PO/Power Outage + Door Ajar Alarm
KitchenAid Door Switch or Door Ajar Detection Fault After Power Event

PO alert followed by continuous door-ajar beeping even when doors are closed.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Misaligned door, Faulty door switch, Damaged door gasket, Control board door-sensor input fault

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Do not force doors; forcing can damage hinges and seals.

Steps to resolve:

  • Check for obstructions: Look for food packages, bins, or shelves preventing the door from closing fully. Remove or reposition items.
  • Inspect gaskets: Run your hand around the door seal to feel for gaps. Clean the gasket with warm soapy water and dry. If torn or warped, it should be replaced.
  • Test door switch: Open the door and locate the small plunger or magnetic switch. Press it in by hand; the interior light should turn off and the alarm should stop. If not, the switch may be faulty.
  • Power reset: Unplug the refrigerator (or switch off the breaker) for 5 minutes, then restore power to reset the control.

If the alarm still indicates door open with doors firmly closed and the light stays on, the door switch or control board likely needs replacement by a technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Refrigerator Door Switch
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