Source-checked code index
Samsung washing machines
error codes
3 currently verified guides. Error-code meaning can vary by model, so each page links to the manufacturer material used for verification.
Fast comparison
Meaning, urgency, and first check
Use the displayed code—not a similar-looking one. Open the full guide before taking apart panels or ordering a replacement part.
| Code | What it means | Urgency | First safe check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4CAlso 1 4C, nF, 4E | Washer is not filling correctlyWater is not entering the washer as expected. Samsung also uses 1 4C, nF, and 4E for related filling errors on some models. | Check now | Open both hot and cold water valves completely. |
| 4C2Also 4E2, CE, 14C2, nF1 | Hot and cold supplies may be reversedThe washer is detecting unexpectedly hot water at the cold inlet. Some models display 4E2, CE, 14C2, or nF1. | Check now | Turn off both water supply valves. |
| 5CAlso nd, 5E, SE, SC, 1 5C | No-drain errorWater is not draining at the correct speed. Some Samsung models show nd, 5E, SE, SC, or 1 5C for the same family of problem. | Pause and inspect | Pause the cycle and prepare for residual water. |
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Copy the display exactly
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