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Washer Error Codes
Fill, drain, balance, and door-lock faults across every major washer brand — what the code means, ranked causes, and the fix steps in order.
- E23GEGE Washer E23 — Drain Pump / Drain Timeout FaultGE washer E23 means the drain pump couldn’t empty the tub in time. Ranked causes and step-by-step fixes, from the pump filter to the pump itself.Verified Jul 20, 2026
- IELGLG Washer IE — Water Inlet / Fill ErrorLG washer IE (or 1E) is the water inlet error — it did not fill in time. Ranked causes, fix steps, and how IE differs from OE (drain).Verified Jul 20, 2026
- OELGLG Washer OE Error Code: Drain Fault Causes and FixesLG OE means the washer could not drain in time, usually a clogged pump filter. Ranked causes, step-by-step fixes, parts, and when to call a pro.Verified Jul 20, 2026
- UELGLG Washer UE Error Code (uE / Ub): Unbalanced Load FixLG UE means an unbalanced load. Redistribute first. Ranked causes, ordered fixes, leveling and suspension checks, and uE vs UE explained.Verified Jul 20, 2026
- F8 E1MaytagMaytag Washer F8 E1 — Long Fill / Low Water Fault (LF)Maytag F8 E1 (also LF / Lo FL) means the washer isn’t filling fast enough. Ranked causes and step-by-step fixes, from faucets to inlet valve.Verified Jul 20, 2026
- 4CSamsungSamsung Washer 4C Error Code (4E / nc): Water Supply FixSamsung 4C is a water supply error. Check taps, hoses, and inlet screens first. Ranked causes, ordered fixes, and the 4C vs 4C2 difference.Verified Jul 23, 2026
- URSamsungSamsung Washer UR — Unbalanced Load / Spin Rebalancing FaultSamsung UR (also Ub / UE) means the drum is off-balance and rebalancing during spin. Ranked causes and fixes, from load to shipping bolts to suspension.Verified Jul 20, 2026
- F21WhirlpoolWhirlpool Washer F21 Error Code: Causes and How to Fix ItWhirlpool F21 is a long-drain fault, usually a clogged drain pump filter. Ranked causes, step-by-step fixes, parts, and when to call a pro.Verified Jul 23, 2026
- F5 E3WhirlpoolWhirlpool Washer F5 E3 Error Code: Door Lock Fault FixF5 E3 means the washer door did not lock. Ranked causes, a step-by-step fix, how to open a stuck door, and when to replace the lock assembly.Verified Jul 20, 2026