ERROR CODE · MAYTAG REFRIGERATOR · ORANGE COUNTY

Maytag Refrigerator Error Code PO

Power outage indicator — freezer warmed above 18°F during the outage.

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$65 diagnostic — waived with repair
2 min
Same & next-day Mon–Sun

What PO means.

PO on a Maytag works identically to its Whirlpool / KitchenAid siblings: it flags that the unit lost power long enough for the freezer to rise above 18°F (-8°C). The display will read "PO" and an alert tone will sound three times. You acknowledge by pressing the button under "Confirm" (or "Measured Fill" on French door models). PO is informational — it tells you to check your frozen food before assuming everything is safe.

Most common causes.

  • Utility power outage.

  • GFCI outlet tripped.

  • Plug pulled and reinserted.

  • Surge protector cycled.

Try this first — safe DIY troubleshooting.

  1. Press the button under "Confirm" on the touch panel to acknowledge.

  2. Check freezer food — if anything has soft-thawed, toss it.

  3. If PO returns 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.

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    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.

  3. 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).

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Don't wait — Maytag PO usually gets worse.

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