Error Code tC
Your dryer's temperature sensor isn't reading correctly
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: tC
What This Means
Clogged lint screen restricting airflow and causing abnormal temperature readings; Restricted vent system causing heat buildup; Thermistor 1 resistance out of range (open or shorted); Damaged thermistor wiring (Blue & Red wire, Pin 3 to Pin 6 on CN7)
What actually causes this:
Usually a clogged lint screen or blocked exhaust vent — restricted airflow causes the sensor to misread temperatures.
First Thing to Check
Pull out the lint screen and clean off all the lint, then check that your exhaust vent hose isn't kinked or blocked.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check and clean the lint screen
- 2
2. Inspect the exhaust vent system for restrictions or blockages
- 3
3. Disconnect harness and measure thermistor 1 resistance between Blue wire Pin 3 and Red wire Pin 6: should be approximately 10KOhm at 25C (77F)
- 4
4. If thermistor resistance is out of range (open or significantly deviated), replace the thermistor
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
This Error Applies To
Samsung DVE54M8750 Series Dryers (2024) (2024–present)
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