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Samsung Washing Machine

Samsung Washing Machine OC error

Too much water (overflow)

Needs a technicianFrom brand’s official support

Try a reset once. If it comes back, a trained technician should repair it.

Also shown as: OE 0E 0C 1OC

What it means

More water than expected is inside, so the machine stops filling and tries to drain it.

Common causes

  • Inlet valve not closing
  • Water level sensor fault or blocked tube
  • Too much foam confusing the sensor

Try this at home first

Tick each step as you go

When to call a technician

If it repeats, a technician should check the inlet valve and water level sensor.

Safety first

Always switch off at the wall socket or MCB before touching any part. Do not open the outdoor unit, control boards or gas pipes yourself — they carry high voltage and pressure.

Frequently asked questions

What does OC mean on a Samsung Washing Machine?

Too much water (overflow). More water than expected is inside, so the machine stops filling and tries to drain it.

Can I fix Samsung Washing Machine error OC myself?

You can try a reset first: Close the water tap immediately. If the code returns, call a technician.

Is it safe to keep using the Washing Machine with OC?

Avoid repeated restarts; running with this fault can cause more damage.

Other Samsung Washing Machine codes

4C Water not filling / water supply problem 4C2 Hot and cold hoses swapped 5C Water not draining LC Water leak detected / Water level (pressure) sensor fault dC Door / lid not closed or not locking ddC Door / lid not closed or not locking SdC Detergent drawer / dispenser problem Ub Unbalanced load Sud Too much foam (suds)

All Samsung Washing Machine error codes

Same code on other brands

OE Water not drainingLG Washing Machine

Sources

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Last checked: 2026-10-20