Samsung · Dishwasher

Samsung Dishwasher 5C / 5E error code

Difficulty: Easy · Cost: $0–$80 · Duration: 15–20m

The 5C or 5E error means your Samsung dishwasher cannot drain the water from the tub. This is most commonly caused by a blocked drain hose, a clogged filter, or an incorrectly installed drain hose. Checking the drain hose installation and cleaning the filter resolves it in most cases.

Common causes

Drain hose is kinked, bent, or not correctly installed
Dishwasher filter is clogged with food debris
Sink drain or air gap is blocked
Drain pump has malfunctioned

How to fix it

1

Check the drain hose for kinks and make sure it is correctly routed — it should have a high loop or air gap to prevent backflow
2

Make sure the drain hose connection to the sink is not pinched or blocked
3

Remove and clean the dishwasher filter at the bottom of the tub
4

Check the sink drain and air gap for blockages
5

Unplug the dishwasher for 1 to 5 minutes then restore power and try again
6

If the error continues arrange professional service