Error Code 5DC
The detergent drawer is not pushed in all the way.
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: 5DC
What This Means
Detergent drawer not completely closed; Detergent drawer latch not engaged
What actually causes this:
The detergent drawer was not pushed in firmly enough, or dried detergent residue is preventing it from closing fully.
First Thing to Check
Push the detergent drawer in firmly until you hear and feel it click into place.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Close the detergent drawer until it clicks
- 2
2. Verify you hear a click sound when the drawer is properly closed
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