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Samsung Washing Machine Fault Codes
Browse the available Samsung washing machine 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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Fault codes
49
Issue categories
6
Related guides
25
Most common faults to check first
ND
Drainage warning when water is not leaving the washer properly.
SUD
Too much foam in the drum, often linked to detergent dose or drainage.
5C
Drainage fault when water is not clearing before spin.
UE
Unbalanced load warning that blocks full spin.
DC
Door lock/sensing fault that can stop cycle start.
4C
Water fill/inlet issue during cycle start.
Common problems in this cluster
power and control problems
Start with AE, then compare 8 related code pages in this cluster.
leak and overflow problems
Start with LC, then compare 6 related code pages in this cluster.
door lock problems
Start with DC, then compare 5 related code pages in this cluster.
drainage problems
Start with LC1, then compare 4 related code pages in this cluster.
fill water problems
Start with 4C, then compare 4 related code pages in this cluster.
motor drive problems
Start with 3C, then compare 3 related code pages in this cluster.
Other appliance types for this brand
Common fault categories
power and control (9)
leak and overflow (7)
door lock (6)
drainage (5)
fill water (5)
motor drive (4)
Most searched / most useful codes
AE meaning and fix
A signal communication error between electronic controls
LC meaning and fix
Samsung UK lists LC as low water level detected.
LE meaning and fix
Samsung UK lists LE as low water level detected.
OE meaning and fix
Samsung UK lists OE as an overflow error.
LC1 meaning and fix
The washer has detected a drain-hose problem
OC meaning and fix
Samsung OC usually means the washer thinks the drum is overfilling or the water level is rising too high.
AC meaning and fix
The washer has detected an internal communication fault between electronic controls.
FE meaning and fix
Overflow or abnormal foam/water-level condition
0C meaning and fix
The washer thinks the water level has risen too high or the drum is overfilling.
0E meaning and fix
The washer has detected an overfill or abnormal high-water condition.
1C meaning and fix
Samsung identifies 1C or 1E as a water-level sensor issue.
ND meaning and fix
The washer has detected a no-drain condition
All fault codes in this cluster
49 code pages currently available for this brand and appliance cluster.
| Code | Meaning | Issue type | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0C | The washer thinks the water level has risen too high or the drum is overfilling. | overflow leak | high |
| 0E | The washer has detected an overfill or abnormal high-water condition. | overflow leak | high |
| 1C | Samsung identifies 1C or 1E as a water-level sensor issue. | pressure level | medium |
| 1E | The washer is not getting a reliable water-level reading from the pressure sensing system. | pressure level | medium |
| 3C | The washer has detected a motor, drive, or drum movement problem. | motor drive | high |
| 3E | Motor drive or drum movement issue | motor drive | high |
| 4C | The washer is not filling with water properly. | fill water | medium |
| 4C2 | The washer is detecting an unsafe incoming water temperature or a supply-hose setup problem. | fill water | medium |
| 4E | Water is not entering the machine properly | fill water | medium |
| 4E1 | The washer is seeing a water-supply problem, often linked to the wrong inlet setup or abnormal fill conditions. | fill water | medium |
| 4E2 | The washer is detecting the wrong kind of incoming fill water or an abnormal inlet setup during filling. | fill water | medium |
| 5C | The washer cannot drain the water away properly. | drainage | medium |
| 5E | The machine is not draining water correctly | drainage | medium |
| 8C | MEMS or vibration sensor reading is outside the expected range | sensor | medium |
| 8E | Vibration or movement sensor signal fault | sensor | medium |
| 9C1 | Incoming power supply is outside the expected range | power control | high |
| 9C2 | Voltage or power-supply condition has been detected | power control | high |
| AC | The washer has detected an internal communication fault between electronic controls. | power control | high |
| AC6 | The washer has detected a communication problem between internal control modules. | power control | high |
| AE | A signal communication error between electronic controls | power control | high |
| AE6 | The washer has detected a persistent communication fault inside the control electronics. | power control | high |
| bE | Button or control-panel input appears stuck | power control | high |
| bE1 | Power button or control input may be held down | power control | high |
| bE2 | Control button input is not releasing normally | power control | high |
| CE | Water temperature or cooling condition is outside the expected range | heating | medium |
| DC | The door is not locking, latching, or being detected correctly | door lock | medium |
| DC1 | The washer cannot confirm that the door is shut and locked correctly. | door lock | medium |
| dC3 | AddWash or secondary door lock is not closing correctly | door lock | medium |
| DE | Door locking or door sensing problem | door lock | medium |
| DE1 | The washer cannot confirm that the door is shut properly. | door lock | medium |
| dE2 | Door lock signal is not confirming closed | door lock | medium |
| FE | Overflow or abnormal foam/water-level condition | overflow leak | high |
| HC | Water heating fault | heating | medium |
| HE | Water heating fault | heating | medium |
| IE | The washer is not getting a reliable water-level reading from the pressure sensing system. | pressure level | medium |
| LC | Samsung UK lists LC as low water level detected. | overflow leak | high |
| LC1 | The washer has detected a drain-hose problem | drainage | high |
| LE | Samsung UK lists LE as low water level detected. | overflow leak | high |
| ND | The washer has detected a no-drain condition | drainage | medium |
| OC | Samsung OC usually means the washer thinks the drum is overfilling or the water level is rising too high. | overflow leak | high |
| OE | Samsung UK lists OE as an overflow error. | overflow leak | high |
| PC | The washer cannot confirm the motor or clutch position correctly. | motor drive | high |
| PC1 | The washer is not getting the clutch or position feedback it expects from the drive system. | motor drive | high |
| SE | Drainage timeout or not-draining fault | drainage | medium |
| SUD | The washer has detected too much foam inside the drum. | pressure level | low |
| TE | The washer is not getting the temperature-sensor reading it expects. | sensor | medium |
| UB | The load is too unbalanced for safe spinning | balance spin | low |
| UB1 | The washer has detected a serious load-balance problem while trying to spin. | balance spin | medium |
| UE | Load balance or spin detection problem | balance spin | low |
Useful guides
How to Reset a Washing Machine Safely (Including Beko)
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Mixed Load vs Cottons on a Washing Machine
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Common Washing Machine Error Codes Explained
Use this guide to identify what your washing machine error code is pointing to, what to check first, and when it is better to stop troubleshooting and call an engineer.
When to Call an Appliance Engineer
Guidance on recognising when simple checks have been exhausted and it is time to arrange a repair.