Understanding Error Codes on Samsung Dryers

Discovering an error code on your Samsung dryer can be frustrating. Knowing how to interpret them can help save you time, money and hassle. To assist you, we’ll review what these codes mean and how to troubleshoot appliance malfunctions.

Error codes can indicate a range of errors that your dryer may be experiencing. The most common of these codes are tE, tE3, tE4 and bE2, however there are many more codes that could be displayed.

Common Error Code Definitions

Let’s take a look at a few of the codes to get you started and you can find even more codes listed in our comprehensive glossary.

tE : Means that your dryer is not heating properly and is likely due to a problem with the thermostat or the heating element.

tE3 : Means that your dryer has a temperature sensor error. You should check the wiring and connections to the temperature sensor and the systems control board.

tE4 : This code that means a short circuit has been detected in the dryer’s thermistor circuit. To fix this, turn off the dryer and then check the wiring and connections to both the thermistor and the system’s control board.

bE2 : This code means the coding for the user interface has failed. You should restarting your dryer, as a reset may be all that is needed. If this does not work you’ll need to get it serviced.

Conclusion

Error codes can be confusing, but they don’t have to be. Knowing which code your Samsung dryer is displaying can help you narrow down potential issues and get to the root of the problem. To discover even more codes and the related meanings, visit our Comprehensive Appliance Error Codes Glossary.