How to fix the LG Dishwasher FE Error, Fill Error
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- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
- I checked all over the internet and could not find a good way to solve this issue so I made this video after I figured it out. IF you have the FE error, don't buy anything!!! clean your floats in about 30 minutes for free and most likely will solve your issue.
Thank you for posting this! Not only did this easy fix clear the fe error code, it has solved a long- standing problem of poor cleaning performance. I just unloaded the cleanest load of dishes I've seen in a very long time.
This man is a legend. The Legend of the Man Who Saved Me a $300 Repair.
me too!!
I've been pulling my hair out trying to fix my dishwasher. Finally found this vid and you pointed me in the right direction. Now it's running again and I don't have to pay a repairman. Thanks.
I _think_ I was able to drain the water from the bottom hose by running the “drain” / “cancel” feature before starting work: it runs the drain pump for 45 seconds and my hose was dry when I finally got it apart (although also full of gunk). On my model, that was holding “Normal” and “Delicate” for 3 seconds.
Thanks for the video, it was crucial in fixing our dishwasher today 🎉
Really helpful video. Often all we need is a little help. I’ve just completed this exact repair. The plastic body was so full of gunk that one of the floats was stuck. Since this was a dishwasher out of a rental apartment, I do not know if it was giving the previous users trouble. I am guessing it had to have given trouble given the amount of crud I removed. I’ve been cleaning this LG dishwasher prior to installing it into another apartment and just happened to spot the dirt inside this component. It caused me some concern so I started to dig into it more. At first I did not know the name of the part or it’s function. A few minutes on Mr. Internet and I had the direction I needed. Thank you for having posted this video. In Toronto, a new “float assembly costs $60.00.
Very well explained and simple fix for error code FE on my LG dishwasher. I found that my float tray and floats were caked in gunk. Removed, cleaned, and reinstalled in under 30 minutes. Thanks for saving me headache, hassle, and expense.
Thank you! My LG LDF7920WW recirculation pump was cavitating and I got no error codes. Figured out it just wasn’t filling enough water. So the inlet valve would fill for 70 seconds, but at 50 seconds, with inlet valve open, the drain pump would activate for 30 seconds. After each fill event, I would open the door and add a gallon of hot water from a jug. The dishwasher ran great. Pulled it out and my float assembly was black. Used your video as a guide to disassemble and clean the float assembly, ran dishwasher cleaner then a full load of actual dishes. My dishwasher now runs like it did when new - thanks to you!
Great, clear, useful video. Unclogged the float container which was completely packed with jelly-like goop. I also disconnected and cleaned the hose leading to it form the pump, which also had a lot of goop, I disconnected and cleaned the other plastic tank as well. The dishes now come out clean without little bits of dried stuff stuck to them. It hasn't worked this well in years. I wish the FE error had happened sooner and i had found your video sooner, Now I'll just keep those tanks and hose clean on a regular basis, like once a year.
Worked like a charm, float assembly was filled with muck. Cleaned and draining/filling like new. Thanks!
That was exactly what the problem was with my LG dishwasher. I followed your video and it's working again. Not only did this save repair cost, but it saved the time with no dishwasher waiting for a repair appointment. The float assembly was full of gunk and the larger float was stuck. The intake hose was also clogged with that same gunk. It definitely needed to be cleaned. Thank you again!
Thank you so much. I fixed my dishwasher myself. I’m the midst of this coronavirus no one is going to come and fix it for me.
Thank you 🙏🏼
Thank you sir. For those on the fence whether to tackle it, go for it. It’s not as hard or complicated as it looks on the video. My float assembly thing was absolutely filthy, I had some problems removing the cover but you just pry it with a screwdriver. Even though it seems you are removing quite a few parts everything is easily reattached. I hate calling repair people so I’m grateful for this video. Thanks.
Worked for me too. Thanks for sharing. The floats on mine were horrible shape. I ran into a leak issue on the reinstall. This was due to the gasket for the grate that attaches from the inside was a tad dry. I simply cleaned it really well and added some Vaseline to the gasket and the threads and it sealed right up.
