Samsung · Dishwasher Moderate

FC — Drying fan / blower fault

On models with an active drying fan or vent fan, the fan motor isn't running or feedback isn't received. Dishes come out wet.

Keep using it?
Yes, with caution
DIY difficulty
Moderate
Verified against
samsung.com ↗

How to fix it

  1. Open the dishwasher door at the end of a cycle and check whether the vent door operates.
  2. Power off at the breaker for 5 minutes and run again.
  3. If recurring, remove the inner door panel and inspect the vent/fan assembly.
  4. Test fan motor windings; replace if open.
  5. Lubricate or replace the vent door mechanism if sticking.

Why it happens

Typical signs: FC on display · Dishes wet at end of cycle · No air movement during drying phase · Cycle ends earlier than usual

  • Failed fan motor Motor winding open or bearings seized.
  • Vent door stuck closed Mechanism that opens vent during dry phase jammed.
  • Loose fan wiring Connector at fan harness backed out.
  • Main control board fault Driver output to fan failed.

Parts you may need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

  • Samsung dishwasher vent fan assembly Common replacement
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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: samsung.com.