LG Dishwasher Error Code IE
The machine waited for water and the tub never reached the right level, so it stopped and showed this code. In most homes the cause is simple: a supply tap that is not fully open, a squashed hose, or a filter screen clogged with grit. Work through those before assuming a part has failed.
Also shown as: 1E
Common causes
- Water supply tap under the sink not fully open
- Inlet hose kinked, squashed or frozen
- Inlet valve filter screen clogged with sediment
- Low household water pressure
- Failed water inlet valve
What to check, in order
- Make sure the dishwasher's water supply tap is turned fully on
- Pull the machine out gently and check the inlet hose is not kinked or trapped
- Turn off the tap, disconnect the hose at the valve and rinse out the small filter screen inside the inlet valve
- Confirm other taps in the home have normal pressure
- If water still does not enter and you hear no hum from the valve, book a technician to test or replace the inlet valve
Clear the code and test
- Fix what the checks above found first — a filter cleaned, a hose straightened, the spray arms freed. Clearing the code without fixing the cause only brings it back.
- Close the door, plug the dishwasher back in (or restore its breaker) and make sure the water tap is open.
- Run the shortest programme and stay nearby for the first minutes, watching for leaks and listening for the drain pump.
- If the programme finishes with no code, the fault is cleared. If the code returns, write down the code and when it appeared before calling a technician — it speeds up the diagnosis.
When to call a professional
Most cases are solved by the checks above. Book a technician if any of these apply:
- The code comes back after you have run the checks and a test cycle.
- You smell burning, see sparks or scorch marks, or the breaker trips.
- Water is leaking and you cannot stop it at the tap.
- The fix needs panels opened beyond what your manual describes, or a part tested with a meter, and you are not set up for that.
When you call, give the brand, the code IE, your model number (on a label inside the door or on the back) and the checks you already ran. It shortens the visit.
Parts that may be involved
Water inlet valveInlet hoseInlet filter screen
Parts are model-specific. Find your model number first — usually on a label inside the door, on the door frame or on the back — and match the part to that number before ordering.
Questions people ask about IE
What does IE mean on a LG dishwasher?
IE means: Water is not filling, or is filling too slowly. The machine waited for water and the tub never reached the right level, so it stopped and showed this code. In most homes the cause is simple: a supply tap that is not fully open, a squashed hose, or a filter screen clogged with grit. Work through those before assuming a part has failed.
Can I fix LG IE myself?
Usually, yes. Code IE is rated DIY-friendly: the checks on this page cover the common causes and use basic household items only. If the code returns after the checks and a test cycle, book a technician.
How do I clear LG IE?
Fix the cause first — clearing the code on its own brings it straight back. Then restore power and water, run the shortest programme, and watch the stage where the code appeared. If the programme finishes with no code, it is cleared.
Sources checked
- LG Help Library: washing machine error codes
- PartsTown Resource Center: LG washing machine troubleshooting codes
The meaning and checks for this code were checked against the sources above in November 2026. Codes vary by model and region; if your manual lists a different meaning for your exact model, follow the manual.