What Er Codes on the Temperature Display (795 / LG-built) Means
A point worth knowing about every 795-prefix LG-built Kenmore refrigerator: these Er codes appear directly on the temperature display rather than in a hidden diagnostic mode, and the documentation notes plainly that the appliance stops cooling when some of them are shown.
Common Causes of Er Codes on the Temperature Display (795 / LG-built)
- A component failure the control has decided it cannot work around
- A sensor or fan fault severe enough to suspend cooling
- A communication failure between the two control boards
🔧 One Safe Check You Can Try
Write the exact code down, including the spacing, before doing anything else, then check whether the compartments are still cold — those two facts together decide how urgent the visit is.
⚠ Why You Shouldn't Go Further Than That
- Unplugging the appliance to clear the display also clears the evidence, which makes the eventual diagnosis slower.
- Assuming an Er code is cosmetic is how a freezer full of food is lost overnight.
- Er codes differ by a single character in places, so a remembered code is worth less than a written one.
Opening a panel to inspect or repair something yourself doesn't automatically cancel your manufacturer's warranty — but it can risk accidental damage, and some manufacturers do have specific service conditions. Check your product's warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.