How do I fix error code LC on my Samsung WA52J8700AP?

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Samsung WA52J8700APWasher

Error Code LC

Q: What does error code LC mean on a Samsung WA52J8700AP?

Your washer has detected a water leak. Air hose is out of place and water leakage occurs during the spin cycle; Tub back at the safety bolts fixing part is broken; Water leakage occurs at the front with foaming because of too much detergent; Connecting hose to the detergent drawer is connected incorrectly; Drain pump filter cover is engaged incorrectly; Water leakage occurs at the drain hose; Duct condensing holding screws are worn; Nozzle-diaphragm is engaged in the opposite direction or the rubber packaging is omitted; Screws that hold the tub back and front in place are fastened incorrectly; Leakage sensor is faulty

Your washer has detected a water leak.

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: LC

What This Means

Air hose is out of place and water leakage occurs during the spin cycle; Tub back at the safety bolts fixing part is broken; Water leakage occurs at the front with foaming because of too much detergent; Connecting hose to the detergent drawer is connected incorrectly; Drain pump filter cover is engaged incorrectly; Water leakage occurs at the drain hose; Duct condensing holding screws are worn; Nozzle-diaphragm is engaged in the opposite direction or the rubber packaging is omitted; Screws that hold the tub back and front in place are fastened incorrectly; Leakage sensor is faulty

What actually causes this:

Usually caused by using too much detergent (which creates excess suds that leak) or a loose drain hose connection.

First Thing to Check

Check the floor around and under the washer for any visible water, and make sure the drain hose connection at the back is secure.

Parts Involved

Drain PumpDrain BellowsDrain HoseLeak SensorTub SealNozzle-Diaphragm

How to Fix

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1. Since this occurs when an alien substance is in the Draining Bellows or DV Case, check if there is any alien substance in the Draining Bellows for natural draining
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2. Remove the alien substance
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3. Check if the drain motor is defective, replace the motor
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4. Check for alien substance such as underwire, coins, etc.
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5. Check if the water leaks from the tub connection part or internal hose
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6. Check the laundry type and check if the assembly is unbalanced