Written by
Marcus Lindqvist Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error codeF46
ApplianceRange
How to respond to F46
Switch the breaker for the unit off.
Count 30 seconds.
Switch the breaker on.
LG reads this code as a fan error, and the same entry serves any LG range or oven that lists it.
Where it appears
Range and oven controls show it; the table gives no specific series.
Code stays on
If it shows again after power is restored, service is needed per LG.
Other fan and board codes
F45 is the other fan error. F42 stands for voltage error, and F38 for a communication error between the main board and inverter.
LG oven repair around San Francisco
Bay Area owners with an LG range can phone (415) 223-7887. A quick note of F46, the model number and your breaker reset speeds things up. Read LG range and oven repair for how the work is described.
Model compatibility: LG reuses codes across series and model years, so F46 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
F46 is a fan error shown on LG ranges and ovens.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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