CL

Child Lock Active

Description

The child lock is active and the control panel buttons are disabled.

Appliance Error Codes Details

Error Code
CL
Error Name
Child Lock Active
Appliance Type
washing_machine
Brand
LG
Severity
low

Additional Troubleshooting

1. Press and hold the Child Lock button (often marked with a lock) for about 3 seconds
2. Refer to the control panel for the two buttons used to toggle the lock
3. Confirm the lock icon disappears from the display

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