ERROR CODE EXPLAINED
Amana Front Load Washer
Amana Front Load Washer LoC Error Code
What it means
Amana indicates LoC or LC is not an error; it means Control Lock is activated.
Try this first
- Touch and hold the Control Lock button for 3 seconds to change the Control Lock setting.
- While Control Lock is held, the display counts down 3, 2, 1 and then shows LC or LoC.
- START can still be used to pause the cycle, and POWER can still be used to turn off the washer.
Can I keep using it?✅ LoC or LC indicates Control Lock, not a washer fault
Repair usually required?✅ No repair is indicated; change the Control Lock setting
If the error keeps returning
Use the Control Lock button as described in the linked Amana Product Help article.
Official source
Troubleshooting information verified against manufacturer support documentation.
View manufacturer support page →Safety note:ApplianceSignal provides general troubleshooting information. Always follow the appliance manufacturer's safety instructions and disconnect power when required.