Samsung front load washer throws tE code
I am at wits end here folks. I don't know what to do about this washer i had to replace the back support spindle and finally got that done put the drum back together and the heating element was touching the drum reset that to where it ran through its little bracket and still the machine through the t3 code. I then replaced the thurmistor and still it throws the t3 code after waiting about 20 seconds. I don't know what else to do as all the code references from google searches say to replace the thermistor. I did and i know that bad parts come through but i would hope for $40 it wouldn't had been a bad part! PLEASE HELP ME i don't know what else to do! I can give you the model # if it helps also it is an american vs. of the machine!
Solution Summary
AI-generated from this discussion
This thread was marked as solved. Here's a summary of the problem and the fix, generated from the discussion below.
Samsung front load washer showing tE/t3 temperature sensor error after drum repair
- The problem
- After replacing the rear support spindle and reassembling the drum, the washer showed a t3/tE error after about 20 seconds. The heating element had initially been touching the drum but was repositioned correctly. The thermistor was then replaced, but the fault remained.
- Likely cause
- The accepted reply indicates the most likely cause is a wiring or connection fault in the thermistor circuit, especially as the problem appeared after earlier repair work. A PCB fault was mentioned as possible, but not confirmed.
- What fixed it
- Carefully check the thermistor wiring and all related connections, and if possible confirm continuity from the thermistor connections back to the PCB. As the fault started after other repairs, all disturbed wiring should be rechecked. The exact repair was not confirmed in the discussion.
- Checks to try
- Heating element position was reset into its bracket after it was found touching the drum
- Thermistor was replaced
- Recommended to check thermistor connections and wiring
- Recommended to verify continuity from the thermistor connections to the PCB
- Recommended to double-check all wires and connections disturbed during the earlier repair
- Parts or tools mentioned
- Thermistor
- PCB
Safety: Further diagnosis should be carried out by a suitably qualified appliance engineer.
1 Answer
If an error code implicates a thermistor but replacing it doesn't make any difference you need to carefully check the connections and wires to it. If possible verify continuity from each of the connections down to the pcb. It's always possible there's a fault in the pcb but don't change it because there's no guarantee it will make a difference. If the error code only happened after carrying out repairs double check all wires and connections.
Need Professional Help or Spare Parts?
Your Answer
Sign in to share your expertise and post an answer.
Related Questions
Hotpoint F7 E2 Fault
1 answer • 1 reply
My Bosch washing machine is stuck on 33 minutes remaining
1 answer • 1 reply
Bosch washing machine door lock accidentally triggered with the door open – how I reset it
0 answers • 2 replies
Cant identify the correct replacement carbon brushea
0 answers • 2 replies
LG washing machine making intermittent noise — video link included
1 answer • 4 replies