Error Code dE1
The door lock mechanism is not working correctly
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: dE1
What This Means
Door lock switch terminal is connected incorrectly; Door lock switch terminal is broken; Electric wire leakage causing intermittent errors; Main PCB fault; Wire disconnected; Door lock switch unit is not inserted properly; Door lock switch unit is damaged
What actually causes this:
The door lock switch has worn out or a wire in the door area has come loose
First Thing to Check
Turn off the washer, wait 30 seconds, and restart — if the error persists, the door lock needs service
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the disconnection of the wire
- 2
2. Check whether the door lock switch unit is inserted and not damaged
- 3
3. If the door lock switch unit is defective, replace it
- 4
4. If the main PCB is defective, replace it
- 5
5. Check the door lock switch state and replace if defective
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA45H7000A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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