On the covered Whirlpool beverage center, CL or LO means Whirlpool states the internal temperature of the beverage center is too low. First, Whirlpool directs checking the temperature setting. Then: raise the setting as Whirlpool directs; arrange service if the display persists at a correct setting.
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0 of 5 completedWhat to do first
ReversibleWhirlpool directs checking the temperature setting.
Correct only the documented fault domain
ReversibleRaise the setting as Whirlpool directs; arrange service if the display persists at a correct setting. A power reset is the whole of what Whirlpool publishes for this code: remove power for 1 minute, restore it, and watch whether the code returns.
Rule out the ordinary causes first
ReversibleWhirlpool's product help asks whether the door is fully closed or was left open, whether the beverage center was just restocked with a large warm load, and whether there was a power outage. Allow time for the temperature to settle.
Cycle the power
ReversibleIf the code remains, switch off the circuit breaker or unplug the unit for one minute, then restore power.
Check the door and the load
ReversibleClose the door fully and look at whether it was left open; a door ajar or a large restock of warm bottles explains a temporary LO.
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Common questions about “Whirlpool beverage center code CL or LO”
What does CL or LO mean on a Whirlpool beverage center?+
Whirlpool states the internal temperature of the beverage center is too low.
Can restocking a beverage center trigger LO?+
Whirlpool names a recent large restock of warm items as one of the things to allow for before worrying.
How long should I wait for a beverage center to settle after a power outage?+
Whirlpool asks you to allow time for the temperature to stabilize before troubleshooting; several hours is typical for a cooler to return to setpoint.
Does LO mean the beverage center is frozen?+
It means the compartment is colder than the setpoint allows. Check that bottles are not touching the back wall and raise the temperature setting if needed.
Will LO clear by itself on a Whirlpool beverage center?+
Often yes, once the door is closed, the load has cooled and any power outage has passed; power cycling for one minute is the next step.
How long should I wait after changing the beverage center's temperature?+
Give it several hours, and up to a day, to settle, because the cabinet and the drinks inside have to reach the new temperature before the display can be trusted.
Can a full load of warm drinks cause the display to misread?+
Loading many warm bottles at once pulls the cabinet temperature up and delays the reading, so stock it in batches and recheck the display after the cabinet has had time to recover.
What can raise the temperature of a beverage center?+
A door left ajar, a warm load, a sunny spot or blocked ventilation around the cabinet will all push the temperature up, so check those before suspecting a fault.