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Samsung Dryer Error 3C

This is a general motor error, same as '3C2' and '3C4'.

This is a general motor error, same as '3C2' and '3C4'.

ModerateStart with 5-15 minutes of safe checks
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Samsung dryer repair guide for error 3C
Error code3CDryer

Try these first

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    This is a general motor error, same as

    This is a general motor error, same as '3C2' and '3C4'.

  2. 2
    Disconnect the dryer from power

    Disconnect the dryer from power.

  3. 3
    Disassemble the dryer cabinet to gain access to

    Disassemble the dryer cabinet to gain access to the drive motor.

A quick explanation

What does 3C mean?

This is a general motor error, same as '3C2' and '3C4'.

The answer you came for

How to fix Samsung dryer error 3C

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    This is a general motor error, same as

    This is a general motor error, same as '3C2' and '3C4'.

  2. 2

    Disconnect the dryer from power

    Disconnect the dryer from power.

  3. 3

    Disassemble the dryer cabinet to gain access to

    Disassemble the dryer cabinet to gain access to the drive motor.

  4. 4

    Remove the drive belt from the motor pulley

    Remove the drive belt from the motor pulley.

  5. 5

    Disconnect the motor's wire harnesses and unbolt it

    Disconnect the motor's wire harnesses and unbolt it from the dryer base.

  6. 6

    Replace the motor, re-install the belt, and reconnect

    Replace the motor, re-install the belt, and reconnect all wiring before reassembling the cabinet.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix 3C Error This is a general motor error, same as '3C2' and '3C4'.Disconnect the dryer from power.Disassemble the dryer cabinet to gain access to the drive motor.Remove the drive belt from the motor pulley.Disconnect the motor's wire harnesses and unbolt it from the dryer base.Replace the motor, re-install the belt, and reconnect all wiring before reassembling the cabinet.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Part listed in the current guide

OEM candidate: DC93-00101D (Drive Motor)

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Samsung Dryer error 3C in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

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Safety first

Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.

When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
  • Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.

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Reviewed by the Appliance Fix Guide Editorial Team

Last reviewed and updated Apr 11, 2026 · Educational repair guidance, not a professional diagnosis

  • Researched against manufacturer documentation and service literature where available.
  • Safety-first structure: every guide starts with the safest first action and states when to stop and call a professional.
  • Part compatibility is treated cautiously: fitment must be confirmed against the exact model number before purchase.