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Samsung Dishwasher Fault Codes
Browse the available Samsung dishwasher fault codes in one place, then open the exact code page for the likely meaning, safe first steps, and when to stop troubleshooting.
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Common problems in this cluster
power and control problems
Start with AC, then compare 2 related code pages in this cluster.
leak and overflow problems
Start with LC, then compare 1 related code pages in this cluster.
drainage problems
Start with 5C for this common issue pattern.
fill water problems
Start with 4C for this common issue pattern.
heating problems
Start with HC for this common issue pattern.
motor drive problems
Start with 3C for this common issue pattern.
Common fault categories
power and control
3 related codes
leak and overflow
2 related codes
drainage
1 related codes
fill water
1 related codes
heating
1 related codes
motor drive
1 related codes
Most searched / most useful codes
3C meaning and fix
the dishwasher fills but cannot begin active washing properly.
AC meaning and fix
the dishwasher has detected a communication or control fault.
HC meaning and fix
the dishwasher has detected an overheating or high-temperature condition.
LC meaning and fix
leak protection has been triggered.
OC meaning and fix
the dishwasher has detected an overfill or water-level problem.
1C meaning and fix
the dishwasher is seeing a low-water-level problem.
All fault codes in this cluster
10 code pages currently available for this brand and appliance cluster.
| Code | Meaning | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| 1C | the dishwasher is seeing a low-water-level problem. | medium |
| 3C | the dishwasher fills but cannot begin active washing properly. | high |
| 4C | the dishwasher is not getting enough water. | medium |
| 5C | the dishwasher is not draining properly. | medium |
| AC | the dishwasher has detected a communication or control fault. | high |
| bC2 | the control panel thinks a button is stuck or being held. | medium |
| HC | the dishwasher has detected an overheating or high-temperature condition. | high |
| LC | leak protection has been triggered. | high |
| OC | the dishwasher has detected an overfill or water-level problem. | high |
| PC | the dishwasher has detected a programme or option-control fault. | medium |