Samsung DW80R5060US Repair Guide
Samsung’s high-volume StormWash dishwasher. Sleek and affordable, with a service reputation dominated by two codes: LC (the leak sensor, famously sensitive) and 5C (drain). Both are usually resolvable without major parts.
Common problems & typical repair costs
| Problem | Likely cause | Typical fix | OEM part # | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC code — won’t run | Moisture/leak sensor in base pan tripped (sometimes by condensation or a garbage-disposal hookup issue) | Dry pan, find drip; check drain connection | — | $0–$300 |
| 5C — won’t drain | Sump debris, hose, or drain pump | Clean path; replace pump | — | $0–$300 |
| Not cleaning well | Filter/arms overdue | Monthly cleaning | — | $0–$150 |
| HE code | Heater circuit | Replace heater | — | $150–$300 |
Costs are national averages for professional repair (parts + labor). See the linked cost guides below for full breakdowns.
Error codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LC / LE | Leak sensor tripped |
| 5C / 5E | Drain fault |
| 4C / 4E | Fill fault |
| HE / HC | Heater fault |
| OC / oE | Over-level water |
Tech notes
LC after a disposal install or a big pre-rinse splash is often a damp sensor, not a real leak — unplug 15 minutes, dry the base, and it resets. Recurring LC with a genuinely wet pan means find the drip before anything else.
Cost guides for this machine’s common repairs
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