Samsung · Washer / dryer
HE2 Heating element fault, high-temperature (dryer)
What this code means
A more serious version of HE1 — the dryer is detecting dangerously high temperatures and refuses to run at all until it's addressed.
Most likely causes
- Severely clogged exhaust vent restricting airflow
- Heating element relay stuck closed
- Failed cycling thermostat not cutting power when it should
What to try first
Do not keep running the dryer with this code. Clean the vent fully, and if it returns, this needs a technician before further use.
Safety first: stop using the appliance and shut off its gas or power until it has been inspected — this fault category is associated with fire or gas risk.
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What does Samsung error code HE2 mean?
Heating element fault, high-temperature (dryer). A more serious version of HE1 — the dryer is detecting dangerously high temperatures and refuses to run at all until it's addressed.
Can I fix Samsung code HE2 myself?
No — stop using the appliance and shut off its gas or power until it has been inspected. This fault category is associated with fire or gas risk.
What causes Samsung code HE2?
The most common causes are: severely clogged exhaust vent restricting airflow; heating element relay stuck closed; failed cycling thermostat not cutting power when it should.
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