Error Code LC
The washer has detected a water leak
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: LC
What This Means
Leakage at the base, hose, valve, or tub connections; Foreign material in the drain bellows (underwear, wires, coins); Fault of a hose or incorrect part engagement in the product; Drain bellows clogged during natural draining; Drain motor fault
What actually causes this:
Something like a coin, hair clip, or underwire bra wire got caught in the drain and is blocking water flow or causing a leak
First Thing to Check
Check the small debris filter at the bottom-front of the washer for clogs — place a towel down first to catch any water
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check for any leakage on the base, hose, valve, and tub connections
- 2
2. Check whether there is any foreign material in the bellows — common items include underwear, wires, and coins
- 3
3. Remove any foreign material from the drain bellows
- 4
4. For drain pump type: check the drain motor operation — replace if it does not operate normally
- 5
5. Check all hose connections for proper engagement
- 6
6. Verify the drain hose end is not placed on the floor and is not clogged
Other Error Codes for WF53BB8700AVUS
The washer's main control board and display board are not communicating
The main control board and motor driver board stopped talking to each other
The water heater or temperature sensor is not working correctly
A very heavy or stiff item is causing the drum to be unbalanced
The drum motor is not spinning properly
The small add-clothes door on top of the main door is not closed
The add-door lock mechanism has failed
The door lock mechanism is not engaging or releasing properly