Error Code TC1
The water temperature sensor is not reading correctly
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: TC1
What This Means
Washing temperature sensor fault; Sensor connector disconnected or connected incorrectly; Main PCB fault; Freezing in the winter season
What actually causes this:
The temperature sensor wire came loose or the sensor itself failed
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer for 60 seconds and restart — if the error comes back, it needs service
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the connections for the washing heater temperature sensor connector
- 2
2. Verify the connector is correctly and securely connected
- 3
3. If the washing heater temperature sensor has a functional error, replace it
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4. In winter, check for frozen conditions affecting the sensor
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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