Saved me a couple hundred bucks. Mine was absolutely filthy. Thanks a bunch!
Couple of tips for people in the future, i used a round brush to clean out the hose (it was filthy as well). When you are putting the float assembly back onto the hose, use a tiny bit of vasoline on the outside of the plastic part to slide the assembly back on with ease! Also, make sure the float assembly is level when putting it all back together. Mine was a little crooked and the larger float wasn’t rising as well as it should.
GREAT info - The hardest part of the process was getting the piece on the inside of the dishwater unscrewed. I worried that everything is made of plastic and the DW is about 15 years old but all went well!! THANK YOU!!
Thank you so much. I too searched the internet until I found your video. Saved us $1000 for a new dish washer.
Can't thank you enough.You saved me at least $100 (if not more) for home warranty service call. The feeling of being able to do this myself is also satisfying.
This is an excellent video. There are a lot of more complicated videos that totally miss this problem. I have had problems with FE errors for quite a while, mostly overcome by using the power scrub cycle, but even that has been failing lately. Checking the float chambers, they were much worse than this, with thick gooey gunk in both and all over both floats. 10 minutes with some Dawn, hot water and an old toothbrush got them all back to clean and functional. I also brushed out the pipe. All cycles work, no FE errors.
Excellent video!! I followed directions exactly -- best of all he shows how to reassemble the dishwasher -- saved me at least $500.. THANK YOU!!!
This video was awesome. Solved the FE error. The float assembly had a substantial amount of gunk after its 5+ years of use, and it definitely needed cleaned and washed out with soapy water, paper towel and Qtips. Of note: The hose clamp removal and reassembly was a bit awkward given its location, and care needed to be taken with removal of the top cap to the assembly and with the internal stick in the smaller float chamber.
THANK YOU!! Easy fix and now the LG is back to quiet operation. Dishwasher is only 4 years old and I did not want to buy a new one. The big white water-course that attached to the inside of the dishwasher was also full of gunk, and while not as easy to clean I was finally able to clear 95% of the gunk from it.
Thank you so much! Mine looked like it was completely filled with Molded Coffee Grounds and only allowed a 1/4 of the flow through it. I can't believe it was working in between FE Codes. I thought it was the inlet water until I found this video. Very helpful.
Your generosity with your time has saved me a fair amount of money and trouble. Thank you, sir!
Thanks, this worked like a charm for my LG LDS5540ST dishwasher. Your instructions were very clear. It is just a little difficult getting the top off the plastic container that holds the floats; I found that gently prying the sides out and away from the top with a putty knife helped to let small protruding tabs on the top piece clear the retaining holes in the side. Again, thanks for sharing this great information!
Thanks Ben, this video has saved my butt twice over 4 years hahaha
Super helpful video and clear instructions. This Fixed my “fill error” problem. Thanks for sharing to help us out
Thank you sir. I fixed my dishwasher thanks to your RUclips video.
Thanks this was exactly the issue with my dishwasher. Thank You!!!!!
After trying a few other things, this fixed the problem. Looked like some kid’s science project inside that float assembly piece. So gross that it was kinda cool. Thanks for the video and keeping me from calling a repairman or, worse, buying a new dishwasher.
You fixed my dishwasher! I am so grateful that you made this video. I was about to pull it out of the kitchen and haul it to the dump. It has been such a headache. Thank you!! You're lucky you aren't here right now. I'd give you a kiss :D
I really appreciate this. My husband is deployed right now and sent me this video when I was telling him about the issue with our dishwasher. I’m not the most repair-savvy, but I followed this very slowly 😂 and it looks like my dishwasher is happy again!! Thank you so much for making my husband not feel so guilty for being away!
Thanks for this great video, Ben. It took me about 30 minutes to fix my dishwasher thanks to this video.
Thank you so much for this video. You saved me several hundred dollars because I was just about to get a new dishwasher completely.
