Samsung Dryer 3C code: Motor / control error
Samsung's support page lists 3C as a motor error, while some newer manuals (such as the DVE45T3200 series) describe it as the main control board needing a check. Either way, the dryer has stopped because a drive or control component is not responding normally.
Most common causes
- Drum overloaded or something jamming the drum
- Failed drive motor
- Broken drive belt or idler
- Main control board fault
What you can safely check yourself
- Remove some laundry if the drum is overloaded and check for items jammed at the drum edge.
- Power the dryer off for 2 to 3 minutes, then restart the cycle.
Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.
Checked against: samsung.com · manualslib.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.