Error Code HC2
The drying heater is not working or is positioned incorrectly.
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: HC2
What This Means
Drying heater short-circuited or wire disconnected; PBA relay malfunction; Heater engagement fault (out of place)
What actually causes this:
The drying heater element has come loose from its bracket or has a broken wire.
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer and do not use dry cycles until it is repaired.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check wire connections to the drying heater
- 2
2. Check heater engagement — verify it is properly seated
- 3
3. Replace heater or PBA as needed
This Error Applies To
Samsung WA50R5400A Series Washers (2022) (2022–present)
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