Error Code C-20
Oven sensor open (resistance over 2950 ohms) or shorted (resistance under 930 ohms)
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
What This Means
Oven temperature sensor open or shorted; Damaged terminal or wire harness between sensor and PCB; Faulty Main PCB connector CNS600
How to Fix
- 1
Disconnect power and open the back cover
- 2
Disconnect sensor harness from control
- 3
Measure sensor resistance: normal is 1080 ohms at room temperature; replace sensor if out of spec
- 4
Check for damaged terminal or wire harness
- 5
Measure resistance of oven sensor connector on Main PCB at CNS600 (Pin 4,6): normal is 2850 ohms
- 6
Repair or replace damaged harness
- 7
Replace Main PCB if problem persists after confirming sensor and harness are good
This Error Applies To
Samsung DOP30T840 Series Ovens & Ranges
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