Error Code CE
The dishwasher's control boards can't talk to each other
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: CE
What This Means
Communications connection for the main PBA or sub PBA is not properly connected; Main PBA is defective; Sub PBA is defective; Wire harness between boards is damaged
What actually causes this:
A loose wire connection or a power glitch disrupted the communication between the main control board and the control panel
First Thing to Check
Turn off the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, wait 60 seconds, then turn it back on
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the CN2 connector between Main PBA and Sub PBA — reconnect
- 2
2. Check wire harness between the boards for damage
- 3
3. If connections are secure, replace Sub PBA
- 4
4. If CE persists, replace Main PBA
This Error Applies To
Samsung DW80M2020U Series Dishwashers (2016) (2016–present)
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