Samsung WF45T6000AW front-load washer
- Category
- Washers
- Model number
- WF45T6000AW, WF45T6000AW/A5
- Region
- United States and Canada
- Verified
- Error 1C
- Error DC
- Error DC1
- Error LC
- Error 4C
- Error 4C2
- Error 5C
- Error HC
- Error UB
- Error 8C, 8C1, 8C2
- Error OC
- Error 3C
- Error AC6
- Error 9C1, 9C2
- Error SF
- The washer does not start
- Not enough water, or no water, enters the washer
- Detergent remains in the detergent drawer after a cycle
- The washer vibrates excessively or makes noise
- The washer does not drain or spin
- The door does not open
- Excessive suds
- Additional detergent cannot be added
- The washer stops during a cycle
- The washer fills with the wrong temperature of water
- The load is wet at the end of a cycle
- The washer leaks water
- The washer smells
- After a cycle, the washer is not off or the door does not open
- How to run the SELF CLEAN+ cycle
- How to drain the washer by hand after a power failure
- How to clean the mesh filters of the water hoses
- How to clean the drain filter
- How to clean the detergent drawer
- How to clean the door diaphragm
- How to run calibration
- How to thaw a frozen washer
- How to prepare the washer for a long period without use
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Error codes
| Code | Meaning | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| 1C | Check the water level sensor. On some models the washer drains automatically while the code shows, and the Power and Start/Pause (Hold to Start) buttons may not respond. | Checks |
| DC | The door is open. | Checks |
| DC1 | The door switch needs checking. | Checks |
| LC | Check for water leaks. On some models the washer drains automatically while the code shows, and the Power and Start/Pause (Hold to Start) buttons may not respond. | Checks |
| 4C | Check the water supply line. On some models the washer drains automatically while the code shows, and the Power and Start/Pause (Hold to Start) buttons may not respond. | 3 causes |
| 4C2 | The water supplied is too hot for the laundry. | Checks |
| 5C | Check the drain system. | 2 causes |
| HC | The washing heater needs checking. | Checks |
| UB | Check the spinning process. The load may not be balanced inside the drum. | 2 causes |
| 8C, 8C1, 8C2 | The MEMS sensor needs checking. | Checks |
| OC | Water may overflow. | Checks |
| 3C | The motor needs checking. | Checks |
| AC6 | Check the PBA communication status. | Checks |
| 9C1, 9C2 | The electronic control needs to be checked. | Checks |
| SF | The system has failed. | Checks |
1C
1C in the display. Check the water level sensor. On some models the washer drains automatically while the code shows, and the Power and Start/Pause (Hold to Start) buttons may not respond.
- Power the washer off, wait 2-3 minutes, power it on, and then try again.
Samsung Customer Service If the code keeps appearing, contact a Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
DC
DC in the display. The door is open.
- Close the door and press Start/Pause (Hold to Start) to resume the cycle.
Samsung Customer Service If the code keeps appearing, contact a Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
DC1
DC1 in the display. The door switch needs checking.
- Power the washer off, wait 2-3 minutes, power it on, and then try again.
Samsung Customer Service If the code keeps appearing, contact a Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
LC
LC in the display. Check for water leaks. On some models the washer drains automatically while the code shows, and the Power and Start/Pause (Hold to Start) buttons may not respond.
- Power the washer off, and then check the drain system for leaks.
- When the leak is fixed, power the washer on.
Samsung Customer Service If the code keeps appearing, contact a Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
4C2
4C2 in the display. The water supplied is too hot for the laundry.
- Make sure the cold and hot water taps are properly connected.
- Power the washer off, wait 2-3 minutes, power it on, and then try again.
HC
HC in the display. The washing heater needs checking.
- Power off the washer.
Samsung Customer Service Contact a Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
8C, 8C1, 8C2
8C, 8C1, 8C2 in the display. The MEMS sensor needs checking.
