What CL (Dryer Child Lock) Means
CL is not an error on an LG dryer - it's the Child Lock feature, enabled to prevent children from starting or changing a cycle, per LG's dryer Help Library article, which notes the feature can only be enabled while a dry cycle is in progress and stays on even after the dryer is powered off until manually disabled.
Common Causes of CL (Dryer Child Lock)
- Child Lock was intentionally enabled during a cycle
- The lock button combination was pressed accidentally
🔧 One Safe Check You Can Try
With a dry cycle running, locate the Child Lock button (it may be labeled Control Lock or just show a lock icon) and press and hold it for 3-5 seconds to toggle the feature off; make sure the dryer is powered on before trying to disable it.
⚠ Why You Shouldn't Go Further Than That
- There's no fault to fix - a service call over a CL display would be paying for a button press you can do yourself once you locate the right control.
Opening a panel to inspect or repair something yourself doesn't automatically cancel your manufacturer's warranty — but it can risk accidental damage, and some manufacturers do have specific service conditions. Check your product's warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.