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Samsung Dishwasher Error Code AP: Meaning and Fix

AP
How AP appears on a Samsung dishwasher display.
Samsung Dishwasher Electronic Control Board (part DD82-01337B), shown as the reference photo for code AP
Product photo via AppliancePartsPros.com (Samsung OEM part)

Reading the dishwasher display

A dishwasher reports its fault in the display window, or by blinking a cycle light a set number of times with a pause between groups. Count the blinks and pauses before opening the door. Samsung codes combine a digit with a letter, and some alternate with the cycle time.

Samsung displays numeric-plus-letter codes such as 4C, 5E or 21E, and many models run a Smart Care self-check through the app. Washers and dryers often use letter pairs, refrigerators use number plus E. The codes apply to model numbers such as DW80R5061US, DW80K7050US and DV45T6000EW; check the label on your unit to confirm yours.

What causes AP

How to fix it

  1. If you want to connect it, finish the pairing steps in the SmartThings app.
  2. If not, switch the dishwasher off.
  3. Wait a few seconds and switch it back on.
  4. Check your manual for the exact buttons that start or cancel pairing.

Parts you may need

PartPart no.Buy
Dishwasher Electronic Control BoardDD82-01337BFind part

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Questions

Is AP an error?

No, it is a status that appears during Wi-Fi setup.

How do I leave AP mode?

Complete pairing or power cycle the unit.

Will it affect washing?

Not once you exit the mode.

Other Samsung dishwasher codes

Samsung Dishwasher Sump Assembly (part DD82-01246A), shown as the reference photo for code 1E1EClogged filter errorSamsung Dishwasher Sump Assembly (part DD82-01246A), shown as the reference photo for code HCHCHigh temperature heater errorSamsung Dishwasher Circulation Pump And Motor Assembly (part DD81-01640A), shown as the reference photo for code 3C3CPump operation errorSamsung Dishwasher Water Supply Tube (part DD82-01100A), shown as the reference photo for code 3E3EHigh temperature water supplySamsung Dishwasher Water Supply Tube (part DD82-01100A), shown as the reference photo for code 4C4CWater supply errorSamsung Dishwasher Drain Pump (part DD31-00005A), shown as the reference photo for code 5C5CDrain error

Sources

Part numbers are OEM references; confirm fit by your model number before ordering. Meanings compiled from manufacturer and parts-retailer documentation; see sources below. Unplug the appliance before opening it.

Applies to models including DW80R5061US, DW80K7050US, DW80J3020US, DW80N3030US, DW80R9950US.