Written by
Maya Ortiz Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished October 20, 2026
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Code overviewat a glance.
The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.
HI, LO
Error codeHI, LO
ApplianceRefrigerator
Quick answer
HI or LO can appear on undercounter refrigerators. Product Help gives a power reset and an operation check.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so HI, LO may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
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What this codemay mean.
A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.
Mean
HI or LO is listed on Product Help with only a power reset as the answer.
HI or LO on the display of an undercounter refrigerator is an error code that Whirlpool Product Help answers with a power reset.
Reset steps
Turn off the circuit breaker or unplug the unit for one (1) minute.
Turn the breaker back on or plug the unit in again.
Monitor the refrigerator for one (1) minute to make sure the code does not display again.
Verify refrigerator operation.
If you still need help after that, the manual says to schedule service.
Service for your Whirlpool refrigerator in Los Angeles
Call (310) 448-6692 for Whirlpool refrigerator service in Los Angeles, or read about our refrigerator repair. Keep the code HI, LO, the model number and a note of what you tried within reach.
Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.
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Important
Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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