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.
Samsung DW80R5060US is a dishwasher, stormwash dishwasher sold 2019 to present. Its most common repair is lc code, won’t run, usually $0 to $300.
- 4 common problems with causes, fixes and costs below.
- 5 error codes decoded.
- A dishwasher like this lasts about 9 to 12 years.
- Check the model and serial tag before you order any part.
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 | not listed | $0 to $300 |
| 5C, won’t drain | Sump debris, hose, or drain pump | Clean path. Replace pump | not listed | $0 to $300 |
| Not cleaning well | Filter/arms overdue | Monthly cleaning | not listed | $0 to $150 |
| HE code | Heater circuit | Replace heater | not listed | $150 to $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 prerinse 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
DIY step by step instructions for this model
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