What does the TCL error on an LG washing machine mean and how can I fix it?

A TCL washing machine message may appear on the display immediately after pressing the power button.

The washing does not start, and what to do is not always clear.

We will tell you in this article what to do correctly if a TCL error appears on an LG washing machine.

Decoding the code that the washing machine produces when turned on

Unlike most codes that an LG washing machine displays when it malfunctions, TCL is not a sign of a breakdown.

The TCL code is displayed on the display in LG washing machines marked FN. This notification reminds you to clean the drum..

What to do?

The self-cleaning mode of the LG drum allows you to thoroughly rinse the tank, pipes and drum, washing away small debris, scale and detergent residues from them.

Unlike regular washing, Self-cleaning mode provides:

• more intense drum rotation;
• using more water;
• use of hot water 60? C.

The goal is high-quality washing. At the same time, no detergents are added. The exception is situations where tap water has high hardness levels. In this case, you can pour descaling agent into the powder tray. It is advisable to start cleaning, but you can refuse it.

How to start self-cleaning of the drum, and how it can be supplemented, is described in the video:

Start cleaning

In LG washing machines, the model code of which begins with the letters FN, the TCL message is generated automatically after 30 washes. In other modern models, you need to monitor the frequency of cleaning yourself.

Start self-cleaning can be done in some models by pressing a different combination of buttons. Accurate information about this can be obtained from the instructions for a specific washing machine.

At this time, TCL appears on the LG display and the machine is ready for cleaning. With TCL on the display, the washing machine no longer responds to pressing control keys. The TCL message is not a strict requirement to clean the drum. The user can accept the offer and start the process or refuse, deferring processing to another time. To start cleaning, you only need to press the “Start” button.

You can watch the video to see how to start cleaning:

Refusal to clear

The LG washing machine's invitation to clean may be rejected by the user. To do this, turn off the device with the power button and wait at least 5 minutes. The machine will consider this action a refusal to clean and will allow you to start any washing program.

In some cases, just turning off the button on the LG case is not enough, and after turning it on again, the washer will still offer TCL.

To perform a reset, you must perform the following steps:

1. Turn off the machine using the ON/OFF button.
2. Remove the plug from the socket.
3. Leave for 20 minutes.
4. Insert the plug into the socket.
5. Turn on the washer with the button.

Recommendations

When a message appears on the TCL display The following recommendations may help:

1. If, if you refuse to periodically clean the drum, the TCL does not disappear, even despite rebooting the device, you must contact a repair company for help to resolve the malfunction.
2. Do not allow things to remain inside the device when you start cleaning the drum and tank.
3. It is not advisable to interrupt the cleaning process that has already started.
4. You should not delay the moment of starting self-cleaning of the washing machine indefinitely, as this threatens poor performance and equipment breakdowns in the future.

You will find a lot of important and useful information about error codes for LG washing machines in this section.

Conclusion

If your LG washing machine issues a TCL code, it is a reasonable suggestion to start the self-cleaning process. Depending on the situation, you can refuse this, but later, at a convenient time, be sure to start it. It should be remembered that cleaning is one of the preventive measures that should not be neglected.