Error code
Samsung Washing Machine Error Code 0C
The washer thinks the water level has risen too high or the drum is overfilling. The most likely cause is inlet valve allowing too much water into the drum. Check first: check whether the drum looks overfilled or whether water is still entering when it should not.
Quick answer
0C: The washer thinks the water level has risen too high or the drum is overfilling.
Meaning
The washer thinks the water level has risen too high or the drum is overfilling.
First safe check
Turn the machine off and unplug it from the mains.
Stop if
Water keeps entering unexpectedly
Who to call
Call an engineer if 0C returns after safe checks, the washer keeps filling, water appears on the floor, or the drain hose and detergent use look normal.
High severity: escalate quickly if it persists. Disconnect power before checking accessible parts where the appliance guidance says to do so.
What does this error code mean?
The Samsung 0C error code usually means the machine has detected too much water in the drum. On many models it is the same kind of warning family as Samsung OC, and it often points to an inlet valve not shutting, a faulty level reading, or a drain setup problem that confuses the pressure system.
Check first whether the drum looks unusually full, whether water is still entering when the programme should have stopped filling, and whether the drain hose has been fitted too low. If water is also collecting underneath the appliance, compare the symptoms with Samsung LC or Samsung LC1, while a pure sensing problem can look closer to Samsung 1C.
This code usually points to water-level control, including the inlet valve, pressure sensor signal, drain hose installation, detergent foaming, and overflow protection.
Symptoms users may notice
- The drum may look overfilled or fuller than usual.
- The code may appear during filling or rinsing.
- The washer may drain unexpectedly after deciding too much water is inside.
What users often notice
- Users often describe this as the machine filling too high, not stopping the water, or suddenly trying to protect itself mid-cycle.
- Some machines show 0C where other Samsung models show OC for the same kind of overfill warning.
Why is this happening?
- Inlet valve allowing too much water into the drum
- Pressure sensor or level-reading fault, similar to Samsung 1C or Samsung 1E
- Drain hose installed too low and siphoning incorrectly
- Foam or residue affecting the water-level reading
What this usually points to
This code usually points to water-level control, including the inlet valve, pressure sensor signal, drain hose installation, detergent foaming, and overflow protection.
How to fix this safely
- Turn the machine off and unplug it from the mains.
- Check whether the drum looks overfilled or whether water is still entering when it should not.
- Inspect the drain hose position if it is safely accessible; if water is appearing underneath the appliance as well, compare the fault with Samsung LC or Samsung LC1.
- Let excessive foam settle if too much detergent may have been used, then run one short drain or rinse test only if the water level has returned to normal and the behaviour no longer matches Samsung OC.
Can I fix this myself?
MaybeYou can safely check for obvious overfilling, a badly positioned drain hose, or oversudsing. Persistent 0C faults usually need diagnosis because the inlet valve or level-sensing system may be failing.
Safety boundary: Stop if the machine keeps filling, water continues entering with the programme stopped, or you notice water leaking near electrical parts.
What not to do
- Do not keep starting new fill cycles if the drum already looks too full.
- Do not ignore water entering the appliance when the programme has been stopped.
Common misdiagnoses
- 0C can be mistaken for a simple drain issue, but the first concern is usually overfill or abnormal water-level detection.
Reset steps
- Only restart the machine after the drum level looks normal and there is no visible leak.
- Run a short drain or rinse test once only.
- Stop using the appliance if 0C returns, the machine overfills again, or water keeps entering unexpectedly.
Intermittent vs persistent faults
A one-off 0C after oversudsing may clear with correct detergent use, but repeated 0C warnings should be treated as a fill or water-level control fault.
When to call a technician
Call an engineer if 0C returns after safe checks, the washer keeps filling, water appears on the floor, or the drain hose and detergent use look normal.
Safety warning
Disconnect the appliance from the mains and avoid using it if water may be reaching electrical parts.
Useful hub links
Related leak and overflow fault codes
LC Error in Samsung Washing Machine - Meaning, Low Water Level Checks and Safe Help
Samsung UK lists LC as low water level detected.
Samsung Washing Machine Error Code LC1
Samsung UK lists LC1 as low water level detected.
Samsung Washing Machine OC Error - Overflow, Overfilling or 0C Warning
Samsung OC usually means the washer thinks the drum is overfilling or the water level is rising too high.
Samsung Washing Machine Error Code 0E
The washer has detected an overfill or abnormal high-water condition.
Relevant guide
Frequently asked questions
Can I still use the appliance with Samsung 0C showing?+
No. 0C is an overfill-style warning, so continued use can lead to leaks, repeat shutdowns, and water damage.
Is Samsung 0C the same as OC?+
On many Samsung models, 0C and OC point to the same overfill or abnormal water-level family. Always check the exact manual for your display style.
Will resetting fix Samsung 0C permanently?+
Only if the cause was temporary, such as oversudsing. If the code returns after one safe test, the fill or sensing problem is still present.
What happens if I ignore Samsung 0C?+
You risk overflow, leaks, repeated cycle failures, and extra stress on the valve, pump, and water-level system.
Sources and review status
Inferred from available evidence · Last reviewed 24 June 2026
- Samsung UK washing-machine code guide
manufacturer support · UK · checked 24 June 2026
General UK table groups OC, OE and OF as overflow errors; 0C spelling needs exact-model confirmation.
Model variation note
Samsung UK's general table lists OC, OE and OF as overflow errors; it does not directly list the zero-character 0C spelling on the checked page. Check the exact model manual and compare the displayed character carefully.