Code lookup
TE3 appliance error code.
The same visible code can mean different things depending on brand, appliance type, and model family. Choose the closest match before taking action.
Coverage context
This page compares covered records for the same visible code. Use it as a starting point, then open the exact brand and appliance record before taking action.
Current coverage
Why context matters
A visible code is not a diagnosis by itself. Brand, appliance type, and model family decide whether TE3 points to water supply, airflow, temperature sensing, power, control, or another system.
Use the exact record links below before trying reset steps or deciding whether the appliance can be used.
Current contexts
Compare source-backed meanings
| Brand and appliance | Meaning | Use guidance | Source status | Open record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LG Dryer tE1LG separates tE2 as a thermistor-related cold-condition behavior that can appear during some steam cycles. | Usually indicates that the dryer detected a thermistor or temperature-sensing issue. | Stop useStop using it and review the matching record before any reset. | officialofficial; verified 2026-06-24 | Exact record |
| Samsung Dryer tCSamsung groups several display variants under temperature errors. | Usually indicates that the dryer detected a temperature or temperature-sensor issue. | Stop useStop using it and review the matching record before any reset. | officialofficial; verified 2026-06-24 | Exact record |
Possible matches
Missing your brand or appliance?
Do not assume TE3 has the same meaning on a different brand, appliance type, or model family. Open search with this code to use the coverage request draft when no exact match exists.
Safety reminder
Stop and use qualified service for water near electrical parts, burning smells, gas odor, miswired range warnings, unsafe refrigerator temperatures, or repeated failed resets.
Safety guide