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Frigidaire Refrigerator Error PF

Power Failure. Indicates the unit has lost and regained power.

Power Failure. Indicates the unit has lost and regained power.

Updated Aug 18, 2026
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Frigidaire refrigerator repair guide for error PF
Error codePFRefrigerator

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Press any button on the control panel to clear the code.

  2. 2
    Check 2

    If the power was out for a long time, check the food for signs of spoilage.

  3. 3
    Check 3

    Verify that the outlet has power and the circuit breaker has not tripped.

A quick explanation

What does PF mean?

Power Failure. Indicates the unit has lost and regained power.

The answer you came for

How to fix Frigidaire refrigerator error PF

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    1. This code indicates a recent power outage, not a part failure. First, check the food in the refrigerator and freezer for signs of spoilage.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    2. Press any button on the control panel, or look for a specific 'Alarm Reset' or 'OK' button, to acknowledge the alert and clear the code from the display.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    3. Verify that the refrigerator is plugged securely into a working outlet.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    4. Check your home's circuit breaker box to ensure the breaker for the refrigerator has not tripped.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    5. Allow the refrigerator several hours to return to its set temperatures. Monitor the display to confirm it is cooling correctly.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix PF Error (Step-by-Step) This code indicates a recent power outage, not a part failure. First, check the food in the refrigerator and freezer for signs of spoilage.Press any button on the control panel, or look for a specific 'Alarm Reset' or 'OK' button, to acknowledge the alert and clear the code from the display.Verify that the refrigerator is plugged securely into a working outlet.Check your home's circuit breaker box to ensure the breaker for the refrigerator has not tripped.Allow the refrigerator several hours to return to its set temperatures. Monitor the display to confirm it is cooling correctly.Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.Check for simple blockages (lint screen, drain path, or filter) and clean anything you find.

What to Check Next on This Frigidaire Refrigerator Focused repair path: refrigerator door, airflow, sensor, defrost, dispenser, and control checks. Do not treat this as a reset-only problem if the code keeps returning; use what the appliance does during the failed part of the cycle to choose the next check. Confirm the doors close fully, the gaskets seal, and the display is not reacting to a door left open or a blocked switch. Check for blocked vents, heavy frost, stalled fans, warm compartments, or recent power interruptions before replacing electronic parts. If the code involves temperature or airflow, inspect the evaporator fan, thermistor, defrost path, wiring, and control connections. If the symptom follows a door or dispenser event, check the switch, harness, hinge wiring, and connector seating first. Use the full Frigidaire refrigerator model number before buying parts because sensors, boards, fans, and switches are model-specific. Check, inspect, clean, test, measure, remove, reconnect, clear, and replace parts only when the symptom supports that path. If these checks point toward a part, verify the complete Frigidaire model number from the appliance tag before ordering. The same error wording can use different valves, sensors, pumps, motors, heaters, locks, switches, or control boards depending on the exact model. Recommended Parts to Check No exact official OEM part number is listed here because the correct Frigidaire refrigerator part can vary by complete model number. These are targeted part-category searches, not universal fit claims. Whirlpool refrigerator thermistor Common replacement category: Temperature sensor / thermistor Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Frigidaire refrigerator model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: temperature, cooling, or alarm symptoms after vent and setting checks. Search Amazon for Whirlpool refrigerator thermistor Whirlpool refrigerator evaporator fan motor Common replacement category: Evaporator fan motor Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Frigidaire refrigerator model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: airflow and uneven-cooling symptoms after frost and obstruction checks. Search Amazon for Whirlpool refrigerator evaporator fan motor Whirlpool refrigerator control board Common replacement category: Electronic control board Fit note: Exact OEM part number varies by complete Frigidaire refrigerator model number. Confirm compatibility before buying. Why this category can matter: repeating electronic or cooling-control faults after power and wiring checks. Search Amazon for Whirlpool refrigerator control board Before ordering: match the part to the complete Frigidaire refrigerator model number on the appliance tag.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

What may be causing it?

  • The unit lost power due to a power outage
  • The refrigerator was temporarily unplugged

These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

No replacement part recommended for this code

The researched guidance for Frigidaire Refrigerator error PF points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.

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Safety first

Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.

When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
  • Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.

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Reviewed by the Appliance Fix Guide Editorial Team

Last reviewed and updated Jun 20, 2026 · Educational repair guidance, not a professional diagnosis

  • Researched against manufacturer documentation and service literature where available.
  • Safety-first structure: every guide starts with the safest first action and states when to stop and call a professional.
  • Part compatibility is treated cautiously: fitment must be confirmed against the exact model number before purchase.