Samsung Dryer Error Code bE: Troubleshooting Guide

The Logic Verdict

My Take: The bE error is almost always a physical issue with the user interface, not a deep mechanical failure. As the video explains, “B is for Button.” A button is physically stuck in the pressed position. Before ordering a new control board, simply massaging the buttons or cleaning the edges with a toothpick often solves it.

What It Means

The bE error code (sometimes displayed as bE2, bC2, or 6E) stands for Button Error. The main control board has detected that one of the buttons on the panel has been held down continuously for more than 12-30 seconds. To prevent accidental changes or damage, the dryer locks out and displays this code.

Common Causes

1. Stuck Button: A button is physically jammed due to sticky residue (detergent, softener) or debris.
2. Warped Panel: If the control panel screws are overtightened, the plastic can warp and press against the buttons.
3. Control Board Failure: In rare cases, the switch on the circuit board itself has failed in the closed position.

Step-by-Step Fix

1. Massage the Buttons

The simplest fix is often the most effective.

• Go through every button on the control panel.
• Press and release each one firmly.
• Wiggle them slightly to ensure they pop back out fully.
• Look for any button that feels different or doesn’t “click” back.

2. Clean the Edges

If a button feels sticky:

• Use a damp cloth to wipe the surface.
• Use a toothpick or a thin plastic tool to gently clean the gap around the button edges to remove any dried detergent or lint.

3. Power Reset

Once you’ve freed the buttons, you need to clear the error from the memory.

• Unplug: Disconnect the dryer from the wall outlet or flip the circuit breaker.
• Wait: Leave it off for at least 60 seconds (the video suggests 30 seconds to a minute).
• Restart: Plug it back in and turn it on. If the code is gone, you’re good to go.

4. Advanced: Check Panel Screws

If the error persists and you recently moved or repaired the dryer:

• Loosen the screws holding the control panel slightly. Sometimes relieving the pressure on the plastic housing can free a pinched button.