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

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Samsung Washers2016–present

Error Code LC

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

The washer has detected a water leak inside the machine. 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 at the front due to excessive foaming from too much detergent; Connecting hose to the detergent drawer is connected incorrectly; Drain pump filter cover is engaged incorrectly; Water leakage at the drain hose; Duct condensing holding screws are worn; Nozzle-diaphragm is engaged in the opposite direction or the rubber packing is omitted; Screws holding the tub back and front in place are fastened incorrectly; Leakage sensor is faulty; Fault of a drain hose part — drain bellows are clogged with foreign material; Foreign material such as underwire or coins in the drain area

The washer has detected a water leak inside the machine.

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 at the front due to excessive foaming from too much detergent; Connecting hose to the detergent drawer is connected incorrectly; Drain pump filter cover is engaged incorrectly; Water leakage at the drain hose; Duct condensing holding screws are worn; Nozzle-diaphragm is engaged in the opposite direction or the rubber packing is omitted; Screws holding the tub back and front in place are fastened incorrectly; Leakage sensor is faulty; Fault of a drain hose part — drain bellows are clogged with foreign material; Foreign material such as underwire or coins in the drain area

What actually causes this:

Often caused by using too much detergent (creates suds that leak out the front) or a loose drain hose connection.

First Thing to Check

Check under and around the washer for any visible water. Reduce the amount of detergent you use — use only HE (High Efficiency) detergent.

Parts Involved

Leakage SensorDrain HoseDrain Pump Filter CoverDiaphragmTub AssemblyAir HoseDetergent Drawer Hose

How to Fix

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1. Check for any leakage on the base, Hose, Valve, and Tub connections
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2. Check for any foreign material in the bellows
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3. Check the drain motor operation — if the product does not operate normally, replace it
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4. Remove the foreign material if found
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5. Replace if incorrect engagement or the part is faulty
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6. Check the drain pump filter cover engagement
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7. Inspect the diaphragm nozzle direction and rubber packing