What CL (Dishwasher Control Lock) Means
CL is not an error on an LG dishwasher - it's the Control Lock indicator, LG's Help Library article explains, which locks the control panel to prevent accidents and damage from unintentional operation.
Common Causes of CL (Dishwasher Control Lock)
- Control Lock was intentionally enabled
- The lock button combination was pressed accidentally
🔧 One Safe Check You Can Try
Long-press the Control Lock button(s) for 3 seconds to activate or deactivate the feature; on many LG dishwasher models, that means pressing and holding the Half Load and Energy Saver buttons together for at least three seconds - check your model's quick guide if that combination doesn't match your panel.
⚠ Why You Shouldn't Go Further Than That
- There's no fault to diagnose - a service call over a CL display alone would be unnecessary.
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.