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Samsung Washer Error Code LC
The water level is falling during the cycle — a leak or a level fault.
Also shown as: LE, LC1, 1C, E9, 11E Last verified: 2026-10-30
Most likely causes, in order
| Cause | How common |
|---|---|
| A genuine leak: a hose, door seal, dispenser or pump joint letting water out | Most common — check first |
| The drain hose sitting lower than the washer base, so water siphons out mid-cycle | Common |
| A failing water-level (pressure) sensor or its hose | Less common — service job |
| A loose sensor wire connection after moving the machine | Less common |
What to try, easiest first
- Switch the washer off and look underneath and behind it for water, drips, or a wet patch. Dry the floor so a new drip is visible.
- Check every hose connection, the door seal, and the dispenser for cracks, splits or looseness. Tighten a loose hose clamp by hand; do not overtighten.
- Confirm the drain hose outlet is not lower than the washer base and is not pushed deep into a floor drain where it can siphon.
- If there is no sign of water anywhere, power the washer off for a few minutes and restart. If the code returns with a dry floor, the level sensor is the suspect — book service.
- Do not keep restarting a washer that is actively leaking. Turn the taps off first.
Reset procedure
Soft reset (first try): press Power to switch the washer off, wait about 2–3 minutes, switch it back on and restart the cycle. If the code was a one-off sensor glitch, it often clears here.
Hard reset: switch the washer off, unplug it from the wall outlet (or switch its breaker off) for 2–3 minutes, plug it back in and restart. Never open a panel or touch wiring while it is plugged in.
When to call a technician
Call a technician if you find water you cannot trace, the code returns with a completely dry floor, or the washer drains itself empty on its own.
Difficulty, time and cost
| Difficulty | Medium — leak hunting takes patience |
|---|---|
| Typical DIY time | 20–45 minutes (editorial estimate, not a quoted time) |
| Part / job cost | $10–$30 for a replacement hose; $40–$120 for a door seal part. Hose and seal part ranges from the leak-repair guide; sensor or pump work is a service job — get a quote first. Prices vary by model and area — treat every figure as an estimate, not a quote. |
Model notes and limits
LC is the leak-and-level code: the washer detects the water level dropping when it should not. The first job is always to find water; only a dry floor points to the sensor.
Front-load and top-load models, AddWash/FlexWash models, and US versus UK displays can show the same fault differently. Always confirm against the manual for your exact model number (on the label inside the door or lid, or on the back of the washer) before ordering a part.
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Frequently asked questions
Leak or sensor — how do I tell which one it is?
Water on the floor means leak. A dry floor with a repeating code means the sensor or its wiring is the more likely cause.
The washer drains itself and then shows this code. Why?
That is the washer protecting itself: when the level reading looks wrong, it drains to avoid overflowing, then stops and reports the fault.
Can I use the washer while waiting for service?
No, not if any water is escaping. A small drip becomes a floor and subfloor repair quickly. Turn the taps off until it is checked.
Sources
- Solo Appliance Repair — Samsung washer error code list — https://soloappliancerepair.com/comprehensive-guide-to-samsung-washing-machine-error-codes/ (checked 2026-10-30)
- North London Appliance Repairs — Samsung washing machine error codes — https://www.northlondonappliancerepairs.co.uk/discussions/washing-machine-help-forum/samsung-washing-machine-error-codes.html?print=1&tmpl=component (checked 2026-10-30)
- WashingCodes — Samsung top-load washer error codes — https://washingcodes.com/samsung-wa52j8060a-wa52j8700a-top-load-washer-with-activewash-error-codes/amp/ (checked 2026-10-30)