Samsung Washers2019–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 from deformation of the door hook; Door pulled open by force; Pressure difference from internal temperature changes during boil wash pushes door; Door lock switch terminal connected incorrectly; Door lock switch terminal broken; Main PCB fault

What actually causes this:

The door wasn't closed all the way, or something is keeping it from latching shut

First Thing to Check

Open the door fully and close it again firmly until you hear it click

Parts Involved

Door Lock SwitchDoor HookMain PBA

How to Fix

  1. 1

    1. Check if the error occurs during the boil cycle — if detected that door is open, close the door

  2. 2

    2. Check the door switch resistance: pins 1 and 3 should measure approximately 175 ohms (TYPE 1)

  3. 3

    3. Check the door switch resistance: pins 2 and 3 should measure approximately 60-90 ohms in pushed slider state (TYPE 2 / DC1)

  4. 4

    4. The 120V is directly connected to the door — check and repair power wire connections and insulation

  5. 5

    5. Check the door switch — replace if faulty

  6. 6

    6. Check the main PBA door sensing circuit — replace if faulty

This Error Applies To

Samsung WF50R8500A Series Washers (2019) (2019–present)

Service manual exact match: WF50R8500AV/USService manual exact match: WF50R8500AW/USService manual exact match: WF50A8800AV/USService manual exact match: WF24A8900AV/APService manual exact match: WF50A8600AE/USService manual exact match: WF25A8900AW/AXService manual exact match: WF50A8600AV/USService manual exact match: WF25A8900AV/CO

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