Error Code 9C9
The washer's power module is overheating and shutting down
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 9C9
What This Means
Ambient temperature overheating of IPM; PBA defect; Motor short circuit
What actually causes this:
The motor may be shorted, or the washer is in a location that's too hot with poor ventilation
First Thing to Check
Make sure the washer has adequate ventilation around it and is not in direct sunlight or near a heat source
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. After eliminating PBA as the cause, check the motor connector
- 2
2. If the motor is shorted, replace the motor and PBA
- 3
3. If the motor is not shorted, replace just the Main PBA
This Error Applies To
Samsung WH53DBH700 Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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