Samsung Washer Error Code 9C1: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Samsung washer error code 9C1 means: There is an irregularity in the power supplied to the washer. PF appears after a power failure. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: check the circuit.

Quick facts

Code	9C1
Also shown as	9C2, PF, 2E, 9E1, 9E2, UC, 19C1, 19C2
Brand / appliance	Samsung washer
System	Power supply
Official meaning	There is an irregularity in the power supplied to the washer. PF appears after a power failure. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code 9C1 means on a Samsung washer

There is an irregularity in the power supplied to the washer. PF appears after a power failure. [1]

This is a power supply code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Samsung washer error code 9C1 (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on Samsung's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Check the circuit. Make sure the washer is on its own circuit and not on an extension cord.

On some models 3E is a voltage error and on others a motor error. Check your user manual.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

The code continues: request service
Any wiring or outlet work: licensed electrician
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support) first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code 9C1 mean on a Samsung washer?

Samsung lists 9C1 as follows: There is an irregularity in the power supplied to the washer. PF appears after a power failure.

Is it safe to keep using the washer with 9C1?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Samsung washer error 9C1 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: check the circuit. If it persists, call a technician or Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support).

Is 9C2 the same as 9C1?

Yes. Samsung's documentation lists 9C2, PF, 2E, 9E1, 9E2, UC, 19C1, 19C2 with the same meaning as 9C1; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshoot/TSG10000997/ (official)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Samsung.