On the Samsung WF50BG8300, water on the floor usually comes from one of four places that Samsung's checkpoints name: the door, a loose hose connection, the drain hose end or too much suds. A LC information code means the washer itself detected a leak. Start by turning the taps off, then check the door diaphragm, the two supply couplings, the drain hose end and the drain filter knob, because Samsung warns that a knob that is not fully closed after cleaning causes a leak.
Differential
Likely causes of “Samsung front-load or top-load washer is leaking water”, and how to tell them apart
- 1
A drain filter knob or filter that was not closed fully after cleaning
What separates it Water drips from the small filter cover at the lower front during a drain
How to confirm Open the filter cover, check the filter is fully seated and the knob is turned clockwise until it stops
- 2
A supply hose coupling that is loose or missing its rubber washer
What separates it Water appears at the back of the washer near the taps while it fills
How to confirm Check that each hose is tight and that a rubber washer sits in each coupling, as the manual instructs
- 3
A drain hose end that is not secured in the standpipe
What separates it The floor is wet near the wall behind the washer during a drain
How to confirm Confirm the hose end is 6 to 8 inches in the drain pipe and held in place
- 4
Excess suds or an overloaded drum
What separates it Suds foam out of the drawer or around the door and the floor is wet in front
How to confirm Look for suds around the door seal and use HE detergent in the recommended amount
Before you touch a setting
Record this first — changing settings destroys the evidence
- Where the water is: at the door, under the front, at the back near the taps or at the drain
- Whether the display shows LC and whether the leak appears while filling, washing or draining
- When the drain filter was last cleaned and whether the knob was closed firmly
Try in this order
0 of 5 completedClose the taps, unplug the washer and find the source
ReversibleDry the area, then run water from the taps only, without a cycle, and watch each connection. That separates a supply leak from a drain leak.
Check the filter cover, knob and door
ReversibleOpen the filter cover at the lower front and confirm the drain filter and knob are fully closed. Look at the door glass and diaphragm for a folded seal, trapped clothing or detergent buildup.
Check both supply couplings and the drain hose
ReversibleTighten the two water hose connections by hand, check each has its rubber washer and make sure the drain hose end is inserted 6 to 8 inches into the drain pipe and secured.
Fix suds and water pressure
ReversibleUse high-efficiency (HE) detergent in the recommended amount and avoid overloading. If the supply is too strong, Samsung suggests closing the tap a little; the washer's range is 20 to 116 psi.
Run a test cycle and dry check
ReversibleRun a short cycle with the drum empty and check under and behind the washer with a dry paper towel. If LC or a leak returns, power off and call service.
Model-specific
What is true of this model and not of its siblings
- Warranty (U.S.)
- Parts and labor for 1 year, the stainless tub for 3 years (part only) and the Digital Inverter motor for 10 years (part only).
- Leak points to check
- Door diaphragm and glass, the lower filter cover and knob, the two supply couplings with rubber washers, and the drain hose end in the standpipe.
- Tools and supplies
- Towels, a bucket, a flashlight and dry paper towels to trace a slow leak; pliers only if a hose coupling is stuck.
- Parts for this problem on the WF50A8600 (RepairClinic, 2026-09-20)
- wire retaining clamp for boot seal, part number DC97-04973B, at $17.81; door boot clamp, part number DC97-04981F, at $30.11; assy pump drain, part number DC97-20621C, at $250.31; cold water inlet valve, part number DC62-30312J, at $128.99.
- Other models this page answers
- These steps also fit models WF53BB8700, WF50A8600, WF42H5000, WF45K6500, WV60M9900, WV55M9600, WA55A7300, WA54R7200, WA52A5500, WA50R5200, WA50T5300, WA45T3200, WA40A3005, WF45B6300, WF45R6100, WF45T6000.
Stop boundary
When this stops being a self-service repair
- !If the leak continues with the taps off, the washer unplugged and a dry floor, water is coming from a tap or a household line and needs a plumber
- !If you see water inside the control panel or the drawer recess, stop and unplug the washer; Samsung warns not to spray water into the detergent drawer recess
Evidence ledger
Sources behind this answer
Exact questions
Common questions
What does LC mean on a Samsung WF50BG8300?+
A water leak was detected. Power the washer off and check the drain system for leaks; once fixed, power the washer back on.
Can a drain filter cause a leak?+
Yes. Samsung warns that a filter knob that is not closed properly, or a filter that is not inserted properly, may cause a leak.
Do the hoses need washers?+
Yes. Make sure a rubber washer is in each coupling of both water hoses, and never reuse old hoses that may leak or burst.
Could strong water pressure leak?+
Yes. The manual says if the pressure is too strong water may leak, and to close the tap a little.
Can too much detergent leak from the door?+
Suds can. Use HE detergent and avoid overloading, per Samsung's leak checklist.
Is a leak from the tap my washer's fault?+
No. Samsung says to check whether water leaks from the tap itself and repair the tap if it does.
Is the washer covered if it leaks?+
The U.S. warranty is 1 year of parts and labor, 3 years on the stainless tub. The manual treats hose, filter and drain connections as installation and maintenance items.
How do I trace a slow leak?+
Close the taps, dry every connection and the floor, then run water through one tap at a time with a dry paper towel held at each coupling.
Can a clogged drain filter leak?+
A filter that is clogged shows 5C; a filter that is not fully seated or a knob that is not fully closed causes a leak, according to Samsung.
Is the emergency drain tube a leak point?+
Only if its cap is not closed. After using it, close the tube cap, push the tube back in and close the filter cover.
What should I do if water is under the washer only during draining?+
Check the drain filter cover and knob first, then the drain hose end in the standpipe, which should sit 6 to 8 inches inside the drain pipe.
Should I keep the taps on when I am away?+
Samsung says to turn off the water taps after finishing the day's washing to prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from escaping water.