Samsung · Washing machines
Samsung washer LC: Water-level or leakage warning
THE SHORT ANSWER
Water-level or leakage warning.
LC belongs to Samsung’s water-level/leakage group. Begin with a visible leak check; the display alone cannot identify a failed sensor.
Look for moisture around the door and accessible hose connections.
Keep hands clear of a moving drum. Do not force a locked door or work on live wiring. Stop if water reaches an electrical connection.
WHAT YOU MAY NOTICE
Symptoms to record
- The washer displays LC.
WORK THROUGH THE BASICS
Safe troubleshooting checks
Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.
With the machine stopped, examine accessible hoses and the door seal for water or damage.
What to noteYou can describe where moisture first appears.
Check for kinks without removing the rear drain-hose holder. If its holder is missing, request service.
What to noteThe hose remains secured in its designed position.
THE DETAILS MATTER
Scope & troubleshooting notes
How to interpret this result
A dry floor does not prove that the sensing system is healthy. Record whether LC appears during filling, draining, or immediately at power-on so the technician has context.
YOUR NEXT DECISION
When to stop and get help
Stop for an active leak. If accessible installation checks do not resolve LC, request service rather than replacing a sensor by guesswork.
THE EVIDENCE
Sources & verification
Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.
- Samsung washing machine information and error codes
Samsung US · Manufacturer support · Checked
4C; 5C; SUd; Ub; model-dependent dC — Samsung US washers; model-specific code variants exist
- Samsung washing machine is leaking
Samsung · Manufacturer support · Checked
Hoses, door seal and drain hose holder — Samsung US consumer support; check the model manual before applying a procedure.