Has your Samsung washing machine stopped while washing the laundry, the sensors flash and the display shows the code 5D (sud or suds)? Is there a huge amount of foam in the drum through the glass of the hatch, or is it completely absent? What to do? What does 5 meanD, suds or sud in the washing machine Samsung? How do I fix the problem? You will find answers to all these questions in this article.
How is the error decrypted
Samsung washing machines contain certain codes to help consumers recognize the problem in the device as soon as possible.. Consider what the Sud (5ud) or SD (5D) error code can signal us.
Sud (5ud) or SD (5D) code - indicates the formation of a huge amount of foam inside the drum. When there is too much soap solution inside the device, the mechanism enters the foam suppression mode (active mode). If the mode fails to reduce the foam level, the machine goes into standby mode, waits for the foam to settle on its own (passive mode).
Definition of cipher 5D on typewriters without display:
- a huge amount of foam outside the device;
- lighting up of indicators of all washing modes;
- lighting up of temperature indicators;
- switching the machine to "standby" mode.
Reasons for the error:
- powder is used that is not suitable for washing in an automatic machine;
- excessive use of concentrated powder;
- defective foam sensor;
- the drain filter is dirty;
- washing "fluffy" products;
- the operation of the control module ("brains") is broken.
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How to fix the problem yourself
Basically, the inclusion of the Sud (5ud) or SD (5D) code is for informational purposes only. If a similar error is found, it is easy to fix it. You must wait 5 to 15 minutes for the foam to settle. The machine will remove the foam by itself and continue to work as usual. In some models, you need to press the "Start / Pause" button to actively remove the foam (you must read the instructions).
Advice:
In order for the 5D error to occur, you must use only high-quality powders or liquid detergents. On the packaging of the product must be marked "machine". On average, 1 tbsp of powder is needed for 2-3 kg of dry laundry. Fluffy items can also cause excessive foaming.
If a lot of foam has formed, the washing mode does not end, the sensor with an error code (5D, sud or suds):
- It is necessary to interrupt the wash;
- go to the drain program;
- pull out the laundry;
- check the drain filter, it is most likely clogged. You will need to clean it. You will learn more about the location of the filter from the instructions for the device;
- rinse the powder dispenser and the drum itself from detergent residues;
- start washing without laundry and powder in the "Cotton" mode, with a temperature of 60 degrees (for washing the internal parts of the machine from foam).
If an error occurs but there is no foam formation - this indicates a breakdown. However, try to clean the drain filter of the device and start a new wash without laundry and powder. If the error code persists, you need to contact a specialist.
Major malfunctions
| Sign | Cause | Repairs |
| Error (5D, sud or suds) during washing;
no foam; during start-up without laundry and powder - the error does not disappear. |
Foam sensor malfunction. | The part needs to be replaced. |
| An error (5D, sud or suds) appears after turning on the machine, or during the washing itself. | Faulty pressure switch. | It is necessary to eliminate the malfunction or replace pressure switch. |
| Slow draining of water without powder;
an error occurs when draining foam water. |
Clogged drainage system and sewerage system. | The drain connection, hose or drain must be cleaned. |
| The error doesn't go away anyway. | Malfunction of the control unit. | It is necessary to disconnect the machine from the network and restart it after 5 minutes. If no positive result is observed, you need to call the wizard. If the processor of the control board is intact, it can be repaired. If burned out - necessary replacement of the control unit. |
A 5D, sud or suds error in a Samsung washing machine generally does not indicate serious damage. So that you do not have such problems, it is necessary to provide for the control of foaming even when buying a washing machine. Because devices with this mode fight foam on their own, automatically.
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