How do I fix error code dC on my Samsung DVG54R7200V?

1. undefined: 1. Close the door firmly and run the dryer again 2. undefined: 2. Inspect the door sensor unit for looseness or damage 3. undefined: 3. Test door switch: Door open -- COM-NC (pins 1-3) should be < 1 ohm, COM-NO (pins 1-2) should be infinity 4. undefined: 4. Test door switch: Door closed -- COM-NC (pins 1-3) should be infinity, COM-NO (pins 1-2) should be < 1 ohm 5. undefined: 5. If door sensor unit is loose or shorted, repair or replace

Samsung DVG54R7200VDryer

Error Code dC

Q: What does error code dC mean on a Samsung DVG54R7200V?

The dryer thinks the door is open while running Door not fully closed or latched; Door sensor unit is loose; Door sensor unit is shorted; Loose wire terminals in door sense circuit

Q: What should I check first for error code dC?

Open and firmly close the door, then try starting it again.

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; Loose wire terminals in door sense circuit

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

Door SwitchDoor Sensor Unit

How to Fix

1
1. Close the door firmly and run the dryer again
2
2. Inspect the door sensor unit for looseness or damage
3
3. Test door switch: Door open -- COM-NC (pins 1-3) should be < 1 ohm, 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 < 1 ohm
5
5. If door sensor unit is loose or shorted, repair or replace