Samsung washing machines are a popular choice for households around the world. While they are generally reliable and efficient, like all machines, they can experience errors and malfunctions. Understanding the various error codes that your Samsung washing machine may display can help you troubleshoot issues and address them before they become more serious. This article will explore some of the most common Samsung washing machine error codes and their possible causes, as well as provide some tips on how to resolve these issues. Whether you’re a Samsung washing machine owner or simply curious about the different error codes that can arise in modern appliances, this article will provide valuable information on this topic.

Error code Description Causes Solution
1C/1E This error code indicates there is an issue with the water level sensor.
  • Sensor malfunction
  • Clogs or blockages
  • Overloading
Switch off the appliance at the mains then wait 1 minute before restarting. If the issue persists, we recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
3C/3E/3E1/3E2/3E3/3E4 This error code indicates there is an issue with the washing machine motor.
  • Overloading
  • Worn motor brushes
  • Power supply issues
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
3CP This error code indicates electronic control issue.
  • Power supply issues
  • Faulty control board
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
4C/4E This error code indicates an issue with the water supply.
  • Water supply valve
  • Kinked or damaged hoses
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
4C2, 4E1, 4E2, 4Ed These error codes indicate there is an issue with the water temperature.
  • Faulty water inlet valve
  • Faulty temperature sensor
  • Clogged filter
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
5C, 5E This error code signifies an issue with the water drainage.
  • Clogged drain hose
  • Clogged filter
  • Faulty drain pump
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
6E This error code indicates that the water heater isn’t functioning correctly.
  • Faulty water heater
  • Sediment build-up
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
8C This indicates there is a current error.
  • Overloading
  • Unbalanced load
  • Faulty motor
Switch off the appliance at the mains then wait 1 minute before restarting. If the issue persists, we recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
9E1, 9E2, 9H1 This indicates a power error in the machine.
  • Electrical issues
  • Faulty control board
  • Loose connections
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
11E This error code indicates a low water level was detected.
  • Water supply issues
  • Clogged inlet screens
  • Faulty water valve
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
12E This error code indicates an issue with the washing machine buttons.
  • Physical damage
  • Moisture or water damage
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
13E This issue indicates a signal communication error.
  • Faulty connections
  • Electrical issues
  • Software glitches
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.

Codes Starting with A Letter

Error code Description Causes Solution
AC6/AC/AE This indicates a signal communication error in the machine.
  • Faulty connections
  • Electrical issues
  • Software glitches
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
bE1/bE2/bE3 This error code indicates an issue with the washing machine buttons.
  • Physical damage
  • Moisture or water damage
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
CE This error code indicates there is an issue with the water temperature.
  • Faulty water inlet valve
  • Faulty temperature sensor
  • Clogged filter
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
dC/DC/DC1/dE/dE1 This indicates an issue with the door locking.
  • Obstructions
  • Faulty part
Check for any obstructions in the door. If the issue persists, we recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
E1 This error code indicates an issue with the water supply.
  • Water supply valve
  • Kinked or damaged hoses
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
E2 This error signifies an issue with the water drainage.
  • Clogged drain hose
  • Clogged filter
  • Faulty drain pump
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
E3/OC/OE/OF This error code indicates an overflow error.
  • Clogged or damaged drain pump
  • Faulty water level sensor
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
E5/E6/HE1 This code indicates that the water heater is not functioning.
  • Faulty water heater
  • Sediment build-up
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
E7 This error code indicates there is an issue with the water level sensor.
  • Sensor malfunction
  • Clogs or blockages
  • Overloading
Switch off the appliance at the mains then wait 1 minute before restarting. If the issue persists, we recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
E8/H1/HC/HE These error codes indicate there is an issue with the water temperature.
  • Faulty water inlet valve
  • Faulty temperature sensor
  • Clogged filter
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
E9 This error code indicates a low water level was detected.
  • Water supply issues
  • Clogged inlet screens
  • Faulty water valve
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
EA/EB This error code indicates there is an issue with the washing machine motor.
  • Overloading
  • Worn motor brushes
  • Power supply issues
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
FE This error code indicates there is an issue with the fan.
  • Malfunctioning motor
  • Malfunctioning control board
  • Clogged or dirty filter
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.
LC/LC1/LE/LE1 This indicates a low water level has been detected.
  • Clogged water inlet valve
  • Faulty water level sensor
  • Malfunctioning water pump
We recommend seeking professional advice. You can book a repair service here.

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