LG Dryer Error Code Add
The steam feeder is out of water, so the steam cycle cannot run. Fill it with tap water to the MAX line, close the drawer fully, and restart the cycle.
Also shown as: Add Water
Common causes
- Steam feeder tank empty
- Steam feeder drawer not pushed fully closed
- Feeder filled with distilled water, which LG says not to use
What to check, in order
- Press Pause to stop the cycle if one is running
- Fill the steam feeder with tap water (not distilled) up to the MAX fill line
- Push the steam feeder drawer completely closed
- Turn the dryer off and back on, select the steam cycle and press Start/Pause to finish the cycle
Clear the code and test
- Fix what the checks above found first. Clearing the code without fixing the cause only brings it back.
- Plug the appliance back in and restore its water supply if it has one.
- Run the shortest programme and watch the point where the code appeared before.
- If the programme finishes with no code, the fault is cleared. If the code returns, write it down 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 Add, 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
Steam feeder (water tank)
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 Add
What does Add mean on a LG dryer?
Add means: Steam feeder is empty: add water before running a steam cycle. The steam feeder is out of water, so the steam cycle cannot run. Fill it with tap water to the MAX line, close the drawer fully, and restart the cycle.
Can I fix LG Add myself?
Usually, yes. Code Add 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 Add?
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.