Error Code HC
Your dryer isn't heating properly or is overheating
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: HC
What This Means
Restricted vent system causing excessive heat buildup; Thermistor resistance out of range; Heater malfunction; Thermostat failure; Compressor terminal wiring issue (desorption phenomenon of pin)
What actually causes this:
Most often caused by a clogged exhaust vent that traps hot air inside the dryer, or the heating element has burned out.
First Thing to Check
Check your exhaust vent — disconnect it from the back of the dryer and look for lint buildup inside.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
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1. Check the power connection
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2. Check the vent condition for restrictions or blockages
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3. Measure thermistor resistance: should be 10K ohm at 25 degrees C (77 degrees F)
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4. Check thermostat 1 resistance: should be < 1 ohm (infinity means replace)
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5. Check thermostat 2 resistance: should be < 1 ohm (infinity means replace)
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6. Check thermostat 3 resistance: should be < 1 ohm (infinity means replace)
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7. Check heater resistance: DUAL - 13 ohm (PIN 2-3), 34 ohm (PIN 1-2). SINGLE - 10 ohm (PIN 1-3)
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8. If resistance is infinity on heater, replace heater assembly
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9. For gas models, check the terminal wiring of compressor
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10. If problem continues, contact a service center
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
Other Error Codes for DVE41A3000W
Your dryer is getting the wrong type of electrical power
A button on the control panel is stuck or shorted
The door switch isn't working properly
Your dryer vent is about 80% blocked
Your dryer's temperature sensor isn't reading correctly
The dryer motor isn't spinning properly
Your dryer detected restricted airflow during a vent test
Your dryer vent is over 90% blocked — needs immediate cleaning