Error Code Ub
The washer load is off-balance and the washer cannot spin safely.
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: Ub
What This Means
Laundry causing unbalance; Spin hex nut loose; Single heavy item
What actually causes this:
Usually one heavy item like a bath towel or pair of jeans has bunched up on one side of the tub.
First Thing to Check
Pause the washer, open the lid, and rearrange the clothes so they are spread evenly around the tub.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check laundry distribution
- 2
2. Check machine is level
- 3
3. Check spin hex nut is tight
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA50B5100A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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