Modern washing machines have quite powerful functionality. They are crammed with all sorts of sensors and smart electronics, requiring certain knowledge and skills to diagnose breakdowns. For faster and more accurate fault detection, self-diagnostic systems were created with error indication using standard indicators. In this review, we will take a look at one of the most common errors, which is the 5D error on a Samsung washing machine.
Self-diagnosis systems and errors
Many malfunctions in washing machines can be corrected independently, in some cases and without the use of tools, including measuring ones. If the Samsung washing machine gives a 5ud error, then this is not a reason to panic and call the wizard. Knowing the error codes and their meaning, you can fix the breakdown yourself by receiving diagnostic information from the smart unit.
Samsung washing machines are equipped with advanced diagnostic systems. They control:
- Indications from sensors;
- Integrity of individual conductors;
- The integrity of certain components (engine, valves, pumps).
Each error is encrypted with certain symbols or luminous indicators.The errors themselves occur at various stages - during the spin cycle, at the start of the selected program, when the water is heated. The Sud error in the Samsung washing machine occurs both during the washing process and during the spin phases. And the reason for this is the banal increased foaming. In this case, the above inscription appears on the digital screen of the control panel.
Modern washing machines have fairly advanced electronics, which allows you to diagnose any malfunctions with incredible accuracy and even prevent some breakdowns.
It is noteworthy that this error in Samsung washing machines can manifest itself not only in the form of the inscription Sud. Depending on the model and year of manufacture of the unit, other symbols may be displayed - error Sd, 5ud, Sud and some other symbols mean the same malfunction. Or rather, the overflow of the drum with foam. Let's see what causes increased foaming and how to correct the situation now.
How to deal with foam
The reason for the increased foaming most often lies in the washing powder. Any washing machine will wash as correctly as possible only if a powder marked “automatic” is used. Many may think that this mark is nothing more than a marketing ploy so that people buy two packs at once - for hand and machine wash. And only marketers are to blame for such suspicions, who manage to give false classifications even to bags for baking fish and meat.
In fact, everything is quite prosaic - the mark "automatic" means that this product has reduced foaming.In automatic machines, there is no need for a large amount of foam, but the intensive rotation of the drum in different directions would inevitably lead to its abundance. Therefore, special SMS (synthetic detergents) were created for automatic machines.
Sud - an error in the Samsung typewriter (any model lines, including Samsung Diamond), indicating that the washing powder was chosen incorrectly. If we fill the compartment with hand wash, then after a few minutes we will have a full drum of foam. Other causes of the 5ud error in Samsung machines:
- Too much detergent - very little laundry in the drum. Excess SMS leads to a cycle stop. Most often this error occurs during washing, as well as during the spin stages;
- Poor quality of SMS - it is quite possible that a fake has arrived at the store or the manufacturer has “cheated” something in the recipe of a particular batch;
- You used a powder from a little-known manufacturer - recently there have been more and more such products.
You should not be afraid of increased foaming. This will not lead to serious damage to your unit.
The Samsung washing machine also gives a 5ud error if you try to wash some porous thing, such as a curtain. A few dozen turns of the drum - and it is already filled with white foam, and on a completely normal powder.
What to do when an error occurs
If a 5d error appears on the digital display of your Samsung washing machine, there is no need to panic.Some models do not require any reaction from users - the appearance of an erroneous inscription is due to the fact that the unit is waiting until the amount of foam decreases to an acceptable amount. Some machines try to tell you to press the start button to continue the cycle.
Some washing machines draw a 5d error when they are not going to continue the program, requiring a complete drum cleaning. In this case, you should stop the current cycle, remove all laundry and rinse the insides. After that, you need to start the cycle again, reducing the dosage of SMS. If you have washed items that are porous or fluffy, try washing them by hand without creating problems for yourself or the washing machine.
Other causes of error 5d in Samsung washing machines:
- The pressure switch has broken - it controls the foaming process and can malfunction;
- A separate foam sensor has failed - in this case, the cycle will stop with an error at any stage;
- The connecting conductors are out of order - it is necessary to check their integrity;
- The worst thing happened - the control module failed.In this case, it can also give many errors, for example, Error (the labels may differ). Modules in most machines are not repaired, they are simply changed;
- A clogged drain is another reason for the 5d error in Samsung washing machines.
Please note that as a result of the occurrence of the above malfunctions, an error in the machines can appear at any stage.
