ErrorCodePro · Appliance Error CodesSamsung Top-load washer Error Code dc: Meaning & How to Fix It
By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026
Samsung top-load washer error code dc means: Unbalanced load. An unbalanced is detected during the final spin. The basket won't spin over 150 rpm when this code is displayed. [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: Samsung top-load washer error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].
Quick facts
| Code | dc |
|---|---|
| Also shown as | None listed by the manufacturer |
| Brand / appliance | Samsung top-load washer |
| System | Load balance |
| Meaning (service chart) | Unbalanced load. An unbalanced is detected during the final spin. The basket won't spin over 150 rpm when this code is displayed. [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 | Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support) |
| Source document | Samsung top-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 Samsung top-load washer
Unbalanced load. An unbalanced is detected during the final spin. The basket won't spin over 150 rpm when this code is displayed. [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 Samsung top-load washer error code dc (safe owner checks)
- 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 top-load washer and order the right parts.
- Clear the code at the controls. Cancel the cycle or let it end.
- Rebalance the load. Adjust the load and see if the washer spins properly.
- 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 Samsung top-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.
- Suspension system components
When to call a technician
- If not, inspect the suspension system and replace any defective parts.
- 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
Related error codes
Frequently asked questions
What does error code dc mean on a Samsung top-load washer?
The Samsung top-load washer error-code chart lists dc as follows: Unbalanced load. An unbalanced is detected during the final spin. The basket won't spin over 150 rpm when this code is displayed.
Is it safe to keep using the top-load washer with dc?
Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.
Can I fix Samsung top-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 Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support).
Sources
- Sears PartsDirect: Samsung top-load washer error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)
Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Samsung.