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Error OE (Code E) - Overflow water level detected

Samsung · Washing Machines

What does OE mean?

The washing machine has detected that the water level is at or above the overflow level. The machine will automatically begin draining water to prevent an overflow.

Common Causes

  • Stuck open water inlet valve
  • Faulty water level sensor
  • Excessive suds tricking the water level sensor

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Turn off the washer immediately and unplug it from the power outlet.

  2. 2

    Check if the water inlet valves are fully closing (no continuous water flow when off).

  3. 3

    If the issue persists, try reducing detergent usage in future washes to prevent excess suds.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

1Diagnostic Code 1 - Water level does not drop11Error 11 (FAiL) - EEPROM fault, program settings reset1C1C — Water Level sensor is not working properly.
Source: Samsung Washing Machines
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