Whirlpool · Washer
Whirlpool Error Code PF — Power Failure
Power was interrupted mid-cycle. Often clears after power restore; not always a part failure.
What PF Means
Power was interrupted mid-cycle. Often clears after power restore; not always a part failure. On Whirlpool washers, code PF (Power Failure) is one of the faults West Metro Appliance Repair sees across Eden Prairie and the Twin Cities metro. The control board sets this code when sensors or timers do not match the expected program logic. Homeowners often notice longer cycles, incomplete results, unusual noises, or a completely stopped appliance before reading the code on the display or in a companion app. Because Minnesota hard water, winter dryer-vent icing, and garage installations change failure patterns, we always verify the live symptoms—not only the code number—before recommending parts.
Models & platforms
Seen across popular Whirlpool washer lines sold in Minnesota. Always match the model and serial tag before ordering parts—the same code text can map to different boards by series.
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Symptoms You May Notice
- Display shows PF or a message related to power failure
- Cycle pauses, cancels, or will not start on the washer
- Unusual noises, incomplete performance, or repeated beeping
- Problem returns after a simple power reset
Common Causes of PF
Cause 1
Failed sensor, switch, or harness related to power failure
Cause 2
Restricted airflow, drain path, or water supply
Cause 3
Control board logic fault or low line voltage event
Cause 4
Debris, ice, lint, or mineral scale interfering with components
Cause 5
Worn door lock, pump, fan, or heating components
Safe DIY Checks Before You Call
Stop and call a pro for gas odors, flooding, burning smells, or shock hazards
Power reset
Unplug the washer (or switch off the breaker) for 5 full minutes. This clears transient board states on many Whirlpool models and is a safe first step.
Check the obvious
Confirm doors/lids closed, child lock off, supply valves open, and lint filters/drain filters clean. Many “Power Failure” calls are airflow, drain, or supply issues.
Inspect hoses and vents
Look for kinks, crushed drain hoses, frozen exterior dryer vents, or shutoff valves only partially open—common in Twin Cities basements and laundry closets.
Retry a short cycle
After the reset, run a short diagnostic or rinse/drain (laundry) or bake/preheat (cooking) cycle and watch whether power failure returns immediately.
Note the exact code
Write down the full code string, model number from the tag, and what the appliance was doing when it failed. That information speeds OEM parts lookup.
When to Call West Metro Appliance Repair
If PF returns after a power reset and basic cleaning, stop repeated restart attempts—especially on gas appliances or units leaking water. West Metro Appliance Repair technicians carry OEM-quality parts for Whirlpool washers and can confirm the failed component with manufacturer diagnostics across Eden Prairie, Maple Grove, Apple Valley, and the metro.
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