Quick answer
Reset once after checking the outlet and breaker; stop if power drops again.
Safety note
Disconnect power before opening panels or touching wiring. If water is leaking near electricity, stop and call a qualified technician.
Related problem hub
See more power supply or reset condition appliance codes across other brands and appliance types.
What PF means
On many Samsung washer models, PF belongs to the power supply or reset condition category. The control noticed a power interruption, polarity issue, or voltage condition.
Codes and exact steps can vary by model number, production year, and regional design. Use this guide as first-pass orientation and confirm model-specific details with the manufacturer source listed below.
Before you start
Write down the full model number and the exact display text before changing parts or clearing the control. Similar-looking codes can map to different model families, and a reset can erase useful timing clues.
If the appliance shows active leaking, a burning smell, smoke, gas odor, repeated breaker trips, or water near power, stop this checklist and use qualified service.
Common causes
- Recent outage or breaker trip
- Loose plug or overloaded outlet
- Incorrect outlet voltage or polarity
- Electrical supply issue
Recommended check order
- Confirm the model number and exact code spelling.
- Confirm the power cord is fully seated.
- Reset the breaker once; do not keep resetting a breaker that trips again.
- Avoid extension cords for major appliances.
- Use a qualified electrician for outlet or voltage checks.
- Run one controlled reset only when the appliance is dry, stable, and safe.
- Stop if PF returns immediately or appears on an empty test.
Safe checks before service
- Confirm the power cord is fully seated.
- Reset the breaker once; do not keep resetting a breaker that trips again.
- Avoid extension cords for major appliances.
- Use a qualified electrician for outlet or voltage checks.
What not to do
- Do not keep resetting a breaker that trips again.
- Do not use extension cords or undersized adapters for appliance testing.
- Do not bypass locks, sensors, fuses, or leak protection to force a cycle.
- Do not open powered panels or touch wiring for a code check.
- Do not assume one display code proves one specific part has failed.
Stop and call a technician when
- The breaker trips repeatedly.
- The outlet is hot, loose, or discolored.
- The appliance reports a power code on a known-good circuit.
FAQ
Is PF always a broken part?
No. On a Samsung washer, PF usually identifies a power supply or reset condition category. A blocked hose, dirty filter, uneven load, or unsafe operating condition can trigger a code before a part failure is confirmed.
Can I reset PF?
A single power reset can be reasonable after visible checks are complete and the appliance is safe. If PF returns immediately, treat it as an active fault rather than a nuisance message.
Why does model number matter?
Brands reuse similar code text across model families. The model number controls the exact manual steps, access points, and service boundary.
Aliases and related display text
People may search for this same condition using different capitalization or alternate display forms.
- PF
- Power Failure