Customer Questions and Answers for Compressor Overload by Lg

The Compressor Overload is an OEM part for LG refrigerators. It works to prevent damage by automatically shutting off power to the compressor in the event of overheating, helping to extend the life of the compressor.

Causes of a bad compressor overload include normal wear and tear over time, extended use in high-heat conditions, or physical damage that impacts its protective functions.

Symptoms of a bad overload include:

• The compressor failing to start or run
• Strange noises coming from the compressor
• An increase in the refrigerator's operating temperature
• Frequent and unexpected shut-offs of the compressor

This OEM LG part is also compatible with Sears/Kenmore refrigerator models.