ErrorCodePro · Appliance Error CodesSamsung Dishwasher (service chart) Error Code 5E: Meaning & How to Fix It
By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Samsung dishwasher (service chart) error code 5E means: Not draining or not draining fast enough. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.
Source: Samsung dishwasher error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].
Quick facts
| Code | 5E |
|---|---|
| Also shown as | None listed by the manufacturer |
| Brand / appliance | Samsung dishwasher (service chart) |
| System | Drain |
| Meaning (service chart) | Not draining or not draining fast enough. [1] |
| Keep using it? | Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair |
| DIY-safe? | Owner checks only (listed below) |
| Support | Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support) |
| Source document | Samsung dishwasher error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) |
On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ
What error code 5E means on a Samsung dishwasher (service chart)
Not draining or not draining fast enough. [1]
This is a drain code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.
How to fix Samsung dishwasher (service chart) error code 5E (safe owner checks)
- Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (5E) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your dishwasher (service chart) and order the right parts.
- Clear any clog or debris. Clear clogs from the sink drain.
- Check the drain hose. Unplug the dishwasher and clear clogs from the dishwasher drain hose and drain pump.
- Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If 5E comes back after these checks, stop using the dishwasher for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.
The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Samsung dishwasher error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.
Parts that may be involved
Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.
- Drain pump
- Drain hose
When to call a technician
- If the drain hose or the drain pump is damaged, a technician should replace it.
- Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
- The appliance is under warranty: contact Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support) first
Related error codes
Frequently asked questions
What does error code 5E mean on a Samsung dishwasher (service chart)?
The Samsung dishwasher error-code chart lists 5E as follows: Not draining or not draining fast enough.
Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher (service chart) with 5E?
Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.
Can I fix Samsung dishwasher (service chart) error 5E myself?
Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support).
Sources
- Sears PartsDirect: Samsung dishwasher error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)
Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Samsung.