Samsung Washing Machine Error Codes and Fixes

If you bought a new Samsung washing machine and are facing errors and do not know what to do, then this guide is for you. Samsung makes a lot of products, and it also has washing machines in different categories. If these washing machines face any error, instead of displaying a full message, they simply show error codes. This can be confusing if you are a beginner or if you have not seen the error in the past. To make it easy for you to find what the errors mean and also possible fixes, we have created this guide.

In this guide, you can see all the possible error codes on Samsung washing machines of any category, what the errors mean, and the possible solutions you can use to fix them.

Good to know: some codes can look different on the display depending on your model and region (for example, a 5 can look like an S, and a 0 like an O). A few codes also have more than one meaning across model lines, which is noted where it applies. Always cross-check with your model's manual before paying for a repair.

Showing 205 of 205 codes.

Code	Meaning	What it means and what to check
0	Drum Clean reminderWater level / leakage	Not a fault. Washer still works, but it is reminding you to run Drum Clean. Information code, not an error.
1C	Water level sensor issueWater level / leakage	Restart the washer. If it returns, sensor or service check may be needed.
1E	Water level sensor issueWater level / leakage	Washer cannot read water level properly. Restart and check again.
1 1C	Water level or leakage issueWater level / leakage	Check for leaks, kinked hoses, incorrect drain hose position, and excess suds.
1 LC	Water level or leakage issueWater level / leakage	Check for leaks, drain hose position, and excess suds.
LC	Low water level or leakageWater level / leakage	Washer detects water level dropping. Check for leaks and drain hose height.
LC1	Low water level or leakageWater level / leakage	Check drain hose position and possible leak.
LE	Low water level or leakageWater level / leakage	Check for leakage and drain hose position.
LE1	Low water level or leakageWater level / leakage	Check for water leak and drain hose clog or position.
E7	Water level sensor issueWater level / leakage	Restart the washer. If code returns, service may be needed.
11E	Low water level detectedWater level / leakage	Check drain hose level, clogging, and water leakage.
E9	Low water level detectedWater level / leakage	Check drain hose position and water leak.
4C	Water supply issueWater supply / temperature	Washer is not filling correctly. Check water tap, inlet hose, mesh filter, and water pressure.
4E	Water supply issueWater supply / temperature	Water is not entering properly. Check tap, hose, filter, and pressure.
1 4C	Water supply issueWater supply / temperature	Check water supply, inlet hose, and inlet filter.
E1	Water supply issueWater supply / temperature	Check tap, water pressure, mesh filter, and hose.
nF	No fillWater supply / temperature	Washer is not getting water. Check tap, hose, filter, and pressure.
NF	No fillWater supply / temperature	Washer is not filling. Check water tap and inlet hose.
4C2	Hot/cold water issueWater supply / temperature	Cold inlet may be connected to hot water. Check hose connection.
4E1	Water temperature issueWater supply / temperature	Check that the cold-water hose is connected to cold supply.
4E2	Water temperature issueWater supply / temperature	Cold water supply may be too hot or hoses may be swapped.
4Ed	Water temperature issueWater supply / temperature	Check hot and cold supply connection.
14C2	Hot/cold water issueWater supply / temperature	Cold water supply is too hot or hoses may be swapped.
CE	Water temperature issueWater supply / temperature	Check cold-water hose connection. Can also appear differently on some model/region lists.
E8	Water temperature issueWater supply / temperature	Check that the washer is connected to cold water, not hot water.
nF1	Hot/cold hose reversedWater supply / temperature	Hot and cold supply hoses may be connected incorrectly.
5C	Drain issueDrain / cooling	Water is not draining. Check drain hose, drain filter, and blockages. Buttons may be disabled briefly after this code appears.
5E	Drain issueDrain / cooling	Washer cannot drain properly. Check drain hose, drain filter, and pump filter.
1 5C	Drain issueDrain / cooling	Check pump filter and drain hose.
SC	Drain issueDrain / cooling	Washer is not draining at the correct speed.
SE	Drain issueDrain / cooling	Same as 5C or 5E on many models. Check drainage path.
nd	No drainDrain / cooling	Washer cannot drain water. Check drain path and filter.
E2	Drain issue or button issue depending on modelDrain / cooling	On some models it means drain problem; on some models it can mean stuck button. Ambiguous code. Check exact model manual.
CC	Cooling or high drain temperatureDrain / cooling	Water may be too hot while draining. Let it cool; service may be needed if repeated.
OC	Overflow errorOverflow	Too much water detected. Washer may drain automatically.
OE	Overflow errorOverflow	Too much water detected. Washer may drain automatically.
OF	Overflow errorOverflow	Too much water detected.
0C	Overflow errorOverflow	Too much water detected.
