Samsung Washer Small or Low Lights Blinking: No Drain
On Samsung washers without a digital display, a blinking Small or Low water level light is the pattern for a no-drain error. The control sees that water is not leaving the tub, so it stops the…
- Code
- Small / Low
- Appliance
- Washer
- Brand
- Samsung
- Warranty
- 30-day workmanship
What Small / Low means
On Samsung washers without a digital display, a blinking Small or Low water level light is the pattern for a no-drain error. The control sees that water is not leaving the tub, so it stops the cycle. This follows the drain group on numeric displays. The drum is left with water in it. You may find water still sitting in the drum, and the light keeps blinking until it drains.
Common causes of Small / Low
- Kinked or clogged drain hose
- Drain pump blockage
- Drain pump or its wiring
- Standpipe clog
1. Turn the washer off. 2. Check the drain hose for kinks and make sure it is seated in the standpipe. 3. Turn the washer on and try a drain or spin cycle. 4. If water stays or the light blinks again, request service. If water reached the floor, keep the washer unplugged until it is inspected.
- A clear hose and standpipe leave the pump or its wiring as the cause.
- We test the drain pump and check for a blockage.
- We check whether the standpipe is draining your house line.
Other Washer codes
Which light blinks for no-drain?
The Small or Low level light, depending on how your model labels it. The pattern means water is not leaving the tub, and the drain hose is the first thing to check.
Is it the hose?
Often. A kink or clog stops water from leaving. Check that first. Make sure the hose is seated in the standpipe and not pushed in too far. If water still stays, the pump needs a look.
Can I leave water in the drum?
It is better not to. Standing water can smell and leak. If water reached the floor or the cabinet, keep the washer unplugged until we inspect it. Water left in the drum can also leave a smell.
Still seeing Small / Low?
A technician diagnoses it on site and gives you the price in writing before any work starts.