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LG Dishwasher AE / E1: Leak protection has been activated
THE SHORT ANSWER
Leak protection has been activated
AE / E1 indicates leak protection has been activated. Check for visible leakage and inspect the door seal without removing panels.
Check for visible leakage and inspect the door seal without removing panels.
Keep away from wet electrical connections. Use the accessible water shutoff for active leakage and arrange professional assistance.
WHAT YOU MAY NOTICE
Symptoms to record
- The display shows AE / E1.
WORK THROUGH THE BASICS
Safe troubleshooting checks
Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.
Stop washing. Note the detergent used and any seal damage; have the source of the leak corrected before running another load.
What to noteUse the result to decide whether the issue is resolved or needs service.
THE DETAILS MATTER
Scope & troubleshooting notes
Interpret this code in context
Drying a wet base can clear a symptom while leaving the leak unresolved. Do not repeatedly reset the code to finish a cycle.
YOUR NEXT DECISION
When to stop and get help
Do not resume washing until the leakage source is corrected.
THE EVIDENCE
Sources & verification
Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.
- AE and E1 Error Code — Dishwasher
LG USA · Manufacturer support · Checked
Error-code troubleshooting; relevant display identified in the article — LG dishwashers with a leak-detection float switch.