LG · Washer Minor

CL — Child Lock Is On

CL is not a fault — it means Child Lock is enabled, which disables the control panel buttons to prevent changes mid-cycle.

Keep using it?
Yes — fix when convenient
DIY difficulty
Easy
Verified against
lg.com ↗

How to fix it

  1. Press and hold the two buttons labeled "Child Lock" (often Pre Wash + Rinse+Spin, or as marked) for about 3 seconds.
  2. Check your model manual for the exact button pair.
  3. CL clears and the panel responds again.

Why it happens

Typical signs: Buttons do nothing · CL shown on the display

  • Child Lock enabled Turned on intentionally or by accident.

More LG washer codes

AE AE — Leak / auto shut-off (base pan water detected) CE CE — Overcurrent Error dE dE / dE1 / dE2 Error — Door Will Not Lock dE1 dE1 — Door not fully closed dE2 dE2 — Door closed but won't lock dHE dHE — Drying heater error (combo / WashTower)

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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: lg.com.