Error Code 3C
The main wash pump that sprays water onto your dishes is not working
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 3C
What This Means
Foreign object has entered the circulation pump and the pump is stuck; Circulation pump is out of order; Main PBA is out of order; Inverter PBA is out of order
What actually causes this:
Something is jammed in the wash pump, or the pump motor has failed
First Thing to Check
Check the bottom of the dishwasher tub for any broken glass, food debris, or objects that may have fallen through the filter
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check whether there is any foreign material in the circulation hose and circulation pump — remove any blockage
- 2
2. Check the connections for the circulation pump connector — reconnect if loose
- 3
3. Check whether the circulation pump coil is conductive (remove connector before measuring) — Normal: approx. 5.8 ohms +/-10%
- 4
4. Check the operating LED (red) of the Main PBA — Normal: fully turn-on while operating
This Error Applies To
Samsung DW80R706 Series Dishwashers (2019) (2019–present)
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