Error Code OE
Too much water is in the washer
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: OE
What This Means
Water level detection failure; Drain hose clogged; Freezing or foreign material in water supply valve; Water level sensor degraded; Water level sensor terminal out of place
What actually causes this:
The water level sensor stopped working
First Thing to Check
Unplug immediately if water is overflowing
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Replace water level sensor if faulty
- 2
2. Check hose for tears/holes
- 3
3. Check for winter freezing — use hair dryer
- 4
4. Consider relocating to warmer location
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA45H7000AW Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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