0E	Overflow errorOverflow	Too much water detected.
1 OC	Overflow errorOverflow	Too much water detected.
1 0C	Overflow errorOverflow	Too much water detected.
E3	Overflow error or motor issue depending on modelOverflow	UK lists E3 as overflow; US lists E3 under motor error group. Check model manual. Ambiguous code.
dC	Door issue or unbalanced load depending on modelDoor / Add Door	Door may not be closed, or on some models it may mean unbalanced load. Ambiguous code.
DC	Door issueDoor / Add Door	Door is not detected as closed or locked.
dE	Door issueDoor / Add Door	Close door properly; check if clothes are stuck in the door.
dE1	Main door lock or unlock issueDoor / Add Door	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
dE2	On/off switch errorDoor / Add Door	Disconnect from mains, wait 5 minutes, then retry.
dS	Door issueDoor / Add Door	Door is not locked properly.
d5	Door issueDoor / Add Door	Door is not detected closed or locked.
FL	Door lock issueDoor / Add Door	Check latch and door lock.
LO	Door lock issueDoor / Add Door	Door lock or unlock issue.
L0	Door lock issueDoor / Add Door	Same as LO; door lock issue.
dC1	Main door lock or unlock issueDoor / Add Door	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
DC1	Door issueDoor / Add Door	Door lock or door sensing problem.
dL	Door lock issueDoor / Add Door	Door lock problem.
1 dC	Door issueDoor / Add Door	Door is not detected as closed and locked.
1dC1	Door issueDoor / Add Door	Main door lock issue.
1dC4	FlexWash latch or rubber button issueDoor / Add Door	On FlexWash, check upper washer latch rubber button. Model-specific.
Ed	Door issueDoor / Add Door	Close door properly; check if laundry is caught.
DC3	Add Door lock issueDoor / Add Door	Restart washer; check Add Door lock.
dC3	Add Door lock issueDoor / Add Door	Add Door is not detected as closed or locked.
dE3	Add Door lock or unlock issueDoor / Add Door	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
DDC	Add Door opened wronglyDoor / Add Door	Add Door was opened without pressing Start/Pause. Close and resume.
ddC	Add Door opened wronglyDoor / Add Door	Close Add Door and press Start/Pause.
Ub	Unbalanced loadUnbalanced load	Washer stops spin or fails to complete cycle. Redistribute clothes.
UE	Unbalanced loadUnbalanced load	Load is uneven. Add or remove clothes and run spin again.
Ur	Unbalanced load retryUnbalanced load	Washer will add water and retry balancing; cycle becomes longer.
U6	Unbalanced loadUnbalanced load	Rearrange laundry.
1 Ub	Unbalanced loadUnbalanced load	Rearrange laundry.
1U6	Unbalanced loadUnbalanced load	Rearrange laundry.
E4	Unbalanced loadUnbalanced load	Washer stopped spin for safety. Redistribute clothes.
dc	Unbalanced load on some modelsUnbalanced load	On some models this means unbalanced load, not door issue. Ambiguous code.
SUd	Too much foamFoam / detergent suds	Washer pauses to reduce suds, then continues. Use less detergent.
Sud	Too much foamFoam / detergent suds	Too much foam detected. Washer pauses and then continues.
SUD	Too much foamFoam / detergent suds	Too much foam detected. Use less detergent or HE detergent.
5UD	Too much foamFoam / detergent suds	Too much foam detected. Washer pauses and then continues.
Sd	Too much foamFoam / detergent suds	Too much foam detected.
5d	Too much foamFoam / detergent suds	Too much foam detected.
SUdS	Too much foamFoam / detergent suds	Too much foam detected.
5Ud5	Too much foamFoam / detergent suds	Too much foam detected.
F70	Too much foam on some older referencesFoam / detergent suds	Indicates excessive suds on some models. Model-specific / older reference.
E2	Jammed button or drain issue depending on modelButton / control panel	Check if buttons are stuck; on some models E2 means drain issue. Duplicate because code has multiple possible meanings.
bE1	Button issueButton / control panel	Check for a stuck button and clean the control panel.
bE2	Button issueButton / control panel	Check for a stuck button and clean the control panel.
bE3	Button issueButton / control panel	Check for a stuck button and clean the control panel.
BE2	Button issue or MEMS sensor issue depending on modelButton / control panel	On some models it means stuck button; on others it can mean MEMS sensor issue. Ambiguous code.
6E2	Button issueButton / control panel	Check for a stuck button.
8E2	Button issue or MEMS sensor issue depending on modelButton / control panel	On some models it means stuck button; on others it can mean MEMS sensor issue. Ambiguous code.
12E	Button issueButton / control panel	Check stuck buttons and clean panel.
14E	Button issueButton / control panel	Check stuck buttons and clean panel.
9C1	Low voltage or power issuePower / voltage	Check power supply and plug. Avoid extension cord.
9C2	Low voltage or power issuePower / voltage	Check power supply and plug. Avoid extension cord.
PF	Power failurePower / voltage	Power was interrupted before washer shut down properly.
3E	Voltage issue or motor issue depending on modelPower / voltage	Check model manual. On many models it is motor issue; on some it is voltage issue. Ambiguous code.
2E	Voltage or control board issuePower / voltage	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
9E1	Power errorPower / voltage	Check socket and power supply.
