Appliance Code Check

LG · Dryer

E1

Power reset only

error code

LG E1 means a steam-function dryer detected an issue with its internal steam-generating component.

Market, product family, and model applicability

US · en-US · LG dryers covered by the US Help Library index covered by the cited official US support page

product family applicable: The official source applies at the product-family level. Exact controls can still vary by model.

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What you can do now

Unplug the dryer for one minute, reconnect it, and try again.

  1. Unplug the dryer for one minute, then reconnect it and try again.

Stop and get service when

Request LG service if E1 persists after the reset.

  • Request LG service if E1 persists.

Do not do

Do not remove panels or service the internal steam system.

Use only the documented power reset; do not access the steam-generating component.

If the message returns

If E1 persists after the reset, request LG service.

Source and scope

Official manufacturer source
Market and locale
US · en-US
Product family
dryers covered by the US Help Library index
Official source last checked
July 22, 2026
Review status
Automated evidence review completed · Owner-delegated approval

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