E13

Drain Hose Error

Description

On condensing dryers, the drain hose is kinked, crushed or clogged, or water in the sump has frozen.

Appliance Error Codes Details

Error Code
E13
Error Name
Drain Hose Error
Appliance Type
dryer
Brand
LG
Severity
medium

Additional Troubleshooting

1. Straighten the drain hose and remove any kinks or crushing
2. Clear clogs and make sure the hose is not frozen
3. Check that the drain height matches the installation instructions
4. If the code remains, contact a service center

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