Kenmore Deluxe electronic control model freezer Error Code LO: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer error code LO means: Control panel lockout. The DIY troubleshooting advice and error code charts in our ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{"uri":"https://www.searspartsdirect.com/diy/freestanding-freezer-repair/1234585"},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"freezer repair section","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"hyperlink"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" can help you figure out what's wrong with your freezer. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	LO
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer
System	Control / electronics
Meaning (service chart)	Control panel lockout. The DIY troubleshooting advice and error code charts in our ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{"uri":"https://www.searspartsdirect.com/diy/freestanding-freezer-repair/1234585"},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"freezer repair section","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"hyperlink"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" can help you figure out what's wrong with your freezer. [1]
Keep using it?	Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician
Source document	Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code LO means on a Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer

Control panel lockout. The DIY troubleshooting advice and error code charts in our ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{"uri":"https://www.searspartsdirect.com/diy/freestanding-freezer-repair/1234585"},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"freezer repair section","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"hyperlink"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" can help you figure out what's wrong with your freezer. [1]

This is a control / electronics code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer error code LO (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on the Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (LO) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your deluxe electronic control model freezer and order the right parts.
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Check the power supply. Make sure that the power cord is plugged in. Check the electrical outlet for power. Reset the house circuit breaker if the outlet is doesn't work.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If LO comes back after these checks, stop using the refrigerator for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.

The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

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Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code LO mean on a Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer?

The Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer error-code chart lists LO as follows: Control panel lockout. The DIY troubleshooting advice and error code charts in our ","nodeType":"text"},{"data":{"uri":"https://www.searspartsdirect.com/diy/freestanding-freezer-repair/1234585"},"content":[{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":"freezer repair section","nodeType":"text"}],"nodeType":"hyperlink"},{"data":{},"marks":[],"value":" can help you figure out what's wrong with your freezer.

Is it safe to keep using the deluxe electronic control model freezer with LO?

Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.

Can I fix Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer error LO myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician.

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Kenmore deluxe electronic control model freezer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Kenmore.