What dE1 (SideKick Pedestal Drawer Not Closed) Means
On LG's SideKick pedestal washer - the small second washer built into the pedestal beneath a main washer and dryer set - dE1 means the accessory drawer isn't closed properly, per LG's dedicated pedestal-washer Help Library article. This is a separate, smaller appliance from the main washer above it, so its dE1 code is unrelated to the main washer's door-related dE/dE1 codes even though they share similar numbering.
Common Causes of dE1 (SideKick Pedestal Drawer Not Closed)
- SideKick drawer not fully closed before starting a cycle
🔧 One Safe Check You Can Try
Open and firmly reclose the SideKick drawer to clear the code.
⚠ Why You Shouldn't Go Further Than That
- There's no repair step beyond properly closing the drawer - a service call for this 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.