Maytag Bravos dryer Error Code PF: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Maytag Bravos dryer error code PF means: Power failure. A power failure occurred while the dryer was running. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: Maytag Bravos dryer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	PF
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Maytag Bravos dryer
System	Power supply
Meaning (service chart)	Power failure. A power failure occurred while the dryer was running. [1]
Keep using it?	Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274
Source document	Maytag Bravos dryer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code PF means on a Maytag Bravos dryer

Power failure. A power failure occurred while the dryer was running. [1]

This is a power supply code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Maytag Bravos dryer error code PF (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on the Maytag Bravos dryer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (PF) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your bravos dryer and order the right parts.
Clear the code at the controls. Press Start to continue the cycle or press Stop to clear the display.
Do a power reset. Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker for one minute, then restore power and try again. If the code clears and stays away, it may have been a one-off fault.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If PF comes back after these checks, stop using the dryer for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.

The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Maytag Bravos dryer error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

Power cord

When to call a technician

If this code frequently appears, a technician should check the power cord and replace it if it's damaged.
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274 first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code PF mean on a Maytag Bravos dryer?

The Maytag Bravos dryer error-code chart lists PF as follows: Power failure. A power failure occurred while the dryer was running.

Is it safe to keep using the Bravos dryer with PF?

Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.

Can I fix Maytag Bravos dryer error PF myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274.

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Maytag Bravos dryer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Maytag.