C-21

Oven sensor malfunction

The oven has detected a sensor malfunction.

What this code means

The oven has detected a sensor malfunction.

Possible causes

  • Temperature sensor fault
  • Sensor wiring or connection problem
  • Temporary control error

Common symptoms

  • C-21 displayed
  • Oven may stop or refuse normal operation

Checks to make

  1. Turn the oven off and restart it
  2. If the fault remains, isolate power for at least 30 seconds and reconnect
  3. Arrange service if the code returns

Safety

  • Do not access internal oven wiring or sensors unless competent and the appliance is isolated.

Model notes

Samsung groups C-20, C-21 and C-22 as sensor-malfunction codes.