- Power the washer off, wait 2-3 minutes, power it on, and then try again.
Samsung Customer Service If the code keeps appearing, contact a Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
OC
OC in the display. Water may overflow.
- Close the water valve.
Samsung Customer Service Call for service. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
3C
3C in the display. The motor needs checking.
- Power the washer off, wait 2-3 minutes, power it on, and then try again.
Samsung Customer Service If the code keeps appearing, contact a Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
AC6
AC6 in the display. Check the PBA communication status.
- Power the washer off, wait 2-3 minutes, power it on, and then try again.
Samsung Customer Service If the code keeps appearing, contact a Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
9C1, 9C2
9C1, 9C2 in the display. The electronic control needs to be checked.
- Check that power is supplied properly.
Samsung Customer Service If the code remains, contact a Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
SF
SF in the display. The system has failed.
- Power off the washer.
Samsung Customer Service Contact a Samsung service center. Contact: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) or samsung.com/us/support/.
Problems
- The washer does not start6 causes in the manual. First: the washer is not plugged in, or the household circuit is off.
- Not enough water, or no water, enters the washer5 causes in the manual. First: the faucet is not fully open.
- Detergent remains in the detergent drawer after a cycle3 causes in the manual. First: water pressure is too low.
- The washer vibrates excessively or makes noise7 causes in the manual. First: the floor is not level or solid.
- The washer does not drain or spin6 causes in the manual. First: the drain filter is clogged.
- The door does not open4 causes in the manual. First: the cycle is still running, or the door lock is still engaged.
- Excessive sudsThe detergent type or amount is wrong.
- Additional detergent cannot be addedThe detergent or fabric softener compartment is already at its limit.
- The washer stops during a cycle5 causes in the manual. First: the washer has no power.
- The washer fills with the wrong temperature of water5 causes in the manual. First: A tap is not fully open, or the temperature selection is wrong.
- The load is wet at the end of a cycle4 causes in the manual. First: the spin speed is too low.
- The washer leaks water5 causes in the manual. First: the door is not closed properly.
- The washer smells3 causes in the manual. First: excessive suds collect in recesses.
- After a cycle, the washer is not off or the door does not openThe SELF CLEAN+ indicator is on.
Excessive suds
The detergent type or amount is wrong. Source: Troubleshooting: Checkpoints, p. 52
- Make sure you use the recommended types and amounts of detergent.
- Use high-efficiency (HE) detergent. Do not use non-HE detergent.
- Reduce the detergent amount for soft water, small loads or lightly soiled loads.
Additional detergent cannot be added
The detergent or fabric softener compartment is already at its limit. Source: Troubleshooting: Checkpoints, p. 52
- Make sure the remaining amount of detergent and fabric softener is not over the limit.
After a cycle, the washer is not off or the door does not open
The SELF CLEAN+ indicator is on. Source: Troubleshooting: Checkpoints, p. 54
- Remove all items from the drum, and then run the SELF CLEAN+ cycle. See Run the SELF CLEAN+ cycle.
How-to
- How to run the SELF CLEAN+ cycleAt least once a month or every 40 cycles. The SELF CLEAN+ reminder icon blinks for an hour after 40 washing cycles.
- How to drain the washer by hand after a power failureAfter a power failure, before you take the laundry out.
- How to clean the mesh filters of the water hosesOnce or twice a year, and more often if the water comes from an aged water system or a well. The 4C code appears when a mesh filter is clogged.
- How to clean the drain filter5 or 6 times a year, to prevent it from clogging. The 5C code appears when the drain filter is clogged.
- How to clean the detergent drawerWhen detergent remains in the drawer after a cycle.
- How to clean the door diaphragmWhen the washer has odors. The manual lists cleaning the door seal (diaphragm) among the checks for odors.
- How to run calibrationRecommended initial setting. Calibration lets the washer detect load weight accurately.
- How to thaw a frozen washerWhen the washer is in a location that dropped below 32 °F (0 °C).
