Error Code HC2
The dryer heating element has a wiring or component failure.
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: HC2
What This Means
Drying heater short-circuited; Drying heater wire disconnected; PBA relay malfunction
What actually causes this:
A loose or damaged wire at the drying heater connection.
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer, wait one minute, plug it back in, and try again.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check for connection between wire and drying heater
- 2
2. If drying heater is faulty, replace it
- 3
3. If heater is not the problem, check PBA relay
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA50B5100A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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