Samsung Washers2015–present

Error Code LC1

Your washer's leak sensor has been triggered.

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: LC1

What This Means

Leakage sensor is faulty; Actual water leak from various connection points

What actually causes this:

Water has reached the leak sensor at the bottom of the washer, usually from a loose hose or too much detergent.

First Thing to Check

Check the floor around and under the washer for any visible water.

Parts Involved

Leak SensorDrain Motor

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. Check for alien substance such as underwire, coins, etc. in the drain area

  2. 2

    2. Check if the drain motor is defective

  3. 3

    3. Check if water leaks from the tub connection part or internal hose

Parts Commonly Needed for This Error

OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers

This Error Applies To

Samsung WA52J8 Series Washers (2015) (2015–present)

Service manual exact match: WA52J8700AP/A2Service manual exact match: WA52J8700AW/A2Service manual exact match: WA52J8060AW/A2

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