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Samsung Built-In Cooktop

Samsung Built-In Cooktop Underlined U Error Code

What it means

Samsung identifies the underlined-u display as an induction pan-detection error: the cookware is the wrong size, is not magnetic, or is not positioned for detection.

Try this first

  1. Use correctly sized magnetic cookware.
  2. If necessary, move the cookware to an induction element that matches the magnetic portion of the pan.
Can I keep using it?Use induction-compatible cookware that the cooktop can detect.
Repair usually required?No repair is indicated when correct magnetic cookware is detected normally.

If the error keeps returning

Use the linked official Samsung built-in cooktop error-code article for the manufacturer procedure.

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Samsung Built-In Cooktop Underlined U: Quick Answer

What it means: Samsung identifies the underlined-u display as an induction pan-detection error: the cookware is the wrong size, is not magnetic, or is not positioned for detection.

First thing to check

Use correctly sized magnetic cookware.

Can I keep using it?

Use induction-compatible cookware that the cooktop can detect.

Repair outlook

No repair is indicated when correct magnetic cookware is detected normally.

If the code remains

Use the linked official Samsung built-in cooktop error-code article for the manufacturer procedure.

Model note: Error-code meanings and procedures can vary by model and model year. Confirm the code against the documentation for your exact appliance before replacing parts.

Manufacturer reference: samsung.com

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