The Clock Is Blinking & the Power Is Surging on My Kenmore Range

Troubleshoot your Kenmore range's blinking clock and power issues.

A flashing clock and a PF error code on your Kenmore range is caused by an overload of your home's fuses. Inadequate fuses in your home's fuse box are unable to handle your Kenmore range, as the cooking appliance requires 15-amp time-delay fuses or higher to provide electricity without overloading the fuse box. Time-delay fuses as well as proper setup of your Kenmore gas range is necessary to maintain a consistent stream of electricity without affecting your range or fuse box, as repeated electrical issues can result in expensive damage repair.

Things You'll Need

• 15-amp time-delay fuse

Instructions

1. Unplug the Kenmore range's power cord from the power outlet.

2. Open the fuse box door to access the fuses that provide power to the kitchen. Turn the fuse box power off. Unscrew the kitchen fuses out of the fuse box. Replace them with the 15-amp time-delay fuses.

3. Turn the fuse box switch on to restore power. Plug the range's power cable directly into the grounded power outlet.

4. Press "Clock" on the range's control panel, and push the up or down arrow to set the time.

5. Remove other high-powered appliances from the grounded power outlet. High-powered appliances, including refrigerators and microwaves, can overload the power outlet, resulting in a blown fuse.

References

• Manage My Life: Kenmore Pro Gas Range Use & Care Guide