ErrorCodeDoctor
LG · Dryer

LG Dryer nP error code

Difficulty: Medium · Cost: $0–$200 · Duration: 10–15m

The nP error means your LG dryer cannot detect any electrical current reaching the heating element. This is most commonly caused by a problem with the home's electrical supply rather than the dryer itself — typically a tripped circuit breaker or insufficient voltage at the wall outlet. LG dryers require a dedicated 240V outlet to operate the heater correctly. If the circuit breaker reset and outlet checks do not resolve it a licensed electrician should inspect the home wiring before calling a dryer technician.

Common causes

  • Power cord is not securely plugged into the wall outlet
  • One leg of the 240V circuit has tripped at the home's main circuit breaker
  • Home outlet is not supplying the correct 240V required for the dryer heater
  • Power surge caused a fault in the circuit breaker
  • Dryer is not connected to a grounded 240V outlet matching the rating plate

How to fix it

  1. 1

    Make sure the power cord is firmly plugged into a grounded 240V outlet matching the dryer's rating plate

  2. 2

    Go to the home's main electrical panel and turn OFF the dryer's circuit breaker for at least 10 seconds

  3. 3

    Turn the circuit breaker back ON and check if the nP error has cleared

  4. 4

    If nP persists the home outlet may not be supplying the correct voltage — contact a licensed electrician to inspect and test the outlet

  5. 5

    If the outlet checks out correctly and nP still shows the dryer itself will need a professional repair service

Related LG Dryer error codes