Error Code dC2
The door lock mechanism has a fault.
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: dC2
What This Means
Door lock switch unit not inserted; Door lock switch unit damaged; Wire disconnected from door lock switch; Door lock switch unit defective; Defective main PCB
What actually causes this:
The door latch or its electrical connection has failed, similar to dC1 but indicates a different detection point in the lock circuit.
First Thing to Check
Turn off the washer, unplug it, wait one minute, then plug it back in and try closing the lid firmly.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check whether the door lock switch unit is inserted properly
- 2
2. Check whether the door lock switch unit is damaged
- 3
3. Check wire connections
- 4
4. Measure Lock/Unlock contact resistance: approx. 0.2 ohms (Lock: White-Red Wire, Unlock: White-Blue Wire)
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5. If defective, replace the door lock switch unit
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6. If the main PCB is defective, replace it
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA46CG3505 Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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