Error code · Dryer

LG Dryer Code nd: Water Not Draining

Medium · inspection needed

Code: nd
Appliance: Dryer
Brand: LG
Warranty: 30-day workmanship

What nd means

On LG dryers shown on the blinking-LED error page, nd means a no-drain condition. The dryer collects water from the clothes and cannot send it out. The usual cause is a clogged drain hose or debris filter, or a kinked or crushed vent hose. The cycle may stop early or run with a warning light, and clothes can finish damp. Most of the checks cost nothing.

Common causes of nd

A clogged debris filter
A drain hose that is blocked or kinked
A lint filter packed with lint
A vent hose that is crushed, or an exterior hood that is blocked

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Unplug the dryer. Clean the debris filter and make sure it is fully seated. 2. Check the drain hose for a kink or a clog, and clean the lint filter. 3. Look at the vent hose behind the dryer and the exterior hood for crushing or lint, then restart.

! Why to stop there

If every hose and filter is clear and nd stays, the drain pump or its water-level sensing needs testing.
We also check whether the drain path is blocked farther along than you can reach.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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ndnd questions

What does nd mean on my LG dryer?

It means the dryer has water it cannot drain. Clogged filters or hoses are the usual reason, and they are things you can often check yourself.

Where is the debris filter?

The location depends on the model, so look in the dryer's front or lower area and check your owner's guide. Take care that it is cleaned and reseated fully.

Can a bent vent hose cause nd?

Yes, a kinked or crushed vent hose is one of the usual causes in the list. Straighten it, clear the hood outside, and run a short cycle.

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