ERROR CODE · KITCHENAID REFRIGERATOR · ORANGE COUNTY
KitchenAid Refrigerator Error Code PO
Power Outage indicator — freezer warmed above 18°F during the outage.
What PO means.
PO on a KitchenAid fridge works identically to its Whirlpool sibling: it flags that the unit lost power long enough for the freezer to rise above 18°F (-8°C). The controller flashes PO and sounds an alert tone three times. You acknowledge it by pressing the button under "Confirm" (or "Measured Fill" on French door models). PO does not mean anything is broken — it is the controller asking you to check your frozen food before assuming everything is safe.
Most common causes.
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Utility power outage.
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GFCI outlet tripped.
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Plug was pulled and re-inserted.
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Surge protector cycled.
Try this first — safe DIY troubleshooting.
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Press the button under "Confirm" on the touch panel to acknowledge.
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Check freezer food — if anything is soft-thawed (you can poke a finger through), toss it.
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If PO comes back repeatedly, the outlet or breaker may be unstable.
What does this repair cost?
Typical part cost
$0
Full repair (parts + labor)
$0 (DIY)
Time on site
2 min
Prices reflect 2026 OEM part costs for the Orange County market. Diagnostic is $65, waived when you authorize the repair. 3-month warranty on parts and labor; 6–12 months on compressor and sealed-system work.
Three steps. No surprises.
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Book in 2 minutes.
Pick your symptom and a time window. We confirm by text.
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Diagnose in 60 minutes.
We arrive in a marked van, diagnose the issue, and quote the repair before we touch a screw. $65 diagnostic fee — waived if you say yes to the repair.
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Fix it today, when we can.
Most repairs finish in the same visit because parts ride on the truck. Every job carries a 3-month warranty (6–12 months on compressor work).
What your neighbors said this month.
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Don't wait — KitchenAid PO usually gets worse.
We diagnose in 60 minutes, quote in writing, and most repairs finish on the first visit. OEM parts on the truck.