Error Code Library
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A leak code means water reached the base pan under the dishwasher and tripped a float or sensor. The dishwasher usually drains and refuses to run until the base is dry.
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A dishwasher leak error code means water reached the base pan under the tub and tripped a float or sensor, so the dishwasher will not run until the base is dry.
Many dishwashers have a tray under the tub with a float or sensor. If water collects there, the control shows a code such as Bosch E15, LG AE, Samsung LC or Frigidaire i30, runs the drain pump and stops filling.
Too many suds from the wrong detergent, a worn door gasket, a cracked spray arm or a loose hose connection can all put water in the base. The code is a safety stop that protects your floor.
If water stays inside the tub instead, Bosch E24 and E25 drain codes are the better match. A worn seal, cracked tub or loose hose needs dishwasher leak and seal repair for NC kitchens.
Bosch E15, LG AE, Samsung LC and Frigidaire i30 are all leak codes, and every one is marked stop because water has already escaped the tub.
| Brand | Code | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosch | E15 | Water in the base pan; leak protection tripped | Stop and call |
| LG | AE / E1 | Leak detected in the base | Stop and call |
| Samsung | LC / LE | Leak sensor detected water | Stop and call |
| Frigidaire / Electrolux | i30 / 30 | Anti-flood or leak sensor tripped | Stop and call |
Codes are listed for identification. Meanings vary by model, so confirm the code in your owner’s manual.
Leak codes are the one dishwasher code family that is always a reason to stop. They mean water has already escaped the tub, even if the floor still looks dry.
Bosch E15 means the AquaStop system found water in the base pan, so the dishwasher drains and refuses to run. The base can hold water for days, so the code stays until it is dry.
Too many suds, a cracked spray arm and a loose sump seal are the common sources.
LG AE, or E1 on older models, means the leak sensor detected water in the base. Check the door gasket and the hose connections behind the kick plate.
Samsung LC, or LE on older models, means the leak sensor tripped. On some Samsung models the sensor is at the front of the base, so a door leak trips it quickly.
Frigidaire and Electrolux show i30, or flash 30, when the anti-flood float lifts. Water may sit in the base after a heavy suds cycle.
Shut off the water and power first, then look for the source before letting the base dry out.
A leak code always deserves a closer look, because water has already left the tub. Leave the dishwasher off and call when:
Error Code FAQs
Leak code questions focus on why the dishwasher will not restart, which is because the base pan is still wet.
E15 means water reached the base pan and tripped the leak sensor. Turn off the water and power, find the source, and let the base dry before using it again.
Yes. Hand dish soap or too much detergent creates suds that can overflow into the base and trip the sensor.
It can clear the code, but the cause of the leak stays. Find and fix the source first, or have it inspected.
AE means water was detected in the base of the dishwasher. Turn off the water and power, find the leak and let the base dry before restarting.
Often a day or more, because the base pan is enclosed. Running it before it is dry will trip the leak code again.
Say where you saw water and how long the code has been showing.
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Brand names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to identify appliances. Appliance Repair North Carolina is not affiliated with, endorsed by or authorized by any appliance manufacturer. Error code meanings can change between models and production years, and not every code here has been checked against the manufacturer’s manual yet, so confirm a code in your owner’s manual before acting on it.
