Samsung washer SC error code
- Washer
Samsung groups SC with 5C, 5E, and SE as a no-drain code: water is not leaving the tub at the speed the cycle expects. On front-load washers the debris filter behind the lower front panel catches coins, lint, and hair clips before the pump can move water. A kinked drain hose, or a hose pushed too far into the standpipe, causes the same SC. Clean the filter and restore the hose air gap before ordering a drain pump. SC is not a suds code — suds warnings on these washers use a different display.
Reviewed August 2025 · sources below
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Next step
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How to fix SC
- Unplug the washer and open the small filter door on the lower front. Put towels and a shallow pan underneath.
- Unscrew the filter slowly so leftover water can drain, then clear coins, lint, and hair from the filter and the pump opening.
- Reinstall the filter until it seats firmly. A loose filter leaks and can bring SC back.
- Check the drain hose for kinks. It should enter the standpipe only a few inches, with an air gap, and sit between about 18 and 96 inches high.
- Restore power and run Spin. If SC returns with a clear filter and a humming pump, the drain pump may have failed.
Call a pro when: Call a technician if the filter housing leaks after it is tightened, or the pump area smells burned.
What SC means
No-drain error — same family as 5C and 5E. Water is not leaving the tub.
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Likely causes
Many codes resolve with cleaning, resetting, or reconnecting.
Check: Power-cycle the appliance and check for obvious blockages or loose connections.
Est. cost: $0–$0
Wear or electrical failure of an internal part.
Check: If basic checks fail, the faulty component likely needs replacement.
Est. cost: $0–$75
Professional assistance recommended
This issue may be unsafe for DIY repair. Follow the safety guidance above and contact a qualified technician.
Questions about SC
What does a Samsung washer SC error code mean?
SC is a no-drain code in the same family as 5E. Water is not leaving the tub.
How do I fix a Samsung washer SC error code?
Clean the drain filter and hose, the same checks as 5E. Replace the drain pump only if the path is clear and the impeller will not spin.
What does SC mean on a Samsung washer?
SC is a no-drain code. Samsung lists it with 5C and 5E when water is not leaving the tub.
Is Samsung SC the same as 5E?
Yes on washers. SC, 5C, 5E, and SE usually mean the same drain fault. Start with the debris filter.
How do I reset Samsung SC?
Clean the filter, straighten the drain hose, unplug the washer for five minutes, then run Spin.
Do I need a drain pump for SC?
Not at first. Replace the pump only if the filter is clear and the pump hums without moving water.
Other Samsung Washer codes
Prevent this problem next time
- Follow manufacturer maintenance schedule
- Address small issues before they worsen
Sources
Manufacturer meaning
No-drain error — same family as 5C and 5E. Water is not leaving the tub.
FixApplianceCode guidance
Start with basic checks for Samsung SC before ordering parts.
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Last reviewed: 2026-10-24
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