Leakage or overfilling error: the water supply exceeded the standard amount or a leak was detected. The dishwasher keeps draining to protect the floor.
Homeowner part this code names: dishwasher detergent.
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Same characters, different appliance: LG AE on a washing machine is a different fault. LG washing machine AE.
Likely causes
- Too much water supplied
- Oversudsing from dishwashing liquid
- Unit not level or door not aligned
- Leak detected
- Water poured into the Heat Dry blower
How to fix AE: safe DIY steps
- Load big plates and pots upside down
- Use detergent made for dishwashers, not dishwashing liquid
- If no water is leaking onto the floor but the error shows, unplug the dishwasher (use the switch or power strip that controls it) and request service
- Do not pull out a built-in unit if you poured water into the Heat Dry blower; request service instead
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When to call a pro
If the unit is not level, or AE persists on a level unit, LG says to request service.
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Level and wrench for levelling a washer or dishwasher: guide
In this code: Unit not level or door not aligned
Dishwasher detergent: guide
In this code: Oversudsing from dishwashing liquid
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