Error Code tC8
A fourth temperature sensor is reading abnormally
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: tC8
What This Means
Thermistor 4 resistance out of range (open or shorted); Damaged or disconnected thermistor wiring; PCB sensor circuit failure
What actually causes this:
One of the dryer's multiple temperature sensors has failed or its connection is loose.
First Thing to Check
Clean the lint screen and check the exhaust vent for blockages.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Measure Thermistor 4 resistance
- 2
2. If resistance is out of range, replace Thermistor 4
- 3
3. Check wiring between thermistor and main PCB
Other Error Codes for DV22N6800HW
The dryer thinks the door is open while running
A secondary temperature sensor is giving bad readings
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 heat pump compressor motor isn't working
The water collection tank is full or the drain is blocked