Why does my LG washing machine get stuck on spinning, rinsing, and washing?

foto36586-1 An LG washing machine freezing during operation is an unpleasant incident, and most often unexpected.

This does not always indicate a complex breakdown, and in some cases it is possible to deal with the problem even without a technician.

Why the LG washing machine freezes in the spin or rinse mode, we will tell you what to do to fix the problem below.

What to do first?

When the LG washing machine freezes you need to make sure that the cause is not a user error. For the simplest analysis, disassembling the apparatus and special knowledge is not required.

Tank overload

foto36586-2 Stuck in the wash cycle, or more often in the spin cycle, can occur when the drum is overloaded.

This situation may arise if the items sent to the drum are compact in size, but at the same time quite heavy.

During the washing process, the LG automatic machine itself cannot distribute them evenly in the drum, and the cycle freezes. If there is a suspicion of overload, it is necessary to remove some of the things, and then continue operating the washing machine.

Mode selection

The user has the opportunity to select a mode from a wide range, and, in addition, additionally make his own settings, canceling, for example, spin or drain.

If the washing was carried out on delicate items, wool, etc., then the output of the product may be noticeably wet. This gives the impression that there has been a freeze and stop in operation. The remaining water in the tank can be drained by selecting the “drain” mode separately.

Imbalance of things in the drum

If the operation of the LG washing machine has stalled, you need to make sure that all the laundry is not collected in one lump. Often this situation occurs when washing bed linen, when absolutely all the items end up inside the duvet cover or pillowcase. Stopping work and laying things out manually will help solve the problem.

The use of laundry bags can prevent this situation in the future. It is better to place, for example, a duvet cover in them.

Stuck during washing

If the simplest reasons for stopping work have been verified, then it is necessary to move on to a serious analysis of the performance of the nodes. In order to narrow the scope of work, it is necessary to determine at what stage of the wash the freeze occurred.

Doesn't take up water

If the washing machine cannot fill with water, the program stops and the wash does not even start. In this case, the freeze appears right at the beginning of a given work cycle. To determine the exact reason why LG stopped you need to check one by one all the systems that are involved in collecting water.

The heating element burned out

foto36586-3 A malfunction of the heating element in LG leads to a stop in operation.

In this case, the electronic unit sends a signal about the need to heat the water, but the heating element cannot carry out this work. As a result, the machine fills with water and the cycle stops.

You can make sure that the reason is in the heating element by carefully testing the temperature of the sunroof glass. If it's cold, then it's the heating element.. This hang-up can be solved by replacing the heating element. He will tell you how to replace the heating element this article.

Damage to the water level sensor

The pressure switch is another important component, if it fails, washing may not even start. This part is responsible for determining the water level. If the pressure switch breaks, it is replaced with a new one.

Motor brush wear

In LG commutator-type machines, the motor brushes are responsible for transmitting rotational motion to the drum. If there is significant wear, contact is lost and the drum cannot accelerate to the desired spin speed. Over time, the problem even extends to washing - the drum completely stops rotating. The issue is resolved by replacing the brushes with new ones.. How to do this, read Here.

Drum jamming

If a foreign object gets between the tank and the drum, the rotation may stop. If the drum is jammed, the LG washing machine freezes.

Jamming can be caused either by the ingress of small objects (coin, key, etc.) or by distortion of the drum due to failed bearings. Since the drum cannot turn, the laundry processing process stops.

Diagnostics is necessary to accurately determine the cause of the rotation stop. If it turns out that the problem is a foreign object, it will need to be removed. If there is a problem with the bearings, they are replaced along with the oil seal.. How to change bearings, read Here.

Drain violation

foto36586-4 During washing, the LG machine fills and drains water several times per cycle. If water cannot be removed, the program execution process stops.

If such a malfunction occurs during washing, soapy water remains in the drum. It is impossible to immediately conclude what is the reason for the lack of drainage in LG - Need diagnostics and checking of all components.

This can be either an easily removable blockage or serious damage, for example, to a pump or control unit.

Control module malfunction

If the LG control module breaks down, freezing can occur at almost any stage of processing items, including the washing stage. To analyze the performance of the circuit, it is necessary to partially disassemble the washing machine itself, disconnect the board, and test and repair it in a workshop.

The engine has become unusable

An LG engine can become unusable for various reasons - from voltage surges to water getting on it, long-term use and physical wear. If this particular part is to blame for the freezing, in the vast majority of cases it will be you have to replace it with a new one, not repair it. You can find out how to do this here.

Stuck on spin and rinse

During the rinsing and spinning phases, the LG washing machine operates under load and with a large volume of water. The reasons for freezing that occur at these stages are largely similar.

Shock absorber wear

When the dampers wear out, vibration increases. The drum cannot reach sufficient speed and the spin and rinse cannot be performed as specified by the user. Replacing the shock absorbers can solve the problem.. How to do this, read here.

The tachometer is broken

The speed control sensor determines the intensity of drum rotation. If it breaks, the process stops and the machine freezes. Replacing the part helps solve the problem.

The pressure switch is broken

Pressostat is an element that determines the water level in the tank of an LG washing machine.

If it breaks down, the control module cannot determine the level correctly; often the washing machine even tries to drain water, which in fact is not even in the tank.

As a result, the work gets stuck on rinsing or spinning. Replacing the pressure switch helps solve the problem..

Analysis of the problem with the pressure switch - in the video:

Doesn't drain water

If the LG machine cannot drain the water, the operation process stops at the rinse and spin stage.

The reason may be:

sewer blockage;
clogged pipes;
clogged drain filter;
pump breakdown, etc.

You can find out what to do if your LG washing machine does not drain water. here.

Control module malfunction

A failure in the LG control board results in incorrect cycle execution. Freezing can occur at any stage - both during spinning and during rinsing. Repairing the board will help solve the problem. In rare cases, module replacement will be necessary.

Motor malfunction

Motor failure can make itself felt at any stage of the cycle, including during spinning or rinsing. A malfunction makes the process of rotating the drum impossible. As a result, the work simply stops, and the washing machine freezes without finishing the wash.

Water supply valve problem

The water supply valve is responsible for drawing it in during the transition to rinsing. If the LG washing machine fails to draw water, it freezes. The cause may be a broken valve or a clogged valve.

To restore the functionality of the washing machine, the part is removed and diagnostics are carried out. If the problem is clogged, the valve is cleaned and returned to its place; if repair is impossible, it is replaced.

Calling a specialist: the price of the issue

foto36586-5 If it is not possible to cope with the breakdown of your LG washing machine and carry out diagnostics, you need to call a specialist.

To avoid falling for scammers, It’s better to contact companies that have been working in the market for a long time, and have a good reputation. Conditions for calling a specialist and contact information can be found on the company’s website.

The price for the work takes into account the complexity of the LG repair, and may vary between different companies.

According to MSK, the average payment is:

replacement of the pressure switch – from 2,100 rubles;
replacement of dampers - from 2,900 rubles;
repair of the control unit - from 2,600 rubles, etc.

Parts requiring replacement will be charged separately.

Conclusion

If your LG washing machine freezes, in some cases you can determine the cause of the failure yourself. But If you have difficulties with diagnosis, it is better to seek help from specialists.

In particularly difficult cases that require significant disassembly of the washing machine and the presence of special equipment, it will be almost impossible to do without the help of a specialist.