On the covered Samsung dishwasher platform, LC, LE means leakage error: the dishwasher's leak sensor detects moisture. Samsung says the dishwasher turns itself on and will not turn off, and during this time it attempts to drain the water away. First, turn off the water supply and look for the first wet area.
Differential
Likely causes of “Samsung dishwasher code LC, LE”, and how to tell them apart
- 1
Moisture at the leak sensor
What separates it LC or LE shows and the dishwasher runs on its own
How to confirm Samsung says the dishwasher turns itself on and will not turn off while it tries to drain the water
- 2
A blocked Waterwall reflector
What separates it The model is a Waterwall dishwasher, which points to a blocked Waterwall reflector
How to confirm Samsung says on Waterwall models this could also mean the water reflector is blocked
- 3
A leak from the supply connection
What separates it Water is visible at the hose connection, which points to a leak from the supply connection
How to confirm Regularly inspect for leaks at the hose connection to the water supply shut-off valve
Before you touch a setting
Record this first — changing settings destroys the evidence
- The exact characters shown on the display: LC or LE
- Whether water is on the floor
- Whether the model is a Waterwall dishwasher
Try in this order
0 of 5 completedWhat to do first
ReversibleTurn off the water supply and look for the first wet area.
Correct only the documented fault domain
ReversibleSamsung adds that on Waterwall models this could also mean the water reflector is blocked, so check that too. If the moisture is not from an outside leak, request service from Samsung's Support Center.
Let it drain
ReversibleWhen LC or LE occurs the dishwasher turns itself on and does not turn off while it tries to drain the water away.
Check the Waterwall reflector
ReversibleOn Waterwall models, check that nothing blocks the reflector, such as a pot handle or ladle.
Inspect the connections
ReversibleLook for leaks at the hose connection to the supply shut-off valve and under the door, and make sure the door seal and black rubber flap are seated.
Model-specific
What is true of this model and not of its siblings
- Displayed as
- LC, LE.
- Parts named
- Leak sensor; Waterwall reflector; supply connection.
Stop boundary
When this stops being a self-service repair
- !Shut off the supply valve and the breaker if water is pooling
- !Do not switch off the power to defeat the drain cycle before it finishes
Evidence ledger
Sources behind this answer
Where the manufacturer's article stops. The self-draining behavior is Samsung's own.
Exact questions
Common questions
What does LC, LE mean on a Samsung dishwasher?+
Leakage error: the dishwasher's leak sensor detects moisture. Samsung says the dishwasher turns itself on and will not turn off, and during this time it attempts to drain the water away.
Why does it keep running?+
It turns itself on and tries to drain the water away.
Does the Waterwall matter?+
Yes; a blocked reflector can also cause it.