9E2	Power errorPower / voltage	Check socket and power supply.
9H1	Power errorPower / voltage	Check socket and power supply.
UC	Voltage fluctuationPower / voltage	Check power cord and avoid extension cable.
19C1	Voltage errorPower / voltage	Check power supply.
19C2	Voltage errorPower / voltage	Check power supply.
Plo	Power errorPower / voltage	Restart; check socket or fuse if no power.
3C	Motor issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Restart cycle. Service may be needed if repeated.
3E	Motor issue or voltage issue depending on modelMotor / control / heater overlap	Check model manual. Often motor issue; sometimes voltage issue. Duplicate because code has multiple possible meanings.
3E1	Motor issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
3E2	Motor issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
3E3	Motor issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
3E4	Motor issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
1 3C	Motor issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
EA	Motor issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Restart cycle.
EB	Motor issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Restart cycle.
3CP	Electronic control or pulsator motor operation issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Restart cycle; service may be needed if repeated.
bE	Motor speed sensor errorMotor / control / heater overlap	Motor speed sensor issue. Service may be needed if repeated.
6E	Motor speed sensor or heater issue depending on modelMotor / control / heater overlap	US lists as motor speed sensor; UK lists 6E as water heater issue. Ambiguous code.
E5	Water heater issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Contact Samsung service.
E6	Water heater issueMotor / control / heater overlap	Contact Samsung service.
AC	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Main or sub board communication issue. Restart.
AC3	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
AC4	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
AC5	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
AC6	Inverter communication errorCommunication / electronics	Check inverter PCB or wiring; restart.
AC7	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
ACb	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
AE	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Main or sub board communication issue. Restart.
AE3	Communication error or DR Ready modem errorCommunication / electronics	Samsung lists AE3 under communication and also DR Ready modem error. Ambiguous/model-specific.
AE4	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
AE5	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
AE6	Inverter communication errorCommunication / electronics	Check inverter PCB or wiring; restart.
AE8	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
AEb	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
AEB	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
1AC6	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
1 AC	Communication errorCommunication / electronics	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
13E	Signal communication issueCommunication / electronics	Wait a few minutes; restart if it does not recover.
8C	MEMS or vibration sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart washer. Service may be needed if repeated.
8C1	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
8C2	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
8E	MEMS/current/vibration sensor issue depending on modelMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; check model manual. Ambiguous/model-specific.
8E1	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
8E2	MEMS sensor or button issue depending on modelMEMS / vibration sensor	Check model manual. Could be sensor or stuck button. Ambiguous code.
BC	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
BC1	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
BC2	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
BE	MEMS or vibration sensor issue on some modelsMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; check model manual.
BE1	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
BE2	MEMS sensor or button issue depending on modelMEMS / vibration sensor	Check model manual. Ambiguous code.
1 8C	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
1 BC	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
18C1	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
18C2	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
1BC1	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
1BC2	MEMS sensor issueMEMS / vibration sensor	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
tE	Temperature sensor errorTemperature / heater / steam	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
tE1	Temperature sensor errorTemperature / heater / steam	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
tE2	Temperature sensor errorTemperature / heater / steam	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
tE3	Temperature sensor errorTemperature / heater / steam	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
tC	Temperature sensor errorTemperature / heater / steam	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
