LG Therma V fault CH29

PCBA OK (fault finding function result)

Heat pump

What it means

Result code output by the manual fault diagnostic function indicating the PCB assembly (inverter PCB) tested OK during the diagnostic sequence.

Likely causes

  1. Overload operation (Plugging blocked / shielded / EEV failure / excessive refrigerant)
  2. Compressor burnout (insulation breakdown / motor burnout)
  3. Input voltage low voltage
  4. Inv PCB (Outdoor) burnout
  5. Fan locked
  6. Obstruction/shield around the heat exchanger
  7. Insufficient distance between product and wall
  8. Piping condition issues such as pipe bending
  9. EEV operation/connection status fault
  10. Abnormal refrigerant pressure
  11. Compressor restraint
  12. Compressor wiring reverse phase loss
  13. Short circuit or opening of internal connection line in compressor
  14. Compressor winding resistance out of spec
  15. Compressor insulation resistance failure
  16. Inverter PCB assembly or connector connection fault
  17. IGBTM failure

Where to start

  1. Enter functions using LGMV (PC or Mobile)
  2. Perform a diagnostic function via LGMV
  3. Check if the product installation is in good condition: check if the fan is locked, check the shield around the heat exchanger, check the distance between the product and the wall, check the condition of piping such as bending of the pipe, check EEV operation status and connection status, check refrigerant pressure. If No: remove the cause of the abnormality.

The full answer, free

  • 4 more checks in order
  • The readings and component tests from the manual
  • How to put it right, step by step
  • The manual page for this fault (page 98), right under the answer

Safety: Isolate the outdoor unit and any backup heater, and give the inverter capacitors time to discharge before you open the electrics. Anything on the refrigerant circuit needs F-gas certification.

From the LG manual for the Therma V. Check the model on the data plate before you order parts.

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