Error Code DC3
The Add Door's lock mechanism isn't engaging
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: DC3
What This Means
S/W contact fault because of LID TC 'L' transformation; Add Door lock switch terminal is connected incorrectly; Add Door lock switch terminal is broken; Intermittent failure due to electric wire leakage; Main PCB fault; Lock pillars coming down while pressing in door; Bending connector operation
What actually causes this:
The electronic lock motor in the Add Door has failed or a connector came loose
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer for 60 seconds and plug it back in, then try closing the Add Door
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the Add Door Lock — if Add Door Lock could not operate, it is not locked
- 2
2. If Add Door lock switch fault, change the Add Door Lock
- 3
3. Check door lock motor resistance (pin 1-2): 46.57 Ohm ±15
- 4
4. Check Main PBA door detection circuit — if faulty, replace or repair
- 5
5. Check Lock stroke normal detection on connector combination
- 6
6. Check protrusion status (pin 3-4/3-5) — resistance value displayed normally
This Error Applies To
Samsung WF45K6 Series Washers (2018) (2018–present)
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