Samsung Dishwasher Error Code 1E: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Samsung dishwasher error code 1E means: On Waterwall models water isn't getting through the filter. On Rotary models the temperature inside is too hot. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: waterwall: clean the filter.

Quick facts

Code	1E
Also shown as	IE
Brand / appliance	Samsung dishwasher
System	Drain
Official meaning	On Waterwall models water isn't getting through the filter. On Rotary models the temperature inside is too hot. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support)

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What error code 1E means on a Samsung dishwasher

On Waterwall models water isn't getting through the filter. On Rotary models the temperature inside is too hot. [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 error code 1E (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on Samsung's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Waterwall: clean the filter. Clean the fine filter at the bottom of the dishwasher (see your user manual).
Rotary: reset at the breaker. Switch the dishwasher off at the breaker for 30 seconds, then on.
Restart. Empty the dishwasher, fill the detergent drawer and start a Normal cycle.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

The code returns
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

Frequently asked questions

What does error code 1E mean on a Samsung dishwasher?

Samsung lists 1E as follows: On Waterwall models water isn't getting through the filter. On Rotary models the temperature inside is too hot.

Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher with 1E?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Samsung dishwasher error 1E myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: waterwall: clean the filter. If it persists, call a technician or Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support).

Is IE the same as 1E?

Yes. Samsung's documentation lists IE with the same meaning as 1E; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshoot/TSG10004499/ (official)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Samsung.