Error Code DC1
The washer's door lock mechanism has a 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 broken; Intermittent electric wire leakage; Main PCB fault
What actually causes this:
The electronic door lock is worn out or a wire connection to it came loose
First Thing to Check
Try opening and firmly re-closing the door — listen for the locking click sound
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the door lock switch terminal connections
- 2
2. Measure door lock switch resistance: pins 2 and 3 should be approximately 60-90 ohms (in pushed slider state)
- 3
3. Check for wire leakage or intermittent connections
- 4
4. Check the main PBA door sensing circuit — replace if faulty
This Error Applies To
Samsung WF50R8500A Series Washers (2019) (2019–present)
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