On a supported Samsung dishwasher, 5C or 5E means the dishwasher cannot drain at the expected rate. Disconnect power, clean the removable filter and remove standing water carefully. Then inspect the drain hose, high loop or air gap and a recently installed disposal knockout.
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- Samsung dishwashers displaying 5C or 5E
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0 of 4 completedConfirm 5C or 5E on the exact model
ReversiblePhotograph the complete display, record the model tag and note the cycle stage. Similar-looking codes can mean different things on another product line.
Check the condition named by the code
ReversibleDisconnect power, clean the removable filter and remove standing water carefully.
Correct the remaining user-serviceable cause
ReversibleInspect the drain hose, high loop or air gap and a recently installed disposal knockout.
Run one controlled verification
ReversibleRestore power and run Cancel/Drain while watching for leaks. A reset alone will not repair the drain installation or failed pump.
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Common questions about “Samsung dishwasher 5C or 5E code”
What does 5C or 5E mean on a Samsung dishwasher?+
It means the dishwasher cannot drain at the expected rate.
Can I clear 5C or 5E by resetting the dishwasher?+
A restart may clear a stored display only after the underlying condition is corrected. Repeatedly resetting without correcting the cause is not a repair.