Error Code FC
Your dryer is getting the wrong type of electrical power
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: FC
What This Means
Faulty main control board (Main PBA); Faulty display board (SUB PBA); Damaged or loose wire harness between Main PBA and SUB PBA
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. Check wire harness connection between Main PBA and SUB PBA for loose or damaged connectors
- 2
2. Inspect wire harness for pinched, cut, or corroded wires
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3. If wiring is intact, replace SUB PBA first (more commonly at fault)
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4. If error persists after SUB PBA replacement, replace Main PBA
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
This Error Applies To
Samsung DVE41A3000 Series Dryers (2020) (2020–present)
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