Error Code 3C
The dryer motor isn't spinning properly
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 3C
What This Means
Motor relay shorted on the main PCB; Motor winding shorted or failed; Wiring harness issue between motor and main PCB
What actually causes this:
The drum belt may have broken or come off, something is jamming the drum, or the motor itself has failed.
First Thing to Check
Open the door and try to spin the drum by hand — it should rotate freely with slight resistance.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the motor winding resistance: Pin 3-4 should be 2.88 ohm, Pin 4-5 should be 3.5 ohm
- 2
2. Check motor relay on main PCB
- 3
3. Inspect motor wiring harness for damage or shorts
- 4
4. If motor resistance is infinity on any winding, replace motor
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
This Error Applies To
Samsung DVE45T6005 Series Dryers (2024) (2024–present)
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