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Amana Refrigerator Error Codes Guide

Understand and troubleshoot common error codes on your Amana refrigerator

Is it safe to keep using it?

Depends on code severity. Low/Medium codes often allow continued use, High severity requires immediate stop.

01

Can error codes be reset?

Some codes clear after power cycle. Persistent codes indicate underlying issues needing repair.

02

When should I stop using it?

Stop immediately for water leak codes, burning smell, or any High severity error.

03
PO
Warning

Meaning

Power outage detected or power loss occurred

Common Symptoms

Refrigerator stopped cooling temporarily, internal temperature rose

CO
Critical

Meaning

Condenser coil frost buildup or cooling system issue

Common Symptoms

Refrigerator not cooling properly, warm temperature inside unit

E1
Critical

Meaning

Fresh food section temperature sensor failure

Common Symptoms

Inability to regulate fresh food compartment temperature accurately

E2
Critical

Meaning

Freezer section temperature sensor failure

Common Symptoms

Freezer not maintaining proper temperature, food thawing

E3
Critical

Meaning

Evaporator temperature sensor malfunction

Common Symptoms

Both compartments unable to cool, compressor cycling issues

F1
Critical

Meaning

Fresh food evaporator fan motor failure

Common Symptoms

Fresh food section not cooling, warm air in refrigerator compartment

F2
Critical

Meaning

Freezer evaporator fan motor failure

Common Symptoms

Freezer section not cooling, ice buildup problems

F3
Critical

Meaning

Condenser fan motor failure

Common Symptoms

Refrigerator runs constantly, compressor overheating, warm temperatures

dF
Critical

Meaning

Defrost system malfunction or defrost sensor error

Common Symptoms

Excessive frost and ice buildup, water pooling inside refrigerator

dO
Warning

Meaning

Defrost overflow or drain system blockage

Common Symptoms

Water accumulation in refrigerator, drainage issues, standing water

IF
Info

Meaning

Ice maker failure or ice maker system malfunction

Common Symptoms

No ice production, ice maker not running, slow ice making

H2O Light
Info

Meaning

Water filter replacement needed

Common Symptoms

Filter indicator light on, slow water dispensing, water quality concerns

Air Filter Light
Info

Meaning

Air filter replacement required for air circulation

Common Symptoms

Air filter light illuminated, reduced air quality in compartments

Door Alarm
Warning

Meaning

Refrigerator door left open too long or door sensor failure

Common Symptoms

Continuous audible alarm, temperature rising, door not closing properly

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