LG Heat Pump Error Code P713

P713 indicates that the outdoor unit's compressor sump temperature exceeded 95°C and held that level for 5 minutes or more, triggering a protection shutdown. The control system activates this fault to prevent compressor damage from sustained overheating. The most likely causes involve the digital compressor's loading behavior or the PWM valve that controls it.

No. The P713 protection control is designed to shut the system down before serious compressor damage occurs. Bypassing or repeatedly resetting this fault without addressing the root cause can result in compressor failure, which is a much more costly repair than the original fault cause.

Repair costs vary widely depending on the root cause. PWM valve replacement typically falls in the range of $150 to $400 including labor. If the digital compressor itself requires replacement, costs can range from $800 to $2,500 or more depending on unit size and labor rates. A diagnostic service call to identify the specific cause is the recommended first step.

This fault requires professional diagnosis. Checking and replacing a PWM valve, evaluating digital compressor loading behavior, and verifying refrigerant charge all require specialized tools and certifications. Attempting repairs without proper equipment risks compressor damage or refrigerant release.

A power reset may temporarily clear the fault code, but the error will return quickly if the underlying issue is not resolved. Because the fault triggers after 5 continuous minutes above 95°C, the condition that caused it will likely reproduce the fault within the same operating cycle. A proper diagnosis must be completed first.