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Error Code: OE Difficulty: Moderate
Problem: Overflow error – excessive water detected in tub beyond maximum level
How to Fix OE Error
- Cancel cycle and allow washer to drain naturally through pump operation.
- Inspect pressure tube routing – must have drip loop below tub connection to prevent siphoning of water into tube.
- Test water level sensor operation as per 1E procedure with frequency meter.
- Verify drain pump activates before fill cycle completes (prevents cumulative overfill on consecutive fills).
- Check inlet valve for slow leak after cycle end – replace valve assembly if dripping observed during 10-minute post-cycle observation.
- Replace water level sensor DC96-01703C if frequency signal erratic or stuck at low-frequency value.
- Ensure drain hose height doesn’t exceed 96 inches causing backpressure during drain that triggers False overflow.
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