If clothes come out of the Samsung WF50BG8300 still dirty, check the load and the detergent before the machine. The manual's laundry guidelines are sort by care label and color, empty every pocket, use a laundry net for small items, do not overload and always use low-suds HE detergent. Hot water matters too: Samsung asks for at least 120 F (49 C) at the tap, and the washer's own temperature levels run from Cold (Level 1) up to Hot (Level 5) for heavily soiled colorfast items.
Differential
Likely causes of “Samsung front-load or top-load washer does not clean clothes well”, and how to tell them apart
- 1
An overloaded drum
What separates it The load fills the drum to the door and comes out with detergent streaks
How to confirm Check the load against the manual's capacity guidance; the drum is 5.0 cu ft and must not be overloaded
- 2
The wrong detergent type or amount
What separates it Poor cleaning with suds, or a film on dark laundry
How to confirm Use HE detergent in the maker's dose for the weight, soil and water hardness
- 3
Wash water that is too cool
What separates it Whites look gray and oily stains stay in when the tap water is cold
How to confirm Check that the water heater supplies at least 120 F (49 C) at the tap and the hoses are on the right taps
- 4
Detergent that stays in the drawer or a dirty mesh filter that cuts the fill
What separates it Powder residue in the drawer and a low fill in the window
How to confirm Clean the drawer and both mesh filters, as the fill and dispenser checks say
Before you touch a setting
Record this first — changing settings destroys the evidence
- The cycle, temperature and spin you selected and the load size
- The detergent type, amount and whether you also used softener or bleach
- The type of soil or stain that stayed in
Try in this order
0 of 5 completedSort and prepare the load
ReversibleSort by care label and color, empty pockets, close zippers and tie long strings, and put bras and small items in a laundry net, as Samsung's laundry guidelines list.
Right-size the load
ReversibleDo not overload the drum. For bedding, the manual recommends a maximum of 7 lb (3.0 kg) and spin level 2 or 3.
Use HE detergent in the correct dose
ReversibleFollow the detergent maker's recommendation by weight, soil and water hardness, and use the drawer as described: main wash detergent in the front left compartment.
Pick the right temperature
ReversibleUse the Temp. button: Hot (Level 5) for heavily soiled colorfast items, Cold (Level 1) for cold water only without the heater. Check the water heater delivers at least 120 F (49 C).
Run SELF CLEAN
ReversibleResidue in the drum can transfer to laundry; run the SELF CLEAN cycle monthly and clean the door diaphragm and drawer.
Model-specific
What is true of this model and not of its siblings
- Temperature levels
- Hot (Level 5) for heavily soiled colorfast items, Level 4 for whites, Level 3 for colorfast items, Level 2 for very lightly soiled colors and Cold (Level 1) with no heater.
- Bedding
- Maximum spin level 2 or 3 and a load of 7 lb (3.0 kg) or less.
- Tools and supplies
- A laundry net, a measuring cup for detergent, a thermometer to check tap water and a soft brush for the drawer, towels and a flashlight.
- Parts for this problem on the WF50A8600 (RepairClinic, 2026-09-20)
- add to cart check valve genuine oem part # dc62-, part number DC63-01351A, at $6.15; cold water inlet valve, part number DC62-30312J, at $128.99; assembly housing drawer, part number DC97-21472P, at $205.38.
- Other models this page answers
- These steps also fit models WF53BB8700, WF50A8600, WF42H5000, WF45K6500, WV60M9900, WV55M9600, WA54R7200, WA52A5500, WA50R5200, WA50T5300, WA45T3200, WA40A3005, WF45B6300, WF45T6000, WF45R6100.
Stop boundary
When this stops being a self-service repair
- !If the clothes come out wet as well as dirty and the drum is full of water, use the not-draining checks for this washer first
- !If the display shows an information code such as 1C (water level sensor) or HC (washing heater), power off and call Samsung service
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Exact questions
Common questions
Why are clothes not clean in my Samsung WF50BG8300?+
Overloading, the wrong detergent, water that is too cool or a dirty drum and drawer are the usual causes the manual points to.
How hot should the water be?+
Samsung asks for hot water of at least 120 F (49 C) at the tap.
What is the drum capacity?+
5.0 cu ft, and the manual says not to overload it.
How much bedding can I wash?+
The manual recommends 7 lb (3.0 kg) or less for bedding, at spin level 2 or 3.
Why should I use a laundry net?+
Small items like socks and gloves can get caught around the door, and metal from bras can tear other items.
Does the washer adjust to the load?+
Yes. It detects the weight of the items and adjusts water level, wash time, rinses and spins on many cycles.
Can I wash a laundry net by itself?+
No. Samsung says it may cause abnormal vibrations that could move the washer.
Which detergents does the manual name?+
HE detergents such as Tide HE, Wisk HE, Cheer HE or Gain HE.
Should I sort the laundry?+
Yes. Sort by care label, color, size and sensitivity, and wash delicates separately.
Should I turn clothes inside out?+
Turn clothing with buttons and embroideries inside out, close zippers and tie long strings before starting the wash.
Why does mixing item sizes help?+
Samsung says mixing different sized items together in the drum improves the washing performance.
What is the right detergent for wool?+
Only a neutral liquid detergent with the WOOL cycle; powder can remain on the laundry and discolor it.
Does a bigger load clean worse?+
Overloading may cause the washer to wash improperly. Do not overload; you can fill the drum with dry, unfolded clothes but not overload it.
What water temperature suits which load?+
Hot (Level 5) for heavily soiled colorfast items, Level 4 for whites and heavily soiled colorfast items, Level 3 for colorfast items, Level 2 for brightly colored, very lightly soiled items and Cold (Level 1) for cold water only.
Is there a special step for socks and bras?+
Put water-washable bras and small light items such as socks, gloves and stockings in a fine laundry net so they do not tear other items or catch around the door.
Does the washer adjust rinses?+
Press Rinse to select 0 to 5 rinses. The NORMAL cycle adjusts the washing time and the number of rinses to the load automatically.
Can old detergent buildup cause dirty laundry?+
Residue in the drum can bother later loads; run SELF CLEAN at least monthly and clean the drawer and door diaphragm.