Written by
Nadia Okafor Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error codePE
ApplianceDishwasher
Samsung US describes PE as a fault in the half load function, which is not performing as it should. Samsung Australia lists PE together with PC under one heading, a dividing valve check.
Samsung’s order of steps
Take everything out of the dishwasher.
Put detergent in.
Run a half load cycle.
If PE shows again, cut power at the breaker and request service.
tC, tE1: the dishwasher powers on but will not start a program.
Book Samsung dishwasher service in the Bay Area
Anyone in San Francisco or the wider Bay Area who still sees PE after the half load run can contact Samsung dishwasher repair. The number is (415) 969-6153; say which code appears, give the model number and describe the cycle you ran.
Model compatibility: Samsung reuses codes across series and model years, so PE may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
Half load function error (US); dividing valve check (AU).
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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