Samsung washing machine getting an error code? Here is information that will assist you in identifying what may be making your Samsung washer display an error code. Identifying what the error or fault code is will help you to repair your washer. The Samsung specific error fault codes below are to give you an idea as to what part is at fault. You may have to do further troubleshooting to find what may be causing the fault for that specific part.
Samsung Washing Machine Error/Fault Codes – Probable Fault Identifiers
Samsung Washing Machine Fault Codes
(Newer Model Number Samsung Front Load Washers)
dL
The door was unlocked while the washer was running
dS
The door was opened while the washer was running
d5
The door was opened while the washer was running
FL
The washer failed to lock the door
Hr
Washer temperature control problem
Heater Relay Failure (on main PCB)
LO
The door will not unlock
5E or SE
Washing machine has failed to drain the water
4E
Water fill time out
ND
Water Does Not Drain From Washer
NF
Water fill time out = No Fill
dE
Washing machine door detected as being open
UE
Washing machine has detected an imbalanced load
DC
Washing machine has imbalanced load and will not spin
3E
Motor Drive Error or Hall Sensor Error
bE
Motor short error
OE
Washing machine has detected an overfill situation
LE
Water leak –Â Excessive SUDS – Bad water level switch
HE
Water heating error detected
tE
Water heating sensor (thermistor) error detected
IE
Water level sensor fault
CE
Abnormal water temperature detected
Samsung washing machine error codes list and solutions
Samsung Washing Machine Fault Codes (Older Samsung Washers)
E1
Not filling in allocated time
E2
Pump won’t empty – not draining
E3
Overflow – overfilling with water
E4
Out Of Balance (OOB) detected
E5
Water temp rising or falling too quickly
E6
Water temp rising or falling too quickly
E7
Pressure switch
E8
Temp too high on low temp washes
E9
Water leak, Water level has reduced
EA
Motor generator error
EB
Motor error
EC
Thermistor
ED
Door Open
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Samsung washer model #WF209ANWAR/XXA. I’m getting E3 error code. Checked the wires and they are all in place. Even unplugged it like one website said to do. I don’t know what else to do or what would need to be replaced. My husband was the one to look up the code and what to do to try to fix it. But he is not home and I would like to know what to do next?
This washer Samsung WA400 goes unbalanced with or without clothes in it. Thinking the suspension rods and springs need replaced.
Thomas,
Do you believe the machine is actually seeing a true unbalanced wash load or the washer is sensing a false unbalance? Is the issue constantly happening or is it every now and then? Are you overloading the washer or washing large items like blankets or towels? Here is a Samsung washer DC error video to let you see what Samsung suggests.
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I have a Samsung WA400 that goes into an unbalanced condition and gives a DC error code. It will only spin for four minutes. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Alison,
If your Samsung washing machine is flashing or displaying the E2 error code, the control panel is most likely needing to be replaced. This error code indicates the computer senses a stuck or shorted key on the keypad. The key pad is actually a user interface PCB control.
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Just replaced the pump in my Samsung front load washer 2 months ago. It worked fine and then we moved and now it’s throwing an E2 code. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
M.T. Mirza,
Is the door locked and will not open? You may have a door locking mechanism fault. Check wiring harnesses and test door lock with meter. Have you tried unplugging the washer for 5 minutes?
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Our Samsung washing Machine WD8602R8W is not working. It is not showing any error code. When we push the button to start it, it’s stuck and shows the sign of a lock (not the child lock) simply the photo of a lock. Will be pleased if someone can guide to solve the problem.
Cain,
Either get a new drain hose or reposition it and secure it so this does not happen. If the drain hose is NOT the issue, you may have a clogged drain pump. Check drain pump for debris.
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I have a Samsung with yo the 5E error too. I have checked and cleaned the debris filter an have the drain hose now going directly into the tub. A bit of water comes out the drain hose as it tries to drain but I suspect not enough. Still getting the 5E error when I try a rinse and spin.