Model LG 2131SH is giving an IE code. Have replaced the Inlet Valve and still receiving the IE Error

LG DISHWASHER ERROR CODES AND DESCRIPTION MODELS LD 1420W2 D1420WF LD...

ERROR CODES; FAULTS & REMEDY ERROR DISPLAY [IE]
Inlet error.
Condition: Not reached to the normal water level in spite of 10 min. water supply.
Possible causes:

1. The Water Tap is not opened.
2. The Inlet Hose is twisted.
3. The Filter of inlet valve clogged by impure water.
4. The Inlet Water Valve is normal ?
5. The water pressure is very low. ( below 0.5 kgf/ )
6. Inlet valve is blocked by safety device for leakage sensing.(In case of Inlet Valve).

Remedy

• Open the Water Tap.
• Repair the Inlet Hose.

1.Close the Water Tap.
2.Unscrew the Inlet Hose (Inlet Valve side)
3.Clean the Filter of Inlet Valve.
> Replace or repair the Inlet Valve.
> Check the water remain on the base.
1.Check the point of damages and repair or replace the related parts.
2.Disconnect the inlet hose to dishwasher to unlock the safety valve.
ERROR DISPLAY [OE]
Drain error.
Condition: Not fully drained out in spite of 5 min. drain operation.
Possible causes:

1. The Filter clogged.
2. The Drain Hose twistec or blocked.
3. The Drain Pump/Motor or circuit is troubled.

Remedy

• Clean the Filter.
• Remove the cause of twist or block.
• Replace the Drain Pump/Motor or repair the Circuit.

ERROR DISPLAY [E I ]
Leakage error.
Condition: The water level in Tub goes down during operation.
Possible causes:

1. Water leakage in Hose connections.
2. Water is leaked by damages.
3. Impeller of the washing Pump is worn away.
4. The Thermal Protector of the washing motor is functioned

Remedy

• Replace the connections of Hose.
• Check the point of damages and repair or replace the related parts.
• Replace the washing pump.
• Check the applied voltage.

ERROR DISPLAY [ F E ]
Excess error.
Condition: Excessive water is supplied than normal water level.(Automatically drain Pump operated.).
Possible causes:

1. The Inlet Valve is troubled.
2. The Air Break is troubled.
3. The Sensor Assembly is troubled.
4. The Controller is troubled.

Remedy

• Replace the Inlet Valve.
• Replace the air breaker.
• Replace the sensor assembly.
• Repair or replace the controller.

When this happened to my 12 year old dishwasher, I take out the filter at the base of washer, and using a cup, drain excess water. Add the cheapest VINEGAR to the base, screw the filter back in. Wait a few hours for the vinegar to do its magic, hey presto! the machine works again. I'm ready to buy another, newer model, but this trick works everytime! Sometimes, I don't even empty all that fluid out, but just add that Vinegar. Hope this solves your problem too. Havagreatday!

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Hi june1245,

I.E means Inlet Error, this shows because your dishwasher is not getting enough water through in a specific time frame (varies on model) - Make sure of the following first:

- Is the Inlet hose kinked in any way? (This could lead to low water pressure to the solenoid) Un-kink it.
- Is the Inlet hose filter (Found when unscrewing the hose form the inlet on the machine) dirty? Clean it.
- Is the tap completely open? (Low pressure)
- Has your home gone under any plumbing alterations? (This could have also caused low water pressure - Too little water)

If all of these come back OK, and it still gives the same problem, I'd suggest replacing the inlet valve (Found on the opposite side of the inlet pipe - inside your Dishwasher), could also be a pressure switch (Found at the bottom of your Dishwasher - accessible from the bottom).

This should solve any problems.

Kind Regards :-)
Jedemeyer1

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Hi

Error code IE on LG dishwasher means Inlet error. This error comes up when the Water Supply Tap is closed or Water Supply is shut off. If water supply is turned on then make sure that the Inlet Hose is not kinked and water Pressure is not low (should be above 10 psi). Next thing to check for is Water Inlet Valve, measure the electric resistance of Inlet Valve. (950-1300 ohms) Make sure the filter of Inlet Valve is not clogged.

Hope this helps... Please post back for further assistance.

Daniel

IE. is inlet water valve error.

Make sure someone did not turn off the water to the washer!!!!

Remove fill hoses and check filter screens on washer and fill hoses and clean if needed.
If problem continues water valve may need to be replaced.

Error code IE means an water inlet error. Correct water level is not reached within 8 minutes after water is supplied or it does not reach the preset water level within 25 minutes.
Make sure water supply tap is open and not frozen. Check and clean water inlet valve from debris. If the issue persists, replace water inlet valve.

The Water Supply Tap is closed. The Water Supply is shut off. The Inlet Hose is kinked. The Water Pressure is very low. (below 10 psi) Inlet Valve is OK? The filter of Inlet Valve is clogged by impure water. The Hall sensor is OK? The Impeller of Air Guide is bound
Measure the electric resistance of Inlet Valve. (950-1300 ) Clean the filter of Inlet Valve. Check the frequency of Inlet Water by the Test Mode. Replace the Air Braker.

1-Check if the water Inlet Hose is kinked.
2-The Water Pressure is very low.
(below 10 psi)?
3-Inlet Valve is OK?
The filter of Inlet Valve is clogged
by water filter?.
The Impeller of Air Guide is bound

With an LG 5811 diswasher, when the IE error code is not caused by kinked hot water hose or blocked screen, the next step is to measure the electric resistance of the Inlet Valve. (950-1300 ohms)