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Whirlpool Refrigerator PO — Power Outage Alert

Whirlpool Refrigerator · Error code PO

What PO Means

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

Symptoms

  • PO on the display after an outage
  • Otherwise normal operation

Common Causes

1
Utility power outage

The power was interrupted long enough to warm the freezer.

2
Tripped breaker or unplugged unit

A loss of power for another reason.

How to Fix It

  1. Check that frozen food is still safe (firm/icy).
  2. Press the alarm/reset button to clear PO; confirm the freezer returns to temperature.

Parts You May Need

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More Whirlpool Refrigerator Codes

6 (flashing) Flashing 6 — 6th Sense Active CE CE — Communication error between control boards CF CF — Communication Failure Co Co — Cooling Off / Demo Mode dF dF — Defrost System Failure Er Er — Generic Error / Control Glitch

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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.