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Samsung dishwasher OC, oE or 0C code: the dishwasher detected an over-level water condition

OC, oE or 0C means the dishwasher detected an over-level water condition. Cancel the cycle and close the supply valve if filling continues.

Direct answer

On a supported Samsung dishwasher, OC, oE or 0C means the dishwasher detected an over-level water condition. Cancel the cycle and close the supply valve if filling continues. Then clean the filter and drain path and remove excess foam from incorrect detergent.

What this covers

  • Samsung dishwashers displaying OC, oE or 0C
  • The code and product type exactly match the official source
  • Customer-accessible checks before component replacement

What it does not cover

  • ×A similar code on another manufacturer or appliance type
  • ×Codes omitted from the exact model manual
  • ×Internal wiring, sealed-panel or live-electrical repair
Try in this order0 of 4 completed

  1. Confirm OC, oE or 0C on the exact model

    Reversible

    Photograph the complete display, record the model tag and note the cycle stage. Similar-looking codes can mean different things on another product line.

  2. Check the condition named by the code

    Reversible

    Cancel the cycle and close the supply valve if filling continues.

  3. Correct the remaining user-serviceable cause

    Reversible

    Clean the filter and drain path and remove excess foam from incorrect detergent.

  4. Run one controlled verification

    Reversible

    After water is controlled, run Cancel/Drain and observe the level. Continuous filling or a repeat over-level code requires service.

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Official Samsung dishwasher code meanings, installation checks and service boundaries.

Exact questions

Common follow-ups

What does OC, oE or 0C mean on a Samsung dishwasher?+

It means the dishwasher detected an over-level water condition.

Can I clear OC, oE or 0C by resetting the dishwasher?+

A restart may clear a stored display only after the underlying condition is corrected. Repeatedly resetting without correcting the cause is not a repair.

When is professional service appropriate?+

Continuous filling or a repeat over-level code requires service.

Change recordAug. 17, 2026 — Published the exact OC, oE or 0C meaning, customer-safe checks and service boundary from Samsung Support.
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