Error Code 8E
The motion sensor inside the washer is not working correctly
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 8E
What This Means
MEMS sensor defective; Main PBA fault; Wire connector terminal disconnected or faulty
What actually causes this:
The vibration sensor (MEMS) has malfunctioned or its wiring is loose
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer, wait 60 seconds, and plug it back in — if the error returns, it needs service
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the MEMS sensor and PBA
- 2
2. Check the wire connector terminals
- 3
3. If MEMS sensor output is out of range (below 0.5V or above 4.5V), replace the sensor
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4. If sensor tests normal, replace Main PBA
Other Error Codes for WA50F9A8DSW
The washer cannot detect how much water is in the tub
The washer's motor cannot spin or is detecting a problem
The washer is not getting enough water to fill
The washer cannot pump the water out
The washer's control boards cannot communicate with each other
A button on the control panel appears to be stuck
The washer does not detect the door as properly closed
The washer cannot unlock the door after a cycle