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Maytag Refrigerator PO — Power Outage Alert

Maytag Refrigerator · Error code PO

What PO Means

PO (Power Outage) means power was off long enough that the freezer rose to 18°F (-8°C) or higher. It is an informational alert.

Symptoms

  • PO shown after an outage
  • Otherwise normal operation

Common Causes

1
Utility power outage

Power was interrupted long enough to warm the freezer.

2
Tripped breaker or unplugged unit

Another loss of power.

How to Fix It

  1. Check that frozen food is still safe (firm/icy).
  2. Clear PO per your model (often press Measured Fill under "Confirm"); verify the freezer returns to temperature.

Parts You May Need

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More Maytag Refrigerator Codes

5uL 5uL — Sound Level Setting CF CF — Communication Failure (UI to Main) dE dE — Defrost System Error ER ER — General Error / Sensor Fault F1E1 F1E1 — Main Control Board Failure F2E1 F2E1 — Dispenser UI Communication Error

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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician.