Samsung Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher 9E Error Fix: Low Water Level During Wash

Error code 9E on the Samsung Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher means: Low Water Level During Wash. The water level inside the dishwasher dropped below the minimum required level during the wash cycle. This can be caused by a leaking door seal, a faulty inlet valve not refilling as needed, or a cracked tub. Check for water on the floor under the dishwasher. Inspect the door gasket for tears or deformation. If the external water supply is insufficient, 9E may also appear.

The most successful fix is "Test and Replace the Water Inlet Valve" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $20-$30. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated warning severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Test and Replace the Water Inlet Valve") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Multimeter, Pliers.

DIY cost: $20-$30. Professional repair typically costs $130-$190. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Samsung Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher has 8 other known error codes, including: 1E (Water Level Sensor Error), 3E (Wash Pump Motor Error), 4E (Water Supply Error — Not Filling), 5E (Drainage Error — Not Draining), 7E (Water Reflector Error (WaterWall Models)), and 3 more.

Error code 9E also appears on 3 other Samsung models: Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+, Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam, Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.