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LG washer PF error: power failure interrupted the cycle
PF means power was interrupted. If it happens once during a real outage, restart the cycle; if it repeats, investigate the outlet/circuit/power connection…
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PF means power was interrupted. If it happens once during a real outage, restart the cycle; if it repeats, investigate the outlet/circuit/power connection before blaming the washer.
Check these first
- Confirm whether the home had an outage/breaker event.
- Check the plug/outlet for looseness, heat or damage without opening live wiring.
- Note whether PF appears when other high-load appliances run.
Fix it in this order
- After a real outage, restart the cycle once.
- If PF repeats, stop using a hot/damaged outlet and have the circuit/power connection inspected.
- If power supply is confirmed stable, service the washer power/control path.
Evidence to keep
- PF timing
- Breaker/outage history
- Outlet condition
Do not make it harder
- Extension cords for a washer
- Repeated breaker resets after a trip
How you know it is fixed
- The washer completes cycles without PF on a stable dedicated supply.
If the obvious fix does not work
- If the breaker trips, do not simply keep resetting it—find the electrical cause.
- If only this washer loses power on a stable circuit, appliance service is appropriate.
If this still isn't resolved
- Electrician for supply/circuit issues
- LG service if supply is stable
Sources for this path
Use these references to confirm provider-, model-, policy-, or jurisdiction-specific details before an irreversible step.
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