LG IE
LG dishwasher IE means not enough water entered the tub. Check the supply valve under the sink first, then the inlet valve screen where the line connects.
Error Code Library
Dishwasher Fill Error Codes
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A fill code means the dishwasher did not get enough water in the time it allows. A closed valve, a kinked supply line or a stuck float is usually the cause.
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What a Dishwasher Fill Code Means
A dishwasher fill error code means not enough water entered the tub in time, usually because of a closed valve, a kinked supply line or a stuck float.
The dishwasher opens its water inlet valve and waits for the level to rise. If it does not, it stops with a code such as LG IE, Samsung 4C or 4E, Frigidaire and Electrolux i10, or a 6-1 light pattern on some KitchenAid models.
After a remodel or a plumbing repair, the supply valve under the sink is often left partly closed. A float switch stuck in the raised position can also stop the fill even when water pressure is fine.
A tub that fills but will not empty is better explained by LG OE and Samsung 5C dishwasher drain codes. An inlet valve that has failed is a job for dishwasher water inlet valve repair.
Dishwasher Fill Error Codes by Brand
LG IE, Samsung 4C, Frigidaire i10 and the KitchenAid 6-1 light pattern all flag the same fill fault in different ways.
| Brand | Code | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| LG | IE | Not enough water came in | Check it yourself first |
| Samsung | 4C / 4E | Water supply error | Check it yourself first |
| Frigidaire / Electrolux | i10 / 10 | Water fill fault | Check it yourself first |
| KitchenAid / Whirlpool | 6-1 light pattern | Water inlet fault on models that blink codes | Check it yourself first |
Codes are listed for identification. Meanings vary by model, so confirm the code in your owner’s manual.
Dishwasher Fill Error Codes by Brand, Explained
A dishwasher uses only a few quarts of water per fill, so even a small restriction can trip a fill code. Each brand flags it under a different name.
Samsung 4C and 4E
Samsung 4C, or 4E on older models, is a water supply fault. A kinked line behind the dishwasher is common after a countertop or cabinet project.
Frigidaire i10
Frigidaire and Electrolux show i10, or flash 10, when the water level is not reached in time. A float stuck in the raised position can cause it even with good pressure.
KitchenAid and Whirlpool 6-1
KitchenAid and Whirlpool dishwashers without a full display blink the clean light six times, pause, then once, for a water inlet fault on many models.
Safe Fill Checks for a Dishwasher
Check the valve under the sink and the float in the tub before booking, since those two cause most fill codes.
- Open the valve under the sink fully by turning it counterclockwise.
- Look for a kinked supply line where the dishwasher slides into its opening.
- Lift the float in the front corner of the tub and make sure it moves freely.
- Run the hot tap at the sink first so the dishwasher starts with hot water.
When to Stop and Call About a Dishwasher Fill Code
Call for service when the valve is open and the code returns, or when:
- You hear the valve hum but no water enters the tub.
- Water keeps entering after the dishwasher is switched off.
- The supply line drips at its connection.
Error Code FAQs
Dishwasher Fill Error Codes Questions
Fill code questions mostly point to the supply valve under the sink, the line behind the dishwasher and the float.
What does IE mean on an LG dishwasher?
IE means not enough water came in. Make sure the supply valve under the sink is fully open and the line is not kinked.
What does 4C mean on a Samsung dishwasher?
4C is a water supply error. Check the valve, the supply line and the filter screen where the line connects.
Why does my dishwasher not fill after a kitchen remodel?
The supply valve may have been left partly closed, or the line may be pinched behind the cabinet. Check both before booking.
What does i10 mean on a Frigidaire dishwasher?
i10 means the dishwasher did not fill in time. Check the supply valve, the line and the float in the tub.
Why does my dishwasher hum but not fill?
A humming sound with no water usually points to a closed valve, a kinked line or a failed inlet valve.
Dishwasher Still Not Filling
Mention whether the kitchen was recently remodeled and which code shows.
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