Error Code DC1
The door lock mechanism is not engaging or releasing properly
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: DC1
What This Means
Door switch fault; Main PCB door sensing circuit fault; Door lock mechanism failure; Wiring fault between door switch and main PBA
What actually causes this:
The electronic door lock has worn out or its wiring has come loose
First Thing to Check
Turn the washer off, wait 3 minutes for the door lock to release, then try starting again
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Verify the door is fully closed and no laundry is caught in the seal
- 2
2. Check the door switch resistance — pins 2 and 3 should read approximately 60-90 ohms while the slider is pushed
- 3
3. Check and repair the power wire connections and insulation state
- 4
4. If the door switch is faulty, replace it
- 5
5. Check the main PBA door sensing circuit — replace if faulty
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