Samsung DW80R5060US dishwasher
- Category
- Dishwashers
- Model number
- DW80R5060US, DW80R5060US/AA
- Region
- United States
- Verified
- Error OC
- Error LC
- Error 4C
- Error 5C
- Error HC
- Error 3C
- The dishwasher will not start
- The operation or cycle takes too long
- Food particles remain on dishes
- Glasses have a dim polish
- A yellow or brown film is on the inside of the dishwasher
- Dishes do not dry well
- The dishwasher has a bad odor
- The dishwasher is too noisy
- A nozzle does not rotate smoothly
- Water will not pump out of the dishwasher
- The upper rack is bent after loading dishes
- The door cannot be closed
- How to clean the lower nozzle
- How to clean the middle nozzle
- How to clean the upper nozzle
- How to clean the dishwasher interior
- How to remove white spots and odor with vinegar
- How to switch AutoRelease Dry on or off
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Error codes
| Code | Meaning | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| OC | Over-level water check. | Checks |
| LC | Leakage check: a leak at the water supply valve connection. | 1 causes |
| 4C | Water supply check. | 2 causes |
| 5C | Drain check. | 2 causes |
| HC | High temperature heating check. The dishwasher adjusts a hot water line that is too hot to a suitable temperature, 120 °F (49 °C) to 149 °F (65 °C), automatically. | Checks |
| 3C | Pump operation check. | Checks |
OC
OC in the display. Over-level water check.
- Close the water supply valve.
- Go to your house circuit breaker panel and set the dishwasher's circuit breaker switch to off.
Samsung Customer Service Contact an authorized Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
HC
HC in the display. High temperature heating check. The dishwasher adjusts a hot water line that is too hot to a suitable temperature, 120 °F (49 °C) to 149 °F (65 °C), automatically.
- If the problem continues, go to your house circuit breaker panel and set the dishwasher's circuit breaker switch to off.
Samsung Customer Service Contact an authorized Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
3C
3C in the display. Pump operation check.
- Turn off the dishwasher and try to start it again.
Samsung Customer Service If the problem continues, contact an authorized Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
Problems
- The dishwasher will not start6 causes in the manual. First: the door is not closed completely.
- The operation or cycle takes too longCold water is being supplied.
- Food particles remain on dishes9 causes in the manual. First: the selected cycle does not suit the load.
- Glasses have a dim polish2 causes in the manual. First: the water supplied is soft and too much detergent was used.
- A yellow or brown film is on the inside of the dishwasherCoffee and tea soils cause it.
- Dishes do not dry well5 causes in the manual. First: there is no rinse aid in the dispenser.
- The dishwasher has a bad odor3 causes in the manual. First: water was left over from an incomplete cycle.
- The dishwasher is too noisy4 causes in the manual. First: the sound is normal operation.
- A nozzle does not rotate smoothly2 causes in the manual. First: the nozzle hole is clogged with food particles.
- Water will not pump out of the dishwasher2 causes in the manual. First: the drain is clogged.
- The upper rack is bent after loading dishesThe dishes are not loaded properly.
- The door cannot be closedAutoRelease Dry mode is in operation.
The operation or cycle takes too long
Cold water is being supplied. Source: Troubleshooting: Check these points if your dishwasher, p. 27
- Check that the water supply line is connected to a hot water supply. Heating cold water takes additional time.
A yellow or brown film is on the inside of the dishwasher
Coffee and tea soils cause it. Source: Troubleshooting: Check these points if your dishwasher, p. 28
- Remove the soils using a spot cleaner.
The upper rack is bent after loading dishes
The dishes are not loaded properly. Source: Troubleshooting: Check these points if your dishwasher, p. 29
- Load your dishes as the manual recommends.
The door cannot be closed
AutoRelease Dry mode is in operation. Source: Troubleshooting: Check these points if your dishwasher, p. 29
- Wait. After the door opens in AutoRelease Dry mode, it cannot be closed manually for the next 2 minutes. Close it after 2 minutes.
How-to
- How to clean the lower nozzleWhen the dishwasher does not seem to clean adequately or the nozzles seem clogged. Take care when removing nozzles, as they may break.
- How to clean the middle nozzleWhen the dishwasher does not seem to clean adequately or the nozzles seem clogged. Take care when removing nozzles, as they may break.
- How to clean the upper nozzleWhen the dishwasher does not seem to clean adequately or the nozzles seem clogged. Take care when removing nozzles, as they may break.
- How to clean the dishwasher interiorPeriodically, to remove dirt or food particles.
- How to remove white spots and odor with vinegarWhen white spots and odor remain after cleaning the interior.
- How to switch AutoRelease Dry on or offTo change whether the door opens at the end of the cycle to improve drying. A1 turns it on and A0 turns it off; A1 is the default and gives better drying results.
