Error Code AE
The control boards inside the washer can't communicate
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: Warm LED flash
What This Means
Wire connections between sub and main PBAs disconnected; Sub PBA short-circuited because of moisture; Main PBA communication circuit faulty
What actually causes this:
A wire came loose between the two control boards, or moisture got inside
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer for 60 seconds and plug it back in
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the wire connections and terminal contacts between the sub and main PBAs
- 2
2. Check for disconnected wires
- 3
3. Check whether the sub PBA is short-circuited because of moisture
- 4
4. If the main PBA's communication circuit is faulty, replace it
Other Error Codes for WA40A3005AW
Water is leaking inside the washer
Too much water is in the washer or the water level sensor failed
The laundry load is uneven and the washer can't spin safely
The incoming water is too hot
A button on the washer control panel appears stuck
The washer can't detect the water level properly
The washer isn't filling with water
The washer can't drain the water out