Error Code 3CA
The heat pump compressor motor isn't working
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 3CA / 3CA1 / 3CA2 / 3CA3 / 3CA4 / 3CA5 / 3CA6 / 3CA7 / 3CA8
What This Means
Compressor motor connector terminal issue; Compressor inverter PBA malfunction; Compressor motor damage; Compressor overload
What actually causes this:
The compressor motor in a heat pump dryer has failed or encountered an electrical issue.
First Thing to Check
Unplug the dryer for 5 minutes, then plug it back in and try again.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check connector terminal connections and contacts on compressor motor
- 2
2. Check whether compressor motor power cable and power connector are present on Inverter PBA
- 3
3. Check whether the compressor motor is damaged
- 4
4. If Inverter PBA is faulty, replace the PBA
Other Error Codes for DV22N6800HW
The dryer thinks the door is open while running
A secondary temperature sensor is giving bad readings
A fourth temperature sensor is reading abnormally
A third temperature sensor is giving incorrect readings
The drum motor temperature sensor detected a problem
The heat pump compressor has stopped working
Your dryer isn't heating properly or is overheating
The water collection tank is full or the drain is blocked