- How to prepare the washer for a long period without useWhen you will leave the washer unused for a long time. The manual advises against leaving it unused for an extended time.
Maintenance
| Task | When | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Run the SELF CLEAN+ cycle | At least once a month or every 40 cycles | Source: Maintenance: Self Clean, p. 41 |
| Clean the mesh filters of the water hoses | Once or twice a year; more often with an aged water system or well | Source: Maintenance: Cleaning, Mesh filter, p. 44 |
| Clean the drain filter | 5 or 6 times a year | Source: Maintenance: Cleaning, Drain filter, p. 45 |
| Clean the detergent drawer and its recess | Source: Maintenance: Cleaning, Detergent drawer, pp. 46-47 | |
| Clean the door diaphragm | Source: Maintenance: Cleaning, Door diaphragm, p. 47 | |
| Wipe the washer surface with a soft cloth and a nonabrasive household cleaner. Do not spray water onto the washer. | Source: Maintenance: Cleaning, Surface of the washer, p. 44 | |
| Check the water inlet hose fittings for leaks | On a regular basis | Source: Installation requirements: Water supply, p. 17 |
| Turn off the water taps after the day's washing and leave the door open so the inside dries | Source: Maintenance: Cleaning the exterior, p. 49 |
Settings
| Setting | Options | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Lock | On, Off | Locks the door and makes every control panel button inactive. Press and hold Temp. and Rinse together for 3 seconds to switch it on or off. To add laundry while it is on, switch it off or restart the washer. | Source: Operations: Child Lock, p. 40 |
| Alarm Off | On, Off | With the alarm off, the cycle-completion melody and the power-off beep do not sound; button and alert sounds stay on. The setting is kept after the washer is turned off and on. | Source: Operations: Alarm Off, p. 40 |
| Delay End | 1 to 24 hours in 1-hour steps | The hour shown is the time the wash finishes. To cancel, restart the washer with Power. | Source: Operations: Special features, Delay End, p. 39 |
| Temp. | Hot (Level 5), Level 4, Level 3, Level 2, Cold (Level 1) | Hot is available only with NORMAL, HEAVY DUTY, WHITES, QUICK WASH and SELF CLEAN+. Cold does not use the heater. | Source: Operations: Control panel, p. 32 |
| Rinse | 1 to 5 rinses | Source: Operations: Control panel, p. 32 | |
| Spin | High (Level 5), Level 4, Level 3, Level 2, No Spin (Level 1), Rinse hold (all indicators off) | High is not suitable for wrinkle-free or non-iron fabrics or overloads. Rinse hold leaves the laundry in the water; run a drain or spin process to unload it. To spin only, press and hold Spin for 3 seconds. | Source: Operations: Control panel, p. 33 |
| Soil | Heavy (Level 5), Level 4, Level 3, Level 2, Light (Level 1) | Level 3 is best for most loads. | Source: Operations: Control panel, p. 33 |
| Pre Soak | On, Off | Adds 30 minutes of soaking at the start of the wash cycle. | Source: Operations: Control panel, p. 33 |
Cycles
| Cycle | Use | Source |
|---|---|---|
| NORMAL | Cottons, bed linens, table linens, underwear, towels or shirts. Wash time and number of rinses adjust to the load. | Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36 |
| HEAVY DUTY | Sturdy, colorfast fabrics and heavily soiled items | Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36 |
| WHITES | White items, with or without bleach | Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36 |
| BEDDING | Bulky items such as comforters, blankets and sheets. Wash one type of bedding at a time, use liquid detergent and do not roll the items in the drum. | Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36 |
| ACTIVEWEAR | Sports jerseys, training pants, shirts and other performance clothing, with controlled drum rotation | Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36 |
| QUICK WASH | Lightly soiled items; best with a load of 4 lb or less | Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36 |
