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Flashing : or PF

Flashing ':' or 'PF' in display — Power failure

KitchenAid · Microwave Oven

What does Flashing : or PF mean?

The display shows a flashing colon (':') or 'PF', indicating that the microwave oven experienced a power failure. The clock setting has been lost.

Common Causes

  • Temporary power outage
  • Microwave oven was unplugged and re-plugged

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Reset the clock on the microwave oven.

  2. 2

    Touch CLOCK, then enter the current time using the number pads.

  3. 3

    Touch CLOCK or the Start control to set the new time.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: KitchenAid Microwave Oven
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