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Samsung Dishwasher error code

Samsung Dishwasher Error OE

Immediately unplug dishwasher and turn off water supply.

Immediately unplug dishwasher and turn off water supply.

UnknownStart with 5-15 minutes of safe checks
✅ WORTH FIXINGParts under $100
Samsung dishwasher repair guide for error OE
Error codeOEDishwasher

Try these first

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Immediately unplug dishwasher and turn off water supply

    Immediately unplug dishwasher and turn off water supply.

  2. 2
    Remove standing water from tub using wet/dry vacuum

    Remove standing water from tub using wet/dry vacuum.

  3. 3
    Clean drain filter assembly per 5C procedure

    Clean drain filter assembly per 5C procedure: remove coarse and fine filters, rinse thoroughly.

A quick explanation

What does OE mean?

Immediately unplug dishwasher and turn off water supply.

The answer you came for

How to fix Samsung dishwasher error OE

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Immediately unplug dishwasher and turn off water supply

    Immediately unplug dishwasher and turn off water supply.

  2. 2

    Remove standing water from tub using wet/dry vacuum

    Remove standing water from tub using wet/dry vacuum.

  3. 3

    Clean drain filter assembly per 5C procedure

    Clean drain filter assembly per 5C procedure: remove coarse and fine filters, rinse thoroughly.

  4. 4

    Inspect drain hose for kinks, blockages, or improper

    Inspect drain hose for kinks, blockages, or improper installation height (must not exceed 10ft vertical rise).

  5. 5

    Access drain pump

    Access drain pump. Rotate impeller manually—it must spin freely 360°.

  6. 6

    If impeller is stuck or damaged

    If impeller is stuck or damaged: disconnect pump wiring harness, loosen hose clamps, remove mounting screws.

  7. 7

    Extract old drain pump assembly

    Extract old drain pump assembly. Clean mounting area.

  8. 8

    Install new drain pump using OEM part DD31-00010A

    Install new drain pump using OEM part DD31-00010A. Align tabs, secure screws, reconnect hoses and harness.

  9. 9

    Reinstall filters

    Reinstall filters. Restore water and power.

  10. 10

    Run Drain cycle to verify complete water removal

    Run Drain cycle to verify complete water removal within 90 seconds and error clearance.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix Dishwasher Error Immediately unplug dishwasher and turn off water supply.Remove standing water from tub using wet/dry vacuum.Clean drain filter assembly per 5C procedure: remove coarse and fine filters, rinse thoroughly.Inspect drain hose for kinks, blockages, or improper installation height (must not exceed 10ft vertical rise).Access drain pump. Rotate impeller manually—it must spin freely 360°.If impeller is stuck or damaged: disconnect pump wiring harness, loosen hose clamps, remove mounting screws.Extract old drain pump assembly. Clean mounting area.Install new drain pump using OEM part DD31-00010A. Align tabs, secure screws, reconnect hoses and harness.Reinstall filters. Restore water and power.Run Drain cycle to verify complete water removal within 90 seconds and error clearance.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Part listed in the current guide

OEM candidate: DD31-00010A

Price noted in the current guide: $58

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Samsung Dishwasher error OE in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

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Safety first

Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.

When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
  • Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.

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