Samsung Washer Error Code Et

The Et code on a Samsung washer indicates an EEPROM input/output error detected during the PCB's internal test mode. The EEPROM is a memory chip on the main control board that stores machine settings and configuration data. When the board cannot read or write to this chip correctly, it triggers the Et error. The only way to clear the error screen is by pressing the Power Key.

Pressing the Power Key is the only supported method to cancel the Et error, and it may clear the code if the issue was a temporary fault. However, if the EEPROM chip on the PCB has suffered actual hardware failure or data corruption, the error will return after the machine restarts. A reset does not repair damaged memory, so a recurring Et code still requires PCB replacement.

If the Et error requires a main PCB replacement, the total repair cost typically ranges from around 150 dollars to 400 dollars or more, depending on the specific model and whether you use a professional technician or replace the board yourself. The control board part alone can range from roughly 80 dollars to 250 dollars depending on availability and the washer model. Labor charges from a repair service will add to that cost if you do not perform the replacement yourself.

The first step is to press the Power Key to cancel the error and then restart the washer to see if the code returns. If the Et error appears only once and does not come back, it may have been a temporary glitch during the diagnostic test. If the error persists after repeated power cycles, the main PCB will need to be replaced, which is a more involved repair that requires sourcing the correct control board for your model.

Because the Et error relates to the control board's memory integrity, the washer may not operate reliably or may not function at all while the error is active. It is not advisable to attempt to run laundry cycles when this error is present, as the machine's settings and operational logic depend on the EEPROM data. Canceling the error with the Power Key and diagnosing the cause before further use is the recommended approach.