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; Door sensor unit is loose; Door sensor unit is 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. Check if the door sensor unit is loose
- 3
3. Check if the door sensor unit is shorted
- 4
4. Test the door switch for proper operation
This Error Applies To
Samsung DV50B5100 Series Dryers (2024) (2024–present)
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