Our dishwasher is in the corner, near some cabinets and I thought I'd have to pull it out to work on it. Luckily, the cabinet doesn't have a wall on the inside and I was able to reach the parts necessary with the washer still in place. Your video was immensely helpful. For one, I'm pretty sure we have the same washer (LDS5540ST). Two, I couldn't *quite* see some things like the clip that holds the float switch assembly to the other piece but using your vid as a guide I made it happen.
Worked like a charm.... Had the growling, pulsing wash cycle due to pump cavitation. Cleaned out float assembly and now it's as quiet as new. Thanks! A reminder to all to be very careful opening the float assembly! I broke the long actuator float arm :( Had to replace the entire float assembly but at least the problem is solved.
Sir, I wanna THANK YOU for this video. Followed your instructions and worked like charm. THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN..🙏🙏
This is a good how-to video, but I'd add that the vinyl seal ring for the fitting in the side of the tub (inside) is very thin, and the original in my machine wouldn't reseat on re-assembly and continued to leak even after I opened it up and tried to get it to seal. I recommend having a new replacement on hand. I also recommend doing a leak test before putting the dishwasher back in place.
Wow...what a blessing this video is, fixed the unit and no cost...Thank you so much
Thanks man. Still saving people $$$.
This video is superior to all others... as others have stated it’s a lot more simple than perceived in the video once you give it a try. Fixed my issue in 25 minutes
Brilliant! Thanks Ben for taking the time and effort to show us this fix. Worked like a charm.
We just tried to fix our dishwasher following these instructions. I hopes it works. Regardless, excellent video. Thank you!
Thanks brother, so very helpful! Happy new year.
Awesome and easy to follow video. Fixed my problem in 90 mins and saved me money. Thanks so much!
I went and bought one of these dishwashers just in the hopes that I could get this error and watch this video again
Thank you so much! You have been a lifesaver and saved us a ton of money! Our float assembly was disgusting! Easy how to take it off and clean! Thank you again!!
I wish that my gunk was as light as yours. Might were almost encased, it's a wonder it's been working this long. completely fixed the problem in 10 minutes. Thanks!
You are my new hero. Thank you, thank you, thank you for the easy to follow step by step normal instructions. Much appreciated!!!
Thanks, this worked for me. The only thing missing was that in order for me to pull out the dishwasher I had to disconnect the electrical wires in the front. There’s a panel held in place with one screw. I turned off the electrical breaker at the panel before working with electricity of course.
I am happy I found this. Thank you!
Thanks man, was going to buy a new pump, You da man!
Mine was very dirty as well. Unfortunately, after running for a few minutes I got the same error. Dang. I’m glad it’s helped so many other people.
Tyler Robertson try again. If there was a lot of gunk in the line you may need to repeat several times
Try repeating it. You may have more gunk in the system.
This worked 100%. Saved me a 300$ service call.
Great video, as I suspected my float switch was full of crap, almost like pudding skin. Followed your instructions although my model has side panels which required the dishwasher to be completely removed. I see there’s two repairman that don’t like your free fix😩
Yes December 26th 2017 and after folowing your video I was able to get clear sticky film off the floats and housing tank with dawn dish soap and water. I can not figure out what the clear sticky film is. Might be be chemical reaction from cascade and cooking and or baking sprays or olive oil. Thanks for posting I'm sure service fee just to send out a tech repair person would have been $ 75-$150. Not including parts or labor. Cause you know tech would have made something up or replaced the hole unit. Thanks again.
It solve the problem for us, thank you for that helpful video, wish I could buy you a beer!
Just fixed my dishwasher with the same error code. Thank you!!
Thanks for this video. I have no idea what a repair would have cost, but I am sure it wouldn't have been cheap. I agree with the comment below: "wish I could buy you a beer!"
Thanks again.
Thanks for the help, you probably saved me hundreds! 💴
Thanks so very much for this well-done video. We were able to take care of it ourselves!!
Thank you! Exactly my issue! Easy fix by watching your video!
You are a life saver ! This was really helful and saved my dishwasher !
Wow! Thank you so much for making this video!!! I have the exact same d/w and your video made it look easy - I did it myself and sure enough that fixed the FE code. I was thinking water inlet valve replacement. So- yes Thanks Again!!!
