Error code reference

LG Air Conditioner Error Code 174

Failure of Sub1 constant speed compressor 1 operation - compressor locking, check valve leakage, or dielectric breakdown.

SourceLG Air Conditioner - Full Service Manual: LRNU/LRUN/LRUV Seriesp. 170, 239

Diagnostic procedure

The full 174 procedure

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First diagnostic step
Check compressor operation when pressing magnetic switch; check check valve direction; measure insulation resistance.

SourceLG Air Conditioner - Full Service Manual: LRNU/LRUN/LRUV Seriesp. 170, 239

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