LG WT7150CW water leaks from the washer
Cause 1 of 5The hoses are not connected correctly. Source: Troubleshooting: Operation, p. 40
First checkCheck the hoses and connectors for leaks, cracks and splits, and tighten the connections.
Causes and checks
The hoses are not connected correctly. Source: Troubleshooting: Operation, p. 40
- Check the hoses and connectors for leaks, cracks and splits, and tighten the connections.
The house drain pipe is clogged. Source: Troubleshooting: Operation, p. 40
- Watch the drain pipe while the washer drains. If water backs up out of it, check the drain hose installation and the drain for restrictions.
Licensed plumber Have a plumber repair the drain pipe.The drain hose has come out of the drain connector or is not inserted far enough. Source: Troubleshooting: Operation, p. 40
- Tie the drain hose to the inlet hose or standpipe so it cannot come out while draining.
- Insert the hose as far as its flange in a smaller drain pipe, or 1 to 2 inches past the flange in a larger one.
A large item such as a pillow or blanket is above the top of the tub. Source: Troubleshooting: Operation, p. 40
- Use the Bedding cycle for large or bulky items, and never wash more than half a load of items that float, such as pillows.
- Stop the washer and check that the load does not crest above the top edge of the tub.
Oversudsing from too much detergent or detergent that is not HE. Source: Troubleshooting: Operation, p. 40
- Use only HE detergent, at 1/4 to 1/2 of the maximum amount the detergent maker recommends, and less for a small or lightly soiled load or very soft water.
All 5 causes checked. Contact LG Customer Information Center: 1-800-243-0000.
Service
If the checks above do not clear it, contact LG Customer Information Center: 1-800-243-0000, lg.com/us/support. United States (Canada: 1-888-542-2623). Source: Limited Warranty: To Obtain Warranty Service, pp. 45, 49
Other WT7150CW problems
- Water does not drain or drains slowly2 causes in the manual. First: the drain hose is kinked, pinched or clogged.
- Washer is not filling properly6 causes in the manual. First: the inlet filters on the fill valves are clogged.
- Washer will not turn on or will not operate6 causes in the manual. First: the control panel powered off after a period of inactivity.
- Bleach does not dispense, or dispenses too early4 causes in the manual. First: the bleach dispenser cover is not installed correctly (on some models).
- Washer is noisy or vibrates7 causes in the manual. First: keys, coins or safety pins are in the tub or the pump (rattling or clanking).
- Musty or mildew smell in the washer2 causes in the manual. First: too much detergent, or detergent that is not HE.
Sources
- Owner's Manual, Washing Machine WT7150C* / WT7000C* / WT7010C*. LG Electronics Inc. Document MFL68267084, revision Rev.04, 2026-10-02, 52 pages, en-US. gscs-b2c.lge.com. Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 12 November 2026.
- Owner's Manual, Washing Machine WT7880H*A / WT7900H*A. LG Electronics Inc. Document MFL68267072, revision Rev.05, 2025-10-10, 60 pages, en-US. gscs-b2c.lge.com. Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 12 November 2026.
Page numbers are the numbers printed in the manual. Where this page and the manual differ, follow the manual.