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 (Upper and Lower)
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 — these may not provide stable 60Hz
- 4
4. Inspect power frequency sense circuit on main PCB
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
This Error Applies To
Samsung DVE60A9900 Series Dryers
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