Frigidaire dishwasher PF: power failure
Frigidaire says PF indicates a loss of power and can normally be cleared from the controls.
What this guide covers
Error codes: PF
This guide follows a structured decision tree built from manufacturer troubleshooting information. It does not assume that the most commonly replaced part is the failed part, and it does not show an exact-fit replacement part unless model compatibility has been independently verified.
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Safe troubleshooting sequence
This reviewed path begins with a direct owner-safe action or status check rather than a branching question. Follow the step below, then use the interactive diagnostic if the condition persists.
- Press Start/Cancel as the model guide directs to clear the displayThen reselect the desired cycle if needed.
- If PF repeatedly returns without household outages, check the circuit/power stability rather than replacing dishwasher partsUse qualified electrical or appliance service as appropriate.
Reviewed outcomes
Clear the PF message and restart as needed
PF records a power interruption rather than identifying a failed dishwasher part.
Evidence strength: Strong
PF keeps returning without a known outage
Repeated unexpected power loss needs diagnosis of the supply or appliance connection.
Evidence strength: Strong
When professional diagnosis is the safer next step
Repeated unexpected power loss needs diagnosis of the supply or appliance connection.
Appliance Verdict stops before energized electrical testing, gas-system work, sealed-system work, and other checks that can create unnecessary risk. A technician can use the model, issue, and completed checks from the interactive diagnostic as a starting point.
Repair or replace?
A diagnosis and a repair decision are different questions. Once you have a real repair quote, compare the total repair cost with the all-in price of a comparable replacement. Warranty or protection-plan coverage, appliance age, reliability history, efficiency, and likely future repairs can all matter. Appliance Verdict’s interactive result includes a transparent cost comparison rather than a black-box replacement recommendation.
Manufacturer sources
Dataset reviewed through 2026-09-11. Appliance Verdict is independent and is not endorsed by the manufacturers cited. Always follow the exact owner or service documentation for your model.
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