Lights are blinking on the Samsung dishwasher

This means the panel detects a stuck button.

1. Turn off the dishwasher.
2. Touch every button on the panel.

If any buttons are not working correctly, or the error code returns after turning the dishwasher back on, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means there is too much water in the dishwasher. This is often related to a drain issue.

1. Inspect the dishwasher's drain connection at the sink.
2. Check the drain hose.
3. Run water in the sink that the dishwasher is connected to.
4. Clean the drain, filter, and sump in the tub.

This means the panel detects a stuck button.

1. Turn off the dishwasher.
2. Touch every button on the panel.

If any buttons are not working correctly, or the error code returns after turning the dishwasher back on, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means the dishwasher is too hot.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means the water pressure or temperature is not correct.

• Verify the water pressure and temperature meets the water supply requirements.
• Floodsafe hoses are not compatible with Samsung dishwashers and should not be used.
• Verify the water supply is turned on.

If the error still occurs, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means the sensor cannot detect that the door is closed.

Make sure the door is closed properly. If it is, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the dishwasher can't drain.

1. Inspect the dishwasher's drain connection at the sink.
2. Check the drain hose.
3. Run water in the sink that the dishwasher is connected to.
4. Clean the drain, filter, and sump in the tub.

This means that the water pressure or temperature is not correct.

• Verify the water pressure and temperature meets the water supply requirements.
• Floodsafe hoses are not compatible with Samsung dishwashers and should not be used.
• Verify the water supply is turned on.

If the error still occurs, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the temperature sensor is failing.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the temperature sensor is failing.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the heater is failing.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the dishwasher is unable to heat.

Visit the Support Center to request service.

This means there is too much water in the dishwasher. This is often related to a drain issue.

1. Inspect the dishwasher's drain connection at the sink.
2. Check the drain hose.
3. Run water in the sink that the dishwasher is connected to.
4. Clean the drain, filter, and sump in the tub.

This means that the temperature sensor is failing.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the dishwasher is unable to heat.

Visit the Support Center to request service.

This means there is too much water in the dishwasher. This is often related to a drain issue.

1. Inspect the dishwasher's drain connection at the sink.
2. Check the drain hose.
3. Run water in the sink that the dishwasher is connected to.
4. Clean the drain, filter, and sump in the tub.

This means the dishwasher's leak sensor detects moisture. When this code occurs, the dishwasher will turn itself on and will not turn off. During this time it will attempt to drain the water.

• If you see a leak, refer to our dishwasher leaking guide for troubleshooting.
• If you're certain that there is not a leak:
  • If you recently moved the dishwasher, some water may have splashed near the sensor. Give it time to dry. If the noise of the dishwasher is bothersome, unplug it or turn it off at the circuit breaker.
  • If you've recently connected the dishwasher to a garbage disposal, make sure the garbage disposal cap is removed.
  • Make sure the detergent dispenser has not been overfilled or extra detergent added outside of the dispenser.

If you continue to get the error, visit our Support Center to request service.

This means there is too much water in the dishwasher. This is often related to a drain issue.

1. Inspect the dishwasher's drain connection at the sink.
2. Check the drain hose.
3. Run water in the sink that the dishwasher is connected to.
4. Clean the drain, filter, and sump in the tub.

This means the water is too hot.

Verify the hot water supply is not set above 176°F.

If it is not, but the error still occurs, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the water is too hot.

Verify the hot water supply is not set above 176°F.

If it is not, but the error still occurs, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the panel detects a stuck button.

1. Turn off the dishwasher.
2. Touch every button on the panel.

If any buttons are not working correctly, or the error code returns after turning the dishwasher back on, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the water pressure or temperature is not correct.

• Verify the water pressure and temperature meets the water supply requirements.
• Floodsafe hoses are not compatible with Samsung dishwashers and should not be used.
• Verify the water supply is turned on.

If the error still occurs, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the thermistor has short-circuited.

Visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that there is not enough water in the dishwasher.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means there is not enough water in the dishwasher.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means the thermistor is not operating correctly.

Visit the Support Center to request service.

This means the dishwasher is too hot.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the water is too hot.

Verify the hot water supply is not set above 176°F.

If it is not, but the error still occurs, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the panel detects a stuck button.

1. Turn off the dishwasher.
2. Touch every button on the panel.

If any buttons are not working correctly, or the error code returns after turning the dishwasher back on, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means that the dishwasher is too hot.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means the dishwasher's leak sensor detects moisture. When this code occurs, the dishwasher will turn itself on and will not turn off. During this time it will attempt to drain the water.

• If you see a leak, refer to our dishwasher leaking guide for troubleshooting.
• If you're certain that there is not a leak:
  • If you recently moved the dishwasher, some water may have splashed near the sensor. Give it time to dry. If the noise of the dishwasher is bothersome, unplug it or turn it off at the circuit breaker.
  • If you've recently connected the dishwasher to a garbage disposal, make sure the garbage disposal cap is removed.
  • Make sure the detergent dispenser has not been overfilled or extra detergent added outside of the dispenser.

If you continue to get the error, visit our Support Center to request service

This means the water pressure or temperature is not correct.

• Verify the water pressure and temperature meets the water supply requirements.
• Floodsafe hoses are not compatible with Samsung dishwashers and should not be used.
• Verify the water supply is turned on.

If the error still occurs, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means the dishwasher can't drain.

1. Inspect the dishwasher's drain connection at the sink.
2. Check the drain hose.
3. Run water in the sink that the dishwasher is connected to.
4. Clean the drain, filter, and sump in the tub.

This means the temperature sensor is failing.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means there is too much water in the dishwasher. This is often related to a drain issue.

1. Inspect the dishwasher's drain connection at the sink.
2. Check the drain hose.
3. Run water in the sink that the dishwasher is connected to.
4. Clean the drain, filter, and sump in the tub.

This means the water is too hot.

Verify the hot water supply is not set above 176°F.

If it is not, but the error still occurs, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means the dishwasher is too hot.

1. Empty the dishwasher.
2. Add detergent, and then run a normal cycle.

If the error still occurs, turn off power to the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, and visit the Support Center to request service.

This means the water pressure or temperature is not correct.

• Verify the water pressure and temperature meets the water supply requirements.
• Floodsafe hoses are not compatible with Samsung dishwashers and should not be used.
• Verify the water supply is turned on.

If the error still occurs, visit the Support Center to request service.

This means the control panel is unable to communicate with the rest of the dishwasher.

Turn off the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, wait two minutes, and then turn it back on. If the error continues, visit the Support Center to request service.

Blinking lights do not always indicate an error code. On some models, the current status of the cycle will cause lights to blink. Before assuming that blinking lights indicate an issue with the dishwasher, check if the dishwasher is experiencing any other issues or symptoms of any kind.

If the dishwasher displays a combination of flashing lights that is not included in this list, troubleshoot the issue the dishwasher is experiencing. You can search our support content for an article that addresses your issue directly. Otherwise, if your dishwasher is operating normally, no action is needed.