Appliance Fault Codes

What that error code means — and what you can safely check

Samsung tumble dryer hE error code

hE means heating check / compressor overheating. High-temperature heating check or compressor overheating (with HC).

Often fixable at home · Fault type: Electrical/hardware

Safe checks, in order of likelihood

  1. Check your home circuit breakers; reset any that tripped.
  2. Clean the lint filter.
  3. Do not open the heating wiring yourself.

Call a professional when…

If the code returns after these checks, book a qualified engineer.

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