Samsung Oven Error Code dC
On Flex Duo and Dual Cook models the divider is part of the oven's state: moving it mid-cycle confuses the control and stops the cook. Seating it properly before starting clears the code; Samsung's support page shows the same check as dC/dE.
Also shown as: -dC-, dE
Common causes
- The oven divider was inserted or removed while the oven was running
- The divider is not fully seated, so the oven cannot detect it
- The divider detection switch has failed
What to check, in order
- Stop the oven before moving the divider; it must only be inserted or removed while the oven is off.
- Insert the divider fully until it seats, or remove it completely, as the cooking mode requires.
- Restart the oven.
- If the code appears with the divider correctly seated, switch the power off for at least 30 seconds; a code that still returns points to the detection switch.
Clear the code and test
- Fix what the checks above found first. Clearing the code without fixing the cause only brings it back.
- Plug the appliance back in and restore its water supply if it has one.
- Run the shortest programme and watch the point where the code appeared before.
- If the programme finishes with no code, the fault is cleared. If the code returns, write it down before calling a technician — it speeds up the diagnosis.
When to call a professional
Most cases are solved by the checks above. Book a technician if any of these apply:
- The code comes back after you have run the checks and a test cycle.
- You smell burning, see sparks or scorch marks, or the breaker trips.
- Water is leaking and you cannot stop it at the tap.
- The fix needs panels opened beyond what your manual describes, or a part tested with a meter, and you are not set up for that.
When you call, give the brand, the code dC, your model number (on a label inside the door or on the back) and the checks you already ran. It shortens the visit.
Parts that may be involved
Oven dividerDivider detection switch
Parts are model-specific. Find your model number first — usually on a label inside the door, on the door frame or on the back — and match the part to that number before ordering.
Questions people ask about dC
What does dC mean on a Samsung oven?
dC means: Divider was inserted or removed while the oven was operating. On Flex Duo and Dual Cook models the divider is part of the oven's state: moving it mid-cycle confuses the control and stops the cook. Seating it properly before starting clears the code; Samsung's support page shows the same check as dC/dE.
Can I fix Samsung dC myself?
Usually, yes. Code dC is rated DIY-friendly: the checks on this page cover the common causes and use basic household items only. If the code returns after the checks and a test cycle, book a technician.
How do I clear Samsung dC?
Fix the cause first — clearing the code on its own brings it straight back. Then restore power and water, run the shortest programme, and watch the stage where the code appeared. If the programme finishes with no code, it is cleared.
Sources checked
- Samsung support: washing machine information codes
- Samsung support: dishwasher information codes
- Samsung support (US): dishwasher troubleshooting
The meaning and checks for this code were checked against the sources above in November 2026. Codes vary by model and region; if your manual lists a different meaning for your exact model, follow the manual.