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Steam-cycle water-supply error
Model compatibility: LG reuses codes across series and model years, so E05 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Steam-cycle water-supply error
These are simple, non-hazardous checks only. If anything is unclear, stop and request repair service.
Important safety warning. Do not open internal panels, access high-voltage wiring, or bypass any safety device. If you see smoke, sparks, a burning smell, or water near electrical parts, switch the appliance off at the outlet if it is safe to do so and call a professional.
If E05 persists after the safe checks above, or you are unsure at any point, book a diagnosis. A technician can confirm what E05 means on your specific model and resolve the underlying cause safely.
Often related to the a sensor (varies by model).
A single power reset can be useful when the owner manual allows it, because it shows whether the event was temporary. A reset does **not** repair a recurring steam-cycle water-supply error condition.
No. The code identifies a detected condition or subsystem. Wiring, connectors, installation conditions, related sensors/actuators, and the control board can produce the same diagnostic result.
If the product cannot complete its normal function, leaks, overheats, trips electrical protection, or the code involves gas/refrigeration/high-voltage safety, stop operation. For a minor user-correctable condition, retest only after the documented cause has been corrected.
Have the full LG model number, serial number, exact code **E05**, any aliases shown by the display, and a short description of when the error appears. That information helps match the correct service table. ## Related LG Dryer error codes - [E03](/error-codes/lg-dryer-e03-error-code/) - [LE3](/error-codes/lg-dryer-le3-error-code/) - [gAS](/error-codes/lg-dryer-gas-error-code/) - [EHE](/error-codes/lg-dryer-ehe-error-code/) ## Source and scope Primary technical reference: https://www.lg.com/us/support/help-library/lg-dryer-error-code-list--20152310891742 This page summarizes LG diagnostic information for repair-oriented troubleshooting. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by LG Electronics. Model-specific LG documentation takes precedence when definitions differ.
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