Error Code dC1
The door lock mechanism has an electrical fault
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: dC1
What This Means
Door lock switch terminal broken; Door lock switch terminal connected incorrectly; Low insulation of the wiring assembly; Main PCB fault
What actually causes this:
The wiring to the door lock has broken or come loose over time
First Thing to Check
Try opening and closing the door firmly a few times, then restart
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the door switch resistance values
- 2
2. Check door lock motor resistance: pins 1-2 should be 46.57 +/- 15 Ohm
- 3
3. Lock stroke check: pins 3-4/3-5 resistance should display normally
- 4
4. Check the main PBA door sensing circuit — replace if faulty
This Error Applies To
Samsung WW25B6900AW Series Washers
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