Samsung Washer · Code 1C / 1E / 1 1C

Samsung Washer 1C code: Water level sensor error

The washer is not getting a sensible reading from its water level (pressure) sensor, so it cannot tell how much water is in the drum. Samsung groups this with its leak codes on some models.

Most common causes

  1. Faulty water level (pressure) sensor
  2. Loose or damaged sensor wiring
  3. Clogged or kinked sensor air hose
  4. Leak or siphoning that confuses the level reading

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Turn the washer off for 2 to 3 minutes, turn it back on and try again.
  2. Check for leaks and make sure the drain hose is installed correctly.
  3. Run an empty rinse cycle to see whether the code returns.

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: assets.coastappliances.com · searspartsdirect.com · samsung.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does 1C mean on a Samsung Washer?

The washer is not getting a sensible reading from its water level (pressure) sensor, so it cannot tell how much water is in the drum. Samsung groups this with its leak codes on some models.

Can I clear the 1C code myself?

Try these first: Turn the washer off for 2 to 3 minutes, turn it back on and try again. Check for leaks and make sure the drain hose is installed correctly. Run an empty rinse cycle to see whether the code returns. Call a technician if the code comes back after a power reset; the pressure sensor and its wiring need testing inside the cabinet.

How much does it cost to fix a 1C code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other Samsung Washer codes

3C · Motor error4C · Water supply error5C · Drain errordC · Door or lid lock errorLC · Water leak detectedOE · Overflow errorSUd · Too many sudsUE · Unbalanced load4C2 · Water too hot / hoses reversed9C1 · Voltage / power supply errorddC · Add Door not closedE2 · Stuck buttonHC · Heater error

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