What it means
Samsung lists 5C among its washer no-drain codes. Water is draining too slowly or not draining at all. [Samsung US]
Which models?
Samsung’s US code list supplies the meaning; its separate drainage guide supplies the visible check. That guide also includes steps for particular washer types, so use your model manual before going beyond the check shown here.
Low-risk checks
- Check the visible drain hose for a bend or pinch. [Samsung US]
When to stop
- If the washer still will not drain after the visible check, request service from Samsung. [Samsung US]
Find your model's manual
Copy the full model number from your washer's label, then enter it on Samsung's US support site. Open the matching user manual for the controls and instructions specific to that machine.
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Samsung washer 5C guide
Samsung lists 5C among its washer no-drain codes. Water is draining too slowly or not draining at all. [Samsung US]
Samsung washer 4C guide
Samsung describes 4C as a water fill error on its washing machines. [Samsung US]
Other Samsung washer codes
Match the exact display and brand before choosing a guide. Check the model scope on each page.
Samsung washer Ub guide
Samsung lists Ub as an unbalanced laundry load code. [Samsung US]
Samsung washer SUd guide
Samsung uses SUd and the listed equivalent displays for excess suds in the washer. [Samsung US]
Sources
- Samsung washing machine information and error codes — Samsung US, nd, 5E, SE, 5C, SC, 1 5C: No drain error. Checked 2026-10-27.
- Samsung washing machine will not drain — Samsung US, Inspect the drain hose; request service. Checked 2026-10-27.
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