Your dishwasher did an excellent job, but suddenly flashed an error code on the display? So there is a problem that needs to be fixed. Having deciphered the mistakes of Samsung dishwashers, you can quickly find the problem.
Sometimes breakdowns are insignificant, so the user himself can fix them. Consider Samsung PMM DTCs.
How Samsung Trouble Codes Decrypt
What kind of malfunctions can be found in Samsung dishwashers? In the table below we provided a decryption of each code, and also suggested ways to troubleshoot the problem.
Malfunction code | What does the error mean? | Reasons for the appearance | What do we have to do |
E1 | A long set of water. | 1. Lack of water supply in the system. 2. The water tap is closed. 3. The inlet hose is clogged or pinched. 4. The door is poorly closed. 5. The filter mesh is clogged. | 1. Unscrew the tap and check for water in the water supply. 2. Turn the stopcock; it may have been shut off. 3. Inspect the water intake hose. It should be level. Maybe he was bent over or pinched by some object. 4. Close the door tightly. It is equipped with a lock. Until the lock locks the door, washing will not begin. 5. Clean the filter screen. It is located at the junction of the inlet hose with the PMM body. Turn off the water, unscrew the hose and rinse the net. |
E2 | What is the error code: the machine does not drain the water after washing the dishes. | 1. Problems with the drain hose. 2. The filter is clogged. 3. The drainage system is clogged. 4. The drain pump in the car is clogged. | How to fix a breakdown: 1. Inspect the drain hose that connects the dishwasher to the sewer. If it is pinched or twisted - the water will not drain. 2. The bottom filter is clogged with food debris. For normal drainage, clean the filter. But first, click the "Drain" button. 3. To check the drain hose for obstruction, disconnect its end from the drain and lower it into a bowl. If the drain does not occur, then you need to remove the hose and clean it from food debris and dirt. 4. In the event of a blockage, the drain pump can be cleaned with your own hands if you are familiar with the design of the dishwasher. But it’s better to call the master. |
E3 | No heating water. | 1. Faulty heater TEN. 2. The thermostat has broken. 3. The control module has failed. | Self repair when an error is detected: 1. Verify that the communications connection is correct. If the machine is new, you could mix up the hoses. 2. Check the set mode. If a delicate wash is set, then the heating temperature will not exceed 40 degrees. 3. Inspect the Samsung dishwasher filter for clogging. With reduced water circulation, the heater does not turn on. 4. Inspect the heater. If it is overgrown with scale, then the element needs cleaning. If the heater burns out, a complete replacement is required. 5. Install a new thermostat in the event of a malfunction. 6. To find out the cause of the module failure, and also to perform its replacement, only the master can. |
E4 | The meaning of the code on the Samsung dishwasher: too much water in the tank. | 1. Defective sensor, which monitors the water level in the tank. 2. Problems with the water intake valve. | How to help: 1. Check the level sensor; replace if necessary. 2. Inspect the intake valve. Replace if necessary. |
E5 | Water pressure too weak. | 1. Problems with the level sensor. 2. The dishwasher filter is clogged. 3. Clogged or kinked inlet hose. | 1. Inspect the level sensor. In the event of a breakdown, a replacement sensor is needed. 2. Clean the filter from clogging. 3. Check the inlet hose. Set up its location. |
E6-E7 | Problems with the temperature sensor. | The thermostat does not work, water heating does not start. | A new thermal sensor is required. |
E8 | The alternative valve is out of order. | If a failure is found after the check, the valve is replaced. | |
E9 | The program start button does not work. | 1. Detergents got into the connectors of the button and it stuck. 2. During operation, the button was sold. 3. There was a short circuit in the contacts leading to the button. | The panel with the button needs to be disassembled and cleaned. Check the contacts of the button, if they burn out - you need a replacement. |
UC | Incorrect mains voltage. | If the mains voltage is too low or too high, the dishwasher will not work, highlighting an error. You can wait until the voltage resumes, or call an electrician. | |
EA | Exceeded water level in the dishwasher. | 1. Incorrect level sensor data. | 1. Inspect the drain hose. If it is pinched or clogged, water will leave the machine poorly. It is necessary to clean the hose from blockage. 2. Check if the water sensor is working. Replace if necessary. |
3E2 | There is no signal from the tachometer. | It is necessary to check the wiring connections between the engine and the encoder. | |
Die | The door is not closed properly. | Press the machine door harder, otherwise the washing will not start. | |
Le | There was a water leak. | It is necessary to inspect the body of the dishwasher, identify and eliminate the cause of the leak. |
Before proceeding with the search for breakdowns, disconnect the Samsung dishwasher from the network, turn off the water supply.
If the error appears on the screen for the first time, it is important to know how to restart the PMM. Reboot is carried out by disconnecting the machine from the network for 15-20 minutes. If after turning on the error appears again on the screen - you need to look for a problem.
If you do not understand the device of the dishwasher, entrust the repair to a specialist. It’s easy to damage the parts, and it takes a long time to repair them.