Samsung Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher CE Error Fix: Abnormal Water Temperature at Fill

Error code CE on the Samsung Samsung DW80B7070US Smart 42 dBA Dishwasher means: Abnormal Water Temperature at Fill. The incoming water temperature is abnormally high or low. Samsung dishwashers expect incoming water between 120-150°F for optimal cleaning. If the water is too cold, the dishwasher may not clean effectively. Check the hot water supply — run the kitchen faucet until hot before starting the dishwasher. If water is excessively hot, the household water heater may be set too high.

The most successful fix is "Inspect and Replace the Inlet Water Valve Assembly" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $10-$25. 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 ("Inspect and Replace the Inlet Water Valve Assembly") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: Adjustable wrench, Phillips screwdriver, Flashlight.

DIY cost: $10-$25. Professional repair typically costs $150-$250. 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 CE also appears on 3 other Samsung models: Samsung DW80R5060US StormWash 24 in. Dishwasher, Samsung WA50R5400AW 5.0 cu. ft. Top Load Washer, Samsung WF45R6100AW 4.5 cu. ft. Front Load Washer. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.