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Kitchen Appliance Fault Codes

Fault codes or error codes for appliances including washing machines, washer dryers, cookers, dishwashers and fridges.

Error codes for Samsung Dishwasher

  • Product Types: Dishwasher

Please do take care to read the information thoroughly as it is there to help you understand fault codes and to keep you safe. There are also some help, tips and hints with a lot of the fault codes published here that you usually will not find anywhere else and, as we learn, we add more information so if you can't find what you need please ask in the forums.

Before using this section please understand that fault or error codes are used as a diagnostic aid, they are not a replacement for diagnostic skill on the part of the person repairing the product and are not in any way usually going to point to the precise component that is faulty. All they do is give you an idea of where to start looking for the fault.

Samsung Dishwasher Error codes

These error code explanations can help you diagnose a problem with your Samsung Dishwasher.

4E

Water Inlet Valve

Issue:
Water Inlet Valve
Advice:
Clean and /or replace. We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

5E

Drain problem

Issue:
Drain problem
Advice:
Check drain hoses. Replace drain pump. We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

LE

Leak

Issue:
Leak
Advice:
Check for leaks

4E

No water detected in the tub for 5 minutes after starting the dishwasher

Issue:
Make sure that the water supply cut-off valve for the dishwasher is fully open. Unplug the dishwasher and shut off the water supply, and then disconnect the fill line and examine the water inlet valve. If the inlet screen is clogged, replace the water valve—don’t just clean the screen, because debris could enter the valve body, causing the valve to stay open, resulting in flooding. Check the wiring connections on the water inlet valve and secure any loose connections. If the water valve won't open when activated, replace it.
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

4E1

Water entering the dishwasher is more than 176 degrees

Issue:
Check the temperature of the hot water at your kitchen faucet. If the temperature is above 120 degrees, lower the setting on the water heater. If the water temperature is below 176 degrees, the thermistor (temperature sensor) is defective. Replace the thermistor. If the problem persists, replace the main power board assembly (PBA).
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

tE1

Thermistor (temperature sensor) error

Issue:
Unplug the dishwasher and reconnect any loose wires on the on the thermistor wire harness. Replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire harness is okay, replace the thermistor. If the problem persists, replace the main power board assembly (PBA).
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

5E

Not draining or not draining fast enough

Issue:
Clear clogs from the sink drain. Unplug the dishwasher and clear clogs from the dishwasher drain hose and drain pump. If the drain hose or the drain pump is damaged, replace it.
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

oE

Overflow error

Issue:
Unplug the dishwasher or shut off the house circuit breaker for the dishwasher to disconnect electrical power. If water continues to fill the tub, replace the water inlet. If filling stops when you disconnect power, replace the main power board assembly (PBA).
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

LE

Water leak detected

Issue:
Check for a water leak under the dishwasher. Examine the hoses, drain pump and tub. Replace any leaking components.
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

HE

Heater failure

Issue:
Unplug the dishwasher and check the wiring connections on the heater. Replace the heater if it’s damaged. If the heater is okay, replace the main power board assembly (PBA).
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

HE1

The thermistor (temperature sensor) detects 176 degree water or above in the tub

Issue:
Unplug the dishwasher or shut off the house circuit breaker to disconnect electrical power. Carefully open the dishwasher door and check the temperature of the water in the tub. If the water is close to 176 degrees, the heater relay on the main power board assembly (PBA) is likely stuck in the Closed position; replace the main PBA. If the water is less than 176, the thermistor (temperature sensor) is likely defective. Replace the thermistor. If the problem persists, replace the main PBA.
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

9E

Low water level error

Issue:
Empty any dishes that flipped and are filled with water and restart the cycle. Adjust the leveling feet on the dishwasher if it’s not level. Reconnect any loose wires on the wire harness for the water level sensor. Replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wire harness connections are okay, replace the water level sensor.
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

bE2

Stuck button on the control panel

Issue:
Press all the buttons on the control panel to attempt to free up the stuck key. If the key remains stuck, replace the control panel.
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

PE

Half-load error

Issue:
Unplug the dishwasher and reconnect any loose wires on the distributor plate motor and micro-switch. Replace the wire harness if damaged. If the wires are okay, replace the distributor motor assembly, which includes the distributor plate motor and the micro-switch.
Advice:
We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Samsung Dishwasher Repairs in London.

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