Category: Maytag

  • How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error PO

    How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error PO

    Problem: Power outage detected – freezer temperature exceeded 18°F during power interruption

    How to Fix Refrigerator Error

    1. Press any temperature control button to clear PO indicator.
    2. Verify food safety: if PO displayed >4 hours, discard perishables in refrigerator compartment. Freezer items safe if still frozen solid.
    3. No repair needed – PO is informational only.
    4. To prevent future PO events during brief outages: install UPS backup power system rated for refrigerator surge current (minimum 1500VA).

    Still Not Working?

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


  • How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 1

    How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 1

    Problem: Service mode diagnostic: 1 flash = fresh food thermistor fault (matches F1 code)

    How to Fix Refrigerator Error

    1. Enter service mode: Press Door Alarm + Freezer Down 3 sec until display shows ‘PE’.
    2. Press Freezer Up until ‘S1’ displays – board will flash LED pattern corresponding to fault history.
    3. One flash repeated = fresh food thermistor fault.
    4. Follow F1 repair procedure above: test/replace thermistor WPW10383615, inspect wiring harness.
    5. After repair, clear fault history by entering service mode test #25 (fault reset) – press Freezer Up until ’25’ displays, then press Refrigerator Up once.

    Still Not Working?

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


  • How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 2

    How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 2

    Problem: Service mode diagnostic: 2 flashes = freezer thermistor fault (matches F2/SY E2)

    How to Fix Refrigerator Error

    1. Enter service mode as above.
    2. Two flashes repeated = freezer thermistor fault.
    3. Follow SY E2/F2 repair procedure: access evaporator compartment, test thermistor resistance at multiple temperatures, replace WPW10383615 if out of spec.
    4. Inspect wiring near evaporator fan for damage from ice buildup.
    5. Clear fault history via service test #25 after successful repair.

    Still Not Working?

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


  • How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 3

    How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 3

    Problem: Service mode diagnostic: 3 flashes = defrost thermistor fault (matches F3)

    How to Fix Refrigerator Error

    1. Enter service mode and observe 3-flash pattern.
    2. Access evaporator compartment and locate defrost thermistor clipped to evaporator tubing.
    3. Test resistance at room temperature (8k-10kΩ) and during defrost cycle (~14kΩ at 32°F).
    4. Replace defrost thermistor WPW10316428 if readings unstable or open/short circuit.
    5. Verify defrost heater operation during forced defrost test #
    6. Clear fault history via test #

    Still Not Working?

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


  • How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 4

    How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 4

    Problem: Service mode diagnostic: 4 flashes = damper motor fault (matches F4)

    How to Fix Refrigerator Error

    1. Enter service mode and confirm 4-flash pattern.
    2. Access damper assembly in fresh food compartment upper rear.
    3. Test damper motor resistance (5k-15kΩ) and operation with direct 12VDC power.
    4. Replace damper motor WPW10662480 if seized or electrically open.
    5. Clear fault history via test #25 after verifying damper operation through multiple temperature cycles.

    Still Not Working?

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


  • How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 5

    How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 5

    Problem: Service mode diagnostic: 5 flashes = ice maker fault (matches F5)

    How to Fix Refrigerator Error

    1. Enter service mode and confirm 5-flash pattern.
    2. Manually test ice maker harvest cycle via test terminals.
    3. Replace ice maker assembly WPW10304150 if motor/gear failure confirmed.
    4. Clear fault history via test #25 after verifying 2 complete ice production cycles.

    Still Not Working?

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


  • How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 6

    How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 6

    Problem: Service mode diagnostic: 6 flashes = user interface board fault (matches F6)

    How to Fix Refrigerator Error

    1. Enter service mode and confirm 6-flash pattern.
    2. Test UI board power input (12-14VDC) and communication signals.
    3. Replace user interface board WPW10366217 if unresponsive.
    4. Clear fault history via test #25 after successful board initialization.

    Still Not Working?

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


  • How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 7

    How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 7

    Problem: Service mode diagnostic: 7 flashes = condenser fan fault (matches F7)

    How to Fix Refrigerator Error

    1. Enter service mode and confirm 7-flash pattern.
    2. Test condenser fan motor resistance and operation with direct 120VAC.
    3. Replace condenser fan motor WPW10617115 if faulty.
    4. Clean condenser coils thoroughly.
    5. Clear fault history via test #

    Still Not Working?

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


  • How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 8

    How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 8

    Problem: Service mode diagnostic: 8 flashes = evaporator fan fault (matches F8/SY EF)

    How to Fix Refrigerator Error

    1. Enter service mode and confirm 8-flash pattern.
    2. Access evaporator compartment and test fan motor.
    3. Replace evaporator fan motor WPW10342223 if seized or electrically open.
    4. Clear fault history via test #25 after verifying fan operation during cooling cycle.

    Still Not Working?

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


  • How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 9

    How to Fix Maytag Refrigerator Error LED Flash Code 9

    Problem: Service mode diagnostic: 9 flashes = defrost system fault (matches F9)

    How to Fix Refrigerator Error

    1. Enter service mode and confirm 9-flash pattern.
    2. Perform forced defrost test #101 to verify heater/thermostat operation.
    3. Replace defrost thermostat WPW10316428 or heater as needed.
    4. If components test good, replace main control board W
    5. Clear fault history via test #25 after successful defrost cycle completion.

    Still Not Working?

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