Samsung dishwasher OC / 0C / oE error
ErrorOC / 0C / oE
Samsung identifies OC, 0C, and oE as over-level water errors. Use the official drain and overflow checks, then stop if water remains or the code returns.
What the code means
There is more water in the dishwasher than there should be
If water is actively leaking, close the water shut-off and isolate power. Wear protection against sharp debris and do not open internal panels.
Typical symptoms
01OC, 0C, or oE appears during or after a cycle
02Water remains in the tub or the dishwasher tries to drain
03The sink drain, hose, filter area, or overflow path may be restricted
Likely causes
Start with the least invasive explanation and stop if the check requires internal electrical or sealed-system access.
01A blocked sink drain or disposal
02A pinched or incorrectly routed drain hose
03Food or debris in the accessible drain area
04A fill or overflow fault requiring service
Safe next steps
- 1If water is leaking, close the water shut-off and isolate power
- 2Check the sink drain and garbage disposal for blockage
- 3Inspect drain-hose routing for pinching, kinks, and the required high loop or air gap
- 4Clean the accessible filter and drain area as the exact manual permits
- 5Run one drain test and request service if OC/0C/oE or standing water returns
Step-by-step repair
- 1Clear only visible sink, disposal, hose, or filter restrictions and reassemble the drain area correctly. Samsung's linked guidance does not verify an internal overflow repair; use service when the code or water level returns.
Repair details
€Estimated cost
External drain checks normally need no part. Plumbing or internal overflow repair requires a local or Samsung quote.
External drain checks normally need no part. Plumbing or internal overflow repair requires a local or Samsung quote.
⏱Estimated time
About 15–40 minutes for safe external drain and overflow checks.
About 15–40 minutes for safe external drain and overflow checks.
🔧Tools
Towel and shallow tray, Flashlight, Cut-resistant gloves for sharp drain debris, Exact Samsung model manual
Towel and shallow tray, Flashlight, Cut-resistant gloves for sharp drain debris, Exact Samsung model manual
▣Spare parts
A drain hose may need model-specific replacement if visibly damaged. No inlet valve, pump, or sensor is confirmed by OC/0C/oE alone.
A drain hose may need model-specific replacement if visibly damaged. No inlet valve, pump, or sensor is confirmed by OC/0C/oE alone.
What not to do
- Do not run the dishwasher while it leaks, reach into the drain with power connected, or bypass the water-level or overflow protection.
Preventive maintenance
- 1Keep the sink connection, drain hose, filter, and locally required high loop or air gap maintained.
Frequently asked questions
What do OC/0C/oE mean?
Samsung identifies an over-level water error.
When should I stop?
Immediately if water is actively leaking or the code returns after the external drain checks.
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