Error Code 1E
The washer cannot detect the water level inside the tub.
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 1E
What This Means
Air hose connected to the water level sensor is damaged or punctured; Air hose is clogged with foreign material; Air hose is folded or kinked; Too much lubricant applied to the air hose insertion point; Hose disengaged from the sensor; Faulty water level sensor (internal soldering defect); Water level sensor terminal is disengaged; Main PBA fault; PBA connector terminal not connected
What actually causes this:
Most commonly caused by a kinked or disconnected air hose behind the washer drum.
First Thing to Check
Cancel the cycle, unplug the washer, wait 5 minutes, then restart. If the error returns, the hose or sensor needs attention.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the water level sensor terminal and connector are properly connected
- 2
2. Inspect the air hose for damage, kinks, folds, or clogs
- 3
3. Verify sensor frequency: should read approximately 25.5 kHz with no load (hose folded)
- 4
4. If the sensor is faulty, replace it
- 5
5. If the check persists despite corrective action, replace the main PBA
This Error Applies To
Samsung WW22K6800AW Series Washers (2015) (2015–present)
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