The E9 error code on LG air conditioners may vary between models, but cleaning your filters and drain, or even resetting the machine, always seem to help.
It is a bit worrisome to see an error code displayed on your air conditioner (AC), but these codes can make the troubleshooting process go much quicker.
It is always safest to contact the professionals when you are unsure about an error. But there are certain common solutions that can help you clear just about any error code on your LG air conditioner.
Why air conditioners have error codes
There are few things worse than seeing an error code pop up when you go to turn on your air conditioner on a hot day.
However, as frustrating and concerning as these error codes can be, they are actually there to help you get your air conditioner up and running again as quickly and easily, as possible.
Every air conditioner brand has its own error code system. These codes can help you, or the professional who is assisting you, to find the root cause of your problem with a single glance.
E9 error code LG air conditioner
LG is a trusted air conditioner brand with a wide variety of air conditioner models in all different types, sizes and forms. As a result, error codes and their exact meanings may vary from one air conditioning unit to the next.
This is why it is best to write the error code down when you see it, so that you can consult the owner’s manual of your specific model, or so that you can contact the LG Support team, or an accredited HVAC professional, for further assistance on how to deal with the problem at hand.
It is also a good idea to write down your unit’s model number, which you can usually find on the label on the side of the unit, as you will likely need this to find detailed information about specific errors.
The E9 error code is not a very common code listed for LG air conditioners, except in the case of some of the mini-split systems. In these units, error code 9 indicates a communications error with the EEPROM chip of the AC.
However, there are still a few common troubleshooting solutions that can help you clear almost any type of error displayed by the different kinds of LG air conditioners. These may just be the answer to clearing your E9 error all on your own.
Try cleaning your air filters
Dirty air filters can restrict the airflow into you air conditioner, and this can cause a lot of undue strain on all of the other components within the machine.
Smaller window and portable models’ filters should be cleaned approximately once every two weeks, and larger models can stretch to about twice a year.
Fortunately, cleaning air filters does not require much more effort than simply scrubbing the filters with a bit of lukewarm water and a cleaning brush.
This is also a good solution to try, whenever your air conditioner is just not working the way that it should.
Ensure that your air conditioner is draining properly
Moisture will accumulate around the coils in your air conditioner as it works to cool down air. If the drain is working correctly, this moisture should simply drain away.
However, if the drain is blocked (or you have not drained your portable air conditioner in a while) this moisture can build up.
A buildup of moisture can create the perfect breeding ground for mold and other bacteria, and it can also damage the other components.
This is why it is always a good idea to use a pipe cleaner to clear the drain pipe (or to drain your portable air conditioner) to prevent these issues from occurring.
Other common issues for LG air conditioners
Some of the other common issues that plague LG air conditioners include low refrigerant levels, ambient temperatures which are too low or too high for the air conditioner to function properly.
This also includes wiring or other mechanical issues which are usually best left to the professionals.
However, if you have found that nothing seems to be wrong with your LG air conditioner and you have been keeping a strict schedule with your maintenance duties, then a simple reset may be all you need to clear the E9 error code (and many other errors, for that matter).
All you need to do to reset your LG air conditioner is to unplug the unit (or turn it off at the breaker) and then leave it unplugged for about 10 minutes, before turning it back on. This should clear any remaining error codes from the display.