tC1	Temperature sensor errorTemperature / heater / steam	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
tC2	Temperature sensor errorTemperature / heater / steam	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
tC3	Temperature sensor errorTemperature / heater / steam	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
EC	Temperature sensor issueTemperature / heater / steam	Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.
HC	Heater or high-temperature heating issueTemperature / heater / steam	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
HE	Heater or high-temperature heating issueTemperature / heater / steam	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
HE1	Water heater not functioningTemperature / heater / steam	Contact Samsung service.
HE2	Dryer heater not functioningTemperature / heater / steam	Dryer section shuts down for safety because temperature is too high. Washer-dryer models.
HE3	Steam function issueTemperature / heater / steam	Steam function is not working normally. Contact service.
H1	Water temperature issueTemperature / heater / steam	Check cold-water connection.
Hr	Heater errorTemperature / heater / steam	Heater relay or heater issue. Service may be needed if repeated.
1 HC	Heater errorTemperature / heater / steam	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
HOT	Appliance too hotTemperature / heater / steam	Not a fault. Fan runs until appliance cools and door unlocks. Information code / safety state.
PC	Clutch position errorClutch	Clutch position cannot be detected. Service recommended.
PE	Clutch position errorClutch	Clutch position cannot be detected. Service recommended.
PC1	Clutch hall signal errorClutch	Clutch detected, but hall signal is wrong. Service recommended.
PE1	Clutch hall signal errorClutch	Clutch detected, but hall signal is wrong. Service recommended.
SDC	Detergent drawer errorDetergent drawer / dispenser	Detergent drawer is not fully closed. Push until it clicks.
5DC	Detergent drawer errorDetergent drawer / dispenser	Detergent drawer is not fully closed. Push until it clicks.
Refill detergent	Auto dispenser emptyDetergent drawer / dispenser	Fill detergent compartment. Message clears next cycle. Information/refill message.
Refill softener	Auto dispenser emptyDetergent drawer / dispenser	Fill softener compartment. Message clears during rinse cycle. Information/refill message.
IE	System errorSystem / relay / other	Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
SF	System errorSystem / relay / other	Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
5F	System errorSystem / relay / other	Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
SF1	System errorSystem / relay / other	Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
SF2	System errorSystem / relay / other	Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
SF3	System errorSystem / relay / other	Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
5F1	System errorSystem / relay / other	Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
5F2	System errorSystem / relay / other	Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
5F3	System errorSystem / relay / other	Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
1 SF	System errorSystem / relay / other	Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
Sr	System relay errorSystem / relay / other	Relay or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
5r	System relay errorSystem / relay / other	Relay or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
7E	SilverCare errorSystem / relay / other	SilverCare system issue on supported models. Model-specific.
FE	Fan issueSystem / relay / other	Contact Samsung service.
9C6	High temperature circuit errorSystem / relay / other	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
9C7	Hardware overcurrent errorSystem / relay / other	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
9C8	Software overcurrent errorSystem / relay / other	Restart; service may be needed if repeated.
18:8J	Model option errorSystem / relay / other	Internal model-setting or configuration issue. Service may be needed.
Cb	Calibration modeInformation / reminder	Washer recalibrates load or weight detection. Run empty. Information code, not an error.
C6	Calibration modeInformation / reminder	Drum or tub moves for calibration. Run empty. Information code, not an error.
dn	Downloading updateInformation / reminder	Washer is downloading an update. Controls may not respond until done. Information code, not an error.
CL	Child LockInformation / reminder	Child Lock mode is active or water drained due to Child Lock safety behavior. Information or safety code.
t1	Test modeInformation / reminder	Washer is in test mode. Restart machine. Information code, not normal wash error.
t2	Test modeInformation / reminder	Washer is in test mode. Restart machine. Information code, not normal wash error.
tSt	Test modeInformation / reminder	Washer is in test mode. Restart machine. Information code, not normal wash error.
Self Clean light	Self Clean reminderInformation / reminder	Not an error. Run Self Clean or Pure Cycle when possible. Information/reminder.
Pure Cycle icon	Cleaning reminderInformation / reminder	Not an error. Run cleaning cycle. Information/reminder.

