Samsung Heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N Error Code tC5: Meaning & How to Fix It

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

Samsung heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N error code tC5 means: Compressor thermistor (temperature sensor) resistance is too high or too low. The compressor thermistor senses temperature around the compressor inside the cabinet. [1] Keep using it? No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: Samsung Heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	tC5
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Samsung heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N
System	Heating
Meaning (service chart)	Compressor thermistor (temperature sensor) resistance is too high or too low. The compressor thermistor senses temperature around the compressor inside the cabinet. [1]
Keep using it?	No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support)
Source document	Samsung Heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

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

What error code tC5 means on a Samsung heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N

Compressor thermistor (temperature sensor) resistance is too high or too low. The compressor thermistor senses temperature around the compressor inside the cabinet. [1]

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

How to fix Samsung heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N error code tC5 (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 Samsung Heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (tC5) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N and order the right parts.
Clear any clog or debris. Make sure that the dryer is installed properly with proper clearance on the sides and back of the dryer.
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 tC5 comes back after these checks, stop using the dryer 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 Samsung Heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N 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.

Compressor thermistor DC90-10128G

When to call a technician

To make sure that the compressor area is getting proper air flow, clean the lint filter and clean the heat exchanger fins.
If these tips don’t help, unplug the dryer and check the resistance of the compressor thermistor.
At room temperature, you should measure around 50K ohms of resistance through the thermistor.
Technician: replace the thermistor if resistance is off by more than 5K ohms.
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support) first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code tC5 mean on a Samsung heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N?

The Samsung Heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N error-code chart lists tC5 as follows: Compressor thermistor (temperature sensor) resistance is too high or too low. The compressor thermistor senses temperature around the compressor inside the cabinet.

Is it safe to keep using the heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N with tC5?

No. Stop using it until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Samsung heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N error tC5 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 Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support).

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Samsung Heat Pump Ventless Dryer DV22N error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

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