Error Code DC1
The washer's door lock has a wiring or switch problem
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: DC1
What This Means
Door lock switch terminal connected incorrectly; Door lock switch terminal is broken; Intermittent electric wire leakage; Main PCB fault
What actually causes this:
The door lock switch or its wiring has developed a fault over time
First Thing to Check
Try opening and firmly closing the door several times — if the error persists, it needs service
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the door switch resistance — pins 1 and 3 should be approximately 175 ohm
- 2
2. Check the door lock switch terminal connections
- 3
3. Check for wire leakage or damaged insulation
- 4
4. Check the main PBA door sensing circuit and replace if faulty
This Error Applies To
Samsung WF45M5 Series Washers (2017) (2017–present)
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