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; Loose wire terminals in door sensor circuit; Door sensor unit 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 again
- 2
2. Inspect door sensor unit for loose or shorted connections
- 3
3. Test door switch: Door open — COM-NC (pins 1-3) should be < 1Ohm, COM-NO (pins 1-2) should be infinity
- 4
4. Test door switch: Door closed — COM-NC (pins 1-3) should be infinity, COM-NO (pins 1-2) should be < 1Ohm
Other Error Codes for DVG54M8750
The dryer's internal parts aren't communicating properly
A button on the control panel is stuck or shorted
Your dryer is getting the wrong type of electrical power
A secondary temperature sensor is giving bad readings
Your dryer is getting the wrong voltage from the outlet
Your dryer's temperature sensor isn't reading correctly
Your dryer isn't heating properly or is overheating
The door switch isn't working properly