Browse 20 Samsung dishwasher error-code guides with exact meanings, display variants, safe first checks, model warnings, and official support references.
Codes covered: 1E, 3C, 4C / 4E, 5C / 5E, 7E, 9E, AP, bC2, bE / 6E, CE, dC, HC / HE, HC2, LC / LE, LC1, OC / OE, PC, PC1, PE, tE.
Samsung can reuse similar displays across product families. The exact dishwasher manual is the deciding source when a code differs by market or production year.
Select the characters exactly as shown. Each guide separates safe user checks from model-specific service work.
The 1E display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the filter or water-level path needs attention. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The 3C display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the wash pump is not operating as expected. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The 4C / 4E display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher is not receiving enough water. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The 5C / 5E display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher cannot drain correctly. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The 7E display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the WaterWall reflector cannot move correctly. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The 9E display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher detected an insufficient water level. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The AP display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher is in Wi-Fi setup mode. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The bC2 display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that a button has been pressed continuously. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The bE / 6E display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that a control-panel button is held or stuck. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The CE display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the control modules are not communicating. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The dC display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher door is not latched. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The HC / HE display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the water temperature or heater is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The HC2 display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the drying heater temperature is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The LC / LE display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the leak sensor detected water in the base. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The LC1 display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that water was detected in the dishwasher base. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The OC / OE display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the dishwasher detected too much water. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The PC display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the zone-wash diverter position is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The PC1 display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the diverter position cannot be confirmed. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The PE display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the half-load or zone-wash connection is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
The tE display on many Samsung dishwashers indicates that the temperature sensor signal is abnormal. Codes can vary by model, so match the full model number to the official manual before ordering parts.
A letter can resemble a number on a segmented display, and spaces or separators can change the diagnosis. Photograph the display before clearing it, note when it appears, and compare the complete model identifier with official Samsung support.
Troublio groups codes by both brand and device so a meaning from a dryer, dishwasher, washer, or printer is not applied to the wrong product. Every linked guide includes likely causes, checks in order, stop conditions, model warnings, and available official references.