Written by
Marcus Lindqvist Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error codeHS
ApplianceDryer
Why the cycle seems endless
HS tells you the humidity sensor has a fault. The dryer answers by running for roughly 2.5 hours, which can make it look like drying is not happening at all.
Cleaning the sensors
Wipe the sensors inside the dryer, under the lint filter, with a damp rag or paper towel.
E13 belongs to the drain hose of hybrid condensing models.
nd belongs to a dryer that cannot drain, due to a clogged hose or debris filter or a kinked vent hose.
Where to find dryer repair
For sensors that stay flagged after a good cleaning, San Francisco and Bay Area owners can phone (415) 223-7887 about LG dryer repair. Mention HS and the model number, and say the sensors were wiped and dried.
Model compatibility: LG reuses codes across series and model years, so HS may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
HS means the LG dryer detected an error with its humidity sensor, and it then runs for about 2.5 hours.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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