Samsung washing machine 5E error code
5E means drain fault. The machine could not drain within the expected time, so water is left standing in the drum. Equivalent older code: 5C (and E2 on some models).
Often fixable at home · Fault type: Electrical/hardware
Safe checks, in order of likelihood
- Unplug the machine. Open the debris filter flap at the bottom-front and lay towels down.
- Unscrew the filter cap slowly, drain the water, and clear fluff, coins and hair clips.
- Check the drain hose is not kinked and the standpipe or sink trap is not blocked.
- Run a Drain/Spin programme to confirm the pump runs.
Call a professional when…
If the code returns after these checks, book a qualified engineer.
Parts usually involved
- Drain pump filter
- Drain pump
- Pressure switch