Jenn-Air Microwave PF Error: Power Failure
What Does Jenn-Air Microwave Error Code PF Mean? The PF code on a Jenn-Air microwave is a power failure notification. The microwave detected a loss of electrical power and is alerting you so you can reset the clock and check on any food that was being cooked. What to Do Press the cancel or clear […]
Quick Assessment
Answer to continue safely
Is it safe to keep using?
Yes. PF is informational. The microwave works normally after dismissing the alert.
Can I reset the code?
Yes. Press cancel or clear to reset. Set the clock to the correct time.
When to stop immediately?
Stop if you notice: PF appears repeatedly without outages, Breaker trips when microwave is used.
Symptoms You May Notice
Display flashes PF or clock resets
The microwave shows PF on the display or the clock reverts to a default time.
Cooking cycle was interrupted
If a cycle was running, it has been cancelled and the food may be partially cooked.
Alarm beeps on power return
The microwave beeps to alert you that power was lost.
Possible Causes
Power outage
The home experienced a power outage or momentary interruption.
DIY PossibleTripped circuit breaker
The circuit breaker for the microwave has tripped.
DIY PossibleSafe Checks You Can Do
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Clear the PF display
Press the cancel or clear button to dismiss PF and reset the clock.
If food was being cooked, check its doneness before eating — partial cooking may leave food unsafe.
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Check the breaker
If no general outage occurred, check the circuit breaker panel.
Built-in microwaves should be on a dedicated circuit.
When to Call a Professional
Contact a qualified technician if:
- Dedicated circuit shows wiring issues
- Microwave draws excessive current
- Internal power supply is failing
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