TCA36811432 Genuine LG Refrigerator Compressor for LG Fridges, Sealed System Part for Licensed Refrigeration Technicians

TCA36811432 is a genuine LG compressor for LG refrigerators. The compressor is the pump at the heart of the sealed cooling system, and replacing it is a refrigeration job rather than a DIY swap. Order it once a technician has diagnosed the compressor as the fault and matched TCA36811432 to your fridge's model and serial number, as LG uses several similar compressor numbers across its range.

Signs your LG fridge compressor has failed

The compressor pumps refrigerant around the sealed system, which is what draws heat out of the cabinets. When it stops, the fridge and freezer slowly warm up even though the lights and fans may still run. Other signs include a compressor that clicks on and off every few minutes without starting, a loud hum or knock from the back, or a unit that runs constantly without getting cold. Many of these symptoms can also come from the control board, a starting fault or a refrigerant leak, so proper diagnosis comes first.

Part details

• Genuine LG part TCA36811432
• Refrigerator compressor
• Suits LG fridges, confirm by model and serial number
• Must be fitted by a licensed refrigeration technician

Who should fit a fridge compressor

Swapping a compressor means recovering refrigerant, brazing, pulling a vacuum and recharging the system. In Australia that work has to be done by a technician holding a refrigerant handling licence. Before booking the job, unplug the fridge, move food to another fridge or an esky, and have the model and serial number ready so the tech can confirm TCA36811432 is right.

Questions about this part

Can I replace the compressor myself?

No. The compressor is part of the sealed refrigerant system, and in Australia opening that system legally requires a licensed refrigeration technician. They'll also look after recovering and recharging the gas.