Appliance Fault Codes

What that error code means — and what you can safely check

LG dishwasher AE error code

AE means leak / waterproof system. Water was detected in the base pan, so the machine has shut down for safety..

Often fixable at home · Fault type: Electrical/hardware

Safe checks, in order of likelihood

  1. Pull the machine out and check underneath for water.
  2. Check door seal and hose connections for leaks.
  3. Do not restart until the leak is found and fixed.

Call a professional when…

Fix the leak source; the system then stops triggering. If the code returns after these checks, book a qualified engineer.

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