| DELICATES | Sheer fabrics, bras, silk lingerie and other hand-wash-only fabrics; use liquid detergent | Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36 |
| PERM PRESS | Wash-and-wear, synthetic fabrics and lightly to normally soiled items | Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36 |
| RINSE+SPIN | An additional rinse after fabric softener is applied to the laundry | Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36 |
| SELF CLEAN+ | Cleans the drum of dirt and bacteria. Run it once every 40 washes with the drum empty. | Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36 |
Parts and consumables
| Item | Replace or refill | Specification | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-efficiency (HE) detergent | – | Use HE detergent; non-HE detergent causes excessive suds. Use liquid detergent in the liquid detergent container, and remove the container for powdered detergent. | Source: Troubleshooting: Checkpoints, pp. 50, 52 |
| Liquid chlorine bleach | – | Used in the SELF CLEAN+ cycle when residue is present (to the MAX level line in the main-wash compartment) and, mixed 3/4 cup to 1 gallon of warm tap water, to clean the door diaphragm | Source: Maintenance, pp. 41, 47 |
Specifications
Front-loading washer, 4.5 cu. ft., with a maximum spin of 1200 rpm and a Cycle Selector dial. Source: Specification sheet; Operations: Control panel, pp. 59, 32
The washer weighs the load and adjusts water level, wash time, rinse counts and spin counts automatically; this may not apply to some cycles. Source: Operations: Cycle overview, p. 36
Information codes in the manual: 1C, DC, DC1, LC, 4C, 4C2, 5C, HC, UB, 8C, 8C1, 8C2, OC, 3C, AC6, 9C1, 9C2 and SF. Repeating codes go to a Samsung service center. Source: Troubleshooting: Information codes, pp. 55-56
4C points to the water supply line and 5C to the drain system. A clogged mesh filter in a water hose shows 4C; a clogged drain filter shows 5C. Source: Maintenance: Cleaning; Troubleshooting: Information codes, pp. 44, 46, 55
| Capacity | 4.5 cu. ft. | Source: Specification sheet, p. 59 |
|---|---|---|
| Spin speed | 1200 rpm | Source: Specification sheet, p. 59 |
| Net weight | 201 lb (91.0 kg) | Source: Specification sheet, p. 59 |
| Water pressure | 20-116 psi (137-800 kPa). Below 20 psi the water valve may not close completely, or filling may take so long that the washer turns off. | Source: Installation requirements: Water supply, p. 17 |
| Power consumption at 120 V | Washing 200 W, spin 550 W, drain 80 W | Source: Specification sheet, p. 59 |
| Electrical supply | AC 120 V, 60 Hz, 15 A fuse or circuit breaker on an individual branch circuit | Source: Installation requirements: Electrical supply and grounding, p. 17 |
| Dimensions | Height 38.7 in. (984 mm), width 27 in. (686 mm), depth 31.3 in. (796 mm), depth with the door open 52.6 in. (1337 mm) | Source: Installation requirements: Dimensions, p. 18 |
| Drain connection height | Minimum 18 in. (46 cm), maximum 96 in. (245 cm), measured from the floor. Draining efficiency may drop at the maximum height. | Source: Step-by-step installation: Connect the drain hose, p. 24 |
| Drain hose in a standpipe | At least 6 in. (152 mm) and no more than 8 in. (203 mm) inserted; the connection must not be airtight | Source: Step-by-step installation: Connect the drain hose, p. 25 |
| Water temperature ranges | Hot 135 °F (57 °C) or below, Warm 95 °F (35 °C) or below, Cold 68 °F (20 °C) or below. Wash water must be at least 60 °F (16 °C) for detergent activation. | Source: Specifications: Fabric care chart, p. 57 |
Recalls
No exact-model match for WF45T6000AW, WF45T6000A 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: Limited warranty (U.S.A.): contact details, p. 62
Sources
- User manual, Washer WF45T6000A*. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Document DC68-04006R-07, revision 07, 204 pages, en. downloadcenter.samsung.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
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