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LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry CL Error Fix: Child Lock Active

Child Lock engaged — not an error. Press and hold 3 seconds to deactivate.

Low severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error CL on the LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry means: Child Lock Active. The top-ranked community fix is “Inspect Control Panel for Stuck Buttons or Faulty Child Lock Switch” (medium difficulty, ~30 min, DIY cost: $0-$10). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · dryer

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When to Call a Professional

While many dryer repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:

The repair involves electrical wiring, gas lines, or refrigerant
You've tried the top-ranked fix and the error persists
You smell gas, see sparking, or notice water leaking
The repair requires specialized tools you don't have
Your appliance is still under manufacturer warranty

Average professional repair cost for this issue: $100-$150.

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DLEX3900W 7.4 cu. ft. Smart Electric Dryer with TurboSteam

dryer · 2 fixes

LDPH7972S Top Control Smart Dishwasher with QuadWash Pro and Dynamic Dry

dishwasher · 2 fixes

LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam

dishwasher · 2 fixes

WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360

washer · 2 fixes

WT7150CW 5.0 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with TurboDrum

washer · 2 fixes

Other LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry Error Codes

d75

Exhaust Duct 75% Blocked

2 fixes

d80

Exhaust Duct 80% Blocked

2 fixes

d90

Exhaust Duct 90% Blocked

2 fixes

d95

Exhaust Duct 95% Blocked

2 fixes

DRUM BELT WORN

Drum Roller and Belt Wear

Motor Start Error

Clean Lint Filter Reminder

2 fixes

FLAME SENSOR FAIL

Flame Sensor Failure

2 fixes

People Also Ask About LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry Error CL

What does error code CL mean on a LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry?

Error code CL on the LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry means: Child Lock Active. Child Lock engaged — not an error. Press and hold 3 seconds to deactivate.

How do I fix error code CL on my LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry?

The most successful fix is "Inspect Control Panel for Stuck Buttons or Faulty Child Lock Switch" (medium difficulty, ~30 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $0-$10. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code CL on a LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry serious?

This error is rated low severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Can I fix LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry error CL myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Inspect Control Panel for Stuck Buttons or Faulty Child Lock Switch") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 30 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips #2 screwdriver, Multimeter, Isopropyl alcohol, Cotton swabs.

How much does it cost to repair LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry error CL?

DIY cost: $0-$10. Professional repair typically costs $100-$150. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry have?

The LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry has 8 other known error codes, including: d75 (Exhaust Duct 75% Blocked), d80 (Exhaust Duct 80% Blocked), d90 (Exhaust Duct 90% Blocked), d95 (Exhaust Duct 95% Blocked), DRUM BELT WORN (Drum Roller and Belt Wear), and 3 more.

Which other LG models have the CL error?

Error code CL also appears on 5 other LG models: DLEX3900W 7.4 cu. ft. Smart Electric Dryer with TurboSteam, LDPH7972S Top Control Smart Dishwasher with QuadWash Pro and Dynamic Dry, LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam, WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360, WT7150CW 5.0 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with TurboDrum. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.

What other error codes does the LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry have?

The LG DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry has 8 other known error codes:

d75 — Exhaust Duct 75% Blocked (2 fixes)
d80 — Exhaust Duct 80% Blocked (2 fixes)
d90 — Exhaust Duct 90% Blocked (2 fixes)
d95 — Exhaust Duct 95% Blocked (2 fixes)
DRUM BELT WORN — Drum Roller and Belt Wear (2 fixes)
E13 — Motor Start Error (2 fixes)
FiLtEr — Clean Lint Filter Reminder (2 fixes)
FLAME SENSOR FAIL — Flame Sensor Failure (2 fixes)

Which other LG models have the CL error?

Error code CL also appears on 5 other LG models:

DLEX3900W 7.4 cu. ft. Smart Electric Dryer with TurboSteam (dryer) · 2 fixes
LDPH7972S Top Control Smart Dishwasher with QuadWash Pro and Dynamic Dry (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam (dishwasher) · 2 fixes
WM3600HWA 4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front-Load Washer with TurboWash 360 (washer) · 2 fixes
WT7150CW 5.0 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with TurboDrum (washer) · 2 fixes

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