Samsung Front Load Washer Error Codes and Test Mode - How to Troubleshoot a Samsung WF42H* Washer

If you are having Samsung Front load Washer problems, then this video will help you gather info and ideas on how to fix the problem. At the end of the video, I have the official Samsung Washer Error Code list as well as how to fix them as per Samsung.

Entering the Samsung Washer Diagnostic Mode isn't entirely easy - the button presses are simple, but sometimes it doesn't connect properly, which I mention at the end of the video. However, once you enter the various modes including the Samsung Washer Test Mode, you have some REALLY POWERFUL features to help you understand what exactly is going on with your machine, and hopefully get some ideas on how to fix it.

The code list starts around the 5:13 mark, and include:

- Samsung Washer 1E Code
- Samsung Washer 3E Code
- Samsung Washer E3 Code
- Samsung Washer NF Code
- Samsung Washer ND Code
- Samsung Washer AE Code
- Samsung Washer DS Code
- Samsung Washer DL Code
- Samsung Washer LO Code
- Samsung Washer HR Code
- Samsung Washer OE Code

I hope this video helps you troubleshoot your Samsung Front Load Washer - if I missed something, or you have other questions, let me know in the comment field below!

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[windymohamed]

Thank you Ben. My washer was locked with a load inside. I followed your test instructions, it unlocked the door, I confirmed the drum still had water. I put it in spin test. It drained and spinned. Pushed the start button at the end of the test and door unlocked.
I guess I don't have to wheel this Samsung to the curb tonight.

[justagirlsd]

Thanks Ben! Our washer was overloaded and it got stuck and we couldn't figure out how to reset it or get the error code back. You saved me from calling a repair person!

[longhornjay]

Ben this is a wonderful and helpful video, if you ever decide to reshoot it and include water tests that would be awesome. Also, small 'flick flub' the first test mode you put the machine into you say hit the 'soil level' button after getting the machine into 'd' mode but you clearly hit 'spin' to get into the next mode. keep up the good work!

[zamemer]

Three years ago and still helpful, this really helped a lot 🙏

[patrickmercado]

One of the best if not best troubleshooting videos. Just changed my ECM for a fail to complete spin mode. I’m gonna try to clear all codes, reset water level and whatever else I can do to create a flawless running machine.

[TMWelds]

If you’re having an issue with the 4E code, take the hoses off of the back of the washer and get a pair of needle nose pliers and pull that little filter out of the threaded plastic piece and clean that really well. I was having that issue and this seems to have solved it. The screen on the filter is really fine so it don’t take much to slow the water flow down and throw the code.

[richiebledsoe]

Thank you my girlfriend moms washer died! This is the first video I found and wanted to say thanks for the great content! To the point and no bs is greatly appreciated!!

[ColdFuse]

Thanks so much for this video!!! I bought one of these at a yard sale recently, and I never would have figured out how to go into diagnosis mode without you!!!

[jamshedahmad]

Thanks for the Video,
Just need your advice, I have same washer which has AE 6 and 7E 14 . Any suggestions?

[jeremyrhudy]

Hello Ben love the video it has been very helpful when I can get it to stay on long enough to get through it. The problem I am having is that it will turn off and back on several times throughout the cycle. Now I can hardly get it to stay on long enough for me to get to test mode. Any suggestions?

[Ritaferdi]

Im dog sitting and don't know how to use the machine... It had a de code... However after watching your video I did get it to start... Thank you

[Andre-tcwj]

Ben, do you have more videos related to the model. Mines has a 3E2 error. I replaced RPS No spin. When I ran the diagnostic after replacing RPS error was gone but it still doesnt spin and error returned. How do you test the windings and RPS? Thanks for video

[georgevasilopoulos]

I have the OE error, cleared front filters but now it happens randomly, what else can I change or clean on the same exact washer you had in the video.

[SteveStockmalMusic]

Hello and thank you for doing this video !

At 1:51 you say to push the SOIL button, but you actually press the SPIN button...does it matter which one I push?
Thank you

[kathrynabbruzzese]

Great info, thank you. I'm want to find out what the ICON of the T-shirt mean? It comes up on the monitor now and then. THANKS

[jamisonblair]

Thank you!! You saved me a few hundred bucks. You the man 🤛

[wally]

Ben, seems like sammy is having lots of problems as usual, which brand is the most reliable these days? Thanks.

[umeshjain]

Thanks for a great video. I am getting 66.66 error in this machine. Can you suggest how to fix it?

[emiliosanchez]

Hi Ben. Great video. Can you help me try and repair my Samsung WF45K6500AW/A2 front load washer? The washer went dead during a wash and circuit breaker snapped off. The front door was locked water was in the tub. I turned on the breaker and it immediately snapped off. I changed the inverter board and it no longer snaps the breaker but it’s dead. I ordered the PCB. No change. Where should I check?

[Maloha]

Nothing happens on my washer when I press the Delay End and Soil Level buttons... any ideas?