Written by
Nadia Okafor Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error codePC, PE
ApplianceWasher
What PC and PE stand for
Samsung’s troubleshooting table gives PC and PE one shared entry: clutch position error. The entry is written for Samsung washers generally rather than for a single series.
The owner’s three steps
Disconnect the washer from power and let it sit for two to three minutes.
Bring the power back and run the programme from the beginning.
A code that comes back is the cue to ask for service.
Where else to look
PC1 and PE1: the clutch Hall signal error, listed right after this one
Sr and 5r: the system relay error, handled with the same reset
Washer service around San Francisco
A Samsung washer in San Francisco that keeps coming back to PC can be booked through Samsung washer repair, or by phone at (415) 969-6153. Bring the code, the model number and a note of the power-down you did, and the conversation moves faster.
Model compatibility: Samsung reuses codes across series and model years, so PC, PE may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
PC and PE both indicate a clutch position error.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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