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LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam CL Error Fix: Child Lock Active

Not an error — Child Lock enabled. Press and hold designated button for 3 seconds to deactivate.

Low severity2 fixes available✨ Free fix available

Quick Answer

Error CL on the LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam means: Child Lock Active. The top-ranked community fix is “Inspect and Repair Control Panel Buttons” (medium difficulty, ~30 min, DIY cost: $5-$15). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.

Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · dishwasher

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When to Call a Professional

While many dishwasher 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: $120-$180.

Other LG Models with Error CL

DLEX3900W 7.4 cu. ft. Smart Electric Dryer with TurboSteam

dryer · 2 fixes

DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry

dryer · 2 fixes

LDPH7972S Top Control Smart Dishwasher with QuadWash Pro and Dynamic Dry

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 LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam Error Codes

Leak Sensor — Water in Base

2 fixes

Motor / Impeller Error

2 fixes

Abnormal Water Temperature

2 fixes

CONTROL BOARD WET

Control Board Moisture Damage

2 fixes

DOOR GASKET WORN

Door Gasket Deterioration

2 fixes

DRAIN PUMP CLOG

Drain Pump Clog/Failure

2 fixes

Water Leak / Excess Water

2 fixes

Water Supply / Overfill Error

2 fixes

People Also Ask About LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam Error CL

What does error code CL mean on a LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam?

Error code CL on the LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam means: Child Lock Active. Not an error — Child Lock enabled. Press and hold designated button for 3 seconds to deactivate.

How do I fix error code CL on my LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam?

The most successful fix is "Inspect and Repair Control Panel Buttons" (medium difficulty, ~30 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $5-$15. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

Is error code CL on a LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam 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 LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam error CL myself?

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Inspect and Repair Control Panel Buttons") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 30 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Non-contact voltage tester, Cotton swabs.

How much does it cost to repair LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam error CL?

DIY cost: $5-$15. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

What other error codes does the LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam have?

The LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam has 8 other known error codes, including: AE (Leak Sensor — Water in Base), bE (Motor / Impeller Error), CE (Abnormal Water Temperature), CONTROL BOARD WET (Control Board Moisture Damage), DOOR GASKET WORN (Door Gasket Deterioration), 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, DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry, LDPH7972S Top Control Smart Dishwasher with QuadWash Pro and Dynamic Dry, 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 LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam have?

The LG LDT7808SS Top Control Smart Dishwasher with TrueSteam has 8 other known error codes:

AE — Leak Sensor — Water in Base (2 fixes)
bE — Motor / Impeller Error (2 fixes)
CE — Abnormal Water Temperature (2 fixes)
CONTROL BOARD WET — Control Board Moisture Damage (2 fixes)
DOOR GASKET WORN — Door Gasket Deterioration (2 fixes)
DRAIN PUMP CLOG — Drain Pump Clog/Failure (2 fixes)
E1 — Water Leak / Excess Water (2 fixes)
FE — Water Supply / Overfill Error (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
DLG7301WE 7.3 cu. ft. Smart Gas Dryer with Sensor Dry (dryer) · 2 fixes
LDPH7972S Top Control Smart Dishwasher with QuadWash Pro and Dynamic Dry (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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