LG Refrigerators

Error Code E CF

Condenser Fan Motor Error

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

How to Fix

  1. 1

    Reset the unit, then enter Test Mode 1. Check if the condenser fan is rotating. If rotating, go to step 4.

  2. 2

    If not rotating, go to step 3.

  3. 3

    Attempt to rotate the condenser fan by hand. If it feels sticky or binding, replace the fan motor.

  4. 4

    Measure condenser fan supply voltage at CON4 pins 24–23 in Test Mode 1. Expected: 11.4–12.6 V. If out of range, replace the Main PCB.

  5. 5

    Measure condenser fan feedback voltage at CON4 pins 22–23 in Test Mode 1. Expected: not 0 V or 5 V. If 0 or 5 V, replace the fan motor.

  6. 6

    Measure condenser fan PWM voltage at CON4 pins 21–23 in Test Mode 1. Expected: not 0 V or 5 V. If 0 or 5 V, replace the Main PCB.

  7. 7

    If all voltages are correct, explain normal operation to customer.

This Error Applies To

LG LF29H8330 Series Refrigerators

Service manual exact match: LF29H8330SService manual exact match: LF29H8330BService manual exact match: LF29H8330W

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