PF
Avanti Power Failure or Voltage Interruption Detected by Control

PF or power failure message on Avanti range display, clock resets, oven cancels cooking cycle

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Recent power outage or brownout, Loose power cord connection at terminal block, Loose neutral or hot wire at house junction box, Faulty wall outlet or range receptacle

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off the breaker before inspecting the power connections at the range.

  • Confirm household power: Verify that other appliances and lights on the same circuit are stable. If the home recently experienced an outage, PF is normal.
  • Reset clock: Clear the PF message by pressing CLEAR/OFF or similar, then reset the clock. If PF does not return, no further action is needed.
  • Inspect terminal block: Pull the range out carefully. Remove the rear cover over the power terminal block. Check that the L1, L2, and N connections are tight and not burnt. Tighten loose screws and replace any burnt wires or the terminal block if damaged.
  • Check cord and outlet: Inspect the power cord for cuts or burn marks. Ensure the plug fits snugly in the outlet. Replace a loose or damaged cord or have an electrician replace a worn receptacle.

If PF occurs frequently without obvious power issues, the EOC may be overly sensitive or failing and may need replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Power Terminal Block
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