Where is the fuse in an LG washing machine?

Every LG automatic washing machine has a fuse built into its housing. Its function is to protect the expensive microcircuit from power surges. Where is this part located, and how do you get to it?

Looking for a fuse

Where is the element that protects the washing machine from power surges? Fuse on the washing machine LG is located directly on the control module. To access it, you will have to partially disassemble the washing machine housing, remove the dashboard and work with the board.

The challenge of accessing a fuse arises when a component fails. In this situation, the component must be removed and replaced with a new one. But how can you tell if the problem is a blown fuse?

If the fuse is damaged, the automatic washing machine will not show any signs of “life”.

So, when you try to turn on the washing machine, it won't respond to either the power cord being plugged into the outlet or the buttons on the control panel being pressed. It will appear as if there's a power outage in the apartment. However, in reality, there won't be any issues with either the power supply or the power cord.

Therefore, if the power in the house suddenly went out or came back on the previous day while the washing machine was running, or there were power surges (the lights flickered brightly and then dimmed), and then the washing machine stopped working, it's a good idea to check the fuse. We'll tell you how to access this element.

Removing the control board

As mentioned earlier, there's a fuse on the control board. Many users are daunted by the prospect of removing the washing machine's main module. However, in reality, you won't have to completely remove the unit. We'll explain how to access this component.

The sequence of actions is as follows:

• de-energize the washing machine by unplugging the power cord from the socket;
• turn off the shut-off valve supplying water to the washing machine;
• disconnect the device from the water supply and sewerage system;
• remove the top cover of the case by removing a couple of screws that secure it;
• remove the detergent dispenser from the machine;
• remove the bolts holding the instrument panel;
• carefully detach the control panel from the housing;
• Take a photo of how the wires are connected between the instrument panel and the control module;
• disconnect the wires from the control panel and set it aside;
• unscrew the screws securing the electronic unit;
• Remove the control module from the washing machine.

The fuse of an LG automatic machine looks like a glass bulb with metal tips.

You can replace the element without removing the control module from the washing machine. Finding the correct fuse is easy—at the store, just provide the model and serial number of your LG washing machine. After the repair, reassemble the washing machine in reverse order, using the photos as a reference.

   

2 reader comments

1. February 16, 2024 at 4:38 PM

   Andrey:

   Could you please tell me where or what the fuse looks like in an LG wd-10192n washing machine? I can't see the fuse in the control module. Could it be located somewhere else?

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2. October 13, 2024 at 10:49 AM

   Alexander:

   There is also a fuse in the surge protector (for example, LG-FL-02), which is located near the entrance of the power cord to the car.

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