How do I fix error code AE3 on a Samsung washers?

1. undefined: 1. Check connector connections between DR Module and main PBA carefully — look for incorrect or loose connections 2. undefined: 2. Remove the DR Module and check for any faulty soldering 3. undefined: 3. If connections are secure and soldering is intact, replace the DR Module or Main PBA

Samsung Washers2014–present

Error Code AE3

A control module inside your washer has lost its connection

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: AE3

What This Means

Signals between DR Module and main PBA not sensed due to communication error; Incorrect or loose connector connections between DR Module and main PBA; Faulty soldering on DR Module

What actually causes this:

A plug inside the washer came loose or has a bad solder joint on the circuit board

First Thing to Check

Turn off the washer, unplug it for 5 minutes, then plug it back in and try again

Parts Involved

DR ModuleMain PBA

How to Fix

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1. Check connector connections between DR Module and main PBA carefully — look for incorrect or loose connections
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2. Remove the DR Module and check for any faulty soldering
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3. If connections are secure and soldering is intact, replace the DR Module or Main PBA