Error Code HC1
The washer's heating element or its temperature sensor has failed.
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: HC1
What This Means
Washing heater contact fault; Temperature sensor fault; Wire disconnection; PBA relay malfunction
What actually causes this:
A faulty temperature sensor near the heater, or a loose heater wire.
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 heater
- 2
2. If wash heater is faulty, replace it
- 3
3. If heater is not the problem, replace wash-thermistor
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA50B5100A Series Washers (2024) (2024–present)
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