Written by
Adrian Soto Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished September 5, 2026Updated October 20, 2026
Error codetC, tE1
ApplianceDishwasher
Quick answer
Samsung dishwasher tC and tE1: powers on but will not start a program or stops soon after.
Model compatibility: Samsung reuses codes across series and model years, so tC, tE1 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
Unit powers on but will not start a program or stops shortly after starting.
tC and tE1 describe a Samsung dishwasher that powers on but will not start a program, or stops soon after starting. It may try to wash briefly and quit, or never begin washing.
What Samsung says to do
Power off at the breaker or wall for 5 minutes or more. Restore power and try a Normal cycle once.
Related
A drying-phase stop is tC1, tC2. A sensor reading problem shows as tE, and options such as Zone Wash can bring up PC.
Samsung dishwasher service in Los Angeles
If the code keeps coming back, our team can look at your Samsung dishwasher repair request in Los Angeles. Call (310) 896-4231 and have the code, the model number and what you already tried ready.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
Seeing this code on your Samsung appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
