Error Code TC1
The washer cannot accurately measure the water temperature.
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: TC1
What This Means
Washing temperature sensor fault; Connector connected incorrectly or disconnected; Water level sensor operates without water due to freezing; Temperature sensor detects 100-150 degrees C causing safety shutoff; Main PCB fault; Freezing causing functional error in temperature sensor
What actually causes this:
The temperature sensor connector has come loose or the sensor has failed from age.
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer for 60 seconds and plug it back in to reset.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
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1. Check the connections for the washing heater temperature sensor connector
- 2
2. Determine the thermistor type and check resistance
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3. Type 1 thermistor: resistance of 2 pins should be approximately 40-55 kilohms
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4. Type 2 thermistor: resistance of 2 pins should be approximately 10-15 kilohms
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5. If the washing heater temperature sensor has a functional error, replace it
This Error Applies To
Samsung WV60M9900A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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