Error Code FC
Your dryer is getting the wrong type of electrical power
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: FC
What This Means
Not using regular power source frequency (not 60Hz); Power frequency sense circuit fault on PCB; Generator or inverter power supply with unstable frequency
What actually causes this:
The power supply frequency is outside the expected range — usually a generator or unstable power issue.
First Thing to Check
If you're running the dryer on a generator, try plugging it into a regular wall outlet instead.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Try restarting the cycle
- 2
2. Verify the power source is providing standard 60Hz frequency
- 3
3. Check if dryer is connected to a generator or inverter
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4. If this information code remains, contact a Samsung service center
This Error Applies To
Samsung DV53BB8900HD Series Dryers (2022) (2022–present)
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