Samsung tumble dryer error codes
Samsung tumble dryers show information codes such as dE (door), 5E (drain/tank), tE (temperature sensor), hE/HC (heating) and 9E (control). Try a 30-second power reset first — many codes clear after one.
| Code | Meaning | Severity | First action |
|---|---|---|---|
| dE | Door is open | Often fixable at home | The dryer has operated with the door open, or the door is not detected as closed. |
| 5E | Drain fault / water tank full | Often fixable at home | Draining malfunction — drain pump issue, frozen or bent drain hose, or the water tank is full (condenser models). |
| tE | Air temperature sensor problem | Often fixable at home | The air temperature sensor reports a problem — usually airflow rather than the sensor itself. |
| hE | Heating check / compressor overheating | Often fixable at home | High-temperature heating check or compressor overheating (with HC). |
| 9E1 | Electronic control fault | Often fixable at home | The electronic control needs to be checked (with 9C1, 9C2, 9E2). |
Safety first
Unplug before any check. Never open panels beyond the filter flap. Anything involving internal wiring, the heater or gas must go to a professional — see each code page for its "call a professional when" line.