Error Code OE
Too much water is building up inside the dishwasher
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: OE
What This Means
High-water float switch is broken; Water inlet valve is stuck open and cannot close; Main PBA has some problems
What actually causes this:
The water inlet valve is not closing properly, letting water continuously fill the machine
First Thing to Check
Turn off the dishwasher and shut off the water supply valve under the sink immediately
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the high-water float switch for proper operation
- 2
2. Check if the water inlet valve closes properly when power is removed
- 3
3. Inspect the float switch for debris preventing movement
- 4
4. Check Main PBA relay controlling the water inlet valve
- 5
5. If float switch and valve test normal, replace Main PBA
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
This Error Applies To
Samsung DW80N3030U Series Dishwashers (2018) (2018–present)
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