Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ Clg Error Fix: Vent Clogged — Full Blockage

Error code Clg on the Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ means: Vent Clogged — Full Blockage. Samsung's vent blockage test has detected a fully clogged exhaust vent. The dryer has a built-in diagnostic that measures airflow through the vent system. A completely blocked vent is a fire hazard and must be cleaned before continuing to use the dryer. Disconnect the vent duct from the dryer and clean the entire run to the exterior wall cap. Check the wall cap flapper — it can become stuck or blocked with lint.

The most successful fix is "Replace and Inspect the Dryer Vent Duct and Wall Cap" (medium difficulty, ~45 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $15-$30. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated critical severity. It is generally not urgent and can often be resolved with a simple DIY fix.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace and Inspect the Dryer Vent Duct and Wall Cap") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 45 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Utility knife, Tape measure, Ladder (for exterior work).

DIY cost: $15-$30. Professional repair typically costs $120-$200. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Samsung Samsung DVE45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam Sanitize+ has 8 other known error codes, including: 3C (Motor Current Error), 9C1 (Voltage Error), 9E (Low Voltage), AC (Communication Error (alternate)), AE (Communication Error), and 3 more.

Error code Clg also appears on 1 other Samsung model: Samsung DVG45R6100W 7.5 cu. ft. Gas Dryer with Multi-Steam. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.