Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer Error Code dc: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer error code dc means: Unbalanced load. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	dc
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer
System	Load balance
Meaning (service chart)	Unbalanced load. [1]
Keep using it?	Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274
Source document	Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code dc means on a Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer

Unbalanced load. [1]

This is a load balance code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer error code dc (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on the Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (dc) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your MAH9700 model front-load washer and order the right parts.
Rebalance the load. Redistribute the load in the washer and run the spin cycle again.
Do a power reset. Unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker for one minute, then restore power and try again. If the code clears and stays away, it may have been a one-off fault.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If dc comes back after these checks, stop using the washer for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.

The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

Drive motor
Shocks

When to call a technician

Technician: replace any defective components.
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274 first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code dc mean on a Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer?

The Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer error-code chart lists dc as follows: Unbalanced load.

Is it safe to keep using the MAH9700 model front-load washer with dc?

Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.

Can I fix Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer error dc myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Maytag Product Help (producthelp.maytag.com), 1-800-344-1274.

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Maytag MAH9700 model front-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Maytag.