Samsung Dishwasher Error Code PE: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Samsung dishwasher error code PE means: The half load function is not performing correctly. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: restart.

Quick facts

Code	PE
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Samsung dishwasher
System	Control / electronics
Official meaning	The half load function is not performing correctly. [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)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code PE means on a Samsung dishwasher

The half load function is not performing correctly. [1]

This is a control / electronics 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 PE (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.

Restart. Empty the dishwasher, add detergent and run a half load 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 error recurs
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 PE mean on a Samsung dishwasher?

Samsung lists PE as follows: The half load function is not performing correctly.

Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher with PE?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Samsung dishwasher error PE myself?

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

Sources

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

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