the button pair marked for it on your panel) for about 3 seconds to turn it off Only call a technician if the lock will not turn off and the buttons stay unresponsive.

How much does it cost to fix a CL 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 detectedCE · Motor current / speed errorFE · 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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