Samsung Washers2012–present

Error Code dS

The washer lid detected an opening while trying to start

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: dS

What This Means

Switch contact error from deformed hook; Door pulled by force while operating

What actually causes this:

The lid wasn't closed properly or was pulled open during operation

First Thing to Check

Make sure the lid is fully closed

Parts Involved

Door Lock SwitchDoor Hook

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. Check Reed SW resistance (White-Green Wire): approx 0.2Ω

  2. 2

    2. Check Door-Lock SW terminal connections and contacts

  3. 3

    3. Bring probe of tester into contact with two terminals of Door-Lock SW

Parts Commonly Needed for This Error

OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers

This Error Applies To

Samsung WA456DRHDS Series Washers (2012) (2012–present)

Service manual exact match: WA456DRHDSU/AAService manual exact match: WA456DRHDWR/AAService manual exact match: WA422PRHDWR/AAService manual exact match: WA400PJHDWR/AA

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