Error Code 1E
The water level sensor is not reading correctly
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 1E
What This Means
Water level sensor fault; Incorrect connections of the water level sensor; The hose part for the water level sensor is folded; Main PCB fault
What actually causes this:
The small rubber hose connected to the water level sensor got kinked or the sensor itself failed
First Thing to Check
Try unplugging the washer for 2 minutes and restarting — if the error returns, it needs service
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the water level sensor frequency. Frequency: Approx 26.4 KHz (Min 25.9 KHz) without water winding
- 2
2. Check the water level sensor connections and the sensor terminal contacts
- 3
3. Make sure to check the material used (Checking Part: Orange Wire, Sensor Color: Blue)
- 4
4. If the water level sensor is faulty, replace it
- 5
5. If the error persists despite taking the action above, replace the PBA
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA48H7400A Series Washers (2014) (2014–present)
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