0Water level / leakage

Drum Clean reminder

Not a fault. Washer still works, but it is reminding you to run Drum Clean.

Information code, not an error.

1CWater level / leakage

Water level sensor issue

Restart the washer. If it returns, sensor or service check may be needed.

1EWater level / leakage

Water level sensor issue

Washer cannot read water level properly. Restart and check again.

1 1CWater level / leakage

Water level or leakage issue

Check for leaks, kinked hoses, incorrect drain hose position, and excess suds.

1 LCWater level / leakage

Water level or leakage issue

Check for leaks, drain hose position, and excess suds.

LCWater level / leakage

Low water level or leakage

Washer detects water level dropping. Check for leaks and drain hose height.

LC1Water level / leakage

Low water level or leakage

Check drain hose position and possible leak.

LEWater level / leakage

Low water level or leakage

Check for leakage and drain hose position.

LE1Water level / leakage

Low water level or leakage

Check for water leak and drain hose clog or position.

E7Water level / leakage

Water level sensor issue

Restart the washer. If code returns, service may be needed.

11EWater level / leakage

Low water level detected

Check drain hose level, clogging, and water leakage.

E9Water level / leakage

Low water level detected

Check drain hose position and water leak.

4CWater supply / temperature

Water supply issue

Washer is not filling correctly. Check water tap, inlet hose, mesh filter, and water pressure.

4EWater supply / temperature

Water supply issue

Water is not entering properly. Check tap, hose, filter, and pressure.

1 4CWater supply / temperature

Water supply issue

Check water supply, inlet hose, and inlet filter.

E1Water supply / temperature

Water supply issue

Check tap, water pressure, mesh filter, and hose.

nFWater supply / temperature

No fill

Washer is not getting water. Check tap, hose, filter, and pressure.

NFWater supply / temperature

No fill

Washer is not filling. Check water tap and inlet hose.

4C2Water supply / temperature

Hot/cold water issue

Cold inlet may be connected to hot water. Check hose connection.

4E1Water supply / temperature

Water temperature issue

Check that the cold-water hose is connected to cold supply.

4E2Water supply / temperature

Water temperature issue

Cold water supply may be too hot or hoses may be swapped.

4EdWater supply / temperature

Water temperature issue

Check hot and cold supply connection.

14C2Water supply / temperature

Hot/cold water issue

Cold water supply is too hot or hoses may be swapped.

CEWater supply / temperature

Water temperature issue

Check cold-water hose connection.

Can also appear differently on some model/region lists.

E8Water supply / temperature

Water temperature issue

Check that the washer is connected to cold water, not hot water.

nF1Water supply / temperature

Hot/cold hose reversed

Hot and cold supply hoses may be connected incorrectly.

5CDrain / cooling

Drain issue

Water is not draining. Check drain hose, drain filter, and blockages.

Buttons may be disabled briefly after this code appears.

5EDrain / cooling

Drain issue

Washer cannot drain properly. Check drain hose, drain filter, and pump filter.

1 5CDrain / cooling

Drain issue

Check pump filter and drain hose.

SCDrain / cooling

Drain issue

Washer is not draining at the correct speed.

SEDrain / cooling

Drain issue

Same as 5C or 5E on many models. Check drainage path.

ndDrain / cooling

No drain

Washer cannot drain water. Check drain path and filter.

E2Drain / cooling

Drain issue or button issue depending on model

On some models it means drain problem; on some models it can mean stuck button.

Ambiguous code. Check exact model manual.

CCDrain / cooling

Cooling or high drain temperature

Water may be too hot while draining. Let it cool; service may be needed if repeated.

OCOverflow

Overflow error

Too much water detected. Washer may drain automatically.

OEOverflow

Overflow error

Too much water detected. Washer may drain automatically.

OFOverflow

Overflow error

Too much water detected.

0COverflow

Overflow error

Too much water detected.

0EOverflow

Overflow error

Too much water detected.

1 OCOverflow

Overflow error

Too much water detected.

1 0COverflow

Overflow error

Too much water detected.

