Error Code E CL

Low Side Cycle Leakage — detected by refrigerant leak on low-pressure side, bad compressor, prolonged door open, etc.

Also displayed as: E CL

How to Fix

1. 1

   Step 1: Use LG SVC App Step 1 jig to determine if issue is compressor fault, sealed system problem, or customer fault. If no SVC App, use a temperature gun.

2. 2

   Step 2: Check PCB output voltages to rule out PCB failure.

3. 3

   Step 3: Measure low-side pressure (compressor process pipe) and high-side pressure (drier). Time equalization return. If longer than 15 minutes, system is restricted.

4. 4

   Step 4: If equilibrium pressure is below 40 psi, refrigerant is low — perform leak test using refrigerant or nitrogen.

5. 5

   Step 5: Check low-pressure side components (evaporator, suction pipe) for leaks. If leak found, replace affected parts along with compressor and drier.

6. 6

   Step 6: If no low-side leak found, check high-pressure side (condenser, drier) for leaks.

7. 7

   Step 7: After sealed system repair, the error will clear automatically once freezer temperature drops to 14°F or below.

8. 8

   Step 8: Use UV dye in drier for next visit leak verification.

9. 9

   Step 9: Force-delete error code after confirmed repair using F key + R key pressed 3 times with door open.

This Error Applies To

LG LRFCS29D6S Series Refrigerators