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Samsung Washer Error Code 5E

Drain error caused by damaged pump motor impeller, wrong voltage supplied, part fault, freezing in winter, clogged drain hose, or foreign material (rubber band, bills, cotton, hair pins, coins) collected inside the drain pump assembly.

SourceSamsung Top-Load Washer - Full Service Manual (WA400/WA422/WA456 Series)p. 19, 22

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First diagnostic step

Check drain pump resistance (13.5 to 16.5 ohms); check whether drain pump motor revolutions are restrained by foreign material or freezing.

SourceSamsung Top-Load Washer - Full Service Manual (WA400/WA422/WA456 Series)p. 19, 22

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