Frigidaire Freezer Error Code LOC

LOC means the display lockout feature is active and the control panel is locked. The freezer itself continues to run and maintain temperature normally. No temperature changes or extreme freeze adjustments can be made until the panel is unlocked. It is a control state, not a fault or error with a component.

Yes, your freezer continues to operate normally when LOC is displayed. The unit maintains the temperature that was set before the lock was activated. Food stored inside is not at risk. The LOC code only affects your ability to change settings through the control panel.

In most cases there is no repair cost at all, since LOC is resolved by simply pressing and holding the ALARM RESET key. If the LOC code keeps returning due to a faulty keypad membrane or stuck key, keypad assembly replacement is typically needed, with parts and labor costs ranging from roughly 80 to 200 dollars depending on the model and service provider.

Press and hold the ALARM RESET key on the control panel. Continue holding it until the control beeps and the display changes to show UL, which confirms the lockout has been deactivated. Normal control panel functionality is restored immediately after UL appears. If LOC returns right away, inspect the ALARM RESET key for sticking or debris.

Unplugging the freezer or cycling power may not permanently clear the LOC code, as the control board can restore the locked state on startup. The correct method is to use the ALARM RESET key hold procedure until UL appears on the display. This is the only reliable way to deactivate the lockout through normal operation.