Samsung Dishwasher · Code CE

Samsung Dishwasher CE code: Control communication error

The control panel and the main control board are not communicating.

Most common causes

  1. Temporary glitch after a power interruption
  2. Loose wiring between the boards
  3. Failed control panel or main board

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Turn the power off at the breaker for 30 seconds, then back on and restart.

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: samsung.com · samsung.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does CE mean on a Samsung Dishwasher?

The control panel and the main control board are not communicating.

Can I clear the CE code myself?

Try these first: Turn the power off at the breaker for 30 seconds, then back on and restart. Call a technician if the code returns after a power reset.

How much does it cost to fix a CE code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other Samsung Dishwasher codes

4C · Water supply error5C · Drain errorHE · Heating / temperature detection errorLC · Leak detectedOC · Overfill error1E · Clogged filter (Waterwall) or heater overheat (rotary)3C · Pump failure3E · Incoming water too hot7E · Waterwall reflector error9E · Not enough waterbE · Stuck buttonHC · High temperature heater errortE · Temperature sensor error

Still showing the code?

A FixPro technician will find the cause and give you a flat price. $79.00 diagnostic, credited toward the repair.

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