E3Overflow

Overflow error or motor issue depending on model

UK lists E3 as overflow; US lists E3 under motor error group. Check model manual.

Ambiguous code.

dCDoor / Add Door

Door issue or unbalanced load depending on model

Door may not be closed, or on some models it may mean unbalanced load.

Ambiguous code.

DCDoor / Add Door

Door issue

Door is not detected as closed or locked.

dEDoor / Add Door

Door issue

Close door properly; check if clothes are stuck in the door.

dE1Door / Add Door

Main door lock or unlock issue

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

dE2Door / Add Door

On/off switch error

Disconnect from mains, wait 5 minutes, then retry.

dSDoor / Add Door

Door issue

Door is not locked properly.

d5Door / Add Door

Door issue

Door is not detected closed or locked.

FLDoor / Add Door

Door lock issue

Check latch and door lock.

LODoor / Add Door

Door lock issue

Door lock or unlock issue.

L0Door / Add Door

Door lock issue

Same as LO; door lock issue.

dC1Door / Add Door

Main door lock or unlock issue

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

DC1Door / Add Door

Door issue

Door lock or door sensing problem.

dLDoor / Add Door

Door lock issue

Door lock problem.

1 dCDoor / Add Door

Door issue

Door is not detected as closed and locked.

1dC1Door / Add Door

Door issue

Main door lock issue.

1dC4Door / Add Door

FlexWash latch or rubber button issue

On FlexWash, check upper washer latch rubber button.

Model-specific.

EdDoor / Add Door

Door issue

Close door properly; check if laundry is caught.

DC3Door / Add Door

Add Door lock issue

Restart washer; check Add Door lock.

dC3Door / Add Door

Add Door lock issue

Add Door is not detected as closed or locked.

dE3Door / Add Door

Add Door lock or unlock issue

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

DDCDoor / Add Door

Add Door opened wrongly

Add Door was opened without pressing Start/Pause. Close and resume.

ddCDoor / Add Door

Add Door opened wrongly

Close Add Door and press Start/Pause.

UbUnbalanced load

Unbalanced load

Washer stops spin or fails to complete cycle. Redistribute clothes.

UEUnbalanced load

Unbalanced load

Load is uneven. Add or remove clothes and run spin again.

UrUnbalanced load

Unbalanced load retry

Washer will add water and retry balancing; cycle becomes longer.

U6Unbalanced load

Unbalanced load

Rearrange laundry.

1 UbUnbalanced load

Unbalanced load

Rearrange laundry.

1U6Unbalanced load

Unbalanced load

Rearrange laundry.

E4Unbalanced load

Unbalanced load

Washer stopped spin for safety. Redistribute clothes.

dcUnbalanced load

Unbalanced load on some models

On some models this means unbalanced load, not door issue.

Ambiguous code.

SUdFoam / detergent suds

Too much foam

Washer pauses to reduce suds, then continues. Use less detergent.

SudFoam / detergent suds

Too much foam

Too much foam detected. Washer pauses and then continues.

SUDFoam / detergent suds

Too much foam

Too much foam detected. Use less detergent or HE detergent.

5UDFoam / detergent suds

Too much foam

Too much foam detected. Washer pauses and then continues.

SdFoam / detergent suds

Too much foam

Too much foam detected.

5dFoam / detergent suds

Too much foam

Too much foam detected.

SUdSFoam / detergent suds

Too much foam

Too much foam detected.

5Ud5Foam / detergent suds

Too much foam

Too much foam detected.

F70Foam / detergent suds

Too much foam on some older references

Indicates excessive suds on some models.

Model-specific / older reference.

E2Button / control panel

Jammed button or drain issue depending on model

Check if buttons are stuck; on some models E2 means drain issue.

Duplicate because code has multiple possible meanings.

bE1Button / control panel

Button issue

Check for a stuck button and clean the control panel.

bE2Button / control panel

Button issue

Check for a stuck button and clean the control panel.

bE3Button / control panel

Button issue

Check for a stuck button and clean the control panel.

BE2Button / control panel

Button issue or MEMS sensor issue depending on model

On some models it means stuck button; on others it can mean MEMS sensor issue.

Ambiguous code.

6E2Button / control panel

Button issue

Check for a stuck button.

8E2Button / control panel

Button issue or MEMS sensor issue depending on model

On some models it means stuck button; on others it can mean MEMS sensor issue.

