Error code · Washer

LG SideKick Code dE1: Drawer Not Closed

Low risk · DIY check OK

Code: dE1
Appliance: Washer
Brand: LG
Warranty: 30-day workmanship

What dE1 means

dE1 on an LG SideKick pedestal washer, the small WD100 or WD200-series unit that sits under a front-load washer, means the drawer is not closed properly. The SideKick loads through a pull-out drawer instead of a door, so the machine will not run until the drawer registers shut. This is not the front-load washer's dE1, which is a door message, even though the characters are the same.

Common causes of dE1

A drawer that is not pushed fully closed
Something small catching on the drawer edge
A drawer that does not register closed even when shut

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Open the drawer and check that no clothing or lint is caught on its edge. 2. Close the drawer firmly until it seats. 3. Start the cycle again and watch whether dE1 returns. 4. If it stays, tell us the model and we will check it.

! Why to stop there

If the drawer is clear and closes squarely, the sensor that tells the machine it is shut is what we test next.
A drawer that sits slightly off its track can fail to register, so we check how it closes.
We quote any repair before work starts, and it carries a 30-day workmanship warranty.

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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dE1dE1 questions

What does dE1 mean on an LG SideKick?

It means the drawer is not closed properly. The SideKick uses a pull-out drawer, and it will not run until the drawer is shut and the machine senses it, so close it firmly.

Is this the same as dE1 on the main washer?

The characters match, but on the main front-load washer dE1 is a door message. On the SideKick it refers to the drawer, so the steps differ.

How do I clear dE1?

Open and close the drawer, making sure nothing is caught on its edge or lying in its path. If the code remains after a firm close, we can check the drawer sensor.

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Still unsure about dE1?

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