Maintenance
| Task | When | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Clean the lower, middle and upper nozzles when cleaning is poor or a nozzle looks clogged | Source: Cleaning and maintaining your dishwasher: Cleaning the nozzles, pp. 23-24 | |
| Wipe the interior and inner door, and run the dishwasher empty with detergent | Periodically | Source: Cleaning and maintaining your dishwasher: Cleaning the interior, p. 22 |
| Clean spills on the outside as they occur, using a soft, damp cloth on the control panel. Do not use benzene, wax, thinner, chlorine bleach or alcohol, and do not sprinkle water over the dishwasher. | Source: Cleaning and maintaining your dishwasher: Cleaning the exterior, p. 22 | |
| Before storing for an extended time, drain and disconnect the dishwasher, then turn off the water supply valve and circuit breaker | Source: Cleaning and maintaining your dishwasher: Storing your dishwasher, p. 24 |
Settings
| Setting | Options | Default | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control Lock | On, Off | Locks the control panel buttons so children cannot start the dishwasher. Hold the Sanitize button down for 3 seconds while the power is on to lock or unlock. While a cycle runs, only Power responds. | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Control panel; Using your dishwasher: Touch controls, pp. 8, 12 | |
| AutoRelease Dry | A1 (on), A0 (off) | A1 | Opens the door 5 to 15 minutes before the end of the cycle to improve drying. Disabled for the Rinse only cycle. | Source: Using your dishwasher: Auto Release, p. 12 |
| Delay Start | Up to 24 hours in 1-hour steps | The hour shown is the time at which the wash starts. | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Control panel, p. 8 | |
| Lower Rack | On, Off | Washes only the lower rack, for a small load. The dishwasher does not wash dishes in the upper rack. | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Control panel, p. 7 | |
| StormWash | On, Off | Intensive wash for pots, pans and durable serving bowls placed face down in the marked StormWash area of the lower basket. Not available with the Delicate and Rinse only cycles. | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Control panel, p. 7 | |
| Hi-Temp Wash | On, Off | Raises the main wash temperature for loads with baked-on food. Not available with the Delicate and Rinse only cycles. | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Control panel, p. 7 | |
| Sanitize | On, Off | Raises the final rinse to 163 °F (73 °C). The Sanitize lamp blinks when the water reaches over 155 °F (68 °C) and stays lit until the option ends. Not available with the Delicate and Rinse only cycles; only Normal with Sanitize is designed to meet NSF/ANSI 184. | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Control panel, p. 7 |
Cycles
| Cycle | Use | Run time (h:mm) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto | Detects the soil level and starts the best cycle after a few minutes. Uses 4.9-8.4 gal (18.4-31.9 L). | 110-149 min | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Cycle selector; Cycles: Cycle chart, pp. 9, 25 |
| Normal | Normally soiled dinner dishes. Uses 3.1-7.2 gal (11.7-27.2 L). | 103-170 min | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Cycle selector; Cycles: Cycle chart, pp. 9, 25 |
| Heavy | Heavily soiled dishes. Uses 8.7 gal (33.1 L). | 166 min | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Cycle selector; Cycles: Cycle chart, pp. 9, 25 |
| Delicate | Normally soiled dishes or fragile items such as glasses. Uses 5.0 gal (19.0 L). | 103 min | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Cycle selector; Cycles: Cycle chart, pp. 9, 25 |
| Express 60 | Lightly soiled dishes. Uses 3.8 gal (14.3 L). | 60 min | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Cycle selector; Cycles: Cycle chart, pp. 9, 25 |
| Rinse only | Rinsing dishes, glasses and silverware that will not be washed right away. Do not use detergent. Uses 1.3 gal (4.9 L). | 17 min | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Cycle selector; Cycles: Cycle chart, pp. 9, 25 |
Parts and consumables
| Item | Replace or refill | Specification | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher detergent | – | Automatic dishwasher detergent; a powder or gel type is recommended. Use fresh detergent with rinse aid if the water is hard. | Source: Troubleshooting: Check these points if your dishwasher, p. 27 |
| Rinse aid | – | Liquid rinse aid. Refill the rinse aid dispenser when the Low Rinse light is lit. | Source: Troubleshooting: Check these points if your dishwasher; Using your dishwasher: Basic guidelines, pp. 27, 11 |
Specifications
Built-in dishwasher for 15 place settings with six cycles (Auto, Normal, Heavy, Delicate, Express 60, Rinse only) and the StormWash, Lower Rack, Hi-Temp Wash and Sanitize options. Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Control panel and Cycle selector; Appendix: Specifications, pp. 7-9, 31
Information codes in the manual: OC, LC, 4C, 5C, HC and 3C. Codes not in the table go to Samsung at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Source: Troubleshooting: Information codes, p. 30
The door opens by itself 5 to 15 minutes before the cycle ends to improve drying. Once it has opened in AutoRelease Dry mode, it cannot be closed manually for 2 minutes. Source: Using your dishwasher: Basic guidelines and Auto Release, pp. 11-12
| Type and capacity | Built-in dishwasher, 15 place settings | Source: Appendix: Specifications, p. 31 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 120 V, 60 Hz only, on a 15 A circuit breaker serving only the dishwasher | Source: Appendix: Specifications; Setting up your dishwasher: Meeting installation requirements, pp. 31, 10 |
| Water pressure | 20-120 psi (140-830 kPa), hot water supply | Source: Appendix: Specifications; Setting up your dishwasher: Meeting installation requirements, pp. 31, 10 |
| Water temperature | Set the water heater to deliver 120 °F (49 °C) to 149 °F (65 °C) | Source: Setting up your dishwasher: Meeting installation requirements, p. 10 |
| Wash motor power | 150-190 W | Source: Appendix: Specifications, p. 31 |
| Heater power | 1100 W | Source: Appendix: Specifications, p. 31 |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 23 7/8 x 24 3/4 x 33 7/8 in. (605 x 627 x 860 mm) | Source: Appendix: Specifications, p. 31 |
| Weight, unpacked | 101.4 lb (46 kg) | Source: Appendix: Specifications, p. 31 |
Recalls
No exact-model match for DW80R5060US, DW80R5060 in the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall database, checked . Recalls can name model families, so also check current recalls for Samsung.
Service contact
Samsung Customer Service: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864), samsung.com/us/support/. United States. Source: Troubleshooting: Information codes, p. 30
Sources
- User manual, Dishwasher DW80K7050, DW80K5050, DW80R5060, DW80R5061 and DW80T5040 series. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Document DD81-02025D-01, revision 01, 114 pages, en. downloadcenter.samsung.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
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