Written by
Maya Chen Editorial TeamPublished September 5, 2026Updated October 20, 2026
Error codedHE
ApplianceWasher
Quick answer
dHE is a dry function error on LG front-load washers and washer-dryer combos. On a combo the drying fan motor is not working properly.
Model compatibility: LG reuses codes across series and model years, so dHE 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
Dry function error; on washer-dryer combos the drying fan motor is not working properly.
On LG front-load washers and washer-dryer combos, dHE is a dry function error. On a combo, it means the drying fan motor is not working properly.
Reset and test
The manual calls dHE a temporary dry function error. Power down and unplug the washer, let it rest for 10 seconds, restore power, switch it on and restart the wash cycle. The washer-dryer combo guide suggests waiting about 5 minutes after unplugging, then running a dry cycle by itself to see whether the code reappears.
If dHE comes back
Close the water tap and unplug the washer; the unit will need a repair service. Wash and spin cycles may still start, but a cycle may not finish properly when the trouble is in the drying system, so the manual recommends not using the washer until it has been inspected.
Safety
The drying fan motor and nearby components may carry high voltage or stay hot after use. Do not take them apart or modify them yourself.
Do not confuse it with door codes
The dE, dE1 and dE2 codes are door errors. dHE belongs to the drying system. See dE2 for a closed door that is not locked, or dL for a door latch problem.
LG washer repair in Los Angeles
For a washer-dryer combo that keeps showing dHE, call (310) 742-8008. The LG washer repair page explains how service works for Los Angeles homes. Have the model number ready and say whether the dry cycle was run alone after the restart.
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.
Seeing this code on your LG appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.