Ambiguous code.

12EButton / control panel

Button issue

Check stuck buttons and clean panel.

14EButton / control panel

Button issue

Check stuck buttons and clean panel.

9C1Power / voltage

Low voltage or power issue

Check power supply and plug. Avoid extension cord.

9C2Power / voltage

Low voltage or power issue

Check power supply and plug. Avoid extension cord.

PFPower / voltage

Power failure

Power was interrupted before washer shut down properly.

3EPower / voltage

Voltage issue or motor issue depending on model

Check model manual. On many models it is motor issue; on some it is voltage issue.

Ambiguous code.

2EPower / voltage

Voltage or control board issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

9E1Power / voltage

Power error

Check socket and power supply.

9E2Power / voltage

Power error

Check socket and power supply.

9H1Power / voltage

Power error

Check socket and power supply.

UCPower / voltage

Voltage fluctuation

Check power cord and avoid extension cable.

19C1Power / voltage

Voltage error

Check power supply.

19C2Power / voltage

Voltage error

Check power supply.

PloPower / voltage

Power error

Restart; check socket or fuse if no power.

3CMotor / control / heater overlap

Motor issue

Restart cycle. Service may be needed if repeated.

3EMotor / control / heater overlap

Motor issue or voltage issue depending on model

Check model manual. Often motor issue; sometimes voltage issue.

Duplicate because code has multiple possible meanings.

3E1Motor / control / heater overlap

Motor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

3E2Motor / control / heater overlap

Motor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

3E3Motor / control / heater overlap

Motor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

3E4Motor / control / heater overlap

Motor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

1 3CMotor / control / heater overlap

Motor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

EAMotor / control / heater overlap

Motor issue

Restart cycle.

EBMotor / control / heater overlap

Motor issue

Restart cycle.

3CPMotor / control / heater overlap

Electronic control or pulsator motor operation issue

Restart cycle; service may be needed if repeated.

bEMotor / control / heater overlap

Motor speed sensor error

Motor speed sensor issue. Service may be needed if repeated.

6EMotor / control / heater overlap

Motor speed sensor or heater issue depending on model

US lists as motor speed sensor; UK lists 6E as water heater issue.

Ambiguous code.

E5Motor / control / heater overlap

Water heater issue

Contact Samsung service.

E6Motor / control / heater overlap

Water heater issue

Contact Samsung service.

ACCommunication / electronics

Communication error

Main or sub board communication issue. Restart.

AC3Communication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

AC4Communication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

AC5Communication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

AC6Communication / electronics

Inverter communication error

Check inverter PCB or wiring; restart.

AC7Communication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

ACbCommunication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

AECommunication / electronics

Communication error

Main or sub board communication issue. Restart.

AE3Communication / electronics

Communication error or DR Ready modem error

Samsung lists AE3 under communication and also DR Ready modem error.

Ambiguous/model-specific.

AE4Communication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

AE5Communication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

AE6Communication / electronics

Inverter communication error

Check inverter PCB or wiring; restart.

AE8Communication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

AEbCommunication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

AEBCommunication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

1AC6Communication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

1 ACCommunication / electronics

Communication error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

13ECommunication / electronics

Signal communication issue

Wait a few minutes; restart if it does not recover.

8CMEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS or vibration sensor issue

Restart washer. Service may be needed if repeated.

8C1MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

8C2MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

8EMEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS/current/vibration sensor issue depending on model

Restart; check model manual.

Ambiguous/model-specific.

8E1MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

8E2MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor or button issue depending on model

Check model manual. Could be sensor or stuck button.

Ambiguous code.

BCMEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

BC1MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

BC2MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

BEMEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS or vibration sensor issue on some models

Restart; check model manual.

BE1MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

BE2MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor or button issue depending on model

Check model manual.

Ambiguous code.

1 8CMEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

1 BCMEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

18C1MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

18C2MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

1BC1MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

1BC2MEMS / vibration sensor

MEMS sensor issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

tETemperature / heater / steam

Temperature sensor error

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

tE1Temperature / heater / steam

Temperature sensor error

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

tE2Temperature / heater / steam

Temperature sensor error

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

tE3Temperature / heater / steam

Temperature sensor error

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

tCTemperature / heater / steam

Temperature sensor error

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

tC1Temperature / heater / steam

Temperature sensor error

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

tC2Temperature / heater / steam

Temperature sensor error

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

tC3Temperature / heater / steam

Temperature sensor error

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

ECTemperature / heater / steam

Temperature sensor issue

Restart washer; service may be needed if repeated.

