Written by
Marcus Lindqvist Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error codeHE
ApplianceWasher
A front-load LG washer displays HE to report a heater problem, and the manual describes that problem as temporary. Since it is temporary, a power reset goes ahead of any other step.
Reset sequence
Halt the cycle and unplug the washer so it loses power.
Plug it in and turn the washer on.
Run the wash cycle again and see whether HE reappears.
Further checks after a repeat should be left to service.
When HE shows up again after the reset, phone (415) 223-7887 to ask our San Francisco team about LG washer repair for the Bay Area. Tell us the code, the model number and that you already cycled the power.
Model compatibility: LG reuses codes across series and model years, so HE 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
HE is a temporary heater error on LG front-load washers, and the first step is a power reset.
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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