Samsung Washing Machine 1E / LE / 1C / LC / LC1 / 11C / 1LC error code

Difficulty: Medium · Cost: $0–$150 · Duration: 15–30m

These codes mean your Samsung washing machine detected moisture somewhere it does not belong, or there is an issue with the water level sensor itself. Sometimes leaks are small enough to go unnoticed. Excessive suds from too much detergent or non-HE detergent can also trigger these codes. Checking for leaks and running empty cycles to clear any suds resolves most cases.

Common causes

Water is leaking from a hose, connection, or the drum area
Supply hoses or drain hose are kinked causing abnormal water levels
Too much detergent or non-HE detergent caused excessive suds triggering the sensor
Water level sensor has malfunctioned

How to fix it

1

Check behind and under the washer for any signs of a water leak
2

Check that the supply hoses and drain hose are not kinked or bent
3

Do not remove the screw on the back of the washer that holds the drain hose — if removed screw it back in with any fitting screw
4

Run an empty cycle with no detergent or additives and watch for suds during the cycle
5

If suds appear continue running empty cycles until no more suds are produced then check if the code returns
6

If no suds appear but the code continues arrange professional service