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Samsung washer error LC
Samsung washer error LC means the water level has dropped below the point the washer resets to — either a real leak, or a drain installed so that water siphons out. Check for a puddle before suspecting the sensor.
Also shows as 1C, 1E, LE1, LC1
Symptom
LC
Free checks
2 checks
Most likely cause
A leak in the washer tub or a connected component
The 2 free checks
Start at the top. Unplug the machine first.
- 01
Look for a real leak in the tub and the components connected to it before suspecting the sensor.
- 02
Check how the drain system is installed — water can siphon out of the washer if the drain hose sits wrongly.
What causes it
Listed most likely first.
| Cause | How often | DIY |
|---|---|---|
| A leak in the washer tub or a connected component | Most common | Call a pro |
| The drain system is installed so that water siphons out of the washer | Common | Yes |
| The water level sensor is misreading | Occasional | Call a pro |