Error Code LC
Your 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
Heater engagement fault (out of place); Air hose out of place causing water leakage during spin cycle; Tub back broken at safety bolt fixing point; Water leakage at front from excessive foaming due to too much detergent; Connecting hose to detergent drawer connected incorrectly; Drain pump filter cover engaged incorrectly; Water leakage at drain hose; Duct condensing holding screws are worn; Nozzle-diaphragm engaged in opposite direction or rubber packaging omitted; Screws holding tub back and front fastened incorrectly; Leakage sensor is faulty
What actually causes this:
Water is leaking inside the washer, often from the drain filter not being screwed in tight, a loose hose, or too much detergent causing foam overflow.
First Thing to Check
Check the drain pump filter door at the bottom front of the washer — make sure the cap is screwed on tight and not cross-threaded.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
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1. Check for any leakage on the base, hoses, valves, and tub connections
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2. Check the drain pump bellows for foreign material such as underwire or coins
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3. During natural draining, check if drain bellows are clogged with foreign material and remove it
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4. Check the drain motor operation and replace if it does not operate normally
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5. Inspect the heater mounting for proper engagement
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6. Check the nozzle-diaphragm orientation and rubber packing
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7. Verify the drain pump filter cover is properly seated
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8. Check duct condensing holding screws for wear
Other Error Codes for WF45N5300AW
An internal communication module in your washer has lost its connection.
Your washer's vibration sensor has a general fault.
Your washer's main computer board has crashed and cannot recover.
Your washer's door lock mechanism has a hardware fault.
Your washer's motor controller has lost communication with the main board.
Your washer is not getting enough water to start or continue the cycle.
Your washer is not getting enough electrical power to run properly.
Your washer cannot detect the water level inside the drum.