HCTemperature / heater / steam

Heater or high-temperature heating issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

HETemperature / heater / steam

Heater or high-temperature heating issue

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

HE1Temperature / heater / steam

Water heater not functioning

Contact Samsung service.

HE2Temperature / heater / steam

Dryer heater not functioning

Dryer section shuts down for safety because temperature is too high.

Washer-dryer models.

HE3Temperature / heater / steam

Steam function issue

Steam function is not working normally. Contact service.

H1Temperature / heater / steam

Water temperature issue

Check cold-water connection.

HrTemperature / heater / steam

Heater error

Heater relay or heater issue. Service may be needed if repeated.

1 HCTemperature / heater / steam

Heater error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

HOTTemperature / heater / steam

Appliance too hot

Not a fault. Fan runs until appliance cools and door unlocks.

Information code / safety state.

PCClutch

Clutch position error

Clutch position cannot be detected. Service recommended.

PEClutch

Clutch position error

Clutch position cannot be detected. Service recommended.

PC1Clutch

Clutch hall signal error

Clutch detected, but hall signal is wrong. Service recommended.

PE1Clutch

Clutch hall signal error

Clutch detected, but hall signal is wrong. Service recommended.

SDCDetergent drawer / dispenser

Detergent drawer error

Detergent drawer is not fully closed. Push until it clicks.

5DCDetergent drawer / dispenser

Detergent drawer error

Detergent drawer is not fully closed. Push until it clicks.

Refill detergentDetergent drawer / dispenser

Auto dispenser empty

Fill detergent compartment. Message clears next cycle.

Information/refill message.

Refill softenerDetergent drawer / dispenser

Auto dispenser empty

Fill softener compartment. Message clears during rinse cycle.

Information/refill message.

IESystem / relay / other

System error

Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

SFSystem / relay / other

System error

Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

5FSystem / relay / other

System error

Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

SF1System / relay / other

System error

Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

SF2System / relay / other

System error

Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

SF3System / relay / other

System error

Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

5F1System / relay / other

System error

Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

5F2System / relay / other

System error

Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

5F3System / relay / other

System error

Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

1 SFSystem / relay / other

System error

Internal system or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

SrSystem / relay / other

System relay error

Relay or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

5rSystem / relay / other

System relay error

Relay or control issue. Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

7ESystem / relay / other

SilverCare error

SilverCare system issue on supported models.

Model-specific.

FESystem / relay / other

Fan issue

Contact Samsung service.

9C6System / relay / other

High temperature circuit error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

9C7System / relay / other

Hardware overcurrent error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

9C8System / relay / other

Software overcurrent error

Restart; service may be needed if repeated.

18:8JSystem / relay / other

Model option error

Internal model-setting or configuration issue. Service may be needed.

CbInformation / reminder

Calibration mode

Washer recalibrates load or weight detection. Run empty.

Information code, not an error.

C6Information / reminder

Calibration mode

Drum or tub moves for calibration. Run empty.

Information code, not an error.

dnInformation / reminder

Downloading update

Washer is downloading an update. Controls may not respond until done.

Information code, not an error.

CLInformation / reminder

Child Lock

Child Lock mode is active or water drained due to Child Lock safety behavior.

Information or safety code.

t1Information / reminder

Test mode

Washer is in test mode. Restart machine.

Information code, not normal wash error.

t2Information / reminder

Test mode

Washer is in test mode. Restart machine.

Information code, not normal wash error.

tStInformation / reminder

Test mode

Washer is in test mode. Restart machine.

Information code, not normal wash error.

Self Clean lightInformation / reminder

Self Clean reminder

Not an error. Run Self Clean or Pure Cycle when possible.

Information/reminder.

Pure Cycle iconInformation / reminder

Cleaning reminder

Not an error. Run cleaning cycle.

Information/reminder.

For most codes, the first step is the same: turn the washer off, unplug it for a few minutes, and restart the cycle. If a code keeps coming back after the checks above, it usually points to a part that needs a technician. Meanings here are based on Samsung's official US, UK, and Latin America support pages.

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