How do I fix error code SDC on a Samsung washers?

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Samsung Washers2024–present

Error Code SDC

The detergent drawer area is not closing or locking properly

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: SDC

What This Means

Door lock switch terminal of Housing Drawer connected incorrectly; Door lock switch terminal of Assy Housing Drawer broken; Drawer pulled by force; Main PCB fault

What actually causes this:

The detergent drawer was pulled too hard and the lock mechanism broke

First Thing to Check

Push the detergent drawer all the way in until it clicks — make sure nothing is blocking it

Parts Involved

Housing Drawer Door Lock SwitchAssy Housing DrawerMain PBA

How to Fix

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1. Check the door lock switch terminal connections on the Housing Drawer
2
2. Inspect the Assy Housing Drawer door lock switch for damage
3
3. Check if the drawer was pulled by force causing damage
4
4. Check Main PCB for faults
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5. Replace damaged components

Parts Commonly Needed for This Error

OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers

This Error Applies To

Samsung WF45A6400A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)

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