GE Range Error Code PF

PF stands for Power Failure. GE ranges with Quick Set 2 and Quick Set 3 controls display PF whenever the unit detects that power was interrupted and then restored. It is a notification, not a component fault. The display will keep flashing until you set the clock or select a cooking function.

Yes. PF does not disable any cooking functions. The range is fully operational. The flashing display is only prompting you to reset the clock or confirm a function selection. Once you do, the range returns to normal operation immediately.

If PF is caused by a simple power outage, there is no repair cost at all. Clearing it yourself by resetting the clock takes about ten seconds. If the cause is a loose power cord terminal, a replacement 3-wire or 4-wire range cord costs roughly 20 to 40 dollars and is a DIY-friendly repair. If the wall outlet or breaker is the problem, an electrician typically charges 100 to 250 dollars depending on the repair needed. Control board replacement, which is rarely the cause of PF, can run 200 to 400 dollars in parts alone.

Press the Clock pad and set the current time, or simply select a burner or oven function. Either action tells the Quick Set 2 or 3 control board that you have acknowledged the power interruption, and the PF display will stop flashing. No reset button or service procedure is needed.

Recurring PF codes without a known power outage typically point to an intermittent power supply problem. Check that the range's power cord terminals are seated firmly at both the range block and the wall outlet. Inspect the outlet for signs of heat damage or loose contacts. If the circuit breaker serving the range is old or undersized, it may be tripping briefly under load. A licensed electrician can test the outlet and breaker if the issue persists.