What this code usually means
Samsung states that 4E/4C usually means insufficient water supply, often from a blocked or kinked inlet hose.
BrandSamsung
ApplianceWashing machine
ConfidenceManufacturer sourced
Safe checks, in order
- 1Turn off power before moving the washer.
- 2Confirm the hot and cold supply valves are fully open and the hoses are not kinked.
- 3Turn off the water supply before checking user-serviceable inlet screens described in the manual.
Common symptoms
- Washer does not fill
- Filling is unusually slow
- Cycle stops shortly after starting
Possible causes
- Closed or partially closed supply valve
- Kinked inlet hose
- Blocked inlet screen or low water pressure
Stop and get qualified help when
- A hose is bulging, cracked or leaking
- Water is near electrical connections
- The code persists despite normal household water flow