Samsung Washers2014–present

Error Code dE

Your washer door isn't closing or locking properly

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: dE

What This Means

Switch contact error because of deformation of the door hook; Door pulled open by force; Occurs during Boil wash because door is pushed due to pressure difference from internal temperature changes; Door not opened after door-open operation; Door not locked after door-close operation

What actually causes this:

The door wasn't shut firmly enough, or something is caught in the door seal preventing it from closing

First Thing to Check

Open the door, check for any clothes caught in the door seal, then close it firmly until you hear it click

Parts Involved

Door Lock SwitchMain PBADoor Hook

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. If a dS error occurs, check whether it occurs during the Boil cycle

  2. 2

    2. If detected that the door is open, close the door

  3. 3

    3. Check the door switch resistance — resistance between Pin 1 and Pin 3 must be approximately 175 Ohm

  4. 4

    4. Check and repair the power wire connections and insulation state

  5. 5

    5. If faulty, replace the door switch

  6. 6

    6. Check the main PBA door sensing circuit — if faulty, replace

This Error Applies To

Samsung WF42H5200A Series Washers (2014) (2014–present)

Service manual exact match: WF42H5200AP/A2Service manual exact match: WF42H5200AF/A2Service manual exact match: WF42H5200AW/A2

Need more help with your Samsung washers?