Error Code TC2
The second temperature sensor is reading incorrectly
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: TC2
What This Means
Thermistor resistance out of range; Wiring issue to secondary temperature sensor; PCB fault in temperature sensing circuit
What actually causes this:
Lint buildup or a worn-out sensor causing temperature misreadings.
First Thing to Check
Clean the lint screen and check the exhaust vent for blockages.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check thermistor wiring connections
- 2
2. Measure thermistor resistance: should be 10KΩ at 25°C (77°F)
- 3
3. Check PCB temperature sensing circuit
- 4
4. Replace thermistor if resistance is out of range
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
This Error Applies To
Samsung DV40J3000E Series Dryers (2014) (2014–present)
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