Written by
Marcus Lindqvist Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
VERIFIED
Error codeLE1
ApplianceDryer
LE1 at a glance
Shown as: LE1 (LG prints it as LE 1 in its WashTower guide)
Reading: the drum is not rotating
Source of the fault: the drum motor
Where it appears: the dryer section of an LG WashTower
Lighten the load first
LG’s single owner instruction is simple. When the drum is packed, pull a few items out and start the dryer once more. If LE1 shows up again after that, the guide says to request service.
Other WashTower dryer messages
LE2 / AE concerns the compressor in the same dryer.
LE3 flags the motor that moves air through the drum.
If the drum stays put even with fewer items inside, San Francisco and Bay Area households can call (415) 223-7887 to arrange LG dryer repair. Please have the WashTower model number, the LE1 reading and a note that you lightened the load ready when you phone.
Model compatibility: LG reuses codes across series and model years, so LE1 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
LE1 reports that the drum of a WashTower dryer is not rotating because of its drum motor.
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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