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Samsung Error Codes — Washing Machine & Dishwasher Guide

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Samsung is a leading appliance brand with a wide range of washing machines and dishwashers popular in the UK and Europe. This page covers error codes for both product categories.

Samsung washing machines sold in Europe use error codes for various fault conditions.

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Samsung dishwashers use error codes typically starting with letters (0C, 1C, 2C, etc.) or numbers.

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Error CodeFault TypeTypical Cause
4C / 4EWater Supply ErrorWater inlet valve or supply issue
5C / 5EDrain ErrorDrain pump or drain hose blockage
dC / 6CDoor Lock ErrorDoor not properly closed or lock failure
UEUnbalanced LoadLoad distribution uneven
OEOverflow ErrorWater level sensor issue
DEDoor ErrorDoor switch malfunction
SE / SudSensor ErrorMotor position sensor issue
HEHeating ErrorHeating element failure
Error CodeFault TypeTypical Cause
0CWater SupplyWater inlet issue
1CWater LevelWater level sensor fault
3CTemperatureTemperature sensor issue
4CHeatingHeating element problem
5CDrainDrain pump blockage
6CDoor LockDoor lock mechanism

Samsung appliances display numeric or alphanumeric codes for various fault conditions. Washing machines typically use codes like 4E (water supply), 5E (drain), dC (door), UE (unbalanced). Dishwashers use codes starting with numbers like 0C, 1C, 2C.

How do I reset Samsung appliance error codes?

Section titled “How do I reset Samsung appliance error codes?”

Unplug the machine from the mains, wait 60 seconds, then plug back in and restart. If the same code reappears, consult the specific error code guide for your model.

The model number is typically located on the inside of the door or on the back panel of the machine.

Source: Samsung Service Manuals
Last verified: 2026-02