Written by
Nadia Okafor Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error codetE, tE1, tC
ApplianceWasher
One fault under three names
tE, tE1 and tC are alternate displays for a temperature sensor error. Samsung lists the entry for its washers broadly, so it is not tied to one series.
Owner steps
Leave the power off for two to three minutes.
Turn it on and begin the programme again.
When the fault persists, request service.
Further temperature sensor codes
tE2 and tE3: higher-numbered members of the tE family
If a tE code keeps reappearing on your Samsung washer, Samsung washer repair covers San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area, and (415) 969-6153 is the number to dial. Keep the displayed code and the model number in front of you.
Model compatibility: Samsung reuses codes across series and model years, so tE, tE1, tC 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
tE, tE1 and tC all indicate a temperature sensor error.
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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