Samsung Washers2024–present

Error Code LC1

The washer detected moisture that may be from detergent overflow, not an actual leak

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: LC1 (upper) / LC1 (lower)

What This Means

Detergent, softener, or bleach has overflowed the detergent case; Exterior of upper washer is cleaned with water; Leakage sensor triggered by external water

What actually causes this:

Too much detergent was added and it overflowed, or water splashed on the washer while cleaning it

First Thing to Check

Check if detergent, fabric softener, or bleach overflowed from the dispenser — reduce the amount next time

Parts Involved

Detergent CaseDrain HoseLeakage Sensor

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. Make sure the drain hose is not clogged

  2. 2

    2. Make sure the end of the drain hose is placed on the floor

  3. 3

    3. Check if the detergent/softener/bleach has overflowed the detergent case

  4. 4

    4. Check if the exterior of the upper washer is cleaned with water

  5. 5

    5. If the information code remains, contact a customer service center

This Error Applies To

Samsung WV55M9600A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)

Service manual exact match: WV55M9600AV/A5Service manual exact match: WV55M9600AW/A5

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