Samsung washers are incredible at self-diagnosis; all you’ve to do is interpret the error codes that pop up. And even if your washer doesn’t give you any fault codes, you can always run diagnostics to discover some hidden Samsung washing machine troubleshooting codes and clear them.
Common Samsung washing machine error codes include error codes LC, 1C, 1E, LE, 11C, 1LC, and LC1 when moisture is detected, error codes 4C, 4E, nF, and 14C when the washer won’t fill up, and error codes SC, 5C, 5E, SE, nd, and 15C when the washer won’t drain.
Of course, there are many others; we’ll look at least 11 sets. Some of these error codes aren’t serious; you could argue they aren’t really ‘error codes’ but only status codes. Others, however, are serious, indicating a severe issue with your washing machine.
I’ll share the fault codes, their meaning, possible causes, and troubleshooting. And even if you don’t find any of these error codes, I’ll share a quick process for running diagnostics that will enable you to get them.
Furthermore, we’ll look at how you can clear most of these error codes with a washer reset. So, let’s dive in!
In a rush? Below is an overview of the most common Samsung washing machine error codes:
Samsung Washing Machine Error Code List
| – | Error Code | Meaning | Possible Cause |
| 1. | LC, 1C, 1E, LE, 11C, 1LC, or LC1 | Moisture detected | Possible leak, kinked supply or drain hose, loose drain hose screw, or excess suds |
| 2. | 4C, 4E, nF, or 14C | The washer won’t fill up | Incorrectly connected or blocked fill hoses, inadequately open water valves, or loose drain hose screws |
| 3. | 4C2, 4E2, 14C2, CE, or NF1 | Cold/hot water error | Swapped supply hoses |
| 4. | SC, 5C, 5E, SE, nd, or 15C | The washer won’t drain | Unleveled washer, blocked or improperly positioned drain hose, or clogged pump filter |
| 5. | OE, OC, 0C, 0E, 1OC, and 10C | Washer overflow | Excess suds clogged or wrongly positioned drain hose, low water pressure, or faulty water inlet valve. |
| 6. | E2, 6E2, bE2, BE2, and 8E2 | Jammed button | Stuck or damaged button |
| 7. | UC, 2E, 3E, PF, 9E1, 9E2, 9C1, 9C2, 19C1, or 19C2 | Voltage fault | Extension cord, circuit overload, recent outage, tripped breaker, or loose plugging |
| 8. | dc, d5, ds, LO, L0, dE, dL, FL, dE1, dl, dE2, 1dc, dC1, or 1dC4 | Door error | Improperly latched, unlatched, or obstructed door |
| 9. | CL | Child Lock | Child Lock is active |
| 10. | dn | Download | Software update |
| 11. | Ub, UE, U6, 1uc, or Ur | Load imbalance | Poor laundry distribution or unlevelled washer |
How to Get Samsung Washer Error Codes?
Generally, getting Samsung washing machine problems solutions starts with interpreting the error code that pops up. But how can you do that if there’s no error code in the first place?
Well, that’s where the diagnostic test is essential. By running diagnostics on your Samsung washer, you can get error codes that’ll tell you what might be wrong with the washer.
Luckily, Samsung washers and even dryers have Smart Install, a unique feature that allows you to put them on diagnostic. Here’s how to go about it:
- Empty your washer and turn it on
- Delay its starting time by at least 17 hours
- Hold down ‘Start’ for a few seconds until the letters’ AP’ pop up
- Press ‘Start’ one more time
- Wait for the washer to run a few checks
- Then wait for an error code to pop up, if any, and note it down
How Do I Reset My Samsung Washing Machine Error Code?
Sometimes, all you’ve to do to clear an error code on a Samsung washing machine, especially one you aren’t sure about, is reset the washer. Here’s how to do it:
- Power off the washing machine
- Wait for 2-3 minutes to power it back on
- Restart it to see if the error code still exists
- If it does, use the guide below to find its meaning and troubleshoot it
What Are the Error Codes On a Samsung Washing Machine?
Samsung washing machines produce a variety of error codes, but here are the most common types:
1. Samsung Washing Machine Error Codes LC, 1C, 1E, LE, 11C, 1LC, and LC1
Meaning – Moisture detected
The error code LC, 1C, 1E, LE, 11C, 1LC, or LC1 pops up on a Samsung washer when the washer detects excessive moisture. That happens when there’s a possible leak, the supply hoses are kinked, the drain hose screw at the back is loose, or there’s excess suds.
In the case of excess suds, it could be that you are putting too much detergent or just using the wrong detergent type (more so non-HE).
Troubleshooting
Identify any leak source and fix it, unkink the drain and supply hoses if they are kinked, and tighten the drain hose screw if it’s loose. Moreover, only use the recommended detergent (preferably the HE option) and don’t put too much of it.
2. Samsung Washing Machine Error Code 4C, 4E, nF, or 14C
Meaning – Washer won’t fill up
A Samsung Washing Machine Error Code 4E, 4C, nF, or 14C appears when the washing machine has trouble filling up with water. That may happen due to Incorrectly connected or blocked fill hoses or inadequately open water valves. And if that’s not the case, the drain hose screw could be loose.
