20 Most Recent LG WM2487H Front Load Washer - Page 5 Questions & Answers

You have a leaking water valve that dispenses water into the bleach cup. You will need to replace the water valve to stop this problem.
Good luck

Hi from retired Englishman in SW France,
Bad odours could be coming from a few places.

1. the plumbing u-bend or
2. the fact that there is 'foul' water being left in the drum.
3. No washes at 90 degree+ !

I would suggest checking the plumbing u-bend for trouble first, then following the notes on checking and cleaning the drain filter and the drain pump to ensure there is nothing 'obnoxious' hanging around the two of them! Finally run the occasional 90+ wash to kill bacteria.
Here are my complete and generic guidance notes for checking both the drain motor filter and the drain motor ;-0)
If you are unsure where the filter is, it is often behind the front lower (kick) panel (or in some machines at the rear in an awkward position!). These panels are either held on by (plasic) screws or will just pull off. Most filters are held in by a round cover/knob. Sometimes the filter will not come out with the cover and you will have to persuade it to come out to play.

REMOVE POWER AND ENSURE YOU HAVE A WATER RECEPTACLE/RAGS TO SOAK UP THE WATER WHICH IS BOUND TO POUR OUT (alternatively use a wet vac as sensibly suggested by VinnyB1234!)
It's surprising what people have found in theirs! It is always worthwhile checking it on a regular basis.
Now- whilst the filter is removed it is normally possible to see the drain motor and ensure it is not jammed by a foreign object such as a needle or a toothpick. It should be able to be turned by hand/finger- the power IS OFF!
At this point it is also possible to test if the motor works. No clothes or water in the machine, select a spin cycle and put the power back on. You should be able to see the motor turning at some point, possibly straight away. Using something suitable like a glove see if it is easy to briefly slow the motor down. If it is easy then the motor is malfunctioning.
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Thanks and good luck,
John C

It is possible that the machine does not start off the cycle because there are errors or back feedback from the inputs. For the program to start up the main program controller must initiate the INLET valve to open up and allow water to flow into. If this does not happen then the voltage at the inlet valve must be checked or the fault relates to no voltage from the controller. This means the controller is a suspect.

If the water flows then the flow should be good, if not the inlet valve is bad or there is dirt in the filter. Also check the flow at the inlet of the water line. Once the water comes into the system the WATER LEVEL SENSOR - normally a pressure switch- must activate at the preset/chosen level to give the signal to the program controller to switch on the motor. What is most important for the motor to start functioning is that the door switch must be ON when the door is shut or this will be an error for starting the motor for rinse and wash.

Finally after the wash the drain valve will be activated, the water is allowed to come in to rinse and then finally the dry spin with the drain valve/pump activated so as to drain off all the water from the clothes during the spin.

Make sure that a fault in any of the cycle will relate to the specified action, so check the command from the program module and then the executing device be it the valve or motor or pump.

Hi

CL means child lock and to unlock the control press and hold the PRE WASH button for 10 seconds. Hope this helps...please post back for further assistance.

Daniel

This is definitely a water valve problem being the valve stuck open if water continues to flow in even when the machine is turned off or unplugged. Replace the water valve assembly and it should solve the problem. Regarding the door being blown open, you may need to replace the door lock/switch assembly if the door doesn't lock or door problem is experienced.

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You have a control board problem and needs to be replaced.

Check the outlet first. If the outlet is ok, then you have a control board issue. Replace the control board. Good luck.

Check your drain filter at the bottom left corner for debris. If it is clean and still doesn't drain, you may have a drain pump issue and will require a technician to service it.

It sounds like a motor sensor problem but can't be sure since you didn't mention if there were any error codes. You will need to have a technician check it out.

Check the ball bearings of the drum.

sonsunny

Hi from retired Englishman in SW France,
'le' stands for Lock Error. There is likely to be a problem with either the door solenoid/lock or the 'door closed' sensor. Both require a service engineer's attention I suggest ;-0(
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Thanks and good luck!
John C

Are you sure that you are using the right detergant for the front load machine.

remove the cat

Could be a lot of problems,like:low presure water,very cold water,or chlotes are unbalanced.

I think it means the door is locked and can't be opened until cycle complete

Thanks for choosing FixYa and welcome. If your washer doesn't drain or spin, you may read and learn what parts may cause this. First, you will want to check your water pump. You need to make sure it is working. Make sure you check the belt on the pump. Make sure it is not broken or loose. Also, make sure your pulley is not stuck in place. Sometimes, they will stick or barely turn at all. If this is the case, you will need to replace it. If the pump, pulley, and belt are working, make sure your motor is working. You should be able to hear it if it is. If it isn't, check your lid switch. The lid switch can cause the motor to not work. It may need adjusted. If not, go ahead and change it. A bad lid switch may cause the washer to not work at all. Now, if your pump is pumping and the washer still won't spin, you will want to check your belt and clutch. Once again, the belt may be broke or loose. Check to make sure your clutch is not worn also. This may be a case of a bad lid switch again as well. You could have a bad drive motor. This is what controls spinning, draining, and agitation. You could have a broken motor coupler. Over time, they will go bad and need replaced. It is possible that your transmission is slipping or damaged. And lastly, you could have a bad basket drive or spin bearing. This is what allows the inner tub to move. If this is the case, you will probably hear loud sounds or loud banging.

UE indicates an unbalanced load

Hi,

This is a common problem with front load washers, there are a few things you can do.

1. Use a washer cleaning product such as Afresh. It is available in most large supermarkets and all appliance stores where I am.

2. Make sure you are using the proper amount of additives, some detergents or fabric softeners have processed animal products in them that can cause bacterial growth in the residue left if too much is used.

3. If you do not already, start doing a hot wash occasionally, this will help rinse out any build up of additive residue.

4. Leave the door open to allow the interior of the washer to dry completely.

Let me know if this helps or if you have any more questions.