Error Code C-20
Temperature sensor open or shorted
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: C-20
What This Means
Sensor open circuit; Sensor short circuit; Harness damage; Poor connector contact
What actually causes this:
Broken sensor element, corroded connector pins, or severed wiring
First Thing to Check
Measure sensor resistance with multimeter
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
Disconnect power and open back cover
- 2
Disconnect sensor harness from control
- 3
Measure sensor resistance at room temperature (should be 1080 ohms)
- 4
Check wire harness terminals for damage
- 5
Check resistance of oven sensor connectors on main PCB with harness disconnected
This Error Applies To
Samsung DOP36P86DLS Series Ovens & Ranges
Related Error Codes
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Drain pump inactive or water not draining from steam chamber
Temperature safety limit exceeded