Fast path
Match the exact display text first. Common matches in this cluster include LG Dishwasher CL, LG Dryer CL, LG Washer CL.
Searches covered
- CL error code appliance
- control lock washer code
- dryer child lock code
- dishwasher panel locked code
How to narrow it down
Use the brand, appliance type, and exact code together. A symptom search can point to the right category, but the model number controls the exact manual steps and access points.
Open the matching code page below for aliases, model-family notes, source links, and the safest check order.
Safe first checks
- Look for a lock icon or a label such as Control Lock or Child Lock.
- Hold the documented button or button pair for the model.
- Avoid forcing buttons or opening panels to clear a lock state.
- Reset power once only after checking the normal unlock control.
- Use the exact model manual if panel labels differ.
Stop troubleshooting when
- Buttons do not respond after the documented unlock step.
- The panel stays locked after a single power reset.
- Several unrelated codes appear with the lock state.
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FAQ
Which code page should I open first?
Open the page that matches the exact brand, appliance type, and display text. In this cluster, LG dishwasher CL is one common starting point.
Can I reset the appliance first?
Use one reset only after visible safety checks are complete. If the same code returns, treat it as an active condition instead of repeating resets.
When should I stop and call service?
Buttons do not respond after the documented unlock step.