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 at the door sensor circuit; Open wire terminals at the door sensor circuit; 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. Inspect wire terminals in the door sense circuit for loose or open connections
- 3
3. Test door switch continuity with multimeter
- 4
4. If door switch is faulty, replace it
This Error Applies To
Samsung DV22N68 Series Dryers (2018) (2018–present)
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