How do I fix error code LE on a Samsung washers?

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Samsung Washers2014–present

Error Code LE

Q: What does error code LE mean on a Samsung washers?

Your washer detected water leaking where it shouldn't be Air hose is out of place and water leakage occurs during spin cycle; Tub back at safety bolts fixing part is broken; Water leakage from front with foaming because of too much detergent; Connecting hose to detergent drawer is connected incorrectly; Drain pump filter cover engaged incorrectly; Water leakage at drain hose; Duct condensing holding screws are worn; Nozzle-diaphragm engaged in opposite direction or rubber packaging omitted; Screws holding tub back and front fastened incorrectly; Leakage sensor is faulty; Foreign material such as underwire or coins in drain pump; Drain bellows clogged with foreign material; Fault of an incorrect part or incorrect engagement in product

Your washer detected water leaking where it shouldn't be

Critical

Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue

Also displayed as: LE

What This Means

Air hose is out of place and water leakage occurs during spin cycle; Tub back at safety bolts fixing part is broken; Water leakage from front with foaming because of too much detergent; Connecting hose to detergent drawer is connected incorrectly; Drain pump filter cover engaged incorrectly; Water leakage at drain hose; Duct condensing holding screws are worn; Nozzle-diaphragm engaged in opposite direction or rubber packaging omitted; Screws holding tub back and front fastened incorrectly; Leakage sensor is faulty; Foreign material such as underwire or coins in drain pump; Drain bellows clogged with foreign material; Fault of an incorrect part or incorrect engagement in product

What actually causes this:

Something like a bra underwire or coin got stuck in the drain pump, or the drain filter cover wasn't screwed on tight enough

First Thing to Check

Check the drain filter cover at the bottom front of the washer — make sure it's screwed in tightly and not cross-threaded

Parts Involved

Drain PumpLeakage SensorWater Level SensorDiaphragmDrain BellowsHoses

How to Fix

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1. DRAIN PUMP TYPE (Automatic Drainage): Check for any foreign material in the bellows
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2. Check for any leakage on the base, Hose, Valve, and Tub connections — take any required action
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3. Check for foreign material such as underwire or coins
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4. Remove the foreign material
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5. Check the drain motor operation — if it does not operate normally, replace
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6. PUMP TYPE: Check for any leakage on the base, Hose, Valve, and Tub connections
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7. If the water level sensor has a functional error, replace it
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8. Check the hose connected to the water sensor — if it is torn or has a hole, replace