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LG Washing Machine (Wash Tower) tE1 / tE2 / tE3 / tE4 / tE5 / tE6 error code

Difficulty: Medium · Cost: $0–$200 · Duration: 1m

The tE1 through tE6 error codes on your LG WashTower appear on the dryer section and indicate an issue with one of the dryer's temperature sensors. Unplug the power cord, wait 1 minute, reconnect, and run the dryer again. If the error persists contact a qualified technician service.

Common causes

  • One of the dryer's temperature sensors has a fault or contact issue

How to fix it

  1. 1

    Unplug the WashTower power cord

  2. 2

    Wait 1 minute

  3. 3

    Reconnect the power cord and run the dryer again

  4. 4

    If tE1–tE6 persists contact a qualified technician service for a sensor inspection

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2

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3

OE

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4

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tE1 / tE2 / tE3 / tE4 / tE5 / tE6 error — frequently asked questions

What does the tE1 / tE2 / tE3 / tE4 / tE5 / tE6 error mean on a LG washing machine (wash tower)?

The dryer temperature sensor has an error — dryer section specific

What causes the tE1 / tE2 / tE3 / tE4 / tE5 / tE6 error?

The tE1 / tE2 / tE3 / tE4 / tE5 / tE6 error is usually caused by: One of the dryer's temperature sensors has a fault or contact issue.

Can I fix the tE1 / tE2 / tE3 / tE4 / tE5 / tE6 error myself?

It's possible for a moderately handy person, but budget 1m and expect some disassembly.

How much does it cost to fix the tE1 / tE2 / tE3 / tE4 / tE5 / tE6 error?

Fixing the tE1 / tE2 / tE3 / tE4 / tE5 / tE6 error on a LG washing machine (wash tower) typically costs $0–$200, depending on parts and whether you do it yourself or hire a technician.

Is it safe to keep using my washing machine (wash tower) with the tE1 / tE2 / tE3 / tE4 / tE5 / tE6 error?

In most cases yes, but it's best to address the tE1 / tE2 / tE3 / tE4 / tE5 / tE6 error soon — see the fix steps below to resolve it.