Whirlpool · Oven Minor

PF — Power failure indicator

PF is an informational code that just means the oven lost power at some point — a brownout, outage, surge, or someone flipped the breaker. It is not a failure of the oven itself.

Keep using it?
Yes — fix when convenient
DIY difficulty
Easy
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How to fix it

  1. Press Cancel or Clear to dismiss the code.
  2. Reset the clock to the correct time.
  3. If PF won't clear, kill power at the breaker for 1 minute and restore.
  4. If PF keeps reappearing for no reason, the home supply may be unstable or the control's brownout circuit is failing — have an electrician check supply voltage stability.

Why it happens

Typical signs: Display shows PF, often after a storm or power blink · Clock is flashing or wrong · Any in-progress cook was cancelled

  • Power outage or short interruption Utility power dropped long enough for the control to lose state.
  • Voltage sag or surge A momentary brownout or spike that the control flagged as a power event.
  • Breaker tripped or shut off Someone tripped the breaker feeding the oven, or it tripped on its own.

More Whirlpool oven codes

F0E0 F0E0 — Unrecognized control fault F1E0 F1E0 — Electronic Oven Control (EOC) fault F1E1 F1E1 — EEPROM checksum error F1E2 F1E2 — Control board processor / watchdog fault F2E0 F2 E0 — Stuck Key F2E1 F2E1 — Shorted keypad / cancel key open

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Frequently asked questions

What does the PF code mean on a Whirlpool oven?

PF is an informational code that just means the oven lost power at some point — a brownout, outage, surge, or someone flipped the breaker. It is not a failure of the oven itself.

What causes the PF code on a Whirlpool oven?

Power outage or short interruption: Utility power dropped long enough for the control to lose state. Voltage sag or surge: A momentary brownout or spike that the control flagged as a power event. Breaker tripped or shut off: Someone tripped the breaker feeding the oven, or it tripped on its own.

Is it safe to keep using a Whirlpool oven with a PF error?

Yes — fix when convenient. This is rated a minor-severity fault.

How do I fix PF on a Whirlpool oven?

Press Cancel or Clear to dismiss the code. Reset the clock to the correct time. If PF won't clear, kill power at the breaker for 1 minute and restore.

Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: producthelp.whirlpool.com.