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LC

Drain hose installation or siphoning fault

Samsung uses LC/LC1/LE/LE1 to indicate that the drain-hose arrangement needs checking.

What this code means

Samsung uses LC/LC1/LE/LE1 to indicate that the drain-hose arrangement needs checking.

Possible causes

  • Drain hose end positioned too low
  • Drain hose blocked
  • Incorrect drain-hose installation
  • Siphoning condition

Common symptoms

  • LC, LC1, LE or LE1 displayed
  • Water level or draining may behave abnormally

Checks to make

  1. Check the drain-hose end is not lying on the floor
  2. Check the hose is not clogged
  3. Confirm installation height against the appliance manual

Safety

  • Switch off and unplug the appliance before accessing hoses, filters or internal components. Do not bypass door locks or safety devices.

Model notes

Samsung notes that code format and availability can vary by model.