Samsung Washers2017–present

Error Code DC

The washer door isn't closing or locking properly

Moderate

Address soon - your appliance may not work properly

Also displayed as: DC

What This Means

Switch contact error because of deformation of the door hook; Door is pulled by force; Door is pushed due to pressure difference from internal temperature changes during Boil wash; Door lock switch terminal connected incorrectly; Door lock switch terminal is broken

What actually causes this:

The door wasn't shut firmly enough, or something is preventing the latch from engaging

First Thing to Check

Push the door firmly until you hear it click shut — make sure no clothing is caught in the door seal

Parts Involved

Door Lock SwitchDoor HookMain PBA

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. If a dS (door sense) error occurs, check whether it occurs during the Boil cycle

  2. 2

    2. If the door is detected as open, close the door firmly

  3. 3

    3. Check the door switch resistance — the resistance of pins 1 and 3 must be approximately 175 ohm

  4. 4

    4. Check and repair the power wire connections and insulation state

  5. 5

    5. Check the door switch and replace if faulty

This Error Applies To

Samsung WF45M5 Series Washers (2017) (2017–present)

Service manual exact match: WF45M5500AP/A5Service manual exact match: WF45M5500AW/A5Service manual exact match: WF45M5500AZ/A5Service manual exact match: WF45M5100AW/A5

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