Samsung Washer Error Codes: Full List & Fixes
Samsung washers use short two- and three-character codes. Many have aliases (4C, 4E and nF all mean the same thing), and a few mean different things on different models. Find your code below.
Check your model: Codes vary by model. Confirm in your manual.
Safety first: Unplug the appliance (or switch off its breaker) before you remove panels, filters or hoses. Turn off the water supply valves before you disconnect any hose, and keep a towel and shallow pan handy. Never work on wiring, gas lines or sealed refrigerator systems yourself.
| Code | Also shown as | Meaning | DIY? |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4C | 4E, nF, 1 4C | Water is not filling | Yes |
| 4C2 | 4E2, CE, 14C2, nF1 | Hot and cold hoses are swapped | Yes |
| 5C | 5E | Water is not draining | Yes |
| UB | UE, Ur, U6, 1 Ub, 1U6 | Unbalanced load | Yes |
| DC | dE, dS, dC1, LO, FL | Door not closed/locked (or unbalanced load on some models) | Yes |
| LC | 1E, LE, 1C, LC1 | Water level or leak detected | Maybe |
| 3E | 3C, E3, 1 3C | Motor error (voltage error on some models) | Call a pro |
| HE | HC, HE1, Hr, 1 HC | Heater error | Call a pro |
| AE | AC, AE6, AC6, AE4, AE5 | Communication error | Call a pro |
| 9C1 | 9C2, PF, 9E1, 9E2, UC, 2E | Voltage error | Maybe |
Helpful guides
- How to Clean a Front-Load Washer Drain Pump Filter
- How to Check Washer Inlet Hoses and Screens
- How to Clean a Dishwasher Filter and Clear the Drain
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