Getting an error code OE in LG inverter direct drive dishwasher and water not draining

Hi Ian,
This means the water is not draining out of the dishwasher - probably the filter is clogged. Your dishwasher has a filter fitted in the drain that prevents scraps of food from entering the pipes. Please try to clean the filter, hope this is helpful.

If the problem persists please see more possible reasons here:
https://www.repairaid.co.uk/dishwasher-repairs/not-draining/

Thanks
Dan

OE indicates a drain error. Your model number doesn't fit the usual pattern for LG dishwashers; LDT5665WW and LDS4821WW are a couple of recent model numbers.

To start diagnosing and fixing the OE error, first check the discharge hose. Make sure that it isn't clogged, kinked or improperly positioned. Make sure that the pipe or food disposer that the drain hose connects to isn't clogged. (Check into the rest of the drain pipe if needed.)

Next check that the float switch inside the dishwasher isn't blocked. This indicates the water level and if a foreign object is holding it open, the dishwasher will continue to try to drain the water.

Finally check for any blockage in the drain pump. Also check the pump for obvious damage. If the pump is damaged, replace it.

After you've checked and fixed (as needed) the above issues, try the dishwasher again. If the OE code recurs, then you need to replace the drain motor pump assembly.

If your dishwasher is under warranty, contact LG. Otherwise, please check and post your machine's model number. I can check to see if the parts are available.

I hope this helps.

Cindy Wells

The 0E fault code means it cannot drain away the water used during its last cycle, please check to see if there is a bend in the outlet hose or of the drain to pump is clogged with food or grungy grease from cooking oils washed off the items, I hope this helps.....

Most Frequent Causes for OE - DRAIN ERROR // Water not draining correctly. The manufacturer has assigned this error or fault code to indicate a problem with the water drain pump. Check the drain hose for kinks or clogs. Check the drain pump for any obstructions inside the pump housing.
Also, check the sink drain.

Hi,
"OE" indicates outlet error in your dishwasher. Check that you can hear water pumping first if not check your drain lines for obstruction.
Thank you !!

The LG error code OE simply means "the pump is blocked". Presumably the water isn't being emptied properly. As with all error codes it is possible that there is a cause other than the exact description in the error code explanation but basically this error means as far as the washing machine is concerned it thinks the water isn't pumping out. A pump, or filter blockage is the most common cause but it could be caused by other faults such as a faulty pump, or even a blockage in the drain hose or somewhere else in the system etc.


LG themselves have some information on this error code..

http://lgknowledgebase.com/kb/index.php?View=entry&EntryID=6273

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Hi there,
The most common cause of an OE error code on a modern LG dishwasher is:
1. Blocked drain hose
2. Obstruction in the sump area (beneath the filter, which needs to be removed to check for onstruction)
3. Failing drain motor. 

else you need to REPLACE THE PCB POWER CONTROL BOARD

Good Luck!!!

Hi,
The most common cause of an OE error code on a modern LG dishwasher is:
1. Blocked drain hose
2. Obstruction in the sump area (beneath the filter, which needs to be removed to check for onstruction)
3. Failing drain motor. 
else you need to REPLACE THE PCB POWER CONTROL BOARD
Good Luck!!!

The most common cause of an OE error code on a modern LG dishwasher is:
1st) Blocked drain hose 2nd) Obstruction in the sump area (beneath the filter, which needs to be removed to check for onstruction) 3rd)Failing drain motor.
Gool Luck!

hi
The most common cause of an OE error code on a modern LG dishwasher is:
1. Blocked drain hose
2. Obstruction in the sump area (beneath the filter, which needs to be removed to check for onstruction)
3. Failing drain motor. 
else you need to REPLACE THE PCB POWER CONTROL BOARD