LG Washer - CL Error Code

Child Lock is turned on.

Meaning

Child Lock is turned on.

CL is not an error code. It indicates that Child Lock is activated, preventing button inputs. The washer will run normally, but settings cannot be changed until Child Lock is turned off.

Symptoms

  • Buttons do not respond
  • CL stays on display
  • ThinQ may show 'Child Lock active'

Causes

  • Child Lock enabled intentionally
  • Accidental button combination press
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Step-by-Step Fixes

  • Hold the Child Lock button combination for 3 seconds.
  • Refer to the model’s control panel for the correct key combo.
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Safety Notes

  • Child Lock does not prevent the door from opening on top‑load models.
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Applicable Models

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  • map[front-load direct-drive:[WM3050CW WM3070HWA WM3170CW WM3370HWA WM3470HVA WM3500CW WM3570HVA WM3600HWA WM3700HWA WM3800HBA WM3900HWA WM4000HWA WM4200HWA] top-load direct-drive:[WT7100CW WT7200CW WT7300CW WT7400CV WT7500CW WT7800CW]]
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Model-Specific Notes

- CL is often confused with an error code. - Some models use a lock icon instead of β€œCL.”

Disclaimer

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