Error Code 3C5
The motor is drawing too much electrical current
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: 3C5
What This Means
Overcurrent during motor operation; Current sensing error during motor operation; Motor stator or coil damage; Foreign material in motor area
What actually causes this:
Something is jammed in the drum or the motor bearings are worn
First Thing to Check
Check for any foreign objects caught between the drum and the door seal
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the motor power connector terminal connections and contacts
- 2
2. Check whether the motor power cable and power connector are present
- 3
3. If the hall sensor terminal is faulty, replace the hall sensor
- 4
4. Check whether the stator of the motor cover is damaged
- 5
5. Check for coil disconnections due to foreign material
- 6
6. If the PBA control circuit is faulty, replace the PBA
This Error Applies To
Samsung WW25B6900AW Series Washers
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