Samsung Washing Machine Error Code dL
dL on a Samsung washing machine usually means: The door is not detected as closed and locked. Check that the latch is securely fixed, laundry or other items are not caught in the door, and the door is closed and secured correctly. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code dL points to the drain pump.
Fix it fast: Manufacturer troubleshooting steps. Full ranked steps below.
- Likely part
- drain pump
- Fault type
- drainage
How to fix dL — ranked steps
Try these in order. Stop when the code clears.
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1 Manufacturer troubleshooting steps
DIY- This code may appear even if you are not running a cycle, if Child Lock is enabled and water is in the tub. If the door is not closed or Child Lock turned off within 30 seconds, the washing machine will drain the water from the tub.
- FlexWash washers will display a 1dC4 error if the rubber button next to the upper washer's latch is missing. In this case, service is not required, and replacing the button will fix the error.
Other Samsung Washing Machine codes
The washer cannot drain the water away. On a Samsung Washing Machine, code 5C points to the drain pump.
Water is not leaving the tub at the expected rate, or at all.
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