| Error Code | Appliance | Meaning | Safe first steps | Technician required | Related help |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 39E / 39C | Refrigerator | Ice maker function error. | Do not unplug unless directed. Note the code and request service. | Yes — service is recommended. | |
| 40E / 40C | Refrigerator | Ice room fan error. | Do not unplug unless directed. Note the code and request service. | Yes — service is recommended. | |
| 84C | Refrigerator | Ice maker sensor error. | Do not unplug unless directed. Note the code and request service. | Yes — service is recommended. | |
| 4C / 1 4C / nF / 4E | Washer | Not filling error. | Verify hot/cold hoses are connected correctly, valves are fully open, hoses are not kinked, and inlet screens are not blocked. | Yes — if the washer still will not fill after these checks. | |
| nd / 5E / SE / 5C / SC / 1 5C | Washer | No drain error. | Perform Samsung's safe no-drain checks (clean drain filter, inspect drain hose routing/kinks, and remove simple blockages). | Yes — if drain troubleshooting does not clear the code. | |
| 3E | Dishwasher | High temperature water supply error. | Verify the incoming hot water supply is not above 176°F. | Yes — if the supply temperature is normal but the error remains. | |
| 4C / 4E | Dishwasher | Water supply error. | Perform Samsung's safe water-supply checks for pressure, hose routing, valve position, and supply temperature. | Yes — if the dishwasher still cannot fill correctly. | |
| 5C / SC / 5E / SE | Dishwasher | Drain error. | Perform Samsung's safe drain troubleshooting, including checking the drain hose / air gap / sink connection for simple blockages. | Yes — if the drain problem remains. | |
| tS / t5 / tC / tO / t0 / tE / tE3 / tC5 / tCS / 1 tC / 1tC5 / 1tCS | Dryer | Temperature / temperature sensor error. | Clean the lint screen and the exhaust vent system to remove trapped heat. | Yes — if the error continues after cleaning. | |
| HC / hE / HC4 / 1 HC | Dryer | Heating / overheating error. | Clean the lint screen and vent system. For electric dryers, also confirm correct supply voltage. | Yes — if the error continues. | |
| AC / Et / AE / EEE / AE4 / AE3 / AE5 / E3 / 1 AC | Dryer | Communication error. | Shut off the dryer for 60 seconds, then turn it back on. | Yes — if the code remains. | |
| C-F0 | Ranges Wall Ovens | Communication error between electronic components. | Reset power. On certain induction range models, connect to SmartThings and apply the Samsung firmware update if available. | Yes — if the unit cannot be updated or the error remains after the update. |
Samsung Appliance Error Codes and Repair Signals for Bay Area Homes
Samsung error codes can point to washer drain failures, dishwasher fill problems, refrigerator fan or defrost faults, oven control issues, dryer heating errors, microwave sensor trouble, door detection problems, unstable power, or communication faults. Hotline Appliance Repair helps Bay Area homeowners understand what the warning may mean before professional diagnosis.

