Error Code 8C
The washer's vibration sensor is not working.
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 8C
What This Means
MEMS PBA disconnected; MEMS PBA defective; Main PBA wire disconnection; PBA silver nano part malfunction
What actually causes this:
The small sensor board that detects drum vibration has failed or its wire connection has come loose.
First Thing to Check
Turn off the washer, wait 2-3 minutes, turn it back on, and try again.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Power the washer off, wait 2-3 minutes, power on, and try again.
- 2
2. Check wire connections to the MEMS PBA.
- 3
3. Replace the MEMS PBA if defective.
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4. For 8C1/8C2 subcodes: replace MEMS PBA due to main PBA wire disconnection or PBA silver nano part malfunction.
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA51DG5505 Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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