Maytag documents two specific refrigerator alerts for consumers: PO, which means the freezer warmed to 18°F (-8°C) or higher during a power outage, and a flashing “F,” which is a general fault cleared with a power reset. Beyond these two, Maytag does not publish a full consumer-facing error code list — a pattern also seen with Bosch and Amana refrigerators, where most other codes are documented internally rather than for public troubleshooting.
The documented code list
| Code | What Maytag’s official product-help documentation says |
|---|---|
| PO | Power Outage indicator — the freezer temperature rose to 18°F (-8°C) or higher while power was off |
| Flashing “F” | A general fault code — the documented first step is a power reset |
PO: Power Outage indicator
- Understand what triggered it
PO is a record of what already happened — the power was off long enough for the freezer to warm past 18°F (-8°C) — not an active fault happening right now.
- Check frozen food condition
Especially if the outage was extended, check for signs of partial thawing before assuming everything is still safely frozen.
- Acknowledge the alert
On most models, pressing MEASURED FILL under “Confirm” clears the PO display and returns the panel to its normal home screen.
Flashing “F”: general fault
For a flashing “F” on a side-by-side refrigerator, Maytag’s documented solution is to power the unit down — at the breaker or by unplugging it — for 1 minute, then power it back up. If the code returns after that reset, Maytag’s guidance is to contact support or schedule service rather than continue resetting it repeatedly.
Why there is no full code list
As with Bosch and Amana refrigerators, Maytag’s official support pages document only these two specific codes for consumers rather than a full table. Third-party repair sites publish longer lists (codes like CF, RE, or IC, describing display communication faults, temperature warnings, and ice maker faults respectively), but these are not confirmed on Maytag’s own official support pages and can vary by control-board revision and model year — so they are not reproduced here as verified fact.
When to call for service
If your fridge shows PO, checking stored food and acknowledging the alert is the full documented response — no repair needed. For a flashing “F” that returns after a full power reset, or any other code not covered by Maytag’s documented list, contacting Maytag support or scheduling service is the recommended next step rather than further self-diagnosis. See our refrigerator troubleshooting guide for checks that apply regardless of the exact code shown, particularly if cooling itself has also become a problem.
