Samsung Dishwashers2016–present

Error Code CE

The dishwasher's control boards are not communicating with each other

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: CE (indicated by check code display 60)

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 Main PBA and Sub PBA is damaged

What actually causes this:

A power surge or loose wire disrupted the connection between the control boards

First Thing to Check

Turn off the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, wait 60 seconds, then turn it back on

Parts Involved

Main PBASub PBAWire Harness

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. Check the CN2 connector on the Main PBA — ensure it is fully seated

  2. 2

    2. Check the matching connector on the Sub PBA in the control panel

  3. 3

    3. Inspect wire harness between Main PBA and Sub PBA for damage

  4. 4

    4. Reconnect all communication connectors firmly

  5. 5

    5. If error persists, replace Sub PBA

  6. 6

    6. If error still persists, replace Main PBA

This Error Applies To

Samsung DW80M2020US Series Dishwashers (2016) (2016–present)

Service manual exact match: DW80M2020US/AA

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