How do I fix error code LE on a Samsung washers?

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Samsung Washers2024–present

Error Code LE

Q: What does error code LE mean on a Samsung washers?

Water is leaking somewhere inside the washing machine Air hose is out of place causing water leakage during the spin cycle; Tub back at the safety bolts fixing part is broken; Excessive foaming from too much detergent causing water leakage at the front; Connecting hose to the detergent drawer is connected incorrectly; Drain pump filter cover is engaged incorrectly; Water leakage at the drain hose; Duct condensing holding screws are worn; Nozzle-diaphragm is engaged in the opposite direction or rubber packaging is omitted; Screws holding the tub back and front are fastened incorrectly; Leakage sensor is faulty; Alien substance such as underwear, coins, wire in the Draining Bellows; Drain motor is defective; Water leaks from the tub internal hose or product assembly part

Water is leaking somewhere inside the washing machine

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: LE

What This Means

Air hose is out of place causing water leakage during the spin cycle; Tub back at the safety bolts fixing part is broken; Excessive foaming from too much detergent causing water leakage at the front; Connecting hose to the detergent drawer is connected incorrectly; Drain pump filter cover is engaged incorrectly; Water leakage at the drain hose; Duct condensing holding screws are worn; Nozzle-diaphragm is engaged in the opposite direction or rubber packaging is omitted; Screws holding the tub back and front are fastened incorrectly; Leakage sensor is faulty; Alien substance such as underwear, coins, wire in the Draining Bellows; Drain motor is defective; Water leaks from the tub internal hose or product assembly part

What actually causes this:

A small item like a sock or coin got trapped in the drain area, or a hose connection came loose

First Thing to Check

Stop the washer immediately and check around the base for standing water — do not use the washer until the leak is fixed

Parts Involved

Draining BellowsDrain PumpDrain MotorAir HoseTub AssemblyNozzle-DiaphragmLeakage Sensor

How to Fix

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1. Check if there is any alien substance in the Draining Bellows for natural draining — remove the alien substance
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2. Check for any alien substance inside the drain pump
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3. If the drain motor is defective, replace it
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4. Check if the water leaks from the tub connection part or internal hose
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5. Check the laundry type and check if the laundry load is unbalanced
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6. Inspect all hose connections, tub screws, and the nozzle-diaphragm orientation