LG Turbodrum top loader

Model WF-T556

This washing machine was coming up with a 'dE' (lid error). Looking at the lid found the little magnet missing on the lid. This machine has the PCB controller at the front with a magnetic reed switch on the PCB. The magnet on the lid would operate the reed switch through the plastic cover. Simple repair, replace the magnet, craft shops sell little magnets and have used these to repair similar Asian machine before. Doing this still produced the 'dE' error, even adjusting the position of the magnet which usually has to be done. The machine would only work if the magnet was hard against the control panel plastic cover. This was less than 1-2 mm different. Next step was to replace the reed switch on the PCB. Removing the top and looking under the PCB housing showed no access to it. Closer examination of the top showed a join in the plastic. No loss as the front screw hold the cover and the housing together, but it is also held on by plastic clips. A screw driver quickly separated it. Manufactures like to make thing difficult! The reed switch was visible on top of the board, a new one from Jaycar electronics was soldered back in place. This fixed the machine.