GE Appliances Refrigerator Error Code PF

What Does Error Code PF Mean on a GE Appliances Refrigerator?

Power failure — power to the refrigerator was interrupted.

PF indicates the refrigerator lost power at some point, so food may have warmed during the outage. It is a notice, not a component fault.

What Causes Error Code PF?

Here are the most common causes in order of frequency. Start with the most likely cause before moving to the next:

1. 1
   Household power outage 80% of cases
2. 2
   Breaker tripped or plug disturbed 20% of cases

How to Fix GE Appliances Refrigerator Error Code PF

1. 1

   Clear the code

   Press any dispenser button (or pad) to clear PF.

2. 2

   Check food safety

   Discard anything held above 40°F for more than 2 hours.

3. 3

   Verify cooling resumed

   Confirm both compartments are returning to temperature.

How to Reset Error Code PF

Note: If the error returns after resetting, the underlying issue has not been resolved. Work through the fix steps above.

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Same Code on Other Brands

Error code PF appears on these other brands too. See every brand that shows PF →

LG Dryer PF

Power failure — cycle interrupted

LG Oven PF

Power failure — unit lost power during operation (not a fault)

Whirlpool Washing Machine PF

Power failure — a power interruption stopped the cycle

Whirlpool Dryer PF

Power failure — a power interruption stopped the cycle

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Sources & References

• • GE Appliances Support — official manufacturer documentation
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Content verified against manufacturer service documentation. Last verified: June 10, 2026.