ERROR CODECH01 / CH02 / CH06 / CH12Diagnostic reference

LG · Air conditioners

LG Air Conditioner CH01 / CH02 / CH06 / CH12: A sensor circuit needs attention

THE SHORT ANSWER

A sensor circuit needs attention

CH01 / CH02 / CH06 / CH12 indicates a sensor circuit needs attention. Record every digit and whether the unit stopped cooling or heating.

First safe check

Record every digit and whether the unit stopped cooling or heating.

Applies to

LG air conditioners included in the grouped sensor notice; the source does not establish an exact sensor location for every model.

Before you start

Keep covers fitted. Refrigerant, wiring and fan repairs require a qualified technician.

Go to safe checks

WHAT YOU MAY NOTICE

Symptoms to record

  • The display shows CH01 / CH02 / CH06 / CH12.

WORK THROUGH THE BASICS

Safe troubleshooting checks

0 of 1 checked

Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.

  1. Use the model’s safe power isolation to reset for about five minutes once. If the warning returns, stop and request service.

    What to note

    Use the result to decide whether the issue is resolved or needs service.

THE DETAILS MATTER

Scope & troubleshooting notes

Interpret this code in context

This grouped article avoids assigning an unsupported room, pipe or compressor sensor location from the number alone.

YOUR NEXT DECISION

When to stop and get help

Contact LG service if this indication returns or the appliance cannot resume normal operation.

Record what you see

Keep the full model number, exact displayed code, and your observations together for the next conversation.

Use the right support

Contact the manufacturer or a qualified appliance technician when the guide calls for service.

LG support

THE EVIDENCE

Sources & verification

Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.

  1. LG Air Conditioner — Sensor and Compressor Codes

    LG USA · Manufacturer support · Checked

    Error-code troubleshooting; relevant display identified in the article — LG air conditioners covered by this grouped sensor/compressor notice; exact sensor locations are not established here.

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