Brilliant. Thank you so much for sharing.
Thank you so much. You saved me a call the the repair man.
Alt Solution: Run your dishwasher on Power Scrub for 10 or so cycles for your next loads. No more FE Error on normal.
I had lots of FE errors and meant to pull my dishwasher out and fix it like the video shows but I found that it didn't error out when I used Power Scrub. After a while, I tried normal again and I haven't had an FE error in a long time.
I think what happens is by running Power Scrub you're filling that tank on the side full with water and washing any excess particles in the tank out. Just a guess though.
Thank for you a detailed and thorough video! This helped solved my FE error. The plastic reservoir on ours was much worse than yours--I'm surprised it didn't prompt an error code long ago.
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!!! Fixed it right up!!!
I'm at a buddy's over mine on a remote island with this problem. I'll give this fix a try let you know tomorrow.
Thank you so much! Dishwasher runs perfectly now!
You are the king!
Hello great instructional video. This fixed my issues 100%.
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Ben, This worked well!
Thankyou, just saved me hundreds of dollars and probably a couple of days dishwasher down time! I wonder if there is some way to prevent this buildup in the future?
Dude... it was like watching a VR repair process... with the exception that mine looked like it was full of oatmeal.
Great video, thanks!
Worked! Thank you!
Thank you so much for this video! It is working as I type : ) Take THAT FE Error Code!
Thanks for this video! It fixed my problem.
Thank you, it work for me!
Thanks so much! It worked for us as well!
Thanks for the great video. Do you have to disconnect the water supply hose, the discharge hose which goes to the garbage disposal so you have enough slack to pull the machine out?? We have the identical dishwasher and has worked perfectly for over 9 years.
That would be something for your specific installation. Mine did not need to come out.
@@benwilliams2260 Thanks Ben. There is another video with the same dishwasher and the person suggests removing the hoses. I will try to do it VERY carefully at fisrt and pay attention to the hoses and wiring.
Good stuff thanks man!
You are my hero!!! Thanks a lot!!
This kitchen looks 95% identical to my kitchen. Did I buy my house from you? 😆
Ours was filled with black crud & slime. Seems to have worked. The vinyl floor didn't fare too well as the feet caught the edge and wrecked it buckling it resulting me having to cut out pieces of the flooring.
Thank you for the video! My float was indeed dirty. I cleaned it up and assembled everything back. The dishwasher worked for about 20 min and the FE code showed up again :( any suggestion on what to look at next? Thank you 🙏
If you can pull it out and flip over, the pump is on the bottom. There is a flap that sometimes comes loose in the hose and gets sucked to the pump
It worked. Thanks, bro!!
Thank you so much!
Thanks Buddy.
Anyone who has an lg ld-1483t4 model dishwasher. I had the FE error come up. We dont have the float switches to monitor water in/out. We have a pressure switch that sits in the cavity under the door. You will need a phillips head in a small socket wrench to get it out. I pulled my switch apart and it was chock full of grime. Gently cleaned under warm water and put it back together. Bobs your mums brother.
Thank you!!!
Should have tested the floats with the switches installed to ensure they were activating. Performing this repair today & was hoping to find a solution to the front (big) float not activating with switch when filled. Will probably have to replace the part.
Before touching clamps on those hoses put something down to protect your wood floor.
you are the best!!!! Thank you so much
Thanks for the video. Mine was completely full of gunk.
Does anyone have any tips for getting the assembly reattached to the hose?
Im sure its way too late but for anyone watching in the future I used a tiny bit of Vaseline on the float holder to get it to slide in easy
This worked. Thanks!
Having a problem removing the cover of the float assembly unit.
It just prys off, small tabs into the body
@@benwilliams2260 thanks I finally brute forced it and it was good.
Has anyone else had this as a recurring issue? I've done this severaal times. I had some gink in there the first time, but inhave not had any since then. I get the FE error code again after 15-20 cycles.
There is a pump downstream, if the rubber pops out it can block the pathway. Just take it out, dont need it.