Whirlpool Refrigerator Error Code PA

PA is a status code that appears on Whirlpool refrigerators with a door-mounted ice maker after the unit completes its self-diagnostic cycle. It indicates that all diagnostic steps passed successfully and no faults were detected. This is a normal outcome and does not indicate a problem with the appliance.

No, PA is not a safety-related code. It simply confirms that the door ice maker passed its internal self-test. There are no electrical, mechanical, or food safety concerns associated with this code.

Because PA is a passing diagnostic result and not a fault, there is no repair cost associated with the code itself. If a technician ran diagnostics and received PA, the service call cost would reflect the visit fee only, typically in the range of $75 to $150 depending on your area, with no parts or additional labor required for this specific code.

No action is required. PA is a pass result, not a fault code, so there is nothing to repair or replace based on this code alone. If you are still experiencing issues with ice production despite the PA result, the problem likely originates outside the ice maker itself, such as a water supply or freezer temperature issue.

The PA code should clear on its own once the diagnostic cycle ends and normal operation resumes. A power reset is not necessary to remove it. If the code persists on the display beyond the diagnostic session, consulting the product documentation for your specific model is recommended to confirm normal display behavior.