CL E / CH E / E CL / E CH error codes

Refrigerator "CL E" / "CH E" error code displayed on control panel

Either error codes “CL E” or “CH E” appearing in the control panel display indicate there is a possible leak in the sealed system, some restriction in the refrigerant flow, a bad compressor, a defective valve or refrigerator doors have been left opened/ajar way too long.

CL E or E CL error code indicates that there is a low side part refrigerant leak.

CL (Low side cycle leakage) has a high possibility of being refrigerant leakage from the evaporator. Unfortunately, there are no troubleshooting steps for this error code. The unit will require a repair service, please visit our online Request a Repair page (at the bottom of this article).

CH E or E CH error code indicates that there is a high side part refrigerant leak.

CH (High side cycle leakage) has a high possibility of being refrigerant leakage from the condenser. Unfortunately, there are no troubleshooting steps for this error code. The unit will require a repair service, please visit our online Request a Repair page (at the bottom of this article).

Clearing the error

1. Open right hand side refrigerator door.
2. Keeping door open, press BOTH refrigerator and freezer °T Adjust buttons simultaneously three (3) times in a row.

This will clear the error. However, if the error code persists in returning, the appliance will require the presence of a service technician to repair. LG would recommend user, at this point, run a ThinQ app diagnosis of the refrigerator themselves or by contacting LG Information Center.