Error Code OE
The washer is overfilling with water beyond the normal level
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: OE
What This Means
Water level detection not working — water supplied continuously; Drain hose clogged with injection error at narrow section, water level detection fails; Water supply valve frozen or blocked by foreign material, water supplied continuously; Water level sensor degraded; Water level sensor fault; Hose torn or has a hole; Freezing in the winter season
What actually causes this:
The water level sensor failed, so the washer does not know when to stop filling with water
First Thing to Check
Turn off the washer immediately and close the water faucets behind it to stop water from entering
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the water level sensor — if it has a functional error, replace it
- 2
2. Check the hose — this error occurs if it is torn or has a hole
- 3
3. Consider freezing in the winter season — use hair dryer to defrost hose and consider relocating the unit to a warmer location
- 4
4. Check if water is frozen in the hose in the winter season
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA456DRHDW Series Washers (2012) (2012–present)
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