When error 3E appears on the display, washing stops and does not resume until the fault code is resolved. And in order to find out what error 3E means and what to do to eliminate it, you need to determine when it occurs and for what reason.
This code corresponds to a tachometer error – a weak or missing signal. Most often, to eliminate it is necessary to call the wizard.
When Code 3E Occurs
The 3E code has analogues that have a similar decoding. They are the following error codes: 3E1, 3E2, 3E3, 3E4, 3C, 3C1, 3C2, 3C3, 3C4, EA, 8E, 8E1, 8C, 8C1. The appearance of EA is typical for Samsung washing machines until 2008. And the codes 8E, 8E1, 8C, 8C1 are found in washing machines until 2013 of production.
If your machine does not have a display, then pay attention to the burning bulbs: BIO 60°C and 40°C. The mode indicators flash.
Rarely does a Samsung washing machine give a 3E error just like that – most often such a code appears at specific stages of washing, which means a certain pattern. The washing machine gives a problem when the code 3E, 3E1, 3E2, 3E3, 3E4, 3C, 3C1, 3C2, 3C3, 3C4 is on, when:
- Unwinding the drum at the moment the program starts;
- Rinsing clothes;
- Spin when the machine spins the drum a little and displays 3E.
What error means
If 3E, 8E, EA is displayed on the Samsung CMA display, then most often this indicates a malfunction in the operation of the tachometer or engine. Analogues of the 3E code are deciphered as follows:
- EA is similar to code 3E, it is simply displayed on the display of early models of Samsung machines;
- Error 3E1, 3E2, 3E3, 3E4, 3C, 3C1, 3C2, 3C3, 3C4 also indicates a malfunction of the tachogenerator;
- Code 8E, 8C, 8C1 indicates problems in the operation of the vibration sensor, which is present in modern models of Samsung washing machines;
- 3C indicates that the power of the washing machine motor is reduced.
To solve this problem, you need to understand the reasons for the display of the 3E code and its “brothers”.
What is the reason for the error
The machine may show error 3E when:
- Excessive loading of the drum with things;
- Hit between the tank and the drum of foreign objects;
- Temporary failure in the control module;
- Failure of the tachometer;
- Failure of the vibration sensor;
- Loose drive belt;
- A decrease in engine power, which is possible due to worn brushes or broken windings;
- Malfunctions of the control module.
How to fix the problem
After analyzing the causes of the fault codes popping up on the display of the washing machine, it is important to find out how to fix the problem on your own. Here is what you need to do to remove the error:
- If the washing machine is overloaded, turn it off and remove excess laundry. Then start the machine again.
- If the drum is jammed, remove a foreign object through the hole for the heating element. To get the heating element, you will need to remove the front wall of the washer.
- In case of temporary control failure, turn off the machine by unplugging the cord for a few minutes, and then turn it on again.
- Replace the burnt tachometer with a new one.
- Check the motor brushes and change them if necessary.
- If the connection with the tachometer is interrupted, check and clean the element.
- If the drive belt is loose, replace this element.
- If the control module malfunctions, solder the burnt elements on the board or completely replace the module.
Now you know how to fix problems in a Samsung typewriter – most often you need to involve a master in this matter who will fix problems in the engine or tachogenerator. But in the first three cases, you can deal with the problem yourself.