Error Code SUD
The washer detected too many soap bubbles and is working to remove them.
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: Sud / SUdS
What This Means
Too much detergent used; Non-HE detergent used; Excessive foaming detected during wash cycle
What actually causes this:
Too much detergent was added, or regular (non-HE) detergent was used instead of HE detergent.
First Thing to Check
Wait for the washer to finish its automatic suds-removal process. It will continue the cycle on its own.
How to Fix
- 1
1. This is a normal protective operation — the washer will automatically reduce foam
- 2
2. Verify the consumer is using HE (High Efficiency) detergent
- 3
3. Verify the consumer is using the recommended amount of detergent
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA51A5505A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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