Samsung appliances show short alphanumeric codes; newer models use a letter+C format (e.g. 4C) while older ones used a letter+E (e.g. 4E) for the same fault. Codes are consistent across many Samsung washers, dryers, dishwashers, and fridges. Find yours below.
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Samsung washer codes
| Code | Meaning | Most likely cause |
|---|---|---|
| 4C / 4E | Water supply error — not filling correctly | Supply tap off, kinked hose, clogged inlet mesh filters |
| 5C / 5E | Drain error | Clogged debris (pump) filter or blocked drain hose |
| UB / Ub / UE | Unbalanced load | Uneven load; washer not level |
| dC / dE | Door won’t lock / open during cycle | Door not shut or door lock assembly |
| LC / 1C | Water leak detected | Leak sensor triggered — check hoses and door seal |
| 3C / 3E | Motor / hall sensor fault | Drive motor or its sensor |
Samsung dryer, dishwasher & fridge codes
| Code | Appliance | Meaning / likely cause |
|---|---|---|
| 4C | Dryer | Water supply issue (steam models) — check water connection |
| HC / HE | Dryer | Heater / thermistor fault |
| LC / LE | Dishwasher | Leak detected — base water / door seal |
| 4C / 5C | Dishwasher | Water supply (4C) or drain (5C) fault |
| 22 E / 22 C | Refrigerator | Freezer fan or defrost fault |
| OF OF | Refrigerator | Cooling / demo mode is on — not a fault; disable it |
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