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817-900-8324Samsung washers show a short code when something’s wrong — and many are quick fixes you can do yourself, not a reason to replace the machine. Here’s what each Samsung washing-machine error code means, what to try first, and when to call a technician.
| Code | What it means | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| 4C / 4E | Water won’t fill | Open both taps fully; unkink fill hoses; clean inlet screens |
| 4C2 / 4E2 | Hot & cold hoses swapped | Reconnect cold-to-cold and hot-to-hot |
| 5C / 5E / nd | Won’t drain | Clear the drain hose and pump filter of clogs |
| OC / OF | Overflow | Check the drain system for a blockage |
| dc / Ub / UE | Unbalanced load | Redistribute the laundry; make sure the washer is level |
| LC / LE / 1E | Leak detected | Check hoses and connections for leaks |
| dE / dL | Door won’t lock | Close the door firmly; clear any obstruction |
| SUD / Sd | Too many suds | Use less detergent — HE only |
| tE | Temperature-sensor fault | Usually needs service |
| 3C / 3E | Motor fault | Needs service |
| 9C / PF | Power / voltage fault | Plug into a dedicated outlet (no extension cord); restart |
Codes vary slightly by model — check your manual if yours isn’t listed.
Water isn’t entering correctly. Try first: open both water taps fully, unkink the fill hoses, and clean the small inlet screens. A common cause is the hoses being slightly closed after a move. Still stuck? See washer won’t fill.
The washer can’t drain at the right speed. Try first: clear the drain hose and the debris filter. Still stuck? The drain pump may be failing — see washer won’t drain.
The drum can’t balance the load to spin. Try first: open the door, redistribute the laundry, and confirm the machine is level. Recurring? See washer won’t spin.
The washer sensed moisture where it shouldn’t be. Try first: check behind the machine for kinked or leaking hoses. Confirmed leak? Don’t keep running it — see washer leaking water.
The door isn’t registering as locked. Try first: close it firmly and clear any obstruction; unplug for a minute to reset. Still stuck? The door-lock assembly may need replacing.
A few point to component faults rather than something you clear at home — tE (temperature sensor), 3C/3E (motor), and 9C/PF (electrical). If one keeps returning after a reset, get a professional diagnosis before it does more damage.
Most Samsung washer codes come down to an inexpensive part or a simple blockage — repairing is almost always cheaper than replacing. If a code won’t clear, we repair Samsung washers (and every major brand) across DFW, usually same-day. Not sure yours is worth fixing? See our washer repair-or-replace guide.
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