Samsung Washer CL Error Code

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What it means

Child Lock has activated and may have drained unsafe water from the tub.

Try this first

Turn the washer off and back on.
Or disable Child Lock using the model-specific controls.

Can I keep using it?✅ Child Lock status

Repair usually required?✅ No

If the error keeps returning

CL should clear when Child Lock is disabled or the washer is restarted.

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Samsung Washer CL: Quick Answer

What it means: Child Lock has activated and may have drained unsafe water from the tub.

First thing to check

Turn the washer off and back on.

Can I keep using it?

Child Lock status

Repair outlook

If the code remains

CL should clear when Child Lock is disabled or the washer is restarted.

Model note: Error-code meanings and procedures can vary by model and model year. Confirm the code against the documentation for your exact appliance before replacing parts.

Manufacturer reference: samsung.com