Samsung Washing Machine Error Code bE
The control panel thinks one of its buttons is being held down. A stuck or damaged button, or moisture in the panel, is the usual cause.
Also shown as: bE2, BE
Common causes
- Button physically stuck after being pressed
- Something leaning against the control panel
- Moisture or detergent spill in the panel
What to check, in order
- Press and release each button on the panel to free anything stuck.
- Remove anything resting against the controls.
- Let the panel dry fully if detergent or water was spilled on it.
Clear the code and test
- Fix what the checks above found first — a filter cleaned, a hose straightened, taps opened. Clearing the code without fixing the cause only brings it back.
- Close the door, plug the machine back in and restore the water supply.
- Run a short rinse and spin, or the shortest wash programme, and watch the stage where the code appeared before (filling, washing, draining or spinning).
- If the cycle finishes with no code, the fault is cleared. If the code returns at the same stage, write down the code and that stage before calling a technician — it speeds up the diagnosis.
When to call a professional
Most cases are solved by the checks above. Book a technician if any of these apply:
- The code comes back after you have run the checks and a test cycle.
- You smell burning, see sparks or scorch marks, or the breaker trips.
- Water is leaking and you cannot stop it at the tap.
- The fix needs panels opened beyond what your manual describes, or a part tested with a meter, and you are not set up for that.
When you call, give the brand, the code bE, your model number (on a label inside the door or on the back) and the checks you already ran. It shortens the visit.
Parts that may be involved
Control panel (user interface board)
Parts are model-specific. Find your model number first — usually on a label inside the door, on the door frame or on the back — and match the part to that number before ordering.
Questions people ask about bE
What does bE mean on a Samsung washing machine?
bE means: A button is stuck or pressed continuously. The control panel thinks one of its buttons is being held down. A stuck or damaged button, or moisture in the panel, is the usual cause.
Can I fix Samsung bE myself?
Usually, yes. Code bE is rated DIY-friendly: the checks on this page cover the common causes and use basic household items only. If the code returns after the checks and a test cycle, book a technician.
How do I clear Samsung bE?
Fix the cause first — clearing the code on its own brings it straight back. Then restore power and water, run the shortest programme, and watch the stage where the code appeared. If the programme finishes with no code, it is cleared.
Sources checked
- Samsung support: washing machine information codes
- Samsung support: dishwasher information codes
- Samsung support (US): dishwasher troubleshooting
The meaning and checks for this code were checked against the sources above in November 2026. Codes vary by model and region; if your manual lists a different meaning for your exact model, follow the manual.