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Samsung Washer AE / AE6 / AEb / AC6 / ACb / AC / AC4 / AC3 / AC5 / AE8 / AEB / AE4 / AE3 / AE5 / 1AC6 / 1 AC / AC7 Error Code
If your Samsung washer is displaying AE / AE6 / AEb / AC6 / ACb / AC / AC4 / AC3 / AC5 / AE8 / AEB / AE4 / AE3 / AE5 / 1AC6 / 1 AC / AC7, this guide explains what it means,
what you can safely check, and when professional diagnosis may be needed.
AE / AE6 / AEb / AC6 / ACb / AC / AC4 / AC3 / AC5 / AE8 / AEB / AE4 / AE3 / AE5 / 1AC6 / 1 AC / AC7
Front Load / Top Load
What does AE / AE6 / AEb / AC6 / ACb / AC / AC4 / AC3 / AC5 / AE8 / AEB / AE4 / AE3 / AE5 / 1AC6 / 1 AC / AC7 mean on a Samsung washer?
Communication error
Definitions can vary by model or platform, so compare the code with information for your exact model before replacing parts.
What you can try
Power the washer off for 2–3 minutes and retry. If the code returns, service may be required.
Before booking a repair
- Confirm the displayed error code and your appliance model number.
- Check relevant external issues such as a blocked filter, kinked hose, open door, interrupted power, or restricted airflow.
- If a power reset is appropriate for the appliance, turn it off safely and restart it once.
- If the code returns, avoid repeated resets and arrange diagnosis.
Safety note
Disconnect electrical power before accessing internal components.
Do not open sealed, gas, high-voltage, or refrigerant systems unless qualified to service them.
These steps are general guidance and do not replace service information for your exact model.
Still seeing AE / AE6 / AEb / AC6 / ACb / AC / AC4 / AC3 / AC5 / AE8 / AEB / AE4 / AE3 / AE5 / 1AC6 / 1 AC / AC7?
If the problem persists, contact Appliance Maestro to diagnose and repair your Samsung washer.
When should you call a technician?
If the AE / AE6 / AEb / AC6 / ACb / AC / AC4 / AC3 / AC5 / AE8 / AEB / AE4 / AE3 / AE5 / 1AC6 / 1 AC / AC7 code returns after the safe checks above, or the appliance is leaking, overheating,
tripping a breaker, making unusual noises, or not operating correctly, professional diagnosis is recommended.
Appliance Maestro provides appliance repair service in Ottawa and surrounding communities.
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