Troubleshooting
Ensure the fill hoses are correctly installed and unkink them if they’ve any kinks. Also, ensure the water valves are fully open, and if the drain hose screw at the back is loose, tighten it.
3. Error Codes 4C2, 4E2, 14C2, CE, and NF1
Meaning – Cold/hot water error
You can expect the error codes 4C2, 4E2, 14C2, CE, or NF1 to appear on your Samsung washer when the cold water supply is too hot, and that often happens when the fill hoses are swapped.
Troubleshooting
Confirm that the cold and hot water fill hoses are correctly installed. If they aren’t, uninstall and reinstall them properly.
4. Samsung Washing Machine Error Codes SC, 5C, 5E, SE, nd, and 15C
Meaning – Washer won’t drain
A Samsung washer will display the error code SC, 5C, 5E, SE, nd, or 15C when it struggles to drain. That may be due to being out of level (or just unsteady) or an issue like a kinked, clogged, or improperly positioned drained hose. And if that’s not the case, it could be a clogged pump filter.
Troubleshooting
Level the washer properly to ensure it is steady and clear any kinks and clogging from the drain hose. While at it, position the drain hose 6-8 inches into the standpipe for better drainage and clean a clogged pump filter.
5. Samsung Washing Machine Error Codes OE, OC, 0C, 0E, 1OC, and 10C Troubleshooting
Meaning – Washer overflow
You can expect your Samsung washer to display the error code OE, OC, 0C, 0E, 1OC, or 10C when it starts to overflow. That may happen due to excess suds, clogged or incorrectly placed drain hose, low water pressure (below 20 psi), or a malfunctioning water inlet valve.
Troubleshooting
If there are excess suds, avoid putting too much detergent and confirm that you are using the correct detergent. Unclog the drain hose if it has any blockages, and ensure you position it 6-8 inches into the standpipe.
Adjust the water pressure to at least 20 psi if that’s not the case. You can use a home water pressure gauge to measure the water pressure. And then, test the water valve with a multimeter. The lack of electrical continuity shows that it’s faulty and thus requires a replacement.
6. Error Codes E2, 6E2, bE2, BE2, and 8E2
Meaning – Jammed button
A Samsung washing machine will tell you when there’s an issue with one of the control panel buttons. The error codes E2, 6E2, bE2, BE2, or 8E2 pop up in such a case.
Such an error code may be a product of pressing a button continuously, and if that’s not the case, it could be that the switch is broken.
Troubleshooting
Try to tap around the stuck button to free it. If that doesn’t work, or perhaps it’s a case of a broken switch, replace the control panel and reset the washer.
7. Samsung Washing Machine Error Codes UC, 2E, 3E, PF, 9E1, 9E2, 9C1, 9C2, 19C1, and 19C2
Meaning – Voltage Fault
You can expect the error codes UC, 2E, 3E, PF, 9E1, 9E2, 9C1, 9C2, 19C1, or 19C2 to appear on your Samsung washer when there’s an issue with the power supply. It could be that the washer isn’t getting adequate power for using an extension cord or not dedicating a circuit to it.
It could also be a disruption in the form of a tripped breaker, loose plugging, or an outage while the washer is running.
Troubleshooting
Ensure you firmly plug the washer into the wall socket, not the extension cord. Also, dedicate a circuit to the washer to avoid any circuit overload and reset a tripped breaker. And if there was a recent outage, reset the washer.
8. Samsung Washing Machine Error Codes dc, d5, ds, LO, L0, dE, dL, FL, dE1, dl, dE2, 1dc, dC1, or 1dC4
Meaning – Door Error
You can expect your Samsung washer to show the error code dc, d5, ds, LO, L0, dE, dL, FL, dE1, dl, dE2, 1dc, dC1, or 1dC4 if there’s an issue with the door. It could be that the door is improperly or incompletely latched or obstructed.
Troubleshooting
Check for any obstruction on the washer door and remove it. Firmly latch it; if the door latch is damaged, replace it.
9. Samsung Washing Machine Error Code CL
Meaning – Child Lock
The error code CL is one of the most common Samsung Top Loader Washing Machine Error Codes. This error code appears when the Child Lock function is active. This setting locks the control panel to stop kids from operating the washer.
Troubleshooting
Turn off the washer or the child lock function.
10. Error Code dn
Meaning – Download
Smart Samsung washers require frequent software updates, and when they start updating, the code dn may pop up. So, this isn’t really a fault code.
Troubleshooting
Wait for the software update to complete. It should take about 15 minutes.
11. Samsung Washing Machine Error Codes Ub, UE, U6, 1uc, or Ur Troubleshooting
Meaning – Load Imbalance
The Samsung washer error code Ub, UE, U6, 1uc, or Ur appears when the laundry load is out of balance. Often, that happens due to poor distribution or an unlevelled washer.
Troubleshooting
Evenly distribute the laundry and level the washing machine.
Concluding Thought:
Above is a quick guide to the most common Samsung washing machine troubleshooting codes. Use it to troubleshoot the error codes on your washer, and if you can’t find the code you are looking for, check it out on Samsung’s official error code troubleshooting page.
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