How do I fix error code AE on my Samsung WA45M3100AW?

1. undefined: 1. Check connector connections between sub and main PBAs 2. undefined: 2. Check for loose connections 3. undefined: 3. Remove sub PBA and check soldering

Samsung WA45M3100AWWasher

Error Code AE

Q: What does error code AE mean on a Samsung WA45M3100AW?

The control boards can't communicate with each other Incorrect/loose connector connections between sub and main PBAs; Faulty soldering on sub PBA C/Panel

The control boards can't communicate with each other

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: Warm LED Flash

What This Means

Incorrect/loose connector connections between sub and main PBAs; Faulty soldering on sub PBA C/Panel

What actually causes this:

A wire between the control boards came loose

First Thing to Check

Unplug for 60 seconds and try again

Parts Involved

Sub PBAMain PBA

How to Fix

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1. Check connector connections between sub and main PBAs
2
2. Check for loose connections
3
3. Remove sub PBA and check soldering

Parts Commonly Needed for This Error

OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers

Other Error Codes for WA45M3100AW

A button appears stuck on the control panel

The washer's motor isn't working

The washer isn't filling with water

The washer can't drain the water out

Water is leaking inside the washer

Too much water is filling the washer

The laundry load is uneven

An internal sensor board stopped working

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