Samsung Washing Machine OE / 0E / OC / 0C / 1OC / 10C error code

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

These codes mean your Samsung washing machine detected that the water level inside the drum has exceeded the normal operating limit. This is a safety shutdown to prevent overflow and flooding. The most common cause is a faulty water inlet valve that is not closing properly and allowing water to keep entering the drum. Excessive suds can also trigger an overflow condition.

Common causes

Water inlet valve is not closing properly and water continues to enter the drum
Excessive suds from too much detergent or non-HE detergent raising the apparent water level
Water level pressure sensor has malfunctioned giving an incorrect reading

How to fix it

1

Turn off the water supply taps immediately
2

Unplug the washer to stop the cycle
3

Check if excessive suds are visible inside the drum
4

If suds are present run empty cycles with no detergent until suds clear, then switch to HE detergent
5

If no suds are visible the water inlet valve likely needs replacing — arrange professional service