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Samsung · Dryer

Samsung Dryer 3C error code

Difficulty: Hard · Cost: $100–$300 · Duration: 5m

The 3C error means your Samsung dryer detected a problem with the drum motor. Power off the dryer for 2 to 3 minutes then power it back on and restart the cycle. If the error returns arrange professional service.

Common causes

  • Drum motor has malfunctioned or failed
  • Motor wiring is loose or damaged
  • Temporary electronic glitch affecting the motor

How to fix it

  1. 1

    Power off the dryer for 2 to 3 minutes

  2. 2

    Power it back on and restart the cycle

  3. 3

    If 3C returns arrange professional service

Related Samsung Dryer error codes

1

9C1 / 9E / 2E / 9E1

An abnormal voltage was detected in the electrical supply to the dryer

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2

bE / bE2 / bC2 / 6E / 6E2 / 6C2

A button on the control panel is stuck or being continuously detected as pressed

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3

dC / dE / dF / do / d0 / 1DC / 1dF

The dryer door is not detected as closed and latched correctly

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4

tS / t5 / tC / tO / t0 / tE / tE3 / tC5 / tCS / 1tC / 1tC5 / 1tCS

A temperature fault or temperature sensor fault was detected

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