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Samsung Dishwasher Error Code PE: Meaning and Fix

PE
How PE appears on a Samsung dishwasher display.
Samsung Dishwasher Upper Spray Arm Nozzle Assembly (part DD82-01119A), shown as the reference photo for code PE
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 PE

How to fix it

  1. Empty the dishwasher.
  2. Add detergent and run a half-load cycle.
  3. Check the spray assembly for debris.
  4. Have the diverter checked if the code repeats.

Parts you may need

PartPart no.Buy
Dishwasher Middle Spray Nozzle AssemblyDD82-01113AFind part

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Questions

What is half load?

A reduced spray mode for small loads.

Is it serious?

Usually not; full loads may still wash.

Fix?

Restart first, service if it repeats.

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.