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PF

PF (power failure) - Drying cycle interrupted

Whirlpool · Smart Electronic Dryers

What does PF mean?

The dryer display shows 'PF' indicating that the drying cycle was interrupted due to a power outage or a temporary loss of power to the appliance. The current cycle cannot resume automatically.

Common Causes

  • Home power failure.
  • Interruption in the power supply to the dryer.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Touch and hold the START/PAUSE button to restart the current drying cycle.

  2. 2

    Alternatively, press the POWER button to clear the display if you do not wish to restart the cycle.

  3. 3

    Check other home appliances for power issues if the problem persists.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Whirlpool Smart Electronic Dryers
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