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Fixing the 4E Error Code on Samsung Washer

The washing machines have been helping people for a long time in doing the tiring task of washing clothes. Samsung washers sometimes display error code ‘‘4E”. This error code stands for”no water feed”. It is the indication that the water is not being filled into the washer which can prevent the washer from working properly. When the Samsung washer 4e code error is displayed on the washer, the error message “4E” can be seen.

samsung washer 4e code error display
Samsung Washer 4E code

What causes the washer Error Code “4E”?

There can be numerous reasons for this error and among them, the most common ones are listed below:

  1. The water supply might be cut off.
  2. Leakage or breakage in the water hose.
  3. The water hose might be bend or crimpled.
  4. Clogging of dust or any other material in the water hose.
  5. Debris trapped in the filter of the washer.

Pre-Tips:

If you see the 4E error code being displayed on your washer before you proceed to the major solutions, perform the steps listed below:

  1. Pull the plug of your washer out from the main socket.
  2. Remain calm and wait for 1520 minutes.
  3. Restart your washer by plugging the switchback to the main socket.

This procedure will reset the washer and error can be eliminated. If the error still persists follow the guide below.

How To Fix Samsung Dishwasher Error Code “4E”?

Solution 1: Monitor the water Speed At the Main Valve

Sometimes the tap of water connected to the pipe of the hose is not completely open and the water filling process in the tub is really slow. If the water takes more than 10-15 mins to fill the tub the water detecting sensor will show an indication of the empty tub. This can be responsible for the display of Samsung washer error code and to overcome this error consider the brief remedy stated below:

  1. Check the tap of water and rotate it Anti-Clockwise to completely open it.
  2. After doing so you’ll observe that the tub will be filled within 10-20 minutes and the error will no longer last there.

Solution 2: Attach The Water Hose To The Washer

Any complication in the water hose might be the reason for this error hence, it needs to be examined by following the steps stated below:

  1. Power off the washer by unplugging the switch from the socket.
  2. Turn the washer’s backside in front of you to access the water hose.
  3. Firstly, check if the water hose is attached to the washer or not.
  4. If not, attach the hose properly to the washer so that the washer may be filled up to a certain level.
  5. Power on the washer now by plugging the switchback to the socket and check whether the error is still present or not.

Solution 3: Examine The Water Hose For Clogging Or Leakage.

The clogging or leakage in the water hose can prevent the water from getting into the tub and it can trigger the error and hence to avoid this error do the following steps:

  1. Power off the washer by unplugging the switch from the socket.
  2. Turn the washer’s backside in front of you to access the water hose.
  3. Locate the water hose of your washer and examine it thoroughly.
  4. You will observe that the hose might be clogged so, unclog it by putting a steel-string into it.
  5. Look out for any leakage or bends in it and if any remove those because they can be responsible for blocking the way of water.
  6. If there is leakage in the water hose, replace it with a new one.
  7. Power on the washer by plugging the switchback to the socket and the error would have gone by now.

Solution 4: Inspect The Mesh Filter Of The Water Hose

The filthy mesh filter can be the main reason behind the occurrence of the samsung washer 4e code. It should be cleaned twice a year and for doing it so consider the steps indexed below:

  1. Power off the washer by unplugging the switch from the socket.
  2. Rotate the washer to access the filter that is located at its backside.
  3. Locate the filter, it is present between the junction of the water hose and the washer’s body.
  4. Turn off the water supply to the hose and lose the hose by rotating it counterclockwise.
  5. Take the filter out and remove the mesh from the filter.
  6. If the filter is dirty, clean it with a solution of citric acid or any other cleaning agent.
  7. Leave the mesh in that solution for an hour or more and after some time put the mesh back in and re-assemble the washer.
  8. Power on the washer by plugging the switchback into the socket and check whether the error is still present or not.

Solution 5: Scan The Pipe that comprises of Water Level Sensor

The water level sensor pipe might be bent and it fails to detect the level of water even if the water from the washer is overflowing. Due to this problem, the error can be triggered and it is suggested to examine the pipe carefully by performing the steps stated below:

  1. Power off the washer by unplugging the switch from the socket.
  2. Remove the top cover and locate the water level sensor.
  3. Once found take the sensor out by rotating it Counterclockwise.
  4. Inspect the pipe and look out for any bends in it that may be causing this error.
  5. Free the pipe from any sort of bends by turning it and keep on rotating it until it is free from bends.
  6. Put the water level sensor back inside the washer and then place the top cover back.
  7. Power on the washer by plugging the switchback into the socket and hopefully the error would have been removed by now.

For further detail and information click here. You can also, contact the Samsung Customer Support center.

Alan Adams

Alan is a hardcore tech enthusiast that lives and breathes tech. When he is not indulged in playing the latest video games, he helps users with technical problems that they might run into. Alan is a Computer Science Graduate with a Masters in Data Science.
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