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Easy Fix
LG · Dishwashers
Cancel/drain active - the cancel function was activated and the dishwasher is currently draining remaining water
Quick Answer
Error code Cd on your LG Dishwashers means: Cancel/drain active - the cancel function was activated and the dishwasher is currently draining remaining water. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Likely Causes
  1. The cancel button was pressed during a wash cycle
  2. Normal operation after cycle cancellation
How to Fix It
1
This is not an error code; wait for the draining process to complete (typically 2-3 minutes)
2
The code will disappear automatically once draining is finished
3
After the code clears, you can start a new wash cycle normally
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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