PFMaytag Dryer — Maytag Dryer PF Error Code

PF (Power Failure) appears when the dryer detects that power was interrupted during an active drying cycle. This can be caused by a brief power outage, a tripped circuit breaker, a surge protector cutting power, or someone accidentally unplugging the unit. The dryer is informing you the cycle did not complete — it is not indicating any component failure. Electric dryers require a dedicated 240V/30A circuit; if the dryer is on a shared or undersized circuit, nuisance trips are possible.

Press Start/Pause to resume the interrupted cycle, or press Power to clear the code and begin a fresh cycle. If PF appears repeatedly without an obvious power event, check the dryer's circuit breaker — electric dryers use a double-pole 30A breaker, and one leg tripping while the other remains on can cause unusual behavior. Have an electrician inspect the circuit and outlet if the problem recurs.