Error Code OC
The washer is overfilling with water because it cannot detect when to stop.
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: OC
What This Means
Water is supplied continually because water level detection does not work; Drain hose is clogged causing injection error at narrow section; Water supplied continually due to freezing or foreign material in water supply valve; Water level sensor degraded; Water supply valve stuck open
What actually causes this:
The water inlet valve is stuck open or the water level sensor hose is disconnected, so the washer keeps filling.
First Thing to Check
Turn off the water supply faucets immediately and unplug the washer.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. If the water valve is faulty, replace the part
- 2
2. If the water level sensor has a functional error, replace it
- 3
3. Check the hose connected to the water level sensor - this error occurs if it is torn or has a hole
- 4
4. Check for water frozen in the winter season
- 5
5. Use a hair dryer to defrost the hose if frozen
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6. Check whether the hose is folded, cut, or damaged
This Error Applies To
Samsung WV60M9900A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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