Error Code dC
The dryer thinks the door is open while running
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: dC
What This Means
Door not fully closed or latched; Door sensor unit is loose; Door sensor unit is shorted; Defective door switch
What actually causes this:
Door wasn't closed firmly, or the door switch has gone bad from normal wear.
First Thing to Check
Open and firmly close the door, then try starting it again.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Close the door firmly and attempt to run the dryer
- 2
2. Check if the door sensor unit is loose or short
- 3
3. Test door switch continuity in both open and closed positions
- 4
4. Replace door switch if faulty
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
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