How to Fix Amana Refrigerator Error PO

Error Code: PO Difficulty: Easy

Problem: Power Outage. Indicates the refrigerator has lost and regained power, and the freezer temperature has risen to 18°F (-8°C) or higher.

How to Fix PO Error (Step-by-Step)

1. Press the ‘Alarm Reset’ button on the control display to silence the alarm and clear the ‘PO’ code.
2. This code indicates the freezer temperature rose above 18°F. You must immediately assess the safety of your frozen food.
3. Open the freezer and visually inspect the contents. Look for signs of thawing, such as excessive ice crystals on packaging or pooled liquid at the bottom of the freezer.
4. Check the texture of items like ice cream or frozen juices. If they are soft or melted, they should be discarded.
5. As a food safety guideline, items that still feel refrigerator-cold and have ice crystals remaining can usually be safely refrozen, but their quality may be reduced.
6. Discard any perishable items like meat, poultry, or fish that have fully thawed to prevent the risk of foodborne illness.
7. Ensure the freezer door is fully closed and allow the unit 24 hours to stabilize at the correct temperature.
8. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.

Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

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