Error code reference

Samsung Washer Error Code 3C

Motor driving check and hall sensor check error caused by disconnected PBA connector, motor spin net not engaged, damaged motor coil, disconnected hall sensor terminal, foreign material in motor, motor overload, weak PBA motor driving, unstable relay operation, or erroneous hall sensor signals.

SourceSamsung Top-Load Washer - Full Service Manual (WA52J8700AP/AW)p. 19, 23

Diagnostic procedure

The full 3C procedure

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First diagnostic step
Check the motor connector terminal connections.

SourceSamsung Top-Load Washer - Full Service Manual (WA52J8700AP/AW)p. 19, 23

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