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Samsung Washer UE Error Code
Samsung says UE (also shown as Ub or UB) means the load inside the tub is unbalanced. Ur means the washer is retrying on its own by adding water and redistributing the clothes. Also shown as Ub, UB, Ur on some models.
I am Ramez, owner of R3M Appliance Repair in Rockwall, TX. Below is what this code means, what you can safely try before calling anyone, and the point where it is time to call. If you are in the Rockwall area and want it handled today: (469) 446-4242.
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Step 1
What usually causes UE
Most common first. In my experience the first one or two on this list account for most Samsung UE calls.
- 1. Laundry bunched on one side, or a single heavy item like a rug or comforter
- 2. Load too large, or too small
- 3. Washer not level, or shipping bolts still installed on a new washer
- 4. Worn suspension rods or shock absorbers
- 5. Faulty vibration / imbalance sensor
Step 2
What to try before you call
Safe things a homeowner can do. Unplug the washer before reaching into anything.
- Open the door, spread the clothes evenly, close the door and restart the spin.
- Wash bulky items with a few extra pieces so the weight spreads around the drum. Do not fill past about two-thirds.
- Put a level on top of the washer and adjust the leveling feet until it does not rock.
- On a new washer, confirm all shipping bolts on the back were removed.
Step 3
When to stop and call a technician
A balanced load in a level washer still throws UE on every spin, or the drum bangs or wobbles loudly. At that point the fix is usually a part, and guessing at parts gets expensive fast. I test first, then quote, so you only pay for what is actually broken.
Doing it yourself?
Parts that usually fix a Samsung UE
If the steps above did not clear it, one of these is the usual culprit. Always match the part to your full model number (on the sticker inside the door or on the back).
vibration sensor
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drum bearing
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Questions
Samsung UE questions
How do I clear the UE code on my Samsung washer?
Fix the cause first, then unplug the washer (or turn it off at the breaker) for about a minute and restart. The code clears once the washer no longer sees the problem. If it comes right back, the cause is still there.
Is UE the same as Ub / UB / Ur?
Yes. Samsung uses different displays on different model years, so the same problem shows up as UE on some machines and Ub or UB or Ur on others. The fix is the same.
Is a Samsung washer with a UE error worth repairing?
Usually yes. Suspension rods or shock absorbers and similar parts cost a fraction of a new washer. I tell you the price before any work starts, and if a repair is not worth it I say so.
Can you come out today for a Samsung UE error in Rockwall?
Most days, yes. I carry common Samsung parts on the truck, so many UE repairs are done in one visit. Call or text (469) 446-4242 with your model number.
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Sources checked: samsung.com. Model-specific behavior varies; your owner's manual is the final word for your machine.
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