Error Code 9C1
The washer is not getting enough electrical power
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 9C1 (upper) / 9C1 (lower)
What This Means
Under voltage supplied to the washer; Plug receptacle being used (voltage drop through extension cord); Connecting wire longer than 1 meter causing up to 10V momentary voltage drop; Main PBA fault
What actually causes this:
The washer is plugged into an extension cord or a weak outlet that can't deliver full voltage
First Thing to Check
Make sure the washer is plugged directly into a wall outlet, not an extension cord or power strip
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the consumer's power conditions — verify the operating voltage
- 2
2. Connect a tester to the internal power terminals during Boil operations and observe the washing machine's operation carefully
- 3
3. Check whether a plug receptacle (extension cord) is used — when the connecting wire is 1m, a momentary low voltage may drop up to 10V
- 4
4. Check voltages at the outlet
- 5
5. If voltage is normal, replace Main PBA
This Error Applies To
Samsung WV55M9600A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
Related Error Codes
The washer is getting too much electrical power
The washer cannot detect the water level properly
The washer's motor cannot spin or is struggling to turn
The washer is not getting water
The incoming water is too hot for delicate wash cycles
The washer cannot pump the water out
The top and bottom washers cannot communicate with each other
A button on the control panel appears to be stuck