Error Code OE
The washer is overfilling with water
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: OE
What This Means
Water supplied continually because water level detection does not work; Drain hose clogged at narrow section causing water level detection failure; Water supplied continually because of freezing in the water supply valve; Foreign material in the water supply valve causing continuous water supply; Water level sensor terminal out of place; Water level sensor degraded
What actually causes this:
The water level sensor stopped working and the washer keeps filling without stopping
First Thing to Check
Turn off the washer immediately and close the water supply faucets behind the machine
Parts Involved
How to Fix
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1. Check the hose — this error occurs if it is torn or has a hole
- 2
2. If the water level sensor has a functional error, replace it
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3. Check for freezing in winter season — if water is frozen, use hair dryer to defrost hose
- 4
4. Consider relocating the unit to a warmer location
- 5
5. Check water level sensor terminal connections
Other Error Codes for WA5471ABP
The washer's motor can't spin properly
The washer can't detect the water level inside the tub
The washer isn't filling with water properly
The washer's control boards can't communicate with each other
The washer's lid won't unlock after the cycle
The washer's lid won't lock to start the cycle
The washer's water heating element has a problem
A temperature sensor in the washer is not reading correctly