How to fix the washing machine with 5C error?

Last Update date : 2024-05-01

A 5E or 5C error code indicates that the washing machine has detected a drainage issue. The most common reason for this error is a blocked filter or kinked drain hose. You should also check that the drain hose has been installed properly and clean the hose thoroughly to remove any blockages that may be preventing your washing machine from draining properly.

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Warning: If a cycle with hot water temperature settings was run recently, the water in the washer may be very hot. Allow approximately one hour for the water to cool before performing this procedure to avoid possible injury.

Your washing machine's drain pump is responsible for pumping water out of the main drum so that it can be drained away. The drain pump filter protects the pump by filtering the water that drains out of the drum. However, over time, lint builds up in the filter and small items such as coins, hair clips, or hair can become trapped in the filter. If the filter is clogged, your washing machine may not drain properly.

1 Locate the small access door on the front of your washing machine.
 access door
2 Place a towel on the floor in front of the washing machine and have a shallow dish ready nearby.
3 Press firmly on the access door on the front of the washing machine or use a coin to open the door, depending on the model of your washing machine.
open the door
4 Pull out the emergency drain hose and position the spout over the dish. Remove the cap and let the water flow out into the dish until it stops flowing.
Pull out the emergency drain hose
5 Replace the cap on the emergency drain hose and secure it properly back in position.
Replace the cap
6 Rotate the drain filter anti-clockwise to remove it from the housing.
Rotate the drain filter anti-clockwise
7 Remove any debris from the filter and wash it in warm water to clean it properly.
8 Wipe the drain pump filter recess with a damp cloth.
9 Replace the drain pump filter and rotate it clockwise to lock it in place.
rotate it clockwise to lock it in place.
10 Close the access door.
Close the access door.

If your machine is having trouble draining, it is important to check that the drain hose has been installed correctly so that the water from your machine can drain away properly. Washing machine's drain hose could be connected to the waste: either via a spigot or via a standpipe.

standpipe

If the drain hose is connected via a standpipe, your washing machine's drain hose simply hooks over an open stand pipe which is connected to the waste pipe.

 

Follow the instructions below to check that your drain pipe is correctly positioned and installed.

If the drain hose is connected via a spigot:

1 Check that the blanking cap has been removed.

If you have recently installed your washing machine, make sure that you have removed or cut off the blanking cap.

spigot blanking cap
2 Check that the drain hose is pushed onto the spigot correctly and that the hose clip (if there is one on the pipe) is screwed up securely.
3 Check that there are no kinks or bends in the drain pipe.

If the drain hose is connected via a standpipe:

1 Make sure that the hose is correctly positioned and secured using the hose clips.
2 Make sure that the drain hose is at least 60 cm above the floor.
Washing machine drain hose
3 Make sure that the standpipe covers the drain hose completely.
Washing machine drain hose
4 Make sure that no more than 150mm of the drain hose is in the standpipe
Washing machine drain hose
5 Check that there are no kinks or bends in the drain pipe.

If the drain hose is clogged or blocked, your washing machine might not be able to drain properly. Check the drain hose for blockages and clean it to ensure that the water can drain away.

1 Switch off the washing machine at the mains and unplug it from the socket.
2 Remove all laundry from the drum.
3 Pull the washing machine out from the wall enough so you can get behind it.
4 Locate the drain hose. The drain hose is usually the largest in diameter and is connected to a drain pipe instead of a tap.
5 Detach the drain hose from the washing machine.

Note : You might need to use a screwdriver or a wrench to open the clasp that attaches the pipe to the machine.

6 Detach the drain hose at the other end.
7 Use a clothes hanger or other tool to remove any material or blockages which are clogging up the hose.
8 Replace the hose and run a cycle on the washing machine to check if it is now clear.

Note :

  •  If your washing machine does not work properly after doing all the previous steps,  call our contact center to request a service visit.
  •  to know more about the functions and sections of your washing machine that need to be cleaned continuously, click here.

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